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Complex New Year * New You 905.683.6582 cityofpickering.com/recreation FINDING INSPIRATION Man works to launch new Liver Foundation chapter Page 3 POVERTY Election hopefuls discuss solutions Page 14, 15 1! WITHTHECANDIDATES By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Hundreds of dollars lay scattered in and around a Picker- ing bank in the wake of a robbery last year, a Superior Court jury has heard. Durham Regional Police Consta- ble Tom Chambers, the first cop to arrive on scene at the CIBC branch at Kingston and Rougemount roads May 10, 2005, testified he counted more than $900 in Canadian funds and a similar amount of U.S. cur- rency as he assisted in the investiga- tion of the holdup. Conservative leader intends to paint entire region ‘Tory blue’ By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — Conservative leader Stephen Harper pledged to “clean up Ottawa” and look after the concerns of “ordinary citizens” during a campaign stop in Oshawa on Wednesday. Mr. Harper was joined by a Conservative cast that included Oshawa MP Colin Carrie, and federal hopefuls Tim Dobson (Pickering-Scarborough East), Jim Flaherty (Whitby-Oshawa) and Rondo Thomas (Ajax-Picker- ing). The party leader painted an optimistic picture of how the Jan. 23 election would unfold locally. “We had a great breakthrough here in 2004 when Colin got elected, and this time we’re going to paint Durham Region and all of the eastern GTA a bright To ry blue,” Mr. Harper said to a cramped room of supporters at the Oshawa Holiday Inn. Reinforcing his Stand Up for Canada plan, Mr. Harper said his first task will be to bring back ac- countability to Parliament, and restore the faith and trust of citi- zens in their national government. The election, he said, will mark the end of a Liberal government “o f scandals, failed expectations and broken promises,” and start a new, hopeful era for Canada. The party’s first piece of legisla- tion, the Federal Accountability Act, will end the influence of big money in federal political parties, toughen rules governing lobby- A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo Federal Conservative leader Stephen Harper makes a point during a visit to Durham Wednesday where he welcomed candidates from ridings across the re- gion. From right are Pickering-Scarborough East hopeful Tim Dobson, Ajax-Pickering contender Rondo Thomas, former Whitby-Ajax MPP Jim Flaherty, running federally in Whitby-Oshawa, and Oshawa candidate Colin Carrie. Next to Mr. Carrie is provincial Progressive Conservative leader, John Tory. 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The Ajax Rotary Club’s treasurer, Mr. Hansen had good reason to encourage the Canadian Liver Founda- tion (CLF) to start a Durham Chapter: 19 years ago, he lost his baby grandson to liver disease. “He was only nine months old when he died,” said Mr. Hansen of his grandson Craig, who was taken to Pitts- burgh for a liver transplant but didn’t recover. “It was very surprising for us,” he said. “(Craig’s par- ents) had no idea what was going on until the hospital told them it was liver dis- ease.” He said there wasn’t as much known about liver dis- ease then and if his grand- son had been born today, he thinks he would have sur- vived. So when Mr. Hansen found out that the CLF was opening a Durham Chapter, he pro- posed that the Ajax Rotary Club donate $10,000 to help it get started. The contribution was part of the local group’s celebration of Rotary Inter- national’s 100th anniversary in 2005. The CLF plans to open its Durham Chapter this month to help educate people on the more than 100 forms of liver disease, how to recog- nize symptoms and how to respond to them. Janine Christie, the CLF’s communications officer, said children are the last group people think of when they think liver disease. She said it affects all ages and races, but many associate it as a disease caused by drinking and drug use. Currently, liver disease is the fourth-leading cause of death by disease in Canada, said Ms. Christie. Up until last year, liver disease af- fected one in 12 people, but now one in 10 people have it, mostly because of the in- crease in obesity causing fatty liver disease, she said. “I honestly don’t think peo- ple know enough about what liver disease can cause,” said Mr. Hansen. The foundation’s goal is to teach people to recognize symptoms of the disease, re- spond by getting care and re- solve it through health care. 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Craig is the inspira- tion behind Mr. Hansen’s push for a Durham Cana- dian Liver Foundation chapter. Raising awareness of dangers of liver disease ing, provide real protection for whistleblowers and end the use of taxpayer dollars for partisan polls and advertising, Mr. Harper said. “(It) is the most sweeping set of reforms that Ottawa has ever seen. It will help restore the image of federalism in the Province of Quebec, and mark my words: I will do whatever is necessary to eliminate the kinds of corruption and scandals that we have had to endure with this government,” he said referring to the federal sponsorship scandal, which saw an estimated $100 million go to Liberal-friendly ad agencies in exchange for unaccounted work. In addition to getting tougher on crime and improving national defence, Mr. Harper reiterated his party’s vow to fight inheritance and income trust taxes, and cut the GST from seven to five per cent, as opposed to a middle class tax cut promised by the Liberals. “The GST tax cut that we pro- pose is a tax cut for the middle class... it is a tax cut for the poor,” he said. “The tax cuts that we pro- pose are tax cuts for every single citizen.” Conservative support for Ca- nadian auto workers will also increase, including the $2.5-bil- lion Beacon Project investment at General Motors, Mr. Harper said. “A nd let me also tell you,” he added, “cutting the GST isn’t going to hurt selling a few more Canadian-made cars in this coun- try.” A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com W AREHOUSE SALE Candle JANUARY 8 TO JANUARY 29, 2006 UNBEATABLE FACTORY CLEARANCE PRICES! New Stock Arriving Daily! 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Chambers was testifying at the trial of Brian Napper of Oshawa, who faces a number of charges includ- ing robbery, use of an imitation firearm and auto theft in connection with the robbery. A jury of eight men and four women began hearing testimony in the trial at the Whitby courthouse Thursday morning. Police photographs tendered by the Crown included images depicting money and ink from an exploding dye pack found on the floor of the bank and the street outside. The jury also saw pictures of a stolen van, its driver’s side window smashed and the ignition punched out, that police found a short distance away from the bank. Jurors also heard from Carla Caldwell, a teller who was robbed when two men burst through the doors of the bank screaming for employees and customers to freeze. One of the balaclava-wearing men jumped onto the counter in front of Ms. Caldwell, demanding cash, the jury heard. When the teller handed a dye pack -- an exploding pack of dye packed between $20 bills -- he became threaten- ing, she said. “He was all jittery,” Ms. Caldwell testi- fied. “He said, ‘If you f--- with me, bitch, I’ll f---ing shoot you.’” Money scattered on the counter and floor as the teller handed it over to the bandit, court heard. He demanded a bag, then fled when all the bank employ- ees could offer was an empty box. The trial continues. ✦ Teller from page 1 Te ller recalls dealing with ‘jittery’ robber P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR A year of battles looms in Pickering The calendar has turned and 2006 is spread out before the residents of Pickering. Much of what will happen this year is in the misty unknown, but there will be plenty to expect this year. If anything, 2006 in Pickering will much resemble 2005 in that there will be plenty of positions staked and plenty of battles waged. The much-debated airport plan for north Pickering will continue to unfold, as the federal government and residents debate the future of a number of historically significant homes. In particular, this must be the year that Tullis Cottage is officially designated a heritage property. Homestead to the Reverend George Barclay, a leader during the Rebellion of 1837, its importance to Pickering’s past looms as large as any other property. Speaking of timely saves, after the recent crisis involving the near-ending of obstetric and pediatric services at Rouge Valley Ajax Pickering, it’s time for the Province to step in and end the uncertainty in the community. The case for the hospital expansion has been made; there’s no doubt that this growing community requires a full-service hospital. Picker- ing residents have raised millions of dollars for the project and now the Province must ante up its share so shovels can get in the ground. Residents have shown that an expanded and improved hospital is a huge priority, as evidenced by the hundreds who turned out for a Friends of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital rally before the hospital decided to stay in the baby busi- ness. Increased crime concerns will also play a big role in how Pickering evolves as a community moving forward. Already the City has moved to form a concerned citizens’ group and candidates in the November municipal election better be ready with answers when residents begin asking for solu- tions in exchange for votes. Federal and municipal choices for office won’t be the only voting done by Pickering in 2006. In a referendum question on the municipal ballot, Pickering voters will be asked if the Durham chairman’s position should be elected at large by the public, and not by regional councillors. The issue has caused much debate the past few years and needs resolution in 2006. All in all, 2006 promises to be a year of activity in Picker- ing. Liberals ‘cannot be trusted ’ To the editor: I’ve noticed that Liberal Mark Holland has new election signs this time. Gone are the signs with statements like ‘Education not Tanks’. Perhaps he realized that education, with the excep- tion of universities and colleges, is a provincial matter. Plus the fact that his own government spent considerably more money on the military than post-secondary education in the last budget. It is no wonder these signs have not been used this elec- tion. This is yet another example of how the Liberals will say one thing to get elected and do the opposite when in power. Simply put, they have clearly demonstrated that they cannot be trusted, even at the local level. Fool me once shame on you, Mr. Holland. Fool me twice? I don’t think so. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submis- sions have been chosen for publica- tion. C overing the happenings in Pick- ering is an exciting job and that doesn’t look like it’s going to change in 2006. In 2005, the saga surrounding the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve fi- nally came to an end - if you believe the provincial government passing an act putting yet another piece of legislation on the property in central-west Picker- ing means the end of the fight over its development. The year began with a lawsuit by pre- serve landowners, which the City settled by “converting” some of the agricultural easements and getting a multi-million dollar settlement. There were stern letters from the Province to the City and an attempted lawsuit by two residents’ groups, and finally the DRAP Act was introduced and passed. Story shut - well that is until landowner Silvio DeGasperis goes to court. The airport issue really took off at the end of 2004 with the introduction of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority’s plan. This was followed by evictions, de- molitions, the creation of Land Over Landings, meetings, visits to the rental tribunal, a lot of hard work by Ajax- Pickering MP Mark Holland, a decision by the feds to review the GTAA’s plan, an uprising and the saving of the historic Tullis Cottage. These two stories alone were enough to make Pickering a hotbed of activity, but there was also the announcement that local women wouldn’t be able to deliver their babies in west Durham, which was reversed, the beginning of a federal election, the City and Province finally working together on Seaton, and the plan to build a pedestrian bridge over Hwy. 401 continued to progress. In the coming year, plans for Seaton could be finalized, moving forward on an area that has been in limbo for more than 30 years; the environmental as- sessment on the bridge will continue, paving the way for a prestigious office tower to be built in the south parking lot of the Pickering Town Centre; there will, inevitably, be another crisis or two at the Ajax and Pickering hospital; the review on the airport will get moving; taxes will go up, I’m guessing, at least five per cent as the City deals with an- other tough budget; and the arts will continue to gain momentum through the work of those at the Durham West Arts Centre. And, to top it all off, the year will end with a municipal election Nov. 13 and a new council being sworn in. Well, it remains to be seen if there will actually be any “new” members. Time for a nap; it’s going to be a busy year. Danielle Milley’s column ap- pears every third Friday. E-mail dmilley@durhamregion.com. News never sleeps in Pickering Danielle Milley staff writer EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com Ajax, Pickering residents can call their doctor DURHAM — There’s still time to get protected from the flu before its peak season strikes. Those who missed out on the Durham Region health department’s free flu shot clinics