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PA CT wants land swap done ‘right’ Pilot project helps identify students in need By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — Durham public schools are using web-based tools to help iden- tify kindergarten students at risk of fall- ing behind. Through a Council of Ontario Direc- tors of Education (CODE) pilot project, the Durham District School Board is currently working to improve the perfor- mance of kindergarten students, includ- ing those with special needs, trustees heard at the Jan. 9 standing committee meeting. “The focus of our original plan is to maximize achievement in literacy for all kindergarten students,” said Elaine Pask, instructional facilitator and researcher with the board, during a presentation to trustees. The plan includes training for the web-based teaching tool, the setup of professional learning communities and a universal design for learning, said Mar- Will ask for tougher assessment of Pickering’s Seaton property By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — The move towards swapping land in Seaton with land in Richmond Hill is one step closer to completion. The Ontario Realty Corporation’s consultants have completed the envi- ronmental study report regarding the swapping of privately owned land on the Oak Ridges Moraine in Richmond Hill with provincially-owned land in Seaton. The land to be swapped in Seaton is scheduled to be developed for a community of 40,000 to 60,000. With the report now complete, the public has 30 calendar days from Jan. 11 to request that the minister of the environment issue a bump up of a class environmental assessment to an individual EA. At least one group will be taking ad- vantage of that opportunity. “The Class C EA is really not the right environmental assessment for any land swap deal of this size and nature,” said David Steele, chairman of Pickering- Ajax Citizens Together for the Environ- ment (PACT). “They claim to protect Oak Ridges Moraine land, but they fail to protect the environmentally sensi- tive Seaton land.” He said he would be sending his request for a bump up within the next two weeks. He will be sending it on be- half of PACT, as well as 3,500 residents who signed a petition in the fall of 2004 asking for a bump up. Mr. Steele said he is concerned about what will happen to the land and the environment of Seaton once the swap goes through and the land is developed based on the findings of the class EA. BARRACUDAS HAVE ALL THE ANGLES COVERED A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Durham West’s Carling Jeyes digs for a loose puck while Burlington’s Tracy Galbraith, left, defends during Provincial Women’s Hockey League intermedi- ate action at the Pickering Recreation Complex. The Durham West Junior Lightning, made up of players from across Durham, played the Burlington Junior Barracudas to a 3-3 tie on Saturday. ‘When you come into my church, you’ll find me saying the same thing’ By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM — Conservative Party candidate Rondo Thomas is standing behind the words he used in a video denouncing same-sex marriage. “Now, when you come into my church, you’ll find me saying the same thing,” said Mr. Thomas on Tuesday in his first comments since the video was released last week. The video shows Mr. Thomas speak- ing outside the constituency office of Liberal MP Judy Sgro. Shot by an inde- pendent filmmaker last February, Mr. Thomas said, “There is going to be a clash of morality views between those who believe in righteousness and those who believe in immorality and when we collide there is going to be conflict. “We are engaging the enemy today; we are going to win this battle.” Later in the segment, he said, “We Officers in the zone: 1,700 charges in one week Blitz ongoing near schools DURHAM — More than 1,700 charges were laid against motorists in the first week of a Durham Re- gional Police blitz targeting traffic infractions in school zones. The majority of the tickets written in the opening days of Operation In The Zone were for speeding, while other transgressions, including ig- noring stop signs and failing to pro- vide proper documentation, rounded out the charges laid, police said. Most charges -- 1,258 -- were speeding infractions, while anoth- er 57 were laid for speeding within community safety zones, police said. Another 88 motorists were busted for failing to stop at stop signs, and offi- cers cited 186 drivers for document- related offences. In all, 1,716 tickets were written during the blitz. Operation In The zone kicked off Drive to Stay Alive in 2006, an aggres- sive and multi-faceted police cam- paign that will continue throughout the year. Thomas sticks to his guns on ‘conflict’ Durham board working to minimize risks ✦ See Early, Page A4 ✦ See Pastor, Page A5 ✦ See Pickering, Page A4 The Pickering 48 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2006 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 ROGERS HOME PHONE ROGERS PERSONAL T.V. ®TM ROGERS YAHOO! 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Mr. Hunter plans to buy a new bedroom set for his granddaughter, purchase a small used car, “because our current one is worn out.” His wife plans to visit her mother in Ja- maica. “We will be penny pinchers for sure. This win is such a blessing and will certainly give us a fresh start for the New Year,” he said. [ What’s on ] Durham helps win butt battle DURHAM — Time to quit. That’s the message the Durham Region health department is sending out for National Non-Smoking Week, Jan. 15 to 21. Entering the week, officials are encouraged by results of a recent health department survey that says 73 per cent of area adults plan on quitting smoking in the next six months. This represents an increase from 61 per cent in 2004. Residents of Durham and across Ontario will also see the im- plementation of the Smoke-Free On- tario Act, which will make all public places and workplaces throughout the province smoke-free as of May 31. The Smoke-Free Ontario strat- egy includes initiatives designed to decrease youth access to tobacco products, protect people from ex- posure to second-hand smoke and increase assistance for people who want to quit. Health department employees are hosting displays at Durham Region Headquarters, 605 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, from Jan. 16 to 20. [ Index ] Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Classified, B4 Entertainment, B7 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 48,900 infodurhamregion.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 Tournaments include Deluxe Hot & Cold Buffet or your choice of N.Y. 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Editorial, A6 ON TRACK Felicien working to come back strong this summer Page B1 ROLLING ALONG Hyundai Talus makes its debut Wheels pullout Holland discusses issues with seniors By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — Betty Price thought she had made up her mind about who she was voting for, but after listen- ing to her Liberal candidate last Thursday morning she wasn’t so sure anymore. Ms. Price was one of nine residents of the Ballycliffe Retirement Lodge to come out to hear Ajax-Pickering candidate Mark Holland talk a little about himself, the work he’s done as their MP and his campaign. “I had sort of decided, but after this morning I don’t know,” Ms. Price said. She didn’t listen to Mr. Holland’s pitch passively, Ms. Price was all over him with questions about Prime Minister Paul Martin’s lead- ership and the sponsorship scandal. “You need to get a new boss, that’s what you need,” she said. “Nobody will ever convince me that he didn’t know what was going on (with the sponsorship scan- dal) and if he didn’t he should have.” Mr. Holland defended Mr. Martin by pointing out he could have han- dled it internally and been secre- tive, but he instead appointed Justice John Gomery to handle the inquiry publicly. He also tried to distance himself from the scandal that took place long before he was elected to office. “Nothing makes me more angry than having my repu- tation tarnished over the ac- tions of some scum-bucket in another province,” he said. Making the rounds at different organizations, se- niors centres and retirement homes is all a part of cam- paigning. It gives the candidates the chance to speak to a group of people with some similar concerns and makes it easy for voters to get information about a candidate and have their questions answered. Ms. Price didn’t just have questions and comments about the sponsorship scan- dal, she also had questions about old age pension and help for seniors. She talked about how she worked hard, bought a home, put money into her pension and made RRSP contributions and now she is strug- gling. “I did all the things I should do and now here I am, I don’t have enough money to go across the street and have a meal,” Ms. Price said. Lorraine Morgan has seen a lot of elections in her 101 years in Canada, and after being a lifelong Conserva- tive, she said she’s voting Liberal this time around. She adds she made that decision before hearing Mr. Holland. “I’ve always been a Con- servative, but I’m changing to the Liberals,” she said. “I don’t think Stephen Harper has the experience that (Paul) Martin has.” Mr. Holland handed out literature and shook each of their hands before heading out. “You just get rid of your boss and you’ll be fine,” Ms. Price said before wishing him good luck. P PA GE A2 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 JANUARY MARKDOWNS JANUARY MARKDOWNS JANUARYJANUARY MARKDOWNSMARKDOWNS ROLLAWAY COT complete $169 PERCALE SHEET SETS from $29 • Bed Frame • Mattress Pad • Bed Rails • Comforter • Layaway • Pillow • Set-Up • Disposal of Old Set • Percale Set of Sheets • Local Delivery COUPON FREE CHOICES4ANY WITH ANY MATCHING MATTRESS SET PURCHASED COUPON DO NOT PAY FOR 1 YEAR! O.A.C. 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The prequalifi cation process will include an assessment of previous performance in a number of areas, including but not limited to: similar work, scheduling, management, workmanship, fi nal completion, correction of defi ciencies and Health & Safety. Pre-qualifi cation information shall be submitted to the Architect not later than 12:00 noon: FRIDAY, 3 FEBRUARY 2006 Envelopes labeled General Contractor Pre-qualifi ca- tion Submission for the Durham Catholic District School Board and delivered to: Paul Weppler, Saccoccio Weppler Architects Inc., 215 Morrish Road, Suite 109, Toronto, Ontario, M1C 1E9 (416)282-1197 Submissions received after the closing deadline will not be accepted. The Board reserves the right to select and approve only those Contractors that the Board deems suitable. MARY ANN MARTIN PATRICIA A. 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E., Whitby THE GIFT HOUSE 18 King St. E., Oshawa THE BAY - Oshawa Centre JEWELLERY BY SANDERS Gibbons & King St., Oshawa EVERLASTING MEMORIES 305 Queen St., Port Perry OSHAWA/WHITBY/ CLARINGTON THIS WEEK 865 Farewell St., Oshawa HOUSE OF GOLDEN AIRE 467 Bond St. E., Oshawa BLISS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE 19 Sawdon Dr., Whitby LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DAN CLANCY Lead Vocalist for Super Group LIGHTHOUSE durhamregion.com Hopefuls discuss airport, economy and biblical principles DURHAM — Business issues were on the menu during an all-candidates’ meeting hosted by the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade last week. All but two of the candidates running in Ajax-Pickering and Pickering-Scarborough East ridings attended the event, which attracted an audience of about 70. Missing were Rondo Thomas, the Conser- vative candidate in Ajax-Pickering, and Jeff Brownridge, the Green Party hopeful in Picker- ing-Scarborough East. Candidates were told prior to the event, held at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club, to limit their comments to issues related to business. “Biblical principles work,” said Kevin Norng (Christian Heritage Party, Ajax-Pickering), not- ing businesses should focus on them. “Busi- nesses should give back to the community and their employees. Canada doesn’t have a money problem. The problem is a moral problem.” Tim Dobson (Conservative, Pickering-Scar- borough East) discussed the Pickering airport lands, saying he’s against an airport being built. “Personally, I’m opposed to the construction. “As a member of the Conservative Party, a number of us have discussed it,” he stated, add- ing some were for it and others against. “We have to work together, with the board of trade and community groups to find what is best.” Russell Korus (Green Party, Ajax-Pickering) used an analogy to describe Canada, saying the country was a bus going 100 miles an hour and heading towards a wall, with the Conservatives and Liberals arguing over who should drive the bus. Businesses concerns can’t be separated from environmental issues, Mr. Korus said, or in 30 years, “it won’t matter what job you have or the car you drive. The quality of life will be signifi- cantly impacted.” Pickering-Scarborough East independent candidate Pedro Gonsalves supported a Picker- ing airport, saying, “We have to wake up and get with the program. Toronto is booming and needs a second airport. We need federal leader- ship on this.” Dan McTeague (Liberal, Pickering-Scarbor- ough East) said the Liberals “get it” when deal- ing with business. He pointed to helping Gen- eral Motors and the Beacon Project, along with aid to small- and medium-sized businesses. Mark Holland (Liberal, Ajax-Pickering) noted national unemployment is down and the fed- eral government is running a surplus. “Today, Canada is in a very strong position,” he said. “We can invest in areas we care about, like health care and day care.” Gary Dale (New Democratic Party, Pickering- Scarborough East) said his party “understands cities. Jack Layton understands cities. We have a specific plan for Pickering. “We have the ability to make this area a cen- tre for green energy,” he stated, adding the “U.S. has closed more windmills than Canada has built.” Kevin Modeste (New Democratic Party, Ajax- Pickering) said the party is different from ear- lier days. “You’re not dealing with the old NDP,” he said. “Social justice and economic prosperity are two sides of the same coin. You can’t sepa- rate social justice and the economy. “If you look at today’s NDP, not only will we meet today’s needs, but our long-term needs. Look at where social justice and the economy work together. It’s the Canada we all want.” Chai Kalevar (Canada Action Party, Picker- ing-Scarborough East) likened the U.S. and its impact on the Canadian economy to an “800- pound gorilla” . “The best thing is to jump off that window. We think Canada should get off that thing if we can’t turn the bus around.” Board of trade serves up Pickering and Ajax candidates NEWS ADVERTISER Ajax and Pickering vote Jan. 23 Mu slims put Modeste to the election test Want to know why they should vote NDP and not strategically By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM — Kevin Modeste found out fairly early during a visit to the Al-Mahdi Islamic Centre that it would be an up-hill battle to find votes. The New Democratic Party candidate in Ajax- Pickering Riding was invited to the centre, in Cher- rywood, last week to meet with members. Mubashir Rizvi, secretary at the centre, said can- didates have been invited to visit during each elec- tion campaign. “Traditionally, we invite the candidates to speak to the different perspectives they have,” Mr. Rizvi said, adding the aim is to start a dialogue with the candidates. While introducing Mr. Modeste to about 50 men in the mosque’s prayer area, Mr. Rizvi said the ques- tion was “why we Canadian Muslims should be vot- ing for (the NDP). Realistically, they won’t form the government. It’s better to vote strategically.” Mr. Modeste challenged the notion. “Why vote NDP when they have no chance? I don’t look at it that way. Vote strategically? I say no. I say emphatically no,” he said. “I challenge you to vote critically, not tradition- ally. I don’t want people to vote NDP because they’ve always done that but because we offer the best chance. “We need a balanced approach to create a sus- tainable future,” he said, noting the federal govern- ment has been focusing on paying down the debt “but health care is falling apart. “The economy won’t work if we don’t invest in people,” Mr. Modeste said, adding training is impor- tant in a knowledge-based economy. Accessing health care “shouldn’t be determined on your ability to pay,” he added. “I encourage you not to vote traditionally, but to vote critically.” Syed Rizvi felt Mr. Modeste was “speaking from his heart. “We need a balance. You can’t paint ev- erything with one brush,” he stated. “I don’t like Jack Layton pulling the plug (on the last Parliament). Let the government run.” Uzair Rizvi will be voting for the first time. “I liked what he said, communities coming together.” Ahsan Butt added, “The NDP probably knows it won’t come to power,” but added it’s good to “get to know alternate candidates. We are a community here. Sometimes we have problems, we can go back to them.” Iman Zaki Baqri said his followers “aren’t looking at the party,” but rather at the candidate. “They are free to act and they should do some- thing. Look at the person, the candidate, what he is offering for us,” Iman Baqri noted, adding Mr. Modeste gave “a very, very nice speech.” Iman Baqri’s daughter, Sumiya, spoke with Mr. Modeste prior to his address. She described the cen- tre as “less of a mosque and more of a community centre. It’s an alternative for kids. They can come here on Friday