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The Pickering 50 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 COOL PICKERING TOWN CENTREPICKERING TOWN CENTRE UPPER LEVEL SEARS WINGUPPER LEVEL SEARS WING 905.420.0744905.420.0744$$99999999 Offers are subject to change without notice. Up to 3 music downloads per month for 3 months if supported by your phone. Offer available only on new activations of select 24-and 36-month plans. ™Rogers, Rogers Wireless, and the Mobius design are trademarks of Rogers Communications Inc. Used under licence. © 2005. on 3-year term Loaded with Options: #DJ, MP3 player, RealTrax™ Ring Turnes, RealTrax™ Caller ID rog ers.c om/loud Ask about our "Better Choice Bundles" no term $409.99 SAVE $14999 NOW Camera & Video Motorola RAZR V3 Offer Expires November 30/05 [ Briefly ] Charge laid after near miss PICKERING — A teenage driver has been charged after a car forced a police cruiser off the road early Saturday. Tw o Durham Regional Police officers were on patrol on Brock Road around 4 a.m. Nov. 5 when a northbound automobile traveling in the southbound lane forced the police to take evasive action, said Sergeant Paul McCurbin. “The officer was forced off the road and onto the gravel shoulder,” Sgt. McCurbin said. The officers quickly turned around and pursued the car, pulling it over north of Concession 3. A 17-year-old Ajax male is charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle. [ What’s on ] Make the call on dinner and aid PICKERING — Tr aditionally, pizza and phones went together when someone called up to order a pie. Now, the two are combined to aid the Kids’ Help Phone. Boston Pizza has launched its third annual Kids’ Card campaign, with the goal of raising $65,000 across Canada. During November, customers can buy a Kids’ Card at any Bos- ton Pizza location in Canada for a minimum $3 donation to Kids’ Help Phone. The card, valued at $35, is good for one year and can be re- deemed for eight free kid’s meals. Kids Help Phone is the only national, bilingual 24-hour, toll-free confidential service for children and youth aged four to 21. Profes- sional counsellors trained in social services and crisis intervention answer more than 1,000 calls and online questions daily. Topics include relationships, school-related problems, abuse, depression, health and sexuality, alcohol and substance abuse, and suicide. Boston Pizza in Pickering is on Brock Road, between highways 401 and 2. [ Index ] Editorial Page, 6 Sports, 9 Classified, 10 Entertainment, 13 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 47,600 infodurhamregion.com 376 Kingston Rd., Pickering (NE corner of Rougemount & Hwy. #2) FINE CHINESE CUISINE & DINING LOUNGE For Reservations •OR• Great Take-Out 905-509-9888905-509-9888 ANNANDALE CHURCH ST. AT BAYLY 905-683-3210 EARLY BIRD SPECIALSEARLY BIRD SPECIALS Mon.-Thurs. ........................$375 Mon.-Fri. .............................$405 Full 7 days ..........................$895 Couples ............................$1545 plus GST AGGRESSIVE DaimlerChrysler rolls out Dodge Nitro Wheels pullout TIME TO CELEBRATE Pickering Muslims come together for Eid prayers Page 8 Landowners hold out election hope Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo D-Day veteran Jan de Vries shared his experiences with Grade 8 students at Frenchman’s Bay Public School last week. It was part of class activities for Remembrance Day. For full story, see Page 4. By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — The teenager with the purple hair rests his arms on the table, leaning in to listen to what the veteran is telling him. Dennis Timbrell is recounting what it was like to be a cook in the Royal Navy. He tells Corey Waters and his fellow classmates from Pine Ridge Secondary School about the time he had to cook 1,200 eggs while on a ship in Australia. He had to get up at 3 a.m. to do it. “They were leathery,” he says, but adds it wasn’t his cooking that was the problem. When Corey came to listen to Pickering veterans speak as part of Remembrance Day activities, he didn’t think stories about leathery eggs would be part of it. He smiles and continues his ques- tioning. The Grade 10 history stu- dents came prepared with a list of questions thought up in classroom based on what they knew about the Second World War from textbooks. Now that they’re speaking with vet- erans, upstairs at the Pickering Pub- lic Library, the sheet is left on the table, rarely glanced at as Corey is more interested in finding out more about Mr. Timbrell’s specific experi- ence. “Were you a cook before you joined the war?” he asks. “No,” Mr. Timbrell replies. “Maybe I’d cook the odd thing.” He may not have stories of ac- Call could jeopardize work in north Pickering By Danielle Milley and Keith Gilligan Staff Writers PICKERING — Laurie Barclay is hoping Canadians won’t be going to the polls in the near future -- and it’s not because she’s worried it will con- flict with her holidays. Ms. Barclay and her husband Gary are members of Land Over Landings, a group of concerned residents (most of them tenants of the Pickering fed- eral lands) who’ve been fighting to not only save the Barclays’ historic home -- Tullis cottage -- but also to prevent what they see as needless evictions and demolitions. Ajax-Pickering MP Mark Holland has been working on their behalf with Transport Minister Jean Lapierre to get Tullis saved and change the way the lands are managed. The work of LOL and Mr. Holland could pay off soon, with announce- ments expected in the coming weeks and months, but an election around Christmas or in early January could derail what’s been done. “It’s like preparing for a big event that’s going to be outside and won- dering if the weather is going to hold,” Ms. Barclay said Tuesday, following NDP leader Jack Layton’s announce- ment this week that he wouldn’t prop up the government. “I’m just sitting here watching the news hoping we get over this,” she said. The latest election rumours started to swirl again after Mr. Layton told the media at a Toronto Hotel Monday that he rejected Prime Minister Paul Martin’s proposed changes to health care and said the life of the current Parliament is likely limited. The earliest date for a confidence motion is Nov. 15 and if that were to happen it would result in an election campaign that would span the Christ- ‘If this development doesn’t go through, we’re going to be heartbroken’ This is the third in a series of stories looking at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital and the need for expansion. The hospital services the communities of Ajax, Pickering and Whitby. By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — As the population in the region continues to soar -- and with it the number of seniors -- the need for expanded services at Rouge Va lley Ajax and Pickering Hospital is greater than ever. “Certainly, the hospital is prob- ably the most important thing on our minds right now,” said Louise John- son, 84, who has lived in Ajax since 1942, and attended the opening of the hospital when a new four-storey wing was added in 1964. “If this development doesn’t go through, we’re going to be heartbro- ken.” The $59.1-million redevelopment project, which would result in more than 141,000 sq. ft. of newly con- structed and renovated space at the hospital if approved by the provin- cial government, encompasses a new emergency department, nine new in- patient mental health beds, a larger ambulatory care unit and expanded diagnostic imaging and cardiac diag- nostics unit. Among the more important as- pects of the redevelopment project for seniors, Ms. Johnson said, is a new 30-bed complex continuing care unit for patients who are transition- ing from acute to long-term care, or home care. “That certainly would be benefi- cial, to be able to stay in town,” she said. “Presently, if you need chronic care and they don’t have any room at the hospital, they’re going to find a nursing home for you somewhere, which could be (in) Beaverton or Bowmanville. “That’s not very convenient for families, if you’re sort of pulled up by the roots and deposited in some for- eign (area). Thirty beds aren’t many, but it would be better than it is now, Pickering takes control of animal services By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — The 20-year animal services relationship between Pickering, Ajax and Whitby is officially over. With the PAW contract up for renewal and Pickering not wanting to sign on, council voted Monday night to go it alone on enforcement services and find a partner for animal shelter services. “Pickering is about to embark on a new venture and that is providing our own animal service,” said Ward 2 Re- gional Councillor Bill McLean, a PAW committee member. To continue with the PAW contract, Whitby, which runs the service out of its municipality, was looking for a $20,000 administration fee from Ajax and Pick- ering. As part of the recommendations for the new service, the City is going to hire a full-time animal services supervi- sor and two part-time municipal law enforcement-animal control officers. For the shelter side of things, Pickering ac- cepted the Municipality of Clarington’s offer to feed, care for and shelter animals on an interim basis from Jan. 1 to June 30 at an estimated cost of $25,000. In an interview, Coun. McLean ac- knowledged sheltering the animals in Clarington may be a bit of an inconve- nience. “I appreciate what Clarington has done for us. It is short-term,” he said. “It is a long way for people to go to get pets or for staff to go to drop off animals.” His long-term goal is to take the money from the dissolution of assets with PAW (still in negotiation) and use it to build a new facility in Pickering. Wa rd 1 City Councillor Kevin Ashe supported the plan with reservations. “I would have much rather looked at different delivery options with our cur- rent partners,” he said. For the amount of money it will cost residents to fund the new service, he said, he expected there to be an increase in service. The net cost for animal ser- vices in 2006 is estimated at $194,994 compared with $188,000 in 2005. 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Ms. Barclay said the group needs more time to get the government to make the changes they’ve been asking for that would not only save their historic home (they re- ceived an eviction notice in February so Transport Canada and Public works could demolish the property), but also benefit their neighbours and friends. She acknowledged though that the people who live on the land expropriated by the federal government 30 years ago to build an airport have faced challenges before. “We’ve always been working against a deadline and this would be the ultimate deadline,” Ms. Barclay said. Nigel Allen of Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade said the issue of an election over the Christmas season hasn’t come up in discus- sions. “I haven’t thought too much about the tim- ing of an election. I haven’t heard anything and I’ve had no feedback,” Mr. Allen stated. “I don’t know if anybody’s considered it.” Speaking personally, he said during the festive season, most people would be think- ing of family and friends, not politics. Lynn Silver, a member of the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club, said, “Having it around Christmas time isn’t such a good idea. Peo- ple are busy.” Also, some seniors would have a difficult time getting out in winter. “Some of my friends don’t go out in winter and they wouldn’t go out to vote. It’s just a bad, bad time,” Ms. Silver stated. Also, many seniors may be travelling around Christmas. And, “there’s lots going on at the club,” Ms. Silver said. Canadians have voted in federal elections 38 times since 1867 but on just five occasions have electors had to trudge through snow and cold to vote in the months of December, January or February. That’s how rare winter elections are in this country. Politicians are loathe to campaign when the temperature is below zero and it gets dark by 4 p.m. It’s hard to bash signs into lawns when the ground is frozen, there are no outdoor events to schmooze at with voters and getting people to all-candidates meetings when they have to brave icy roads is nearly impossible. Combine that with the Christmas season and you may have a recipe for breaking the all-time record for lowest voter turnout -- which just so happens to be the last federal election, held in sunny June 2004 when just 61.2 per cent of eligible electors turned out. ✦ Residents from page 1 Residents not sold on benefits of winter election Veridian customers impacted by high gusts, more than 2,000 affected By Jennifer Stone Staff Writer DURHAM — Winds upwards of 85 kilometres an hour gusted through Durham Sunday, leaving power out- ages in their wake. By about 2 p.m. Sunday, Oshawa was seeing sustained winds at 61 kilometres an hour, with gusts of up to 72 km/h, said David Phillips, se- nior climatologist with Environment Canada. By 3 p.m., gusts were hitting 85 km/h, he said. “It was the same system that killed all those people in Indiana,” he said, referring to a tornado that tore through western Kentucky and Indiana Sunday, killing at least 22 people. It’s not surprising to have this type of storm at this time of year. No- vember is sometimes the windiest month, though March, on average, holds the title, said Mr. Phillips. “It’s the time of year when nature is resetting itself” between seasons, he said. The clash between warm and cold causes such weather, he explained. “We call it the ‘Witches of Novem- ber,’ when you get this contrasting air,” said Mr. Phillips. Ve r idian is estimating approxi- mately 2,000 to 3,000 customers lost power as the storm worked its way east across the region Sunday after- noon. The first report of the lights going out came at about 2:50 p.m., in north Pickering, where about 350 custom- ers lost power in the area north of Concession 4 and west of Brock Road. Power was restored by about 4:50 p.m., said Veridian spokesman George Armstrong. About 225 customers in Beaverton lost power between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m., due to tree limbs falling on lines. Less than an hour later, in Port Perry, Veridian lost supply from a Hydro One feeder that serves two substations in town, causing a power outage to about 1,500 customers. “We were able to bring power back in stages, and it was all restored by about 9:50 p.m.” said Mr. Armstrong. In Clarington, Veridian lost service to a substation in Newcastle, when branches blew into power lines at about 5:30 p.m. The east end of town was without power for about an hour, while west Newcastle had electricity restored around 7 p.m. Al Manchee, of Hydro One, which serves Courtice, a small portion of Bowmanville, and the rural areas of Clarington, said there was little disruption to local customers of the utility, though, across the province, about 100,000 customers found themselves without power. Hardest hit was the Georgian Bay region, said Mr. Manchee, noting repair people from services including Oshawa’s PUC were being called in to help with damage elsewhere. Portions of Scugog, including Blackstock, were without power for four hours. Wind storm leaves many Durham homes powerless A/P PA GE 3 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 RICHARDSON PARTNERS FINANCIAL Join us for Durham’s premier Holiday event. 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Fellow student Nicole Easton agrees it was great to hear real stories. “I don’t really like it in class, but when I’m talking to a real person I’m more interested,” she says. The one common theme she found in the three veterans she listened to was they all looked at the positives that came out of their war experience. As she listens to Kenny Allen recount what it was like to be a young man look- ing for adventure during the war, her eyes get wide or she smiles and nods as she take it all in. The man from Leek, England was just 17 and a half -- just a few years older than the students -- when he joined the Royal Air Force and became an air gunner. He chooses not to dwell on the difficulties he must have endured, but instead talks about the friendship and good times. “It’s terrible coming out of the war because apart from the killing you had the companionship,” he says, adding he missed the guys when it was all over. Mr. Allen does tell the story of one friend who was blinded by a grenade during practice; a grenade got loose and one of the men in his friend’s unit threw himself on it to protect the others. Upon hearing this Nicole is noticeable affect- ed, she makes a face and recoils a little. “It’s sad, but that’s what war is,” Mr. Allen says. Once they’ve said goodbye, the veter- ans gather and talk about what a heart- warming experience it was to share their stories and have the teenagers be inter- ested. “It was absolutely wonderful,” Mr. Allen says. “I just loved it. It gives me a big lift to see the teenagers, to sit with them and talk to them.” The City of Pickering hosts a Remem- brance Day service this Friday, Nov. 11 at 10:45 a.m. in Esplanade Park. The public is welcome. Ken Younie was grateful for the letter he received By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — During the Second Wo rld War, Ken Younie’s job was recov- ering tanks, and in some cases, the dead bodies inside them. The Ajax veteran was among those who received an unexpected letter of thanks last Remembrance Day, a gesture he is grateful for and one more veterans will likely experience this year. “His letter, it touched me because I appreciated it,” said Mr. Younie, referring to the one written by St. Francis de Sales student Kyle Ryan. “I saluted him and he saluted me.” Ky le, then in Steven Beltrano’s Grade 7 class, was one of many from the Ajax school to write and deliver thanks. This year, St. Francis has more than 100 let- ters for veterans from students in Grade 7, 8 and even some from those in Grade 6, said Mr. Beltrano. “It’s just the goodness of the thought that’s there,” said Mr. Beltrano, who was pleased to hear other schools are doing similar projects. At Frenchman’s Bay in Pickering, Danielle Hunter’s Grade 8 class is also crafting letters for veterans, which will be