can still get immu- nized through their doctor’s office or medical clinics, said Jennifer Banas, the Region’s community development co- ordinator. So far, there have been no reported cases of influenza in Durham Region, but its peak season is January to March. “It will come and there will be outbreaks so (the flu shot) is still encouraged,” said Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region’s associate medical officer of health. This year, 11,604 Durham residents received vaccina- tions through the health de- partment’s community clin- ics, compared to 13,900 last year, said Ms. Banas. Dr. Reynolds said only five to 10 per cent of flu shots are distributed through the clin- ics. A survey given to adults between January and April is used to determine how many Durham residents receive the shot. “Last year and the year be- fore it was about 43 per cent of adults (who received their flu shot),” said Dr. Reynolds. She said the provincial tar- get is to have 60 per cent of healthy adults between ages 18 and 64 vaccinated. Sheela Basrur, Ontario’s chief medical officer of health, said elderly people and those with weak immune systems can become seriously ill from the flu. “And the best way to pro- tect everyone is to get immu- nized,” said Dr. Basrur. The flu shot is also recom- mended for children aged six to 23 months as they are at high risk of hospitalization from flu complications. “Young children are major spreaders of the flu and can spread illness easily to other children and to family mem- bers,” said Dr. Basrur. The flu shot is available through doctors’ offices and public flu shot clinics offered by public health units, phar- macies, community health centres, hospitals, long-term care homes, community care access centres and employer- sponsored clinics. The government has re- cently produced information about the flu in American Sign Language for the deaf community. It is also avail- able at www.health.gov. on.ca. To find a flu clinic location, call 1-877-844-1944, TTY 1- 800-387-5559, or visit www. health.gov.on.ca. More infor- mation can also be found at www.healthyontario.com. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 7 A/P The first goal is having fun. In Timbits Hockey, having fun and making friends are all part of the drill. Tim Hortons Durham Region is proud to support over 1,400 young boys and girls that play Timbits Minor Hockey - where fun is always front and centre. www.taoist.org 905-668-6500 Open House at Whitby 11 4 Athol St., from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, January 8th, 2006. Beginner classes for this location start: • Tuesday, Jan. 10th, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Jan. 10th, 7 to 9 p.m. • Wednesday, Jan. 11th, 7 to 9 p.m. Open House at Pickering 910 Liverpool Rd. (just below Bayly St. W.) 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 10th, 2006. Beginner class: at the SAME TIME as the Open House 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 10th, 2006. 7).%-!+).'!4)43&).%34 +1/9Ê7 Ê 8* , - +).'34/.2/!$ Ê*ViÀ}]ÊÕÃÌÊ7iÃÌÊvÊ >Ì>Ê-«ÀÌÃ 7).% /ÕiÃ`>ÞÊÌÊÀ`>Þ\Ê££>ÊÊÇ«Ê ->ÌÕÀ`>Þ\Ê£ä>ÊÊ{«Ê h-ESSAGEINABOTTLEv!WARDED-EDALS qÊ7i>iÀÊ>}>âiÊ ÊÊÊÓääxÊV«iÌÌ Health department reminds there’s s till time for a flu shot SATURDAY, JAN. 7 BASEBALL SIGNUPS: Ajax Spartans all-ages baseball registration for the 2006 season runs from 9 a.m. to noon and Jan. 8 from noon to 4 p.m. The signup sessions are at the Home Run Academy, 695 Westney Rd. S. in Ajax. Visit www.ajaxbaseball.com. CONSERVATIVE LEVEE: Pickering-Scarbor- ough East candidate Tim Dobson is throwing open the doors of his campaign office for a levee that begins at 3 p.m. Special guest and keynote speaker is Diane Ablonczy, MP for Calgary-Nose Hill and the Conservative critic for citizenship and immigration. Key topics for discussion include recognition of international credentials, safe streets in our communities and child care. The levee also features the musical talents of steel-pannist Django and a performance by The Staria Dancers. The office is at 345 Kingston Rd., between Rougemount Drive and Altona Road. MONDAY, JAN. 9 RUG HOOKING: All are welcome as the Ajax Rug Hookers meet at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Seniors’ Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Call Grace Tanfara at 905-426-3491. SNOOKER/POOL: Seniors can enjoy a morn- ing of snooker/pool at the Ajax Seniors’ Friend- ship Club, St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Games are every Monday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Newcomers should come early. Call Van at 905-683-4655. TUESDAY, JAN. 10 HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Oshawa field naturalist James Kamstra is guest speaker at a 7:30 p.m. meeting of the Pickering Township Historical Society. His slide lecture is titled, ‘50 Years of Cultural and Environmental Change in Durham Region.’ The meeting is at the East Shore Com- munity Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. (south of Hwy 401) in Pickering. Visitors admitted free. Call John at 905-831-3811. AJAX FRIENDSHIP CLUB: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrews Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., for its Tues- day morning discussion group. This week it welcomes former Ajax mayor Bill Parish, who will speak on the problems with the Canadian justice system. Visitors welcome. Call Louise at 905-683-7799 or Shirley at 905-428-8711. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 11 ALZHEIMER: Alzheimer Durham Ajax-Pickering support group meets from 10 a.m. to noon in the lounge of Life Centre Housing, 1 Marsh La., Ajax. All caregivers welcome. 905-576-2567. ONE-PARENT SUPPORT: Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families Associa- tion meets every Wednesday at KMW Health Care Services, 314 Harwood Ave. S. Unit 22 in Ajax. Meetings are at 8 p.m. except for the first Wednesday of the month when it’s at 8:30 p.m. Call 905-420-0010 or visit www.opfa.net. A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com TRIDEL CASITAS BUNGALOW Immaculate 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo townhome. Eat-in kitchen, L-shaped living/dining room. Upgraded kitchen cupboards with ceramic floors, 5 appliances, neutral decor. No stairs, walk to Pickering Town Centre, library, rec centre, easy access to 401/407 and GO Train. Call J. Stan Clegg Broker at 416-281-2300 or 905-420-9553 Guild Manor Realty Limited ASKING ONLY $209,9 0 0 OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN., JAN. 7 & 8, 1-4 P.M. 825-1400 THE ESPLANADE OUT THESE OPEN HOUSES 500 Rougemount Dr. S., PICKERING ...... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 825-1400 The Esplanade, PICKERING ..... Sat. 1-4 ❑ & ....................................... Sun. 1-4 ❑ 132 Ravenscroft, AJAX ..................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 142 Delaney Dr., AJAX ..................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 103 Warwick Ave., AJAX ................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 5 Durham St. ................................. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 702-45 Cumberland, AJAX ................. Sun. 2-4 ❑ ✓ VIEW ON-LINE AT....VIEW ON-LINE AT.... Opportunity is knocking, so open the door to these beautiful area homes this weekend!Opportunity is knocking, so open the door to these beautiful area homes this weekend! To Advertise in This FeatureTo Advertise in This Feature Call YourCall Your Real Estate AdvertisingReal Estate Advertising Consultant Today!Consultant Today! 905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404 Call JOHN WILSON* 905-831-3300 www.johnatremax.com SUN. JAN. 8, 2-4 P.M. 45 CUMBERLAND LANE UNIT 702, AJAX WATERFRONT CONDO • Spectacular lake view • Large corner unit • 2 Bedrooms • Family room/den • Solarium • 9 foot ceilings • 2 Parking Spaces • 24 Hour Security See You There!!!$349,900FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker BRIAN BEVINGTON* 905-683-5000 STYLISH & ELEGANT FREEHOLD TOWNHOME Shows better than a model home. Lots of upgrades. Terrifi c location - walk to the lake. Double car garage, hot tub, 2nd fl oor walkout balcony, 3 bedrooms, 3 washrooms, Jacuzzi, gas fi replace, gleaming hardwood fl oors, granite countertop plus much, much more. Appliances and window coverings incl. Move-in conditions available immediately. Come and see this beauty for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.QUALITY ONE LTD., Broker www.brianbevington.com SUN., JAN. 8, 2-4 P.M. 103 WARWICK AVE., SOUTH AJAX Shoal Point/Ashbury “Professional Realtor Since 1992” Wednesday, October 26, 2005 www.homesdurhamregion .com www.homesdurhamregion .com Pressrun 57,400 Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser To advertise in this weekly feature call 9 05-683 -5 1 10 or 9 05-579 -4 404 JOAN CAMPBELL* 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 First Realty Ltd. Broker • Enjoy a peaceful residential lifestyle by the lake • 4 bdrm., 3 bath family home fi nished top to bottom • Hardwood fl o ors, main fl o or family/laundry rooms, central air • Gas fi replace, oversized garage and fully fi nished basement • Fast possession is possible... so act quickly! Call Joan Campbell at 905-831-3300. DESIRABLE SOUTH AJAX - $299,900 www.sellingwithjoan.com JUNE NORTON* 416-494-7653 HALLMARK Realty Ltd. Broker PICKERING - large custom-built 3+2 BDRM. home on a private 63x165 ft. lot with separate fenced solar heated inground pool. Features cathedral ceilings, fl oor to ceiling windows & double sided stone fi replace, hardwood and porcelain fl oors, oak cabinets, 4 baths + sauna, newer appliances, roof, furnace and pool liner. This is a “MUST SEE”. P ICKERING - CUSTOM-BU ILT WITH INGROUND POOL Call JUNE or AL today at 905-391-8692 $4 5 9 ,00 0 JACQUELYNN TANNER* 905-619-9500 sutton-group heritage realty inc. Lake Driveway executive situated on a premium, private lot with direct view of Duffi ns Bay and conservation. Impressive foyer, oak staircase, ceramic and hardwood fl oors, some newer windows & roof, CAC, CVAC, direct garage access. Immaculate, fresh paint & décor. Lovely landscaped mature gardens and deck offer serene setting. VI EW DUFFIN’S BAY ! Website: www.jacquelynntanner.com Email: jtanner@rogers.com $4 74,000 DAVID BEATON* 905-683-5000 QUALITY ONE Realty Ltd., Broker OPEN HOUSE SAT. OCT. 29, 12-2 P.M. 73 REGATTA CRES., WHITBY - STEPS TO THE LAKE Call David Beaton NOW 905-683-5000 3 YEARS NEW - RIP ROARING VALUE - $224,850 √Steps to the lake, GO, 401, trails, etc √Absolutely stunning decor throughout √ Double car garage + openers √Separate living & dining area √ 4-piece ensuite in master √Three bedrooms & three bathrooms √ Cozy gas fi replace √Huge eat-in kitchen LOUISE M. MICALLEF* 905-831-3300 “Services en français” First Realty Ltd. Broker • Upscale lifestyle complex by the lake w/indoor pool, sauna, exercise & rec room • Totally renovated and remodeled luxurious townhome • Renovated bath & powder & ceramic fl oors • Huge kitchen with W/O to balcony • You deserve this! $234,000 OWN A HEALTH CLUB! www.homeswithlouise.com BARRIE COX* 905-839-7449 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Broker * Waterfront! Waterfront! Waterfront! * Million dollar views o/l water and marina * Magnifi cent “Marshall” built townhome in prestigious Frenchman’s Bay Village, Pickering * Approximately 2769 sq. ft. as per builders plan * Upgraded & customized from top to bottom* Third fl oor “party” terrace to die for * Incredible open concept, absolutely must be seen! Asking $489,900 THIS IS YOUR VIEW! www.barriecox.ca#1 PICKERINGREMAX AGENT OVERALL LAST 15 YEARSJOHN McCRACKEN* 905-428-6533 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Broker Great home for the growing family located in Whitby. 2500 sq. ft. + fi nished basement. Wonderful fl oor plan with greenhouse kitch en, huge master with sunken retreat, ceramics, hardwood, nestle d on a 50’ lot. FABULOUS FA MILY HOME www.johnmccracken.ca $29 9 ,000 JIM KELLY* P.Eng. 905-683-5000 QUALITY ONE Realty Ltd., Broker ON .8 ACRE LOT WITH 2 ROAD FRONTAGES Uniquely designed brick bungalow with 6 walkouts to deck and superb landscaping in country-like setting. Extensive use of quality wood throughout inside and out. This custom-built home with be ideally suited for the Muskokas. Stunning layout. Finished walkout bsmt.. Attached garage $725,000 SPECTACULAR BUNGALOW WITH 3 BDRM. LOFT jimkelly1049@hotmail.com LEE KEESO* 905-428-6533 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Broker • Great Pickering location in pres t i g ious “Amberlea” community near Whites & Finch. • Fantastic in - l a w apartment with two separate entrances. • Upgraded top to bottom including ceramic and hardwood fl oors •Fa n t a stic family room addition • Newer windows throu g h o u t • Roof reshingled in 2005. • Central air conditioner. FA NTASTIC POTENTIAL IN-LAW APARTMENT! Call LEE KEESO today for a private viewing! $2 7 9 ,50 0 SURINDER JUNEJA* 905-831-3300 Committed to Professionalism! First Realty Ltd. Broker Lovely 4 yr. new executive brick home with 5 bdrms./den and 5 washrooms on a huge ravine lot most sought after neighbourhood. Private, fenced backyard. Plus professionally fi n . 2 bdrm. sep. walkout bsmt. apt. with kit./breakfast, liv./din./fam. rm. 2 sep. laundry, cold room, two decks. 9 ft. ceiling on main. California shutters. Ceramics in kit. & bath. Close to 401 & GO, schools, parks and all amenities. Flexible closing. Motivated seller. 4500 SQ. FT. OF LIVING SPACE Call SURINDER JUNEJA AT 905-831-3300PRICEDTO SELL!MICHAEL BECKFORD* 905-683-1790 416-284-4751 Beautiful spacious 3 bdrm. townhome located close to shopping, schools, 401 and GO Station. Garage door entry to above grade basement with walkout to private yard. Access to backyard from side of the house. Reduced price for quick sale. $189,900 REDUCED PRICE FOR QUICK SALE Call MICHAEL BECKFORD TODAY! 