night.” There are also classes on dealing with peer pres- sure and world issues. “We tie everything so we can be good Canadians,” she added. tyn Beckett, the board’s special educa- tion superintendent. Originally approved at $146,298, the plan was later provided with $100,000 more from the Ministry of Education because of the quality and depth of the original proposal, trustees heard. “A wonderful surprise,” said Ms. Pask. The project team is recommending adding another grouping of schools with high Education Quality Accountability Office (EQAO) scores to conduct a com- parative study of student achievement between priority and high-achieving schools, according to a report that ac- companied the presentation. The infor- mation would be used to decide if the web-based teaching tool produces equal gains for students or greater ones for those at risk. Web-based teaching tools primarily help teachers and staff identify students who could be a risk in their future learn- ing. The tools were created by the Learn- ing Disabilities Association of Ontario with funding from the Education Minis- try. The web program requires a pass- word and provides screening tools to help teachers measure school readiness and phonological awareness and flags students at risk. Through an interven- tion and tracking process, observation checklists are available to help identify strengths, needs and responses to inter- vention. “Kindergarten students arrive with various degrees of readiness,” said Ms. Pask. Without early intervention, they could later be inappropriately labelled as learning disabled, she added. The school board is in the process of training staff to use the web-based training tools and has implemented them in some classrooms as well, said Mr. Beckett. P PA GE A4 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 Thank You Thank you to all of my supporters and friends for your kind words of condolence to my family and the families of my close friends. I also wish to thank my campaign team, the constituents of Ajax Pickering for their understanding and patience during this time of our loss. Rondo Thomas, Conservative Candidate Ajax Pickering Authorized by the offi cial Agent for Rondo Thomas Campaign Wa rren Parker, Claremont Ont. Age 36 Hit and Run Jan. 7, 2006 Laid to Rest in Pickering Jan. 12, 2006 Rev Larry Gillians Newburg Ont. Age 74 Suddenly of Heart attack Jan. 10, 2006 Laid to rest in Napanee Jan. 14, 2006 Pickering location now closed. Visit us in: AJAX - Harwood Place - 314 Harwood Ave. S Tel. 905-686-3100 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-9pm; Sat 9:30am-6pm; Sun Noon-5pm DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD PRE-QUALIFICATION OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS The Board intends to invite Mechanical and Electrical Contractors from a pre-qualifi ed list for all construction, maintenance and repair projects up to $500,000.00 to be tendered in 2006. All Mechanical and Electrical Contrac- tors interested in bidding on these projects must partici- pate in the pre-qualifi cation process. Pre-qualifi cation proposals shall be based upon CCDC Document No.11 as well as supplementary documenta- tion to demonstrate managerial, safety and fi nancial- bonding capabilities. Mechanical and Electrical Contractors interested in being pre-qualifi ed to bid the work MUST submit the follow- ing: • Completed CCDC Document No. 11 including list- ing of similar completed projects, brief system descrip- tions, references, etc. • Management staff resumes. • Letter authorizing DCDSB to obtain fi nancial infor- mation from institutions on the application. • Detailed description of the Contractor’s Health and Safety policies. • Submission of most recent form of CAD 7 Calcu- lations or the Merit Adjusted Premium Program Rate Statement (MAPP) issued by the WSIB. Tenders for all projects in 2006 will be invited from the list of pre-qualifi ed Mechanical and Electrical Contrac- tors only. The pre-qualifi cation process will include an assessment of previous performance in a number of areas, including but not limited to: similar work, sched- uling, management, workmanship, fi nal completion, system fi ne tuning, correction of defi ciencies and Health & Safety. Pre-qualifi cation information shall be submitted to the Architect not later than 12:00 noon: FRIDAY, 3 FEBRUARY 2006 Envelopes labeled Mechanical or Electrical Contractor Pre-qualifi cation Submission for the Durham Catho- lic District School Board and delivered to: Paul Weppler, Saccoccio Weppler Architects Inc., 215 Morrish Road, Suite 109, Toronto, Ontario, M1C 1E9 (416)282-1197 Submissions received after the closing deadline will not be accepted. The Board reserves the right to select and approve only those Contractors that the Board deems suitable. MARY ANN MARTIN PATRICIA A. MANSON Chair of the Board Director of Education w e’ll give you a reason to smile... ...at the Deegan Denture Clinics Full & Partial Dentures Same Day Relines & Repair Soft Liners Implant Dentures BPS® Dentures Complimentary Consultations Michael C. Deegan D.D. 134 Harwood Ave. S. 905-683-6074 4HE 0ICKERING 3CARBOROUGH %AST CANDIDATES SHARE THEIR CHOICES IN CARS HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS POLITICAL INSPIRATIONS AND MUCH MORE 2EAD $ANIELLE -ILLEYS BLOG FOR A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE ON YOUR CANDIDATES FOR FEDERAL OFFICE WWWDRINFOCAPICKSCARBHTML 5IFMJHIUFSTJEFPGUIFGFEFSBMFMFDUJPO “With what they want to do with that land, it could possibly dry up all the streams, creeks and wetlands,” he said. Jim Butticci, ORC spokesman, said the mandate of ORC was to facilitate the land exchange and not speak to land use. The City of Pickering has also gone on record requesting a bump up. When the EA process first got underway, Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner was pushing hard for the full EA. “My position continues to be, noth- ing has suggested we should not be requesting a bump up,” he said. He said staff is currently preparing a report on the EA study report and he thought it would be coming to the Jan. 24 meeting. Copies of the report can be viewed at www.orc.on.ca or at the reference desk of the Pickering Central Library, 1 The Esplanade. If the minister receives a request for a bump up, she has 45 days to either grant the request, deny it or send it to mediation. ✦ Early from page A1 ✦ Pickering from page A1 Pickering favours tougher assessment Early intervention can ward off problems later Metroland Durham Region DURHAM — Four Durham residents are among several people facing charges after the seizure of a large amount of drugs. The charges came after the RCMP seized approximately 500 kilograms of cannabis oil and 360 kg of cannabis, ac- cording to police. The drugs, hidden in a container in Halifax, were discovered by Canada Bor- der Services agents, the RCMP said. To ronto police joined the RCMP in a subsequent investigation that led to the arrests, announced Friday. Charged with conspiracy to import a controlled substance are: Everton James, 21, of Mc- Brady Crescent, Pickering; Wayne An- thony Barrett, 39, Raven Lane, Ajax; Evan Lincoln James, 46, McBrady Crescent, Pickering; Sean Egerton Barnswell, 35, Rouge Forest Crescent, Pickering; and Donovan Gordon, 45, Velipillai Yogara- jah, 35, and Ponnampalam Arumugam, 51, all of Toronto. Pickering residents charged in drug raid cannot change the definition of marriage. If we are going to re- define marriage so it is same- sex couples, then that eliminates procreation -- and if the other side had their way, that’s the way it would be.” Mr. Thomas, who’s running in Ajax-Pickering Riding, noted Tu esday he hasn’t seen the video. “O ne of the things that needs to be clear is who I was address- ing. I was speaking as a pastor to a group of Christians,” Mr. Thomas said. “My focus was the Liberal Party and I meant every word I said to a group of Christians there. The comments were made almost a year ago, when I wasn’t a politician.” Shortly after the video came out, the Conservative Party dis- tanced itself from Mr. Thomas’s comments, saying they did not reflect those of Conservative leader Stephen Harper. No one from the party has told him to rein in his views, Mr. Thomas said. The video was released by Lib- eral Party candidate Mark Hol- land and Mr. Thomas dismisses his opponent’s actions. “Mark Holland is a desperate man. Mark Holland is running without a real platform and with- out a track record. Because he is concerned about his position, he has gone to name calling and his name calling is typical of what Mark has been doing in the past. Any time anybody doesn’t agree with Mark Holland, then Mark Holland starts calling names,” Mr. Thomas stated. He added, “I happen to be the son of a black man and all through growing up, I have been the victim of name calling. I thought maybe by working hard, getting an education and becom- ing the man who I am, I’d have all of that behind me. I thought I had climbed that mountain.” Last week, Mr. Thomas missed a series of all-candidate meetings and did not return numerous calls to comment on the video. His campaign office also would not comment. He said he was attending the funerals of two close friends, Warren Parker, whose fam- ily lives in Claremont, and Larry Gillans of Napanee. “These weren’t just ordinary people. These people were in- credibly close to me. That’s why I was there. People have to come before your politics.,” Mr. Thom- as stated. P PA GE A5 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 SEE FOR YOURSELF:THE CRASH-PROOF POLICY* A hit can happen!That’s why BELAIRdirect offersTheCrash-Proof Policy.You’vehad your first at-fault accident? No problem. No premium increase. No impact on your good driving record. *Certain conditions apply. 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The next municipal election will be held on Monday, November 13, 2006 If your are not a registered Catholic school supporter, you are encouraged to register now. For more information, please call the Admissions Department of the Durham Catholic District School Board at 905.576.6707 or toll free at 1.877.482.0722 ext. 2253 or contact the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association at (416) 932-9460 or ocsta@ocsta.on.ca. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Boomer’s buds PICKERING — Hans and Gisela Stark took advantage of the warmer- than-usual weather recently to walk Boomer in Pickering Beach Park. ✦ Pastor from page A1 Pa stor Thomas ‘meant every word’ on videoPickering ad vance polls very busy By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Despite the recent return to more winter- like weather, more people took advantage of the opportunity to vote early than in 2004. Advance polls were open Jan. 13, 14 and 16 and Joseph Birungi, Pickering-Scarborough East re- turning officer, said the number of people casting their ballot early was up. This is Mr. Birungi’s fourth election as returning of- ficer. “This was busier than the times before,” he said. “There were a lot more people this time around.” Mr. Birungi said they were still compiling the final numbers, but he estimated the total number of advance voters at “in excess of 5,000” and possibly closer to 6,000. That is a considerable in- crease over the 2004 advance polls when 4,295 ballots were cast. The weather may have been a factor, Mr. Birungi thought. He said, although it was colder, it wasn’t typical January weather. “A lot of people might have taken advantage of that,” he said. In Ajax-Pickering Riding, re- turning officer Roxanne Tomma- sulo, said she can’t give out the actual number of votes cast, but added the turnout “was busy and constant.” The election is Jan. 23. 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While a Conservative government offers a refreshing platform that speaks for all Canadians in the broadest sense and will serve us best, however, our choices for Pickering are Conservative Tim Dobson, in Pickering-Scarborough East Riding, and Liberal Mark Holland, for Ajax-Pickering voters. Mr. Dobson and Mr. Holland offer Pickering residents the attention to constituency con- cerns and grassroots issues that are needed now more than ever. Mr. Harper has run a solid, open campaign and has been eager to prove to a skeptical public that he has what it takes to be prime min- ister. The 46-year-old Albertan is full of ideas, if not exactly charisma, and his approaches to the problems we face are attractive. Mr. Harper is taking dead aim at the scandal-plagued actions of the Liberal government of Paul Martin. While Mr. Martin may not be directly implicated in the Quebec sponsorship scandal, his Liberal party bears the blame for wasting many millions of our tax dollars for partisan gain and deserves to be punished for it at the polls. Mr. Harper, to counter the effects of AdScam, will introduce the Federal Accountability Act, which will toughen the rules for lobbying, preventing former cabinet ministers, MPs or Ottawa staffers or civil servants from lobbying the federal government for five years after they leave office. He will also give the auditor-general more powers to uncover wrongdoing and protect whistleblowers. This is necessary at a time when Canadians are losing faith in politicians and the political process. Mr. Martin, first as finance minister, then as prime minister, has long promised a lavish child-care program but has never delivered one. Mr. Harper has pledged he will provide $1,200 per year to parents for each child under age six to use as they see fit. He’ll also give tax credits so day-care spaces can be created. Mr. Harper also has promised to do something Liberals have said they would do in 1993: He will cut the GST, by one per cent immedi- ately and by two per cent by the end of his mandate. That will help all Canadians save up to hundreds of dollars on purchases each year. Mr. Harper has also promised tax breaks over a wide range of groups to help promote business and to take some of the federal surpluses cre- ated over the past eight years and put money back into the pockets of Canadians. On health care, Mr. Harper has been clear in his defence of a single, public system. He does not back a move to two-tier health care as his political opponents have suggested. The Conservative leader is mind- ful of the Supreme Court decision, however, that says care must be provided in a timely manner. And, to that end, he realizes he will have to sit down with the premiers and come up with a comprehensive, long-term funding formula to cut wait times and make the system more efficient. Mr. Martin has made the attempt, but has simply not gone far enough. Finally, Mr. Harper offers Canada a chance to get back in the game with the U.S. Mr. Harper will be a fresh new face at the table with a new team. His leadership will perhaps mend fences with our largest trading partner and closest ally. In Ajax-Pickering Riding, Mr. Holland’s first term in office mixed success at the constituency level with significant contributions to national issues. The Liberal MP’s work in stopping the demolition of historically significant homes on the north Pickering federal lands came in less than two years on the job, while the years before his ar- rival were marked by inactivity. Nationally, in addition to his key work on federal committees, he led an initiative to have the voting age low- ered in an attempt to engage young Canadians in the electoral process and combat voter apathy across the nation. Given the likelihood Mr. Holland will be spending the next few years as a member of a Liberal opposition, he’ll have to be as effective as ever. His first task will be to raise awareness amongst a new government and all parties of the need to continue to stop the destruction of the historically important properties in north Pickering. We’d also like to see him take up the cause of federal health-care funding and the need to ensure enough dollars start making their way to local facilities. He can hold up the challenges at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospi- tal as a standard that can be applied across the country. In Pickering-Scarborough East, Mr. Dobson is familiar to voters, given this is his second run for the Conservatives in the local riding. His first priority in government should be to voice the crime and safety concerns that have quickly risen across the city. We expect him to be effective in convincing caucus that it’s not just a Toronto problem, but one that impacts Pickering and many other cities too. We also expect Mr. Dobson to work closely with the Ajax-Pickering MP on health care and the real problems here. Canadians are ready for a change nationally, for a new approach to running our country and the Conservatives offer a solid plan that works for all. In Pickering, Mr. Dobson and Mr. Holland represent the best choices in delivering an effective voice that continues to put Pickering and their constituents first. Candidate should clarify position To the editor: Vo ters concerned about “Where’s Rondo?” should probably be more concerned about “Who is Rondo Thom- as?” Mr. Thomas’s absence from three all-candidates’ meet- ings falls, coincidentally I’m sure, hard on the heels of rev- elations that he holds extreme right-wing views about mar- riage and related issues. A videotape, apparently shot last February, catches Mr. Thomas demonstrat- ing in front of an MP’s office against equal rights for gays in Canada’s marriage laws. Mr. Thomas speaks of “war” and “conflict” between “righ- teousness” and “immorality”. He refers to those who do not support his particular view of “righteousness” as “the enemy” and buttresses his position with the memorable argument that “the facts are wrong”. John