distributed through the Royal Canadian Legion. “It’s up to us to make sure their legacy continues,” said Ms. Hunter. “If not, they died in vain.” Ms. Hunter said she went to North- ern France, Belgium and Normandy a couple years ago and was shocked by the cemeteries she encountered. “It was tombstone after tombstone,” she said. Along with the letter writing, French- man’s Bay and St. Francis are also in- volved in other Remembrance Day proj- ects, such as poster contests and class trips to Legion ceremonies. Frenchman’s Bay’s Grade 8 students even received a Nov. 4 visit from veteran Jan de Vries who shared his stories of being a para- trooper in the Second World War. Ms. Hunter said it’s always an awaken- ing for students to discover many of the soldiers were not much older than they are now. Mr. Younie was 21 when he went to war. “We picked up lots of tanks with all the crew in them, they were all killed,” he recalled. “You get toughened to the job, you feel sorry for these guys, but there’s nothing you can do for them.” Mr. Younie received a certificate of distinction for rescuing five tanks stuck in the front line and their crew members. On the way back, he also helped destroy a house being used to store German am- munition. He said it’s important for people to wear a poppy in appreciation of Cana- da’s war veterans. “This represents those who gave their lives and those who are still suffering,” said Mr. Younie. “These people have to be remembered by everyone.” newsdurhamregion.com searchkeyword:remembranceday2005 Kids send thanks to veterans Students experience stories first-hand A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photos Pine Ridge Secondary School student Nicole Easton listens intently to Kenny Allen who was a tailgunner on a B24 Liberator bomber during the Second World War. Mr. Allen was among a number of veterans and members of the South Pickering Seniors Club who spoke this week to the students at the Pickering Public Library. Terry Michael was a member of the Royal British Navy during the Second World War. Among the students he visited with were Corey Waters and Ashley Carpenter. ✦ Students from page 1 Check out our Juno Beach page drinfo.ca/junobeach www.durhamregion.com for sure.” According to most recent census reports, seniors 65 year of age and older represented 10 per cent of Dur- ham Region’s overall population in 2001. Among the highest growth oc- curred in the communities of Ajax and Whitby, a pair of critical catch- ment areas for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Hospital. Ultimately, the higher the proportion of seniors, the more demand there will be for health care services at the hospital, said Rick Gowrie, director of planning and capital redevelopment at Rouge Valley Health System. “The bulge that is currently around the 40 to 49 age cohort right now will certainly shift to an older age cohort as the population ages,” Mr. Gowrie said. “What that means for us is, typi- cally an aging population brings or has an increased risk of illness as well as a higher utilization of health services. Part of our challenge would certainly be able to plan for age-ap- propriate health care services.” Currently, approximately 20 per cent of the patients that enter Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Hospital are seniors, which Rouge Valley de- fines at being 70 years of age or older. Among the services they depend upon the most is the emergency de- partment, cardiac care and internal medicine, and the hospital’s surgical program, particularly in the area of hip and knee operations, said hos- pital director of operations Natalie Bubela. “I think one of the major reasons why we’re really an oasis for them here, in this particular region, is our lack of priority care physicians,” Ms. Bubela said. “We do see a number of elderly patients that attend our emergency department because of the acuity of their symptoms, but also because they may not have a physician that they’re linked with in the commu- nity. “We’re not alone in this. This is a worldwide problem in terms of at- tracting physicians,” she added, “but I suspect with the new physical facil- ity, some of the equipment that we will have in place, some of the spe- cialized programming that we want to have... any specialist that will see the array of tools that they will have to work (with), and the geography of how we set this up, will hopefully want to come and work for us.” Although the redevelopment proj- ect aims to build upon existing pro- grams and services -- such as adding nine new beds to an existing mental health inpatient area, and additional enhancements to the cardiac diag- nostics and diagnostics imaging de- partment -- one of the components not moving forward as part of the redevelopment project is an adult day-care program, which would pro- vide assessment and care to seniors who are not mentally or physically fit to be living at home on their own. “I think ideally it would be nice to have that in place, or at least connect it somehow so if it wasn’t specifically on site here at the organization, but having it having some linkages with an organization that was providing something similar,” Ms. Bubela said. Ms. Johnson, meanwhile, is con- tinuing to keep her eyes set on get- ting an enhanced complex continu- ing care unit at the hospital. The hospital has not grown in comparison with the population, she said. “It’s not that the people there are not sufficient, it’s just that there’s no space; there’s no time,” she said. “I suppose if seniors could be cared for locally, the stress on family and the stress of travelling up and down highways (would disappear). 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Items may not be exactly as shown. * *When you see the ‘Best Choice’ check, you know you are getting the best refurbished product in todays market, at a low price, with great warranty features. WOW! We proudly honour the valour and sacrifice of Ontario’s own with the Veterans’ Poppy Licence Plate. Available only to Veterans, so please show your respect when you see our heroes on the road. Visit www.mto.gov.on.ca for more information. This ad paid for by the Government of Ontario. THEY DROVE THROUGH MUDDY TRENCHES. THEY DROVE THROUGH EXPLODING MINEFIELDS. THEY DROVE THROUGH SCORCHING DESERTS. R EMEMBER THAT THE NEXT TIME YOU SEE THEM DRIVE THROUGH ONTARIO. A/P PA GE 5 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 Help make the case for hospital expansion. Tell your MPP and minister why it’s needed now. Wayne Arthurs, Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MPP e-mail warthurs.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org Phone: 905-420-0829 Fax: 905-420-5351 Jim Flaherty, Whitby-Ajax MPP e-mail: jim.fl ahertyco@pc.ola.org Phone: 905-430-1141 Fax: 905-430-1840 George Smitherman, Minister of Health e-mail: gsmitherman.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org Phone: 416-972-7683 Fax : 416-972-7686 David Caplan, Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal e-mail: dcaplan.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org Phone: 416-494-6856 Fax: 416-494-9937 Building for the future Making the case for a complex care unit as part of overall expansion ✦ Making from page 1 Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Louise Johnson examines the design plans for a new 30-bed complex Continuing Care Unit as part of the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital’s redevelopment. Discuss- ing the plans with Ms. Johnson is Rick Gowrie, the hospital’s director of planning. Ms. Johnson believes the unit is a must to help with the transition from acute care to long- term or home care. ‘The bulge that is currently around the 40 to 49 age cohort right now will certainly shift to an older age cohort as the population ages.’ RICK GOWRIE A/P PA GE 6 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 We all have a duty to pass on important lessons The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. At the end of what must have seemed like an eternity. An eternity in hell. Thankfully very few of us have any real yardstick by which to reference the hor- rors of the First and Second World Wars. We can read books and look at pictures until we’re blue in the face but we can- not ever know what it was really like. A good thing and a bad thing. Good, of course, in that we have been spared the soul-strangling nightmare of the trench and bombardment and mutilation. Bad, in that if we have not already, we will soon forget the lessons writ- ten in blood and bone by so many. Already generations of chil- dren have been born who can read and write and drive a car, but who have no real connec- tion to or understanding of either of the past century’s conflagrations. Names like Ypres and Vimy and Dieppe mean very little or nothing to these children. The aged, blurry photographs of mud- died, tin-helmeted little men with strange leggings seem as faraway and unreal to them as cave paintings. These children live in a world that moves at light speed. What are a mere fifty or sixty very tender years ago to us, may as well be uncounted millennia to them. War, to these new generations, is something on the television. It is a box set. It is entertainment. The veterans of the First and Second World Wars, the Korean conflict and even the Vietnam War are, it seems to me, like tired and frayed ropes binding the rest of us to an ugly reality that we forget or ignore at our own peril. And, as the years pass and there are fewer and fewer tear- stained, wizened faces gath- ered about our cenotaphs, as these old souls leave us, one by one, that bond necessarily becomes weaker and weaker. I am afraid of what awaits this world when it has dis- appeared altogether. When there are no more voices cry- ing “Lest we forget.” I have, in a special place in my home, photocopies of my grandfather’s “Attesta- tion” papers. Documents he filled out as a boy of 18, before shipping overseas as part of the Canadian Expe- ditionary Force in 1916, be- fore wading into the mud and the gore and the gas. In them he agrees to “...be faith- ful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King George the Fifth, His heirs and Suc- cessors, and that (he) will as in duty bound honestly and faithfully defend His Majesty, His Heirs and Successors, in Person, Crown and Dignity against all enemies... So help me God.” I am haunted by his signa- ture at the end of this oath. It is the chicken scratch of a skinny teenager from rural Ontario. But it is also a blaz- ing torch that has been hand- ed to me from shaking and bloodied hands. A torch that I must not only keep burning, but which I must now seek young, steady, wise hands to pass it on to. I have, I realize, my own Attestation to sign. I too, am duty bound. To my grandfather and the hundreds of thousands like him. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. Follow Neil’s BLOG drinfo.ca/croneblog.html Cheque in with police if you come across this scam To the editor: Most youth are brought up to be helpful to people in need. My son recently helped someone with car trouble. The fellow made up a story about how he couldn’t make it to his bank, and asked if my son could deposit a cheque for him and he would let him keep a large chunk of the money for helping him. Of course, my son thought this sounded like a great idea. Low and behold the cheque was phoney and even if it were good, the bank would reject the cheque because it wasn’t made out to the person depositing it. My son now has to pay the bank back the full amount and has a black mark on his otherwise spotless banking record. We actually made a police report and this fel- low has been known to do this type of thing before, but the police can not arrest him without more information. If he is caught for anything else, however, they can add this to the charges. My son is willing to identify him in a police lineup. Of course, my son learned a hard lesson and will think twice about ‘help- ing’ anyone in the future. We have heard of this exact same thing happening to an- other acquaintance. It may have happened to others, but most people may be too embarrassed to report the oc- currence. Do we wonder why no one is willing to help any- one anymore? Parents, please warn your children about this scam. Denise Dugal Ajax We’re losing our traditions and heritage To the editor: As a child my best memories were of Halloween and plan- ning for our school party. What would I be and how would I make it? I would won- der what my classmates would look like. Well, imagine my sur- prise when I asked my grand- child how their party went only to be told it was not allowed because it may offend some children. (They had crazy hair day instead.) Come On, Halloween is a fun, happy time for children to use their imaginations and cre- ate. It’s a time to just be kids. We had more than 140 chil- dren at our home and they came in all sizes, shapes and colours. It didn’t seem to of- fend enough to keep children home. Why must all traditions have this undertone? ‘G od save the Queen,’ the Bible, we are looked down on if we say ‘Merry Christmas’ and heaven forbid we call it a ‘Christmas tree.’ What is going on an why are we letting it? What’s next? Victoria Day, Canada Day, Remembrance Day -- this is all part of what makes Canada so great -- Tra- ditions. My father was a Second Wo rld War vet who fought for our country with great pride and honour and I pass this on through my grandchildren. How can I continue to do this when everything we’ve grown to know and love is being put to a halt? Carol Michea Pickering EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR We must never forget their sacrifice IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: Are you in favour of a Christmas election? Yes No Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Will you be getting a flu shot this season? Votes cast: 458 No: 49.8 % Yes: 47.4 % Undecided: 2.8 A time to celebrate Rishe Binda shared this photo with the News Ad- vertiser during the recent festival of Deepavali. Pandit Damodar Sharma performs puja (worship) to Mother Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth and beauty at the Devi Man- dir on Brock Road. 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Mr. Layton, who holds the whip hand for defeating the government, will have a chance to introduce a non-confidence motion on Nov. 24 when the NDP’s opposition day means it has control of Parliament’s agenda. The Conservatives have opposition days (when they could introduce a non-confidence motion) on Nov. 15 and Nov. 22 while the Bloc’s opposition day is Nov. 17. It’s not expected the Conservatives or Bloc will introduce non-confidence motions to force the NDP to take action. If the NDP decides not to set the wheels in motion on Nov. 24, then the next and last day to dump Paul Martin’s minority government is Dec. 8 when supply (money) bills are voted on. A defeat of a money bill is a vote of non-confidence and would defeat the government. Prognosticators are betting on Dec. 8 as the day the government falls, sending us into an election campaign which has a minimum of 35 days but no maximum. Liberal leader Paul Martin gets to pick the date and, with little stomach for Christmas campaigning, the sugges- tion is the election date will fall late in January, setting the stage for a six- to seven-week campaign. The key question is this: Which party would most benefit from an election now? For both the Conservatives and the Bloc Quebecois, it would seem there is no time like the present. Depending on the day and the poll, the Conservatives are picking up enough points to head into a dead heat with the Liberals across the country. As for the Bloc, the anger towards the Liberals in Quebec over the sponsorship scandal may be enough to substantially increase the Bloc hold from the 54 of Quebec’s 75 seats it now has. Faced with some slippage in Ontario and losses in Quebec, the Liberals are vulnerable to at least a Conservative minor- ity. As for the NDP, Mr. Layton is simply doing what a party leader who holds the balance of power should do. He is forcing as many conces- sions out of the Liberals as he possibly can. Certainly Mr. Layton will do the same thing to Mr. Harper should the Conservatives win a mi- nority and need support after the next election. Given that Mr. Martin promised to call an election within 30 days of the release of Part 2 of the Gomery report (coming Feb. 1,) which would signal a late March or early April election, the Liberals will no doubt cast blame on the opposition for forcing the holiday campaign and winter vote. It will be left to the voters to ultimately decide who deserves to gov- ern, Christmas election or not. P PA GE 7 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 AT TEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website DATE MEETING TIME Nov. 14 Management Forum Meeting 1:30 pm Nov. 14 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Nov. 17 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm Nov. 21 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Nov. 28 Executive Committee 7:30 pm 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 Anna Kuzniak - Artist in the Building Pickering Civic Complex Now until November 25, 2005 Viewing times 8:30 am to 4:30 pm For information call 905.420.4620 Santa is Coming! Sat., Nov. 12 @ 10 am Vaughan Willard P.S. to Pickering Town Centre "Christmas Through a Child's Eyes" cityofpickering.com/greatevents In Honour of Remembrance Day Mayor Ryan, Members of City Council and the Corporation of the City of Pickering would like to express their support and appreciation to ou r Canadian Veterans. Join us Friday, Novemb er 11th at 10:45 am in the Esplanade Park, City Hall as we recognize the achievements and sacrifices of those who have served and died for Canada in the struggle for worldwide peace. Pickering Recreation Complex Pickering Recreation Complex cityofpickering.com/recreation 905.683.6582 1867 Valley Farm Rd. (just east of Pickering Town Centre)Clip & Save our 2 for 1 coupon to Try Us Out! Core Balance Circuit De-Stress Workout Fat Flush Circuit – Family Fit Challenge (ages 8 and over) Family Fit Circuit (ages 8 and over) Pilates-Style Tone Wo rkout – to name a few! 