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The Durham Regional Police Service lacks the resources to provide a dedicated traffic divi- sion for Pickering, council be- lieves. “Speeding is a huge, huge problem throughout the city,” City Councillor Doug Dickerson said. “We know the police cannot give us the level of enforcement we expect and pay for but they do their best.” Council passed a motion re- questing the office of the chief administrative officer (CAO) to, with Durham police, look at vari- ous options available to combat speeders. “The time has come to tackle this problem of speeding using two additional tools in the box,” Pickering has the need to fight speed Tr ustee wonders about opportunity for public input By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — The openness of the Durham Catholic District School Board’s budget process is being questioned, following a closed-door finance committee meeting. A Catholic trustee and a Min- istry of Education official are wondering why the board held an in-camera finance committee meeting to discuss the 2006/07 budget prior to it being approved at the June 26 board meeting. The budget was given final ap- proval without question or com- ment from trustees. During the June 26 meeting, chairwoman and Whitby Trustee Mary Ann Martin said trustees went through the budget during the finance meeting, examining it line by line. Patricia Manson, the board’s director of educa- tion, said in an interview that the finance meeting was not open to the public. “I think it’s not unfair if the public was critical of that,” said Oshawa Trustee Fred Jones. He said the board should have only gone in-camera for items legis- lated, such as land purchasing or items that could prejudice bar- gaining. Steve Robinson, manager of issues management and media relations for the Ministry of Edu- cation and Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, said for an entire meeting to be in- camera, it would have had to have been done in error or there would have had to have been a specific reason. Board officials said Ms. Man- son was not available for follow- COOLING OFF IN PICKERING Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Three-and-half-year-old Kaitlyn Fleming is all smiles while wading in the pool at the Petticoat Creek Conservation Area. Catholic budget process draws questions ✦ See Jones, Page 2 BURNING ISSUE An in-depth look at energy from waste Page 4 DurhamDurham Daily News Every weekday at noon ✦ See Socially, Page 2 durhamregion.comP PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 Active Therapy & Sports ClinicActive Therapy & Sports ClinicActive Therapy & Sports ClinicActive Therapy & Sports Clinic 905-831-8115 1101 Kingston Rd., Suite 240 ( Hwy #2 & Dixie) ( in the Dairy Queen plaza) Registered Physiotherapists & Massage Therapists • Physiotherapy • Massage Therapy • Chiropractic Care • Acupuncture • Custom Made Orthotics • U/V Therapy (Eczema, Psoriasis) EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE!! • Motor Vehicle Accidents • Extended Health • WSIB Claims Accepted • Personal Injury Claims Mr. Roain Bayat completed his B. Sc. in Physical Therapy at McGill University (Montreal) in 2001, an institution distinguished for its excellence in research and tied as Canada’s top-ranked medical-doctoral university. 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According to the Education Act, a meeting of a board committee may be closed to the public when the subject under consideration deals with: the security of board property; the disclosure of intimate per- sonal or finan- cial information regarding vari- ous individuals; land acquisition or disposal; de- cisions regard- ing employee negotiations; and litigation affecting the board. “I believe very little should be held in-camera,” said Trustee Jones. He also said more should be done to engage the public in the budget process. Ms. Manson said the board collects information for its budget through- out the year, such as at school council meetings. “We don’t have a specific submis- sion process,” she said. “I certainly think the public should have an opportunity,” said Trustee Jones. “The budget is a very big item that impacts our children in a very signifi- cant way.” He said there are issues surround- ing computers, special education, maintenance and different curricu- lum items that he would like to see deputations for. But to get more pub- lic participation, the board needs a chairwoman who supports it, Trustee Jones said. “I think the board could do more,” he said. “The lack of deputations is an indication of something, probably that we don’t promote it enough or they don’t know.” In a letter to Trustee Martin this week, Trustee Jones said under her leadership as chairwoman, “it cer- tainly has been your practice to ac- tively suppress debate in fear that someone may express an opinion that differs from yours.” Trustee Martin, again through staff, said she would not respond to Trustee Jones’ comments through the media. Coun. Dickerson said. “The message that it is just as socially unacceptable to cause danger to others by speed- ing as it is by drunk driving. And, the increased use of police radar units to enforce the posted speed limits.” Options include, but are not lim- ited to, entering into a pay-service agreement with the police depart- ment to supply two officers, or enter- ing into a service agreement based on actual cost plus benefits for two officers. “These units would serve in the city of Pickering only,” Coun. Dickerson said. “And on a full-time basis. City officials would work alongside the officers in determining which streets will be covered each day.” According to Regional Councillor Bill McLean, the City purchased two radar guns for the Durham Regional Police six years ago and now they just need the bodies to use them in enforcing speed limits in Pickering. But Regional Councillor Rick John- son warned council to be cautious of spending money twice. “I think dialogue is good,” Coun. Johnson said, but added, “I think we have the proper channel to pay for (police services) through regional tax dollars.” The CAO’s office was asked to re- port back following council’s sum- mer break. Socially unacceptable to speed ✦ Jones from page 1 ✦ Socially from page 1 Fred Jones Jones wants more public input THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Beach postings week ending July 7 CLARINGTON OSHAWA Bowmanville Beach East OPEN Lakeview Beach East OPEN Bowmanville Beach West OPEN Lakeview Beach West POSTED Newcastle Beach Central POSTED WHITBY AJAX Whitby Beach OPEN Pickering Beach POSTED SCUGOG Rotary Park POSTED Kinsmen Beach POSTED PICKERING UXBRIDGE Frenchman’s Bay East OPEN Elgin Pond OPEN Frenchman’s Bay West OPEN Next Posting: July 14 Throughout the summer, the Durham Region health department is conducting bacteriological water tests to determine if the following beaches are safe for swimming. Your community... online Committee split on how to proceed in wake of provincial legislation By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — The line between the Region’s and the Province’s vision of growth has been drawn. The Places to Grow Act, which was passed in mid-June, is the Province’s vision for building stronger, more pros- perous communities by better managing growth. But there are points where the Region and the Province don’t see eye to eye. Durham has three years to bring its Official Plan (OP) into conformity with the growth plan. “I, for one, am tired of being dictat- ed to by people who don’t even live in our community,” planning com- mittee chairwom- an Gerri Lynn O’Connor said. The committee held a statutory public meeting on June 27 where residents were welcome to ex- press their views on proposed amendments to the OP for population, employment, and urban land compo- nent of the plan. However, significant aspects of the population, employment and land needs component cannot be approved as pro- posed due to the legislation. “The act is law, we must by law con- form to the Places to Grow and the greenbelt,” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said. A previous Durham council resolution directed staff to continue with the work it’s already doing on its OP and deal with the Province’s plan later. However the commissioner of plan- ning cautioned the Region about going down that road. “Violation of provincial policy, you can jeopardize the entire amendment,” Alex Georgieff said. “The good work we spent in developing those policies would be lost.” There were 16 people who spoke at the public meeting and they presented a mixed view on issues surrounding the OP as compared to the provincial plan, according to Region Chairman Roger Anderson. “There were a lot of issues about not being able to follow through with the plan or the requests after years of work- ing on our Official Plan,” Mr. Anderson said. “Some were just saying deal with it and move on.” Staff will draft a report on all the com- ments received at the meeting, incor- porate the ideas and explain why they didn’t use others. “Staff listened intently to all the issues and hopefully we will be able to respond to them,” Mr. Anderson said. The next steps in the OP review include presenting a recommended amendment to the planning committee on Aug. 29. It’s recommendation is to be considered by Durham council on Sept. 13. But, before that, Mr. Anderson said, the committee has requested to meet with David Caplan, minister of public infrastructure renewal, in the next two weeks to discuss the growth plan and the ability to expand urban boundaries to gain an understanding of where the Province is compared to the Region. The amendment to be considered Sept. 13 will not include areas of the proposed amendments that are not in conformity with Places to Grow. Also during the public meeting, com- mittee received for information two ap- plications for amendment to OP. The first was from Stockworth Limited, to permit an addition of 950 square me- ters of retail development in the Town- ship of Scugog. Also submitted was an application by Mason Homes looking for a redesignation of special study lands to a living area to permit residential devel- opment in the Township of Uxbridge. Durham ‘tired of being dictated to’ Roger Anderson AJAX — Police are seeking tips from the public as they try to track down a sus- pect who pistol-whipped an Ajax man in his home last week. Durham police said a 44-year-old Ad- miral Road resident had been relaxing in his back yard hot tub around 11:30 p.m. last Thursday, June 29. When he went into the house he was surprised to find a stranger armed with a silver handgun inside. The man was smashed over the head with the gun twice when he ordered the suspect out, police said. He gave his attacker a shove and the suspect fled through the back door. The victim was treated at hospital and released; police say it took 15 staples to close lacerations on his head. A search of the area turned up no sus- pects. Investigators are seeking a suspect described as a light-skinned black man, about 5-foot-10 to 6-feet tall. He’s under 25 and had his hair cut short. Anyone with information is asked to call 905-683-9100, ext. 5362. Aj ax h omeowner pistol-whipped by intruder durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 This is the first in a series looking at the technology behind energy-from-waste facilities in Europe. Photos and story by Erin Hatfield DURHAM — Garbage as a resource. It is a somewhat uncertain opportu- nity -- but the technology to harness energy from garbage exists. Durham throws out 150,000 tonnes of rubbish annually, hauled by truck to the Pinetree landfill site in Michigan. It’s not an ideal solution. Even with the most effective source separation, reusing and recycling, there will always be waste left over. In the Netherlands and Sweden, land is at a premium, so time and money has been spent to develop the process of turning waste into energy. Once thought of as just burning gar- bage, today incineration is looked at as using garbage as the fuel in energy-mak- ing factories. It was only after MacViro Consultants Inc., adviser to the Durham-York Joint Waste Management Committee, studied the effects of different systems on the natural, social, economic, technical and legal environments, that thermal treat- ment, with energy recovery and recovery of materials from ash, was identified as the best route for Durham and York to travel. In its favour, thermal treatment reduc- es the volume of material going to land- fill by 80 per cent, thereby reducing the consumption of limited landfill space. And, by generating electricity, waste is a resource. How it works Garbage is the lifeblood of waste-to-energy facilities such as the ones the regional delegation visited in Sweden and Holland in May. “They were clean, they were well run, the emissions were controlled,” said Cliff Curtis, Durham Region’s commissioner of works. “They were actually an asset to the community.” Three of the facilities visited, Sysav in Malmo, Sweden, and Afval Energie Bedrijf (AEB) and Alkmaar in the Neth- erlands, have slight variations but their technology is basically the same. “The real story with energy from waste is what process they use to scrub the flue gases,” Mr. Curtis said. “Some were bet- ter than others. I would say both Malmo and Alkmaar were extremely clean, ex- tremely well-run, good looking, efficient operations.” After residents reduce, reuse and re- cycle as much waste as possible, the re- sidual is taken to the incinerator where it is burned and electricity, along with hot water for district heating, is produced. Smoke is taken through a flue gas purification process where a number of filters, each with their own job, take out fly ash, salt and dioxins and other harm- ful emissions. Amsterdam Amsterdam is known as a city in- grained with the principle of tolerance. The citizenry’s liberal views on much society has to offer do not include the mismanagement of waste. At the energy-from-waste facility here, the goal is to maximize the use of waste from 32 million residents, which comes to the HVC EWF facility each year. Owned