Reynolds, national campaign co-chairman for the Conservatives, has said Mr. Thomas’s views are not those of leader Stephen Harp- er nor the Conservative Party. That may be a relief to Ca- nadians nationally but it may well still leave Ajax-Pickering with a MP who holds extreme right-wing views on this and other positions. Mr. Thomas should declare whether he now agrees with his party’s policy on this issue or whether he misspoke and was wrong last February. Vo ters would be advised to take a close look at Mr. Thom- as’s view on this and other issues to see if they share his views on “righteousness” and “immorality”. Shan Kelley Ajax Liberals inconsistent To the editor: Liberal candidate Mark Holland finds Rondo Thom- as’s opinion on gay marriage to be disturbing? He says you need tolerance of differ- ent opinions. Funny, if you don’t agree with gay marriage you’re called intolerant and homophobic. It seems you’re only allowed to have the Lib- eral opinion. Mr. Holland finds this video clip so disturbing that he has it on his website in an attempt to further his re-election at- tempt. The Liberals claim that they love the Charter and the rights of Canadian but state they will seize legally acquired and owned handguns from owners who have commit- ted no crimes. This is why the Liberals have refused repeat- ed attempts to add property rights to the Charter; it would prevent them from seizing- banning any property owned by Canadians. Matthew Dixon Ajax No tolerance To the editor: Mark Holland said it! “Someone who has no respect or tolerance for other people’s opinions has no place in poli- tics,” he said, in trashing Con- servative candidate Rondo Thomas over his views on same-sex marriage. Now that Mr. Holland has declared he has no place in politics, will he show us what the slogan, ‘People, Princi- ples, Passion’ on his campaign signs mean? Will he show us he is a man of principles who, after declaring he has no busi- ness being in politics because he himself has no respect or tolerance for views other than his own, withdraws from the race? Or will he show us that the full slogan is, “People without principles but a great passion for the Liberal entitlements”? Choose your Canada. Tom Thompson Ajax T here is democracy and then there is small- town democracy. The two are very distinct animals. It’s taken me 15 years, but I think I’ve finally learned the difference. I was afforded the oppor- tunity, last week, to serve as the moderator for an all-can- didates meeting. For the life of me I couldn’t understand why I’d been approached to do this, but, as I said to the twins in the hot tub, “I’ll try anything once.” This meeting was not your run-of-the-mill all-candidates meeting. This one dealt spe- cifically with farming issues. Understandably, the hall was crowded with scowling, leath- er-faced men with huge hands and sun-bleached baseball caps. The place felt more like the Roman Coliseum than a community centre. More dis- concerting was that I hadn’t as yet determined who were the Christians and who were the lions and, coincidentally, which category I fell into. I’d been given a very clear set of instructions for my role as moderator. Chief on the list was “Keep things moving.” I was to set strictly enforced time limits on the candidates responses, taking care that each had equal representa- tion and I was especially to keep an eye out, during the “Open Mic” question period, for conspiracy theorists, sec- ond shooter advocates and general ranting. The first part of my duties was easy. The candidates were civil, polite and alto- gether quite manageable. The latter portion of the evening however, proved much more difficult. Not that the farm- ers were uncivil or impolite. Not at all. It’s just that I never received the memo regarding who was “ranting” and who “just always talked like that.” This, I have subsequently learned, is the fork in the road where democracy and small- town democracy separate. Having only lived here for 15 years, I may be forgiven, I hope, for not knowing for instance that you have to cut “Leo Suggit” off, right quick. Oh sure, he sounds like he’s making sense for the first five minutes but, by Jeeze, don’t get him started on hogs. Con- versely, you got to give “Turk Bradshaw” all the time in the world, ‘cause even though it may look and sound like he’s verbally driving all over hell’s half acre, he’s forgotten more about farming than most of the boys in the room and you got to respect a man like that. Finally, perhaps the most important lesson I learned about small-town democra- cy is that, not unlike when one sows crops, one needs to be flexible with one’s sched- ule. Looking at the timetable handed me, I had naively as- sumed, in my anal actor/writ- er deadline-trained way, that a 10 p.m. adjournment meant just that. I had forgotten that we were operating on “farmer time.” When I foolishly tried to wrap things up for 10, I was abrupt- ly reminded, via a cacophony of jeers and what I can only describe as “Lynchin’ looks,” that only an idiot stops a meet- ing when there’s still fellers left with questions, ‘specially when one of whom, Mister- only-lived-here-fifteen-years, is “Arnie Scrimshaw.” My error. I apologize. In the hierarchy of a small- town democracy, farmers are like Roman senators. Collec- tively, they have generations of knowledge concerning the land and the people living on it. I learned a lot during my short term as modera- tor. I learned that even after 15 years, I still have much to learn. But the most important lesson, I think, was that when a farmer talks, you need to listen. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his column. Follow Neil’s BLOG: drinfo.ca/croneblog.html Gettin’ down to small-town issues Neil Crone enter laughing CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: Have you found advantages in the new transit system, disadvantages or is it just bus service as usual? Improved service No change Difficult to use Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Have you decided for whom you will vote in the Jan. 23 federal election? Votes cast: 1,943 Liberal: 45.6 % Conservative: 34.6 % NDP: 14.6% Green: 3.6 % Undecided: 1.6 % P PA GE A7 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 AT TEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. 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The City of Pickering will once again be presenting Civic Awards to Members of the Community who have ex- emplified outstanding service, and to celebrate the activities and achievements of those deserving individuals and local groups. We invite and encourage you to submit nominations for indi- viduals, groups and businesses who have made a significant contribution to the City of Pickering. A selection committee will review the nominations and de- termine recipients from each of the categories. Award recipi- ents will be notified by April 2006, and the presentations will take place in the Council Chambers at the Pickering Civic Complex. The City of Pickering Civic Awards Committee Clerk's Division Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 If you have any questions, please contact the City of Pickering at 905.420.4620 or 1.888.683.2760 All Nominations must be received no later than 4:00 pm on Thursday, February 16, 2006. Civic Award Descriptions Special Citation Award: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses from Pickering, whose outstanding achievements(s) over the last year or more, within or outside of the City, brought provincial, national or international recognition to the City. Bravery/Heroism Award: given to one or more individuals for their selfless act of bravery or heroism within or outside of the City during the last year. Lifetime Achievement Award: given to one or more individuals living within or outside of Pickering, for a significant contribution over their lifetime, to the betterment of the community. Individual Volunteer Award: given to one or more individuals who stand out amongst all other valu- able individuals in Pickering for their volunteer service to the City over the last year. Service Group Award: given to the service group whose activities stand out amongst all other service groups in Pickering for their contribution and service to the City over the last year. Community Group Award: given to the community group whose activities stand out amongst all other community groups in Pickering for their contribution and service to the City over the last year. Amateur Sports Award: given to one or more individuals or teams from Pickering to recognize excel- lence in amateur sports over the last year. Youth Volunteer Award: given to one or more Pickering youths for outstanding volunteerism within or outside of the City, over the last year or more. Youth Leadership Award: given to one or more Pickering youths for outstanding leadership within or outside the City, over the last year or more. Arts Award: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses from Pickering to recognize significant artistic achievements within or outside the City, over the last year or more. Cultural Diversity Award: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses from Pickering who have made a significant and sustained commitment to the promotion of cultural harmony in the City of Pickering. The City recognizes cultural harmony as any activity that results in better understanding, accep- tance and positive relations among people of different cultural backgrounds, be it ethnic, heritage, age bracket, economic class or any other cultural identification. Urban Design Award: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses for their significant con- tribution to architecture, urban design, or parks and open space design within the City, over the last year or more. Economic Development Award: given to one or more businesses from Pickering who have made a significant contribution to the City’s economic prosperity over the last year or more. Local Business Award: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses from Pickering who were outstanding in their support of and participation with community activities over the last year or more. Environment Award: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses from Pickering who have made a significant contribution to conserving or enhancing the City’s natural environment. Access Award for Disability Issues: given to one or more individuals, groups or businesses from Pickering who have made or are making significant or ongoing contribution, beyond legislative requirements, to the well-being and advancement of people with disabilities. See the City website or City f acilities for nomination forms. cityofpickering.com P PA GE A8 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 Tender for Cleaning Services Tender No. T-1-2006 Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned department for the above no later than 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 1, 2006 For the provision of cleaning services at the Pickering Civic Complex, Pickering Public Libraries, Pickering Operations Centre, Petticoat Creek, Eastshore and Westshore Community Centres and Pickering Recreation Complex Banquet Halls and House- keeping, in accordance with terms, conditions and specifi cations prepared by the City of Pickering. Only bidders with an established business reputation and experience in the work of this tender for a minimum of three (3) years current shall be allowed to bid. A mandatory site visit of each site has been arranged for Tuesday January 24, 2006,starting at 9:00 AM in the foyer of the Pickering Public Library, One The Esplanade South, followed by a tour of the Claremont, Greenwood, Petticoat Creek and Whitevale Branch libraries. The site visit will continue at 1:00 PM at the Pickering Operations Centre, 2570 Tillings Road, Pickering, followed by a tour of the Petticoat Creek, Eastshore and Westshore Community Centres and ending at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Bidders shall visit each site. Bidders will be required to sign in on an attendance sheet. Only bidders who sign in on the attendance sheet, perform a complete viewing of each site during the sched- uled tour shall be allowed to bid on this contract. The bidder must include with the tender submission a tendering deposit of fi ve thousand ($5,000.00) dollars or a bid bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total tendered amount. For evaluation, a bidder will be required to provide a copy of their Health & Safety Policy, current NEER, MAP or Cost & Frequency reports issued by WSIB; and current Certifi cate of Clearance issued by WSIB. Performance Guarantee: Deposit in the amount of 10% of Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 is required prior to each Term. Insurance Requirements: $5,000,000 Comprehensive Liability including premises and all operations; and Employee Dishonesty $100,000 per employee. Tender forms and specifi cations are available for pick-up from Supply & Services, 2nd Floor, upon receipt of a non-refundable payment of $50.00 per set by cash or cheque made payable to the City of Pickering. This is not a conclusive listing of requirements - it is solely the bidder’s responsibility to review the tendering document for full requirements. Request for a list of bidders is to be in writing, faxed to Supply & Ser- vices, 905.420.5313. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Corporation of the City of Pickering Corporate Services Department Supply & Services, 2nd Floor One The Esplanade Pickering, ON LlV 6K7 905.420.4616 Vera A. Felgemacher, C.P.P., CPPO, CPPB, C.P.M, CMM III Manager, Supply & Services Works required to facilitate the twinning of the forcemain from the Liverpool Road Sanitary Pumping Station (SPS) to the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), in the City of Pickering INTRODUCTION The Region of Durham is initiating a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study to assess alternatives for the future works required to twin the existing sanitary forcemain from the Liverpool Road SPS to the Duffin Creek WPCP in the City of Pickering. ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION The study will proceed in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA), June 2000 - Schedule B. Possible methods of implementing the proposed works will be analyzed and evaluated based on the effects on the following: •Engineering and Public Safety • Natural Environment •Social Environment • Economic Environment •Cultural Environment PUBLIC INPUT Public input during the planning process of this project is encouraged. A Public Information Centre will be scheduled to provide additional information and answer questions regarding the project prior to completion of the study and the selection of a preferred solution. COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS If you have any comments or questions or require any further information about the study or the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process, please direct them to the persons listed below Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Regional Municipality of Durham SRM Associates Mike Hubble, P.Eng., Project Engineer Dale Dionne, P.Eng., Project Manager Phone (905) 668-7711 Ext. 3460 Phone (905) 686-6402 Ext. 288 Fax (905) 668-2051 Fax (905) 432-7877 Email:mike.hubble@region.durham.on.ca Email:ddionne@srmassociates.org This notice issued January 2006 WORKS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE Liverpool Road SPS to Duffin Creek WPCP Forcemain Twinning NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT Durham Region Works Department 605 Rossland Road E., WHITBY ON L1N 6A3 Telephone (905)668-7711 OR 1-800-372-1102 www.region.durham.on.ca PICKERING II 1235 Bayly St. LIVERPOOL & BAYLY 905-831-1280 PICKERING I 376 Kingston Rd. 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For example, James Bartleman, lieutenant governor of On- tario, made a personal visit to Pickering City Hall in the fall to recognize the outstanding work that our library system is doing. In addition, the City of Pickering was recognized as a leader in youth programming initiatives and given the title of ‘Youth Friendly Community’ by Playworks -- the Ontario Partnership for Active Youth. We are one of only nine mu- nicipalities in the province to have earned this coveted dis- tinction. Earlier in the year, the City of Pickering received $175,000 from the Federation of Cana- dian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Funds for Sustain- able Community Planning and Greenhouse Gas Reductions. Also, the Province recognized Pickering as an emerging growth centre in its draft Plac- es to Grow legislation. Our responsibility is to plan for that growth with an eco- nomic, social and environmen- tal focus. Right now, “sustain- ability” and “environmental protection” are popular con- cepts that have captured the public’s imagination. My goal is for Pickering to become the first municipality in Canada to help turn these concepts into reality by incorporating genu- ine sustainability principles into our everyday planning and development practices. Our business community also saw a huge surge in growth. The new Loblaws/Harmony Logistics 716,000-square-foot distribution centre has created 750 new jobs. As well, Ontario Power Generation moved into its new 178,000-sq.