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Celebration in the City CANADIAN PROGRESS CLUB DURHAM REGION WOMEN Global network of innovation.™!YLIMAFERITNEEHTROFNUFEERFSanta Claus Parade Saturday, November 12th 10:00 am Route from Vaughan Willard School to Pickering Town Centre Pickering Teen Idol Finals Saturday, November 12th 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Petticoat Creek Community Centre * Puss In Boots December 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 10th & 11th Brougham Community Hall Jingle Bell Time Saturday, December 3rd 2:00 pm Petticoat Creek Library Movies & Crafts December 3rd & 10th OPG Pickering Nuclear Information Centre 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm ** Christmas in the Village December 4th & 11th 12 noon to 3:30 pm Pickering Museum Village * Poinsettia Tea (Adults 55+) Sunday, December 4th 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm at Pickering Recreation Complex Mayor’s Light Tour (Adults 55+) We dnesday, December 7th See website for bus info. Ho Ho Storytime Thursday, December 8th 10:00 am Claremont Library Tr ee Lighting & Fireworks Friday, December 9th 6:45 pm to 9:00 pm Esplanade Park, behind City Hall Snow Much Fun & The Science of Snow Saturday, December 10th 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Esplanade Park & Pickering Central Library Make a Joyful Noise Community Music Nights December 13th & 14th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Council Chambers, City Hall Tim Horton’s Free Skate December 27th, 28th, 29th & 30th 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Pickering Recreation Complex New Year’s Eve Free Family Skate, Swim & Countdown Saturday, December 31st 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex * Tickets must be Purchased ** Admission Fee Required ALL other events FREE WINTERFEST BALLOTS TO WIN! Starting November 12th at Pickering Town Centre Guest Services - Enter to WIN! Did you know that cooking is the number one cause of home fires? Most kitchen fires occur because people get distracted and leave their cooking unat- tended on the stove. Yo ur fire department asks you to keep a close eye on your cooking. If a pot catches fire, slide a lid over the pot to smother the flames, then turn off the stove. And always wear tight-fitting or rolled-up sleeves when cooking. A dangling sleeve can easily brush against a hot burner and catch fire. A message from the Fire Mar- shal’s Public Fire Safety Council and the Pickering Fire Services. For more information contact the Pickering Fire Services at Phone: 905.420.4628 or Email: fire@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website at cityofpickering.com To wn Hall Meeting to Protect the Ajax- Pickering Hospital Mayor Dave Ryan and The Friends of Ajax-Pickering Hospital are hosting a Town Hall meeting for all residents to voice their concerns on the Rouge Valley Ajax-Pickering hospital. The hospital is an integral part of our community. We need to act now if we are to protect and expand our hospital’s facilities and services. We need all concerned residents to attend this meeting and be heard on this critical issue. Pickering City Hall - One The Esplanade Council Chambers Tuesday, November 22nd 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm For more information, please contact The Friends of Ajax-Pickering Hospital at 905.668.6593. INVITING OFFERS TO PURCHASE BY PUBLIC TENDER IN ACCORDANCE WITH By-Law 6590/05 and the Acquisition and Disposal of Land Policy, the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering declared the property known as Lot 39, Plan 270, surplus to the Corporation. TAKE NOTICE that Offers to Purchase (herein referred to as “ten- ders”) are invited for the purchase of this property. Sealed tenders will be received by the Supply & Services Section of the Department of Corporate Services no later than 2:00 pm local time: Monday, November 28, 2005 The bidder is responsible for delivering the tender before the closing date and time and assumes the risk of any and all means of delivery be it by hand, mail or courier. Tenders received after the closing date and time will not be considered. Tenders will be opened in public on the same day at approximately 2:15 pm in the Main Committee Room, 1st Floor, Pickering Civic Complex, One the Esplanade, Pickering. Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed Agreement of Purchase and Sale form which is provided in the Offer to Purchase packages. Tenders must be accompanied by a deposit representing a minimum of ten per cent (10%) of the tendered amount. The Corporation of the City of Pickering makes no representation re- garding the title to, or any other matters relating to, the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the po- tential purchaser. The land is being sold on an “as is” basis, subject to conditions and an easement. Minimum offers within the price range of $180,000.00 to $220,000.00 are anticipated. Offer to Purchase packages can be obtained from the Supply & Services Section, Corporate Services Department, One The Esplanade, 2nd Floor, Pickering, ON L1V 6K7, upon receipt of a $10.00 payment made in cash or by cheque payable to the City of Pickering. It is solely the bidder’s responsibility to review the Offer to Purchase package for full submission requirements. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. If you have any questions respecting this property please contact Denise Bye, Property & Development Services, 905.420.4660, extension 2052. cityofpickering.com P PA GE 8 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 Come from across the GTA to mark Eid in Pickering By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer PICKERING — After a holy month of fasting and self-sacrifice, Muslims trans- formed an indoor tennis court into a temple for prayer and celebration Fri- day. To mark the end of Ramadan, Muslims of all ages gathered Nov. 4 for Eid prayer in the Pickering Recreation Complex. Their shoes placed in plastic bags along the walls of the gym, participants knelt and rose in sequence on the small car- pets before them, while hums and chants bellowed from loud speakers during the religious ceremony. “(Ramadan is) a very holy month for us,” said Yasmin Javaid, shortly before the Eid prayer service began. Her hands were decorated in henna for the occa- sion. “Eid is the time we’re told to just enjoy, wear your best clothes. “It’s like Christmas to you guys.” Ms. Javaid added some people began cook- ing the day before for Eid celebrations. Uzma Danish said Eid offers her a re- warding feeling and is a time for the next generation to learn values and patience. It’s also a time for, “meeting, greeting and eating,” she said. During Ramadan, Muslims, except children, refrain from eating and drink- ing from sunrise to sunset, avoid any- thing untruthful and are expected to be more charitable than usual. “This is considered the most blessed and holy month of the year,” said Syed Saud, general secretary for the Picker- ing Islamic Centre, which organized the celebration. Throughout Ramadan, which falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Muslims have to be patient and steadfast under trying circumstances, he added. “You want to drink, you’re thirsty, but you’re not drinking,” said Mr. Saud “You’re making the sacrifice.” Afterwards, Muslims are rewarded with Eid. “Eid is the most joyous festival,” said Mr. Saud. For Eid, members of the Muslim com- munity gather to make donations to poor people and participate in collective reli- gious worship. During the prayer, men and women are separated by a large white cloth so they can minimize the distraction of each other and achieve maximum concentra- tion. “Eid is an occasion where people for- get their past,” said Imtiaz Ahmad. “The bitterness between people, they forget and forgive.” Mr. Ahmad added it’s also a time to meet and talk with each other. Following the ceremony, those attend- ing scattered to the homes of family and friends for some socializing, feasting and gift giving -- especially to young chil- dren. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos Muslims travelled to Pickering from across the Greater Toronto Area Friday for prayers at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Muslims were celebrating Eid, which marks the end of Ramadan. Below, women and girls display the intricacies of their Henna-designed hands. Anika Tabassum, left, adjusts her scarf during Eid celebrations Friday, while at right Imam Hasan Shaikh speaks to a large group of Muslims in the tennis court at the complex. Muslims celebrate ‘most joyous festival’ Seminar in Ajax examines the fallout By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — It may traditionally be a taboo topic, but recent studies and court cases will force employers to deal with stress in the workplace, an expert says. “There is a very slow, dawning recog- nition that the workplace is the generator of health,” said Dr. Martin Shain, a senior scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. “The workplace is gener- ating either costs or benefits to society.” Most companies ignore stress and do not have policies in place to deal with it, Dr. Shain said, speaking to a group of human resource and occupational health workers at a seminar put on by the Durham Region health department and Durham Lives! at Deer Creek golf course in north Ajax Thursday. But studies show depression and stress disorders at work are driving dis- ability rates, and account for more than 30 per cent of claims at three of Canada’s major corporations. The cost of mental illness in the Canadian labour force ex- ceeds $33 billion a year in production loss alone. Four factors are the major stressors at work, Dr. Shain said: high demand, low control, high effort and low reward. The result: an unhealthy workplace with two to five times the amount of in- juries, infections, substance abuse cases, cancers, conflicts, back pain and mental health problems. Stress also leads to low morale, trust, motivation, creativity, retention, com- mitment and customer satisfaction. “All of these are bad things that you don’t want in an organization that is struggling to compete and survive,” Dr. Shain said. Most stresses come from employees feeling a sense of unfairness, of deci- sions or actions being made -- usually by managers -- that could have been done another way, he added. Some workplaces may have stress- management programs in the form of an employee assistance/counselling pro- gram or mediation, but these don’t often work in very stressful environments. “By itself, stress management is like the sound of one hand clapping,” Dr. Shain said. “It can add to the resentment people have, because it feels like a Band- aid solution.” What workplaces need to do is actu- ally acknowledge that there is a cultural problem with stress, and try to deal with it before it occurs by having a stress pol- icy in place. Superiors need to foresee how their actions, words and decisions will affect others, share information with employees, listen and be willing to ac- commodate their employees’ needs -- and vice versa. “I’m increasingly making the connec- tion between civility and respect in the workplace and mental health,” Dr. Shain said. “It has to be an ongoing, cultural process. It’s not a one shot in the arm.” He pointed to several recent cases where courts have sided with employees over the intentional infliction of mental suffering; employers know employees are suffering, stressed and overworked, yet refused to acknowledge stress and mental health as a real issue. The Durham health department is working towards helping employers set up wellness committees, which would work with a public health nurse, to ad- dress all types of health issues, includ- ing stress, said Sharon Niesar, a public health nurse. Services are free of charge. There is also information available on building a healthy workplace policy. Call the Durham Health Connection Line at 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729. Workplaces must address the debilitating potential of stress — or it will cost them A/P PA GE 4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005PPAGE 9 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND The Pickering Panthers host the Oshawa Legionaires in junior ‘A’ hockey action at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Sports briefs NOVEMBER 9, 2005 [ Basketball ] Cougars snare third tournament crown AJAX — The Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars junior girls’ basketball team hit a triple crown of tour- nament victories at the All Saints Tourna- ment in Whitby last week. Playing the Eastdale Collegiate Eagles in the final, the Cougars responded with a 39-35 victory. Catherine Bougoulias netted 12 points, followed by Rhea Pascal with 10 and Nicholle McKenzie with eight. The Cougars started the event with a 49-11 shellacking of Holy Trinity from Cour- tice. Bougoulias, Pascal and McKenzie were the top scorers for Notre Dame. In Game 2, the Cougars scored a 47- 34 victory over the always-tough Father Leo J. Austin Wildcats from Whitby. McK- enzie and Pascal scored 14 points apiece, Bougoulias added 13. The Cougars are perfect at tourna- ment play this season, winning all three they’ve entered. Notre Dame had previous wins at the G.L. Roberts and Ajax High events. The victories at the All Saints tourna- ment pushes the Cougars’ season record to 20-1. The Cougars take on the neighbouring J. Clarke Richardson Storm at the school today (Wednesday) in Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) regular- season action. The playoffs start in two weeks. [ Boxing ] Ring legend in Pickering Sunday PICKERING — Fight fans can meet a boxing legend at The Pickering Markets this Sunday. Former heavyweight champion Leon Spinks will be at the markets for a meet, greet and autograph session between 9 and 11 a.m. Spinks captured the world heavy- weight crown in 1977 by beating Muham- mad Ali after only seven pro fights. Spinks went on to capture 178 wins dur- ing his amateur and professional career, including 133 by knockout. He also won Olympic gold in the heavyweight division for the U.S. at the 1976 Olympic Summer Games in Montreal. Autographs are $25 per item. Bring your own item, or purchase one on-site. The Pickering Markets are at the corner of Bayly Street and Squires Beach Road in Pickering. For more information, log on to www.pickeringmarkets.com. [ Hockey ] Knights buzz past Hornets in final AJAX — The Ajax Knights Dolphin Pool and Spa-Hazmasters Safety Products minor atom ‘AA’ rep hockey captured the championship trophy at the recent Missis- sauga Tournament. Fa cing the host Mississauga Hor- nets in the final, the Knights persevered through a frenzied final two minutes where they played 6-on-3 due to penalties and the Hornets pulling their goaltender. The Ajacians, weathered the storm to pull out a 3-1 victory. Tr istan Vandergroef, Bruce Murdoch, Zack Hope and Tommy Kemp were each recipients of player-of-the-game awards during the tournament. Ajax placed first in round-robin action with a 2-0-1 mark. The Knights tied the Mississauga Hornets 2-2 and defeated Sudbury 6-0 and the Toronto Aeros 6-1. Team members are Shane McCrae, Nicholas Wheeler, Trent Shore, Tommy Kemp, Joshua Hansen, Tristan Vander- groef, Daniel Torres, Brandon Collin, Mack- enzie Jeffrey, Spencer Dobbs, Mitchell Fowler, Bruce Murdoch, Zack Hope, Bailey Petsinis, Chanse Desroches, Shayne Cun- ningham and Jeremy Flynn. Stewart Dobbs coaches the team, assisted by Curtis Collin, Ian McCrae and Derek Wheeler. The trainer is Graham Jef- frey and the manager is Lynne Wheeler. [ Football ] Dolphins teams in league final DURHAM — Tw o Ajax-Pickering Dolphins Football Club teams will face Burlington in Central Ontario Minor Foot- ball League title games on Sunday. The Dolphins and Stampeders atoms play at noon, followed by the pee- wee final at 2:30 p.m. Both games are at Esther Shiner Stadium in North York. The atoms beat the York Region Raiders 28-0 in their semifinal, while the peewees downed the Scarborough Thunder 6-1 last Sunday. The Dolphins’ tykes were beaten 26- 12 by Scarborough in semifinal action. Dunbarton runners are golden girls Midget team takes OFSAA cross-country title in Kingston By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Not one member finished in the top 20, but as a team the Dunbarton High School midget girls’ squad couldn’t be beaten at the provincial cross-country showcase near Kingston on Saturday. The Spartans’ cross-country team comprised of Natasha Alli, Kailey Chappell, Karin Toomsalu and Laura Donaldson surprised their coaches and themselves by capturing the gold medal at the Ontario Federa- tion of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) cross-country champion- ships. Running in a field of 227 over a distance of 3,096 metres, the four- member Dunbarton team posted an aggregate score of 143 to capture the title. The score was a whopping 96 points better than silver-medal-win- ning London Central. Individually, the top finisher was Donaldson in 27th position, followed by Chappell in 31st, Alli in 34th and Toomsalu in 51st. Dunbarton co-coach Joanne Aru notes she believed her group of pre- cocious 14-year-old athletes could achieve a solid finish. To finish first, however, was unbelievable. “We thought top five. We knew they had potential. We didn’t ex- pect them to actually win,” says Aru. “We’re still buzzing around here. It’s just awesome. They’re a great group of girls. They’re so deserving.” The team’s preparation,” says co- coach Christina Mark, was one of the factors for their success. She notes the four athletes ran the course the day before the race to get any edge they could. But, most of all, the team members were hungry for a solid OFSAA performance. “We were really determined,” says Alli. “We trained a lot and we all stayed together, so we could set the pace together.” To omsalu notes that although the team members exuded a quiet confi- dence, there was no urgency to win. “We were just happy to be there. There were no expectations.” But, to win as a team, says Chap- pell, was beyond description. “It was amazing. It’s the best