by the city of Amsterdam, HVC EWF has 85 years of energy-from- waste experience and services 19 affili- ated local authorities in the region. Dr. Evelien Jonkhot, who works in the marketing department at the Amster- dam facility, said the waste-to-energy plant is considered recycling. “Only when recycling is not possible does it come to the incinerator,” Dr. Jonk- hot said, adding only non-recyclable, non-combustible material is allowed to go to a landfill. From the ash, they extract iron and non-ferrous and precious metals like gold. Sand is used to make lime- stone bricks and granulate to make concrete. After all the processing, one per cent of the waste goes to landfill as a hazard- ous material. The facility produces 630 kilowatts per hour, per tonne of waste. It is currently undergoing expansion to build the first high-efficiency, waste-to-energy plant, described as a waste-fired power plant. Two new burners will process 530,000 more tonnes taking its total capacity to 1.6 million tones by 2007. “Amsterdam had a few challenges,” Mr. Curtis said. “But, they were actually running a very energy-efficient opera- tion. They were extracting the maximum amount of energy they could from the incineration process but... it seemed to be just a little bit of a messier opera- tion.” Sysav “A total view of how waste is handled,” is the slogan the Sysav energy-from- waste facility has adopted. “Treating waste in a waste incinera- tion plant today is very environmentally friendly,” said Jonas Eek, manger of the facility’s energy department. “We get very low emissions and replace a lot of fossil fuels.” Sysav is publicly owned by 14 mu- nicipalities and processes the waste of 620,000 inhabitants, fifty tonnes each hour. Organic waste and plastics are burned in the incinerator, but plans are in place to collect 35 per cent of biological waste and treat it biologically by 2010. But, also important to its operation are the landfill sites located on the facility grounds, which measure 100 kilometres in width by 50 kilometres in length. Only 8.9 per cent of all waste that pass- es through the facility, including ash, goes to landfill. Alkmaar A city more than 750 years old, Al- kmaar is steeped in history. In the 1700s people used to throw their garbage in the streets, but much has changed. The Alkmaar facility looks at itself as a factory that makes electricity. It began operation in 1971 and in 1995 they fin- ished the current facility. The Alkmaar facility services a popu- lation of 1.5 mil- lion people and processes 630,000 tonnes of burn- able waste each year. The facility has 17 shareholders made up of 42 municipalities. As a non-profit company, any profit goes back to the shareholders and even- tually to the residents in the form of a lower cost of waste management. The facility can generate electricity for 100,000 homes. Seventy five per cent of the architecturally modern installa- tion houses the system used to clean the smoke. The checks and balances at the Alkmaar facility are one of the most unique and interesting elements of the facility. On the grounds of the Alkmaar facility, spinach and flowers are grown to test the air quality. As well, they have cows, and the milk is tested to ensure there are no contaminants. Next week: The learning curve For more on this story To view this series in its entirety, visit keywordsearch: aburningissue From left to right, the outside view of facilities in Amsterdam, Alkmaar and Sysav. From the incinerated ash, non- ferrous and precious metals like gold can be extracted. What is ENERGY from waste? ISSUE A THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 PAGE 5 Pdurhamregion.com Call 905 427-2007 or email Allergy, Detox and Weight Control Clinic 1550 Kingston Rd. 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Some of the emotional and behavioural changes we can experience include a change in the way we relate to other people. For example, people can become more depressed, withdrawn, and not able to listen to others or be less Is Stress Affecting Your Health? Anne Dranitsaris, Ph.D. sensitive towards others. Emotions like anxiety, anger, and frustration can become heightened. There is something we can do about our reaction to stress! Because of the nature of stress, drugs do not effectively treat it. However, an approach to living our lives that leads to reduced pain and suffering, physical wellness, and inward peace can be learned through a program called Mindfulness- Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) originally developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. This program was designed for people who want to work with their own stress, pain, and illness in order to mobilize their own inner resources of mind and body for growing, healing, and taking charge in new ways in their lives. Anne Dranitsaris. Ph.D. is a clinical psychotherapist in private practice in Pickering. She works with individuals and groups using Mindfulness-Based approaches for treatment of stress-related problems, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. For more information about upcoming MBSR programs and Free Introductory Seminars, contact the Centre for Mindful Therapies at 905.509.7790 or visit www.mindfultherapies. com. I am currently pregnant with my fi rst child. I have noticed that along with my other bodily changes, my feet and legs are also affected. What other changes might I expect and how can I keep myself more comfortable? As you begin to gain weight due to pregnancy the added stresses placed on the foot are most noticeable as you ap- proach your delivery date. An important hormone you are producing during the pregnancy is relaxin. This enables your ligaments to be more lax so that they can expand, not just around the stomach and pelvic area for the fetus, but also in the foot. The foot will lengthen and widen during the pregnancy allowing for a greater surface area to carry the addi- tional weight. After delivering, in most cases, the foot will revert back to normal, although some of my patients complain that their foot has remained at least half to a full size larger. The best bit of advice I can give you is to wear good supportive shoes. These will support the arch, shock absorb dur- ing the latter months and accommodate the swollen foot by loosening the laces. If you were used to wearing higher heeled shoes before the pregnancy and now you are wearing fl ats, you may notice some calf muscle strain, either at its insertion behind the knee or at the achilles tendon. Pressure of the fetus in the pelvic area where the veins lead back to the heart, may cause a back up of blood in these veins. This can lead to varicose veins and Ronald J. Klein B.Sc., D.P.M. Podiatrist-Foot Specialist Ask The Podiatrist... The best bit of advice I can give you is to wear good supportive shoes. These will support the arch, shock absorb during the latter months and accommodate the swollen foot by loosening the laces. swelling of the foot and legs. It is most important to keep your legs elevated. Also a good pair of properly fi tted, but not too tight, sup- port hose will con- trol the swelling. If you were a pronator before your pregnancy, the increased laxity and fl atter arch will lead to hyperprona- tion. I cannot over emphasize the impor- tance of a good supportive shoe. The increased incidence of planter warts with pregnancy, especially in the fi rst three months is noted as well as an increase in foot perspiration and corresponding odour. I always try to encourage my patients to avoid foot problems before they manifest themselves, however, having sore feet is a small price to pay for the wondrous miracle of having a child. Especially when most of the foot and leg problems will revert back to normal within the month or two after de- livery. If you have a specifi c questions you would like answered, on a topic you would like addressed, please send it to the News Advertiser in care of ASK THE PODIA- TRIST. Call Today For Your Free Consultation! Canada’s largest chain of weight loss centres with over 310 locations. PICKERING II 1235 Bayly St. 905-831-1280 PICKERING I 376 Kingston Rd. 905-250-9741 WHITBY II 4160 Baldwin St. S. 905-655-4920 WHITBY I 1910 Dundas St. E. 905-436-3780 www.herbalmagic.ca durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JULY 9, 2006 EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR National issues demand national attention Very few issues these past few years have held the same ur- gency or drawn the same amount of attention in Durham as the future of our waste management. Ye t, for all the importance the issue holds, there remains a significant hole in dealing with it. Unlike other nations around the world, Canada appears to have no national waste policy. As a matter of fact, it would appear the issue doesn’t even register on the political radar in Ottawa. Communities across the coun- try are grappling with waste, each in their own way. And, as the issue becomes more political, as states such as Michigan tell us they don’t want our trash, as communities fight tooth and nail to keep those same trucks off their highways and out of their backyards, our national oversight becomes more glaring. We may have more land and options than a country such as the Netherlands when it comes to dealing with waste, but we trail badly when it comes to leadership on the issue. The Netherlands’ waste policy is clearly defined and reinforced from ground-floor citizens right on up through municipalities and to the national government. In today’s paper we start a series of stories looking at energy- from-waste facilities, with a particular focus on the advantages, advancements in the technology, barriers to community buy-in and concerns with the technology at four plants operating in Europe. A trip last month by a regional delegation offered much information about the system and the benefits it could bring to Durham. There remain misconceptions about the technology and changing those views will be job No. 1 for Durham and York regions now that they have settled on that type of facility as their option moving forward. The process has to remain visible, has to continue to include the public and has to address concerns by imparting specific facts to residents. But, more than any- thing, the process needs to be helped along by a federal govern- ment that decides the issue is important enough, not just here in Durham, but for our country as a whole, to establish specific protocols and standards for all Canadians to live by and all com- munities to follow when addressing their own challenges. It really wasn’t all that long ago when we threw everything in the trash and left it at the curb. Look at us now, Durham. But we have a long way to go. We need waste management and diversion to be inherent in the daily lives of all Canadians. Green bin plan just a waste To the editor: I made an honest effort since getting my green box to com- ply with the new program. After spending an hour last night determining which garbage/recycling should be put out today (my regular day is Monday, but it was a holiday), I put out my green bin. When looking out my window this morning at 6:30, I noticed that many of the neighbours were also confused about the schedule. We ended up with blue boxes, garbage, yard waste and everyone’s interpretation of the calendar was different. Mine was the solitary green box. This is what I woke up to, the supposedly raccoon proof box which had been dragged for 25 feet. The schedules and now certainly my effort tonight when I have to go home to pick this all up, put it into compostable bags (of which I have had now had to use double), hardly seems worth it. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e- mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been cho- sen for publication. We should embrace, not reject, new waste system W e make waste. We buy, we con- sume, we throw away. It is a vicious cycle for which the time has come for “we” as a society to take ownership. What we throw away is our problem. So why, then, do we reject the move- ment laid out before us intended to better help us manage the waste we create. The green bin and the blue box pro- grams give us the tools we as a region need to divert 70 per cent of the stuff which in years past would have gone directly to landfill. It is astounding how many people ex- press their sheer disgust with the whole idea of the Region’s recently imple- mented green bin program. They have their reasons. It smells or it will attract animals or bugs. It is too much work to separate garbage. It is gross. It is too confusing to figure out the new schedule or the instructional guide is too difficult to decipher. But, most often I hear, simply, why did it have to change. Well, it had to change because we won’t change the way we consume and we are eating up the world with waste. Are we that entitled? To think for one second that we are in any way too good or too important to let a little stink stop us from responsibly managing our waste is nothing more than ignorance. It is not the Region’s problem; it is each and every resident’s problem. We should welcome this with open arms and thank the Region of Durham for handing us the tools to take respon- sibility for our waste. We as a society need to take a serious look at how we view waste. We need to own it. Beyond doing all we can to properly sort our garbage, our ownership of the waste we create should extend back to each and every trip to the store. Think about how you can minimize waste by altering what you buy. Many people call and write in asking what are they supposed to do with all their plastic shopping bags in the new waste collection system. Simple, refuse them at the store. Get canvas bags and use them for your shopping. Don’t buy over-packaged products and non-recyclable materials. It is with tactics like these, combined w ith diverting garbage, that we will manage the waste we produce. After all, it is our problem. Erin Hatfield’s column ap- pears every third Sunday. E-mail ehatfield@durhamregion.com. It is your garbage — own it Erin Hatfield staff reporter EDITORIALS & OPINIONS