-ft. office complex, which has brought 400 additional jobs to Picker- ing. It is clear that more and more major corporations are realizing the benefits of locat- ing in our city. The Inaugural City of Pick- ering Mayor’s Gala was held Nov. 19. In one magical eve- ning, this event became the signature black-tie, social of the year. More importantly, the gala raised more than $100,000 for the community. A large portion of these funds are going towards a rehabilita- tion room at the hospital. We hope to make next year’s gala even bigger and better. The future of our hospital is one of the most critical issues facing our community. While we diverted the most recent crisis, we need to take steps to ensure that it never reaches such a critical point again. In- stead of pointing fingers and w ithholding much-needed funds, we need to work proac- tively with the hospital’s board and staff. I am proud to accept the board and doctors’ invita- tion to become a member of its Recruitment Strategy Team. We hope to attract a strong core of new physicians and doctors to the Pickering and Ajax area to reverse the hospital’s problem of understaffing and ultimately secure its future. Please be aware that 2006 is also a municipal election year. This will be your best oppor- tunity to tell Pickering council how you think it’s doing. I en- courage all residents who are of voting age to have their say in municipal politics by cast- ing their votes in November. Until then, I look forward to seeing you at our many won- derful community events such as Canada Day and Winter- fest. As well, please remember that I operate an open-door policy. Feel free to e-mail me at mayor@city.pickering.on.ca or call 905-420-4600. On behalf of the members of council, best wishes for a healthy and prosperous new year. It truly is a pleasure to serve as mayor of such a won- derful, caring and committed community. Pickering’s reputation continues to grow Dave Ryan g uest column L ooking to build on partnerships this year By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — Growth, devel- opment and opportunity will fill 2006, say Durham Region offi- cials. The economic development and tourism department is committed to making Durham a place of opportunity, accord- ing to commissioner Pat Olive. He identifies five areas of key importance for 2006: an invest- ment in biofuel, international marketing, a focus on energy, commercialization and assisting municipalities in downtown re- vitalization. “I don’t know of another de- partment that leverages their funds through partnership as much as we do,” Mr. Olive said. “To achieve goals that is key. Without it there is no way you can achieve aspirations.” One such partnership, Mr. Olive explained, is with Durham College. “Durham College has always been a promoter of skilled trades and provides tremendous op- portunity to this region from the point of view of partnering, re- search and commercialism,” Mr. Olive said. He said they will also focus strategically on the energy fac- tor, adding the Durham Strategic Energy Alliance, still in its in- fancy, is building towards mak- ing Durham the energy centre of Ontario. In 2006, Mr. Olive said he also sees much attention to value added agriculture and the rural economic base. “The other area we are hoping to get approved in our budget is a focus on international market- ing,” he said. “So that businesses improve dramatically and they become more globalized. We are hoping to have an ap- plication approved by the pro- vincial government for a com- mercialization centre,” he said. “A facility to work hand and hand with businesses and university to assist in commercialization.” Mr. Olive added a goal for his department in 2006 is to encour- age cultural and heritage devel- opment in the region. “We have established a cul- tural committee to maintain and evolve the cultural and heritage element,” he said. Over in the works depart- ment, commissioner Cliff Curtis said they have a fairly aggressive construction plan for 2006, sup- ported by council. In the area of sewerage, con- struction continues on the Cour- tice Water Pollution Control Plant. “That is the biggest construc- tion project undertaken by the Region to date,” Mr. Curtis said. A new reservoir is slated to be built in Brooklin to reinforce the water supply with new pipes. “With waste, we are still hold- ing our breath to see what hap- pens with the U.S. border clo- sure,” Mr. Curtis said. “But we have a contingency plan.” Also scheduled is the comple- tion of four lanes on Taunton Road between Brock Road in Pickering and Brock Street in Whitby. Still subject to council’s ap- proval is the four-laning of Ta unton Road in Oshawa at Harmony east to just short of To w nline Road. There are also a multitude of rehabilitation projects, accord- ing to Mr. Curtis, where the Re- gion is improving the roads as well as the grid separation at the railway track in Pickering on Brock Road. Durham paves the way for growth Pickering juniors win all five games against Ajax this season By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Everything went from bad to worse for the struggling Ajax Attack against the rival Pickering Panthers on Sunday afternoon. And, that was before the league game even started at the Ajax Com- munity Centre. During the pre-game warm-up, At- tack starting goaltender Daniel Stein shot a puck the length of the ice at Pickering starting goalie Bryan Eu- stace. The game officials, required to be on the ice for warm-ups as per league rules, immediately assessed a game misconduct on Stein. The misconduct threw Attack of- ficials into scramble mode, owing to the fact backup Domenic DeFran- cesco was deemed unfit to play with a torn meniscus in his knee and regular backup Carson Hau was also injured. In the end, the Attack was forced to go with DeFrancesco, who hadn’t played in five months. The result was a predictable 10- 1 thrashing of the Attack in OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League action. For the Panthers (25- 14-1-1 for 52 points), the victory -- their fifth in five meetings with the Attack this season -- helped erase the hangover of a disappointing 8-5 home-ice loss to the Seguin Bruins on Friday night. For the Attack (5-32-0-3 for 13 points), it was more of the same misery for the last-place club that’s dropped a woeful 19 in a row, includ- ing an 11-2 drubbing by the North York Rangers at the community cen- tre Saturday afternoon. Suffice it to say, Ajax Attack head coach Carey Durant was unimpressed with the antics of his 16-year-old netminder, who earned a two-game suspension from the league for the ‘Travesty of Game’ misconduct. Du- rant says he’ll also face team disci- pline. “I’m disappointed in Daniel,” says Durant. “I’m disappointed that any one of our players would do that.” The pre-game antics carried on into a game that can charitably be described as chippy. Most blatant was a first-period, five-minute fight- ing and instigating call on Attack tough guy Mark D’alessandro, who took on Panthers’ rookie Tyler Mel- ancon who wanted nothing to do with D’alessandro. With the Panthers leading 1-0 at the time, the Panthers would score twice on the ensuing power play to take a commanding 3-0 lead. The chippiness didn’t end there, though. With the Panthers firmly in control of the game and leading 6-1 in the second period, the bad blood escalated as Attack’s Brandon Bartlett and Panthers’ Josh Domingues also squared off, with both receiving five- minute fighting calls, and Domingues issued the extra instigating call. While Durant was indeed apolo- getic for Stein’s misdeed, he was un- fazed by his team’s 46 minutes in infractions. “I think our kids needed to get their noses dirty and stand up for them- selves,” he says. “We’re the fourth least penalized team (in the league), so we’re not out there doing anything we shouldn’t do. We have to take care of ourselves. We’re always ready to answer the bell.” For his part, Panthers’ head coach John Winder says he advised his play- ers to steer clear of retaliatory penal- ties, and not be goaded into them by a clearly frustrated Attack squad. With the exception of Domingues’ in- stigator call, the Panthers succeeded. “I think for the most part we did,” he says. “I think you always have to control your bench and I think we did that.” SCORING SUMMARY Panthers at Attack Period 1 Pickering - A.J. Ward (Justin Fox) 2:07 Pickering - Chris Jones (PP) (AJ Ward, Ryan Annesley) 11:28 Pickering - Richard Schofield (PP) (Brett Connolly, Greg Riggs) 12:50 Pickering - Justin Fox (unassisted) 19:20 Period 2 Pickering - Ryan Annesley (Andrew Dis- sanayake, Todd Hosmer) 1:11 Ajax - Kyle Ramsay (Daniel Ciampa, Ryan Gouldby) 11:30 Pickering - Todd Hosmer (Tyler Melan- con, Adam Bell) 16:39 Period 3 Pickering - Andrew Dissanayake (SH) (Ryan Annesley, Zack Fenwick) 4:02 Pickering - A.J. Ward (Andrew Dis- sanayake, Chris Jones) 15:27 Pickering - Chris Jones (Kevin Huinink, John Soames) 15:44 Pickering - Todd Hosmer (Tyler Melan- con, Kevin Huinink) 19:51 PENALTY TOTALS Pickering: 39 minutes on 16 infractions; Ajax: 46 minutes on 19 infractions POWER PLAYS Pickering: 2-for-12; Ajax 0-for-12 SHOTS ON GOAL Pickering: 40; Ajax: 25 P PA GE B1 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 Sports briefs JANUARY 18, 2006 [ Basketball ] Blue puts win up on Top Shelf AJAX — The Christmas holidays took their toll as Ajax Men’s Basketball League players returned to action slight- ly heavier and slower after a three-week break. Team Blue continued its winning ways, downing Top Shelf 50-42 in Game 1. Big man David Jackson led the way for Blue with 17 points; Steve Hudson added 12. Louis Davis poured in 19 points for Top Shelf, with Allan Gomes contributing 15. In Game 2, Burgundy defeated North Alliance Press 57-44. A well- rounded Burgundy offence was led by captain Clayton Gall and Mike Stoddart, with 21 points apiece. John Beyaz had the hot hand for NAP with 15 points, while Ivor Walker scored 11 before leaving the game early in the second half due to injury. ESN Packaging battled back from a 14-point deficit at halftime to tie Dickson Printing 54-54 in the final game of the evening. Dickson Printing was sparked by Sherwin James with 20 points, Don Leahy with 10 and Dan Deveaux with eight. Deveaux returned to the league after a three-year absence. Claude Whitfield provided the fire- power for ESN with 20 points; Bob Hunt and captain Roger Young added 13 and 12 points, respectively. The league returns to Ajax High School this Wednesday where it will re- main for the balance of the season. Play- ers who have not received a schedule by e-mail should contact their captains to confirm game times. [ Netball ] Ajax-Pickering club to hold demonstrations DURHAM — The Ajax-Pickering Netball Club invites anyone interested in learning the game to an upcoming demon- stration in Ajax. The club hosts a series of demonstra- tions at various locations in Ajax, starting at Carruthers Creek Public School on Friday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. Other demonstrations are planned for February and March. The demonstrations are open to all. For more information, call 416-292- 3999 ext. 224 or 416-668-9427 after 6 p.m. [ Swimming ] Pickering club hosts Winter Swim Fest meet PICKERING — The Pickering Swim Club hosts its annual Winter Swim Fest meet at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex pool this weekend. Nine teams from across the GTA and beyond will take part in the two-day competition, which gets underway on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 9 a.m. The meet goes until approximately 5 p.m. that day and continues on Sunday, starting again at 9 a.m. Teams competing are Belleville, Os- hawa, Pickering, Quinte (Quebec), Ramac (Richmond Hill), Toronto, Uxbridge, and Whitby. [ Hockey ] Lightning drop heartbreaker to top-ranked Ottawa DURHAM — The Durham Lightning earned a win and dropped an overtime decision in recent National Women’s Hockey League action. Saturday’s game featured the top two teams in the NWHL, with the top-ranked Ottawa Raiders paying a visit to the Ajax Community Centre to play the second- ranked Lightning. With only 13 seconds to go in extra time, Ottawa’s Christin Powers scored the winner on a breakaway, sinking the Lightning 3-2. The Lightning outshot the Raiders badly in regulation time, 57-24. Af ter Ottawa took a 2-0 lead in the second period, Durham battled back with goals by Teresa Marchese and captain Joanne Eustace. Meanwhile, the Lightning earned yet another win over the Toronto Aeros, skat- ing to a 5-2 victory in Scarborough during the Scarborough Sharks tournament. Latoya Clarke led the way with a two-goal effort. Other scorers were Candice Mox- ley, Marchese and Eustace. The Lightning (15-4-5-2 for 37 points, first in Central Division) host the Montreal Axion at the Ajax Community Centre this Saturday, Jan. 21 at 7:50 p.m. Panthers drub Attack in chippy affair A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Ajax Attack’s Mark D’alessandro throws a punch as Pickering Panthers’ Tyler Melan- con covers up during junior ‘A’ hockey action in Ajax Sunday. Panthers won 10-1. Panthers’ Po stscript Panthers’ head coach John Winder left no doubt to what he thought about his charges’ efforts in Friday night’s 8-5 loss to Seguin. “We had a stinker from the goaltender, to the defence, to the forwards. It was one of those games”...Chris Jones scored twice, Greg Riggs, Justin Fox and Todd Hosmer recorded single markers against Seguin...Forward Cory Battista was suspended for Sunday’s game against Ajax after receiving an aggressor penalty in addition to a fighting major against Seguin. Winder says Battista retaliated after receiving a butt end of a stick to his face from a Seguin player...The league’s Jan. 10 trade deadline went by the boards with no moves by the Panthers, but not for a lack of trying. Winder noted general manager Frank Robinson thought he had a deal done at 7 p.m., but it was rescinded by the trading partner prior to midnight that day. Getting an impact player for the stretch run to the playoffs was of major importance, says Winder, in light of three roster moves made by the first-place Markham Waxers. Winder, however, is still confident in the Panthers’ roster as it’s currently assembled... Forward Patrick Jobb continues to be out of the lineup with a charley horse...The Panthers have a busy weekend, with three games against top-flight teams. The Pickering juniors host the We xford Raiders Friday at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday night, the Panthers are in Markham to meet the first-place Waxers at 7:30 p.m. They finish the weekend at Newmarket against the Hurricanes at 2:30 p.m... City Olympian gets therapy, rest at home; won’t compete during indoor track season By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — After a long, difficult and injury-plagued 2005 track and field season, Perdita Felicien is opti- mistic about what the new year on the track will hold. After spending this past September to December at home in Pickering undergoing intensive physiotherapy and ultrasound treatments for nag- ging heel and leg injuries at clinics in Toronto and Whitby, the two-time Olympian left for Champaign, Illinois this week, where she will train with the assistance of longtime coach Gary Winckler for the next two to three weeks. She returned to a regular training routine in earnest after Christmas and the early returns are good. “I’m not 100 per cent there yet and I won’t be there until weeks and months of training,” says Felicien. “When I’m sprinting, there’s no pain, no nothing. I’m not out of the woods yet, but it’s nice to finally be on my way.” She says she won’t compete in the indoor track and field season, pass- ing up a chance to add to the world indoor 60-metre hurdles title she won in 2004. She also won’t be recovered enough to represent Canada in March at the Commonwealth Games in Aus- tralia. She is planning instead, however, to be fully recovered in time for the international outdoor season either in April or May. Mostly though, she’s hoping to put behind her a 2005 season that left her hurting and confused. “The season was up and down for me, so I came back to Pickering and had to figure out a few things,” says Felicien, speaking about her physical and mental state after the frustrating season. The season came to a head at the 2005 IAAF World Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Helsinski last August. After coming through the 100- metre hurdles heats in great shape, Felicien’s chance to repeat her world championship win from 2003 fell apart in the semifinals. She failed to advance to the final, running a time of 12.94 seconds, which, for her, was too slow for words. She recalls walking back from the track to meet Winckler after the semi- final. Both were disconsolate. “I walked up to Gary and told him, ‘I’m sorry’. He said, ‘Me, too’. We had no answers at that point. The training went well, everything went good. In reality, I was just fatigued. I did my best, but my body wouldn’t co-oper- ate. I couldn’t compete. On any given day, I know I can run at my maximum 12.6 to 12.7 seconds.” Moreover, she remembers the bit- tersweet feeling of having to watch the final at her dorm room, won by Mi- chelle Perry of the U.S. in a relatively slow 12.66 seconds. “I watched it and it was fun, but it also sucked doing that. I’ll never do it again. I remember looking at the result and saying, ‘I could have been competitive’. I wish they had of run (the final) in 12.4 seconds. That would have made me feel good. I know I didn’t have 12.4 in me right then. But, I could have run 12.7,” she says. Since that frustrating exercise at the 2005 worlds, Felicien notes it’s been Job 1 to get her health back in order, and what she’s discovered has been a revelation -- all of which brought her struggles last season into sharp focus. During ultrasound treatments, she learned of a tear and resultant scar tissue in the Achilles tendon in her left foot. It was more than what was originally thought of as a bruised heel that had occurred during her fall in the Athens