feel- ing you could ever have. I can’t ex- press how good it felt.” Donaldson says the course, at the Camden Braes Golf and Country Club, was surprisingly flat, and not what she and her teammates expect- ed. On a personal level, a flat track was something that didn’t bode well for her performance. “It was more flat than usual. Most of us are used to hills and there were no big hills. I’m not a sprinter, so (the course) didn’t help me,” says Don- aldson. In other OFSAA results, Michael Anderson of Ajax’s Notre Dame Cath- olic Secondary School achieved the highest individual result among local athletes with a fourth-place finish among 239 competitors in the senior boys’ division. He completed the 6,920-metre course in 21:41.2. Meanwhile, Pickering’s Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas senior girls’ cross-country team finished sixth overall with a score of 255. The winning school, Birchmount Park of Toronto, achieved a score of 110. Emma Yo ung finished 35th, fol- lowed by Amber Cushnie in 39th, Nicole Love in 85th, Julie Gardner in 95th and Carolyne Gardner in 175th. A total of 241 athletes competed. A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo Dunbarton High School’s midget girls’ cross-country team captured the gold medal at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) championships near Kingston on Saturday. Team members are, clockwise from left, Natasha Alli, Kailey Chappell, Karin Toomsalu and Laura Donaldson. Allen, Wakefield return to B.C. for more gold By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM — The Ontario teams cho- sen to play at the Under-18 National Women’s Hockey Championships will have a decidedly local content again this year. That’s because six of the players on the Ontario ‘Red’ and ‘Blue’ rosters at the championships in Salmon Arm, B.C., which get underway this week, were plucked off the Durham West Lightning intermediate ‘AA’ roster. On the ‘Red’ team are Cristin Allen, 17, and Jennifer Wakefield, 16, of Pick- ering, both returnees from last year’s gold-medal-winning squad. They’ll be joined by forward Natalie Spooner, 15, of Scarborough. In addition, defenceman Melanie Rothon, of Newmarket, who plays on the Durham Lightning National Women’s Hockey League team, is also part of the team. Meanwhile, on Ontario’s Blue team are intermediate defenceman Alison Williams, 17, and Tara Watchorn, 15, of Whitby and Newcastle, respectively, and forward Lindsay Hill, 16, of Ajax. Ontario Red and Blue get their under- 18 championship schedule under way today (Nov. 9) when Blue plays Quebec and ‘Red’ suits up against Manitoba. Red is playing in a pool with Alberta, Sas- katchewan and Manitoba. Blue plays in a pool with Quebec, B.C. and Atlantic. For Allen and Wakefield, with Ontario Red the defending champions, they ex- pect other provinces will be looking to knock the team from its perch. Wake- field, a centre, and Allen, a defenceman, are determined not to let that happen. “I’m expecting us to do as well as we did last year,” says Allen, who’s the cap- tain of Durham West, which plays in the Provincial Women’s Hockey League. “If we bond and get along as well as we did last year, we’ll be OK.” Wa kefield says with an Ontario ros- ter that contains half the players from last year’s gold-medal team, she’s aware leadership will be crucial in pushing the team toward another gold. “Being a returning player, I hope to share some of the experience with the new players. You’ve been through it all and we’ll have to work as a team to get through it,” says Wakefield. Spooner who, at 15, is one of the younger rookies chosen for Ontario ‘Red’. She tried out for the Ontario under-18 teams as a 14-year-old, but didn’t make it. She’s thrilled to finally earn a spot. “I’m excited to be able to play with the older girls,” says Spooner. “I’m hoping the competition (at nationals) will be really good. I’m excited to go to B.C. I’ve never been there before. It should be a great week.” The Red and Blue teams were assem- bled following a series of tryouts, which got underway in Toronto in August and continued into October. Although on Ontario’s Blue team, Wil- liams says she and her teammates are plan to compete hard in B.C. and per- haps giving Ontario a surprise if the two teams meet in the playoffs. “We have a talented bunch of young players who can go and win there. Red has some big-name players, but Blue could throw a little surprise at them. If we gel well and work hard as a team it could happen.” The Team Ontario tryouts in Toronto attracted more than 200 hopefuls and were gruelling, especially for Watchorn who was attending her first tryout. She’s pumped to play at her first national s. “It was my first experience with some- thing like the Ontario tryout. I went in with a nothing-to-lose attitude, so mak- ing it was somewhat of a surprise, but a nice surprise. I’m excited to go -- it will be my first plane ride ever.” Pool play continues at the national under-18 championships on Thursday and Friday, with semifinals on Saturday. The gold- and bronze-medal finals are on Sunday. Six players represent area at under-18 championship Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Six Durham West Lightning Intermediates were selected for the two Ontario squads competing at the under-18 national hockey showcase in Salmon Arm, B.C. Clockwise from bottom left are Jennifer Wakefield, Alison Williams, Natalie Spooner, Lindsay Hill, Ta ra Wa tchorn and Cristin Allen. Juniors get one point from overtime loss PICKERING — The Pickering Pan- thers earned a single point during a two-game weekend set. And, the singleton came as a result of an overtime loss, 4-3, to the New- market Hurricanes at the Pickering Recreation Complex in OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League action on Friday night. The other game, against the North Yo rk Rangers in Toronto Sunday af- ternoon, resulted in a 5-3 loss. The game was the fourth and final meeting between the two teams, with the teams winning two apiece. Chris Jones, Andrew Dissanayake and Tomek Budziakowski scored for Pickering. In Friday’s loss to Newmarket, a power-play marker by the Hurricanes at the 3:57 mark of the five-minute overtime period lifted the North Con- ference squad to the victory. Justin Fox scored twice, with Chad Beal netting the other marker. The Panthers (10-10-0-1 for 21 points, tied for fifth in South Confer- ence) are on home ice to the Oshawa Legionaires at the recreation complex on Friday at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Panthers are in Collingwood to play the Blues. 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Pickering. 905-420- 2547 before 5 pm. ECE NEEDED for Daycare centre in Courtice. Please fax resume to 905-436-6878 DAYCARE in South Ajax needs on-call supply staff and other help. Call Supervisor at 905-427-6263. Fax 416-733-2491 DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make pro- ductive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. 416-284-4493 EXPERIENCED pizza maker wanted for Whitby location. Call Joe at (905)706-1479 EXPERIENCED PLOW TRUCK drivers. Resume and drivers ab- stract required. Experienced need only apply. Also looking for inde- pendent sidewalk crew, with own vehicles and shovels/snow blow- ers. call (905)438-1170 GREENWOOD MUSHROOM FARM Weekend employment, No experience necessary. Transpor- tation required. Fax Resumes to: (905) 655-8435 HELP WANTED AT Dagmar Re- sort!!! Lift operators, Snowmakers, Rental Manager, Rental Staff, Cashiers & Ski Instructors. Apply online at: www.skidagmar.com OR in person at 1220 Lakeridge Rd. HELP WANTED for indoor play- ground, Mon-Fri, 11am-4pm. No experience necessary, must be friendly. Fluent in English and own transportation required. Call (905)421-9457. HOLIDAY HELP $18 base/ap- pointment. Flexible schedule! Sales/Service. All ages 17+. No experience necessary. Conditions apply. Call Today! 416-321-5880 Workforstudents.com/onc ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr. avg. Full Time We Train Yo u!! 905.435.0518 JANITOR REQUIRED for fast paced growing manufacturing Tire Company in Oshawa. Full time permanent. May include shift work.Apply by fax to 905-576- 3786. Only those considered will be contacted. No phone calls please. SHIPPER/RECEIVER required for local sports distribution company. Competitive salary and benefits. Position available immediately. Ex- perience necessary. Please con- tact 905-428-7225 or fax resume to 905-428-3405. LICENSED ASSISTANT MANAG- ER plus full and pt stylist. for Mag- icuts in Pickering an Whitby. We offer: Competitive salary, opportu- nity for advancement, paid vaca- tion, profit sharing, free upgrading classes, monthly prizes, hiring bo- nus,benefits. Join a winning team. Call Steph (905) 427-1496 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thick- son) on Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m LIVE-IN SUPERINTENDENT re- quired for WILLIAM PEAK CO-OP- ERATIVE HOMES, serving family and senior units. Remuneration in- cludes 2-bedroom apt in seniors building. Candidate would possess cleaning & general repair skills, ex- perience with fire safety & WMIS. Would suit couple Fax resume (905)837-2922 or mail to: 1990 Whites Rd., Pickering, L1V 6P5 by Nov 14th/05 LOOKING FOR 17 PEOPLE Ajax area. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and up, also able to work continen- tal shifts, such as 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Lots of overtime as well! Starting pay rate $9.00 per hr. If interested apply at 1614 Dun- das St. e., Suite 203, Whitby, be- tween 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Mon- day - Thursday. LOOKING FOR AN exciting ca- reer in Business Development? One of Ontario's leading AV De- sign & Installation specialists - seeks a motivated, organized per- son with strong oral & written com- munication & computer skills to work inside developing new sales opportunities (not close sales) for their Scarborough location. Expe- rience in Business Development or B2B services a plus. Mid-$30K (negotiable) plus benefits. Fax re- sume to 416-489-5949 or e-mail to info@focus-america.com. LUNCH ROOM SUPERVISORS required for Pickering elementary school. Mon-Fri 11:25am-12:25pm $12.07 per hour. Call (905)839- 1451 OUTSIDE RECEIVER & GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY All Shifts, Starting rate $8.50/hr. Must provide Own Safety Boots. Some heavy lifting required. Please apply in person @ LENNOX DRUM LIMITED 233 Fuller Road Ajax, ON PA RT TIME HELP wanted for weekend morning and weekend night shift for gas station in Ajax. Phone for appt. (905)683-5300 PA RT-TIME CLEANER to start in September at new store in Pickering. 24 hours/5 half days per week. Cleaning experience. Care and Caution with Fine Furni- ture. Mail resume (No Phone calls) to Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1099 Kingston Rd, Pickering, Ont. L1V 1B5 durham@bennetts.on.ca Only those interviewed will be con- tacted. POST PLASTICS CANADA is ac- cepting applications for part time and full time positions for general warehouse help. Please send re- sume to 89 Mills Rd., Ajax, Onta- rio.LlS 2H2 REFRIGERATION manufacturer looking for a "Jack of All Tr ades"/Handy-person. Location is Pickering. Must have transporta- tion. Call (905) 686-8529 SIDEWALK SHOVELLERS and experienced plow drivers, pick up and single axle, only need G li- cense, for shopping malls in Pick- ering and Ajax area. Call 905-640- 6330. SNOW PLOW brokers needed with recent model 4x4 pick- ups/plows. Guaranteed winter con- tract. South Pickering area. Call 416-569-4219 STUDENT WORK PROGRAM For teens 12-16yrs preferably. Selling chocolates door to door. Must be reliable. Cash paid daily. Oshawa/Pickering 905-439-9358, Whitby/Ajax 905-224-6659, Bow- manville/Newcastle 905-431-7190 SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED Oshawa Residential Complex. Must have professional exp. in maintenance & suite renovations. Excellent salary, benefits & apt. incl. Please fax resume to: 416-485-7859 SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complex. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couple. No pets. Fax resume (905)623-2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. TAX PREPARERS - FT/PT.Must have WORK EXPERIENCE preparing personal and business returns from basic to advance. Must possess good computer skills. North Oshawa. Fax resume: 905-434-3642. TECHNOP.O.S. DISPLAY seeks: Receptionist/Sale Support for new Scarborough facility. Required Skills: positive attitude, strong computer ability (Excel, Word, Outlook), Switch board experi- ence, Bilingual French/English preferred. Email resumes to: ca- reer@technopos.com or fax: 416- 296-9334 Ref: Toronto Reception- ist URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals part time and full time with cleaning experi- ence for great new opportunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $10 and up per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious inquires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 09, 2005 www.durhamregion.com --Classifieds-- a career with a view Animal/Parking Control Officer • part-time Service oriented, you will respond effectively to inquiries and complaints and provide proactive enforcement of our dog, cat, and traffic By-laws. You will also prepare materials such as crown briefs, documentary evidence, and sworn verbal testimony for court proceedings. You have completed a law and security administration or animal health technician diploma program or have at least two years’ related experience. A Class “G” driver’s licence, a clean and current driver’s abstract and criminal reference check, and the ability to work rotating days, evenings, weekends, and on-call are required. Please apply by November 18th to: HR Services, Town of Ajax, 65 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, ON L1S 2H9 Fax: (905) 686-8352 e-mail: helen.caldwell@townofajax.com School Crossing Guard Various school locations - $12.50 per hour If you’re interested, please call Gloria Walker, Monday to Friday - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 905-683-2951 for more information. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity within the workplace. As we grow, it is important that our workforce becomes more reflective of the citizens we serve to further the diversification of ideas that make Ajax a great place to live and work. The Town of Ajax respects, encourages, and celebrates our diversity. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about the Town of Ajax and our exciting career opportunities, please visit our website at: www.townofajax.com/employment FULL-TIME WAREHOUSE EMPLOYEES Needed for Distribution Centre in Pickering/Ajax. Applicants must be comfortable with lifting and bending repetitively as well as standing for extended periods of time. Material handling equip. exp preferred. Strong command of the English language and ability to work well with others is required. Full-time hours could include days, afternoons and weekends. Please apply to: Harmony Logistics Inc. Attn: Human Resources Fax (905) 428-8252 Accepting applications for LICENCED TRUCK AND TRAILER MECHANICS (Whitby Terminal) Excellent wages/benefit package for qualified applicant. Apply in person to: Ve r speeten Cartage Ltd. 1900 Boundary Road Whitby, Ont. L1N 8P8 Phone: 905-404-8470 Injection Moulding Co. requires MACHINE TENDERS/Q.C. Shift Work Competitive wage & benefits offered. Please apply in person at: 902 McKay Rd. Unit #2, Pickering, Ontario (905) 428-2909 MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Work in production plant. Knowledge of pumps, motors, conveyors, blowers, hydraulics, pneumatics, steam and PLC's required. Please send resume and salary expectations to:File #218 P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 LICENCED TRUCK MECHANIC We are a leading construction contractor in the Durham Region and require an individual who is self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be required to do general maintenance and service work to our construction & gravel trucks. Fax resume to 905-668-3584 New East End Suzuki Dealership requires an experienced LOT PERSON Full-time, valid Drivers License Call George (905)420-4800 1 MONTH FREE RENT or Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - Starting At $700. ** 3-BDRM SUMMER SALE** ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Senior Discounts ●Full Security System Call for more information 905-728-4993 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT e & oe 3 3 & 7 7 F al by Cr t ., A ja x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.a j a x a p a rtm e n t s .co m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. WHITBY WELCOMES YOU HOME Spacious, newly renovated 1, 2 and 3 bdrms. Affordable prices. Friendly community. Convenient location. Steps to GO, shopping, 401. Park like setting. From $870. Util incl. 1-888-303-1849 TRAFALGAR CASTLE SCHOOL has openings for a permanent part-time and a temporary full-time Kitchen Aide/Housekeeper. Re- sponsibilities include general housekeeping duties, serving meals, dishwashing, laundry and other duties as assigned. Some weekend work. Previous work re- lated experience is an asset. Writ- ten applications must be received by Wednesday, November 23, 2005 by Marcello Marano, Food Service and Housekeeping Man- ager at maranom@castle-ed.com or fax (905)668-4136. A Criminal Reference Check is also required. While we appreciate all applica- tions received, only those inter- viewed will be contacted. UN E M PLO YE D ? Need Assistance? Free Services Oshawa 905-436-2957 Ajax 905-426-8337 northernlightsosh.com Project funded by URGENT - HOUSE CLEANERS needed for fast-growing company. Permanent position. Room for ad- vancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242 WORK AT HOME $500 weekly. For mail/assembly work. For infor- mation package send stamp to Westshore, 5694 Highway #7 East, Ste 405, Markham ON L3P 1B4 ELEGANT NEW SPA!in Pickering hiring part-time RMT & hairdress- er. Also, one hairstyling station to rent. Call Nalo 905-837-6580. ESTHETICIANS seeking an upscale ambiance. ELEGANCE Salon Spa-Aveda, has part-time openings. Submit resume to: 123 Athol St. Whitby. Email: info@elegancesalonspa.com Fax: 905-666-4389 NEW SPA OPENING in Whitby re- quires RMT. Please drop off re- sume at Country Craft Store, 1618 Dundas St. E., Whitby. WANTED:Hair Stylist to rent chair monthly. Please call (905)718- 0981 Cabinet Maker Looking for person who is fully experienced in working with plastic laminates. Please fax resume Attn: Al Colterman 905-683-8546 or e-mail alscontract@aol.com INDUSTRIAL roofing company needs installers for cladding, flash- ing, steel roofing,. Experience pre- ferred, will train hard working can- didate with own transportation. 