905-683-1790 Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated PETER** & MONIQUE* MUELLER 905-831-3300 Direct: 416-645-6700 First Realty Ltd. Broker • Absolutely stunning freehold townhome by the Rouge. • Close to 401 & 407 • Perfect for young family or fi rst-time buyer. • Two bedrooms (+1), modern decor, many upgrades. Call Monique at 416-645-6700. A sking $239,900 ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! www.muellerteam.com ANNA WOOD** 905-683-1790 416-284-4751 Largest model on the street! 1761 sq. ft. Finished basement with 2nd gas fi r eplace. Master with Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, walk-in closet. 2nd fl r. laundry. Open concept design. Must be seen at $297,900. Just move in and enjoy! $297,900 JUST LISTED - RARE RAVINE LOT! www.annawood.ca Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated STEVE O’REILLY* 905-683-1790 416-284-4751 Five bedroom 60x110 ft. lot. Approx. 2535 sq. ft. hardwood fl rs. throughout mn. fl r. laundry, cent. air, french doors in liv./din./fam. rms. Heated inground pool. bsmt. rec room 12x24’. Excersize/storage rm. 12x22’ and wet bar 11x11’. $499,900 OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. OCT. 29 & 30, 1-4 P.M. 85 SENATOR REESOR’S DR., MARKHAM Call STEVE O’REILLY TODAY ! 905-683-1790 Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated KATHY WEBSTER* 905-683-2100 905-433-2121 Percy Fulton Limited This home is on one of Pickering’s most desirable streets . G r eat open concept fam. rm. & kit., lots of custom touches and upgrades. Stone/ ceramics/vaulted ceilings/crown moulding. Newly fi nished basement & workshop. Shows spotless and IT’S A MUST SE E ! ! CUSTOM HOME ON HUG E TREED LOT Call Kathy Webster at 905-683-2100 or 905-433-2121 ARY ONLY ONE dcan be ready in 60 days and sits hidePlease call Gary BRAND NEW MARSHALL HOME I N PI CKERING RENÉ* ST. AUBIN 905-831-3300 R altyLtd. • 4 bedroom bungalow • Upgraded & renovated • 85’ x 320’ private lot • Swimming pool & volley ball court • 2 car garage with loft $624,500 www.virtualproperties.ca/g5651 LIVING I N THE COUNTRY IN THE CITY MARIO IOZZI* 905-428-4557 905-837-1054 WOW! Great starter home! This spacious home includes fi ve appliances, central air conditioning, central vacuum, fi n ished basement, deck, gazebo, gas fi replace, 3 bathrooms and more. Available for quick closing. Call Mario Iozzi today 905-428-4557. 3+1 BEDROOM HOME WITH FINISHE D BASEMENT View at www.rpt.ca/blueridge NEW CHOICE REALTY LTD. MEMBER BROKER $2 5 8,900 To Advertise in Our Weekly Real Estate Section call your Advertising Consultant Today! 905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. BARRIE COX* 905-839-7449 * Pickering’s most prestigious location on Rougemount Drive * Absolutely incredible custom-built home on 332 ft. ravine lot * Open concept bungalow with loft; approx. 3,200 sq. ft. of luxury * Upgrades incl. extensive hardwood flooring, floor to ceiling windows, pine ceiling, doors and trim * Open concept kitchen to die for including granite counters, stainless steel appliances and maple cupboards * Walkout basement with heated floors * Absolutely must be seen. * Asking $849,900 SUNDAY, JANUARY 8, 2-4 P.M. 500 ROUGEMOUNT DRIVE S., PICKERING www.barriecox.ca AURELIA COSMA* 1-888- 732-1600$219,999SUN. JAN. 8, 2-4 P.M. 142 DELANEY DR., AJAX Beautiful, fully detached, all brick home. Gas heat, finished basement, fenced yard. Asking $219,999. Please call Aurelia Cosma* now at 1-888-732-1600 and start packing.SSpirit Inc. Broker KATHY HICKEY* 905- 668-3800 FIRST REALTY LTD. SUN. JAN. 8, 2-4 P.M. 5 DURHAM STREET, AJAX NOTHING TO DO BUT ENJOY! This home has already been updated for you. Charmingly decorated bungalow features large living room w/7 ft. wide Bay window. Updated kitchen cupboards with lifetime floor tiles, bathroom fully renovated in 2003, 3 bdrms., detached dble. car gar. wired for 220 amp service. Shingles & eavestroffing done in 2000, siding, peak roof, tilt in windows, furnace, & humidifier done in 2003. House has central air & central vac. Fully landscaped front & back w/ pond & large deck off kitchen walkout. This home is a must see! Call Kathy for directions today! LUCY BATESON** 905- 619-9500 SUN. JAN. 8 2 - 4 P.M. 132 RAVENSCROFT RD., AJAX SPECIAL TOUCHES, WALKOUT APARTMENT, WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE, UPGRADES Lovely, tastefully decorated. Modern garden doors to large deck. Hollywood kitchen, eat-in w/ pantry & bright breakfast area. Separate dining room w/French drs. Large bedrooms, 4 pc. ensuite, gas FP, cent/air, gas BBQ, 8 appliances. Windows & furnace 2002, roof 2004, fully fenced garden w/gate/ Worth a look. Call Lucy 905-683- 5311 & 905-619-9500 for further information. Group Heritage Realty Inc. $299,000SEE TO DAY’S COUPON! Mmmmm.....Mmmmm..... .com.com Billboard JANUARY 6, 2005 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 9 A/P PRICES NEVER SEEN BEFORE! Stationary Bikes W eight Scales BenchesTreadmillsElliptical Tr ainers FROM $799 2.0 HP Continuo u s Duty FROM $299 FROM $199 FROM $99 Accessories • Benches • Home Gyms • Racks WE HAVE IT ALL: • Non-Commission Sales Staff • Canada’s Largest Selection • Guaranteed Lowest Prices! • All The Best Brands • 1000’s of Fitness Accessories • Complete Delivery and Set-Up • In-House Service Centre for all things fitness *O.A.C on selected merchandise. $49 Fee due at end of term. 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IRONMAN 600G GYM $1199 REG. $1999 PRODUCT REG PRICE SALE PRICE POWER RACK 3X3 $69900 $34900 CHIN DIP STATION $22900 $12900 FLAT INCLINE DECLINE BENCH $22900 $12900 KEYS 5 02T TREADMILL $109900 $79900 MINI STEPPER $3999 $1999 AB ROLLER $3999 $1999 Includes FREE Leg Press ® 60 % offBoxing Sale FI NAL DAYS UP TO FOR 6 MONTHS* NO Interest NO Down Payment NO Fees Plus Holiday Hours: Saturday 10:00 to 4:00 • Sunday CLOSED • Monday Open at 10:00 a.m. SALE ENDS JAN. 11TH Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. • A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. • Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. • Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. • A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD 905-683-1391 We keep our patients smiling by taking the time to understand their needs. Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS Friday, January 6, 2006 News Advertiser * Delivered to selected households only Ajax and Pickering locations Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Emmanuel Friday’s carrier of the week is Emmanuel. He enjoys sports & video games. He will receive a dinner & movie voucher compliments of McDonald’s & Cineplex Odeon Ajax. 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Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between January 4 - January 8, 2006 What’s going on in your community? Just click hereAlzheimer Society uses martinis, massages, manicures to raise funds DURHAM — Women can stir up their social lives while helping raise money for the Alzheimer Society. With hors d’oeuvres, entertainment by Elvis impersonator James Begley and members of ‘The Cruisers’ rock band, relaxation theme raffles and door prizes, the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region is putting on its second annual Martini, Massages, Manicures and Memories (MMMM), Ladies Only Evening, Tues- day, Feb. 7. The fundraising event is at the Le Gala Banquet and Conference Facility, 65 Sunray St. in Whitby, 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $55. “Our first MMMM Evening last Febru- ary was a sellout so we encourage people to purchase their tickets early to avoid disappointment,” said Joan Skelton, ex- ecutive director of Alzheimer Durham. Tickets can be ordered by calling the Alzheimer Society office at 905-576-2567. The event is sponsored by Home Instead Senior Health Care and Janssen-Ortho. The Alzheimer Society of Durham Re- gion is a non-profit, charitable organiza- tion that provides individual and group support to people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia and their caregivers. It offers a broad range of de- mentia-specific education and training to health-care professionals, organiza- tions and individuals. Women can get s haken, stirred and pampered A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com Durham Catholic District School Board Junior & Senior Kindergarten Registration for September 2006 Your Neighbourhood Catholic School Welcomes You…. Registration will be held the week of January 16-20, 2006 For specific dates & time, contact the school offices listed below CRITERIA: 1. Children to be registered for Junior Kindergarten must be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2006. 2. Children to be registered for Senior Kindergarten must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2006. 3. Proof of age is to be presented in the form of a Baptismal Certificate and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Birth Registration or Passport. 4. To register your child, one or both parents/guardians must be Catholic and a registered Separate School supporter. PLEASE NOTE: x The format of the Kindergarten Program (every day for a half day or full day on alternate days) will be a local school decision. x Parents are requested to bring available health records on immunization, allergies, etc. x To determine the location of your area school please visit the Board Website at: http://locator.dcdsb.ca x Please contact your local school prior to January 13, 2006 to obtain particular details and/or make arrangements for registration. AJAX SCHOOLS: Brother Andre C.S. 60 Seggar Avenue (905) 619-8021 Mother Teresa C.S. 15 Fishlock Street (905) 426-7064 St. Bernadette C.S. 41 Bayly Street East (905) 683-0571 St. Catherine of Siena C.S. 15 Bennett Avenue (905) 427-6105 St. Francis de Sales C.S. 72 Church Street South (905) 683-3320 St. James C.S. 10 CloverRidge Drive West (905) 427-3327 St. Jude C.S. 68 Coles Avenue (905) 428-9304 St. Patrick C.S. 280 Delaney Drive (905) 427-2866 PICKERING SCHOOLS: Holy Redeemer C.S. (English & French Immersion) 747 Liverpool Road South (905) 839-5409 Our Lady of the Bay C.S. 795 Eyer Drive (905) 839-2532 St. Anthony Daniel C.S. 2090 Duberry Drive (905) 427-9610 St. Elizabeth Seton C.S. 490 Strouds Lane (905) 839-0005 St. Isaac Jogues C.S. 1166 Finch Avenue (905) 839-1844 St. Marguerite Bourgeoys C.S. 1765 Meadowview Avenue (905) 831-3651 St. Monica C.S. 275 Twyn Rivers Drive (905) 509-6691 St. Wilfrid C.S. 2360 Southcott Road (905) 427-6225 P.A. 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First Pickering Place Several options available for casting ballots DURHAM — While some candidates took time off over the holidays, some voters in Ajax-Pickering Riding didn’t. The numbers won’t be available until after the Jan. 23 election, but the turnout to vote early has been “brisk since the election started,” says Ted Rytwinski, a field liaison officer with Elections Can- ada. Mr. Rytwinski expects “business” will “get busier each day” as election day nears. A number of people are taking advantage of the special ballot process before they travel south,” he adds. Another reason for people voting early was the “extra time during Christmas, so they took advantage,” he notes. And, the weather has been mild, so some have decided to vote before it gets too cold, Mr. Rytwinski states. The returning office has been open daily, including Christmas and New Year’s , he says. The Ajax-Pickering office is in the Women in Motion Fitness centre, 520 Westney Rd. S., Suite 12, in Ajax. Eligible voters can vote by mail or in person at local Elections Canada offices by applying by 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 17. To do so, download the form from www. elections.ca, or call 1-866-234-2474, or, for the hearing-impaired, through ATS at 1-800-361-8935. Advance polls are set for Jan. 13, 14 and 16, from noon to 8 p.m. each day. Locations of advance polls are included on a voter’s card, he notes. ‘Brisk business’ with early voting Ajax and Pickering residents vote Jan. 23 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 11 A/P DINING & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE L.L.B.O. 905-619-2000 15 Westney Rd. North (Westney Heights Plaza) Seating up to 300 People! Pickup & Delivery Adult Child (5 - 12yrs) Mon - Thurs, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fr i - Sat, 4:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sun, 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm $12.95 $6.95 $14.95 $7.95 $12.95 $6.95 To d dler $1.95 • Seniors Discount Dinner SPECIAL!! 