durhamregion.com Durham credit agency has been helping for 35 years By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — The bottle on Sandra Sherk’s desk can best be described as a credit card grave- yard. Filled to the brim with tiny slivers bearing the Visa and Mas- tercard logos, this is where hun- dreds of maxed out credit cards end up after meeting their fate at the hands of her scissors. “It actually makes people feel better to see all these cards, be- cause they realize they’re not the only one,” Ms. Sherk says. “Fi- nances are kind of the last taboo in society, people are sometimes embarrassed to admit they’ve having trouble or to ask for help.” At the Credit Counselling Ser- vice of Durham Region (CCSDR), the staff try to alleviate this worry. by providing confidential finan- cial advice -- minus the judge- ment. This year marks the 35th anniversary for the small, non- profit organization, and as exec- utive director for the last 17 years, Ms. Sherk says their biggest chal- lenge is still getting people to take that first step and ask for help. Those who do make the call are invited to come in to the CCSDR office in Oshawa, for a one-on- one interview with a counsellor. They start off with a financial as- sessment to pinpoint the prob- lem. From there, some clients are able to turn things around themselves, while others require years of help to get back on even footing. CCSDR services include bud- get planning, education on the wise use of credit, bankruptcy al- ternatives -- even debt repayment programs where counsellors act as intermediaries between the client and their creditors. Clients come from a wide range of ages and backgrounds -- everyone from students to seniors. While the services haven’t changed much in 35 years, Ms. Sherk says the debt load that cli- ents carry has. Flipping through the organization’s first annual report, she notes that the average client’s debt in 1971 was about $6,000. This year, it’s $33,220. Why the dramatic increase? Ms. Sherk said credit is easier to acquire these days and people are generally greedier. “People want it all right away, the house, the furniture, the car, they don’t want to wait and save for things,” she says. “It’s tempt- ing when you’re told that you can buy a house full of furniture and not pay for 12 months.” Credit counsellors used to warn clients to be aware of in- terest rates, but now they also caution about the new trend of lower monthly payments. Paying less each month might seem like a great idea, but in many cases, the client is paying more interest than principal, and could end up taking years longer to pay off the debt. Ms. Sherk advises every- one to put a budget down on paper, think long and hard about whether to get a credit card and when to use it, and come up with little ways to save money, like skipping the daily coffee or bringing lunch to work. She also stresses to ask for help when fi- nancial issues are still concerns, not full fledged problems. “Just deal with it right from the start and be prepared to work hard to fix whatever is wrong,” she says. For more information, call CCSDR at 905-579-1951 or visit www.ccsdurhamregion.com. Your ticket to a season of great entertainment! A seasons’ subscription from as low as $54! Oshawa Little Theatre, proud winner of 5 Thea Awards in 2006, is pleased to offer an outstanding slate of plays for our 2006/2007 season. Choose from 3 different subscription packages this year! Select a 4, 5, or 6 show package, from $54- $78 per person. But hurry! 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Please visit our website at Please visit our website at www.oshawalittletheatre.comwww.oshawalittletheatre.com Summer 2006 One-week sessions / Ages 6-14 Pe rformances Every Week! 35 LOCATIONS IN SOUTHWEST ONTARIO LOCATIONS IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD! 1-866-864-4282 (toll-free) www.gbtc.com E-mail:onstage@gbtc.com Great Big Theatre Company Since 1994 THEATRE A R T S DAY CAMP S BROOKLIN 5959 Anderson St. 905-655-3522 Hours 6:30 am - 6:30 pm Age 6 wks. to 12 years PICKERING 734 Kingston Rd., Suite 201 905-837-CARE Hours 6:30 am - 6:00 pm Age 6 wks. to 12 years NEW LOCATION PICKERING • 905-509-2115 376 Kingston Road, Pickering Hours: 6:30am - 6:00pm M-F Age 6 weeks to 12 years e-mail: helpinghands@on.aibn.com web:www.helpinghandsdaycare.ca Reader’s Choice Winner 9 years in a row! Infants • Toddlers • Preschool • School age GRAND OPENING NEW LOCATION Getting help cutting the ribbon for the grand opening of our new location! L-R: Bill McLean D. Regional Councillor; Nancy Eickmeier, Owner; Maurice Brenner D. Regional Councillor; Doug Dickerson, Pickering City Councillor and Marsha Domingo, Supervisor. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Same service, bigger debt loads Community news on our news cast each day at durhamregion.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Executive director Sandra Sherk and the Credit Counselling Service of Durham Region are marking 35 years of helping people with their debt. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 Do high gas prices mean a summer closer to home? By Izabela Jaroszynski Staff Writer DURHAM — With the tem- perature heating up and kids on their summer holidays, Durham residents are once again gearing up for a season of activity and travel. But with warnings of extreme prices at the pump, many may be choosing to stay closer to home. According to a recent CIBC World Markets report, another severe hurricane season in the Gulf of Mexico is likely to hamper oil production and drive crude prices to record highs -- resulting in gas prices that hover around the $1.30 per litre mark through- out the summer. Jeff Rubin, chief economist and strategist for CIBC, says that the potential loss of as much as 750,000 barrels per day of pro- duction from storms this season will mean that motorists will be paying record highs for gas. “Stormy weather is likely to mean further pain for motorists at the gas pumps,” he said. “The resulting drag on disposable in- come is expected to contribute to slower performance from the economy in the second half of the year.” But will less disposable income and higher costs for transporta- tion put a damper on summer plans? Randy Williams, president of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC), says gas prices are not likely to have a big impact of where people will travel this summer. “A ny price increase will have an effect, but it will not be sig- nificant,” he said. “Fuel costs rep- resent only a small portion of everyone’s travel costs.” The majority of summer travel- lers drive an average of 400 to 500 kilometres, Mr. Williams said. For trips that short, the im- pact of higher prices at the pump won’t be significant enough to make most people change their plans. But higher gas costs result in more than just a price jump at the pump. With the steady in- crease in fuel comes the dreaded fuel surcharge, an extra fee that can be tacked on to just about everything: tours, food, car and boat rentals. The result is a vaca- tion cost that may be higher than a would-be traveller expected to pay. While travellers have no con- trol over rising gas prices or in- creasing fuel surcharges, experts say people can take action by keeping their car at its maximum in fuel efficiency. Car Care Canada, a non-profit consumer car organization, runs the Be Car Care Aware campaign to teach consumers the impor- tance of proper car mainte- nance. Katherine Power, manager of the program, says that just doing proper car maintenance can save people hundreds of dollars in fuel. “A nything that is not working properly in your car just sucks up more gas,” she said. “By doing regular maintenance checks, you can prevent that.” Ms. Power says the two most important things that a car owner can do on their own is to ensure that the gas cap is on tight to pre- vent fuel from evaporating and to check tire pressure. “We all know what it’s like to ride a bike with low tire pres- sure,” she says. “Well, the car has to work harder as well.” Ms. Power says that regular oil changes, a clean air filter, and fluid top-ups will keep cars run- ning smoothly all year long. But for long summer trips, especially ones that involve towing a boat or trailer, she suggests a thor- ough engine check to make sure the car is ready to handle the stress of the road. For added fuel efficiency, she stresses the im- portance of aero- dynamics. “Think carefully about how you pack the car,” Ms. Power said, add- ing that strapping a big box on top of the car will cause greater fuel usage, but placing items in a properly designed con- tainer will lessen the impact. “It will make a difference on road trips.” And as Durham residents start planning those anticipat- ed summer road trips, Andrea Monaghan, tourism manager for Durham Region, says they don’t have to travel far. “We have a lot of people travel- ling to Durham Region through- out the summer season. Many of our visitors come to visit family and friends,” she said. “Unfortunately, Durham resi- dents often entertain their guests outside the region when there’s so much they could do right here in Durham.” TRENDset Note ‘Volunteers (in Durham Region) perform a variety of activities, such as coaching, vis- iting, mentoring, driving, event planning and assisting at the event, fundraising, office work, and a variety of outdoor and environmental projects, like tree planting and park clean ups... The demand for volunteers lies in leadership roles, board mem- bers and committee members. There is also a great need for friendly visitors and drivers.’ — Nancy Burke, executive director, Volunteer Resource Centre of Durham When it comes to donating time or money, Canadians are very generous. A new survey by Statistics Canada found that in 2004, more than 22 million Canadians made a financial donation to a charitable or other non-profit organization. They donated an estimated $8.9 billion, an average of $400 each. During that same year, nearly 12 million Canadi- ans did some volunteering through a group or organiza- tion. Totalling almost two billion hours, their unpaid contribution was equivalent to one million full-time jobs. Source: Statistics Canada report, June 2006 Do you do enough? Percentage of total volunteer hours spent at each of the top four types of organizations: Sports and recreation: 18 per cent of all volunteer hours Social services: 17 per cent of all volunteer hours Religious organizations: 16 per cent of all volunteer hours Education and research organizations: 11 per cent of all volunteer hours at the pump Nine Durham students selected DURHAM — A new crop of young entrepreneurs are getting ready to launch their businesses this summer. Nine Durham students have been selected by the government of Ontario to take part in Sum- mer Company -- a program that provides hands-on coaching and mentoring from local business leaders and awards start-up grants of up to $3,000. Krista Jorgensen from Ajax, Alex Schuldt from Oshawa, Derek Hutchuk from Clarington, Aaron Trudeau of Haydon, Miles Tsang from Ajax, Rebecca Haslam from Whitby, Rebecca Lowery of Bow- manville, and Jesse Prebble also of Bowmanville, are the students par- ticipating in this year’s program. Selected from more than 100 ap- plicants, these nine students had to submit a solid business plan and pass a rigorous application process before being accepted into the competitive program. With company’s ranging from landscaping to photography, the students receive ongoing help and support from the Business Advi- sory Centre Durham. To find out more information, please call Donna McAllister at 905-438-4008, ext. 237 or e-mail her at youth@bacd.ca. 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The Spartans subdued Georgetown 11-5 in the semifinal, with a strong first inning paving the way to victory. In preliminary play, the Spartans edged Whitby ‘AA’ 7-6 before drop- ping a close 7-5 decision to host Ni- agara Falls. In its final round-robin game, Ajax played to a 4-4 draw with Guelph. The team members are Scot Azuma, Zack Courtney, Adam Cowl- ing, Brenden Deeg, Justin Gaudet Robbie Gennuso, Ryan Givelas, Adam Henry, Tommy-Lee McDonald, Ryan Rampersaud, Ryan Sattz and Riley Tuset. Peter Gennuso is the manager Craig Cowling and Steve Sattz are coaches. submitted photo Members of the Ajax Spartans major mosquito rep baseball team show who came out on top in a Niagara Falls tournament. Whitby, Guelph, Georgetown and St. Catharines fell to the well-balanced mosquito attack. 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They wanted to put him in the multiple exceptionalities class. Basically, it’s where kids go when you can’t do anything with them.” “I said, ‘N o, we’re not doing that.’ And then she called Wasdell Centre for Innovative Learning. The vice-principal started asking Anne questions. “‘Does he do this?’ I said yeah. Then she said, ‘Oh, I’ll bet he does this.’ And I said yeah! And then she said, ‘I bet he can’t do this.’ And I said, Yes! She knows my kid!” Anne told Justin about Wasdell. He was happier, just knowing he might not return to his old school. “Even stand- ing in a brand-new school, not knowing anyone or anything, he look ed taller,” says his mother. Previous peer abuse “Justin arrived on our doorstep in March 2005,” says Wasdell principal Elizabeth Moxley-Paquette. “He was bullied at his previous school. He was a very gentle personality, a gentle spirit but it was because he had fear.” No one realized how deeply fearful Justin was until a therapist took the students through an exercise using concentric rings to illustrate personal boundaries. “Justin took that idea but shifted it, and it was an interesting shift. He drew a series of co ncentric rings that filled the page, putting little sticks around each one of those circles--thousands of sticks. He had enough courage to show it to his mom. “He was able to open up to her for the first time. Each one of the sticks repre- sented something bad that someone had done to him at the other sc hool. It broke her heart. It broke all of our hearts,” said Moxley-Paquette. “So he came as a beaten-up child in many ways, at least emotionally. He relaxed here, when he saw that it was a safe environment.” “He became a man with a briefcase and he worked very h ard. He could see that this school understood him better. His mom saw instant changes.” Masson said, “Within three weeks, he was telling time. Then he started asking me about politics. Now he’s into coin collecting, wanting to know about the history of the coins. It’s like a dam has broken and the waters are rushing through.” His path is not complete, but in a little over a year, he’s made tremen- dous gains. When a c hild has learning disabili- ties, the child becomes ‘stuck.’, Mox- ley-Paquette explained, usua l l y falling further and further behind. Ju s t i n has gained three years in logic and reason- ing, three years in w orking memory and Justin Crimless show s ho w change makes the dif fer ence Is your c hild playing H ockey or R ingette thi s y e a r ? 