905-666-8594 or fax 905-666- 0145. 9am-5pm. LICENSED MECHANIC or 3rd to 5th year apprentice needed imme- diately for very busy 10 bay shop (Ajax). (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002 LOCAL ROOFING company re- quires experienced shinglers and labourers. Own transportation and experience a must. Excellent rates. call (905)442-9867 leave message. WELDER FITTER REQUIRED, 1 year exp in Mig welding, full-time year-round, wage negotiable. Ben- efits available after 3 months. North Pickering area, respond by fax 905-683-8213. MECHANIC / APPRENTICE - required immediately and/or equiv- alent mechanical knowledge for small car lot. Must have drivers li- cense with clean abstract, safe- ty standard knowledge, ability to use hand held scanner and ability to do various small repairs. Apply: Diamond Auto Sales, 221 Westney Rd. S. Ajax ROOFING TECH Flat roofing Ser- vice Crew Foremen and Assistants required by 41 year old company, benefits, year-round work, weekly pay, 4% vacation pay, top wages in Durham, skill test required. Ve- hicle and tools provided. Foran's Roofing, Whitby. Call 1-800-261- 8323. SILKSCREEN PRINTER (circuit board) CNC operator. Some ex- perience required. Call Susan Lever (905) 837-8481 ext. 300 Pickering. JR. OFFICE CLERK required for fast paced growing manufacturing tire company in Oshawa. Full time permanent. Duties include data entry, filing, etc. Must possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Office. Apply to fax 905-576-3786. Only those considered will be contacted. No phone calls please. JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT needed P/T for CA office. Caseware & QuickBooks experience required. CGA/CMA preferred. Reply to whitbyca@sympatico.ca stating desired remuneration LEGAL ASSISTANT - Experi- enced self-starter for general prac- tice with emphasis on real estate and litigation in Oshawa. Fax re- sume & salary expectation to: 905-432-2343 or email: jainbarr@yahoo.com PART-T IME SECRETARY Par t-time secretary needed for Real Estate office. Monday-Friday 12 pm to 5:30 pm Experience preferred. Please fax resume to 905-619-2500 or drop off at 513 Westney Road South, Ajax RECEPTIONIST NEEDED, afternoons and evenings, for busy massage therapy clinic in Whitby. Professionalism, reliability and ability to work independently a must. Please e-mail resume to handsindemand@on.aibn.com or call 905-626-2209. SALES & MARKETING Admin- istrator, Reporting directly to the Sales Manager. General Market- ing, quotations, follow-up, cold call activities and inventory control. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Website Design. French & English speaking individual. Must have own vehicle. Pickering area. Fax all responses to: 905-420-0319 or email to sales@machinexrt.ca No tele- phone calls please. SMALL, BUSY AJAX office look- ing for an eager individual with great phone manner to handle reception and bookkeeping FT. Quickbooks experience important. Fax resume with salary expecta- tion to (905)428-8474 AJAX CALL CENTRE needs several full time/ part time people for pleasant phone work Salary + bonus Call NOW! Doris 905-426-4246 CELLCOM WIRELESS,Canada's Largest Rogers Wireless Dealer has immediate opening for experienced Sales People in our Pickering Power Centre Location which is scheduled to open soon. The successful Candidate will possess a positive attitude and have a proven track record in sales. Email resume to: steve@cellcomwireless.com or fax 416-645-1023. EXCELLENT P/T INCOME that surpasses your full-time income. Evening work. Sales with all preset appts. Requires vehicle/cell phone. Suits mature exp. sales persons. Will train. For interview call 905- 655-9053 TELEMARKETER - Pickering- based trade publisher seeks indi- vidual with excellent telephone manner for telemarketing within existing client base. Hourly plus commission. Resume to colleen@electricityforum.com CDA II or CDA full-time position, Oshawa practice, no evenings or weekends. Minimum 2 years expe- rience. Fax resume to: 905-434- 8520 Attn: Mary. CERTIFIED DENTAL assistant - level 2, full time, to start immedi- ately. Email resume and cover letter to: ajaxdentist@hotmail.com DENTAL HYGIENIST needed for Pickering dental office, 4 days per week. Please call 905-420-4808 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST and CDA II or CDA, full time positions in Oshawa. No evenings or weekends. Min 1 year experience. Able Dent an asset. Fax resume to 905-433-0720 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ ADMINISTRATOR required FT in Whitby. It is an expanding dental office, excellent growth opportunity with benefits and bonuses. A suc- cessful candidate must have at least 1 yr dental experience and be computer knowledgeable. Send resumes to Dental Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON, L1N 9G3 MEDICAL SECRETARY Part time, required for busy Family Practice Clinic in Pickering. Must be flexible. Good communication skills. Fax resume to: (905)420- 0863 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN. Fr iendly, honest and hardworking team player needed for pharmacy in Bowmanville. Compounding ex- perience would be an asset. Fax resume to 905-623-4576 EXPERIENCED COOKS required for South Ajax location, days & weekends, 25-30 hours. Call 416-823-9766 for appointment. EXPERIENCED SERVER f/t, p/t, apply in person at Station Street Grill, 40 Station Street, Ajax. Ask for Mary. EXPERIENCED WAIT STAFF member to join our highly qualified team. Must have experience in fine dining. Full/Part time hours. Also Dishwasher, full-time, mostly eve- ning hours. 905-434-0041 Steven. NO NIGHTS, WEEKENDS or Holi- days! Merry Maids is seeking ca- pable, reliable workers, PT/FT available. 1-800-263-5928 *HOME SELLERS* Find Out What Homes Down The Street Sold For! Free computerized list of area home sales & current listings Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7041 Visit: www. DurhamAreaHomeSales .com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* *RENTERS* Why rent when You can own? Free computerized list of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 Visit: www. DurhamStopRenting .com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* CANNINGTON HOUSE for sale $234,900. Country living in town! 3/4 acre...Located on the Beaver River...Lovely 4 bedroom house 2 blocks from town, park, arena and curling club. Beautiful country side in my backyard next to a 60 acres of farmland with no farm animals. New public school being built right now five blocks away, half finished basement, new furnace 04, win- dows, jacuzzi bathroom. Hard- wood floors and ready to move in condition. Above ground pool and wooden swing set. I just bought a house in Port Perry and would like to move sometime in the next 3 months. 50 minutes to Oshawa, Whitby, or and hour to Toronto. I will list this house soon if not sold privately. Call a.s.a.p. 905-242 -2855 or 705-432-3232 DISTRESS SALE Bank Foreclosures & Estate Sales Free computerized list of Foreclosure properties from $170,000. No Investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#4042 Visit: www. DurhamDistressSale. com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905)434-7777 Matt Cooper* FIXER UPPER "Bargains" These homes need work Free computerized list of foreclosure properties from $170,000 No investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7048 Visit: www DurhamFixerUppers .com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777 Matt Cooper* HOME EVALUATION Find out what your home is worth On-Line Visit: www. DurhamOnLine HomeEvaluation.com Remax Ability Real Estate Limited ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* NEW HOMES with luxury features, from $675/month, big kitchens, 3 bed's, attached garage, trees. 1- 800-467-1766 ONE YEAR NEW 3 bedroom home in Port of Newcastle backing on to ravine. Thousands spent on upgrades and customizations. Minutes to the lake and 401. (416)434-3565" 401/Whites Rd.1 modern bed- room, separate entrance/parking, close to amenities/buses. Desir- able in West Pickering. No smok- ing/pets. $780, all inclusive. Avail- able immediately. 905-420-0892 AJAX Bachelor apartment for rent, suitable for quiet male preferred. $675, all inclusive. Call 905-426- 8736. AJAX Furnished, bachelor, 1 bed- room basement apartment. Pri- vate entrance. Laundry, utilities, cable included. Kitchenette/micro- wave. Near 401, GO, public tran- sit - $625. 905-427-0283 after 6:00pm. WHITES/FINCH 1 bedroom base- ment apartment, 2 parking, separ- ate entrance/laundry, includes util- ities/cable, $825 or 2 bedrooms for $950. Call (416) 671-4280 EXPERIENCE THE THRILL of having your own Provencal home in France! Beautiful character homes available weekly. Call Yvonne at (905) 435-1175 or e- mail yvonne.donnelly@rogers.com CHASSEY'S LOCK, Rideau Canal,Westport area 2 hrs east of Toronto secluded 10-acre home- site. Mature trees, 3800' shoreline on Indian Lake $79,900. 1-613- 541-9629 FOR SALE NEW INDUSTRIAL CONDOS 10 CARLOW CT. WHITBY 5000 - 25,000 sq. ft. Call Mike Ambler 905-666-1224 INDUSTRIAL BAYS, near OC, transport truck high roll-up doors, one bay w/side entrance, air, parking, auto repair, machining, other uses, ample parking. Month-to-month considered. Also Space good for hobbies (905)576- 2982, (905)576-2646. INDUSTRIAL UNIT for rent, ap- prox. 800 sq.ft., with office, work- shop, or storage, with overhead garage door and parking,. 905- 579-1840 or 905-434-5494. 2000 SQ.FT.of office space for lease. Consumer Dr and Hopkins area, Whitby. Separate entrance, $10/sq.ft plus utilities. Available immediately. (905)666-1713 DOWNTOWN WHITBY OFFICE Single, ground level office in professional building. Approx. 200 square feet. Shared board- room usage included. Low cost internet access. (905) 668-2828. OFFICE SPACE BESIDE GM plant, 3,000 sq. ft. semi furnished, 24 hrs. security protetction, easy access to 401, clean, a/c, main floor, only $8.75 per sq. ft. net. Contact Dave (905) 579-0878 PROFESSIONAL FURNISHED offices (2), show exceptionally well. Reception/admin. functions, internet, phone-system, VM, board and meeting room. Free parking. Whitby-4min. from 401. $400 & $600. 905-433-0040. PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE available in multi-disciplinary health clinic in Oshawa. Parking. Available now. Please call (905)404-2688 for further in- formation. BEAUTY SALON FOR SALE in Pickering area. Great opportunity. Established clientele. Plenty of parking. If interested please call 905-839-8876. COFFEE TRUCK FOR RENT, Route established in Whitby. Will pay insurance. Serious inquiries only call Joe (905)706-1479 FASTWAY COURIERS new fran- chise to region, 3 exclusive territo- ries available. Be your own boss, ground level opportunity. www.fastway.ca (905)720-2816 FOR SALE:Driveway sealing business, equipment and instruction. Call 905-438-4844 $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 4.50% or Variable at 3.9% OAC,Cash take-outs, Refinances, Self-employed, Commercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. GOOD OR BAD CREDIT,refi- nance mortgages and investment properties. Loans & Line of Credit. Please call (416)436-1589 RATES ARE GOING up! Refi- nance now at low rate! Call Ajax refinancing expert now at (905)426-6899. From 4.69% for 5 years. 1st. & 2nd Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Best Available Rates Private Mortgage Funds Arrears P.O.S Refinancing Debt Consolidation a Specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Call 905-666-4986 1 & 2-BEDROOM APTS., in North end Oshawa, quiet area, 1-bed- rooms $750+hydro & $795 inclu- sive, 2-bedroom $975 inclusive. Available Dec 1st. No pets. first/last. (905)424-5083 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN TYRONE (10 min. north of Bow- manville, 10 min. east of Oshawa), fireplace, French doors, share laundry, yard and pool. 1-800-579- 9253. www.dti-web.com/apt 1 BEDROOM apartment, 576 Mary St. E., Whitby. Small quiet, cozy building. Close to downtown. Available Dec. lst. 905-665-7509. 1 BEDROOM APT.,Bond & Wil- son area, laundry, parking, $725 monthly hydro included, first & last, avail. Now. Call 905-571-1598. 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment and 1 bedroom upper level. North Oshawa area! Well maintained. Available immediately Call Robert Today for quick approval. 416-402-3435. 1-BDRM bsmt apt., private en- trance, Simcoe/401 area, Oshawa. Non-smoking, no pets. Parking, shared laundry, Express VU. $650/mo inclusive. First/last req'd. Call (905)720-2347. 1-BEDROOM Bsmt. Apt. Separate Entrance. Utilities, Parking, wash- er/dryer, Close to 401 & Go. $650/month, available Nov 15/Dec 1st. Harmony & Highway 2. Call 905-579-2287. 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 BDRM APTS $821/month Avail able NOW. 1 BDRM APT *Suitable for Seniors* $709/month Located at 139 Mary St., Oshawa Underground parking. Call 905-404-2847 2-BDRM BSMT.Brock/Dellbrook, Pickering. Separate entrance & laundry, 1-parking. $950/mo inclu- sive. Avail immediately. First/last. No smoking/pets. Call (905)426- 7469 leave msg. 2-BEDROOM APTS w/parking. $800/mo. All inclusive. 12-plex building. Near downtown Oshawa. 80 William St. W. No pets. 1-(866)327-7485. 2-BEDROOM basement, sauna, Jacuzzi, separate entrance, $1000/month all inclusive, first/last. Available Dec 15th. No smok- ing/pets. Near all amenities. Ajax. Call 905-686-5782. 2-BEDROOM,Rossland & Ritson. Newer well-maintained, intercom, clean, quiet adult-lifestyle bldg. Suits retired/mature working adult. No pets. Dec 1. $900-incl. (905)720-2352 359 BUENA VISTA,Oshawa, 2 bedroom apartment, laundry, kitchen, dining/living room, avail- able Jan. 1st. on. $850/month. call (905)725-5587 AAA 2-BEDROOM,quiet 6-plex, close to OC, available December 1st. $850 plus hydro. First/last. No smoking/pets. Call George 905- 718-6777 AJAX Harwood/401 1 Bed. Basement Apt. Laundry, parking. Sep. entrance. Avail. immediately. $750/mo. inclusive. No smoking/pets. 905-426-6060 AJAX HUGE, brand new, bright, 2-bedroom basement apartment. $950 Utilities included. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, fire- place. Available December 1st. No pets/smoking. 905-619-9671. AJAX Old Harwood north of Hwy 2. 1 bedroom, large, new, very bright apartment with walkout. No pets/smoking. Parking included, seperate entrance. Avail Immedi- ately. First/last. (905)427-5426 AJAX PICKERING Executive 2 bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. entrance, parking, own laundry, patio. Close to all amenities. Also Bach. apt. available. 905-428-8946 905-686-8905 AJAX Salem/Bayly. Large 1-bed- room plus den, basement apt. Bright & clean. $800 includes util- ities, parking, A/C, storage room. Non-smoking. Suit professional. 416-721-4425, 905-787-8665. AJAX Westney/#2, beautiful 2- bdrm bsmt apt. Separate entrance, living & dining. At bus stop, park- ing, $950 inclusive. Avail. immedi- ately. No pets/smoking. (416)822- 5043 AJAX, 2-bedroom basement apt, large, bright, just renovated, walk- out, 4-pc bath, laundry, sep en- trance, Harwood//Bayly. $950-incl. Avail immediately/ (905)294-0760, AJAX,3 bedroom main floor, bright, spacious, parking, laundry, A/C, C/Vac, appliances, across from park, near schools. No pets/smoking. $1300/month, inclu- sive. First/last. (905)427-3923 AJAX, SALEM/BAYLY,large bright fully renovated 1-bedroom. Par king, laundry, available imme- diately. $700 plus utilities, refer- ences, first/last. Call after 4pm (905)509-2335 AJAX-quiet self contained, one bedroom basement apartment, close to all shopping and 2 bus stops, parking, separate entrance, a/c, cable, laundry, utilities inc. lst/last, $675. (905) 426-7824. AVAIL. NOW & NOV 1ST.One & Two be droom apts for rent. Locat- ed 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Please call (905)579-2387 anytime. BACHELOR UPSCALE loft apt. in beautiful country setting. Hwy. 12/Taunton area. Backs onto con- servation area. No pets/smoking. Available Jan. 1st. $720. Call 9050655-4076. BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - Near No Frills/401. TWO - 2- bedrooms, $715 + hydro($50/mo), available now and Dec. 1st., also 1 bed. available immedialely $645+hydro ($30/mo), Immacu- late, well-maintained, nice and bright. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946. BOWMANVILLE.Stunning bright 2 bedroom basement apartment, all new; ceramic tile, laundry, lots of parking. $950 plus hydro, heat inc. Bright, cozy, One bed., down- town, $590 plus hydro, heat inc. (905) 623-4302. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,modern clean bright 1-bdrm. Parking, laundry, suit non-smoking mature adult. No Dogs. Available Dec. 1 (905)725- 1052 BOWMANVILLE, 2-BEDROOM basement apt., close to 401, bright, private entrance, available Immediate. $725/month plus util- ities. first/last, no pets preferred (905)442-5736 BRAND NEW exclusive 2-bdrm apartments located in Oshawa. $975/month. Available immediate- ly. Please call (905)579-4454 ext 10. BRIGHT, AIRY, 1200sq.ft base- ment apartment. Located on quiet court. 10mins east of Oshawa. 2 bedroom, separate entrance, separate laundry. Available De- cember 1st, no pets/smoking. $975/inclusive. (905)263-4700. BROOKLIN - one bedroom apt. 12x16 on 2nd floor, kitchen with eating area 12x16, newly renovat- ed, 4 appliances, available now $895/mo/inclusive. No dogs. First/last/references, no smoking. 905-424-9743. BROOKLIN 1-bedroom basement, new professionally finished, separate entrance, A/C, partially furnished, suit quiet non-smoker. No pets. References, first/last. $775/mo inclusive. (905)655- 9315. CLEAN 1 & 2 BDRM $720/$800, newly decorated. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE/OSHAWA area Cour- tice at Townline/Bloor. Beautiful new 2-floor, lower level 1-bedroom apt. Sep entrance. All appliances including separate washer/dryer. Immediate. $850-inclusive. No pets/smoking. (905)626-1269 DOWNTOWN BROOKLIN,brand new 1-bedroom apt. c/a, parking, all inclusive. Non-smoker. Avail- able immediately. $795/mo. First/last. (905)655-5789, (905)655-9739 FRENCHMAN's BAY,new 1 bed- room basement apt., spacious liv- ingroom, sep. entrance., eat-in kitchen, laundry, bath, cable. Suits single working person. $800 inclu- sive, available immediately. (905)837-8727. FURNISHED Basement apt in friendly family Ajax home, $500. Available immediately. Close to all amenities. No pets. Call (905)427-6106. LARGE THREE BEDROOM apartment for rent, eat in kitchen, parking, laundry. Close to down- town Whitby, $1100.00 a month all included, first and last required, serious callers: 905.576.6268 NEWLY RENOVATED spacious 1 bedroom plus den, apartment in Century Home. Jacuzzi Tub, C/A. $850/inclusive. Available immedi- ately. Suit single professional. No pets/smoking. First/last. (905)260-0439 NORTH Oshawa - 2 and 3 bed- room, Nov. / Dec. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, park- ing and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,Russet Ave. Good location, next to bus route, well-maintained, quiet 12-plex small building. Utilities, cable, heating, parking included. 2-bed- room. No dogs. 905-576-2982. or 905-576-2646. ONE & TWO bedroom apart- ments, in most beautiful adult life- style building. Available immedi- ately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905-579-3700 or (905)723-1009 OSHAWA 1-bdrm above ground basement apt. Laundry, very clean, parking, separate entrance. $750/mo inclusive. Avail. immedi- ately. ALSO 3-bdrm, 1400-sq ft. $1075/mo plus. Avail Jan. 1st. No pets. (905)999-9115 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3 bdrms avail. Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $765/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA 1 BEDROOM available anytime or Nov. 1st. Located at 350 Malaga Rd. $695/mo. inclu- sive. No pets. 905-576-6724 or 905-242-4478. OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM nice quiet area, no smoking/pets. All inclu- sive $650month. Available Dec.- 1st. Call 905-404-8565 OSHAWA CENTRAL North, quiet clean large 1 bedroom, own yard, main floor, private entrance, large kitchen, includes fridge, stove, parking and all utilities. $760./mo. (905)723-0393. OSHAWA King/Wilson Quiet build- ing, near shopping, transportation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bed- room apts, $920/month. Available immediately. 3-bedroom apt., $1020/month, immediate. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. OSHAWA Park South/401 new management, newly renovated 1-2-3 Bedrooms from $725. Well- maintained, clean, quiet, improved security. Bus/GO. Hydro included. 835 Oxford 905-622-0835; 885 Oxford 905-622-0885 OSHAWA,1 bedroom basement apartment, side entrance, wash- er/dryer. Stevenson/Gibb, near OC. $700/inclusive. December 1. (905)434-8185. OSHAWA,1-bedroom basement apt., near 401 & O.C., very clean, suitable for 1 person. Non-smoker, no dogs. Cable included, $550+ utilities. (905)626-8844 OSHAWA, 1-bedroom upper du- plex, computer/office and loft. Walk to Hospital/transit. New appli- ances, eat-in-kitchen, $875 utilities included. first/last, no pets/smok- ing. (905)579-5219 OSHAWA, ALEXANDRA PARK, 1 & 2 bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park- view. Near Hospital. (905)579- 9439. OSHAWA,bachelor apartment, parking, cable, fridge, microwave, toaster oven included. Suit work- ing person. First/last. Available Dec.1st. $560/inclusive. Call (905)721-9242 OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious 1-bdrm $660+hydro. Avail- able immediately. ALSO 2-bdrm plus hydro. Avail. Nov. 1st. Both include appliances, on-site laundry facilities and parking. Call 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA, CENTRAL,bachelor apt., fully furnished, private bath, private entrance, parking available, on bus route, no pets, first & last, $500.mo. (905)723-5968 OSHAWA,downtown area. One bedroom, $675/mo inclusive. two bedrooms, $700 + hydro. Available immediately. One bed- room $675, available December 1st. First/last. Call (905)725-8710 OSHAWA,Gibbons/Bond. 1-bed- room bsmt, semi furnished. All amenities included. $600/mo. Avail. immediately. (905)260-4256 OSHAWA,house for rent, $850/month Whitby, house for rent $950/month. Whitby basement apartment, $695/mo. Call 24 hr. a day 1-800-298-3011. OSHAWA,large 1 bedroom main floor in 4-plex. Quiet location, completely renovated, very clean, new appliances, 10' ceilings, 2-car parking, available immediately, $680, first/last. (905)434-1290 OSHAWA.Large 2-bedroom apartment, second floor of triplex, storage, laundry facilities. $800/month+hydro. Available De- cember 1st. No pets. (905)576- 4229 PICKERING - WHITES/401 3-Bdrm, Upper Levels, Sep Ent, Eat-in Kit, Laundry, Parking, No Smoking, Avail Immed, $1250+ Utilities. 2-Bdrm, Basement Apt, also avail, $850 inclusive. Danny (416)574-9522 PICKERING - 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apartment. Non smoker - no pets. Quiet neighbourhood close to 401/Go train. Available immediately. $650/month. Call (416)562-6049 PICKERING 2 bedroom base- ment. Large, bright, parking, pri- vate laundry, separate entrance. Walk-out/backyard. Large win- dows. References. No smoking. $1, 000. Available December 1/January 1. 416-671-5090. PICKERING ALTONA/SHEP- PARD basement apartment, 2 newly furnished large bedrooms, separate entrance, laundry, park- ing, no smoking/pets, close to all amenities. Call 905-686-0010 or 905-424-8923;905-250-0748. PICKERING Beautiful 1 bedroom basement, totally renovated, 4 pce. bathroom, custom kitchen, hardwood floors. Please call Pat- rick Williams, 416-859-7653. Cold- well Banker Case. PICKERING large 1 bedroom basement apt, plus extra room, large kitchen private entrance parking, laundry, $850 inclusive, non smoking, no pets. Call 905- 686-6259. PICKERING South, Eyer Drive, 3 bedroom, 2 underground parking spaces, near school, 401, OPG conservation area. Avail. Dec 15/Jan. 1, $1, 400. Call Sabina 905-839-2512. PICKERING Spacious 3-bedroom 1 1/2 baths, two car parking, laun- dry/dishwasher utilities included, next to GO access to yard, no pets/smoking, Available Dec. 1st. $1375 (905)420-4269 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, walk to GO & Town Cen- tre. $950/mo inclusive. Avail. im- mediately. Call Mike days 905- 427-4077 ext. 24, evenings & wknds 905-442-0020. PICKERING, bright, 1 bedroom apt, second floor of house $850 per month, cable & parking includ- ed, no smoking/pets. avail Dec. 1, (905)839-4727 PICKERING, BROCK & HWY #2, 2-bdrm bsmt apt. Separate en- trance, professionally finished. No smoking/pets. Avail. Nov. 1st. $850/mo inclusive. Call (905)619- 9356 PICKERING, BROCK RD/Major Oaks, 2-bedroom basement apt., with bright & spacious living room, located in quiet neighbourhood. $850. monthly, available immedi- ately. Call (416)740-1819. PICKERING,Dixie/Finch, spa- cious, legal, 1 bedroom basement, sep entrance, laundry, 1 parking, close to amenities. No smok- ing/pets, First/last, references, avail. immediately. 647-880-3741 PICKERING, NEAR GO,1-bed- room basement, bright walk-in separate entrance. Laundry, park- ing, no smoking/pets. References, $700/month all inclusive. Available immediately. First/last req'd. Call 647-388-7437 leave msg. PICKERING:Altona/Hwy 2(King- ston) bright walkout basement 2- bedroom, separate entrance, large livingroom, A/C, appliances, no pets/smoking, parking. $895 all in- clusive. Available Dec 1st. (905)509-1938 PORT PERRY,Quiet, well kept large deluxe approx 12,00sq.ft. 3 bedroom apartments in low-rise, walk to Lake Scugog. Parking and laundry. No pets. Available November 1st or December 1st. 905-985-3406, 905-430-7816 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value $895 905-668-7758 SOUTH AJAX,1-bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance. Laundry and dishwasher included. Ceramic throughout, parking, non-smoker, no pets. $750 Call 905-686-3396. STEVENSON/GIBB,1 bedroom basement apt, laundry, stove, fridge, all utilities. $700/mo. Dec 1. (905)728-2817 after 4:30 p.m. STUNNING 2-BDRM APT,recent- ly renovated, hardwood floors throughout, lots of parking $875/mo inclusive. Oshawa. Avail. Dec. 1st. (905)436-7411 UXBRIDGE NEW! To wn- house/Apartment Rentals. Air Con- ditioned Units! 2 Bedrooms, 4 Ap- pliances, Patio/Garden, Parking, Storage. 905-852-4777 WHITBY - Lakeridge/Hwy. 2, new ground level one bedroom apt. Sep. entrance, outside patio, park- ing, full size appliances, laundry, no smoking/pets. $750/mo./incl. (905)426-4197 WHITBY,122 Brock Street North, 2 bdrm. apt. Full kitchen, wash- room, parking. Central air, fully renovated. $800/mo.+utilities. Available immediately. Call 416- 829-3483 or 647-898-5576. WHITBY, BRIGHT 1-BEDROOM in 6-plex, big windows, parking, laundry, no pets, $695+hydro. 2- bedroom apt with balcon, freshly painted, new carpet, parking, laun- dry, no pets, $895 +hydro. (905)430-7567 ager 6pm WHITBY-2 bedroom suites $840 to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)666-4589. WHITBY- Garrard/Dryden, 1-bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. entrance, living- room, kitchen, laundry, washroom, cable, 1-parking. No smoking/pets. $800/mo. includes utilities. First/last/references, Available Dec.1 (905)576-3182 after 4p.m. or 905-404-4680. WHITES' RD. & BAYLY.Newly renovated Lrg. 1 bdrm. bsmt apt, parking, sep. entrance, shared laundry, $800. monthly\incl. 1st & last, references. Call 905-420- 0242 WILSON/401 newer building, 3 ap- pliances, large 1-bdrm $650/mo+ hydro, avail. Nov. 15. Large 2- bdrm $785/mo+ hydro, avail. Dec. 1st. first/last, (905)259-8259 or (905)576-9055 (905)576-9779 WILSON/OLIVE,nice bachelor apt., suitable for working, quiet person. No smoking/pets. Avail. Nov. 15. $475./mo. 905-721-9789 or 905-922-4751. TOP FLOOR of house, 2 bedroom plus bathroom, avail immediately, shared kitchen, on City & GO bus route, next creek & bicycle path, in Oshawa, $700 all inclusive or in- dividual bedrooms $400 & $375. Al so furnished basement apt, with sep. entrance avail Jan 1, $600. no smoking/pets.(905)721-2476 1-BEDROOM LAKESIDE condo for rent. All appliances, ensuite laundry, fireplace, a/c, parking, + pool, sauna, jacuzzi, exercise facil- ities, tennis courts included in rent. $975+heat/hydro. Immediate occu- pancy. 905-686-6237. PICKERING - 401/Liverpool. 2- bdrm, 2-bthrm, den, appliances, ensuite laundry/storage, balcony, parking in clean well-maintained low-rise building, steps to shop- ping, rec ctr, library, transit. No smoking/pets, credit app req'd. $1300 inclusive. (905)728-0252. PICKERING MILLENNIUM, 1- bedroom, balcony, 5-appliances, C/A, parking. Pleasant gated amenities. No dogs. $1250/mo all inclusive, furnished $1450/mo all inclusive. (905)831-2210 TWO BEDROOM CONDO, walk- ing distance from Pickering town centre, library, train station. Util- ities included, 5 appliances, ac- cess to pool, sauna, gym. (905) 435-1142, (416) 509-8693. A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT. If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN -LET ME SHOW YOU! Min. income $35,000/yr. No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty, (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576-5200, email: kencollis@sympatico.ca 1010 DUNDAS ST.,Whitby, House #1 Available immediately. $900 includes hydro and water. Call Aileen 905-666-9321 3 BEDROOM HOUSE in Ajax. Excellent, prime location. Spa- cious, parking, laundry, fridge, stove. No pets. Available immedi- ately. Very reasonable. Please call Chris Parhar at: 416-321- 2228. 3 BEDROOM large lot, hardwood floors, sunroom, close to Oshawa Shopping Centre and bus. Quiet established area. $l,300 plus. Available Nov. 15. Telephone (905) 914-8312 3-BDRM,near Oshawa Centre Mall, hardwood floors, newer ap- pliances, finished bsmt, large pri- vate yard, quiet court location. Avail. Dec. 1st. $1150/mo+. Call (905)665-7017 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW,main floor, in east Oshawa. Newly ren- ovated, clean, spacious. Private backyard, quiet neighbourhood. $1000+ 2/3 utilities. No smok- ing/pets. Available Dec. 1st. (905)626-9095 4 BEDROOM, Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, 3 car parking, first/last. $1,100 plus utilities. Non-smoker preferred. Available immediately. (905)655-4960. 4-BEDROOM detached house, main/upper level, Westney/401, Ajax. Eat-in kitchen, 3 appliances, 1.5 garage, 2 car parking, $1600/month incl. utilities, avail- able Dec 1st. (905)984-4198, 416- 319-6482 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 bedroom town homes, fenced in backyard, private garage & driveway, carpeted, family room, appliance and ceramic floors. Also available 2 bedroom apart- ments(s). www.realstar.ca 416- 292-0118 AJAX -Bayly/Salem 3 bdrm bun- galow (main). Parking, hardwood, central air, fridge, stove, & fenced backyard. Shared laundry. $1100 + utilities. No smoking. 905-787- 8665 or 416-721-4425 AJAX SOUTH 3 bedroom, main floor bungalow, parking, laundry, heat, hydro and water, no smok- ing, no pets, 2 people, $1050 in- clusive, Dec 1/Jan 1. 416-606- 7027. AJAX, 1950SQ.FT.3-bedroom, 3 baths, huge familyroom with fire- place, main floor laundry, private sundeck, central air, double drive, no smokers or pets. $1375/month- ly plus. Call June (416)948-0533. AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY 2,avail- able Nov.15, bright, attractive 3- bdrms, newer appliances, 3 baths, fireplace, c/a, 2 upper levels with shared laundry, front porch, back deck o/l park. $1250 plus. No pets, non-smoking. Loretta / Dennis (905)831-9500 or 416-587-0060 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. AVAIL. Dec 1st,3-bdrm main floor bungalow. Quiet Oshawa court. Fenced yard, walk-out to deck. Close to public school/amenities. New ceramic/hardwood floors, ca- thedral ceiling. 5 appliances. No smoking/pets. First/last, referenc- es. $1100/mo+ utilities. 905-391- 8264, 905-432-1093 DUPLEX, COUNTRY living, 5 min. East of Oshawa, 3-bedroom, $1000/month (includes heat) plus utilities, no smoking/no pets, Avail- able immediately. Phone (905)263-2352 EXECUTIVE HOME in Courtice, custom 4000-sq ft of elegance on two acres, mature trees and a stream. $1595/mo+ utilities. Apt 1000-sq ft, $1000/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. Call (905)436- 3363 HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY- large clean 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, large yard, laundry facilities, min. from Oshawa. $995+utilities. First/last. 905-571-0770. IMPECCABLE North Oshawa ex- ecutive home, with heated in- ground pool, weekly landscaping, pool opening and closing included. Available November 1st. $1,950 plus utilities. Call 905-259-2020 MAIN FLOOR $950+ 60% utilities, 3-bedroom, all appliances, share laundry. Basement $600+ 40% utilities, 1-bedroom, all appliances, separate entrance, Oxford St./Phil- lip Murray area. (905)623-2500 NEWER 4 BDRM House for rent in North Whitby. $1800+ util- ities/month. 2500sq.ft. Stunning executive. Furnished or unfur- nished. Backing onto Greenbelt, quite neighbourhood, hardwood flooring throughout. For informa- tion call Anna Simpson 905-430- 9000 Pager NORTH OSHAWA,3 bedroom, detached, backing on to Green- space. A/C, appliances 3 baths, large kitchen, huge family room with gas fireplace, main floor laun- dry, $1700 plus utilities Available December. Alan (905)728-3718 NW OSHAWA home, 3 generous bedrooms. Spacious deck. 1477sq.ft. Garage/laundry, $1400/month + utilities. Available Dec 1st. Call Mary Anne Murphy at Royal LePage Frank (905)666- 1333 OSHAWA 4-bedroom detached & 3-bedroom semi. 1-1/2 baths, hardwood/ceramic, fenced back- yard. No pets. Very clean, close to school. $1000/$950 plus util- ities. First/Last. Available immedi- ately. (905)579-9187 after 5pm. OSHAWA,3-bedrooms, upper level of house, close to OC, bus, heat, hydro, water, cable included. Available now, no smoking/ pets. (905)441-0724.905-725-9165 OSHAWA,1+1 bdrms, 2 complete washrooms, parking & hydro in- cluded. Close to amenities. Avail. immediately. $900/month. Call (905)665-3222 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 09, 2005, PAGE 11 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and townhouses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required – Drop in TODAY! www.realstar.ca OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street E (Simcoe St. S & Colborne St. E) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 2 Testa Road (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Brock & Dundas St. E) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Brock & Dundas St. E) Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street East (Dundas St. E & Thickson) Working as partners with parents and Providers, Wee Watch caters to the growth and development of children in a safe, home environment. • Stimulating Daily Programs • Unscheduled Home Visits • Income Tax Receipts • Full and part time care Please Call: 905-686-2328 Prestige Studios Moving Sale We're moving to our new location in Whitby All Stock and Equipment must go! Frames, Darkroom Equipment, Film Cameras and Backdrops. All Wedding Negatives from 1988-2000 Available for $50/each (905)434-7336 - 74 Park Rd. S., Oshawa KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) Come to the "BIG ORANGE BARN For BIG BARN SAVINGS" ESTATE ITEMS & NEW FURNITURE Thursday November 10th Preview 5 p.m. - Starts 6:30 p.m. Estate items to include: Home Decor, Art, Collectables, Huge Assortment of New Items - Antiques - New Furniture - Bedroom, diningroom, livingroom, tables, washstand,TV, bookcase, cedar chest, commodes, persian rugs, too Many Treasures to list. Great Products At Great Prices Save $$$ Auctioneer Victor Brewda Member of O.A.A. Call 905-683-0041 or 1-800-567-6165 Fax 905-607-1131 Come and see why... "We Are Durham's Best Kept Secret!!" PUBLIC WELCOME Save up to 75% off of retail prices!!!! STAPLETON AUCTIONS are excited to bring our HARDWOOD FLOORING AUCTION to this area again.. These auctions have been an overwhelming success throughout Ontario, and YOU have the op- portunity to join in the savings and excitement! Top brand name floor- ing, engineered real hardwood flooring, great over subfloor and con- crete. NO MINIMUM PRICES Thursday, November 24th - 6 p.m. Preview after 2 p.m. Terms: Cash, Approved Cheques, Visa, M/C, Interac. 