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Eliminating child poverty can only come from a multi-faceted approach toward addressing the underlying social and eco- nomic causes of poverty. We need to look at the interplay between governmental and non-gov- ernmental social assistance projects and how we can improve on this. Solutions need to come from consultation with community groups and cannot be imposed from the top down. JEFF BROWNRIDGE Green Party Dobson says child-care allowance offers choice According to statistics compiled by the Durham Child Poverty Task Force, one in seven children in Durham is living in poverty. The reasons are complex and the solutions must include support for families. All levels of government are encour- aged to assist with local initiatives. Nationally, the Conservative Party recently announced the new Choice in Child Care Allowance for children under the age of six. This allowance, $1,200 per year per child, will be paid directly to families and will allow parents to choose the child-care option that best suits their needs. This allowance is in addition to current benefits and deductions. Affordable housing the place to start, says Dale Not only live up to, but exceed current commit- ments to return to the affordable housing busi- ness; end the provincial clawback of the child tax credit; do more to make affordable day care available to families; remove the GST on family essentials and put it on luxury services like stock transactions; end the Employment Insurance scam that collects billions more in premiums than are paid out in benefits; live up to moral and treaty obligations with our first nations; and treat the International Labour Organization at least as seriously as we do the World Trade Organization. Liberal party has introduced many initiatives: McTeague A Liberal government created the National Child Benefit. We implemented the Child Tax Benefit also to provide extra support to low-income families with children by topping up the monthly payments parents receive under the National Child Benefit system. We provided an estimated $520 million a year in tax relief to parents incurring child-care costs. Child poverty, irrespective of where it is, can- not be eliminated unless parents have the dignity of adequate and affordable housing; access to finan- cially assisted education programs; job training; and skills development. My party is committed and has acted to combat the root causes of child poverty. How can child poverty in Durham Region and all of Canada be eliminated? GARY DALE NDP TIM DOBSON Conservative DAN McTEAGUE Liberal Pickering-Scarborough East Riding votes Jan. 23 20061! WITHTHECANDIDATES We’ve asked the Pickering-Scarborough East Riding candidates a number of questions submitted by readers. Today we print the sixth question and the candidate answers. Watch upcoming editions for more questions and answers. Child well-being From the Green Party website at www.greenparty.ca: Of all of Canada’s social problems, child poverty is probably the most shameful and humiliating... There’s no single silver bullet to eradicate pov- erty. Simply stocking food banks can- not bridge growing disparities between wealthy and poor Canadians. Poverty is a systemic problem that reflects low minimum wages, a precarious job mar- ket, lack of commitment to social hous- ing, changes to Employment Insurance benefits and cuts in social programs. Poverty rates are even higher among new Canadians, Aboriginals and single mothers. We can eliminate child pov- erty by making a commitment to have a just society that is built on a pro- gressive and fair social safety network. European countries, such as Denmark, Finland and Norway, which have made similar commitments, have kept child poverty rates below 3.5 per cent. Unlike the old-line parties, the Green Party believes reducing child poverty is more important than hoarding wealth. The Green Party believes reducing child poverty starts with a stronger commit- ment to guaranteeing every family has an equal opportunity. With each Question and Answer with candidates we’ll print a different party’s take on a key issue of the election campaign. ‘They can make sure there are employment opportunities, then education, educating parents on how to take care of their kids. It all starts with the government spending the money in the right spot and stop talking and actually start doing something.’ ‘First of all we need to increase the education; better educated people will most likely earn more money, but for that we need to increase em- ployment opportunities, increase child-care benefits... because a lot of people who do deserve it don’t end up getting what they need.’ ‘First of all education should be there... be- cause that’s where pov- erty starts -- when your parents are not rich and cannot provide for you. So education No. 1 and all levels of government should provide help for children who are abused -- with any social ser- vices, that’s where they should start.’ ‘I believe it starts from the home itself, parents playing an active role for the child’s upbringing is very important; they are the backbone in the child’s life. The early education is important... tolerance is important, understanding is very important and the means and tools to run their own life is very important.” Nala Balarajan Dilash Krishnapillai Shashi Bhatia We asked in Ajax: How can child poverty in Durham Region and all of Canada be eliminated? Ramesh Rajasingham durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 15 P 7HICH0ICKERING 3CARBOROUGH%ASTCANDIDATEWASABOXERINHIGHSCHOOL 4HECANDIDATESSHARETHEIRSTORIESON$ANIELLE-ILLEYSELECTIONBLOGATWWWDRINFOCAPICKSCARBHTML 5IFMJHIUFSTJEFPGUIFGFEFSBMFMFDUJPO Parents, strong economy are key, says Holland Parents need employment opportunities in a thriving economy to support their children. With unemployment rates at their lowest in 30 years, this has helped, but is not a complete solution. We believe that tax reduction should be directed to lower- and middle-income families, for exam- ple through the recent increases in the basic per- sonal exemption and the child-tax benefit. Eight provinces, including Ontario, have now signed on to the Liberal government’s Early Learning and Child Care, which the Conservatives oppose. This program commits $5 billion over five years to help build an early learning and child-care system across Canada. MARK HOLLAND Liberal Housing strategy, training a start for Modeste To eliminate child poverty we have to ad- dress the root causes of this tragedy. As families struggle with the decision to either pay rent or feed the children, Jack Layton and the NDP got off to a good start by fighting successfully to include affordable housing in last spring’s budget. Gov- ernment must implement proposals that make a difference –- development of a national housing strategy, retooling our economy and creating new training opportunities -– so families can earn the money they need. We also must address a mis- managed Employment Insurance system and the working families it has failed. Social services, family planning in Korus’s equation In order to answer this question, one needs to have an appreciation of foresight, which is clearly lacking in Parliament. The problem is that every attempt at solving complex social problems such as poverty, that have been put forth by the cur- rent government amount to putting a Band-aid on a broken leg. The origins of poverty are di- verse and multi-faceted, and poverty will not be overcome with simple platitudes. A framework for a solution must incorporate issues such as education, social services, family planning, and support structures. Education opportunities for all on Thomas’s agenda There is no easy solution and it will take many directions. We can be sure that equal opportunity to education is available to all. Reducing the costs of purchases by cutting sales tax is another such step. The $1,200 payment to the lower-income earner in a family for each child is another step. Additional support for health care, wiser use of the Employment Insurance fund for training, as- sistance for low-income Canadians and a wiser immigration policy that allows well-trained indi- viduals the opportunity to work in the fields that they are skilled. We must also understand that big government departments are not the solution. How can child poverty in Durham Region and all of Canada be eliminated? RUSSELL KORUS Green Party KEVIN MODESTE NDP RONDO THOMAS Conservative 20061! WITHTHECANDIDATES We’ve asked the Ajax-Pickering Riding candidates a number of questions submitted by readers. Today we print the sixth question and the candidate answers. Watch upcoming editions for more questions and answers. Ajax-Pickering Riding votes Jan. 23 Ajax and Pickering c andidates face off next week PICKERING — Ajax and Pick- ering residents are invited to come out and watch the local candidates for federal election face off at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex next week. An Ajax-Pickering Riding de- bate, which is set for Wednesday, Jan. 11, at 7 p.m., is co-sponsored by the Metroland Durham Re- gion Media Group, Rogers Tele- vision, and CKDO Radio. Later in the evening, beginning at 9 p.m., the candidates for Pickering- Scarborough East will talk issues. Both debates will be broadcast live on Rogers and repeated at a later date. The recreation complex is at 1867 Valley Farm Rd., just south of Kingston Road. For ongoing election coverage, visit www.electiondurhamre- gion.com. P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com PICOV FURNITURE C.C. LTD. 1080 Brock Rd. Unit 8. Pick. 905-831-6040 RECOVER YOUR SOFA BAYLY 401 HWY 2 BROCK RD.$54900 fabric included Ask about our In-Home Decorating Service Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. 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He also doesn’t know why people are deciding to use the spe- cial ballot. “I don’t delve into their reasons for doing that,” said Mr. Birungi. Voter registration cards began to be distributed Dec. 28, and Mr. Birungi’s office is currently pretty busy doing electoral lists, making sure people have registration cards and fixing any prob- lems. “Everything’s going smoothly,” he said. Those who want to take advantage of advance polls can do so Jan. 13, 14 and 16 from noon to 8 p.m. in Pickering at the Civic Complex, 1 The Esplanade N.; Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 796 Eyer Dr. and Amberlea Presbyterian Church, 1820 Whites Rd. N. Scarbor- ough polls are at Extendicare Rouge Valley, 551 Conlins Rd.; Royal Canadian Legion, 45 Lawson Rd. and Port Union Committee Centre, 5450 Lawrence Ave. E. The returning office for the Picker- ing-Scarborough East Riding is at 1845 Sandstone Manor, Unit 10, in Pickering. 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Rated: R Graphic and deeply disturbing, Hostel is the story of two adventurous American friends backpacking across Europe, eager to have a good time with their new buddy, O li, an Icelander they met during their travels. A fellow traveller lures them to what’s billed as a jewel for American backpack- ers, a hostel in a remote Slovakian town that’s brimming with Eastern European women both beautiful and desperate. The two friends pair off with the gor- geous Natalya and Svetlana for what prom- ises to be a highlight of the trip. But, the two friends soon find them- selves stuck in an increasingly sinister situation. Casanova Directed by Lasse Hallstrom Starring: Heath Ledger, Sienna Miller, Jeremy Irons. Rated: R Based, extremely loosely, on the mem- oirs of the writer, adventurer and infamous lover Giacomo Casanova, the story’s 18th- century setting and hero are the starting point for musings on love, lust and free- dom. Casanova (Ledger), abandoned by his mother as a child, has become a lusty yet strangely innocent young fellow pursuing pleasure with vigour and confusing lust for love. His biggest concern is avoiding Italy’s puritanical Inquisitors, until he meets Francesca Bruni, a beauty who publishes clever pamphlets on women’s rights. ‘BloodRayne’ and ‘Secret Life of Words’ also open on the big screen this weekend. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com New member for Infamous Ajax band Ajax group Hales Infamous has added new bassist in Brian Murray. But that isn’t the only thing the group has on the go ac- cording to its website, www.myspace.com/ halesinfamous. “If all goes well I will be getting myself a new soundcard in the next couple weeks,” the band’s drummer relayed in a late No- vember message. “And once that is done we’re going to be getting some new record- ings up and taking some of the old ones down.” The group has also scheduled a show at The Red Dog in Peterborough for Jan. 26 with The Mark Inside and also C’Mon. Although Oshawa group Another Blue Door is currently idle after releasing a 2004 CD, former member Pete Carmichael’s new group Diabelros will see its debut album You Can’t Break The Strings In Our Olym- pic Hearts released nationally on Evan Newman’s newly created label entitled The Baudelaire Label in February. The album is currently available at se- lected record shops in Toronto as an inde- pendent release. The group has no Durham dates on the horizon but will be performing at To ronto’s Horseshoe Tavern Jan. 14 with We Are Scientists. The band also has a gig in New York City in late February. Oshawa group Planet Uranus has spent the last little while working on a new release. According to the band’s official website, www.myspace.com/pubband, the group will be placing MP3s of new material on the site soon while the disc will be entitled You Have The Right To Remain Rock’n. Oshawa group Split Through My Skies has had a few lineup changes recently. According to a late November posting on its website, www.myspace.com/split- throughmyskies, the group added new bass- ist Doug Hell after its previous bassist left for personal reasons. But recently the band’s piano player Lance Ludwig left, leaving the remaining trio of Hell, singer and guitarist Nick Shaw and drummer Chris Sincade. “For the next year, we’ll be working on new material for the album, and also play- ing as many shows as possible,” Shaw says. “We may be trying some new members out to replace our pianist. But we may not even be looking for a pianist, so really it’s up in the FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com Talbot solo exhibition running in Pickering until end of February PICKERING — Nineteen vivid acrylics by Oshawa resident Barbara Talbot, a Pin- eRidge Arts Council member, are on display in Pickering. Talbot has a degree in art education from Indiana University and has taken many workshops in her quest to find a unique and personal way of making artistic state- ments. After many years away from art