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The meeting took place Sept. 21, and while Neil Carroll, director of planning, said no changes were made to the plan, he thought it was a good exchange. “There was no consensus achieved on an alternative plan,” Mr. Carroll said. “The application is still moving forward. They are still asking council to consider what they submitted.” The plan, by S & R Development Group Ltd., proposes two condo towers – one 18-storey and one 16-storey – and 126 townhouses be built on the site at Bayly Street and St. Martins Drive, as well as 25,500 square feet of commercial retail space. At it’s Sept. 11 meeting, execu- tive committee made two changes to the report submitted by staff, in- cluding removing the ‘H’ holding that required a minimum of 2,000 square metres of new commercial floor space in the first phase of development and instead holding back 15 per cent of the townhouse development until the commercial component is introduced. The timing of the commercial space is one of the concerns of the community who depend on cur- rent tenants of the plaza, such as ✦ See Developer, Page 4 The Pickering 24 PA GES ✦ Pressrun 48,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2006 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 PILING ON Pickering powers over Whitby in high school football Page 15 DurhamDurham Daily News Every weekday at noon By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM – Even in Durham there are peo- ple going hungry. As World Food Day approaches, observed on Oct. 16 and designed to increase public awareness about the world’s hunger problem, one local group is trying to raise awareness about the needs of this area. Feed the Need Durham is a group of not- for-profit agencies and community members whose aim is to improve the collection and distribution of food to people who need it. June Kinniburgh, chairwoman of Feed the Need Durham, said some startling Durham statistics came out of the 2006 Who’s Hungry Report published by the Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto. The survey indicates that in Durham Re- gion, 88 per cent of the 73 food bank users surveyed feel they should be eating more fruits and vegetables. When giving, Ms. Kinniburgh said people also need to consider nutritional value. “G enerally, if you were to go through a food bank the lowest items would be canned fruit and canned vegetables,” Ms. Kinniburgh said. “Second to that are canned meats like tuna and salmon.” She said donors should also consider giving much-needed lunch snacks and whole-grain cereals. “If I talk about fruits and vegetables people automatically think fresh,” Ms. Kinniburgh said. “Canned fruit and vegetables are not as nutritious as fresh. They are better than noth- ing and they are not that bad at all.” She admits the infrastructure is lacking in Durham Region to properly monitor food bank usage, so Feed the Need Durham doesn’t know how many people in the Region rely on food banks. But, Feed the Need is working to co-ordinate the Region’s 16 food banks. “That would be a potential future goal for Feed the Need Durham, to help in collecting those stats,” Ms. Kinniburgh said. Deborah Lay is a public health nutritionist who deals with food security in Durham. She confirms there is a hunger problem in Dur- ham. A survey done by the Region’s health de- partment in 2001 found one in every 10 house- holds worried about the amount of food, didn’t eat the quality or variety of foods that they wanted or didn’t have enough food to eat due to lack of money. Ms. Lay said the Region is currently compiling statistics for 2006. 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Go to durhamlives.org or call 905-666-6241 for an entryformandacom plete list of rules and regulations. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 Canned fruits and vegetables needed to Fill the Need in Durham 88 % of respondents feel they should be eating more fruits and vegetables 41 % of food bank clients are children 44 % of working food bank clients earn between $7.75 and $10 an hour. 56 % of households report they need more food than they receive at the food bank 76 % of respondents go hungry often because they cannot afford to eat PROFILE OF HUNGER IN DURHAM REGION Erin Hatfield/ News Advertiser photo Mary Drummond and June Kinninburgh from Feed the Need Durham illustrate some recent statistics that 41 per cent of food bank users in Durham Region are children and 88 per cent don’t eat enough fruit and vegetables. SUDOKU Now online at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 durhamregion.com Charges include drug trafficking, murder conspiracy after 27 arrested By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Five members of the Os- hawa Hells Angels chapter are among 27 bikers and associates caught up in a prov- incewide sweep that police say has struck at the heart of the criminal organization. The charges, primarily for drug offences and allegations of conspiracy to commit criminal offences, were among hundreds laid as part of Project Tandem, a multi-ju- risdictional effort involving several police services. Durham police, the Ontario Provincial Police, RCMP and other regional agencies were part of the takedown. During a series of raids early Thursday police arrested suspects and seized drugs, weapons, vehicles and almost $500,000 in cash. The 27 suspects picked up, including members and associates of the Hells An- gels and Vagabonds clubs, were being held in a central facility in Toronto, await- ing bail hearings that will likely begin at the start of the week. Inspector Don Bell, head of the OPP’s Biker Enforcement Unit, said a number of high-ranking bikers were charged as a result of Project Tandem, an 18-month operation that included police infiltration of the sprawling criminal organization. The arrest of five full-patch members is likely to have a profound impact on the Angels organization in Oshawa, he said. “Within that particular chapter we’ve done a good job of dismantling it,” Insp. Bell said. “We’ll have to wait and see how they regroup.” Cops uncovered two murder plots -- one targeting a victim in Peterborough and the other in Maple -- and laid a charge of first-degree murder against James Earl Boudreau, 42, of Harwood, in connection w ith the slaying of James Edward Pearce of Cobourg. Oshawa Angels member Mark Stephen- son, 43, is charged with conspiracy to commit murder in connection with the Maple plot along with a member of the gang’s elite Nomads