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There are a number of studies that have been done regarding the effects of massage. In one study of 40 full term infants ages one to three months, born to teen mothers, some infants were massaged for 15 minutes while others were rocked. The massaged infants cried less, had lower levels of cortisol, and were more likely to go to sleep after massage than after being rocked. Other studies have suggested that massage helps relieve migraines, tension headaches and fi bromyalgia. Science tells us that touch triggers the release of endorphins, which is more powerful than heroin or morphine. Touch makes your immune system stronger and your mood lighter, and is a necessity for a healthy life. This is apparent with the number of spas popping up. More and more people are experiencing improvement in their health and stress levels and they are feeling more relaxed after a trip to the spa. If you are interested in learning how to include touch in your life, here are some tips: 1) Kiss friends hello on the cheek, if that’s too hard, hug them; 2) Greet people with a friendly pat to the back or touch to the shoulder; 3) Walk arm and arm while talking to someone; 4) Snuggle with your children while watching TV; 5) Hug your mother and father every time you see them; 6) Visit Spa Sedona for some massage therapy. Sherry Robinson is the owner of Spa Sedona in Pickering Village. Her background before the Spa was 27 years at RBC and 10 years managing Small Business for To r onto. Sherry is passionate about the customer experience, Sedona Arizona, and the Spa. by Sherry Robinson Stress and the power of touch Advertiorial Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Iron man AJAX — Kapi Karu from Ajax rips an iron towards the green this week during the Mizuno Eastern Canadian Junior Golf Championships at the Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility. Durham lacrosse team real road Warriors DURHAM — After capping a suc- cessful field lacrosse season with a Pro- vincial A championship as the Oshawa Blue Knights, the Whitby Warriors Pee- wee 1 team has continued its winning ways in box lacrosse. The Peewee Warriors, sponsored by former Whitby lacrosse star and cur- rent NHLer Joe Nieuwendyk, won the A division at the Brampton John McCau- ley Memorial tournament on June 9-11, going undefeated in round robin play. Proceeds Donated To The Oshawa Hospital Foundation DURHAM REGION MEDIA GROUP CHAMPIONSHIP PRIZES Hole in one wins a 2006 Buick Rendezvous from Mills Pontiac Buick GMC Over $5000 in prizes to be won including the Grand Prize of a $2000 Golf Package. QUALIFYING PRIZES Hole in one wins golf bag courtesy of Mills Pontiac Buick GMC and set of irons courtesy of Metroland - Total value $1,000 3 Qualifi ers win 2 Golf Passes, $25 Gift Certifi cate from Thirsty Monk, Canadian Tire & Halendas Meats RULES 1. $5 for 3 shots from 150 yards 2. Closest 3 qualify for the championship 3. No cash value 4. No trades/refunds on all prizes 5. MUST BE ON GREEN to be measured 6. One chance per site unless time allows TENTH QUALIFYING SITE Monday, July 10th • 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM WINCHESTER GOLF CLUB East of Thickson Rd. on Winchester Rd., Brooklin - 905-655-4757 Special PromoJUNIOR CAMPS 4 Seasons Country Club North Pickering, Ont. Tel: (905) 649-2436 • 4 km north of Hwy. 7. 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A par 70, 5133 yard course that requires an accurate touch off the tee Winchester is a picturesque course featuring rolling hills and mature trees. Water comes into play on 8 holes with a tributary of the Oshawa Creek winding through the course and two ponds to challenge your swing. This course allows you to play smart - long irons off the tees. The layout is simple and short, but the greens require a smooth stroke. There’s a fully stocked pro shop with cart and club rentals. Lessons are available and there’s a chipping and putting green. There is also a snack bar, as well as banquet facilities for up to 150. Good value and friendly service make Winchester appealing for a morning round. HOLE # 2 www.golfdeercreek.com 2700 Audley Rd. N, Ajax, ON 905-427-7737 The D i n n r S p e c i a el The D i n n r S p e c i a el 18 Holes, Cart, Dinner Deer Creek North $70 pp, everyday! 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ESTHETICS (905) 728-7383 At Pitney Bowes, our unique knowledge of mail, facsimile, copier, software, financing and messaging, makes us singularly well positioned to provide integrated solutions to companies to meet their increasingly complex messaging needs. Our continued success and commitment to customer satisfaction, and the acquisition of Danka Canada has created excellent full-time, part-time and contract opportunities in our Ajax Call Centre location. •Bilingual Customer Contact Representatives (position #41923) •Bilingual Resolution Representatives (position #41924) •Bilingual Collections Representatives (position #38752) •Inbound Customer Contact Representatives (position #41920) •Order Creation Specialist (position #40994) As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy significant earning potential as well as the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive and flexible benefits program (available to regular full-time and part-time employees). If you are ready for a new and exciting challenge and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with others who share your energy and passion, we would like to hear from you. To apply please visit our website at www.pitneybowes.ca and apply online. Select careers@pb and do a search for the appropriate position number. Alternatively, you may e-mail your résumé to pitneybowes@hirepower.on.ca indicating the position title in the subject line. While we wish to thank all applicants for their interest only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. At Pitney Bowes we value diversity in the workplace and are committed to the principles and practices of Employment Equity. Engineering the flow of communicationTM Qualifi ed candidates interested in rising to the Myron Challenge are urged to forward their resume by email to: hrcda@myron.com or by fax to: 416-291-8786 or call our recruitment hotline at: 416-291-1834 ext. 5599 Myron encourages all qualifi ed applicants to apply. However, only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted We require: • Motivated entrepreneurial candidates with strong negotiating and closing skills • Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written • Computer savvy • Professional presentation skills We offer: • Base plus commission plus bonuses – no cap on earnings • Competitive benefi t package after 90 days • Potential for career growth • Paid training • Paid parking We are currently recruiting: Outbound Sales Representatives To contact new and existing customers in North America and Australia North America Hours: Mon to Fri 8:45 am – 5:15 pm Mon to Fri 10:45 am – 7:15 pm Australia Hours: Apr to Oct 6:45 pm –3:15 am Oct to Apr 5:00 pm –1:30 am Candidates for Australia Team must have their own car. SHIPPING COORDINATOR Required for our client located in Whitby. Salary 35K – 40K plus benefits. Experience in Automotive Tier 1, Shipping/Receiv- ing, Material Handling, Inventory Control, EDI and OEM Interaction essential. Knowledge of International Shipping, Customs, CTPAT, NAFTA and supervisory experience desirable. Key Duties: •Plan, direct, supervise material handling teams •Prepare Shipping documentation •Adjust online inventory, track on time delivery •Monitor rack quantities, packaging supply levels •Oversee receipt of raw materials A high school diploma is required. Please email your resume to Teresa Shaver at tshaver@spherion.ca PROFESSIONAL AZ DRIVERS Require part-time Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon Must have CVOR and Abstract. Are you looking to work for a large logistics company that provides a posi- tive work environment, uniform, benefits, competitive wages? JOB FAIR July 11, 10am-6pm Canada Cartage 1180 Thornton Rd. S, Oshawa Or contact HelpFast 1-800-250-3278 • Qualified Stylists • Guaranteed hourly wage plus 25% profit sharing • Benefits package • Full and part-time positions • Busy locations • No clientele required • $200 Hiring Bonus HAIRSTYLISTS WANTED Visit our website: www.firstchoice.com AFFORDABLE, PROFESSIONAL HAIRCARE. GUARANTEED® Positions now available in Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax & Bowmanville Oshawa • Juliet (905) 434-4994 $8.25/hr Bowmanville • Barb (905) 623-6444 $8.25/hr Ajax • Jenn (905) 427-6776 $9.25/hr Whitby • Alana (905) 655-7202 $8.25/hr **DZ SPECIAL** $695 Transport Training Centres of Canada Whitby Campus: 1818 Hopkins St. S. 905-668-4211 AZ DRIVER or Owner/Operator required for flatbed, to run U.S. (home on weekends). Min. 3 yrs. driving experience, clean ab- stract. Drivers: 47 cents per mile. Fax resume to 905-556-9949 or call 905-242-6756. DRIVERS G-CLASS early morn- ing routes in GTA. $11-12/hr. 5-ton truck experience & clean abstract required. Fax resume to 905-620-0366 $15/HR. PART TIME help. Can- vassing for home renovations. Tr aining provided. Own vehicle. Call (905)686-2445 after 4pm. Ext. 306. 300 PEOPLE needed. New to Pickering. Distribution Co. is look- ing for fill new openings from of- fice to warehouse. Paid training. $500 to start. Call Lyn (905)420- 1042. APPLIANCE Delivery Person. FULL TIME positions available to deliver major appliances into cus- tomer homes and remove old ap- pliances. Heavy lifting required. Benefits after 90 days, $10.50 per hour to start. Call (905) 263-8369 or fax resume to (905) 263-1076, ask for Jamie or Bill. CAN YOU START IMMEDIATELY? No Exp. Necessary 18+ Full-time Customer Service Call Lisa 905-837-9555 CLEANERS, SEARS MAID SER- VICES requires house cleaners. Must have valid drivers licence, bondable. Not suitable for stu- dents. 30-40 hours weekly. Exp an asset. 905-665-4498. COOK & WAIT STAFF F/T and P/T, pub style food, experience preferred, Ajax location, call 905-426-9692 fax 905-426-7607 DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make productive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. www.miniofficeoutlets.com/deb DRIVER WANTED to drive salesperson around and also help in marketing and sales, $12/hr plus gas guaranteed, f/t and p/t, vehicle required, 905-477-5001 DRIVER/HIGHWAY traffic control personnel. To set up lane closures /drive 5ton truck. "G" License, clean abstract, days/nights, flexibility. Fax 905-761-0840, Concord. DRIVER/LABOURER WANTED by asphalt company. Must have DZ or AZ license. Call 905-728- 8101. DRIVERS WANTED Earn CASH DAILY! Full and part time shifts. We will train you. Call the office at 905-440-2011 or Roy at 905- 439-1111. Blue Line Taxi is now hiring in Oshawa & Ajax. DRIVEWAY SPRAYERS & SEALERS required. Must have drivers license. Truck & equip- ment provided. Please call 416- 688-1524 EXPERIENCED SECURITY OFFICERS NEEDED Must have minimum 3yrs. Canadian security experience & access to vehicle. Fax or e-mail resume to: 905- 420-9957, kog.bill@bellnet.ca EXPERIENCED Duct Cleaner wanted. Driver's License re- quired. Clean Abstract. Must be able to drive standard transmis- sion and have own transportation. Excellent pay. Durham Region. Fax resume: 905-697-2959, or call 647-896-2447. EXPERIENCED PART-TIME COOK WANTED for retirement residence in Whitby. $13/hour to start. Fax Amy: 905-665-7018. FRAMER'S HELPER required, 6+ years experience. $20hour, Whitby area. Own car required. Call Tony 9am-4pm (905)706- 3923. FREE Telephone Service FREEDOM PHONE LINES Regardless of Credit No Deposit Required LOWEST PRICE Call now & receive 1 month FREE 1-866-884-7464 FRIENDLY PEOPLE to do tele- phone work for busy office, no selling. Monday to Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday 10-1 p.m. Great employment for college students. Call between 9-9, Mon.-Fri. 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Call Tanya Mur- phy (905)436-8499 ext 173 J.I.L. JANITORIAL SERVICES cleaning company seeking experienced cleaner, licence and vehicle a must, call 905-837-1300 or 905-622-5299 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thickson) on Monday to Thurs- day from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa apartment com- plex. Suitable for retired/semi re- tired couple. No pets. Fax resume 416-297-9499. Only those cho- sen for an interview will be con- tacted. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr. avg. Full Time We Train You!! 905.435.0518 RASPBERRY PICKERS wanted - $8.00 per flat, 398 Watson St. East, Whitby, (Brock/Victoria) (905)665-6047 REGISTRATION OFFICERS $25/hr.avg. Full-time, students welcome. Full training provided. Call 905.435.1052 LOOKING FOR A SHOT? Part-time career opportunity. High income potential. Excellent training. Set your own hours. For more information call Don Zynomirski at (905)509-4973 POST CONSTRUCTION (PDI) Cleaning Crews National Co. re- quires exp. sub-contractors. Must have own equipment and reliable vehicle. Immediate Start. Neal 1- 877-776-2423 PRODUCTION WORKERS required in Pickering, small hand tool experience an asset, F/T, $10/hr plus benefits, fax resume to 905-683-1481 or email nikki.spiers@crossbydewar.com SPA SUPERVISOR POSITION available immediately, must have transportation, work flexible hours, experience, please fax resume to Spa Carruthers Creek at 905-426-5153 SUPERINTENDENTS required full-time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complexes. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couples. No pets. Fax resume (905)623- 2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. TELEMARKETING,Part time evenings, mature individuals with experience preferred. $10/hr. Call 905-686-2445, ext. 306 after 4pm. WE NEED HELP! 15 people needed immediately to fill open- ings from office to warehouse. $450 weekly, will train. Openings to be filled this week. Call Julie (905)420-1040. ESTHETICIANS & RMT WANT- ED F/T & P/T. Must have diplo- ma/minimum 2 years experience for an upscale busy spa. High salary+commission. Please call Natacha 905-619-8822. EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLISTS wanted for hi-end concept salon in Oshawa Centre. Salary plus commission. Contact L'Attitudes 905-723-5937 ask for Lynda or fax 1-905-947-8143. To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00-5 Closed SaturdayEmail: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Classifi eds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 09, 2006 www.durhamregion.com SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Join Our Team...Come To Our JOB FAIR We d. 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Seeking experience Hair Stylists, Managers & Estheticians Business/Franchise opportunities available, minimum investment Call 905-686-4128 Howard MARTEN Company Ltd., a leader for over 50 years in the design and manufacture of fluid systems has openings for the following positions: Senior Designer,successful candidate will possess ✓Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. ✓Minimum of 8 years experience in manufacturing environment ✓Solid understanding of piping design, structural steel construction, and hydraulic design practices for industrial applications. ✓Experience with SolidWorks 3D drawing package ✓Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Junior Designer,successful candidate will possess ✓Diploma as a Drafting- or Engineering Technician. ✓Minimum of 2 years experience in manufacturing environment ✓Experience with SolidWorks 3D drawing package ✓Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Welding and Assembly Technician, successful candidate will possess: ✓Qualifications to TSSA and proficiency in SMAW and GMAW for carbon and stainless steel pipe. ✓Minimum of 5 years experience with strong mechanical aptitude ✓Ability to interpret drawings and schematics. To apply, please: e-mail resume to eng@howardmarten.com or fax (905)831-5807 3RD OR 4TH YR. APPRENTICE Work with the leading emergency service plumbing company in Canada. Must be customer oriented. Great team to work with, benefits and opportunity for growth. Call Brian at 1-800-472-7668 or fax resume: 905-895-7363 PA R TS PICKER/ASSEMBLER required for busy Hydraulic hose company. •Must be fluent in English •Forklift certification an asset •$11.00/hr. Please fax resume to: 905-686-4385 Bank Foreclosures & Fixer Uppers These homes need work DurhamPowerOfSales.com COMMUNITY MORTGAGE SERVICES CORP. GOOD, BAD & UGLY CREDIT 1st & 2nd Mortgages & Debt Consolidation 100% Financing Call Anytime 905-668-6805 1-877-668-6588 HAIR STYLIST required for up- scale Ajax Salon. Full and part time positions available. Please call (905)427-3811. HAIRSTYLIST required for busy salon in Whitby. Part-time to full- time. Call Hair by Shalamar (905)430-8998 4TH OR 5TH TERM electrical ap- prentice require by Ajax Contrac- tor. Residential, commercial and service truck experience. Must be neat and tidy and have own tools. Call 905-683-8299 ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK company seeks fully experienced cabinet maker in Durham Region area. Please fax resume to 905- 433-1463 ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK company seeks fully experienced sliding bed table saw operator in Durham Region area. Please fax resume to 905-433-1463 CAD-CAM AUTOMOTIVE FIX- TURE DESIGNER WANTED. Ex- perience needed. Cimatron expe- rience an asset. Must be able to start immediately. Fax: 905-725- 1744, E-mail: 111lofth@bell- net.ca. EXPERIENCED and Licensed body technician for busy flat rate collision repair shop in Whitby. Please fax resumes to: 905-668- 0870. EXPERIENCED GENERAL carpenter required. Clean drivers abstract and vehicle a must. Position available immediately. Fax resume today to: 905-728- 3179. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted. EXPERIENCED INSTALLERS for Industrial Cladding/Roof Copings and Slashing's. Must have own transportation. Call 905-666-8594. EXPERIENCED WORKING Car- penter Foreman and experienced Carpenters required for local con- struction company. Local area only. Fax or email resume to 905- 668-8284, lardale@bellnet.ca FULL TIME POSITION for G3 gas fitter, drivers license required, 905-686-3666 or fax resume to 905-686-9028 LICENSED OIL BURNER techni- cians/Gas technicians/Refrigera- tion mechanics required for busy HVAC Company. Full time em- ployment, competitive wages, and benefits available. Please fax resume to 905-377-0232. TOP WAGES PAID.Installers needed for steel and storm doors, porch enclosures. Must be expe- rienced and have own vehicle.. Call Bill 905-686-2445, ext. 228 TOP WAGES PAID.ROOFING CONTRACTORS. Must be inde- pendent with all necessary equip- ment, including own truck. Call Bill 905-686-2445, ext. 228 LEGAL ASSISTANT - Sole practitioner requires assistant for general practise to start as soon as possible. Real Estate and family law experience a must. Must be a self-starter and have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Teraview, PCLaw, and Do Process. Please fax resume to 905-436-6098 LEGAL ASSISTANT with 1-2 years experience for full time junior position for law firm in Ajax. Experience in real estate and "The Conveyancer" would be preferable. Please fax resume to 1-905-853-0508 or e-mail aratansi@gmail.com MATURE PERSON required im- mediately for part time reception- ist position. Duties include an- swering phones and scheduling appointments. Must be computer literate, and have good communi- cation skills. Previous experience preferred. Please deliver (in per- son) a resume with covering letter to: 60 Liberty Street South, Suite 102, Bowmanville or fax 905-623- 0314. MATURE RECEPTIONIST for busy Optical Store. Some even- ings and Saturdays required. Op- tical Sales experience an asset. Please fax resume to 905-432- 6058. MODERN STRATEGIES INC. (Port Perry) is seeking a part-time Client Relationship Manager. Strong work ethic and customer service experience a must. Email/Fax resumes: paola@Pe- terLeeds.com; 905-982-1700; web: www.ModernStrategie- sInc.com MODERN STRATEGIES INC. (Port Perry) requires a part- time/contract Financial Writer to create articles, blogs and web content. All applicants must pro- vide a portfolio. Email/fax re- sumes: paola@PeterLeeds.com; 905-982-1700; web: www.Mod- ernStrategiesInc.com AUTO PA R TS SALES PERSON required immediately for busy auto recycling facility in Courtice. Phone sales using computer in- ventory system. Automotive back- ground preferred. Bilingual or second language an asset. $15- $20/hr based on experience. e- mail dom@domsauto.com or fax resume 905-434-7997 EXPERIENCED SALES PEO- PLE required for door to door sales for Morco Foundations. Ex- cellent earning potential. Call Ja- rett (905)442-9988 CHIROPRACTIC health assistant, P/T, send resume to 8 Old Kingston Rd, Ajax, L1T 2Z7 Full Time hygienist needed for general practice in Oshawa, Mon- Fr i, includes 2 evenings per week, Ortho experience a definite asset. Please fax resume to 905- 435-0863. P/T DENTAL HYGIENIST req'd for Whitby office. Flexible hours, top wages, Tuesdays a.m. and/or Thursdays, some Mondays available. Professionals only. Se- rious inquiries only. Please call Dr. D'Souza for interview (905)430-0118 PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST required for physiotherapy clinic in Whitby. Contract position for 6-12 months maternity leave. Experience an asset. Please email resume to: physioonbyron@rogers.com RMT AND NATUROPATH want- ed for wellness centre in Port Perry. Fax resume to: 905-985- 4414 Mon. Wed. - Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. RPT. GREAT HOURS! Great Pay! Great Incentives! 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Phone 705-292-8831. PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA,indus- trial unit, available immediately, 1600 sq. ft. $6.00/sq. ft. net. 905- 579-5077 or 905-571-3281. SHOP FOR RENT Pickering, Automotive use, industrial use, plus one hobby bay. Call Tony 905-914-2266 SOUTH OSHAWA,Industrial unit for rent. Approx 800sq.ft. with overhead garage door. $650+utilities, front would,suit of- fice and rear- workshop or stor- age. Call (905)579-1840 or (905)434-5494 KING/PARK,1,426-sq ft, newly renovated office space, new car- pet/paint, kitchenette w/granite counter, 4 offices + open clerical. $1300/mo + utilities. Call 905- 259-2020 $10K U.S.interim funds for MILLION SELLER. $100K U.S. minimum potential return. Serious callers only. 416-763-7964. EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION- SHIP available for a new revolu- tionary product. Ecological fire- wood, possibility of 50k plus for 6 months work. Call JP (819)684- 1558 FASTWAY COURIERS new franchises to Pickering/Port Hope/Cobourg areas. All with ex- isting customers. 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Available August 1st. $650/inclusive. 905-626-5418. 1&2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, very clean quiet family bldg., parking, newly renovated, available immediately Sim- coe/Rossland area. $750/$850 First/last. No dogs. 905-571- 6936 or 416-897-2610. 1-BDRM BACHELOR above ground basement apt. avail. Very clean, parking, separate en- trance. $725/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. No pets. Oshawa. (905)999-9115 1-BEDROOM APT.nicely deco- rated, top floor of quiet house, sep. entrance. All inclusive, $695/first/last, no pets. Available immediately/Aug 1st. Central Oshawa, no smoking Call (905)884-6922. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT.Pri- vate entrance. Masson St, Oshawa. $750/all inclusive, free laundry, parking, cable/internet ready. First/last required. No pets/smoking. Avail. Aug. 1. Call Lynn (905)439-1770. 2 BEDROOM at 301 Cordova, Oshawa. Hardwood floors, clean, nice, bright. Available Aug. 1st. $765/mo. + hydro ($25-$30)- first/last. No pets. (905)668-1946 2-BDRM. APT. -Bloor St., Oshawa, in 9-plex, $780/mo. all inclusive. Available immed. Also, North Oshawa 2-bdrm. apt, $795/mo. all inclusive, available immediately. No pets. Call: 905- 723-1647 or 905-720-9935. 2-BEDROOM Apt $865 monthly ($210 weekly) also furnished bachelor $585 monthly ($140 weekly) Clean, quiet, parking, ap- pliances, utilities included. De- posit negotiable (Simcoe/Mill) Call (905)579-2271 2-BEDROOM NORTH OSHAWA, Rossland/Ritson. Newer well maintained clean, quiet adult life- style building. Suits retired/ma- ture working adult. $900 incl. no pets. (905)720-2352 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 09, 2006, PAGE 15 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. 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Affordably Priced from $870. Utilities included. (905)668-7844 **MOVE IN BONUS **Limited Time Only SPLENDOUR IN PICKERING !! Lovely 3 bedroom rental suites from $1100 Individually controlled a/c & heating.Washer and dryer in Suite! 2 bathrooms, fully carpeted. Steps to Town Centre. Close to GO/401, library and Community Centre.1865 Glenanna Rd. (905) 999-8700 www.caprent.com Own a home for Zero Down Free list of homes available ZeroDownDurham.ca WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) U XBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) W HITBY 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 W hitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) 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 North Sheds Rustic Pine Garden Sheds 8'x8' for $1,595. includes delivery, on site installation, solid pine walls, floor & roof, door, 2 windows with boxes, choice of stain & shingle colour. All sizes up to 12'x16'. Call Brad at 905-473-9759,1-877-876-2765 www.northsheds.ca Qualified Craft Show Qualified Craft Show Exhibitors WantedExhibitors Wanted Oshawa Civic AuditoriumOshawa Civic Auditorium October 13-15, 2006 Distinct Designs from Premier Crafters, Artisans & Gift Suppliers C OUN T R Y THE HE A R T O FCRAFT SHOW For more information call 905-426-4676 ext.257 or visit www.theheartofcountry.com 3-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., all inclusive, parking, no laundry, Westney/Hwy #2, close to all amenities. Available immediately. Call for details (905)426-5350 385 GIBB ST,Oshawa, 2-bdrm apts. Available immediately/Au- gust. Utilities included. No pets. Call 905-723-5434. 4-CORNERS WHITBY,Separate Entrance, 1 Bedroom BSMT, Heat, Utilities, Coin Laundry, 1 Parking included $800.00 per month. Available August 1. Phone 905.720.0453 or 647.668.4779 AJAX -Large 2-bedroom base- ment apt. $850/inclusive. Private entrance, parking, laundry, full bath, available immediately. Call (416)616-7776. AJAX opposite Wal-Mart, spa- cious, legal 2-bedroom walkout basement, 4 appliances, private laundry facilities, near schools, no pets/smoking. $849/mo. Available, private entrance 905- 686-5559, cell 416-895-4388 AJAX,1 bedroom basement apt., close to all amenities, sep en- trance. $750 month all inclusive (except cable). Avail. immediate- ly, call 416-937-4621. AJAX, BRAND NEW 1 bdrm basement apartment. All inclu- sive, cable, a/c, utilities, parking, no smoking/pets, first/last, $800, References. Call 905-683-8264 AJAX, COME HOME to com- fort!2& 3 bdrms from $1025 util, incl. Full-time bldg rep. Close to shopping/parks. Ask about our Rental Rewards. Call 1-888-310- 7000. Any Space. Any time. www.GOtransglobe.com AJAX-SPACIOUS MAIN floor, 3 bedroom. Ceramics/hardwood floors. New windows. Sliding door walk-out to deck/private large yard with in-ground pool. Laundry. Parking. Available. $1095+percentage utilities. Cory 416-270-1916. AJAX/WHITBY BORDER 2-bed- room spacious apt, ground level private entrance in home, park- ing, a/c, central vac, use of washer/dryer. $925 all inclusive, first/last. No Smoking/pets. (905)444-9871 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1&2Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,newly renovat- ed 2-bdrm, quiet bldg., in exclu- sive neighbourhood, parking, separate laundry room, large deck. Near 2 schools. $950/mo+ hydro. Available. First/last. (905)424-4201 BOWMANVILLE,one bedroom apt. available August 1st. Close to 401, satellite TV, laundry, park- ing, newly painted, $695+ 1/2 util. No smoking/pets. First/last. 905- 720-2435 BRIGHT 2-BDRM APT., North Oshawa. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, c/a. Avail. im- mediately. No smoking/pets. $995/mo inclusive. 905-433-1632 CENTRAL OSHAWA Duplex, 3- bedroom upper unit, $900. Large 2-bedroom main plus finished basement $900. Fresh paint, newer flooring, new appliances, all inclusive. First/last, references. (905)260-4208 CLEAN 1 BDRM $720/mo, newly decorated. Utilities includ- ed. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579-9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COME HOME TO OXFORD Oshawa Park/401 Completely renovated 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms from $725 hydro incl. New Management Well maintained, clean, quiet incredible security. Bus / GO 835 & 885 Oxford St. 905-622-0835 905-622-0885 COURTICE, NEW BRIGHT 1- bedroom apt., own entrance, parking, laundry, a/c, all utilities excluding phone. Near 401 & all amenities. Non-smoker, no pets. Furnished/non-furnished $850/month. (905)432-3688 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - very clean 2 bedroom, available imme- diately. $880 all included. Parking included, Near schools, Call (416) 520-6392 (905)669-4009. GARDEN/DUNDAS, WHITBY Clean, bright, 3 bedroom bunga- low. Available for rent August 1. $1050+utilities. Call 905-655- 9178 to view. LARGE ONE bedroom basement apartment. Separate en- trance/parking space. Five min- utes west of Port Perry. Heat and hydro included. $ 750.00 month. First and last. No pets. (905)985- 8317 LOVELY 1 BEDROOM lower apartment. $775/inclusive, Heat. Hydro. Parking and laundry. Non-smoking. Available August 1. Call Paul 905-483-0456. NEWLY RENOVATED base- ment, separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, 1 livingroom & 1 bed- room, available now. Pickering lo- cation. $700/mo. first/last. Female preferred. (905)509-3157 NORTH Oshawa - 2 & 3 bed- room, Aug. and Sept. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry fa- cilities. (905) 723-2094 ONE BEDROOM basement apt, just renovated. Pickering Beach & Bayly. No smoking/pets. Refer- ences. $850. Available Aug. 1st. 905-619-2281. NORTH OSHAWA -Steven- son/Annapolis - 3 bedroom, main floor only. Excellent neighbour- hood, extra clean, includes laundry/appliances, sep entrance, no pets/smoking, Aug. 1st. $1145/inclusive. (905)424-1125 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. From $765/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA (Park Rd/401 area) 1- bedroom bsmt apt., clean, quiet, suits one. All inclusive, utilities, cable, laundry, air con, sep en- trance, parking. First/last $550 avail Aug 1st. (905)435-4663 OSHAWA - Clean, new building, Two apts., 2-bedrooms $840, 2- bedroom plus den $945, avail Au- gust; Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438-9715. OSHAWA -1-bedroom basement apt.. New carpet & ceramic tile. Sep. entrance, backyard, 4-appli- ances, air, 3pc. bath(shower). $625/mo.+hydro. Available immed. First/last/references. No smoking/pets. 905-571-0536. OSHAWA 2-bdrm in quiet 6 unit building, eat-in kitchen, laundry and parking. From $675/month (905)922-0252 OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, park- ing, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-571-0425, 1-888-558-2622, 905-432-8914 OSHAWA AREA,Two 1 bed- room basement apartments. Well maintained, reasonably priced. All inclusive. No smoking. Call Robert Today. 416-402-3435. OSHAWA Dean/Ritson.1-bdrm bsmt $630/mo. Newly renovated, all inclusive, clean, quiet, laun- dry, near all amenities & 401. Available June/July. Call 289- 314-5555 OSHAWA HOSPITAL AREA, 2- bed. basement apt. in quiet adult lifestyle building at 385 Mary St. North. No pets, hydro extra, avail. Aug. 1st. $710/mo. (705)437- 2924 OSHAWA HOSPITAL,Mary north of Adelaide area, 2-bed- room main floor, laundry, park- ing, $850/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-668-8869 Mon-Fri 9-5pm, or 905-579-2350 OSHAWA,1 + 2 BDRMS. Avail July 1st. 2 locations: 350 Malaga and 946 Mason. $725 & $795/month. All inclusive. No pets. Call (905)576-6724 or 905- 242-4478 OSHAWA,bachelor bsmt, private entrance, parking. $500/mo inclu- sive. Avail. August 1st. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. (905)576-7691 OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. July/August. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms freshly painted, laun- dry facilities, 1 parking, $700/month plus hydro, available July or August. Call Val 905-720- 0255. OSHAWA,Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & ap- pliances, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near schools/bus stop & amenities. Available July/Au- gust. 1-866-601-3083 or 905-432- 6912. www.apartmentsinonta- rio.com OSHAWA, UNDER NEW Man- agement. 1, 2 & 3 bdrms in adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. July/Aug/Sept. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601- 3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA,Wilson/King, 1-bdrm, upper floor of home, sep en- trance, newly decorated, parking, no smoking/pets. $675-inclusive. Avail now or Aug 1. (905)576- 9139 OSHAWA- 2 BEDROOM $825 Renovated parking, laundry one bedroom $725, 3 bedroom $950. (905)922-6709, 905-429-2036 Whitby-1 bedroom $775, 2 bed- room $850 inclusive, laundry, parking, balcony. 905-430-7868. PICKERING Bayly & Liverpool large 1 bdrm basement apartment, dishwasher, wash- er/dryer, fireplace, utilities and basic cable included, available Aug1,after 6pm 905-420-2621, cell 416-268-5751 PICKERING HWY#2/BROCK, Large 2-bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, large kitchen, appliances, cable, parking, no pets/smoking. available immediately. $850. 905-619-6822 or 416-520-7388. PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly. large 2-bdrm basement apt. Sep kitchen/livingroom. Sep entrance, parking, near GO train/lake. $850+1/3 utilities. Prefer no smoking/pets. Immediate. days 905-427-5363, evenings 416- 892-7349 PICKERING ROUGEMOUNT/2, bright walkout newly renovated extra-large 1-bedroom basement apt. Patio, laundry, appliances, no smoking/pets. Quiet respon- sible couple preferred. $950/month all inclusive, first/last in advance. (905)509-1284 PICKERING UNIQUE Basement Apartment Two Separate, But To- gether 1-Bedroom Apartments. Each with own Living room, Kitch- en, Bathroom and Laundry. Suitable for 3 people. Call Nicole 905-999-7368 PICKERING UPSCALE - 3-Bed- room Home. Hardwood Floors, Eat-in Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances, Large Deck & BBQ, Central Air/Vac $1450/mon + 60% utilities. Call Nicole 905-999- 7368 PICKERING VILLIAGE,huge walk-out 2 bedroom apartment. A/C, cable, parking, laundry, separate entrance, No smok- ing/pets. Available August 1st. $975 inclusive. (905)428-9981 PICKERING,BACH,sep. ent, KITCHEN, parking, cable, non- smoker ,no pets, quiet person preferred Avail immediately. $550./mo. Call after 6:00pm 905- 420-7071- White Rd.& No. 2. PICKERING,beautiful 1 bdrm basement, fully furnished, large kitchen/living room, close to transit and amenities, private entrance, parking, cable/internet, no smoking/pets, $850/mo available immediately, 905-839-6750 PICKERING, BRIGHT 2-bed- room basement apartment, Large yard, steps to beach. Parking. $825- plus utilities. (416) 284- 4324 PICKERING, ROSEBANK S., Large, bright, 1 bdrm basement, laundry, gas fireplace, dishwash- er, private entrance, parking, no pets/smoking. $900, first/last 905-509-2256. PICKERING, WHITES/FINCH, Brand new bright open concept 2- bdrm bsmt apt, separate en- trance, a/c, cable, internet, park- ing. available immediately. 905- 837-0713 PICKERING-one bedroom newly renovated ground floor, $700/incl. util. Also 2nd floor -1 1/2 bedroom $750, Both-1 parking. Available immediately. References req'd. no pets/smoking. (905)427-6282; (905)424-2604 PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newlyrenovated spacious, 2-bedrooms. Available Aug/Sept. $835/mo. Laundry, parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1-800-693-2778 QUIET, SOUTH-WEST Whitby neighbourhood, legal 1-bedroom basement, separate entrance, c/air, utilities, cable/pay TV, own laundry included. Close to GO. Suit working person. No smok- ing/pets. $700, Aug.1st (905)430- 8817. SOUTH AJAX, large, clean 1 bdrm basement apartment plus storage, separate entrance, all utilities, parking, laundry, fireplace, available August 1, $875/mo, 905-231-9576 WHITBY, 1 & 3-BEDROOM units available in triplex,parking, laun- dry, walking distance to Go sta- tion. Shared yard. No pets/smok- ing. $750 & $850 plus utilities. (416)574-2621 WHITBY, BROCK & DUNDAS, 109 Craydon. 1-bedroom apart- ment. $730/month, heat & water included. 1 parking. First/last. Available Aug 1st.Call (416)493- 1927 WHITBY,quiet 4-plex. 2 bed- room, 2nd floor, no pets/smoking, coin laundry, near bus, GO, 401. Brock/Burns. $800/month. Available August 1st. 905-426- 3288. WHITBY/BROOKLIN-1-bdrm., bsmnt. apt. Private entrance, full kitchen, washer/dryer, parking, 10min. to 401/407. Utilities incl. No smoking/pets. $775/mo. Available immediately. Call 905- 655-6846. WHITES & FINCH bright basement apartment, 2 bdrms, close to schools, no smoking, utilities plus cable included, 905-421-9353 leave message WHITES, SOUTH OF FINCH, walkout spacious 2 bedroom basement apt. Gas fireplace, very clean, quiet area. No pets/smok- ing, Available immediately. Ask- ing $950/includes utilities. Call or leave message 416-602-8736. WILLIAM PEAK CO-OP in Pick- ering has 1 and 2 bedroom sen- iors' apartments at $801 & $908, including utilities and cable; 3 bedroom townhouse at $1,057 plus utilities. First/last months deposit required. Call 905-837- 2920. www.ucpm.ca. 1 + 1 bedroom condo in Pickering. Incl. parking, locker & utilities. $1090/mo. Call Paul 416-678-9500 3-BEDROOM CONDO,Whitby, feels like a house, bedrooms up- stairs, 1.5 baths, balcony, laun- dry, 2 parking. Very clean & quiet. $1200/month. Avail. August 1st. (905)668-4994 AJAX, ONE BEDROOM pent- house-$1150/month. Newly renovated. Available immediate- ly-includes everything. Quiet. Luxurious building. Sauna. In- ground pool. Squash. Tennis. Huge balcony;great view. Under- ground parking. David Beaton (905)683-5000. PICKERING - 2 bedroom Tridel Condo, 5 appliances, parking, 8th floor, available immediately. Paul 416-399-5377. $0 DOWN- AN UNBEATABLE DEAL! own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. Minimum income required per household is $40,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1-888-732-1600 or (905)728- 1600, 24 hr. pager. -AA AWESOME OPPORTU- NITY!NO MONEY DOWN. Own your own home from $650/month. $40,000+ family income, Rea- sonable Credit - up to $20,000 cash back. Call Ken Collis, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty Brkr, Serving the public for 32 years. (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576- 5200, kencollis@sympatico.ca 2 BEDROOM,OSHAWA,Central location, dining room, living room, kitchen, parking for one, bus, ap- pliances, $1,000/mo. all inclusive, first/last, Avail. Aug. 1 (905)723- 1475. 3 BDRM APARTMENT centrally located at Harwood & Bayly, parking included, a/c, huge backyard, available Aug 1, $950/mo plus utilities, first/last, 905-686-8331 3-BEDROOM CLEAN main floor bungalow, near Oshawa Centre and all amenities. Available im- mediately, Legal unit. $975+. Parking, fenced yard. Call (905)720-2186 AABSOLUTELY 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 pay- ment required. Why Rent! Call Bill Roka, 25 years as top sales rep with world's leading realtor. Re- max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888- 732-1600 AJAX - ON TAUNTON RD. 2-storey 4-bedroom century house on 2 acres. Large garage, $1350+ utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Sept. 1st. 905-438- 2280. AJAX 3 BED main floor, Tulloch Dr., 1,012 sq ft., bright, own laun- dry, hardwood, fenced yard, no smoking/subletting. Pets Ok. Ref- erences/credit check mandatory. No time wasters. $1025.00 per month. plus 60% utilities. call (604)609-9948. AJAX NORTH Hwy#7/Lake Ridge country living, 3 bedroom, oil heat, fridge, stove $1100 plus avail now Condolyn Mgt. 905- 428-9766. COURTICE, 3 BEDROOM,quiet neighbourhood, walk to school, newly renovated kitchen, bath- room, real hardwood floor, gar- age, $1350 per month, call 905- 431-7977, 905-432-8169. DUNDAS/BROCK - 3-bedroom bungalow, near Go Train, schools and amenities. Fridge, stove. Large private backyard, garage, excellent condition, available Sept. 1st. $1400 +utilities. CAll 905-424-3733 or 416-817-1430. IN THE CORE of Bowmanville, spacious 3 bedroom with an in- closed sunroom, very clean, well maintained, hardwood through- out. No pets/smoking. All inclu- sive. $1300. (905)922-2990 LOVELY RESTORED century home. 2000sq.ft. on 1/2 acre in Greenwood Village. Ideal for home based business. Walk to school, library. Includes 5- appli- ances. $1590/month plus utilities. (905)686-1732 . MATURE NORTH OSHAWA Neighbourhood. 3 bedroom bun- galow, finished basement, single garage. Available mid August. $1400 +utilities. 