while raising a family, Talbot is working again, demonstrating a love of experimentation in abstracts that explore colour and form in a unique, layered style. The show is at Ontario Power Genera- tion’s Pickering Nuclear Information Cen- tre, on Montgomery Park Road at the foot of Brock Road. Visitors are welcome during regular hours, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tw o Americans find themselves in big trouble on a European jaunt that goes terribly wrong. Jason MacNeil is a freelance writ- er in Durham Region. Contact him at kingjinpusan@hotmail.com. Jason MacNeil music roundup A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND The Pickering Panthers host the Ajax Attack in junior ‘A’ hockey action tonight (Friday) at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. Tiller’s girls pack a punch Beaulieu headed to senior nationals this weekend; Francis to juniors in Quebec By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — Chris Tiller is high on his two female boxers, and be- lieves medals may follow at the upcoming Canadian Senior and Junior Boxing Championships. The head coach at Tiller’s Box- ing Club in Ajax notes senior fighter Amanda Beaulieu, mak- ing a comeback to the ring while also juggling studies at Sudbury’s Laurentian University, and junior boxer Vanessa Francis are poised to pack a punch in the ring. Beaulieu, the provincial champi- on at the 66-kilogram weight class, competes at the senior nationals in St. Catharines this weekend. A veteran of 12 years in the sport and 40 career bouts, she returned to boxing last March after several years away. Tiller says Beaulieu will meet four other fighters in her weight class, prime among them being Mary Spencer, a national team member and defending world am- ateur champion who’s won 31 of 33 career bouts. The Windsor resi- dent represents a formidable chal- lenge for Beaulieu and will provide a litmus test as to how successful Beaulieu’s return to the ring has been. Tiller believes his protege is equal to the task, but will need to strike early in order to subdue the favoured Spencer, whom he expects Beaulieu will face at some point during the championships. “Everyone’s gunning for Mary Spencer... She’s the poster girl for Canadian boxing,” he says. “My prediction is if (Beaulieu) doesn’t stop Spencer in the first rounds (of the four-round fight) she won’t get the decision. If we can take the fight to her right away, if we can get the standing-eight counts, she can stop the fight as a technical knockout. We want to stop her. We want to knock her out.” Despite her workload at uni- versity, Tiller says Beaulieu has committed fully to her training regimen, both at a Sudbury club as well as at the Ajax club. Meanwhile, the 18-year-old Francis makes her first appear- ance at junior nationals, scheduled for St-Hyacinthe, Que., from Jan. 24 to 28. Tiller says the provincial champ at the 57-kg weight class has everything it takes to compete, with one notable exception. “We just have to prepare her mentally for this level of competi- tion,” says Tiller. “Physically, she’s ready to go.” The Pickering resident admits she’s suffering from the first-time jitters, but is nonetheless thrilled to be competing at the high-level event. “I’m really nervous about it, it’s my first time in a really big competition like this,” says the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School student. “Since I got into this (box- ing) this is where I’ve wanted to go.” To ensure she’s ready, Francis trains six days a week at Tiller’s, for two hours or more each session. “It’s really hard on my body. I’m crazy tired, but it’s for nationals, so I don’t mind.” Francis comes by boxing honest- ly, as she, along with her brothers, was once a student of the martial arts, earning a black belt in karate. Seeking a new challenge, she saw boxing as the perfect niche. “With me, martial arts wasn’t enough competition. I love the feeling I get in the ring. It’s the greatest.” NOTES: Chris Tiller will serve as the Ontario provincial junior team coach at the national champion- ships in Quebec... In addition to Beaulieu and Spencer in the 66- kilogram weight class at nationals, B.C.’s Danielle Quee and Quebec’s Nancy Laroche will also compete... The senior nationals is the first step toward qualification for the Com- monwealth Games in Melbourne, Australia in March... Fr ancis won gold in a walkover in her junior open 54- to 57-kilogram weight class at provincials. There was originally two other fighters entered, but one opted to compete in a higher class, while the other fought in a lower division... Marlon Barrington, of Pickering’s Liverpool Boxing Club, will also compete at the junior nationals in Quebec. He won the 91-kilogram weight class at provincials... A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Amanda Beaulieu, left, and Vanessa Francis, of Tiller’s Boxing Club in Ajax, are each bound for the ring in their respec- tive national championships this month. Beaulieu will compete in the senior nationals in St. Catharines in the 66-kilo- gram division. Meanwhile, Francis will enter her first-ever junior nationals in St-Hyacinthe, Que. from Jan. 24 to 28 in the 57-kg. weight class. March rink sweeps to fourth at Energizer ’spiel By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — A trip to Switzerland wasn’t in the cards for an Annan- dale rink at the annual TCA Junior Energizer Bonspiel in Toronto on Dec. 29 and 30. Annandale’s Tim March rink was one of 108 teams competing at the ‘s piel, hosted at various Toronto curling clubs, with winners of the junior men’s and women’s main events winning a trip to Switzerland. The March team ended up winning the Fourth Event, defeating Andrew Clayton from the Brant Curling Club. With March were Matt Pyne, Patrick Janssen and Tyler Anderson. Codey Maus of the Dixie Curling Club won the men’s main event, while the Hollie Nicole foursome from the Unionville Curling Club captured the distaff title. In the bantam girls’ division, Les- ley Pyne of Annandale and team- mates Stacey Hogan, Ren James and Heather Bell were runner-ups in the Consolation event, placing fourth. Two other Annandale bantam en- tries skipped by Jaclyn Stephenson and Corey Morrow did not place. ••• Annandale hosts its annual Youth Bonspiel this Saturday, Jan. 7. In addition, on that day the annual To ronto Curling Association Men’s Energizer Bonspiel opens across the GTA and runs through the following week until the finals on Jan. 14. En- ergizer playdowns will be hosted on Annandale ice Monday, Jan. 9 and Thursday, Jan. 12. ••• The Ontario Curling Association (OCA) bantam girls’ and boys’ zone playdowns will have plenty of local representation at the Dalewood Golf and Curling Club, near Port Hope, from Jan. 14 to 16. Annandale has two entries in each of the girls’ and boys’ divisions. Ja clyn Stephenson skips the team of Samantha Smith, Angela Glan- zmann and Catherine Stephenson, with Richard Glanzmann coaching. Meanwhile, Lesley Pyne skips the squad of Stacey Hogan, Ren James and Heather Bell, with Jennifer Mc- Ghee as coach. In the boys’ zone, Michael Bryson skips the team of Wesley Forget, Emmett Murphy and Sandy Martin. Susannah Moylan serves as coach. 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Submit resume by e-mail: info@elegancesalonspa.com Fax:905-666-4389. www.elegancesalonspa.com MEDICAL ESTHETICIANS & Regular Estheticians needed for high end medical spa in Ajax. Ex- perience in laser an asset. Call Deanna @ 905-619-2038 OPUS GLOW CONCEPT SPA in Whitby is looking for an experi- enced full-time Esthetician to join our dynamic team. Please email resume to: opusglow@bellnet.ca RMT NEEDED,Pickering and/or Whitby location. E-mail resumes to facialplace@bellnet.ca or call (905)668-8128 CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer, shop hand. Top Pay! Clean drivers licence. Experienced only. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 CNC MACHINE SET-UP operator required for a busy Wire Edm shop in the Oshawa area. Manual ma- chine and computer knowledge a asset. Fax resumes to (905) 435- 2097. CNC VERTICAL MILL Machinist Ajax Machine Shop requires a confident individual for 2D/3D pro- gramming, toolpathing, Fanuc Control. Mastercam knowledge a must. Minimum 5 years exp. Able to work with little supervision and still be part of a team. Required immediately. Competitive wages. Fax resume to 905-427-4993 or email at pmdinc@bellnet.ca STEEL FABRICATOR required for fabrication and installation of mis- cellaneous metals (stairs, railings, etc.) Please fax resume to: 905- 623-5160. WANTED: PAINTER/DRYWALL- ER for local restoration company. Must have good driver's abstract. Please fax resume to: 905-728- 3179. BOOKKEEPER required for Whit- by home based office. Full/Part- time position. Experience in Simply Accounting & Excel a must. Email resume to: gordrh@rog- ers.com FINANCIAL PLANNING firm in Whitby, requires Administrative Assistant. Must have excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and strong computer knowledge. Must be able to multi-task and work independently. Previous financial experience an asset. Please fax your resume to 905-666-5304. INVOICING CLERK-part-time, 2-3 days/week Qualified in A/R, A/P, payroll, employee benefits. Knowl- edge of MYOB an asset. Knowl- edge of a toolroom an asset. EMAIL RESUME to: info@east- endmoulds.com TEMPORARY CLERK for tax season (13 weeks Feb to Apr 30) required by Ajax accounting firm. Duties will involve data verification and collating of tax returns. Good interpersonal skills. Able to organize and prioritize work loads. Please fax resume to 905-686-2276. WHITBY DRYWALL COMPANY, 7-4pm. Secretary, minimum 3 years experience. Knowledge of drywall/insulation, sq.footage, gen- eral office duties, computer skills, read drawings and French an as- set. Fax resume & salary expecta- tions to 905-430-3903. After 4 pm ONLY. Serious inquiries only! FIREPLACE/SPA/HVAC STORE, Bowmanville, requires Sales Associates. Positive personality. Previous exp. an asset. Training provided. Commission+Salary. Positions available immediately. Fax resume: 905-623-2898. PICKERING-BASED PUBLISHER seeks exp inside advertising sales rep for growing business. Must have proven track record in B2B ad sales and mktg. Base plus commission. Resume to: rwh@rogers.com SALES PERSON required imme- diately. for busy auto recycling business in Courtice. automotive parts, sales bilingual or second language and knowledge of win- dows based operating systems all assets. fax or email resumes ASAP to (905) 434-7997 or email dom@domsauto.com DENTAL ASSISTANT certified, part time, 1-2 days a week for small family practise. Please deliv- er resume in person to: Dr. Debra Shoniker, 312 Dundas St. West Whitby. DENTAL ASSISTANT full time, must be HARP certified. Fax re- sume to: 905-509-2455. DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED for busy office in Ajax. Must be able to work evenings and week- ends. Approximately 30 - 35 hours per week. Please fax resume to 905-427-9280. DENTAL HYGIENIST required part time for 1 year temp place- ment for Pickering Practice please fax resume to 905-509-4667 FULL TIME Preventive Dental Assistant Level 2 for Orthodontic office. Experienced preferred. Email resume to: ejpong@yahoo.com DENTAL RECEPTIONIST re- quired for full time position in Ajax office. EXPERIENCE A MUST. Hours include 2 evenings a week. ABELDent knowledge an asset. Please send resume to File # 227, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7L5. EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONISTS needed for doctor's office. Posi- tions available now. Fax resume to 905-428-1501. MED. ADMIN. ASSISTANT (F/T) duties include: transcription & oth- er office tasks. Will train. College diploma preferred. Ajax area, hir- ing immed. Fax to: 905-427-0346. NEEDED IMMEDIATELY RN's, RPN's and housekeepers for the Durham Region. Work according to your schedule. Fax resume to Ellie at (905) 666-0038 or email tina@tnehealthpros.com PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST for Specialist's office. Please fax re- sume to: 905-837-1703. RN & RPN, SPECIAL jobs for spe- cial people, Smart Staffing is look- ing for experienced Health Care Professionals, with a special re- spect, empathy and compassion for seniors. Full/part time, casual agency placement in an exclusive LT C facility in downtown Toronto. Fax resume, cover letter and tell me why you are that special per- son we need on our team. Fax 905-686-4085. RN/RPN for part-time nursing posi- tion for walk-in/family practice clin- ic setting. 2 positions avail in Whitby and Scarborough clinics. Applicants must be outgoing, flex- ible, ability to work in a team envi- ronment. Please fax resume to 905-668-4023 Attn: Julie Murphy- Reid RPNs required temporary full time & part time evenings and nights. RNs required part time for evenings for Long Term Care facility. Fax resume to 905-623-1374. PICKERING RESTAURANT re- quires FT/PT mature experienced short order cook, deep fryer, coun- ter help & cashier w/experience. Pete (905)839-0250, after 6pm 416-577-7127. 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To c onsolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FI- NANCIAL CORP 1-888-307-7799 $100. OFF FIRST MONTH'S RENT. SIMCOE/ADELAIDE, Beautiful 1-bedroom large apt. Bright, newly renovated $695/in- clusive; pot lights throughout, air, laundry, parking, non-smoker/no pets. Near Durham College/Uni- versity, walk to hospital. (416)568- 3965 $750 Brand new 1 bedroom base- ment inclusive, east Oshawa, spa- cious & bright, laminate and ce- ramics throughout, close to 401 & bus route, No smoking/pets, 905- 243-3950. $800 INCLUDING UTILITIES - large, bright, renovated one bed- room basement, Dundas/Co- chrane, Whitby - laundry, parking, near bus, shopping and Go. Avail- able immediately. No pets/smok- ing. (905) 451-0800 (3) OSHAWA,various locations 3 & 1-bedrooms and bachelor. Sep- arate laundry, hardwood floors, separate entrance, parking, con- venient locations, backyard, rent inclusive. Available immediately. (416)892-8864 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS,Oshawa, Simcoe/Gibb. Starting from $450/mo - $600/mo + utilities. First & last. Available Feb 1st. Call Stephen 905-259-5796. 