Olympics 100m final. As well, an inflamed bursa sac in her foot was found. The bursa sac had also become stuck to her Achilles, which also added to her discomfort. “There was no range of motion at all (in the foot),” she says. As well, she discovered that, post- Athens, she had developed a problem with her running that was found to be a neuromuscular glitch. In a nutshell, while sprinting, the glutes -- a series of three muscles that extend from the buttocks to the thighs -- are supposed to fire before the hamstring muscles. In her case, her glutes on her left side weren’t firing at all. “That’s where you get all your ex- plosiveness, your power -- from your glutes,” she says. “My hamstrings are not supposed to take that load. My hamstrings are OK for two hurdles, then they would fatigue. They went flat and couldn’t recover. “A t least when I look at my races, the results and times, there are some answers now. Now, I’m not as hard on myself.” In response, she’s been receiving a number of specific therapies over the past four months designed to address both her Achilles and muscle prob- lems. As well, she’s worked out with a set of exercises at York University and at the Pickering Recreation Complex to address her specific needs, which have also aided her recovery. With only two years until the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China, Felicien says she’ll only compete again when she’s completely ready. “I don’t want to get into a cycle of injury. I told myself that if you rush it, you’ll never be healthy. I’m looking at the big picture and it makes no sense to rush my training. I’m trying to be completely ready. I have to come back as the Perdita that I know,” she says. Hurdler Felicien on road to recovery Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser file photo Pickering Olympian and two-time world champion hurdler Perdita Felicien has been re- ceiving treatment and exercising in Pickering since September, all with an eye toward having a better track season this year. SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com WHERE THEY STAND OPJHL SOUTH CONFERENCE GP W L T OT P MARKHAM 42 27 11 3 1 58 ST. MIKE’S 42 24 12 4 2 54 PICKERING 41 25 14 1 1 52 NORTH YORK 43 22 15 5 1 50 VAUGHAN 42 21 16 3 2 47 WEXFORD 39 18 15 6 0 42 TORONTO 39 18 18 3 0 39 OSHAWA 39 5 30 3 1 14 AJAX 40 5 32 0 3 13 A/P PA GE B2 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ January 18, 2006 Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility Audley Rd. 1 km north of Taunton Rd., Ajax Find out how your business can be involved in our 11th Annual Wedding Show Comprehensive Pre-show Supplement Sunday, February 12, 2006 Fashion Show 3:00 pm Featuring: Bridal Gowns, Tuxedos, Bridesmaid Dresses & Mother of the Bride Dresses Tickets $6 each or 2 for $10. 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Clarke Richardson Collegiate Storm se- nior girls’ volleyball team, above, huddle on the floor and chant prior to taking the court in recent Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) games against the Pine Ridge Pumas and St. Mary Monarchs, of Pickering, in games at St. Mary. At left, Pine Ridge’s Andrea Vaughan goes up for a spike against the Storm. Raiders soar to Don Mills Flyers title Minor peewee ‘AAA’s earn second tourney crown of season DURHAM — The Ajax-Pickering Raiders minor peewee ‘AAA’ rep hock- ey team showed both offensive flair and tight defence to secure their sec- ond tournament championship of the season. The Raiders achieved their second crown at the 45th annual Don Mills Flyers International Tournament in To ronto over the Christmas break. In the final, Ajax-Pickering engaged in a tight-checking affair with the Missis- sauga Senators. Devin Shore emerged as the hero, scoring the lone goal in a 1-0 victory. Shore received game most valuable player honours for his exploits. Despite suffering an injury, Raid- ers’ defenceman Daniel Renouf was named as the tournament’s MVP. Sporting a perfect 4-0 round-robin record, the Raiders advanced to the semifinal where they squared off against the New Jersey Devils. The local peewees scored an impressive 4-1 victory to advance to the final. Mathew Cammalleri led the charge and earned the game MVP award. The Raiders opened the tournament with a decisive 8-1 win over the Phila- delphia Flyers. Drake Caggiula led the way and was named game MVP. Game 2 was a hard-hitting affair against the much larger Toronto Jr. Canadiens, with the Raiders scoring a 5-2 victory. Renouf was solid in his own end and also chipped in offensively to get the game MVP nod. Next up was the Guelph Storm, who had previously beaten the Raiders in an early-season tournament. The story line was a little different this time as Ajax-Pickering exacted a little revenge in a 4-1 win. Goalie Shayne Flood made several spectacular saves to earn game MVP honours. With several big hits, Derek Shep- pard earned the game MVP in the final round-robin game, helping the Raid- ers get past the previously unbeaten To ronto Red Wings 4-2. The Raiders minor peewees also participated in the International Silver Stick Finals in Whitby recently. Al- though the location was much closer, the level of competition was still very high. The Raiders came out of the round robin as the top seed with wins over the Cambridge Hawks (3-2), the Detroit Little Caesars (5-0), and the Rochester Monarchs (6-4). In a heart- breaking quarter-final matchup, the Raiders were upset by rival Whitby Wildcats 8-5. The Raiders were one of four Cana- dian minor peewee teams invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Chicago Mission/Chill International Invite. The Ajax-Pickering boys represented the communities with pride and fared well in a tough international field that included all of the top teams in North America, as well as a team from Rus- sia. In addition to a 7-1 win over the Philadelphia Phantoms and a 6-3 loss to the Los Angeles Hockey Club, other game results included a 3-3 tie with the Chicago Chill and a 5-5 tie with Detroit Little Caesars on a late dis- puted goal. The minor peewees continue to enjoy a solid Eastern ‘AAA’ league sea- son with a 16-3-2 record. Ajax-Picker- ing currently sits in a first-place tie with the York-Simcoe Express. Other team members are Jayson Brown, Tim Ernst, Phillip Fullerton, Jeffrey Heard, Wil Pointon, Kyle Pow- ell, Dylan Rivers, Tyler Roche, Dar- ryl Snelling, Joseph Vocino and Alex Yo ung. Te am staff includes coaches Sal Cag- giula, Dave Dwight, Dan Sheppard, Dave Snelling and manager Sylvia Vo- cino. submitted photo Players with the Ajax-Pickering Raiders minor peewee ‘AAA’ rep hockey team cel- ebrate their victory at the 45th annual Don Mills Flyers International Tournament re- cently. The Raiders edged the Mississauga Senators 1-0 in a hard-fought final. Durham West peewees unbeaten at tourney DURHAM — The third try was the charm for the Durham West Light- ning peewee ‘A’ girls’ hockey team at the Scarborough Sharks Tourna- ment. The Lightning suited up last week- end against the host Sharks in the championship final, earning a nar- row 1-0 victory. Caroline English scored the win- ner on a feed from Kelsie Moffat, who added three goals in the tournament. Devon Jarvis supplied shutout goal- tending. Meryl Christie earned game most valuable player honours for the final and had four points in the tourna- ment. 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Is searching for an ASSISTANT MANAGER The successful candidate will possess: •Excellent communication skills •Strong leadership skills •Ability to motivate and manage others •Expertise in inventory control Position will require licensing by the Ontario Alcohol and Gaming Commission Please reply in confidence before January 27, 2006 to: Bingo Country, 285 Taunton Rd. E. Oshawa, Ont. L1G 3V2 or Fax to: 905-436-1316 We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Herbal Magic is seeking professional compassionate career oriented individuals to provide weight management counselling in a clinic setting. Phone and sales experience are an asset. Full time applicants only. Apply in person with resume to: 1330 Ritson Rd. North, Oshawa No Phone Calls Please COSMETICS Esthetician and/or make-up artist required. Sales experience an asset. Hiring full-time, flexible, outgoing individuals for our Caryl Baker Visage in the Oshawa Centre. Qualified candidates will attend a 15 day certificate education program in Toronto from February 6 to February 24 followed by immediate employment with excellent starting hourly wage plus commission. Send resumes attn: Anna Koniaris by fax 416-789-2594 or e-mail anna@carylbakervisage.com FULL TIME POSITION AVAILABLE GRAPHIC ARTIST Must be familiar with In Design and Photo Shop. Recent grads welcome Shift Work Forward resume to: Canada Yearbook Services (1980) Ltd. 70 Mearns Crt. Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 4A2 WORK NOW!! Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering Openings on all shifts! •Factory and Assembly Line •General Labour Apply 9am to 3pm weekdays to Bring SIN card & void cheque 185 Brock St.N., #206, Whitby (above Dundas) 777 Warden Ave.E., #217, Scarboro (below Eglinton) requires a Vehicle Detailer for our busy service dept. Call Wayne Turner 905-420-9000 FEDEX GROUND HIRING *PART-TIME DOCK WORKERS* Criminal background check, ability to lift 50lbs, 5 days/wk, up to 25 hours/week. Shift 3am or 5pm start-time. Fax resume to Jeremy:905-665-2047 RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SITE CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR Durham homebuilder seeks M/F with on site administrative experience in all aspects of residential construction. Fax resume 905-427-1611 CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPPORT 1 year Contract Part Time (25 hours per Wk) providing clerical support in our Service Department. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Accpac. Able to work with minimal supervision, possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced environment. Experience a must. Fax resume to: (905)430-7667 Oshawa Law Firm seeks legal assistant with experience in commercial/civil litigation, required for 1 year maternity leave, commencing February 13th, 2006. Send resume to: File # 231 Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Local established C.A. firm urgently requires an experienced C. A. or C. G. A. immediately. Please send resume to: Douglas R. Freeman, C.A. 511 Bond St. West, Oshawa, On LlJ 2M2 or fax us at (905) 576-9154 HOLLY'S Ladies Fashions Pickering Town Centre Sales associate required approx. 15 hrs. week (flexible) Experience in ladieswear or related. Fax resume to 416-971-4164 or apply in person. "Nursing with our Hearts & Minds" CarePartners is a well-established nursing agency that can offer you flexible self scheduling, small team approach, very competitive wage rates and a full benefit package for both full and part-time staff. We are currently seeking RNs for positions in Ajax, Oshawa and Uxbridge areas. We are interested in applicants who have a broad nursing knowledge base, excellent assessment and teaching skills and ability to work both independently and within a team. Please forward resume to the address below: Beverly Positilt Nurse Managers 209 Dundas Street East Suite 200 Whitby, ON L1N 7H8 Fax: (905) 668-9160 Email: beverly.postilt@carepartners.ca Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" is looking for RN's & RPN's who want autonomy, challenge and diversity in their career. Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, On. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 123 CANDLEBROOK DRIVE, WHITBY • Absolutely STUNNING three bedroom home located on quiet non-feeder street • IMMACULATE throughout-just place your furniture and enjoy • Desirable OPEN CONCEPT plan makes this DESIGNER décor feel much brighter and airier than the ample living space provides • SPACIOUS double-door foyer with entrance to garage for privacy and safety • SPECTACULAR ceramic & hardwood flooring throughout MAIN FLOOR with carpeted FA MILY ROOM • Ensuite bath boasts SEPARATE s hower stall and SOAKER tub • Large UNSPOILED basement is perfectly laid out for HUGE family or games room • COVERED front porch with designer pillars for warm summer nights OFFERED at only $269,900 416-890-3020 for more info BETTER CREDIT SOLUTIONS LTD. ✸Power of Sales / Refinance ✸ Stop Garnishments ✸Stop Harassing Phone Calls ✸ Private Funds Available RELIEF IS JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY 416-878-2323 416-876-2106 ADVERTISING SALES Commission-based contractor position You are an entrepreneur looking for a low-risk / high-return means of supplementing your income. You are a highly competitive and results-oriented individual with a positive attitude and desire for success. You are an effective communicator and understand a prospect's needs and wants. Metroland is a dynamic, high-growth multimedia company with an immediate need for a commis- sion-based contractor sales partner to support growth of an exciting new publication. If you feel you are the right individual for this partnership, email your resume to jwillems@durhamregion.com with subject line "SALES PARTNER" before January 23, 2006. Only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Please note that this is a contractor-based position, not employment-based. $20/ HR. AVERAGE.Registration Positions available immediately. Good communication skills re- quired. 416-640-2105 866-940- 0970 davidh@telgaservices.com A CAREER IN FINANCIAL SERVICES Training provided. Representatives. Call John (905)509-4518 COMPUTER CABLE INSTALLER Will train Send resume to: P.O. Box 443, Pickering, L1V 2R7 A.C. TECHNICAL SYSTEMS LT D.is seeking an energetic, pos- itive Account Receivable and col- lections Associate. Applicant must possess Account Receivable and Collections experience. Duties in- clude daily cash posting, preparing report for A/R and collections. Ex- perience with Microsoft Office is required. Experience with MYOB or other software would be an as- set. Attractive renumerations in- clude salary, bonuses and group benefits. E-mail resume in confi- dence to: flee@actechnical.com or hcini@actechnical.com ADULT CARRIER NEEDED to de- liver papers in the Pickering Rural area. Delivery for Wednesday and Fr iday's papers. Must have a reli- able car. Call Sarah Camirand 905-683-5117, ext. 236. APPLY TODAY! Start Tomorrow! Pickering Promotional Company is looking for 15 people in Customer Service, Sales & Marketing and light Warehouse. No experience necessary. Full training provided. Call Cindy (905)837-9200. AVON Earn Extra Cash $ Sell Avon Help pay for those Christmas bills. Mary 905-427-2292 Bonus:Receive a $100 Beauty Pack Free Call for details Avon Earn extra cash, Help pay those Christmas bills. Heidi (905) 509-1163 Sign up today and Receive a free $100 Value Beauty Pack BILINGUAL CUSTOMER SER- VICE Representative needed for busy Ajax Call Centre. Starting rate $11.00/hr. Submit resume to: mdumphy@smilemakers.com or Fax to: 905-686-6886. DISPATCHER.North Scarbo- rough. Ideally will have worked with trucking fleets. Require strong customer service skills (for dealing with drivers & customers), multi-tasking, tracing freight, and order/data entry skills. Email ASAP to: DISPATCH2006@HOTMAIL.COM DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make pro- ductive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. 416-284-4493 EARN CASH DAILY -Ta xi Taxi & Deluxe Taxi hiring drivers. Day & night positions avail. Must be able to work weekends. 25 or older. Call Dave at 905-571-7951. ECE'S AND ASSISTANTS need- ed for new daycare opening in Pickering. ECE also needed for Toddler room in Brooklin. Please fax resume to 905-837-1242. EXP. TELEMARKETER to work from home. Minimum of 25-hrs/week. 416-528-7219 EXPERIENCED Duct Cleaner wanted. Driver's License required. Clean Abstract. Must be able to drive standard transmission and have own transportation. Excellent pay. Durham Region. (647)896- 2447 FREE Telephone Service FREEDOM PHONE LINES Regardless of Credit No Deposit Required LOWEST PRICE Call now & receive 1 month FREE 1-866-884-7464 HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Stuffing Enve- lopes, Mailing/Processing Circu- lars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.CanadianHomeJobs.com, Reference 7-107 or call 1(705)726-9070 Hair Scalp Treatment Specialist, Hair Replacement Te chnician, non-chemical Prepare & apply customers & Hair Weave-ins DIONNE'S HAIR CARE INC. (905)420-8189 LOOKING FOR 30 PEOPLE Whit- by area. Must be able to lift 20 - 50 lbs. Day shift available. Monday to Fr iday. Starting pay rate $8.00 per hr. If interested apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203, Whitby, between 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday. LOSS PREVENTION and Security, immediate. Full time and part-time nights. Fax resume 416-599-5656 or email: braendli@protect-security.com MAGICUTS one of Canada's lead- ing chains has the following posi- tions available: Licensed Assistant Manager for Whitby and Ajax. Plus PT stylist for Whitby and Oshawa. We offer: Competitive salary, op- portunity for advancement, paid vacation, profit sharing, free train- ing classes, monthly prizes, hiring bonus, benefits. Join a winning team. Call Cheyanne (905) 579- 6757 ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $20/hr. avg. Full Time We Train You!! 905.435.0518 PA RT-TIME ONLY Position in local Ajax Importing/Distribution Company, Customer Service, administrative, light shipping/ receiving, good telephone skills, personable and energetic. 