905-668-0040, Johanna or Theresa. NORTH OSHAWA 10-min. walk to University. Detached 3/5-br, familyroom w/fireplace, 5 appli- ances, cac, cvac, deck, garage, immaculate. Aug. 1, no pets/smokers, $1600/mo+utilities. Joe (647) 227-3434 OSHAWA,clean 3-bdrm main floor of house. Parking, laundry, separate entrance. Avail. immedi- ately. No smoking/pets. $1000/mo + utilities. Call 905- 903-1872 PICKERING (Hwy 2/Liverpool) older 2+ bedroom bungalow. C/Air, extraordinarily large lot fridge/stove, avail Aug 1. $1125+utilities, (905)420-1524 PICKERING - CONVENIENT location 2 bedroom on main floor, rec-room in basement. Suitable for couple. Non-smoker, no pets. Available Sept. 1st. $850/mo. + 1/2 utilities. (905)839-7719 PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly. Updated 3-bedroom main-floor bungalow, own laundry, large liv- ingroom/diningroom, 2-parking. No smoking/pets. Available Aug.1 $1250/inclusive/first/last. 905- 831-8867. PICKERING Spacious 3-bed- room 1-1/2 baths, 2-parking, laundry/dishwasher utilities in- cluded, appliances, near GO, ac- cess to yard, immaculate, good neighbourhood, $1400/mo. (905)420-4269 PICKERING, 4-BEDROOM Popular Hwy 2/Brock area, fin- ished basement, garage and ap- pliances. Very close to ALL amenities. Located on bus routes, available immediately. No pets. $1300+ utilities. (905)426-7813 PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly, Bachelor/1 bedroom basement apartment, $700 inclusive. Fully renovated, large, laundry, Near amenities/beach. Available imme- diately. After 4pm (905)509-2335, Cell 416-998-3758 PICKERING, NEAR GO,3-bed- room main-level bungalow, hard- wood floors, 5 appliances. Park- ing, no smoking/pets. Referenc- es, $1350/mo inclusive, Available immediately. 416-365- 8564 weekdays (647)388-7437 evening/weekends Still Renting? Why? Owning is cheaper! First time buyers only free list of homes available with no money down! From $900/mth. 1-888-599-0098 and use ID# 8899 Dan Plowman, sales person, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage WHITBY, WILLIAMSBURGH, 3 bedroom detached house for rent. 4 appliances, garage, A/C, $1700 plus utilities. Available August or September 1st. (905)668-4183 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA (North)Large 3+1 bedroom, near shopping & tran- sit; large fenced yard. Free park- ing, $985+ hydro. Available im- mediately. Call 905-259-1233 af- ter 3:30pm. OSHAWA SOUTH 3-bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956. PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house, backs onto ravine, near GO & Shopping, 4 appliances, avail. Aug. 1. $1075 plus, 905- 686-3201 TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT, Brock Rd/Hwy. 2 Two bedroom townhouse. Near amenities/401. 5 appliances. Single garage. No smoking/pets. $975+utilities. Available immediately. 905-427- 0303. AJAX, Westney & Rossland 3rms sold together or separately, laundry, parking, utilities, no smoking/pets, $550/rm, first/last, available a.s.a.p 416-316-2867 CLEAN UNFURNISHED ROOM - Non-smoker, no pets. Own kitch- en and bath. $125/week heat, hy- dro & water included. Close to O.C/401. Call after 6 p.m. 905- 721-9249. ROOM FOR RENT with shared use of bright, clean home and backyard oasis. $520 inclusive. 905-442-0997, Whitby. WHITBY - Thickson/Hwy. 2. Room for rent. Share common areas, own bathroom, close to shopping and public transit. Available immediately. Call 905- 743-9155. AJAX, AUDLEY/BAYLY room available. A kilometer from lake. Access to entire home. Quiet neighbourhood. $600/month. No pets/smoking. Student/Profes- sional preferred. Available Au- gust 1st. Call 905-686-1915. NICE PLACES, Clean, quiet house for mature person (male preferred). Ajax and Pickering houses. Rent from $465/inclu- sive, furnished, cable, internet, telephone, laundry, parking. Pri- vate residences in respectable neighbourhoods. 905-391-3809. PORT WHITBY bedroom w/private bath. Spacious town- house, balcony, all inclusive, share w/owner. Busroute, 2min to GOtrain, steps from waterfront. Laundry, parking, no-smok- ers/pets, $650/month first/last. (905)626-3300 RITSON/TAUNTON -new home, totally furnished. Hardwood, phone, satellite, air +++. Base- ment apt. $625/mo. inclusive. Fe- male preferred. Immediate. Stu- dents Welcome. 1-866-835-8066. IWANT TO RENT CABIN in ultra quiet location for the week of July 29 - Aug. 4th? 905-434-4648. CLEARWATER FLORIDA, 3- bedroom furnished, aircondi- tioned, manufactured homes. 85º pool, 104º hottub. Near beach- es/major attractions. Children welcome, $350/wk (less than motel). Photos shown in your home. (905)683-5503 A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 09, 2006 www.durhamregion.com TO Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, (905) 668-1838 Apply on-lineatApply on-lineat www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. “Durham’s Original”“Durham’s Original” *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-Zone AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY CALL CHRIS TODAY! SHERIFF'S SALE OF LANDS UNDER AND BY VIRTUE OF A Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice at Toronto dated the 21st October of 1991, Court File Number 63915/91Q to me directed, against the real and personal property of Paul Curtis Gearing, Defendant, at the suit of PRIMROSE LANE LAND CORP., Plaintiff, the Enforcement Office of the Superior Court of Justice located at 601 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario has seized and taken in execution all the right, title, interest and equity of redemption of Paul Curtis Gearing Defendant in, and to: PCL 33-1, Sec Con.3 (Darlington); PT LT 33, Con 3, Township of Darlington, PT 1, 10R3836,S/T Life Interest in Favour of Olga Virginia Gearing in N87714; Clarington, Regional Municipality of Durham, municipally known as 3131 Tooley Road, Courtice, Ontario L1E 2K8. All of which said right, title, interest and equity of redemption of Paul Curtis Gearing, Defendant, in the said lands and tenements described above, I shall offer for sale by Public Auction subject to the conditions set out below at the Superior Court of Justice, 601 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9G7 on Wednesday, July 19,2006 at 2:30 p.m. CONDITIONS: The purchaser to assume responsibility for all mortgages, charges, liens, outstanding taxes, and other encumbrances. No representation is made regarding the title of the land or any other matter relating to the interest to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchaser{s}. TERMS: Deposit 10% of bid price or $1000.00, whichever is greater •Payable at time of sale by successful bidder •To be applied to purchase price •Non-refundable Ten Business days from date of sale to arrange financing and pay balance in full at 601 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9G7 * All payments in cash or by certified cheque made payable to the Minister of Finance * Deed Poll provided by Sheriff only upon satisfactory payment in full of purchase price * Other conditions as announced THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION BY THE SHERIFF WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE UP TO THE TIME OF SALE. NOTE: No employee of the Ministry of the Attorney General may purchase any goods or chattels, lands or tenements exposed for sale by a Sheriff under legal process, either directly or indirectly. June 16, 2006 Andrew McNabb and Alain Billington Court Enforcement Officers 601 Rossland Rd. East Whitby, Ontario L1N 9G7 Engagement Announcement Patricia Powers is delighted to announce the engagement of Tim Powers to Cathy Magda. Tim is the son of Patricia Powers of Newcastle and the late Norman Powers. Cathy is the daughter of Anne and Allan Magda of Oakville. The wedding will take place in November of this year. HEARN, William Andrew Charles "Bill"- Passed away peacefully on Thursday July 6, 2006 at Sun- nybrook Health Sciences Centre in his 70th year. Loving husband and best friend of Mary Ann Eliza- beth (nee Denault) for 49 years. Cherished father of Bill (Sue), Brian and Darlene. Devoted grandfa- ther of Billy, Caroline, and Megan. Dear brother of Linda Watson and the late June Varey and Ruth McErlean. He will be deeply missed by many niec- es and nephews and other extended family mem- bers. Bill was very active in his community, he will be fondly remembered by his friends at Puckering Village United Church and Deer Creek Golf Club. He was the past President and Deputy Governor of Ajax Kinsmen Club and a former manager of local soccer and hockey teams in Ajax. Bill courageous- ly fought cancer for almost 18 years. His enthu- siastic and positive outlook as well as his zest for life inspired many family, friends and neighbors. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Sunday and Monday. Funeral Service to be held on Thursday July 11, 2006 at 11:30 am at Pickering Village United Church (300 Church St. N, Ajax) with visitation one hour prior to service. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Pickering Village United Church General Fund, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. CURVE LAKE,lakeside cottag- es avail. July 15, Aug. 26 & Sep- tember. $600/week or $450/weekend. Fully furnished, 2- bdrms, kitchen, electricity, hot/cold water, very private, pets welcomed. Call Dorothy (705)657-8045 or email: dorothy@curvelakefn.com EXCELLENT WATERFRONT View, Hastings, Viceroy cottage, 3+1 bdrms, sleeps 2 families, 3 bathrooms, c/a, trampoline. Prime weeks available. Call 905-261- 0771 or email for virtual tour angela@summersproperties.com LAKE SIMCOE - near Orillia/Ca- sino Rama, clean & quaint reno 2-bedroom open-concept, large deck, beachfront, level fenced lot, all amenities, immediate, A-1- view $695-$795/week. (416)249- 7400 1989 33ft. Prowler Lynx trailer, w/one tipout, sleeps 9, excellent condition, 2-bedrooms, 3pc. bath- room, front kitchen, w/full-size fridge/freezer, stove/oven, double sink, a/c, furnace, $10,500. (905)571-5793; 905-725-1941. 1995 COLMAN CEDAR Tent Tra iler, 8' Box, sleeps 6. Ice box, inside/outside 2 burner stove. Excellent condition. $2900 OBO. North Oshawa. (905)655-5989 2002 27' TRAVEL trailer, queen bed, light weight, easy to tow, many extras. $14,000 o.b.o. Call (905)725-6760 WATERFRONT TRAILER on East Lake, 10min to Picton, 5min to Sandbanks Park -37' 1-bdrm, 28' sunroom on beautiful, private 50'x100' lot. Spacious deck overlooking lake. $29,000. (905)571-1981 2001 PRINCE CRAFT Super Pro 186. 150 HP Evinrude, and Cruise Trailer. Full stand up top, extremely well made boat in ex- cellent condition. $28,000. (905)728-3925 PORTS CRUISING GUIDES is expanding the dealer network for Trent-Severn Waterway & Lake Simcoe cruising guide (new edi- tion May 2006); Lake Ontario & Thousand Islands; Georgian Bay, the North Channel & Lake Huron. Interested dealers/retailers call 416-691-0488; email: orders@ports books.com. FOUND: BLACK LONG HAIRED green eyed cat. Taken by Hu- mane Society on Fourth Rd. & Admiral Rd. walkway, July 4 at 4p.m. 905-683-8463 or shelter 905-655-0283 reference number 0000123. LONELY, NEED COMPANION. Cute blonde. 24/7. Discreet. In- dependent. Drug-free and hon- est. Healing massage. 905-441- 4415. SINCERE SINGLES Introduction Service specializing in long- term relationships since 1992. Toll free 1-866-719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca LIVE-IN NANNY $8.00/hour, 3 boys. October start. References + experience. 905-831-1129. ECE 17-yrs experience, mother of 2 would like to care for your children. Fun activities, outings, hot meals peanut/pet & smoke free environment. Hwy 2/Liver- pool (905)837-0315 or 416-970- 2877. EXPERIENCED DAYCARE in my home. Pickering, Kingston/Al- tona area. All ages. Weekdays and weekends at any time of the day. $3/hour. 905-509-3157. FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 QUALITY DAYCARE Westney/Delaney, excellent rates - now is the time to look for a good caregiver. All ages, full or part time, days or Sat., homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686- 8719 Book your directory ad Today! Sept. issue - 250,000 copies Deadline: Aug. 31, 2006 Max 25 words. Only $79. Email: advertising@live-it.ca LIVE IT !New health & wellness magazine. 250, 000 copies. Cost- effective directory ads, word ads. Call today to book for the next is- sue. 416-493-1300 ext. 288 HANDSOME ARABIAN Stallion dark bay, farm sold, must sell, 15 hands, quiet with good back- ground. Asking $3000. Call 905- 213-9467 or 90-571-3852 $NEED CASH INSTANTLY$ WE BUY YOUR GOLD RINGLEADER FINE JEWELLERS 145 Kingston Rd., Ajax (McDonald's Plaza) 905-426-7464, $BUY $SELL $REPAIR$ 'EVENING SKATERS"BY Trish Romance. Signed and numbered. Professionally framed with den glass. Call 905-718-1838. Seri- ous offers only please. +CARPET CARPET CARPETS 3 rooms carpeted with Commer- cial carpet and premium pad from $289 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with Berber carpet and premium pad from $389 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with cut pile carpet and premium pad from $489 (30 yds). Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- 242-3691 ; 905-373-2260. 10PC ANTIQUE DINER,Maytag washer/dryer, kitchen set, bed- room set, entertainment centre, canopy bed, air conditioner, ta- ble/buffet, hutch. Universal Gym, Freezer, 89 Cherokee. Everything must sell! (905)721-8009 2003 SHOPRIDER SCOOTER, 3-wheeler with basket, brand new battery, cherry red, excellent con- dition, asking $1300. 905-432- 5332 or 905-666-2449. 5 PC. BLACK CB drumset for sale, with hardware. Few months old. Asking $550. 905-925-2760. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905-213-4669. A DINING ROOM,cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 647- 271-5483 A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 647-271- 5483. Can deliver AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. Stoves, $149/up, portable dishwashers $200/up, 18" dishwashers in stock, fridges $175/up. Washers $125/up. Dryers $149/up. Large selection of reconditioned & new scratch & dent appliances. Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS Check out our Home Show Spe- cials! (Call for details). Our best prices this week! Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250. Call 905-213-4669. AIR CONDITIONERS - NEW DANBY window air conditioners, from 5,000 - 10,000 btu $135 and up. new Danby apt sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Re-con- ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- ated 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" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide se- lection of other new and recondi- tioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 647-271- 5483.Will deliver BOWFLEX- including leg, squat and lat attachments, top of the line, $1500. KODAK SLIDE VIEWER- ektagraphic audio/slide viewer $100. POOL TABLE- turned legs, 1" slate, 4.5'x9', $2800. 905-433-0448, reteprd@hotmail.com BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, ceiling lifts etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668-8560 OR 1-800-659- 0668 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 COMPUTER FOR SALE - ONE gig processor 395 memory ram, 19" flatscreen monitor $500. plus office desk $500. Call 905-922- 7015. COUCHES FOR SALE,1 taupe $200, 1 sofa bed sectional $300. (905)420-0761 HARDWOOD & CARPET FLOORING:Carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: car- pet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also available. Call Sam (905)686- 1772 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB/SPA 5 person, loung- er, 24 jets, 5HP, redwood cabi- net, never used, warranty, retail $6995, asking $3995. Call 905- 409-5285. HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safe- ty Covers - best quality, best pric- es, all colours, all sizes. Delivery included. PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514 or 866- 972-6837 www.homeandlei- sure.ca HOT TUB/SPA 2006 model, all options, cover, never used, still in wrapper, cost $8,900, sell $5,000. 647-271-5483 KENMORE STOVE,almond $150; Woods fridge, almond $100; HotPoint dishwasher, white, $100; All good condition, remodeling kitchen 905-342- 3863. KILN dry select butternut, birch, also 1" x 2" clear cedar, 613-473-1151 LIQUIDATION SALE! Thomas House of Music,1001 Burns St. E. Whitby 905-430-0815. EVERY- THING GOES! Organs, Pianos, Music, Office Stuff, Chairs & more. Moving Sale -Hurry Up,Every- thing must go. Brand new dining room. Bedroom set. Beautiful Red. Leather chair. Paintings, rugs.. Great prices. Yelda 905- 925-9559 MOVING SALE!- Everything Must Go!! 4-person hot tub $1675; 3pc. livingroom $450; 7pc. diningroom $195; antique rocker $235; antique dresser/vanity $265; 500w JVC surround 6 speakers $225; OR BEST OF- FERS. Call Shawn 905-432- 2237. MOVING SALE:Var ious furni- ture, couches, chairs, TVs, DVD player, appliances, dressers, bed, exercise equipment, com- puter desk lamps, artwork, much more! All less than 2yrs old, (416)721-3164 MOVING! Gas stove $300, Din- ing room table with 5 chairs and buffet/hutch $800, Executive desk drawer filing cabinet $375. Twin bed night table two dressers $800. Potato bin 3 levels $45, Chest freezer $200. Call Jennifer 655-9444 for more info OAK KITCHEN cabinet, 19" TV, fridge, stove, dishwasher, picnic table, chest of drawers, infant bed/storage, TV stand, table w/4 chairs, dryer, baby items, vinyl windows 4 @45"wide x 36 1/2 high, 2 @ 33" wide x 36 1/2" high; (416)858-4767 PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. PORTABLE CARPET BINDING MACHINE and Vinyl/Carpet portable display rack on wheels. $1,200. 905-342-2455 or 1-877- 323-5601. RENT TO OWN - New and re- conditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit applica- tion refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. RUN your own Duct Cleaning business D McD POWER HOUSE AIR MOVER, portable model, how to book & set up owners manual, new $10,000 asking $3500. 905-342-2455 or 1-877-323-5601. TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8' x 10' to 30' x 50'. Price $7 - $90. (tax incl). Call Bowmanville 905-623-5258. SEARS 10,000-BTU PORTABLE Floor Air Conditioner, new $370. 8500-BTU portable new $270. Used Air conditioners from $45. 11.5' boat $235. 3.9 Mercury mo- tor $225. Aluminum truck ramp new $110. Dehumidifier, $55. 905-576-0132. SET UP & RUN your own custom WOOD MOULDING business, one model 712 WOOD MASTER PLAINER, still in crate, D.V.D. & video, paid $4,000 will sell for $2,800. 905-342-2455 or 1-877- 323-5601. Washer/Dryer $400 Fridge/stove $350 Microwave & TV make an offer. 905-404-0769 FREE FIREWOOD.905-922- 7015. AAA PUPPIES - available now, Poms, Shih-Tzu, Shi-Poms, Shi- Pug, Peka-Poms, Bichon-Poo, To y Shnauzer, all $595. Lhasa Apso's (non-shedding) @ $475. Bill 905-355-5226 wedwards000@sympatico.ca BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES. Purebred $500. ready to go early August. Black and white and red and white, awesome litter of 13 pups. Great dogs that are very smart! 905-242-2855. DACHSHUNDS miniatures, long haired puppies, blacks or brin- dles, registered, vet checked, healthy and vaccinated. 905- 372-8116. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS, farm raised and vet checked, first shots and dewormed, parents on site and ready to go, $500. Please call 905-352-2753. JACK RUSSELL puppies,first shots, ready to go. (905)986- 5217 or (905)424-9411 PAPILLON, 8 WEEKS, M/$550 F/$650. POODLES 6 months, carmel. Standard. Non-allergetic. Non-shedding. Call Jim evenings 905-986-9955. SHITZU puppies for sale. First shots, dewormed, home raised. non shedding. Great family pets. $550. Ready to go. Call (905)426-3143 WHEATENPOOS &Goldendoo- dles, ready, beautiful wavy coats & Chocolate Labradoodles ready July 22nd, M & F, 1st shots, guar- anteed. 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. CELL PHONE photo Trans- formation CD, DVD, or Prints. Call Taylor 905-922-7015. 1998 SUNFIRE $2,999.1997 Es- cort SW $2,999. 1994 Eagle Summit $1,999. 1992 Geo Track- er $2,690. 1997 Safari Panel van $2,699. Other from $1,699. Certi- fied & e-tested. LONG WEEK- END SPECIAL - NO GST!! (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com NEED A CAR? 100% GUARANTEED You get Your Second Chance Now! APPLY ONLINE WWW.VILLAGE CHRYSLER.CA OR CALL 905-683-5358 OR 906-767-0951 ASK FOR EVERTON WE GET EVERYONE DRIVING! 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA VE, 4dr. burgundy, excellent vehicle, only 88,000 km. Must sell $9,995, $8,995.. 416-890-3020. 2004 HONDA ACCORD Coupe, silver, 2.4 ltr., 4 cyl., 5spd., leath- er interior, dual AC, anti-theft, sunroof, winter tires/rims, 55,000km. mint condition. $21,500. call (905)655-8935. $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all cash for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 2001 FORD WINDSTAR SEL, 159+km, green met., cert. & e- tested $8500. 1997 Chev. Blazer LT, 137miles, white/brown, cert. & e-tested $5000. 1995 F150 LT, 225+km, white, great worker, $2500. 905-430-6623. 2003 FORD EXPEDITION,Eddie Bauer, only 62,000-km's, V8, 4x4, auto, loaded, leather, sunroof, heated/air cooled seats, 8-passenger, original paint, pri- vate sale. Certified/e-tested, $21,900. (905)665-3222 VAN WANTED - late model 2002 or newer van, in good condition, reasonably priced..Will pay cash. Call 905-260-0172. 1999 HONDA AMERICAN Clas- sic 750cc, looks like Harley Cruis- er, saddle bags, windshield, en- gine protector, under 11,000km, mint condition, $5500 firm. Val (905)579-0307 CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT 6000 lb., 12 ft lift, power steering, 5495 hours, good working order $3,999. UTILITY TRAILER, rated 3500 lbs. 6 ft. x 10 ft., excellent shape $999. 905-396-0422, cell 905-396-0422. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 09, 2006, PAGE 17 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remem- ber to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. ☎☎☎☎☎ Fax NEWS ADVERTISER 905-579-4218 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006 PAGE 19 Pdurhamregion.com Keeping their heads up! PICKERING — Flames Leigh Bedford, right, has her eye on the ball during a under-16 girls’ soccer game which was part of the Robbie International Soccer Tournament. The St. Leonard Lions played the Pickering Power Flames in a game at Diana Princess of Wales Park. A.J Groen/ News Advertiser photo Hamilton signs with Wild DURHAM — Oshawa’s Ryan Hamilton has been rewarded by the Minnesota Wild following a breakout season in the OHL. The 21-year-old free agent has signed an entry level contract with the NHL club after finishing his ju- nior career with the Barrie Colts. Hamilton tallied 46 goals and 72 points in 63 games with the Colts. He led the team in goals, including a team-high 24 power-play goals and eight game-win- ning tallies, and finished third in points. The 6-foot-2, 219-pound left-wing added eight goals and 17 points in 14 play- off games with Barrie. He also appeared in one play- off game with the Hous- ton Aeros of the American Hockey League after signing an amateur tryout contract. Hamilton had by far his best season last year, finish- ing up with 79-49-128 in 170 career OHL games. FOR KITCHEN & BATHROOM RENOVATIONS PAY NO TAX, NO GST, NO PST HUGE RENOVATION SHOWROOM KITCHEN & BATHROOM MODELS CUSTOM UPGRADES INCLUDED WITH ALL RENOVATION PROJECTS BOOKED THIS MONTH! 1-888-BATH-RENO 416-285-6798 THRIFTY MECHANIC SHOP Inc. 695 Finley Ave. Unit 1, Ajax 905-683-1112 (Offer Expires July 31/05) BUMPER TO BUMPER SPECIAL $ 39 95 Wayne Hutchinson 696 King St. W. Oshawa, ON (905) 579-2222 1-888-576-8575 DURHAM WINDOWS & DOORS SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION Complete selection of Vinyl Windows & Doors Picture Windows Bay & Bow Windows Patio Doors • Casement Windows SecurPlus MOBILE SHOWROOM I Want To Earn Your Business And Trust Given the opportunity, I will give your car my personal experience, honestly and professionally. You will be guaranteed 100% satisfaction and we will warranty all of our work for 90 days or 5000 km. If you choose to be put on our regular maintenance program, we will call you to set up an appointment for your regular seasonal maintenance. We promise you the following: 1. Only qualified people will work on your car. 2. We’ll never do anything that is not required and APPROVED by you. 3. Every time we repair your vehicle, we will test it out to make certain it is ok. 4. We’ll follow up a few days later to make sure you’re satisfied. 5. You’ll always know how much the repair will cost before we do any work. It will be very clear what was done. WE HAVE NO SECRETS. 6. If you want to know anything about the work that was done or how it was priced, please feel free to ask. I will gladly explain. 7. That every repair or service we do on your vehicle, or part we sell, will meet your satisfaction. 8. That every job is warranted, and that we will live up to the terms of that warranty. We still believe in providing high quality service and parts at prices that won’t break your budget. You have my word on it! Michel Saikali Owner/Manager Dear Neighbour, Are you concerned about: HONESTY?!! PERFECTION ?! CUSTOMER SATISFACTION?!! Why not give us a try! Thrifty Mechanic Shop 695 Finlay Avenue, Ajax (905) 683-1112 Oil, Lube and Filter for Only $19. 95 and With This Ad Receive a Bumper to Bumper Inspection for $39.95 Expires July 31st/06** *Evening appointments may be arranged ** Most vehicles. Taxes extra Check for details We Welcome All Major Fleet Cards PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway Mon-Wed, Sat 7:30-6 • Thurs & Fri 7:30-8 • Sun 9-6 Pickering • 905-686-2309 Air Conditioning Inspection Reg. $74.95 Some restrictions apply SAVE 20.00 Castrol Lube Oil and Filter 1995 • New Motomaster oil fi lter • Up to 5 litres of Castrol GTX motor oil • Check tires and fl uid levels • Chassis lubrication 5W30 or 10W30 only Enviro charges apply Some restrictions apply REG. 24.95 Coolant System Flush & Fill Prevent overheating & maintain cooling system effi ciency • Flush your vehicle’s cooling system • Up to 8 litres of Motomaster antifreeze • Pressure test for system leaks • Written cooling system evaluation report 98-7141 Enviro charges apply Long Life Coolant $59.99 Reg. $74.95 SAVE 10.00 4995 Reg. $59.99R-12 $54.95 3995 R-134 Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details HoursHours Pr icePrice Adult Child (5 - 12yrs) Lunch Brunch Monday - Friday • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm Saturday - Sunday • 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm $795 $550 $995 $595 Regular a la carte menu is served outside buffet hours BUFFET HoursHours Pr icePrice Adult Child (5 - 12yrs) Dinner Monday - Thursday • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday • 4:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sunday • 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm $1295 $695 $1495 $795 $1295 $695 Regular a la carte menu is served outside buffet hours BUFFET Al lYou Can Eat BuffetAll You Can Eat Buffet 905-619-2000 L.L.B.O. !../5 .#%-%.4 Summer is Here!Summer is Here! 2020%%off off any day of the week for LUNCH & DINNER BUFFET!! SeniorsSeniors DiscountDiscount We are offering a few COOL OFFERS to stretch your dollars. Take-out or dine-in, we are offering the best selection at an affordable price.✄✄✄✄✄✄Buy 1 Adult Lunch Buffet Get 2nd Adult Buffet Ha lf Price Good for any day of the week. May not be combined with other discounts and offers. Limit one coupon per table. Expires: July 30, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 • 15 Westney Rd. N. •Stir-Fried Egg Noodle •Chicken Vegetable & Almonds •Sweet & Sour Pineapple Pork $11 95 May not be combined with other offers and discounts. One coupon per order. Expires: July 30, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 • 15 Westney Rd. N. +tax no substitution Reg. $21.40 25 %Off May not be combined with other offers and discounts. Limit to max 6 persons and one coupon per table. Good for any day of the week. Expires: July 30, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 • 15 Westney Rd. N. on Dinner Buffet Total Food Bill (before tax).+Unlimited Free Soft Drink Summer Take-OutSummer Take-Out for pick-up only Dinner BuffetDinner BuffetLunch BuffetLunch Buffet Lake Ridge Brock Rd.Westney Rd.Harwood Rd.Salem Rd.Bayly St. Kingston Rd. Pickup & Delivery Service Available 905-619-2000 15 Westney Rd. N. (Westney Heights Plaza) Your Birthday is always FREEFREE Photo ID required durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 9, 2006