1 BEDROOM APT,Simcoe/401 Oshawa, 4 plex, large sunroom. Includes hydro, water, gas. Coin laundry. Available immediately. $750/inclusive. No smoking/pets Call (416)818-7751 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. with private entrance. $750/month all inclusive, plus laundry, parking, cable, 1st/last required, no pets, Stevenson Rd N, avail Feb 1. Call (905)576-6316. 1-BDRM above ground basement apt. Laundry, very clean, parking, separate entrance. $750/mo in- clusive. Avail. immediately. No pets. Oshawa. (905)999-9115 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $760/month inclusive, avail. now, Immaculate newer building in de- cent Oshawa neighbourhood, Pre- fer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-0390, 905-439-8893 1-BEDROOM APARTMENTS, very clean quiet family bldg., parking, newly renovated, avail- able immediately. Sim- coe/Rossland area. $750. First/last. No dogs. (905)435-0551 1-BEDROOM basement, fresh & bright, FAG heat, central air, fridge/stove, washer/dryer, park- ing, $700/month+ hydro. Oshawa, south of Bloor. Available immedi- ately. (905)442-6756 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. $799.00 per month. Call (905)579-7649 for an appoint- ment. 2 BEDROOM Oshawa central north. Clean large main floor, quiet small building. Private entrance. Includes fridge, stove, parking. $750 all util. included. 905-723- 0393. 2 BEDROOM,large living/dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, walk-out to deck and huge yard. Great Ajax location, 2-parking spots included. Available immediately. $1100/month. Call Wendy (416)818-9255 2-BEDROOM APT.,Bloor St., in 9-plex, $775 all inclusive. ALSO Bachelor apt., North Oshawa $615 all inclusive. Available Feb 1st. For more info. call 905-723-1647, 905-720-9935. 2-BEDROOM LARGE apt. $860 inclusive plus hydro. 1-bedroom basement apt, all inclusive $625. Both available Feb 1st, and walk- ing distance to Oshawa Centre. No pets. (905)728-8868 AAA-2 BDRM.2nd level 9 plex. $850. mos. all inclusive. First/last. Working preferred. References, no pets. Fresh paint. N/W Oshawa. Ron 905-424-1994 DOWNTOWN OSHAWA - Quaint 2nd floor 1 bedroom apt., fridge, stove, hardwood. Available now. $600+. Call Andrew 905-579-5464 AJAX - LOOK NO FURTHER very nice 2-bdrm & 1-bdrm apts. New & bright, $875 & $595 monthly + 1/3 utilities. No smoking. (905)239- 0367; 647-271-6660. AJAX HARWOOD/HWY. 2 - exec- utive 4 bedroom/4 full bath, 5 ap- pliances. 2, 500 sq./ft. Garage, 2 parking. $2, 000 inclusive with util- ities, cable+wireless internet. To- ny, 416-574-6037. AJAX lakefront, bright, brand new one bedroom basement apt. Sep- arate parking/entrance/laundry. Maple kitchen, potlights/ceramic, no smokers/pets, available imme- diately. (905)619-6536 $780-inclu- sive AJAX, HARWOOD/WESTNEY,1- bedroom basement apt., suitable for working couple. No smok- ing/pets, 1 parking, fridge, stove, no laundry. $750 inclusive, first/last. Call (905)427-3935 AJAX,Near Hwy #2/Westney, bright, walkout 2 bedroom base- ment. Available February 1st. $850, rent/utilities negotiable. Near bus, Go, shopping and schools. No smoking/pets 905- 426-9898. AJAX, NEAR LAKE,small 2+1 bedroom bungalow, finished base- ment, 4 appliances, huge back- yard, non-smoking, first/last, refer- ences required. Available immedi- ately. $1200 monthly plus utilities. Call 416-550-6898. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedrooms $989. Available Jan/Feb 1st. Call 905-683-8421 or 905-683-5322. AVAILABLE, ONE BEDROOM waterfront basement apartment. Scugog Island, near Casino. First & last required. Non-smoker, no pets. $650 plus. 905-985-5758. BACHELOR available Jan. 15th. Bright, clean, nice neighbourhood, close to shopping and bus route, Oshawa. $490/month. No pets please. Call 905-438-0558. BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - Near No Frills/401. TWO - 2- bedrooms, $745 + hydro($50/mo), available now. 1 bed. $645/inclu- sive, Feb. 1st.. Immaculate, well- maintained, nice and bright. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,modern clean bright 1-bedroom + den. Parking, laundry, suit non-smoking mature adult. No Dogs. Available Feb. 1st. Discount for seniors. (905)725-1052 BRIGHT LARGE,very private 1 bedroom apartment, close to Oshawa Hospital. Laundry, park- ing, storage all included. $715. (905)673-5842 or (416)725-7037 BROCK ST/TAUNTON RD.- sin- gle person walkout basement apt. Fr idge/stove included, 3pc. bath, parking available, on bus route.. No pets/smoking. Available now. $600/mo. util. included. (416)684- 1094. CENTRAL WHITBY,1-bdrm $650/mo, 3-bdrms $1075/mo, in clean quiet triplex, all inclusive, first & last, immediate occupancy, parking, no pets/smoking, after 3pm call (905)263-4125 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. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE - Large bright 3- bdrm, apt. $1200-Feb. 1st; Also spacious 2-bed.$800-March 1st.. To wnline/Bloor area. Near amen- ities/schools/park. appliances/util- ities included. First/last. 905-404- 8548, cell 905-431-5958. COURTICE/EXECUTIVE 1500 sqft, 1 bedroom plus office base- ment apartment. Separate en- trance, walk-out to ravine, laun- dry/utilities included. No smok- ing/pets, first/last and references required. $1200/month. 905-436- 1387. GRAB THIS 2 BED. APT.- spacious, 2 min. from shopping plaza and bus route, Oshawa. Freshly decorated, $875/inclu- sive/first/last. Available Jan. 1st. 905-718-6605. JAN 1ST.New.ren.lrg. 1bdrm bsmt.apt. bright,eat-inkit., ceram.fl. fr.doors, parking & laundry, sep.ent. use lrg.yard- non-smok- ing, prof.sing. or couple pref. 905- 728-1851 after 5 p.m., first/last. LARGE 1 bedroom basement apt. parking, no smoking/pets. first/last near Oshawa Centre. $700-inclu- sive. Available immediately (905)571-4472 LARGE 1-BEDROOM Basement Apartment, available immediately, Suits Single, Livingroom, Kitchen, Bathroom w/ shower, Ample stor- age. A/C, Shared laundry, Drive- way.$700 month inclusive (except phone & Cable). Near Oshawa Hospital. 905 728-0934 leave mes- sage. LARGE 2 BEDROOM apartment in very quiet building downtown Oshawa. King/Simcoe. $795.00 monthly inclusive. Available Feb 1. first/last. No dogs. Call 905-431- 3524 NORTHEAST OSHAWA one bedroom, hospital area. Available Jan. 15th or Feb. 1st. clean, quiet, newly renovated no pets. $640. Call (905) 571-7840. OSHAWA Rossland & Ritson. 1-bedroom $700; 2-bedroom $870. Clean, quiet, adult lifestyle build- ing. Intercom, suits retired mature working adult 905-720-2352, NO PETS. OSHAWA - 301 Carleton Crt. 1 bedroom bsmt apt $395/month, references required. Call 905-720- 4503 OSHAWA - 1 bedroom apt., $650/mo. inclusive, parking incl. Available Feb. 1, no pets, first/last required. Call 416-996-2022. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - near O. C., new bachelor apt. suitable for one person. Fully furnished, all in- clusive. No pets/smoking. $650/month. Available immediately (905)571-7708 OSHAWA - LARGE bachelor/loft, a/c, separate entrance, parking. Woman & baby friendly. $650/mo+. (negotiable). Avail. immediately. Call (416)781-6565 OSHAWA - Ritson/Dean 1 bed- room basement apt. (near all amenities), livingroom, appliances, freshly painted, $565 Available Feb 1st. (905)239-0121 OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425, 1-888-558-2622, 905-432-8914. OSHAWA King/Wilson Quiet build- ing, near shopping, transportation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bed- room apts. Available immediately. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. OSHAWA OR WHITBY - Large 1 & 2 bedroom units available, eat in kitchen, laundry, parking, from $750/mo. (905)922-0252 or (905) 686-0470. 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 triplex newer building, private, clean, 2 large bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, wood/ceramic floors, air, dishwasher, storage, parking. Laundry facilities, no pets/smok- ing. $950+hydro. (905)839-3939, 416-720-1353 OSHAWA, NORTH END,1 & 2- bedroom apts., quiet area, 1-bed- room, $700+hydro 2-bedrooms $925 & $950 inclusive. Available immediately. No pets. First/last. (905)424-5083 OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, new apt., updated decor, heat in- cluded, laundry on site. $690/mo plus hydro. Available immediate- ly. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms freshly painted, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus hydro, available Jan or Feb. Call Val 905-720-0255. PICKERING Immaculate 1-bed- room furnished basement. Avail- able immediately. Clean & bright. Sep. entrance, quiet location, single person preferred, no smok- ing/pets. Fridge/microwave, laun- dry. No stove. $650/inclu- sive/first/last. 416-268-5650 PICKERING -1 bdrm. basement. Separate entrance, full bathroom, walk-in-closet, clean, new carpet, close to bus, amenities. Suitable for family. No pets/smoking. Avail- able immediately. 905-619-1028. PICKERING 1-bdrm. Freshly painted basement apt. with reno- vated 3-pc. bath. Whites Rd./401, separate entrance, parking, no pets/smoking. $750 all inclusive. Avail. January 1st. 905-420-6464. PICKERING 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. $950. No pets. Separate entrance. Updated kitch- en. Utilities included. 1 parking space. Minutes to Frenchman's Bay. Available immediately. 905- 837-0365. PICKERING 2-BEDROOM Base- ment Apt. Clean, walk to amen- ities/GO train. Sep. entrance, no smoking/pets. Suitable for single male. $750/month,FIRST/LAST. Avail. now. References. 905-420- 7079. 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 Feb. 1st. $1375 (905)420-4269 PICKERING,2-Bedroom, bright walk out basement apt., applianc- es included. Available immediate- ly. Close to all amenities. Call (905)426-9580 PICKERING, EXECUTIVE HOME 1 bedroom basement. Separate entrance, laundry, A/C, Central Vac. $750/monthly, all inclusive, cable/parking. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. 905-420- 9187 (evening), 416-601-6064 (daytime). PICKERING,luxury 2 bedroom, 2 baths, all appliances, gas fire- place, 2 car parking, $1,300 plus utilities, call Anna Stinson, 905- 428-4557. PICKERING,WHITES/SHEP- PARD, Fully FURNISHED, dinning, living, bedroom, basement apartment, $700, Separate entrance, Fireplace, Indoor Parking, Cable, Internet, shared laundry/utilities. No pets/smoking. Call (905)420-9996. PICKERING:Altona/Hwy 2(King- ston) bright walkout basement 2- bedroom, separate entrance, large living room, A/C, appliances, no pets/smoking, parking. $895 all in- clusive. Available immediately. (905)509-1938 PICKERING;Brock/Dellbrook, newly renovated walkout 2-bed- room basement apt., bright & spa- cious livingroom, located in quiet neighbourhood. Available immedi- ately. Non-smoker, no pets. Call (905)428-8025 PORT PERRY 1/2 HOUSE/duplex. 2 br., lg. kitchen, w/o, fenced yard. Laundry facilities, parking, 5 appli- ances. Suit professional couple. Available Feb. 1. $1,050/all inclu- sive. 905-449-9449, 705-786- 7794. RENOVATED 3 and 1 bedrooms, desirable North Oshawa. Near amenities, laundry and cable, Feb. lst. References, no pets/smoking. $1150 + 60%, $750 + 40%. (905) 449-1141. SIMCOE NORTH on Russet Ave. 2-bedroom, newly decorated, well-maintained quiet 12-plex small building. Utilities, cable, heating, parking included. No dogs. 905-576-2982. or 905- 576-2646. TRIPLEX - UPPER FLOOR,2 bdrm. apt. Nice, spacious clean, in quiet neighbourhood, parking, near all amenities. Park/401 area, Oshawa. $750+hydro. Available Feb. 1st. 905-438-8886 TWO BEDROOM, duplex, bright, clean, large kitchen, appliances, new ceramic tile, carpets, blinds, electric heat, parking, satellite, pri- vate entrance, no pets/smoking. Laundry available. Gibb/Waverly. Immediate. $925 inclusive. (905) 728-7850. UXBRIDGE NEW!Town house / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 WESTNEY RD./HWY. 2 Backyard level walk-out. Freshly painted. Bright. 2 bedroom. Legal. Park- ing. 2 entrances. $900, All inclu- sive. Credit check. First/last. No pets/smoking. Available. 905-686- 3217. WHITBY - 2-bedroom apartment, fridge, stove, parking, heat, water, coin-laundry, basement storage. Available Feb.. 1st. Near Go bus/amenities. 905-686-1258. WHITBY - Beautiful, new one bed- room plus office basement apart- ment. Private entrance, parking, laundry. Suits single professional. No smoking/pets. $875/incl. 905- 470-1959 after 5:00 p.m. WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious, carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities incl. Avail. now, first/last, no pets. Bachelor $700. 1-bdrm $800; 2-bdrm $900; 905-767-2565 WHITBY 2-BEDROOM apt. in 6-plex, includes water, heat, park- ing and storage.$855. No pets. Phone (905)430-7567 after 6pm. WHITBY 2-BEDROOM basement Newly renovated, very clean, near bus & school bus, quiet area. $825 includes utilities & 1 parking. Sep entrance. Available immediately. (905)430-6853 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 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul marshallgroup@rogers.com BriCo Home Improvements ✓ Basements ✓ Bathrooms ✓ Painting ✓ Wa llpapering ✓ Decks ✓ Fenc- es ✓ General Repairs FREE ESTIMATES Call Brian: 905-686-8841 Cell: 416-606-9881 CARPET SALES Res. / Comm. •Repairs •Restretch •Replace Free Estimates. Call Dave 416-321-5091 416-303-4629 PLUMBER ON THE GO To p Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 905-831-1812 FINISHED BASEMENTS, BATH & KITCHEN CARPENTRY, DRYWALL •HOME RENOVATIONS • WORKSCAPE Painting Small to Medium Renovation Projects General Home Repairs Garbage Removal Free Estimates 1-866-545-2442 HOME REPAIRS & RENOVA- TIONS.Carpentry, electrical & plumbing. Free estimates. Insured. 