wing, Remond Akleh of Ottawa. Police also seized an estimated $2.9 million worth of street drugs that included cocaine, ecstasy, marijuana, hashish and crystal methamphetamine. Three handguns and a machine gun were seized during the operation. Also impounded were 10 vehicles in- cluding Cadillacs, a Mercedes Benz and high-end SUVs worth more than $300,000, and five Harley-Davidson motorcycles valued at $137,000. The drug seizures could represent a sig- nificant interruption in the flow of street drugs, a mainstay of the Angels’ criminal empire, Insp. Bell said. “They have a substantial drug distribu- tion network,” he said. Oshawa chapter members were charged with a variety of crimes, including con- spiracy to commit an indictable offence, and drug trafficking. In addition to Mark Stephenson, they are Ronald Zomok, 50, Shawn Campbell, 46, and Sean West, 34. Charges of conspiracy to commit an indictable offence, drug trafficking and possession of proceeds of crime against Oshawa Angel James Heickert, 44, are outstanding, police said. Meanwhile, police are hinting action may be taken against the Oshawa chap- ter’s clubhouse, on Ortono Avenue in the centre of the Bloor Street-Wilson road area. Municipal bylaws banning bunker- type buildings can be employed to oust them in some instances. On Thursday, Durham Regional Police Deputy-Chief Mike Ewles said action may be forthcoming. And Friday, Insp. Bell added another cryptic hint: “I think you’ll be hearing an announcement on that in the near future,” he said. 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She said no compromises were reached at the Sept. 21 meeting. “Unfortunately, it once again wasn’t a productive meeting,” she said. Steven Warsh, managing partner with S & R, said they made several changes after the June 1 public meeting. “We’ve made an enormous number of changes in the plan in response to the community, in response to council and in response to planning staff,” he said, adding they just aren’t the big changes the commu- nity wants such as lowering the towers to seven stories. At Tuesday’s meeting, coun- cil will decide if it is going to endorse executive committee’s positive recommendation (the committee is made up of mem- bers of council). At the Sept. 11 meeting, only Wa rd 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean voted against the ap- plication. Ms. Carlevaris said PESCA and other concerned residents will be back again in council chambers to plead their case. “We will be once again mak- ing an impassioned plea to our council to not adopt this pro- posal,” she said. Of the 150 people who at- tended the last meeting, the majority were against the plan, but some residents who were in support of it also stated their case. Municipal election candidates PICKERING — The race is now on. Friday was the deadline to file nomination papers for the upcoming municipal election. An asterisk indicates the incum- bent. Mayor: Dave Ryan* John Newell Ward 1 City: Kevin Ashe* Jennifer O’Connell Paul White Ward 1 Regional: Maurice Brenner* Bonnie Littley Ward 2 City: Doug Dickerson* Brian Evely Eileen Higdon Dan Myall Ward 2 Regional: Jurgen Degen Bill McLean* Ward 3 City: Lisa Depass David Pickles* Ward 3 Regional: Steven Gardner Rick Johnson* Kevin Modeste Durham Catholic District School Board Paul Bannister* Gerry Downes Jim McCafferty* Durham District School Board Chris Braney Paul Crawford* Sherry Croteau* Craig Fairclough Paul Pryce French Language Catholic School Board Andre Barrett Nick Boileau Olga Lambert French Language School Board Sylvie Landry An artist’s rendering shows the designs for the plan, by S & R Development Group Ltd., for two condo towers – one 18-stories and one 16-stories – and 126 townhouses to be built on the site at Bayly Street and St. Mar- tins Drive, as well as 25,500 square feet of commercial retail space. Developer says changes have been made to proposal ✦ Developer from page 1 Advice offered for treating and preventing the nuisance problem By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — As summer nits start to hatch, students could be sharing more than just combs and hats. The first round of head lice infestation has started and so have the calls to the school board, said Mark Joel, a Durham District School Board superinten- dent. He said the nuisance problem tends to come in cycles, with the first one starting around the end of September and Thanksgiv- ing. “There’s another (cycle) at the end of November, then about the middle to the end of February, and it seems to end until the end of the school year again,” said Mr. Joel. “We’ve been doing this for 30 years and the cycle’s the same, the kids are the same,” he said. Usually if a child caught lice at camp or somewhere over the summer, the schools start to notice in the fall, he said. Mr. Joel said it takes about seven to 10 days for nits to hatch. The lice then lay more eggs, and after a cou- ple of batches has hatched they become noticeable. He added it comes to the board’s attention when someone notices and ad- ministration confirms that it’s not just sand or dan- druff. Mr. Joel added that lice do not jump from one person’s head to another. Unlike dandruff, nits won’t move on a piece of hair and stay very close to the head, said Mr. Joel. Live lice could be found behind the ears, around the back of the neck and the crown. Although head lice is a “nasty nuisance” and can be expensive, it’s not a health issue, Mr. Joel said. Mr. Joel said parents can help limit its spread by monitoring their child’s hair during the cycles. “For younger children, when they’re washing and drying their hair, catching it at an early stage is impor- tant,” Mr. Joel said. He added they should also let the school know as soon as possible instead of being embarrassed and dealing with it privately. Jane Ling, a Durham pharmacist, said there are a lot of myths surround- ing lice, such as someone acquiring them because they’re dirty. In fact, lice prefer clean hair. To avoid getting lice, chil- dren should be advised not to share hats and combs and should bring their own pil- lowcase to sleepovers, said Mr. Joel. Ms. Ling suggested students also keep their hats in their coat sleeve instead of piled in with others. When using a treatment to get rid of lice, Ms. Ling said a common reason for failure is not retreating the hair again in seven to 10 days, when nits would be hatching. She said products are not 100 per cent effective and usually don’t kill all nits, even if they claim to. Before applying