3 days/week $11/hour. Fax: 905-619-1925. PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE is accepting applications for Supply Staff, experience neces- sary. Mail to: 129 Perry St., Whit- by, ON L1N-4B7 or submit re- sume in person. SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complex. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couple. No pets. Fax resume (905)623-2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. SUPERVISOR AND ECE teacher for Pickering Child care. Full time positions. Please Fax resume to (905) 509-7318. TELEMARKETERS...Hourly rate plus commission, earn an above average income, hours 5-9pm. Call 905-831-2333, ask for Elaine. TELEPHONE SURVEYORS and appointment setters required. No selling. Afternoons and evenings. Up to $15.00 /hr. to start. Call (905) 720-1808. TODDLER ECE REQUIRED immediately for day care in Port Perr y area. Must have ECE Diploma. Please contact Michelle at 905-985-8783 or uticadaycare@powergate.ca UNEMPLOYED? Significant Barriers to Employment? Let us help! 905-433-9539 1-866-375-9539 northernlightsosh.com VAN BELLE FLOWERS:Green- house/Sales Person, Delivery Per- sons (Part-time/Full-time Posi- tions). Van Belle Flowers if looking for people to work in our retail flower business. The successful applicant must be a team-oriented player who can work in a high paced retail flower shop and who has extensive knowledge of out- door plants, indoor plants, and has great customer service skills/ Pre- vious retail floral experience is an asset. Delivery applicants must submit a driver's abstract with re- sume. Please apply in person with references to: Van Belle Flowers, 1979 Highway 2, Bowmanville. Only those selected for an inter- view will be contacted. WANTED:Dedicated framers for new residential. Must have 2-3 Years experience, own transporta- tion is a must. Wage depends on experience. Call 905-697-0248 or by email with resume to: working_living@yahoo.ca AESTHETICIAN/RMT and tanning salon attendant required, own clients preferred, but not necessary. Willing to also rent room. Call (416)282-6251, e-mail aztectanning@bellnet.ca (Port Un- ion/401) ELEGANT SPA! Hiring p/t RMT & Hairdresser in Pickering. One hairstyling station to rent. Call Nalo 905-837-6580 ESTHETICIAN.Opus Glow Con- cept Spa in Whitby is looking for an experienced full-time Estheti- cian to join our dynamic team. Please email resume to: opus- glow@bellnet.ca HAIRSTYLISTS,Estheticians and Nail Technicians that are high- ly professional. Elegance Salon Spa-Aveda offers an upscale am- biance, quality service and income that reflects your value. Passion and enthusiasm are required! F/T and P/T. Submit resume by e-mail: info@elegancesalonspa.com Fax: 905-666-4389. www.elegancesalonspa.com IF YOU'VE BEEN a hair stylist for more than 5 years and have own clientele. Be your own boss, rent a chair. Call Maria (905)668-1146 PA RT TIME ESTHETICIAN - days, evenings, weekends. Experi- ence preferred. Call Gillian at Sim- ply Spa, 1618 Dundas St. E., Whit- by. (905) 579-4937 SMART STYLE Family Hair Salon in Whitby requires a licensed sty- list, full and part time. Sign on bo- nus $500, many benefits. Call Ha- zel (905) 655-5627. CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer, shop hand. Top Pay! Clean drivers licence. Experienced only. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 EXPERIENCED ASPHALT paver with AZ or DZ License, clean ab- stract, required to start April 1st. Good rate of pay. Call Mike (905)435-0401 RELIABLE CABINET MAKER re- quired for machining/assembly components/milling. Able to follow directions accurately without su- pervision, good knowledge of wide variety of tools, table saws, sand- ers, power handheld tools, refer- ences required. For interview (905)432-2066. WANTED: CARPENTER/ PAINT- ER/DRYWALLER for local resto- ration company. Must have good driver's abstract. Please fax re- sume to: 905-728-3179. WELDER-FITTERS needed. Send resumes to 51 Port Darlington Rd., Unit 2, Bowmanville, Ontario. L1C 3K3 ADMINISTRATOR, MARKETING Programs. Fluently bi-lingual French and English mandatory. Organized, professional manner and computer skills required. Send email to jobs@dotcomyourevent.com to request a full job specification. Quote Position #553 BROOKLIN COMPANY looking for person with administrative and telephone abilities. Should be comfortable with customer service, dispatch and basic computer skills. Work hours 3-9pm Monday-Friday. Call for interview (905)655-9053 LEGAL ASSISTANT POSITION Available in the Real Estate field - Pickering Office. Entry level posi- tion. We are looking for an individ- ual with organizational skills and must be able to work independent- ly. Must know Conveyancer and Te raview procedures and will be responsible for various duties. Fax resume to 906-619-1555. NEW AJAX OFFICE, requires mature Marketing support person. Responsibilities include sales, af- ter sales service support, general office administration. Bilingual, English/French an asset. Compet- itive salary, hours negotiable. Send resume, salary expectations in confidence: General Manager, Power Tools Plus- 375 Finley Ave suite 203, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2E2. USED CAR SALESPERSON must have experience and OMVIC li- cense. Ajax area. 905-686-6928. BLISS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE in Whitby, is seeking an energetic professional salesperson, on a full/part-time basis. Must have ex- perience with ladies formal wear. Call 905-721-9775 or fax resume: 905-982-0692. CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIST- ANT & /or Level II wanted for ap- proximately 48 hours per month on Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays. Experience and computer skills preferred. Please fax resume to (905) 728-6736 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST re- quired for full time position in Ajax office. 2 years DENTAL EXPERI- ENCE 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 DENTAL ADMIN- ISTRATOR/Treatment Coordinator required. Full-time position, in- cludes some evenings and week- ends. Please forward resume to: dentaloffice2005@aol.com. HYGIENE CO-ORDINATOR / Office Administrator needed 30+hours/week including eve's and Saturday. Assisting an asset but not required. Email resume: whitbyassociate@rogers.com KING RITSON DENTAL CLINIC is accepting resumes for part-time hygiene shifts and short notice fill in shifts. Please fax resume and note your availability to Shelley at 905-579-2557. or email slake@on.aibn.com RN/RPN PART-TIME,Tuesdays & Thursdays. Doctor's office Picker- ing area. Fax resume to: 905-839- 5907. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, full time/part time, available for excit- ing new location opening March 2006 in Oshawa, Taunton Rd. Pro- fessional building with urgent care walk in clinic. Experience pre- ferred, fax (905)420-7342 or rtang@medicalpharmacies.com PICKERING DENTAL OFFICE looking for hygentist for maternity leave to start ASAP. Every Thurs... 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., every other Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and every other Sat. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Leading to permanent Saturdays after one year. Please fax resume and sala- ry expectations to (905) 831-6899. RMT TO JOIN a group of NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS at established clinic in Ajax. Please fax resume to 905-427-0054 or e-mail ajax@biologicalmedicine.ca EXPERIENCED WAITERS,Wait- resses & Hostess' needed for Golden Griddle Restaurant , Pick- ering. Full-time & Part-time posi- tions available now. Please call: 905-837-0023. Fax resume to: 905-837-5518. *HOME SELLERS* Find Out What Homes Down The Street Sold For! Free computerized list with pictures of area home sales & current listings Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7041 Visit: www. DurhamArea HomeSales.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* *RENTERS* Why rent when You can own? Free computerized list with pictures of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 Visit: www. DurhamStop Renting.com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* A PORT PERRY area NEW spec- tacular all brick bungalow exec. Home on 1 Acre lot Walk to Lake, Agents Welcome, Must see! Ask- ing $274k call 1-877-878-9899 toll free BRAND NEW 2+1 BEDROOM,2 washroom condo, in high demand Pickering area. All new appliances, no builder closing fees. Walk to all amenities. Asking 230k. Nina Dong, Remax Excellence (416)791-3881 DISTRESS SALE Bank Foreclosures & Estate Sales Free computerized list with pictures of Foreclosure properties from $170,000. No Investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#4042 Visit: www. Durham DistressSale.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905)434-7777 Matt Cooper* HOME EVALUATION Find out what your home is worth On-Line Visit: www. DurhamOnLine Home Evaluation.com Remax Ability Real Estate Limited ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* FIXER UPPER "Bargains" These homes need work Free computerized list with pictures of foreclosure proper- ties from $170,000 No investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7048 Visit: www DurhamFixer Uppers.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777 Matt Cooper* OPEN HOUSE:Sat/Sun 1-4pm. Bungalow w/walkout basement to beautiful pie-shaped ravine lot. 1+2 bedrooms, in-law apartment, too many upgrades to list. 933 Walnut Crt., Oshawa (Olive/Har- mony). $265,000. (905)438-8956. AJAX - BAYLY and Salem. Beau- tiful freehold townhomes! Priced from $249,900. 60 day closings! View beautiful furnished home by appointment. Call 905.426.3626 or visit www.rockportgroup.net Buy now and receive $10,000 in FREE upgrades!!! OSHAWA SECURE adult-lifestyle condo, 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom, renovated kitchen, diningroom, large livingroom, den, balcony, en- suite laundry, underground park- ing, minutes to 401 & Go train. $219,000. (905)725-1770 2 BEDROOM, 3 season COT- TA GE, wooded, hillside, waterfront lot on South shore Rice Lake, beautiful view, asking $159,000. 905-372-9763. FOR LEASE, INDUSTRIAL UNITS 2 units - 2600sq.ft. (2000sq.ft. work space, 600sq.ft. office & storage space), 1 unit 2000sq.ft. No body shops. Avail. immediately. Oshawa area. Call (905)429-8239 or (905)723-1123 PROFESSIONAL FURNISHED offices (2), show exceptionally well. Reception/admin. functions, internet, phone-system, VM, board and meeting room. Free parking. Whitby-4min. from 401. $400 & $600. 905-433-0040. BEAUTY SALON FOR SALE OR RENT in Pickering area. Great opportunity. Established clientele. Plenty of parking. If interested please call 905-839-8876. FASTWAY COURIERS new fran- chise to region, 3 exclusive territo- ries available. Be your own boss, ground level opportunity. www.fastway.ca (905)720-2816 HAIRDRESSING BUSINESS for sale in Bowmanville. Fully equipped, good location. For infor- mation call (905)623-4172 SENIOR’S RESIDENCE Health Care Professional. Looking for a Lifestyle Change? Be Your Own Boss. Established Senior’s Resi- dence/furnished home for sale one hour east of Toronto. Turnkey operation. Owner Draws 85K. Selling Price:$494,900. Fin Avail- able with 35% D.P. No Investors Please! Kendell Attrux, Re/Max Ability 905-434-7777 THIS FRANCHISE is the Natural choice, visit www.turflogic.ca $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 4.85% or Variable at 4.15% OAC,Cash take-outs, Refinances, Self-employed, Commercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FI- NANCIAL CORP 1-888-307-7799 From 4.69% for 5 years. 1st. & 2nd Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Best Available Rates Private Mortgage Funds Arrears P.O.S Refinancing Debt Consolidation a Specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Call 905-666-4986 RATES ARE GOING up! Refi- nance now at low rate! Call Ajax refinancing expert now at (905)426-6899. (2) OSHAWA,3 bedrooms, $1075/inclusive and bachelor, $600. Separate laundry included, hardwood floors, fresh paint, sep- arate entrance, parking, conven- ient locations, backyard, Available immediately. (416)892-8864 1-BDRM BASEMENT Feb 1. Bright/spacious, 4-pc bath, cable, sep. entrance, sep. heat. schools, park, pond, beach, transit, commu- nity centre, 401/GO. Phillip Mur- ray/Cedar. No dogs/smoking. $725-inclusive. 905-449-0977 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 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 apartment, 576 Mary St. E., Whitby. Small quiet, cozy building. Close to downtown. Available Feb. lst. 905-665-7509. 2-BEDROOM APT.- Simcoe S. area. Large living/dining area, kitchen includes fridge & stove. Bedroom with skylight/mstr with walk-out deck. Close to 401 and bus stop. $750/mth plus hydro. Avail. Feb. 1, 1st/last Call 905- 666-4670. 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 basement apart- ment (Harmony/King) Oshawa. Quiet, spacious, clean, laundry, cable, fridge, stove, C/Air, parking. No smokers/pets $680/mo. All in- clusive, Avail Feb 1. (905)436- 6978 2-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, walkout. $875/inclusive, cable included. North Pickering. No smoking. Available Feb. lst. First/last. (905)839-5872. 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., private entrance, laundry, parking, 1 parking, cable, spacious and clean. No smoking/pets. Very quiet, references required. Avail- able now. Dellbrook/Meriadac, Pickering. $850/month (905)426- 1601 2-BEDROOM LARGE apt. $860 inclusive plus hydro. Includes stor- age, parking, laundry. Available Feb 1st, walking distance to Oshawa Centre. No pets. (905)728-8868 ADULT LIFESTYLE,North- Oshawa, 1-bedroom basement. first, last, references No pets/smoking. $695/inclusive with $100 move in allowance. Lynn (905)925-3200, (905)436-6886. AJAX CENTRAL,basement 1- bedroom, clean & bright, 4 appli- ances, 1-parking, separate en- trance, no pets. $580/month+ util- ities. Available March 1st. (905)683-8768. AJAX NORTH,Bright, Deluxe 2 bedroom basement apartment. Huge windows, separate entrance. Ceramic & laminated. Parking. $950, inclusive. No pets/smoking. First/last. Reference. March 1st. 416-994-3450 OSHAWA, CLEAN,new building. 2-bdrms $840/month, avail Feb. 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438-9715. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 18, 2006, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 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.) Ta unton 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) 1 MONTH FREE RENT or Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - Starting At $750. ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Senior Discounts ●Full Security System Call for more information 905-728-4993 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT e & oe 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com WHITBY WELCOMES YOU HOME Spacious, newly renovated 1, 2 and 3 bdrms. Park like setting. Fr iendly community. Convenient location. Steps to GO, shopping, 401. Affordable prices. From $870. Util incl. 1-888-303-1849 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.) Ta unton 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) 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 Please call: 905-686-2328 • Stimulating Daily Programs • Unscheduled Home Visits • Income Tax Receipts • Full and part time care www.weewatch.com INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD -safe home envionment -programming - personal attention -receipts - full or part-time -caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections -Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) Come to the 'BIG ORANGE BARN for BIG BARN SAVINGS" Thursday January 19th Preview 5 p.m. - Starts 6:30 p.m. Interesting sale of Stock Overruns, Estate & Antique Items including exercise equipment, vertical filing cabinets, modular office desk, art, bedroom, sofa sets, dining room, tables & rugs.. Too many savings to list. Auctioneers - Victor Brewda & Peter Raithby Call 905-683-0041 Come & see why "We are Durham's Best Kept Secret" WINTER ART AUCTION 125 PIECES PLUS FEATURING:ROBERT BATEMAN LAURA BERRY, CAROLE BLACK JAMES LUMBERS, TRISH ROMANCE CATHERINE SIMPSON, DOUG LAIRD AND MANY MORE ARTISTS Hi- Lights Include: Robert Bateman: Midnight Black Wolf Off the Leash, Grizzly Head Portrait, Wood Shed In Winter Trisha Romance:Cat Nap Christmas At The Cottage, Through The Eyes of A Child James Lumbers: The Long Way Home All prints are gallery framed using acid free mattes. DON'T MISS THIS SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY !! DATE:SUNDAY January 22/06 PREVIEW OPENS AT:12:15 P.M. AUCTION STARTS AT:1:00 P.M. NEWCASTLE OLD TOWNE HALL N.W. corner of Hwy #2 and Mill St. (Exit 401 at Mill St.) FOR MORE INFO CALL: 905-839-1756 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auction Centre Newtonville Friday, Jan. 20 - 5:00 p.m. Selling the contents from a local home: Drop leaf Duncan Phyfe ext. table, set 6 lyre back chairs, 2 pc. plaid Chesterfield suite, 2 glider rockers, 3 pc. maple breakfast set, 3 pc. double bedroom set, 2 pc. double bedroom suite, 5 pc. bridge set, old singer treadle, old verandah rocker, set 4 cushion ladder back chairs, antique dresser, ant. chest of drawers, wingback, pr. press backs, set ladder back rush chairs, 1972 Beldon Atlas, 1888 astronomical atlas, china glass, gas mower, chest freezer, etc. etc. CHECK WEBSITE FOR UPDATES Preview after 2 p.m. Friday Cash, App. cheques, Visa, M/C AUCTIONEERS FRANK & STEVE STAPLETON, NEWTONVILLE 905-786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, January 20 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 Antique 2 door wardrobe, maple table and 4 chairs, 4pc maple bedroom set, spinning wheel, oak desk, 5pc vinyl chesterfield and chair set with wagon wheel arms and embroidered horse head and saddle on back, blue chrome table and chairs, mannequin, ant dresser, glass top coffee and end tables, wooden kitchen table and 4 chairs, pb rocker, round glass top table and 4 chairs, modern bedroom sets, wing back chairs, chesterfield sets, Royal Worcester "Evesham" dishes, Steif bear, Merrythought bear, cast Bulldog door stop, roll away tool box, gas powered ice auger, Magic Chef dryer, Kenmore apt. size dryer, auto washer and dyer, fridges, Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 for more info. or pictures www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com PUBLIC AUCTION RANDY POTTER ESTATE AUCTION Sat. Jan. 21 Start: 5 PM View: From 4 PM day of sale Randy Potter Estate Auction - 15 Cavan St. downtown Port Hope is holding an antique, art, fine furniture, glass, china & collectible auction of approx. 