15% Buyers Premium. AUCTIONEERS Frank and Steve Stapleton, Newtonville (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 AUCTION SALE Kesco Lighting Studio is selling off all remaining new retail lighting inventory & power tools( over $100,000 worth) Saturday November 19th 2005 9:30 am “Preview 8:00 am” On Site: 770 Erskine Ave. Peterborough Ontario 1 Block South of Lansdowne St. (Eastside) Crystal Chandeliers for Dining Room, Hallways, Entries, Several Styles of Outdoor Fixtures for Post and Wall Mount, Halo Trac and Fixtures, Many Semi-Flush Fixtures for Bedrooms, Hallways, Pin up Wall Lamps in Assorted Colours, Lamp Shades in Various Sizes & Colours, Ceiling Fans in 42" + 52" Includes Antique Brass, Satin Nickle, Black, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Many Sizes and Scenes of Dec- orator Prints, Desk Lamps for Home or Office, Chain Hung Fixtures Suitable for Diningroom, Entrance, Hall, Single Pendants in Many Shapes +Colours, Assorted Mirrors, Ta ble + Flour Lamps in Many Styles and Colours, White Tr ac Lights - 3 Head Kits, Bookends, Clocks, and Picture Frames, Candle Holders Sets c/w Lamps to Compliment, Va rious Tiffany Style Lamps, Various Bath Bars, Wall - Fix- tures and Wall Sconce, Outdoor Candle Holders/ Wind Proof Candles, Several Light Bulbs with Various Wattages, Glass Vonve Candle Holders, Fixed Trac Fixtures, Various Door Chimes, 4', 6', 8' Wooden Ladders, Assortment of Milwaukee Power Tools: 3/8" Hammer Drill, 4 ½" Sander / Grinder, 3/8 Magnum Drill, Milwaukee, Drill Bits, Makita Drill Sets Etc. Plus Much More. Remarks: Plan to attend this in- credible selection of lighting!!! “All inventory must be sold” NOTE:KESCO Electric supply will continue to sell electrical & lighting products to the trade/ industry and commercial accounts. Some items subject to prior sale Web Site:kmonkauctions.com, Email:kmonk@cogeco.ca KEITH MONK AUCTIONS 705 742 1403 CELL 705 -875-1184 Shrubb's Family Catering AUCTION HARDWOOD FLOORING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13th - 10:00 a.m. Preview:Saturday, November 12th - noon to 4:00 p.m. & Sale Day from 8:00 a.m. MARKHAM FAIRGROUNDS 10801 McCowan Rd., Markham 1 mile north of Major MacKenzie Dr E ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS, CONTRACTORS & DESIGNERS Give your home or office a new look for a great price! Why pay retail? Save up to 75% off retail prices! 50,000 SQUARE FEET NEW HARDWOOD & Laminate Flooring Ve ry High End Pre-Finished Nail Down Flooring May include: Bamboo, Black Walnut, Character Cherry Maple, Chilean Cherry, Country Maple, Japanese Cherry, Jatoba, Mocha Maple, Rustic Oak, Scandinavian Maple, Sold by the Square Foot - Buy only as much as you need!!! PUBLIC WELCOME! Terms:15% Buyer's Premium, Cash, Visa, M/C, debit GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647 Cell 416-518-6401 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com 4500 000 000 000 M ENZIES F IN ANCIAL S ERVICES “AUTO LOAN S ” Call Alex Ned a n o v s k i at 905-409-7878 www.ezautol o a n . n e t HUGE STORE LIQUIDATION CLOSING OUT SALE Held at Lake-land Place 74 Queen St., Port Hope (Queen St, is off Walton St., main drag) Thurs. November 10 - Sat. November 12 10:00am - 5:00pm Sun. November 13 ~ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Terms: Cash or Cheque Everything Must Go! Awesome, Unique Christmas Gifts. Entire stock and fixtures will be sold for a fraction of the price. Antiques. Jewellery, ac- cessories, home decor, Boyd's Bears, gift items, Alpaca Yarns & Fleeces, Alpaca Rugs/Wall Hangings, Alpaca Stuffed Ani- mals. Men's, Women's and Kids Fashions. Alpaca Sweaters, Capes, Suits, and so much more.Info: 905-786-1152 MON. NOVEMBER 19TH - 10 a.m. at McLean Auction Center - 2194 Little Britain Rd. Lindsay, contents of Verna Pipher and the late Jack Pipher, Cannington, former Postmaster of Cannington plus Bob Benson, Lindsay, long time collector of sports memorabilia, down sizing collection. An- tique, quality furniture, collectables, match cover album, RCAF buttons and badges, qty glass, chi- na, large set of Bridal Rose dinnerware, excellent Stamp and Coin collection, large sports collect- ables les collection. Info 800-461-6499. MCLEAN AUCTIONS or view at www.mcleanauctions.com Auction Sale Sat Nov 12 @ 4 pm Open @ 3 pm Pe- thick & Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon ON Bedrm Furn., Vanity Dresser, Coll. plates (Gone with the Wind, An- nie) Dolls, Old Games, Pictures, Movies, Tools. Also Coins & Currency, Can. small cents, Can.1900 large cent, Can. Silver .50, Can. Silver dollars, World coins, Tokens. UK mint set 1970 and others.Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auction Centre Newtonville Friday, November 11th, 5 p.m. Selling the contents of a Markham home, 4 pc. Krug bedroom suite w/double teak wardrobe - complete, bosart teak chest and mirror, pine storage unit, 5 pc. dinette w/console table and 3 leaves, mission oak corner cabinet, mission oak server, single bed, ornate china curio, chesterfield, gib- bard coffee table, gout stools, occasional chairs, sofa table, sewing machines, lamps, pirnts, china glassware, Wedgewood "Summer Garland" Webb crystal stem- ware, numerous antiques and collectibles, telescope meade 290 (50 mm) Johnson 5 1/2 hp and tank, Craftsman 3hp gas snowblower (21") etc. etc. Check the web- site for complete listing. Preview after 2:00 p.m. Friday Terms Cash, Appr. cheques, visa, m/c, interac. AUCTIONEERS FRANK & STEVE STAPLETON, NEWTONVILLE 905-786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com "estate specialists since 1971' Auction Sale Saturday, November 12 10:30 AM Farm equipment, carpentry tools and GMC truck, the ESTATE OF THE LATE ELMER KOSS, 655 Fingerboard Rd., R.R. 1, Manilla. 12 miles north of Port Perry on Simcoe St. to Salem Rd., east 2 miles. Watch for signs. Massey 265 tractor (like new), spring tooth cultivator, baler, 16" 3 furrow plough, Massey p/h auger, 7' 3p/h snow blower, 2 wagons, cement mixer, 2 rolls 9 strand fence, double ski-doo trailer, 15' boat, motor and trailer, Rockwell planer, table saw, belt sander, lathe, H/D drill press, scroll saw, 14" band saw shaper, large number of wood clamps (assorted siz- es), qty. of assorted lumber incl. white oak and ma- ple, rototiller, small trailer, wine barrels, 1992 GMC 1/2 ton, 172,000 km. (as is), piles of dry firewood, rails, scrap metal plus many other useful items. NOTE FOR THE HANDYMAN:Mr. Koss kept a well stocked woodworking shop with tools and small parts for cabinet making. Sale can be under cover if needed. TERMS: Cash or cheque with I.D. Lunch available. Owner and auctioneer will not be responsible for accident or injury connected to this sale. Sale managed and sold by auctioneers Phil and Don Cochrane for information call 705-786-7103 or 905-985-2788 CHRISTMAS ART AUCTION 125 PIECES PLUS FEATURING: Robert Bateman, Laura berry, A.J. Casson, James Lumbers, Trish Romance Catherine Simpson, Doug Laird And many more artists ALL PRINTS ARE GALLERY FRAMED USING ACID FREE MATTES. DON'T MISS THIS SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY !! DATE:SUNDAY NOVEMBER 13 PREVIEW OPENS AT: 12:15 P.M. AUCTION STARTS AT: 12:45 PM WHITBY LEGION HALL 117 BYRON ST. S. MAIN INTERSECTION- HWY 2 & BROCK ST. (HWY 12) For More Info Call: Images 21 Inc. 905-839-1756 AUCTION SALE Sunday Nov. 13th, 10:00 a.m. (Viewing 9:00) MacGregor Auctions located in ORONO.Take 115 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features articles from past to present, remainder of Hinds Estate of Oshawa, furniture, antiques, modern col- lectables, household contents, Ltd. Edition & decorative art, misc. tools & hardware, books. Something for one & all!! Te r ms Cash, Cheque, Visa/MC & Interac. (see: www.theauctionadvertiser.com) MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, November 11 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 The Property of Jean Hirst of Lindsay plus others, grandfa- ther clock, maple table and 4 chairs, maple Villas bedroom set, Victorian settee, oak server, large modern hutch, 36" RCA TV, Sony surround sound system, qty. of VHA tapes, pine chesterfield set, oil lamps, modern dressers and chests of drawers, foozball table, kettler ping pong table, pine cof- fee table, oak desk, crocks, hair dressing chairs, York weight machine, pellet stove, Delta 6" jointer, Craftsman 10" Band- saw, Long #7 1/2 portable saw mill, Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items. Greg Corneil & Kevin Appleton Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 for more info. or pictures www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Markham home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Chesterfield suite, bedroom suite, dining room suite, chests, prints, lamps, military items including Officer belt, German gun holster, German lighter, compass box, pill box, German lighter, snuff bottles, field burner, 11 signed pewter soldiers, dagger, plus many other interesting items.Ter ms:are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 Whitby Antique Show & Show November 12 10-5 November 13 10-4 St. Charles Garnier School 4101 Baldwin St. S. 30 Dealers (705)878-1355 Sale MON. NOVEMBER 12TH - 10 a.m. at McLean Auction Center - 2194 Little Britain Rd. Lindsay, property of Lila Wilkinson estate, plus contents of Mr. and Mrs. Omar Walmsley, Haliburton, an- tiques and modern furniture, collectables, musical instruments, Beal and Son E flat trumpet, Boosey and Hawkes B flat French horn, mouth organs, Yamaha metronome, disk orchestra collection for Clavinova, antique glass, china, hand and power tools. Terms - Cash, visa, mastercard, interac. Info 800-461-6499 MCLEAN AUCTION or view at www.mcleanauctions.com OSHAWA,3 bedroom, 2 baths, finished basement, appliances, 3-car parking, shed, deck. Near park/bus/401. Available Decem- ber 1st. First/last required. $1100 plus utilities. (905)728-9528 OSHAWA,north. 3 bedroom main floor, includes 5 appliances, utilities, $1250 per month, first & last, no pets, no smokers, close to all amenities. Lawrence (905)721-1862. OSHAWA, SIMCOE/ADELAIDE, updated 4 bedroom detached, air, garage, hardwood, 2 baths, appli- ances, avail. now, $1300 plus, Condolyn Management (905)428- 9766. OSHAWA- Adelaide/Centre St. N. Large 3-bed. main floor of house. Parking, own laundry, C/air, large backyard, appliances, non-smoker preferred. Avail. November 15th. $1100+utilities. 416-695-4667. OSHAWA-ADELAIDE/TOWN Line 3 bedroom main floor house, five appliances, yard, nice neighbour- hood, central air/vac, parking, available Dec. 1st $1425, ALL IN- CLUSIVE 905-434-6585 PICKERING Finch/Fairport Rd. Beautiful, newly renovated home for rent, 3 bedroom, very private, very clean, a must see to appre- ciate! $1500/month + utilities. 905- 837-8125, 905-999-5457 PICKERING, 3-BDRM detached 4 appliances, laundry, 3 washrooms, large eat-in kitchen, garage, park- ing, no smoking/pets. First/last, references. $1150/month plus util- ities. Available November. Call (905)683-9629 ROSEBANK SOUTH/Rougemount area, executive 3+1 bdrm, family room, fireplace, appliances, deck, garage, renovated, lovely garden, near lake and parks. First/last and utilities. (416)848-0062 SOUTH AJAX,large 4 bedroom, 2 storey home, double garage, 3 baths, walk-out to yard, applianc- es, $1550 + utilities. References required. December. 905-426- 6732, 905-426-8358 STOP RENTING, BUY NOW! We have several 3-5 bedroom homes with 2 baths and finished base- ments available with rent-to-own terms. Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering. Best Neighbourhoods. Start building your future today. Homes starting from $1295/month. We can help YOU! Tel: 1-888-416- 2406, 905-443-3111 www.perfecthabitat.com TAUNTON/BROCK ST.BRAND new 4-bedroom detached. 5 new appliances, attached garage, stor- age, 3-1/2 baths, jacuzzi tub, fin- ished basement w/separate en- trance, fenced yard, no smok- ing/pets, Whole house. $1,495+ Avail Jan. 1st. (416)688-7898 WESTNEY SOUTH,executive 1yr old. 4-bedroom 3200sq.ft. home. Large and spacious rooms, jacuzzi tub ensuite master bedroom, well equipped kitchen, single garage, nice neighbourhood, near all amenities. $1700+ utilities, avail- able Jan 1st. (416)871-2314 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM 2-storey home, 2 car garage, Ander- son/Manning area. Outstanding view, walkout basement. $1450 plus, no pets. Available December 1st. 905-655-4107, Cell 905-243- 4107 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 bedroom townhomes, fenced in backyard, private garage & drive- way,carpeted, familyroom, appli- ance and ceramic floors. Also available 2 bedroom apartment(s). www.realstar.ca 416-292-0118 AAA OSHAWA,near O/C & amenities 3-bedroom townhouse with attached garage and separate entrance. Finished basement. 4-pc & 2-pc bath. w/out from kitchen to private backyard. 4 appliances, $1395+util. water included. Avail Dec 1. WON'T LAST! Call Garry Bolen, Sutton Group Status Real- ty, Assoc. Broker. (905)436-0990. BRAND NEW TOWNHOUSE Pickering, all new stainless steel appliances, 3 bedroom. Close to 401, bus routes, schools, grocery stores etc. Available immediately. Call 905-839-5872 BRAND NEW,3 bedroom town- house for rent, Central Pickering, $1295. plus utilities, first/last. no pets, avail. immediately., call 905- 626-6119. FRENCHMAN'S BAY, 3 bdrm. ex- ecutive townhouse, 2 1/2 baths, gas fireplace, c/air, 5 appliances, 3 balconies with view of lake, w/o basement. $1675/month + utilities. 905-839-8901. GREAT MOVE, GREAT PRICE. Enjoy a clean and spacious two bedroom townhouse close to amenities, transportation and the GM plant/offices in South Oshawa. A clean and quiet unit that is perfect for a young family or you and a roommate. Only $1075/month. Immediate possession, F/L and references. To ll Free 1-866-588-8181. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. NORTH WHITBY executive town home, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, hard- wood/carpet, 5 appl. c/air, at- tached garage. Avail $1,375 plus utilities. November 2005. No pets/smokers. Home shows 10+++ Ginny Eastaugh (905) 686-2641 MinCom First Source Realty. OSHAWA NORTH, immaculate Condo/Townhome. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 4 appliances, garage. $1250 (Water included), plus util- ities . No Smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call 905-435-6536. PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house, renovated $1050 + utilities. First/last. Memory Lane Liver- pool/Finch. Available immediately. (416)724-0404 PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house. Liverpool/Bayly. Clean, quiet neighbourhood. Near GO and 401. $1100/mo + utilities. Avail. Dec 1. First/last. (905)839- 4714 PICKERING-3 bedroom renovat- ed townhouse, avail. November 15th. (Liverpool/Kingston), close to 2 schools, Mall. Library, bus routes, 401, & GO, $1,300+ util- ities. References required. (905)426-6728. WALK TO GM,newly renovated 3-bedroom townhouse, very clean condition. $1195/month all inclu- sive. 5 appliances, no smok- ing/pets. First/last required. Avail- able Dec 1st. (905)728-7329, leave message 1 LARGE ROOM in Oshawa house for rent. Fenelon Crescent. Ideal for female prof/student. Free Parking, laundry, share kitchen. Available immediately. $420/mth incl. First/last. Call Robin 905-571- 3674, 416-356-7543 BROOKLIN one large unfurnished room on 3rd floor of adult-occupied building. No dogs, no smoking. Available now. 905-424-9743. NEAR GM SOUTH, bedsitting room, fully furnished, shared bath and kitchen, private entrance, male preferred. All inclusive $500/month, available now. (905)576-2817 WHITES RD/STROUDS LANE - Furnished room for working person (preferred). Full kitchen, cable, separate bathroom, available im- mediately, $110/week. Call 905- 420-1846. FIVE bedroom farmhouse, Stouff- ville/Claremont area. 2 acres, pool, parking, laundry, storage, satellite t.v., children welcome. Available November lst. $400 inclusive. (905)640-6275. A PICKERING HOUSE.Shared accommodation: clean, quiet, laun- dry, h/s internet, phone, cable, parking, mature male preferred, no lease, guaranteed satisfaction, no smoking/pets, $450/inclusive. Dec. 1st 905-409-9495, messaging 905-420-0081 PICKERING - FOURTH PERSON needed for large 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, use of all facil- ities, $425/mo. Available immedi- ately. (905)426-6611 or cell (416)788-6611 WHITBY Shared accommodation in 4-bedroom home suitable for a working person, $125 weekly. Call (905)665-2728. FULL SIZE TRUCK CAMPER, Mountain Star, used once, fully loaded, sacrifice $13,000. (905)355-1393 LOST -Young, female Golden Retriever. Lost in Greenwood Conservation area on Sunday Nov. 6. Wearing black collar with blue rabies tags. If found please call 905-571-5744. LOST - ladies' glasses, titanium frames, brown case, at the Black Dog Pub, Scarboro. Please call 416 874-8443. Reward. SINCERE SINGLES,to meet someone special call 1-866-719- 9116. Specializing in long term re- lationships since 1992. 1/2 price specials. LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage applies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. HWY#2/HARWOOD AREA.Reli- able daycare in my home. Afford- able rates. Non-smoking. Full- time. 6 months and up. (905)428- 6241. 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 confi- dential. House parties available. (905)665-3222. $10 off with this ad !! SATELLITE TV,Free-To-Air: All channels OPEN - NO MONTHLY BILLS - FREE QUALITY SUP- PORT. U-Neek Electronics, 226 Bloor Street E. Oshawa. (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com: The 1st; the BEST! We have the cus- tomer feedback to prove it. (905) 435-0202 !!!2005. SATELLITE SERVICE for FTA receivers. www.durhamsat.com & signup to our new dedicated support site. Sales and service available 905-767-0013 email: durhamsat@gmail.com Visit our booth at the Courtice fleemarket. LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. 