treat- ment, hair has to be sham- pooed, but not cream rinsed or the product won’t work, she said. Hair also has to be dried. Although natural prod- ucts don’t have studies sup- porting them, Ms. Ling has heard claims about some. “I find parents are look- ing for anything that might help,” said Ms. Ling. She has heard that lice don’t like the smell of tea tree oil. Instead of buying a more expensive shampoo with the oil already in it, Ms. Ling suggested buying it in its concentrated form and mixing a few drops with reg- ular shampoo during hair washing. Other holistic ap- proaches include smother- ing nits and lice with Vase- line or mineral oil. Rinsing with vinegar is also said to help loosen nits, but if applied right after a treatment compromises the solution’s ability to keep lice away for several days. She also warned parents to consider hair texture when picking out a nit brush be- cause some can be spaced too close or far apart. As a last resort, parents can always cut their child’s hair if it’s really long and they keep having problems. 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Joanne Gelinas, commissioner of the environment and sustainable development, has made it clear the feds have been far too slow to react to increases in greenhouse gas emissions and the inevitable global warming and climate change they cause. The finger of blame can be pointed squarely at previous Liberal governments headed by Jean Chretien and Paul Martin who talked a good game but failed to deliver the goods. Canada signed on to the Kyoto Accord with a target of reducing our greenhouse gas emissions six per cent below 1990 levels by 2012. Instead, in the past decade, emissions have risen by more than 20 per cent. In office less than nine months, the Conservative gov- ernment of Stephen Harper must deal with the issue as it stands now. That means the feds have to grapple with the huge economic boom represented by the massive Alberta tar sands project combined with the troubling prospect of the doubling of emissions from that same venture over the next decade or so. The balancing act will be to encourage tar sands development while finding ways to keep emis- sions in check. It won’t be easy. Setting firm -- not voluntary -- targets, developing pro- grams and finding the technologies needed to make the reduction of greenhouse gases pay, is the challenge facing the feds. While it’s fair to blame past governments for inaction, what counts now is doing something. And the feds and industry are not the only ones who need to act. The truth is that climate change has been happening and will only increase. We must make a serious effort to come to grips with it and do what we can to control it and reduce its pace. Otherwise we, and our children, will live to regret the outcome. Solve the transit dispute To the editor: I would like all persons involved on the Region side of the dispute between the 300 workers represented by CAW 222 and Durham Region Transit to work aggressively towards resolving the issue. My family of five (two adults, and three school-aged children) made an environmental choice to rely on public transportation for city travel to work, school, shopping, medical appointments and entertainment. Four of us have been buying monthly bus passes now for the past three months and my husband uses DRT to get to the GO station every day. We have given up our car in favour of transit services. If a strike takes place, we will be forced to buy a re- placement car and that will preclude us using transit again. We pay $87.50 (adult), $75 (student), $52.50 x 2 (children) and $25 (co-fare) every month. This adds up to a total of $282.50 a month. We could easily assign this money towards car pay- ments and Durham Region Transit would lose that money. The uncertainty of the future of transit services is very dis- tressing to us. If a service disruption occurs, public transit will no longer be a viable option for us, even though we know it is an environmentally responsible choice. Shame on Durham Region Transit for not sorting this out, and keeping so many people, staff and customers, on edge for so long. Cathy Swift Oshawa NEWS A DVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail mjohnston@durhamregion. com; Mailing Address; 130 Com- mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. 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The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: mjohnston@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been cho- sen for publication. Behind the bricks and mortar of far too many homes here in Durham lies a largely hidden problem -- hunger. The working poor, persons with disabil- ities, seniors and far too many children in Durham Region, known for its affluence, go to bed with their tummy’s rumbling. The fact that so many people in Canada go hungry points to a server deficiency in our federal and provincial governments and that is just wrong. Although food banks are an emergency response to hun- ger and are responding to the need, they are not addressing the root of the problem -- things like housing costs and income levels. But, donating to a food bank is a front- line anti-hunger measure, which we all can contribute to. Sadly, according to recent statistics, we are not giving enough food to feed the people in our own community. The Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto delivered more than 60,000 kilograms of food to the five Daily Bread member agencies in Durham Region between April 2005 and March 2006 to help support the needs of hungry people. That food should be coming from here, we should be taking care of our own, and we currently aren’t. The Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto, whose aim is to eliminate hunger in the GTA, released its Who’s Hungry: 2006 Pro- file of Hunger in the GTA. Within that report were some startling statistics about the Region of Durham. Statistics like 88 per cent of food bank users surveyed here said they should be eating more fruits and vegetables and that 41 per cent of food bank clients are children. A survey done by the Region’s health department in 2001 found that one in every 10 households worried about the amount of food, didn’t eat the quality or variety of foods that they wanted or didn’t have enough food to eat due to lack of money. Hunger is not inevitable. It is preventable through the gracious giving of people like you and me. But, don’t just open the cupboard and dust off a forgotten can of soup. Area food banks