350 pieces incl remaining Oriental Mud Men from Oshawa estate & others. For info & pics. go to: www.randypotterauctions.com Randy Potter Auctioneer Phone: (905)885-6336 SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 - 10 a.m. at McLean Auction Center - 2194 Little Britain Rd., Lindsay. Large antique auction of collectibles, glass and china, antique and quality furniture, tools, complete contents of Scott Livingston, Cannington,Century home sold. giving up housekeeping, on instructions from John A., Gamble Q.C. selling the complete contents from the late Kenneth Pulkonik estate, Spadina Rd., Toronto and several local estates. Hundreds of items. Don't miss this interesting sale, many items in Livingston family for generations. Info (705) 324-2783 MCLEAN AUCTIONS or view at www.mcleanauctions.com WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Toronto home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:Chesterfield suite, kitchen suite, bedroom suite, prints, lamps, chests, large record collection including LPs, 78s, 45s, large quantity of comics, single door Coke fridge, plus many other interesting items.Terms:Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 SAT. JAN. 21st - 10 a.m. ANTIQUES, FURNITURE & COLLECTIBLES from Estate of Metro Romak of Pickering,a Brechin home & other lo- cal estates featuring 140 pcs. orig. Native Art by Romak @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge L9P 1R2. Details on website garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 / 1-800-654-4647 Cell 416-518-6401 Auction Sale Sat. Jan 21 @ 4 pm View from 3 Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon ON Whitby estate and Coins/Currency Key Dates: Maytag Washer & Dryer, Bdrm Furn, Glass & China, MTD Wood Chipper, Wood Lathe, Wooden Ship Models, Under Ground Sprinkler Sys- tem, Books (Max Haines, Wood Carving, Aircraft, Me- chanics), Old Ginger Beer Bottles, Tools, Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 AJAX, 2-BDRM spacious base- ment apt., newly decorated, separ- ate entrance, laundry, parking, $850 all inclusive. Available imme- diately. No smoking/pets. (289)314-9945. AJAX, 3 BEDROOM house, close to Lake, schools, bus. Spacious very clean, split level, own laundry, deck, garage fenced yard, $1195 plus 1/2 utilities. (905)686-8612. AJAX,3 bedroom main floor, bright, spacious, newly decorated. parking, laundry, A/C, C/Vac, ap- pliances, across from park, near schools. No pets/smoking. $1300/month inclusive. First/last. (905)427-3923 AJAX, 3-BEDROOM MAIN FLOOR. Harwood/Hwy #2. near shopping/transit. Laundry, huge yard, cable, parking. Prof. adults preferred. $995/month plus 70% utilities. Avail. Feb. 905-427- 6933. AJAX, SALEM/BAYLY,large bright fully renovated 1-bedroom. Parking, laundry, available imme- diately. $700 plus utilities, refer- ences, first/last. PICKERING, one bedroom basement, fully renovat- ed, $700 all inclusive, parking, lst/last, available immediately. Call after 4pm (905)509-2335 AJAX, WESTNEY/401- Legal, 1 bedroom, upper level, bright, quiet, newly renovated, A/C, cable, hard- wood, sep.entrance, sunroom, parking. Suits professional single or couple. References. First/last No pets/smoking. Available Feb.1st (905) 426-8093 AJAX- LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement apt., own entrance, bright & spacious, Hwy 2/Church. Close to Buses. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call (905)619-1798 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. AJAX. ONE BEDROOM bright & clean, walkout bsmnt. apt. freshly painted, new carpet, new applianc- es, non smoker/no pets. lst/last, references, Available immediately. Working person preferred. 905- 686-5414. AVAIL. FEBRUARY 1ST.Two bedroom apts for rent. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Please call (905)579-2387 anytime. 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,immaculate 1 bedroom with balcony. Available February 1st. Clean, secure en- trance building. $885 rent includes laundry facilities, appliances, util- ities and parking. 905-623-0791 or 905-666-1074. CHARMING 2 bedroom suite in beautiful Century Home in secure Oshawa neighbourhood. Suitable for mature refined person. No smoking/dogs. Call 905-439-8893. CLEAN 1 & 2 BDRM $720/$800, newly decorated. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. HARWOOD/KINGSTON Across from Durham Centre. 2 bedroom basement apartment. Private en- trance/laundry facilities. No pets/smoking, 1 parking. $850/month, all inclusive. First/last. Available immediately. 905-427-4167 or 647-401-4167. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call 905-683-6021 to arrange a viewing & discuss our current special Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COUNTRY SETTING,overlooks spring-fed pond, 1-bedroom, en- suite, livingroom, kitchen, break- fast area. Covered brick patio, $700/mo inclusive. Single profes- sional preferred, non-smoker/no pets. (905)428-7407. 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, with $100 move in allowance. Call 905-436- 1387. EAST OSHAWA - 2-bed. apt. w/loft, pine floors, gas fireplace, $815/mo.+heat/hydro, Feb. 1st. Also 1-bed. immediately, $745/in- clusive. Both sep. parking, near amenities, newly renovated. (905)432-1533 HOUSE FOR RENT - 3 bedroom, main floor. Newly decorated. $1,000 plus 2/3 utilities, First/last. Nice area, great location, near OC, fridge/stove/dishwasher. Available immediately. Call 905-983-5917 or 905-439-4524. KING ST. E. BOWMANVILLE above store, newly renovated 1-bedroom $600. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914- 1449 ONE BEDROOM APT.in clean quiet Oshawa 5-plex . Appliances & laundry facilities available. $695/mo. incl. No pets, bus at door. Available immediately. 905- 725-8670. OSHAWA North Rossland & Ritson. Newer well maintained, clean, quiet, adult lifestyle building, intercom. 2 bedroom $870., 1 bed- room $700 inclusive. No pets. (905) 720-2352. OSHAWA 216 Adelaide Avenue East. Clean, spacious, 2 bedroom duplex apartment with parking, laundry and utilities, all inclusive. $850/month. Call 905-420-0514 or cell 289-314-2566. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA Simcoe & Taunton 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 - Bloor and Park, quiet 12-unit building. Large 2-bed. with balcony. Available Feb 1st. $825/incl. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-924-6075. OSHAWA - NEAR CENTRE six- plex, 1-bdrm., avail. immediately or Feb.1. Extremely clean, newly renovated, very quiet building. Parking, laundry. $760/inclusive, first/last, no pets. 905-723-9577. OSHAWA, KING/RITSON, 1-bdrm apt. Close to downtown, all amen- ities, laundry, parking, $720/month inclusive. Call (905)914-3133 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 HOSPITAL area, north of Adelaide, large upper 2-bed- room, 2 baths, laundry, parking, $850/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-579-2350 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 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, NORTH END,1 & 2- bedroom apts., quiet area, 1-bed- room, $700+hydro 2-bedrooms $925 inclusive. Available immedi- ately. No pets. First/last. (905)424- 5083. OSHAWA,three bedroom main- floor bungalow in preferred Oshawa area. Large yard w/deck, large beautiful eat-in kitchen, laun- dry. 2 parking. $800+utilities. first/last, Avail Feb 1. (905)434- 1290 OSHAWA, 1 Bedroom, spacious, bright, Hospital area, ample park- ing, bus, available immediately. $750/mo All inclusive, first/last/ref- erences, no smoking/pets, 905- 432-2989 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, 2-BEDROOM upper half of duplex. 1-parking, $690/mo + utilities, first/last required. Avail- able April 1st. No pets. Call 905- 430-0249. OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE -2 bedrooms freshly painted, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus hydro, available Jan or Feb. Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA, LARGE 2-bedroom apts, in clean building near shop- ping, bus route + 401, Parking, storage, laundry. Suit mature ten- ants. Call (905)852-7116 PARK/ADELAIDE 1 bdrm bsmt $650.00, 3 bdrm $1300.00 coin- op laundry, parking, bus stop at door, 1st and last req'd 905-426- 5844. PICKERING - Liverpool and Bay- ly, furnished large 2 bedroom above ground basement apart- ment, laundry, parking, go train, shopping, air, utilities included. $875 month. (905) 831-8434 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 Fairport/Glenanna, Large 2-bdrm basement apart- ment, new professionally finished, sep. entrance, parking, Large win- dow, washer/dryer, Cable/Internet. No Smoking/pets. Avbl asap. $900-incl. 905 837 8045 PICKERING large clean 2-bed- room basement, professionally finished, registered, 4-pc. washroom, laundry, parking, a/c, utilities. Separate entrance, close to all amenities, $925/inclusive. Days-647-229-1465. (After 1 p.m./wknds 905-831-3091) PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apt., separate side entrance, includes washer, dryer. No pets, non-smoker. $850 all inclusive. Call (905)831-8787 PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT.Brock/Finch. near amenities. Sep entrance, laundry, appliances, parking, no smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. $925 -inclusive, first/last (905)427-8205 PICKERING, 401/WHITES.Large newly renovated basement apart- ment. Separate entrance, A/C, laundry. No smoking/pets. $750/month. Avail. immediately. (905)831-8004 PICKERING, Liverpool/Hwy#2 large new 1-bed. bsmt. Sep. en- trance, laundry, parking, A/C, full size appliances, lots of storage, window throughout, sound proofed, $750/incl. No smok- ing/pets. (905)426-4197 PICKERING,Liverpool/Krosno, walk to lake, GO, Bus, PTC. Large 1 bedroom, full bath/kitchen, laundry available. No smok- ing/pets, 1-parking. $750/inclu- sive. Call (905)421-8830 PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet, 2-bedrooms. Avail. immedi- ately. $895/mo. Laundry, parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1-800- 693-2778 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value $895 905-668-7758 S. AJAX, LARGE 1-BEDROOM plus extra room, basement apart- ment, separate entrance, ceramic tiles, new carpeting, fireplace, A/C, laundry, cable, parking, on bus route. All inclusive, $875. (905)231-9576. SOUTH AJAX,1-bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance. Laundry and dishwasher included. Ceramic throughout, parking, non-smoker, no pets. $690. Call 905-239-0596 TRENDY 2ND FLOOR 2 bedroom apartment. Located close to downtown Whitby. Parking spot. Newly renovated. Loads of win- dows. 850/month. First/last. Call Joan 905-404-7861. UXBRIDGE NEW!Town house / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 WAVERLY/ROSSLAND, 3 & 4- bedroom, 1-1/2 baths. Available immediately in family oriented complex, $1050-$1250 plus util. 4-appliances, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools/parks/transit/shopping, golf course. 905-743-9665 WESTNEY/LAKE DRIVE Way -2 bedroom basement. Separate en- trance. Very cozy. Cable, A/C, Ve ry Private. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. (905)426- 3524 (daytime) or 416-721-3063 (evening). WHITBY -1 bdrm. well kept home, over 600sq. ft., private entrance, walk-out to landscaped backyard, own laundry, oak cabinets, central air/vac, single non-smoker pre- ferred, no pets. First/last, $775/mo including utilities. Parking avail. 905-668-9652 ref. req'd. WHITBY - 1 bedroom, includes heat, hydro & parking. 4 Sevens Realty Ltd., Realtor. 905-668- 7777. 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 1-BEDROOM apartment available. Close to 401, Go, $750 plus hydro. Available Feb 1st. Call (905)666-1261. WHITBY large 1 bedroom, Adult Lifestyle building, fully remodeled, $795/inclusive. South Oshawa 2 bedroom, $825/inclusive. Avail- able Now/February 1st. 905-259- 8259, 905-576-9779, 905-576- 9055. WHITBY,bright, spacious 3-bed- room apartment, freshly painted, new floors. Near all amenities. In- cludes fireplace, dishwasher, washer/dryer, balcony. $1000 plus heat/hydro. Available Feb. 1st. Michelle or Peter 905-666-8376 WHITBY, GARDEN/DUNDAS, one bedroom walkout legal base- ment, large, bright, separate en- trance, parking, appliances, share laundry, no pets/smoking, refer- ences and credit check, $750 in- clusive. lst/last. Immediate (647)209-9258 WHITBY-2 bedroom suites to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY-DUNDAS/GARDEN 2 bedroom basement apt. backs onto Rosedale Park, large bright livingroom, shower only, shared laundry, parking Feb.1st $895 in- cludes cable. Condolyn Manage- ment. 905-428-9766 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 1 YEAR OLD 3 bedroom house, 3 bathrooms, (Northeast Whitby). $1299+utilities, first/last, referenc- es. Available from February 1st. Call Ray (416)823-4930 2 BEDROOM IMMACULATE doll- house, North Oshawa location. 2 bathrooms, inground pool, a/c. Suits professional single/couple. No pets/smoking. First/last. $1200+util. First/last. 905-720- 0945. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, fin- ished basement, 1 1/2 baths, near Hwy 2/Cochrane, Whitby. Large backyard, parking, great quiet neighbourhood, near schools. $1350/mo.+. Avail. February 1st. 905-665-1706 A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. Up to $15,000 cash back to you! Require $35,000 + up family income and reasonable credit. No down payment required. Why Rent! Call Bill Roka, 25 years as top sales rep with world's lead- ing realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX HARWOOD/HWY 2 Must See Executive 4 bedroom/3 full bath, 5 appliances. 2,500 sq./ft. Large deck, garage, 2 parking. $1,400+, cable+wireless internet. month2month. Tony, 416-574- 6037. AJAX NORTH Brand new home for lease, 4 bdrm., 3 1/2 bath- rooms, $1, 600/month + utilities. Call Roger Crevelle 905-619-2655. AJAX NORTH, HOUSE 4 bed- room in North Ajax. $l,600 per month. Immediate availability. (905)683-1519 AJAX,Harwood Ave/Rossland, 3 bedroom, finished basement, at- tached garage, close to schools, available immediately. $1250 plus utilities. First/last. 416-464-3278. COUNTRY HOME,south of Port Pe rry on Simcoe St. 3-bedroom, 1 bath, large yard. Available March 1st. $1200/month plus utilities. First/last. Call (905)261-0026 Are you a new business? Be included in either or all future Community Phone Books. (Pickering * Ajax * Whitby * Oshawa * Clarington) Please contact This Week Phone Directories @ 905-579-4400 or email: directories@durhamregion.com AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY 2,2-bed- room bungalow, fully renovated, brand new kitchen, floors, 2 full baths, laundry. Near public school, transportation, amenities. Avail- able immediately. $1300 includes utilities & cable. (416)666-5311 (905)427-9734 BEAUTIFUL Oshawa executive 3- bdrms, 2 baths, cathedral ceiling, air, gas f/p, 5 appliances, garage. Walk to everything. $1295/mo, first/last. No smoking/pets. Avail Feb.1st. (905)579-4400 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 COURTICE large 3 bedroom brand new house with In-Law apartment. 5 appliances, nice yard. $1800 plus utilities, Febru- ary 1st. Fist/last. 905-259-8259, 905-576-9055, 905-259-4499. NORTHEAST OSHAWA - 3-bdrm, 3 washroom, 2 walk-outs, 2-storey home, no appliances. Close to all amenities. Greenbelt. $1150 plus utilities. Avail Feb 1st. Credit check required. Call Jack 905-576-1910 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 $1,300.00 + util. Available Feb.1/06. Call Pat at 905-472- 7300 x229. OSHAWA,Grandview/Bloor, large 2-bdrm main-level detached, mas- ter bdrm w/deck, fenced yard, gar- age, appliances incl. $1250/mo. in- clusive. Close to amenities/401. No smoking/dogs. First/last/ref. Avail. immediately. (905)434-1386 PICKERING -Rougemount Dr. North - quaint cottage style home, 2 plus one bedrooms, available Feb 1st. $1,100 per mo. Phone 905-509-3601. PICKERING VILLAGE,small bun- galow, whole house, 2 upper bed- rooms, 1 lower, 2 baths, renovated kitchen, livingroom w/fireplace, lower familyroom, garage, 6-park- ing, large yard, $1200/mo+ utilities. Call (905)245-0212 3-BEDROOM townhouse/garage in West Lynde, Whitby. Close to schools/GO/401. Rent $1295 (in- cludes water/5-appliances) plus utilities. First/last/references re- quired. Availability-Immediate. Call 905-668-2204. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. IMMACULATE BROOKLIN To wn- home Watford/Winchester area. 3- bdrms, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, deck, garage, fenced yard, $1300+utilities. No smoking. Avail. March 1st. 416-618-4149. NORTH WHITBY, 3 bedroom townhouse. For lease, $1400 plus utilities or sale $214,900. Call Chand Ratnayke RAH Realty, 905-424-8428 OSHAWA SOUTH 3 bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus util- ities. First/last. 905-579-9956 or To ll-free 1-866-922-6422. PICKERING,Whites/Hwy 2, brand new, over 1700-sq ft. 3-bdrms, 2-1/2 baths, 5 appliances, fin. re- croom, walk-out, many upgrades. Close to schools/shops, 401/GO, medical centre. No smoking/pets. $1550/mo+ utilities. (905)839-7626 RITSON/BEATRICE,3 bedroom townhouse, 5 appliances, finished basement with 4th bedroom, pri- vate yard, gas heat, detached gar- age, parking for 2. Quiet complex, near schools and amenities, $1250 plus utilities. First/last references, available immediately. (905)987- 2170 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. 