7' AIR POWERED hockey table, almost brand new, great Christmas gift! $350. (905)837-0076 A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. NEW GEN Ultra- Mini- N2. CoolTek- N2. Receiver Repairs and Modifications. Dish Network Service and Sales. (905)999-0362 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 HEINTZMAN PIANO,good condition, $800. Antique Dining Room set, includes Table, chairs, hutch and sideboard, $700. 905-623-9333. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES Refrigera- tors, $99/up. Washers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up, Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts.426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728- 4043. AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Sup- ply/install caps & pest screens. Nest removal. Minor repairs. Low- est rates. Insured * Certified * No Mess. Call (905)686-7741 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ALMOST NEW:queen bed suite & mattress; adult bicycle; recharge- able lawn mower; pictures; office desk & chair; must sell. 905-571- 7753 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, 7pc, off white, French Country, asking $1450. Large sectional, 3pc, Sage Green, $1450. All in excellent condition. (905)426-1920 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 TROUBLE?We offer you On-Site Networking & Com- puter Repairs/Upgrades, Virus Re- moval & Software Training. We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Re- pairs/Sales call S D L 905-428- 7559, cell 416-892-6965 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. DINNING room suite, table, 4 chairs, hutch, china cabinet. $200. (905)839-3687 EXCESS LUMBER SALE.brand new 5/8 T&G ply and 7/16 OSB. Please call 905-579-4454 ext 10. GUMBALL MACHINE, 25 cent, holds 850 gumballs, retro style, cost $350, selling $100+tax. (905)831-7902. HOT TUB (SPA) Covers & Swim- ming Pool Safety covers-Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1-866-585- 0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Cen- tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 866-97COVER HOT TUB SPA, 5 person, indoor split shell, cover, cedar skirt, and spa pump. $1500. or best offer. 905-432-7897 HOT TUB/SPA 5 person, never used, 24 jets, 5 horsepower pump, insulated redwood cabinet, full warranty, sacrifice, $2995, Picker- ing Markets isle A-B. 905-409- 5285 LIVING ROOM sofa, chair, tables, wall units, TV/stand, roller blades, snow thrower, Bianchi bike, skis and suitcase. Call Bob at 905-420- 2579. MAHOGANY Dining Room suite for sale, 6 chairs, extra leaf, plus Harden Sideboard Curator, $2200. (905)576-1034 MILITARIA/ GUN SHOW Sun., Nov. 13th 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. SCUGOG RECREATION CENTRE 1655 Reach St. Port Perry (905) 679-8812 MOVING,3pc DeBoers leather sofa set, $500. 3pc stone and glass tables, $150. Leather reclin- er, $100. Kitchen set with buffet, $150. Computer desk, $100. (905)697-1100 NEED A HOME PHONE recon- nected? Telecredit - Phone service provider. No credit, no deposit, no contracts, just hook ups. 1-888- 424-6658 OFFICE FURNITURE &supplies sale. Termination / business loca- tion closing. All office contents to be sold including; Herman Miller workstations (in excellent condi- tion), desks, chairs, fax machines, conference table, filing cabinets (2, 4 & 5 drawers), bookshelves, met- al storage shelving & various sup- plies; hanging files folders, trays, baskets etc. Please call 905-436- 1142 ext. 231. PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package in- cluded. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. PIANOS - BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIALS - Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos. Clearance sale on instock pianos, Yamaha, Kaw- ai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 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. STORE SHELVING,counters, cash register, wall hooks, safe, steel cupboard, various displayers, & grid panels. Call (905)448-0055. VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rent starts $200 per month for indooor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bow- manville. Call 905-436-1024 or vis- it us: www.courticefleamarket.com PEAK dining table, buffet/hutch. $2500 or b/o. French provincial bedroom unit, 8 pieces, including desk, hutch, mirror and corner unit. $300 or b/o. 905-839-7106. WANTED - Sports cards, comics, toys, Hot Wheels, video games, DVD's and VHS movies, CD's, plus collectable's and unwanted items. No collection is too large. Call (905)623-4216, leave mes- sage. ASH, MAPLE, BEECH,Kozy Heat Firewood, excellent, best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut/split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753- 2246. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. SEASONED HARDWOOD cut split & delivered. Call 905-344- 8343 after 6 or leave message. BOXER/BORDER COLLIE pup- pies, cute & cuddly, lovingly home raised, 1 male, 1 female, 9 weeks old. Shots, dewormed, tails docked. $150 obo. Call 905-986- 5281 or 905-243-3804. GERMAN SHORT HAIRED, liver and ticked, registered, first shots, $650. 905-349-3558. HORSES FOR SALE - 2 mature mares, good for pleasure riding or companion horses, easy keeper and being pastured. Reasonable. No time to ride anymore. 905-986- 0848. PERSIAN KITTENS, 8 weeks old, 2 cream, 4 blue/grey, very fluffy, playfully and affectionate, not reg- istered. $300/each. Call Karen (905)426-4694. POODLES,cream or apricot. Also black toy male or female. First shots, dewormed, groomed, ready to go. Will deliver for small fee.(705)786-2833 Little Britain PUREBRED LAB PUPS, (black), first shots, dewormed. Parents on site. Ready for a good home, $500 each. Call (705)953-9473 even- ings SHIH TZU & SHI POO PUPPIES FOR SALE,vaccinated, de- wormed, vet checked, $450 each Call 905-260-8855. YOU COULD HAVE your dog un- der control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1989 CADILLAC SEDAN deVille, Cherry red, 130,000-km. in mint condition. It is being driven regu- larly. Will be classic car in 2 years 1 month. (905)723-7757 1990 CHEVY CAVALIER RS,2dr, V6, automatic, low kms (167k), excellent condition, air, tilt, p.trunk, face-off Pioneer CD, sport rims, new exhaust. $1,250. (905)404- 8541. 1994 HONDA PRELUDE SRV custom body/engine work. Fully loaded, excellent condition. Also 1995 FORD EXPLORER XLT, fully loaded. Matching spare rim, new tires. (416)550-4536 1994 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER 3.3 litre, a/c, no rust, good running condition. $2600. 416-720-6073 or 905-619-9530. 1998 OLSMOBILE INTRIGUE, Fully loaded. New brakes, alterna- tor & belt. Good condition. $3,800 as is. (905)668-7068 1999 CHEVY MALIBU,6cyl., 4dr., fully loaded, well maintained, ex- cellent car. Great gas mileage. New tires, No rust, 141,000kms. Asking $5900. Call (905)721-9831 2000 FORD FOCUS $5490; 1997 Probe GT $4990; 1997 Grand Prix $4490; 1996 GMC pickup, 6- cyl $4990; 1992 Explorer 4x4 $2990; 1990 F-150 ext. cab $3490. Others from $1699 certi- fied/e-tested (Kelly and Sons since 1976). 905-683-7301, 905-424- 9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2000 Grand Am SE, automatic, 4 door, V-6, a/c, pw, pl, ps, excellent maintenance and condition. $7200 Call 905-509-2444 2001 HONDA CIVIC SIG,red, auto transmission, power win- dows/locks, sunroof, air cond, factory tinted windows, heated mirrors, spoiler, winter tires. 104,000-km $11,700 certified. (905)697-7058 2002 MONTE CARLO LS.6cyl, Red. Lady driven, original owner, non-smoker. No accidents. Certi- fied & E-tested. New breaks & ro- tors. Mint condition. 139,000kms. $9500. (905)623-9036. 2002 SATURN SL1,one owner, lady, non smoker, auto, a/c, cd, pw, pl, keyless entry, certified, e- tested, 54,000kms, $8500. Call 905-579-2790. CLASSIC SPORTS CAR - 1978 PORSCHE 928.Beautiful, original condition. Great for summer cruise nights. V8, 5spd., new clutch, $7800. Serious inquiries only. Call Gary 905-430-0830 or cell 416- 464-5294. NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-405-7161 1-866-826-7681 CALL BRIDGET BANKRU PTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED CELL: $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleases call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508. $ $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 1 A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ABC-A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- 4609 or (416)286-6156. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). 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 FREE PICK-UP of scrap cars, farm equipment, trucks, aluminum, copper, all types of metals etc. A.M.K. Services 905-982-1332 or 905-424-1962. 1992 CHEV SILVERADO,1/2 ton, fully loaded. Well maintained. Cer- tified/e-tested, $6,800. Also BOX TRAILER, 7-ft long x 51" wide. Great for ATV or motorcycle $675. Call (905)725-6883 1993 CHEVY SILVERADO subur- ban 1500, dark blue, 4 wheel drive, power windows, power doors, tinted windows, 288,467 kil., Asking $6,200. Telephone (905) 720-1768 2000 FORD E350 1-Ton Cargo Van. Superduty. Extended. 6.8 Litre V10. Air. White. AM/FM Tape. Rear step bumper. Excellent condition, $12,900. Ph: 416-882- 6664 Asian Girls Best Service Best Price Best Quality Girls 19+, Singapore, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and more 24hrs, Out Calls only 905-260-1238 416-833-3123 PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd.#3 (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com RELAX & ENJOY An Aroma/Reflex Massage By Male Attendant Call 905-427-7989 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 09, 2005 www.durhamregion.com SELL IT NOW IN THE CLASSIFIEDS CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 for more classifieds see pg. 14... A/P PAGE 13 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 9, 2005 216 Mary Street East Whitby 905.668.3483 www.rousseaus.ca Fine Home Furnishings Displayed in Three Historic Buildings... Celebrating 75 Years in Style! SALE • Save 50% on selected floor samples • ‘Shop Canadian’ promotions • Hickory Chair, Lee and more! TRISHA ROMANCE 240 HARWOOD AVENUE, UNIT #4, AJAX 905.427.1663 “Generous Heart” Bring this ad in & enter our draw to win a free print by TrishA Romance. Invites you to ourSpectacular Art Show Friday November 11 2005 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Classic arrangements art gallery CUSTOM FRAMING & LIMITED PRINTS F eaturing In P erson New Release VAUGHN WILLARD SCHOOL GLENANNA PICKERING PARKWAY HWY.#2 TOWN HALL DIXIE LIVERPOOL END START Pickering 2 0 0 5 2005 www.cityofpickering.com/greatevents November 12 2005 10:00 am CC h r i s t m a sChristmas T h r o u g h a Through a C h i l d ’sChild’s E y e sEyes ANNANDALE 1st Ever Annandale Rocks Jitney Saturday November 12. Curl 4 ends from 5:30-6:30 Only $10.00 including admission to the show Then spend the evening listening to the sounds of Neil Diamond, Shania Twain, Patsy Klein, Rod Stewart, Vince Gill, Connie & Loretta (Show only - 7:00 pm) Please register with Annandale @ 905-683-3210 Lucky draw for 2006 Weekday Golf Membership Favourite HolidayFavourite Holiday Recipe DrawRecipe Draw Do you have an all time favourite holiday recipe that you’d like to share with your community? Send it in for your chance to WIN A $200 SHOPPING SPREE We’ll publish selected recipes in our 7th Annual Community Christmas edition, Sunday November 27, 2005 along with the winners. Drop off or mail your entry to: “Favourite Holiday Recipe Draw” c/o The News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax L1S 2H5 or email: lmccaig@durhamregion.com Remember to include your name, address and phone number Deadline: Wednesday, November 23 @ 5:00 pm Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Road 1-800-281-7172 For Info Call or Visit:www.pianos.ca New and Used Pianos & Digitals including: Niemeyer, Kawai, Samick, Yamaha, Young Chang. November 11, 12, 13 Fri. 12-9pm Sat. 10-6pm Sun. 10-5pm Financing Available. O.A.C. 10 Year Warranty Free first tuning Free bench Free delivery Canada’s Largest Piano Retailer HUGE PIANO SALE ‘Home of the Famous Niemeyer Pianos’ PIANOHOUSE BURLINGTON INC. Look for the fl yer in this Friday’s paper Unbeatable Bargains from Close-Outs, Package Changes and More! www.xscargo.com we’ll give you a r eason to smile... ...at the Deegan Denture Clinics Full & Partial Dentures Same Day Relines & Repair Soft Liners Implant Dentures BPS® Dentures Complimentary Consultations Michael C. Deegan D.D. 134 Harwood Ave. S. 905-683-6074 We’re looking for good people. If you know of someone who’s gone above and beyond to help someone in need, let us know. E-mail news editor Mike Ruta at mruta @dur- hamregion. com. NEWS ADVERTISER CORRECTION NOTICE We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers. BenQ 16x16 Double Layer DVD Rewriter. DW1640-0C4: 10064204. This product is advertised for $79.99 after a $50 savings on p. 21 of our November 4th flyer. In fact, it is $79.99 after a $40 savings. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT infodurhamregion.com Dan’s the man at juried art show Ajax art exhibition runs until Dec. 4 By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Daniel’s Dan shone at the PineRidge Arts Council and Town of Ajax’s 7th Annual Juried Art Exhibi- tion. Daniel Colby’s portrait was among 203 pieces of art entered in the event, 62 of which were selected for display in the coming weeks at the McLean Community Centre in Ajax. The Ux- bridge artist generally works in oils and his painting, Portrait of Dan II, earned Juror Maura Broadhurst’s nod for the Best in Show prize. He was introduced along with his winning work at a gala opening Nov. 4 that was attended by a crowd of more than 100. “He’s not a close friend, but he is someone who lives in the Uxbridge area,” Colby says of his subject. “I was just looking for people around here at an event in town, a film screening event with mutual friends, and I just approached people who had interest- ing faces.” Colby, 26, says the portrait is one in a series of people in their late teens and early 20s. It’s one of a few he’s working on simultaneously. Another is figurative painting in a setting, like a young man in a dorm room, to show the relationship between subject and environment. “My interest is partly in reflecting people around my age, that’s one as- pect,” Colby says. “And I guess people at an age where you’re still developing a little. I’m interested in the temporari- ness of faces.” He also paints landscapes. Born in Uxbridge, Colby went to high school there before leaving for college in Nova Scotia. He won the Pickering Rotary Club Award in last year’s show, the first time he entered. Cathy Schnippering, past-president of the PineRidge Arts Council, says the arts community responded in a big way to this year’s exhibition. “We were absolutely thrilled with the response to this show, which shows there are a lot of artists who need a place to hang their work,” she says. The extensive exhibit, spanning all mediums of work, is on display until Dec. 4 during regular McLean Community Centre hours. Along with Colby’s top prize, the arts council also handed out a number of other awards of excellence and top honours. Earning the Ontario Power Generation Award was Gail George of Pickering, while Ux- bridge’s Mark Ruchlewicz took home the Mayor’s Award. Sponsor Awards of Excellence went to Pickering’s David Chamberlain, Ajax artists Cyrus David and Karen Welbourn, and Honourable Mentions were given to Pickering’s Shelley Beach and Edward Jackman, and Jennifer Ross of Port Perry. In her exhibit remarks, Broadhurst made special mention of the youth en- tries, noting they were very strong and selecting the top pieces led to some of her most difficult decisions. “The technical quality of all the work, but especially the large pencil drawings was very impressive and in many cases these young artists had managed to achieve a sophistication in their work far beyond their ages,” wrote Broadhurst, curator at the Lat- cham Gallery. The Optimist Club of Ajax Best in Yo uth Award was earned by Andrea Por, a Pickering resident, Pickering’s Holly Young earned the Mayor’s Award, Karen Ash and Willow David of Ajax and Vanessa Noller of Pickering all earned Awards of Excellence, and Honourable Mentions went to Erin Harrison, Sarah Russell, and Sarah Ward of Pickering and Ajax’s Miles Tsang. The McLean centre is at 95 Magill Dr., at Westney Road in Ajax. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Durham artist Daniel Colby and his winning entry at the Juried Art Exhibit. 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In loving memory of a dear husband, father, son and brother who passed away one year ago JOHN MOXLEY Jan. 17th, 1955 Nov.9th, 2004 I trust that life is bigger Than what we can see I trust that there is a divine order Beyond our control and I trust that no matter what happens, We will be all right. Just a thought of sweet remembrance Just a memory sad and true Just the love and sweet devotion Of all who think of you We miss you now and always. Love wife Beverley, Son Bradford, Daughter Nancy-Marie, family and friends. ST. MARTIN’S HOLLY BAZAAR Saturday November 12, 9am-1pm Come join us. There will be a Craft Table, “Cafe by the Bay”, Bake Table, Deli, Attic Treasures, Boutiques and more. St. Martin’s Anglican Church, Pickering Located at 1201 St. Martin’s Drive, one block west of Liverpool, off Bayly. Information 905-839-4257 NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold by Bates Family Auctions, on November 17, 2005 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 6:00 p.m. to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: JESSE THORNTON TRACY GOULD SHARON ARSENAULT FIRST TIME RIGHT RENOVATIONS STACEY CARROLL LUC BOIS E. MATTHEWS PRINTING JESSICA CROCKER Dated in the City of AJAX,in the Province of Ontario, 28 October, 2005.SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8. Need a Handyman? •Fire/Water Damage •Drywall Taping/Painting •Flooring •Full Basement Renos. (Framed, Drywall, Taping, Insulating $5800 based on 1400sq.ft. house incl. material) No up front fees! (905)728-8973 JCB Contracting Inc. 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