have specific needs to be filled. In particular, canned vegetables, canned fruit, canned meats, cereal and lunchtime snacks for children. So, this year, as you stock up on Thanks- giving fixings, buy some extra and help alleviate hunger here in Durham. Erin Hatfield’s column appears every third Sunday. E-mail ehatfield@durhamregion. com. We are not doing enough to keep our neighbours fed Erin Hatfield staff reporter EDITORIALS & OPINIONS durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com (905) 579-1520 Your Community Police Offices Oshawa 77 Centre St. N. Ext. 5100 Clarington 1998 Regional Rd. #57 Bowmanville Ext. 1687 Ajax Pickering 1710 Kingston Rd. Ext. 2521 Whitby 480 Taunton Rd. E. Ext. 1836 North Durham 15,765 Hwy. #12 Port Perry Ext. 2672 Unit 29, 2020 Wentworth St. W., Whitby, Ont. L1N 9A8 728-9164 Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation District 13 Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Bringing Learning to Life Suite 100, 1450 Hopkins St. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2C3 430-0707 Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Durham Teachers’ Local (905) 433-1121 “You can always talk to us” 36 years of providing emotional support and crisis management to Durham Region callers! www.durhametfo.ca www.durhametfo.ca 905-430-0555 OPEN 7A.M. TO 8P.M. 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We re ly on everyone in the community to report suspected abuse or neglect. A nd we thank those of you who have already made the effort to help a child. What can you do? Learn about preventing child abuse and neglect. Call us if you suspect a child is at risk. We ar a purple ribbon and encourage others to get involved. Support the Durham Children s Aid Foundation. Learn about fostering or adopting a child. Thank our sponsors for their support. Last year, our Purple Ribbon Gala was a huge success, and this year we are pleased to welcome back CTV’s Tom Brown as our Master of Ceremonies and ja zz sensation Dione Taylor and Soular. The Foundation assists children and y outh involved with Durham CAS by supporting education, recreation, enrichment and skills development programs. These are all areas that you help when you support the Foundation. B U I LDING B U I L D I NG B UILDING M O T I VATION ! M O T I VATION ! M OTIVATION ! B U I LDING B U I LDING B UILDING M O T I VATION ! 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Deegan D.D. 134 Harwood Ave. S. 905-683-6074 Look 10-15 years younger and have a relaxed yet energized body Advanced Therapeutic Techniques (905) 999-6635 PICKERING South Pickering Seniors Club (905) 420-5049 or (905) 420.6588 Located at the East Shore Community Centre Tuesday, October 3 Computer Group Kickoff meeting (For club members only) Saturday, October 7 Invitational Bingo Tuesday, October 10 Historical Society Meeting Friday, October 13 Movie Night Saturday, October 14 Euchre Wednesday, October 18 Club Veterans’ meeting 10:30 am at club Saturday, October 21 Bid Euchre Saturday, October 28 Halloeen Dance Tuesday, October 31 Halloween Rouge Hill Senior’s Club Join the Rough Hill Senior’s Club at our brand new facility featuring a beautiful view of the ravine through the fl oor to the ceiling windows. Great programs, events and shared Billiards Lounge with a TV, DVD & VCR To become a member of the club, contact the Centre for more information. Petticoat Creek Community Centre ,470 Kingston Road, Pickering, contact (905) 420.4660 Ext. 6302. DAILY Billiards Room open 9:30 am – 3:30 pm TUESDAYS Luncheon Out: Second Tuesday of the month 11 am – 3 pm WEDNESDAYS Stretch & Strengthen…(Paid Program) 10 am – 11 am Darts 10 am – 12 pm Carpet Bowling 1 pm – 3 pm THURSDAYS Brown Bag Lunch First Thursday of the month 12 pm – 1 pm Club Meeting: First Thursday of the month 1 pm – 2 pm Club Activities 2pm – 4 pm Pot Luck Lunch: Third Thursday of the month 12 pm – 1 pm Bid Euchre 6 pm - 9 pm FRIDAYS Pot Luck Dinner First Friday only 5:45pm – 6:45pm Euchre 6:45pm – 10 pm FBWRP hosts Take Pride in Pickering Day Saturday, October 28 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon Join the Frenchman’s Bay Watershed Re- habilitation and Ontario Power Generation as we celebrate Take Pride in Pickering Day. Help your friends and neighbours plant native trees and shrubs to extend the natural habitat for various birds and mam- mals. Please bring shovels. A BBQ lunch will follow, with vegetarian fare provided. Other seniors programs available at Pickering Recreation Complex 905.683.6582 call for details. AJAX The Town of Ajax offers many physical activi- ties and leisure opportunities for older adults. Various program types and levels are offered to meet your specifi c health and activity re- quirements. Call for details (905) 427-8811. Discounts are available to Ajax residents 65 years of age and over. Two Seniors Clubs in our community are always welcoming new faces. Senior’s Christmas Dance featuring The Brian Rose Little Big Band Sat. Dec. 2, 2-4 p.m. Ajax Community Centre, HMS Room Join us for an afternoon of dancing and entertainment. Tickets: $5, from Sept. 4 at the Ajax C.C. and McLean C.C. For further information, contact Jennifer Ayres, 905-619-2529 ext. 7257 Ajax Seniors Friendship Club St. Andrew’s Community Centre 46 Exeter Road, Ajax 905-686-1573 (Club) 905-683-9696 (Jack) Offers activities for those 55 years and over Pickering & Village Seniors Village Community Centre 29 Linton Avenue, Ajax 905-683-8460 (Club) Offers activities to those 55 years and over including cards, crafts, sewing and quilting, bingo, day trips & social events, shuffl e- board and fi tness classes Durham Potters Guild Xmas Show and Sale Sunday, November 12, 2006 at the Ajax Kinsmen Heritage Centre. Durham Pot- ters’ Guild invites you to their 19th Annual Christmas Pottery Show and Sale. Satur- day, November 11 from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, November 12 from 11:30 am to 4 pm. Great Gift Ideas. Door prizes. Free Admission. Percentage of sales to benefi t the Denise House. Contact: Derek Chung at 905-420-2667 To have your centre or organiza- tion’s listing placed here please email it to nmillion@durhamregion. com with the Forever Young sub- ject line or fax to the attention of Forever Young to 905-426-6598. Ajax & Pickering seniors events W e m a ke you feel Right Rightat homeCareGivers enables Durham seniors to enhance their quality of life at home. Live independently, without interrupting your daily habits or routines. We promote health