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. BRAND NEW ROOMING House, extremely clean, steps to Oshawa Centre and major bus routes, 2 4pc washrooms, laundry on site, local phone and cable included. $400-$500/month. (905)720-4889 COZY COUNTRY ROOM, 5 min East of Oshawa Walmart. Panoramic view, new appliances, $400/inclusive. January/Feb 1st. 905-432-4367. FURNISHED ROOMS in 3 year new house. Ajax. Suit profession- al or student, seconds to GO stop/station, shopping, 401. Imme- diately, $550/$500, first/last. Call Leroy (905)442-3276. PICKERING - Brock and Finch, newly renovated, suit single male, microwave, fridge, laundry. Smok- ing, utilities and cable included. Beside bus stop, parking, immedi- ately, reasonable. (905) 686-4975. PICKERING / 401 Brock Rd. lge furnished room, t.v./cable, laundry, parking, utilities inc. in clean, quiet home, share facilities, $100 per week. Close to amen- ities, no pets, no smoking, female preferred. Av. imm. (416) 738-5150 (905) 427-7073 WEST PICKERING - furnished rooms in clean quiet all adult home. Suitable for mature respon- sible non-smokers. Share sep. kitchen, bathrooms, bus, parking, first/last/references. (905)509- 2459 WHITES RD/STROUDS LANE - Furnished room for working person (preferred). Full kitchen, cable, separate bathroom, available im- mediately, $110/week. Call 905- 420-1846. Altona/Finch,clean bright room in townhouse, own bath, cable, pre- fer mature professional working male. Share kitchen and laundry. No smoking/pets. No lease, $450 first month only. Available Feb 13th. (905)509-9607, 416-726- 2197. 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. FURNISHED 2 bedroom condo in Courtice. Laundry, separate washroom. First/last. $525/month. No smoking. 905-718-4276 LOOKING FOR 2 Professional roommates to share 4-bedroom townhouse in North Oshawa. Close to all amenities and only 5mins to 401. $550/month all in- clusive, no pets, non-smoker call Kevin (905)579-8613 SHARED ACCOMMODATION- non-smoking working professional preferred. Near 401/O.C./down- town Oshawa. Cable, parking, util- ities included. $450/mo. first/last preferred. 905-718-6471 after 6 p.m. 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. "CARRIAGE HILLS RESORT" (time share) Barrie Ontario, 1 or 2 bdrms for July 15-22. Also Portu- gal, available (2-wk pkg) March 25 to April 8. Call Jean (905)666-0517 REWARD LOST RING Diamond solitaire, hearts on band, senti- mental value. Beginning of Janu- ary, Pickering Zellers area. Not well, to pass on to son. Christine (905)427-6692 SINCERE SINGLES,to meet someone special call 1-866-719- 9116. Specializing in long term re- lationships since 1992. 1/2 price specials. BABYSITTER/NANNY needed for occasional weekday afternoons in North Ajax. Active 4-year-old & newborn. Experience, references, own transportation. Suits retiree or mature student. (905)686-9521 HWY#2/HARWOOD AREA.Reli- able daycare in my home. Afford- able rates. Non-smoking. Full- time. 6 months and up. Immedi- ate Opening. (905)231-9885. BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, ceiling lifts etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668-8560 OR 1-800-659- 0668 PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings. Always private and confi- dential. House parties available. (905)665-3222. $10 off with this ad 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 2 MATCHING loveseats and so- fas,both sets $300 each. 905-718- 6471 after 6 p.m. 20 & 40 FOOT CARGO BINS, $2,400 - $2,800; 8' Arctic plow $1,950; 6 ton float trailer $3,200. Call 905-718-6375. 4 WHEEL GO-GO SCOOTER,1 year old $1000. Call Bonnie (905)839-3947 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, Your parts Specialists! Refrigerators, $99/up. Washers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up, Visit our showroom. Large selection! 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 $1025. 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. 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 CONTENTS SALE - Couches, d/r set, wall unit, junior bdrm., pictures & more. Call 905-668-3576 COVERED SEASONED FIREWOOD FOR SALE Please call 905-550-0593 CROSSING WATER ANTIQUES European wholesale, everything imaginable in stock. NOEL 905-261-0404 DINING ROOM SET Formal colo- nial Solid Maple table with 6 chairs, buffet & hutch $1,000. Please call (905)434-6913 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. DININGROOM SUITE,beautiful contemporary bleached solid oak, table, extends to seat 10, 6 chairs, and hutch, mirrored with glass shelves, cost $7500, asking $1900, like new. (905)509-3130 or 416-841-2993. ELECTRIC SCOOTER,2 wheel, red, new, never been used, with helmet. Suitable for trailer park or cottage. Electric, worth $600 new, asking $500 or best offer. Phone 1-705-786-2521. GENERATOR BLOW-OUT!!All sizes, eg. 1800 watt $349.00. New, warranty. 888-743-9378. HERBAL LIFE independent dis- tributor. Call me for products. Paul Thursby (905)683-4604, 647-282- 4604. 136 Delaney Drive, Ajax 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 MAG WHEELS,(set of 4), 18" with low profile tires, only used one summer. Will fit Sunfire, Cavalier, Vibe etc. $900. 905-259-9846 MASSAGE BED portable $100 or massage chair RMT styles 905- 244-9063. 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 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. POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package in- cluded. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. 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 - Specials on all 2005 instock items. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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. RINGLEADER FINE JEWELLERS 145 Kingston Rd., (across from Costco). BUY, SELL, REPAIR, APPRAISALS, REMODELLING, INSURANCE REPLACEMENT, CUSTOM DESIGN. 905-426-7464 ask for Phil SATELLITE TV:F.T.A. STOP PAYING $80+ monthly for TV! PPV Movies, Sports, Children, Adult+ Multi-Lingual Channels ALL FREE. 1000's of channels pos- sible- NO MONTHLY BILLS! Starting @ $199.00- Installation, repair and sales experts. U-NEEK ELECTRONICS, 226 Bloor Street E. Oshawa. (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com: Visit our store today! (905) 435-0202 CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435- 0747. A1 FIREWOOD.Call (905)436- 6600 or 905-260-1774 ASH,MAPLE,BEECH,Kozy Heat Firewood, excellent, best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut/split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753- 2246. LAKERIDGE FARM FIREWOOD, The best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/ delivered. Call 905- 424-1735. BASSETT HOUND PUPPIES (hush puppy), male and female. Va r ious colours, must see. Parents on site. Ready to go. Dewormed, first shots. $600. 905-697-3106. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. Beautiful, friendly babies, Cham- pion parents. CKC registered, vet checked, vaccinated, home raised. 3 year health & temperament guar- antee $900 (905)986-5845. 1989 HONDA ACCORD,4-door, 5-speed, burgundy, cruise control, newer clutch, 165,000-km, runs well. $800-obo as is. (905)728- 2252 1991 DODGE SHADOW, $500 As Is. 905-579-0252. 1994 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM 4-dr, V6-automatic, green/grey in- terior, pw/pdl/tilt, cruise, power seat, power trunk, new windshield, tire/struts, fuel tank, fuel/brake lines. Beautiful ride $2495-cert/ e-tested. (905)435-1091 1994 HYUNDAI EXCEL,79,000 K.M. $1,500 or best offer. Excel- lent running condition. call (905)579-7036 1998 PONTIAC GRAND AM V6-automatic, 4-dr, w/air. green exterior with black interior, pdl, AM/FM cassette, 168,000-kms. runs and drives beautifully. cert/emission tested. Asking $3750-obo. 905-435-1091 2000 CHEVY IMPALA,excellent condtion, 3.4L engine, new brake pads & rotors, good tires, $7300 obo. (905)579-0664 2001 VW GETTA GLS.Black, loaded. $12,500. 128,000kms. P/windows, p/locks, A/C, Cruise, Alloy wheels, sunroof, heated seats. Certified, e-tested. (905)665-6111. MUST SELL IMMEDIATELY!! MAKE ME AN OFFER! 1995 Ford Taurus Wagon, Champagne, auto, 5 dr, new parts, ALL SERVICE RECORDS, INCL., A/C, AM/FM pdl, pm, e-tested cruise, beautiful to drive SAD TO SELL. 217 KM. $3100 or b.o. (416)485-7287. NEED A CAR? LET US GIVE YOU THE CHANCE YOU DESERVE! APPLY ONLINE WWW.VILLAGE CHRYSLER.CA OR CALL 905-683-5358 OR 906-767-0951 ASK FOR BRIDGET WE GET YOU DRIVING! $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleases call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 1 A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. A1 $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER. To ps all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- 4609 or (416)286-6156. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). AAA - $$$ SCRAP- Free removal. Top $$ Paid for scrap cars & trucks. 7 days/week. Call 905-261- 0505.. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 18, 2006 www.durhamregion.com One-night only cabaret PICKERING — Fly up to Brougham this weekend to catch a cabaret. The Cabaret of the Gilded Cage will be performed one night only, Jan. 21, at the Brougham Hall. The event is a fundraiser for Land Over Landings, with all proceeds helping the group in its effort to protect the tenants and the land in north Pickering, expropriated for an airport 25 years ago. The cabaret features music, laughs and a touch of burlesque. Co-writer and performer Rosa- lind McArthur, known to her Pickering neighbours as Roz Keyes, performs the show with To ronto soprano Genevieve Proulx, a mezzo-soprano who has studied in Britain, Australia and her native New Zealand. Tickets are $15 and can be re- served by calling 905-649-2433. The price includes a light snack and there will be a cash bar. The Brougham Hall is on the east side of Brock Road, be- tween Hwy. 407 and 7. Catch the ACA show until Feb. 6 AJAX — There’s a little bit of everything in an exhibition that opened at the McLean Com- munity Centre’s Atrium in Ajax on Jan. 2. The work of 30 Ajax Creative Arts members features a variety of subjects and styles. Artists displaying work in- clude Maria Aloise, Cheryl Bannister, Don Hightower and Greg Martin. The exhibition runs until Feb. 6 and the centre is at 95 Magill Dr. (at Westney Road North) and open to the public Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dinner and a show in Ajax AJAX — Treat your valentine to a night to remember next month. Ajax-based TASS-Tones pres- ents Two Hearts on Feb. 10 at the Annandale Golf and Curl- ing Club. The show features Andrew Night and Ann Emerald per- forming songs by Neil Dia- mond, Rod Stewart, Shania Twain and Patsy Cline. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and dinner is served at 7:30 p.m., followed by the show from 9 to 10 p.m. There is a semi-formal dress code in effect. Tickets are $45 and available in advance only by calling 905- 686-4910. Annandale is on Church Street just north of Bayly Street in Ajax. Students take to the Stage AJAX — Ajax students are leaning on the horn and want your attention. J. Clarke Richardson Colle- giate presents ‘HONK!’ the mu- sical version of ‘The Ugly Duck- ling,’ in the school’s theatre. Performances are Jan. 18 to Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. each night. General audience tickets are $10, while the cost is $5 for children under 12 years old and seniors. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling Michelle da Camara at the school, at 905-619-9571, ext. 320. The school is at 1355 Har- wood Ave. N., just north of Rossland Road. A/P PA GE B7 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ JANUARY 18, 2006 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 wk. 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 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 1-800-961-RENO(7366) Basements, & Bathrooms Renovations Kitchens, Electrical, Plumbing, Ceramic tile, Windows, Doors, Decks, Trim, Carpentry, Painting,Home inspections &more *Insured *Guaranteed-1year warranty *Senior Discounts KEELER, Carol.Peacefully at the family residence on Saturday January 14, 2006. Carol Hunt in her 64th year. Beloved wife of Fred (Butch) Keeler. Lov- ing mother of Kim and her husband Keith Burlton and Kathy and her husband Rick Duerden. Dear grandmother of Steven and Shawn. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Monday. Funeral Service at Westney Heights Baptist Church 1201 Ravenscroft Road Ajax on Tuesday January 17 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Whitevale Ce- metery. Should family and friends so desire, dona- tions to the Canadian Cancer Society or Durham Access to Care would be greatly appreciated. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca 1999 DODGE DAKOTA $5,999. 1997 Safari Panel Van $2,990. 1993 Suzuki Sidekick 4x4 $2,699. 1992 Ford Explorer 4x4 $2,990. 1990 Ford F-150 ext. cab $3,499. Others from $1,699 & up. Certified & e-tested. Call (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1993 MERCURY VILLAGER LS, 7 passenger, mini-van, V6, auto, ful- ly loaded, p.seats, stereo cassette, new tires, excellent condition in/out. Runs like new, $1,175. (905)404-8541. 1993 PLYMOUTH VOYAGEUR $1485. Certified/E-Tested! New Tires! 145,000 km. 7 passenger, Burgundy, good body. Call Debo- rah 905-986-0670 1998 FORD E-350 CUBE VAN, 7.3L turbo diesel, 14' heated box, well-maintained, 312k, certified & e-tested $9,500. (905)579-3760. 2002 TOYOTA SIENNA,$19,900. Great condition. P/Windows, p/locks, CD, Cruise. E-tested & certified. 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Specializing in all Interior & Exterior Renovation basements ● ceramics bathrooms ● hardwood kitchens ● laminate electrical ● painting plumbing ● crown molding decks ● fencing Serving the Durham region for over 15 years Call John for free estimates (905)428-8868 ALL PRO PA INTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 ROMEO PAINTING Specializing in interior and exterior painting. Call now for our winter special prices (905) 686-9128 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workma nship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 ELITE MOVING $40/hr., 2-movers+ Tr uck, Excellent Ser- vice, Short notice. Insured. Reliable, Ex- perienced, Punctual. 416-560-2723 CROSS MOVERS Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)423-0239 (905)683-5342 AN ORGANIZED LIFE - Profes- sional organizer, home cleaning, reasonable rates. I'm on your "to- do" list, lets' get it done! 905-259- 1127. 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Contact MICHAEL BRIGGS at 905-683-5110 ext. 238 or mbriggs@durhamregion.com Price:$75.00 + GST (includes colour) ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Mu l ti-faceted Claremont artist opens photo exhibit Tour the planet through the eyes and lens of Harper Forbes, with stops in European capitals and spicy Caribbean destinations By Christy Chase Staff Editor DURHAM — Claremont photographer Harper Forbes presents glimpses of everyday life around the globe with his new exhibit at the Kent Farn- dale Gallery. Wo rld Tour 2006 includes 26 photographs taken by Forbes during his travels to Cuba, Trinidad and Tobago, Monaco, Edinburgh, Paris, Cannes and London. Most of the works are of people, Forbes said. “It is people from everyday life or shots of everyday life, hopefully with a unique per- spective,” he said. “I took an awful lot of pictures and pared it down.” The photos are a mix of colour, black and white and sepia. “I let the image decide. I really believe that the image is everything, that the picture really tells its own story. I re- ally choose the images care- fully.” His interest in photography began when he was a child and just kept growing. He took courses and learned on his own, eventually ending up in the film business, work- ing with lighting and camer- as. But his still photography passion continues in his art. He continually reviews his past work, checking out styles, looking for what he likes about photos. Currently, he’s considering the move from film to digital photography. But photography isn’t his only interest. His portfolio includes steel and wood sculpture, silk- screen printing, stone lithog- raphy, painting and drawing. He’s written and directed plays, worked as a DJ on a radio station and studied act- ing in England. He’s won numerous awards for his art, including best of show in several exhibitions. His work has been featured in Oshawa Art Association ex- hibits, Seven Mile Island in Scugog, the Piano Cafe in Port Perry and Anthony’s Gallery in Whitby. Closer to home, Forbes has shown work at the McLean Community Centre in Ajax, Visions Art Gallery in Claremont and the Durham West Arts Centre. The exhibit opened Jan. 14 and continues through Feb. 1. The Kent Farndale Gallery is in the Scugog Memorial Public Library, 231 Water St., Port Perry. Hours are Monday, Wednes- day and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entertainment Briefs JANUARY 18, 2006 Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Harper Forbes does it all. The Pickering artist is a sculptor and painter, and he’s written and directed plays. Forbes is also a photographer and his work is currently on display in Port Perry. 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