905-922-7718. NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? Junk Removal/Disposal ●Snow Clearing ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905) 706-6776 PIONEER ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD. We provide services for the selective customer. ●Rough in customized electrical system to renovated & new homes ●Upgrades to accommodate pools & jacuzzi ●Exterior lighting installation Call (905)831-6760 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 PREP & PAINT Free Colour Analysis Free Estimates Excellent References (905)626-0322 Why wait to give your room the makeover it needs, and the results you deserve! CROSS MOVERS Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)423-0239 (905)683-5342 IRINA'S HOME CLEANING Satisfaction Guaranteed Excellent Competitive Rates References & Criminal Record: Available Upon Request (905)686-6969 THE PERFECT MAID SERVICE 50 % OFF (on every 3rd cleaning) BOOK TODAY!!! Relax and enjoy while we satisfy your needs. All employees are fully trained and supervised. and provide excellent rates and service. Eve and Saturdays. FULLY BONDED We Don't Cut Corners!! 905-686-5424 WANTED - a few good men and women interested in combining a concern for the environment with a career in sales. We represent a major distributor in the air and water quality industry. Currently, we wish to add a few key people in this area. apateman@rogers.com or moneymaker244@maximum- success.com Call ARTHUR PATE- MAN Independent Dealer 905- 723-8318 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 06, 2006, PAGE 21 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St. ) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Rd. & Hwy 2) EX HIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTED FEBR UARY 24•25•26 2006 Markham Fairgrounds NOW BOOKING SPACE 10’X5’ booth $495 10’x10’ booths starting at $895 CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVE TODAY AT 1.888.211.7288 EXHIBITORS WANTED for the METRO EAST SPRING HOME & GARDEN SHOW March 3, 4 & 5 Pickering Markets Trade Centre Bayly St. at Squires Beach Rd. To book your space or for more information call Susan today! 905-426-4676 ext.229 E-mail:sobrien@durhamregion.com Dynamic Publishing & Events Management SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FLEA MARKET STARTING OUR SECOND YEAR COME VISIT US AT "THIS AND THAT MARKET" 870 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby (Between Thickson Rd & Garrard) Open every Sunday Between 9 to 4 WE OFFER: Free to Air Satellite Sales & Service, Electronics, DVDs, CDs, Crafts, Furniture, Wood Products, Antiques, Glassware, Jewellery, Records, Dolls, Memorabilia, Books, Collectibles, etc., etc., Snack Bar (great selection) Vendors Wanted For info. Ed 905-985-7715 Hope to See You CASH REWARD for return of Lost Ladies Gold and Diamond Bracelet... Lost in Ajax/Pickering. Sentimental Value... 25th Anniversary. If seen or found, one of a kind. (Has been reported to the Police). Please call 416-678-9507 PUBLIC AUCTION SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 BROCK RD., PICKERING SUNDAY, JANUARY 8th/06 1 PM SHARP, 11 AM PREVIEW COME SAVE HUNDREDS AND THOUSANDS ANTIQUES AND INTERESTING ITEMS: Prime pcs. of Canadiana early antiques including country, Victorian & oak furnishings to include ear ly kitchen cupboards and cabinets, dropleaf tables, selection of sets of chairs, variety of dressers an d stands. Vict. related cabinets, parlour chairs, mirrors, plus more fine furnishings of the era, waln ut armoires, several ant. dressers & sideboards ready for handy caregiver, plenty of old oak to be foun d such as sideboards, china cabinets etc., primitive to decorative collectables, articultural pieces, plenty of prime pieces relating to early 1900’s, selection of good quality end tables, coffee tables, rocke rs, & quality used bedroom & dining room furniture, too many items to list. T E RMS : Vi s a , M C , A m e x , D e b i t C a r d , C a s h. N o r e gi s tr a t i on f e e - 10 % b u y e r s p r e m i u m . D e l i v e r y a v a il a b l e . For consignment or further info call Victor Brewda O.A.C or Peter Raithby Auctioneer, 905-683-0041 NEW FURNITURE: Bedroom suite “Emerald Home Elegance”, new arrival, Country pine post bed “Lifestyle”, walnut contemporary 7pc. 2005 “top seller bedroom set” with pewter handle, gorgeous accent commodes and carved furniture, coffee & end tables, French country 9pc. cherry diningroom suite, 11 pc. Louis Phillip dining set with 8 chairs, Italian finish 9pc. Chippendale diningroom suite, fine selection o f quality box spring and mattresses made in Canada, 5-star 800 Series Korani imported carpets and rugs, in all sizes, serveral sofa sets with choice of leather & colours made in Canada and imported in many different styles. Duncan phyfe sofa table, bookcases, stands, vitrines. This sale will offer designer furniture for your decorator ideas. GLASSWARE & CHINA: Royal Doulton figurines all discontinued, Spode vase, Roseville vase, Royal Winton, Limoges, Cobalt blue 1946 Cheq Republic, Lots of old and new china arriving daily. There will be over 60 lots in this category. ART & IMPORTANT LTD. EDITION: Trisha Romance L.E. prints; A.J. Casson, Tom Thompson, Emily Carr, J.E. MacDonald, (Group of 7), Walter Campbell, Robert Bateman, Norval Morrisseau signed and numbered serialgraphs, too many items to list...first time offered. 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First/last, no pets/smoking 905-576-1779 WHITBY SOUTH-spacious 1&2 bedroom, $760 - $860, laundry, first/last, near Go, (MOVE-IN FREE BEFORE FEB. 1ST) Day- time viewings Mon-Fri. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY,1-bdrm basement apt w/private entrance, fireplace. Non smoker, no pets. Suitable for 1 person, female preferred. Avail. immediately $680 inclusive. First/last required. 905-576-1779 WHITBY, 2-BEDROOM in Victo- rian style 4-plex, available Febru- ary 1st. $751/mth all inclusive. First/last, no smoking preferred, no pets. Leave message at (905)725-1268. WHITBY-2 bedroom suites to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY, IMMACULATE 3 bedroom detached, upper level, 5 appliances, hardwood floors, $1250/inclusive. Call (905)683- 1853 ZEPHYR loft apartment. Available Feb 1. $700 utilities included. First/last/references. Contact Brent 905-717-3935 or 1-888-989-0653 3 BEDROOM CONDOMINIUM in quiet Ajax neighbourhood. End unit, finished basement, garage, backyard, 5 appliances, a/c. Close to amenities. No smoking/pets. $1400+utilities. April 2. 905-619- 9557. BOWMANVILLE:New low-rise 2- bedroom condo near 401, all amenities. Open-concept liv- ing/dining/ kitchen. Juliet balcony. 5 appliances, A/C, parking. No smoking/pets. Immediate, $950+utilities.(905)623-2292 DOWNTOWN UXBRIDGE SPA- CIOUS-IMMACULATE 2 bedroom adult condo apartment. Includes underground parking, elevator, ap- pliances incl. washer & dryer $1200. plus hydro. 905-852-3540 NEWER 4 BEDROOM house in North Ajax. $l,800 per month. Im- mediate availability. (905)683- 1519 A-ABA-DABA-DO I HAVE A HOME FOR YOU! Do you pay $750/month or more in rent, earn $35000/yr, LET ME SHOW YOU HOW! NO down payment, up to $20,000 cash back. Call Ken Collis, Top Agent with Coldwell Banker 2M Realty, Assoc. Brkr, (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576-5200, email: kencollis@sympatico.ca 2-BEDROOM main floor, Simcoe, near lake, quiet neighbourhood, totally renovated, eat-in kitchen w/walkout to deck, parking, $1000/month includes utilities, cable, internet. February 1st. 905-448-0934. 3 BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED, Adelaide/Wilson. $1200/mo. plus utilities. Available anytime. Appli- ances, laundry facilities, near bus route. Parking. (905)623-7712 3 BEDROOM + DEN,R2000, Oshawa, large, newer, energy- efficient. 2 baths, 5 appliances, garage, air, w/out deck, Jacuzzi, fireplace, $1200+utilities. Feb 1. No pets. first/last/references. 905- 922-5814 3+1 BEDROOM HOUSE -Close to Oshawa Shopping Centre/Civ- ic/Schools. 4 appliances. $1200+ utilities. First/last. No pets. 905- 579-7581, 905-728-1612. HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY- large clean 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, large yard, laundry facilities, min. from Oshawa. $995+utilities. First/last. 905-571-0770. 3 BR. HOME on Cochrane St., Port Perry. Lg. mature lot, double garage. Suitable for family/execu- tive. $1,600/mth + utilities. Refer- ences/credit check required. Call Brett Puckrin/REMAX Scugog 905- 985-4427. ORONO, NEWER 4-BEDROOM, 3 baths, garage, close to school and amenites. Available Feb. 1st, $1200+ utilities. References required. Call (705)750-1221. OSHAWA - NEAR Hospital/O'Neil High School. Spotless 3 bedroom semi. $1200/mo. + utilities. Peter Dewsbury, sales rep., Sutton Group Heritage 905-666-9600. AJAX WESTNEY/TAUNTON 4 bedroom $1250/month plus utilities. Non-smoking References required Available Now Phone Ray 905-686-7913 AJAX - BRAND NEW 3 bedroom semi-detached, 2 1/2 washrooms, 5-appliances, deck, available im- mediately, $1350/mo. + utilities. 905-666-8031, 905-265-1985 or 416-357-5435. BROOKLIN,immaculate 3-bdrm bungalow in Olde Brooklin over- looking creek. Remodelled kitchen & bathrooms, newer broadloom, 5 appliances. $1350/mo + utilities. Call (905)259-2020 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. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - 2 bed- room home available immediately. $1100/mo. Phone 905-430-7903. IMMACULATE NORTH OSHAWA 2 bedroom home. 2 bathrooms, in- ground pool, a/c. Suits profes- sional couple. No pets/smoking. First/last. $1200+util. First/last. 905-720-0945. ORONO,3 bedroom bungalow, 4.5 acres, large kitchen, 3 bath- rooms, large principle rooms, laundry room, finished basement, gas furnace, central air, single car garage, inground swimming pool. Rent $1,3000.00 + util. Available Feb.1/06. Call Pat at 905-472- 7300 x229. OSHAWA (GIBBONS/BOND)--2- bedrooms. Good neighbourhood, large backyard, close to amenities. New Windows. Gas heat. Non- smoking. No pets. Many assets, must-see. $950/month plus util- ities. Call 905-721-0656. OSHAWA - 2 bedroom house (Main floor), large kitchen. Park and Bloor. (905) 728-8066 or (905)686-0470. OSHAWA,Central location, 3-bed- room, parking for one, bus, appli- ances, $1,000/mo. all inclusive, first/last, Avail. immediately. (905)723-1475. OSHAWA/401.4+1 bedroom fam- ily home. Garage, pool, C/A, Fire- place. Newly renovated. Near amenities, super neighbourhood. $1300 plus utilities. Available im- mediately. (905)728-8187 PICKERING, FINCH/WHITES, de- tached house, upper 2 levels, 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, garage park- ing. Near shopping, schools and transit. $1000 plus 60% utilities. Available immediately. Call Harry (416)223-2458, Jennifer (416)223- 9166. ROSSLAND/BROCK ST.,Brand New 3 bedroom, on-suite bath and shower off Master. 2.5 baths, of- fice, attached garage, laundry, 5 appliances, quiet Whitby Neigh- bourhood. No smoking/pets. $1095+. Immediate. 416-688- 7898. ROUGEMOUNT/ROSEBANK Rd. S.Executive home, 3 bedroom plus 1, diningroom, livingroom, family room, deck, immediate. (416)848-0062 SIMCOE ST. Oshawa,north of Taunton. 2-bdrm bungalow, 1/2 acre lot, large familyroom, large porch, double garage, avail. Feb. 1st. $1200/mo+ utilities. Call (905)479-0008 SUTHERLAND AVE.3 bedroom bungalow with finished basement and garage. Non-smokers. $1200 plus utilities. 905-721-1361. WHITBY,2 yr. old. 3 bedroom 2-storey, appliances, garage, park- ing, no basement, Immediate, $1250+/mo First/last/references. (905)434-8614 after 5 p.m. WHITBY/OSHAWA border..(2 for 1) 3 bedroom house plus 1 bed- room apt., appliances, air, avail Feb/March $1325plus Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766. WHITES/BAYLY, 3-BEDROOM raised bungalow, corner lot, near schools, stores, beach and 401. Only $1250 plus 40% utilities. Available immediately. Call (705)953-9293, (905)420-4345 WILLIAM PEAK CO-OP in Picker- ing has 1 and 2 bedroom seniors' apartments at $801 & $908, in- cluding utilities and cable; 3 bed- room townhouse at $1, 057 plus utilities. Call 905-837-2920. www.ucpm.ca. AJAX - 3 bedroom end unit town- house. 1.5 baths, gas heat, 4 ap- pliances $1200.. Call Paul 416- 399-5377. A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 06, 2006 www.durhamregion.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 Open 24 hrs./ 7 d a y s w k . Call 1-888-26 9 - 1 6 8 7 o r l o g o n t o : www.ezautolo a n . n e t FreshStartFinance.CA AT MOTORCITY SATURN 1520 DUNDAS ST E. WHITBY "A DIFFERENT KIND OF CREDIT ANY KIND OF CAR" *BANKRUPTCY *PROPOSAL *COLLECTIONS *DIVORCE/SEPARATION *NEW CREDIT Online Credit approvals now available 24/7. Rates starting at 8.99% Contact: Kristin Elliott 905-444-2596 (Direct) 1-877-728-8766 ext 327 kelliott@motorcitysaturn.com "Everyone deserves a Fresh Start" www.motorcitysaturn.com www.FreshStartFinance.ca YOU ARE APPROVED ! Simply Prove Your Income Your Residence You are Insurable You have a Valid Drivers License Only $299 Down NEWSTART LEASING 1-866-340-5559 Robert & Suzanne Estall are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter Jennifer Dr. Jennifer Lynn Estall with a degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology November 2005 Our Congratulations! GORDON, Joan Shirley Peacefully passed away, on Thursday, January 5, 2006, at the age of 66. Be- loved wife of Soren. Loving mother of Debra Smith and her husband Jim, and Glen and his wife Lora. Cherished grandmother of Lisa, Derek, Alex, Re- becca, Samantha and Brett. Dear sister of Frank Wahlers and his wife Dina, and Bill Wahlers and his wife Marg. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Friday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Saturday, January 7, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Crema- tion. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. AJAX Hwy 2 & Salem.4year old townhouse, 5 appliances C/Air, 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths. Walk to everything. $1300+utilities. Avail- able Feb 15. 905-424-1715 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA,Close to GM, newly decorated 3-bdrm townhouse. No pets. Available immediately. $1200/mo inclusive. First/last req'd. Call (905)435-4363 PICKERING, 4-BEDROOM,2 bath townhome w/cozy in-law suite. Walk to Go, schools, mall. Ensuite laundry, underground heated garage. Newly installed ceramic tiles, carpet throughout. $1250+ utilities. Feb. 1st. (416)879-7243 WILLOW PARK CO-OP at Taunton and Harmony Rds. has 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes avail- able immediately from $964 plus utilities (incl. cable) Call: (905)432-6809 www.ucpm.ca WORKING COUPLE with 2 small children looking to rent or rent to own a 3 bedroom house in the South Courtice, South Bowman- ville or Newcastle area for March 1st, 2006. References available. Please call 905-697-5834 and leave message. 1-FURNISHED ROOM in quiet home, nice neighbourhood. Ajax. Harwood/Hwy#2. First/last. Walk- ing distance to all amenities. Bus route. No smoking/pets. Working male preferred. Laundry/cable $450/month. Avail. Feb.1. 416- 893-0140. 13X10 ROOM, main floor of house near Oshawa Centre. Share Kitchen/bath with family. No parking, pets/smoking or laundry services. $100/week. Suits single working individual or student. 905-259-1132. AJAX WESTNEY HEIGHTS 1 furnished room in house $400/monthly Cable, share facilities, suit non-smoking male First/last Av ailable immediately (905)428-9114 AJAX, BEDROOM in quiet clean home. Share bath & kitchen. No smoking/pets. Suitable for mature working female. $500/mo. Avail. immediately. Rossland/Raven- scroft area. First/last, references. (905)426-6242 COZY COUNTRY ROOM, 5 min East of Oshawa Walmart. Panoramic view, new appliances, $400/inclusive. January/Feb 1st. 905-432-4367. NEAR GM SOUTH, very large bed/sitting room, in quiet home, fully furnished, shared bath/kitchen with one male. Private entrance, All inclusive $500/month, available Feb.1st. (905)576-2817. OSHAWA Ritson/Taunton beauti- ful new home, spacious room with large ensuite, furnished, share kitchen. Student/single profession- al. $500 includes all utilities & laundry. first/last. No smoking. (905)243-9029 PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly walk to GO, fully furnished, private room, TV, laundry/kitchen. Suit- able for student or professional, no smoking/pets. $500-incl. first/last. Avail immediately. 416- 573-4445, 905-421-0225 PICKERING, 2 rooms for rent $350/each inclusive, quiet home, available immediately, near shop- ping & amenities. Female pre- ferred. Call (905)426-1974 leave message. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet included. Available immediately, 1st/last, $450/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. HARWOOD/HWY. 2 1 bedroom/bathroom Pa r king/Amenities $450/all inclusive First/last Single person preferred 416-571-3859 905-426-4491 PICKERING, PRIVATE ROOM, full use of house, 5 mins to Go train, 401, OPG and Lake. $450 in- clusive, call Mike (905)492-0057 SHARED ACCOMMODATION - share luxurious detached - Fur- nished room, brand new TV, a/c,, internet, $525/all inclusive, laundry parking, available immediately.. Prime Brock/Taunton Whitby. (905)655-1612 SHARED ACCOMMODATION- quiet, residential neighbourhood; near amenities, OC; $500 inclu- sive; gas fireplaces, hardwood floors; beautiful, non-smoking home; private bedroom, separate living areas; backyard w/deck; fun, easygoing roommates. Immediate. 905-723-8199. SHARED ACCOMMODATION- quiet, residential neighbourhood; near amenities, OC; $500 inclu- sive; gas fireplaces, hardwood floors; beautiful, non-smoking home; private bedroom, separate living areas; backyard w/deck; fun, easygoing roommates. Immediate. 905-723-8199. FISHING BOAT - 14' fibreglass hull, back side bench & 2 middle sets, wired for lights & live well 20 hp. Evinrude, Northtrail trailer, tongue jade. Boat runs well & in great shape. $1700. Also 36 lb. thrust Minn Kota electric $250. Will store for winter. 705-328-0402 af- ter 6 p.m. 2000 SKIDOO MXZ.8000km. Up- graded skis, twin carbides. Mint condition. $35000-obo. (905)260- 5243 EARLY SWIMMING POOL BOOKINGS.Book before January 31 and get 2004 prices for Spring/2006. Some models in stock. Over 17 years experience. 14x26 installed from $12,999. (416)554-8195, (905)985-3491 www.innovativmarketing.com SINCERE SINGLES,to meet someone special call 1-866-719- 9116. Specializing in long term re- lationships since 1992. 1/2 price specials. SINGLE WHITE MALE 54 years old looking to meet slim lady for companionship and perhaps more. Children and smoking are okay. (905)493-0260 FULL-TIME LIVE-IN CAREGIVER for 2 boys, 27 months and 6 months. $9/hour. Please call 905- 426-9667. QUALITY DAYCARE Westney/Delaney, excellent rates - now is the time to look for a good caregiver. All ages, full or part time, days or Sat., homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686-8719 CAREGIVER SERVICE provided by mature lady. Housekeeping, shopping, meals, doctor's appt. Any service req'd 7 days/week. Bonded, CPR. Call Sue (905)683- 0190, 416-464-6989. Get Fit! Have Fun! Get Into DANCEIT Classes begin week of January 9, 2006 Contact Camille 416-669-9820 camille_danceit@ yahoo.ca 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 !!!2006. SATELLITE SERVICE for FTA receivers. www.durhamsat.com. Signup to our new dedicated support site. 905-767-0013 email: durhamsat@gmail.com Visit our booth at the Courtice fleemarket. 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 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. A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver 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 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. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ARIENS SNOWBLOWER, 8hp/24 in. 6 for/2 rev. Elec. start. 2 yrs. old. Paid $1800, selling $1125. 905-431-3430. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416)748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: P4/1.8Ghz (IBM Dsktp) 512mb/40g/dvd-cd-rw: only $319., add matching 17" Flat (CRT) Moni- tor for $65., Laptops. Call for Cur- rent Inventory. Repairs at reason- able rates. 112 Luke Street, Oshawa. (905) 576-9216 or email: bitsandbytes@rogers.com www.bitsandbytestech.com BRAND NEW white box closed trailer, 20ft. x 8ft. big barn doors on back, small side door, asking $9,500 or best offer. (416)684- 1094. CARPET CARPET CARPETS - All Berber carpets on sale starting from $13/yard installed including hi-density pad. 12mm thick lami- nate from $2.49 sq. ft. installation available. All other carpets and vi- nyls at unbeatable prices. Lots of selection for every budget. Free in- home quotes. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS 1-800-578-0497, 905-242- 3691 (Oshawa area); 905-373- 2260. 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 & Wireless Security. We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Re- pairs/Sales call S D L 905-428- 7559, cell 416-892-6965 CRIB W/MATTRESS,change ta- ble,dresser. High-chair, playpen, stroller w/infant car seat. Solid pine dining room table w/4 chairs, 2 love seats (1 green leather). 905- 723-7448. 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. ELECTRIC FURNACE, excellent condition $300; small airtight stove, excellent condition $200. Call 905-985-2504. ELEVEN-PIECE solid pine dining- room $1450; dryer 2-yr $250; washer $300 ($500-both); stove $150; portable dishwasher 6-mo $350; Craftmatic double bed $750; maple pedestal table 4 chairs $400; gas dryer 2-yrs $250; queen bedroom $450; (905)260-1123 FREE INSTSALLATION on closet mirror sliding doors, any size, ex- ample 96x96 $360; free deilvery, tax included. (416)618-8805 FURNACES,new, Mid-efficiency from $695; high-efficiency from $995; gas lines for stove, dryer, bbq etc from $99; Call The Gas Works 905-434-3028. G.E. SIDE BY SIDE fridge/freezer, approx. 7 yrs. old, $175. (905)509-0934 GENERATOR BLOW-OUT!!All sizes, eg. 1800 watt $349.00. New, warranty. 888-743-9378. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes. Delivery in- cluded. PAUL'S HOME AND LEI- SURE 905-259-4514 or 866-972- 6837 www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB/SPA new demo, 5HP motor, 5 seats, includes new cover and ozonator and light. Was $7, 000, Now $4495. Call 416-318- 1333. JESTER'S COURT requires expe- rienced chefs and line cooks to start immediately. Apply in person with resume to 279 Queen Street, Port Perry. KENMORE ELITE Heavy Duty Washer & Dryer, super quiet, full warranty, washer $450, dryer $275. Call (905)428-2684 KENMORE fridge and stove, al- mond, good running condition, $300/pair. (905)839-8602 MAG WHEELS,(set of 4), 18" with low profile tires, only used one summer. Will fit Sunfire, Cavalier, Vibe etc. $900. 905-259-9846 MAYTAG PERFORMA fridge/freezer, 18.6 cubic ft. Good condition. Got new fridge for xmas, must go! $225. 905-428-3200. NEED A HOME PHONE reconnected? TELECREDIT Phone service provider. No credit, no deposit, no contracts, just hookups $34.95 mo. 1-888-424-6658 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, washers $199/up, new and coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NEW YEARS SPECIAL!! Grain fed beef Guaranteed! Call anytime 905-986-4932 PANASONIC TUW flat screen 32" silver TV, $750. also another black TV, Panasonic for $550. Cannon scanner $300, and DC Boa's snowboarding boots $275. Call 905-922-7015. 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 PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS - Christmas specials on now, check us out. 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 and Howard Miller clocks. Makes the perfect Christmas gift.. Super special sale on all grand pianos instock. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package in- cluded. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SILVER FOX,full length coat, size 10, in beautiful condition, worn twice. $1,800. firm (worth $12,000). Call (905)723-0006 SINGLE/DBLE BIRCH bunk bed + dresser for sale paid $1,200 ask- ing $600. Call Judy 416 417-9951 WANTED:good working clean appliances, bedroom furniture adult or childs, dining room furni- ture, livingroom furniture and wood kitchen table and chairs. will pay cash & pick up. (905)260-1123 FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell (905)424- 9411 HARDWOOD LOGS for firewood. Delivered by truck & trailer. Merrill Barry 705-754-2258. LAKERIDGE FARM FIREWOOD, The best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/ delivered. Call 905- 424-1735. BEAUTIFUL rare Male Boston Bulldogge puppy (toy boxer), black, white, brindle. Vet checked, second shots, tail, dewclaws & de- wormed. Parents registered. Paper trained $900. 905-655-1081. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS, farm raised, vet checked and de- wormed. Great family dog and ready to go, $500 each. Please call 905-352-2753. GORGEOUS SHIH TZU puppies, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked, non-allergenic, non- shedding, home raised. Born Nov 11th, assorted colours, 4 males, 2 females. $650. Call (905)430-2261 POMERANIAN PUPS,2 females, 1 male. Ready to Go. $600 each. (705) 878-7066 '86 DODGE 600 SC,4 cylinder, new parts. Asking $500 OBO, as is. 905-686-4404 03 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX 4-door, deep red, 70000km, bal- ance power train, 2.7 V6, auto, all power, am/fm/cd, mags, michelins, spoiler, A1 certified, $13700 OBO 800-366-8444. 1991 DODGE SHADOW, $500 As Is. 905-579-0252. 1994 HYUNDAI EXCEL,79,000 K.M. $1,500 or best offer. Excel- lent running condition. call (905)579-7036 1995 LINCOLN TOWN Car, grey leather, excellent condition. Ask- ing $6, 800. 905-837-8618. 1996 GRAND JEEP Cherokee, 5.2, V8, Quadra drive, fully loaded. Black with leather heated seats, $6000 certified and E-tested, $5,500 as is. Phone 905-797- 2899 or 905-260-2547. 2000 CHEVY IMPALA,excellent condtion, 3.4L engine, new brake pads & rotors, good tires, $7300 obo. (905)579-0664 2000 CHRYSLER LHS, $5990. 2000 Ford Focus, $5490. 1998 Mazda Protege, $4490. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4, $3999. 1992 Ford Explorer 4x4, $2990. Others from $1699 and up. Certified and E-Tested. Free 6 month warranty. (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2005 MINI COOPER S,premium pkg, 6-speed, sunroof, fog lights, heated seats, hyper blue, interior body colour, white roof and wheels, air cond, multi-function steering wheel, cruise control, pw, pl, tilt wheel, CD. 23000km. $29,700. 905-505-1055. Newmar- ket. 2005 MINI COOPER S, premium pkg, 6-speed, sunroof, fog lights, heated seats, hyper blue, interior body colour, white roof/ wheels, a/c, multi-function steering wheel, cruise control, pw, pl, tilt wheel, CD. 23000km. $29,700. 905-505- 1055. Newmarket. LEASE TAKEOVER,2005 Pon- tiac G6 GT. Black, fully loaded. Ta ke over lease for 38 months for only $391.02/month, taxes incl. w/$0 cash down. Currently has 19,324km's and can be driven up to 96,000 at no extra cost. Call Brian 905-623-5517 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 BANKRUPTCY 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. 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