care, companionship and the activities of daily living to make your life more manageable. We treat our clients with compassion, empathy, respect and dignity. We care for all clients as though they are our own grandparents, parents or family members. We offer a variety of services to meet your individual needs. Services can be arranged for a few hours a week or as many as 24 hours a day. Short term relief or long term care is available seven days a week, including holidays. James Murphy Gillian Halsall www.durhamcaregivers.com 1583 Arcadia Square, Pickering 905.409.3254 905.409.5005 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 By Tresa Erickson You just found out you’re going to be a grandparent for the fi rst time, but your son and daughter-in-law live several miles away. You want to be a good grandparent, but how can you do so when you live so far away? It will take some time and a greater sense of commitment, but you can do it. Here are some tips. Stay in contact. Call your grandchild of- ten, write them letters or e-mail them. In- clude special notes, cards or words of wis- dom. Record special messages on cassette tapes and send packages. Children love to receive mail addressed just to them. Get to know your grandchild. Too many times grandparents learn about grandchildren through their children. Of- ten they only hear the good things. Spend some time with your grandchild and fi nd out who they really are, good qualities and bad. Listen to their stories and encourage them to talk about whatever they want with you. Wr ite down your family history. You might include funny stories about their parents as children or tell of the hardships your generation faced. Include any tradi- tions your family might share. Give them a treasured keepsake with a tale about how it came to the family. Share your hobbies. Send your grand- child a small gift you have baked, sewed, knitted or carved, along with a letter about how you did so. Encourage them to take part in your hobby. Learn your grandchild’s likes and dis- likes. Ask them what kind of movies they like and rent a few of them. Th en discuss them with your grandchild on the phone. Tr y some of their favorite foods, go to some of their favorite stores or take a look at some of their favorite Web sites. Visit often. Set aside some time during your visit for your grandchild-take them shopping, go out to lunch or read them a bedtime story. Be careful not to step on any toes during your visit. Show respect for your son or daughter and for how they parent. Stay out of any disputes between them and your grandchild. Arrange for your grandchild to visit you often. Make time for special activi- ties, but don’t wear yourself out. Let your grandchild get to know you as you really are. Prepare some of your favorite foods for them, take them to some of your favorite places and share your favorite stories with them. Spoil them, but not too much. Grandparenting from a distance is harder and requires much more of a com- mitment, but in the end, it is worth it. Not only do you get to know your grandchild for who they are, but they get to know you as you really are. 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The seminar will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Free refreshments will be available during the intermission. CA A members and non-members are welcome to attend. Retirement not golden? Putting all your assets to work may help (NC)-Retirement may not always be as golden as one would hope. Often the lack of income pre- vents Canadian retirees from enjoying this time in their life. In fact, a recent Decima survey of retirees in two key Canadian markets found that the main obstacle preventing three-quarters of seniors from maintaining their pre-retirement standard of living is related to fi nances. Th ere may, however, be a solution for those Cana- dians over the age of 60 who fi nd themselves facing a diffi cult fi nancial situation in retirement - a CHIP Home Income Plan. Th is simple, sensible borrow- ing option allows seniors to unlock the value in their home, while continuing to live in it and maintain ownership. It enables seniors to access up to 40 per cent of the equity in their home tax-free, making it possible for them to improve their day-to-day cash fl ow. “A CHIP Home Income Plan can make the world of diff erence for seniors who are fi nding it diffi cult to manage fi nancially once they enter into retirement,” notes Greg Bandler, vice-president, Ca- nadian Home Income Plan. “It allows seniors to put some of their assets to work for them by investing in income yielding fi nancial products.” Adds Bandler, “Retirement should be a special time, not a time fi lled with fi nancial stress and mon- ey concerns. CHIP makes it possible for seniors to enjoy their golden years, and still have money to maintain their lifestyle.” More information on CHIP is available online at www.chip.ca or by calling 1-866-522-2447. * Note: This telephone based poll, conducted by Decima Research between October 14th and October 25th, 2005, was based on a randomly selected sample of 400 senior homeowners aged 62+ living in Toronto and Vancouver. With a sample of this size, the re- sults are considered accurate to within ±4.9 percentage points, 19 times out of 20, of what they would have been had the entire Torontonian and Vancouverian senior population been polled. The margin of error will be larger within subgroupings of the survey population. Data have been weighted to ensure the sample is representative of the gender, age and region. 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Dorling Ave. Williamson Dr E durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 BALLYCLIFFE OPEN HOUSE: Ballycliffe Lodge Nursing Home invites the public to drop in from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for its annual Open Doors event, where guests can enjoy refreshments and take a tour. Ballycliffe is at 70 Station St., just west of Harwood Ave., in Ajax. MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS: A sup- port group for caregivers of those suffering with a Mood Disorder meets the first Monday of each month from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Sal- vation Army Hope Community Care Centre. It is located at 35 Kings Crescent in Ajax, south- east of Harwood and the 401. Call ahead at 905-426-4347. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3 DISCUSSION GROUP: The Ajax Tuesday Morn- ing Seniors’ Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Ajax Seniors’ Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Ray Thomas of Staple will speak about computers and seniors. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). BUDGETING COURSE: Free budgeting courses will be held at Heights City Church, 477 Kingston Rd., Pickering. Professional financial advisors will be leading this course every Tues- day nights at 7 p.m. from October 3-24. Every- one is welcome. For more information contact 905-420-0229. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 SENIORS DROP IN: Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Dr. in Ajax, invites anyone 50 years or older to the Eagles Nest Drop In at 9:30 a.m. Activities include shuffleboard and table games or just relaxing and visiting with friends old and new. Refreshments are served. Call Jack Mackie at 905-686-5647 or Bob Mc- Donald at 905-665-7726. ROUGE HILL SENIORS: The Rouge Hill Se- niors hold events every Wednesday at the Pet- ticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd. Darts at 10 a.m., Carpet Bowling at 1 p.m. Beginners are welcome. There is a brown bag lunch at noon and all are welcome. OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT GROUP: A sup- port group for those with osteoporosis meets at St. Paul’s United Church from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more infor- mation, please call Linda at 905-509-6510. The church is at 65 Kings Crescent in Ajax. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 INTERNET SAFETY SESSION: Paul Gillespie former Detective Sergeant, known for his Child Exploitation Unit in Toronto will be speaking to the community. He will be sharing on how to keep the internet a safe place during a meet- ing of the Canadian federation of University Women - Ajax-Pickering. This session is for any parent in the community. It will be held at 120 Roberson Dr. in Ajax. If you have any further questions, please call Sandy Briell at 905-428- 0003. ROUGE HILL SENIORS: There is a brown bag lunch at noon at the Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., followed by the club’s meeting at 1 p.m. with the election of officers. At 2 p.m. everyone is welcome to participate in an afternoon of crafts. Those with a new craft or idea are welcome to bring them along. CONNECT 4, WOMEN’S THURSDAY MORN- ING PROGRAMS: Forest Brook Church, 60 Kearney Drive in Ajax is once again hosting a women’s morning activity event. This is a great opportunity to meet with other women and enjoy good conversation, coffee, refreshments and spent the morning in creative classes. Classes include: cooking ideas, crafts, fitness, and much more! Childcare in provided for $10 per child. This program begins Thursday, Oct. 12 at 9:15 am. Registration starts Oct. 5 at 9.30 am and is $20. For more information call Sheri Carroll at 905-683-3479 or e-mail at sheri. carroll@rogers.com. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the library of La Storta, at the Manresa Jesuit Retreat House at the north end of Liverpool Road (north of Finch Avenue) in Pickering. Men and women are welcome. For more information, call Lorraine at 905-619-1419 or Edith at 905-686-3834. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 BLOOD DONOR CLINICS: Mclean Centre, 95 Magill Drive will be holding a blood donor clinic from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the banquet hall. For more information call 1-800-2-Donate. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Alcoholics Anonymous meets in Ajax on Sundays, Mon- days, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at various location. They also meet in Pickering 7 days a week. Alcoholics Anonymous also holds Fam- ily Groups for Durham Region on Mondays through Saturdays. For more information please call 905-728-1020. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 DISCUSSION GROUP: The Ajax Tuesday Morn- ing Seniors’ Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Ajax Seniors’ Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Thomas Gablenz will perform music in memory of his father, Romantic Songs of a 20th Century Composer. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). Billboard OCTOBER 1, 2006 Unemployed help centre offers free workshops DURHAM — The Durham Region Unem- ployed Help Centre offers four workshops this month and, best of all, they’re free to job seekers. Topics and the workshop schedule are as follows: • Thursday, Oct. 5: Choices-Career Explora- tion from 4 to 6 p.m., and Passport to Safety from 4 to 6 p.m.; • Thursday, Oct. 12: Intro to MS Office (Word- tutorials) from 9 to 11 a.m., and Intro to MS Office (Excel-tutorials) from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; • Thursday, Oct. 19: Interview Techniques (two-hour session) from 1 to 3 p.m.; • Thursday, Oct. 26: Resume Critiquing from 9 to 10 a.m.; Wo rkshops fill up quickly and pre-registra- tion is required. The centre also offers Three Day Job Club every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for clients case-managed at Northern Lights. There is also a Landed Immigrants’ Job Search Workshop on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Wo rkshops are at the office at 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12, in Pickering, near the GO sta- tion. For more information, call 905-420-4010. Did we mention it’s addictive?Play SUDOKU online at durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 PAGE 11 Pdurhamregion.com Healthwellness ADVERTISING FEATURE& Slow down! Take a deep breath! Accept things as they are! These common suggestions for dealing with stress and discomfort may seem simple, but following through on them is often harder than it sounds. Sometimes it takes training to learn to “let go” of stress or pain. But can we train the mind to heal the body? Mindfulness meditation has been championed for centu- ries in religious practices such as Buddhism, as a practice that seeks to free the mind of the faithful from the con- straints of stress, worry, and self. Only in the past few de- cades has it been studied as a potential adjuvant medical treatment. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a program designed and implemented by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., founder of the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society of the University of Massachu- setts Medical School. A molecular biologist, Kabat-Zinn studied Buddhist meditation and incorporated its key prin- ciples into a course harnessing the link between mind and body. Since that time, the fi eld has expanded to encompass over 240 programs across the U.S and Canada. Results of vari- ous clinical studies using Mindfulness Meditation have lead researchers to hypothesize that our body’s response to both positive and negative life situa- tions is plastic, and can change and improve through training. Perhaps, MBSR offers the key to tapping this unforeseen poten- tial to deal with a variety of stressors, emotional, physi- cal, and spiritual. As more research is done in this area, we will continue to learn more about the untapped pos- sibilities of the mind in creating both a mental and physical shift towards total health and wellness. Mindfulness means paying attention, on purpose, to what is happening in the moment without getting lost in thoughts about the past or worries about the future. Mind- fulness helps people manage stress, chronic illness, pain, depression, and anxiety by teaching them to recognize and accept their thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations, all of which are connected. You learn to respond to life con- sciously instead of reacting to it unconsciously. The MBSR program utilizes techniques such as medita- tion, body awareness scan and gentle stretching (adapted for those with physical limitations). Par- ticipants learn how to cope with their health and fi nd peace of mind by working with the very stresses and pains that are the source of their discomfort. Daily homework with CD’s and workbook support practice between sessions. While MBSR techniques are not curative for diseases or stressful condi- tions, they guide participants in learning how to relate to the condition rather than fi ghting it or wishing it away. Anne Dranitsaris. Ph.D. is a clinical psychotherapist in private practice in Ajax. She works with individuals and groups using Mindfulness-Based approaches for treatment of stress-related problems, depression, anxiety, and eat- ing disordersFor more information about upcoming MBSR programs, contact the Centre for Mindful Therapies at 905.428.1404 or visit www.mindfultherapies.com. Can We Train the Mind to Heal the Body? Anne Dranitsaris, Ph.D Call 905 427-2007 or email THE HERBAL PATHWAY/HEALTH FOOD STORE 1822 Whites Rd. N. Pickering, 905-839-7234 Ta lk to a health counselor today about the Purify Cleansing Kit! Give thanks to your body. 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Saturday, October 7th, 2006 10:00 to 11:30 am For more information or to register call 905 428.1404 or visit our website at www.mindfultherapies.com 109 Old Kingston Road, Unit 14 Ajax, ON L1T 3A6 Our next 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program begins Wednesday, October 11th. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 Arthurs says Province has done a lot to take ‘stress off of nursing staff’ By Jeff Hayward Staff Writer DURHAM — Nursing home residents deserve better care, but with limited staff this can’t be achieved, a union representing long-term care workers is arguing. Approximately 20 sign-carrying union workers, representing 40,000 employees in Ontario, chose Uxbridge Health Care Centre (formerly Versa Care) on Reach Street Thurs- day to complain the government needs to regulate a minimum number of hours of care given to nursing home residents, which essentially translates into a staffing issue. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1.on represents 140 nursing homes in the province. Secretary treasurer Cathy Carroll says “resident health care continues to suffer” in the two and a half years since the Province began unannounced yearly nursing home inspections, and set up a toll-free number where complaints are taken from facility residents and their families. “There has been little else done to improve the quality of care Ontario nursing homes residents receive.” But Wayne Arthurs, MPP for Ajax- Pickering-Uxbridge, said much has been done by the provincial government to “take stress off of nursing staff”, including provid- ing thousands of lifting devices for patients and adding physiotherapists in care facili- ties. Mr. Arthurs said his government has invested $740 million into long-term care which has equated to 3,100 new staff mem- bers in Ontario’s 618 homes. Ms. Carroll argues there is no standard for resident care in Ontario. The union wants to establish a minimum of 3.5 hours of care per day per resident. The union pointed out that a new Long Term Care Act going to legisla- tion this fall does not set a daily minimum level of care hours for long-term care resi- dents. Mr. Arthurs said, “One resident may need eight hours (of care) and another two hours... you run the risk of giving care to (a resident) that doesn’t need as much.” But he acknowledges more needs to be done to satisfy all parties. “I don’t suggest that we’ve met all ex- pectations... that won’t be fair,” he said. But responding to a point raised by the union that the level of care has not risen, despite increased government funding, Mr. Arthurs suggested that could be the result of man- agement issues within an individual care facility. The union Thursday presented data on the Uxbridge Health Care Centre, which it said is current. According to the union, the facility has 97 residents who receive an average of 2.23 hours of care per day. The facility’s chief steward, Janet Holtrust, said during an eight-hour shift each care worker tends to 13 to 14 residents. “Residents deserve more... and staff de- serve better working conditions,” said Ms. Holtrust. She said the matter also comes down to workload. “What’s happened (over time) is the type of clients (require) much heavier care... with more needs that take more time.” Mary Nestor, director of com- munications and policy for Central Care Corporation, which operates Uxbridge Health Care Centre, says the company is “definitely in support of enhanced funding for staffing levels.” She acknowledged that there has been government funding increases but “not enough to keep up with the level of care (required).” Regarding no minimum hours of care specified for residents, Ms. Nestor said in the 65 provincial facilities of Central Care, a corporation under Retirement Resi- dences Real Estate Investment Trust, “Our staff spends as much time with each resident as required.” The union would not confirm if additional demonstrations will be held in Durham about the matter. The Region of Durham, meanwhile, op- erates three long-term care facilities, none of which have employees belonging to the SEIU protesting in Uxbridge Thursday. “The standards that we follow are (the) Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care pro- gram standards,” said Sherri Munns-Audet, the Region’s director of corporate com- munications, of Fairview Lodge in Whitby, Hillsdale Terraces/Estates in Oshawa, and Lakeview Manor in Beaverton. Set a standard for long-term care, says union Celia Klemenz/News Advertiser photo Cathy Carroll, right, secretary treasurer Service Employee International Union (SEIU) on explains the union member’s concerns regarding the impending new health care act and the effect on the level of care residents receive in long-term care facilities like Versa-Care Centre. Recycling helps generate funds for schools (NC)—Empty ink and toner cartridges usually end up in the garbage and then in landfi lls. 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Proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness info durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 A FEEDING FRENZY AT PICKERING HIGH SCHOOL Above, as fast as they could flip them, the burgers were being served up at Pickering High School’s third annual Food Frenzy. Jamil Kanji (left), Brett Medeiros and Jake Stevens took part in the event that draws students together and helps create an awareness of the various clubs and programs available to them. At right, Eric Hallam, in red, takes one for his school, as Arif Mahboob pays good money to throw a wet sponge at his classmate. Funds raised go to support various activities. Rob Mitchell/News Advertiser photos By Izabela Jaroszynski Staff Writer DURHAM — Under fire for cutting more than $1 billion from various program funds, federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty defended the move by saying the savings may lead to further tax reductions for all Canadians. “We want to continue reduc- ing taxes,” the Whitby-Oshawa MP told reporters. “We think the people of Canada are over- taxed. We will do what we can within the limits of prudent fis- cal management.” But critics of the cuts say they are unjustified at a time when the Canadian government is enjoying a $13.2-billion surplus, which Mr. Flaherty announced will go towards repaying the federal debt -- a move he says will save approximately $650 million in annual interest pay- ments. The cuts affect a range of programs including the elim- ination of the Court Challenges Program and the GST rebate for visitors to Canada. But it is the $4.6 million cut to the Museums Assistance Pro- gram that has Brian Malcolm, executive director of Parkwood Estates in Oshawa, worried. “Museums typically need government support to carry out their activities because gen- erally it is difficult for museums to survive on gate admissions,” he said. “They have collections and buildings that require a lot of care. They serve an im- portant function and need the same kind of support that other community initiatives enjoy.” Although Parkwood is not currently receiving funding from the Museums Assistance Program, Mr. Malcolm said it has in the past and hopes to in the future. “At some point we would like to develop circulat- ing exhibits and then we would look to that program,” he said, adding that many government programs that provide funding to museums are too small to begin with and should not be further reduced. -- with files from Torstar News Service More tax cuts to come: Flaherty 1S PVE4Q POTPS + TAX 59 PM Proud Sponsor $24 .99 + TAX NEWS ADVERTISER PARTNERS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES TO BRING YOU AMAZING DEALS This passport contains fantastic offers to tantalize your tastebuds For just $19.99 you will receive: •ABSOLUTELY FREE AN 8” BLIZZARD® CAKE ($24.99 VALUE) • 5 - BUY1 GET 1 FREE ROYAL TREAT® • 5 - BUY 1 GET 1 FREE KIDS MEAL • 5 - FREE GRILL BURGER™ • 5 - $5.00 DISCOUNT TOWARD ANY DQ® CHILLIBRATION™ CAKES • FREE TREATZAA PIZZA® Call or check website for complete details REAL VALUE YOU CAN TRUST HOW TO GET YOURS: call 905-426-4676 ext 222 or order online at www.passporttosavings.ca or drop in to the News Advertiser at 130 Commercial Avenue in Ajax. $19 .99 4!8 1 SPVE4Q P OTPS OVER 19 99$ Come in and try our new Chocolate Malt Crunch Blizzard® and our new Chili Meltdown Grill Burger! 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For Driscoll, 19, the chance to play alongside Canadians in a stronger junior league is what lured him from his previous team, the Eu- gene (Oregon) Generals, a junior ‘B’ squad that competed in the 12-team NORPAC (Northern Pacific Junior Hockey League) loop. With the Generals last season, the 6-foot, 4-inch, 205-pound netmind- er started more than half the games, helping Eugene to the league playoff final before losing in the fifth and final game to the Queen City Cut- throats (Helena, Montana). Although there are similarities between the two leagues, there are big differences, too. “It’s similar, but the guys here are bigger and it’s a bit faster,” says Driscoll, who’s backing up starter Eric See with the Attack this season. “The speed and fitness here is a lot better. It’s the total opposite from there. Here, the guys are serious about playing for a scholarship.” Prior to playing in Eugene, Driscoll played at the midget ‘AAA’ level with the California Stars, based in Ontario, California. After playing his minor hockey in California, he had to move elsewhere to continue his hockey career. “If I wanted to move on in hockey, I had to move out of California,” he explains. Driscoll says he was referred to Attack owner Robert Stein through Jamie Storr, the former goalten- der with the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League. The Hemet, California native says he was told, however, he may have to be content being a backup with the squad. That’s all he needed to hear. “I’m hoping to get a break, but they told me straight up that he (See) would be the starter and if I was looking to play 50 games that I would have to look elsewhere,” says Driscoll. “I’m really here for next year. I’m happy to put my time in. When I get the chance to play, I have to make sure I’m on my game and do my best.” Currently begin billeted by the Attack team, Driscoll says he’s been made welcomed by his teammates, so it isn’t especially troublesome being so far from home. “It’s not too bad. It’s all North America. I try not to think that I’m so far away from home,” says Driscoll. Meanwhile, Rigtrup, 18, attended and played hockey at Trinity Pawl- ings High School in New York state. While rooming there with a Whitby resident, he was told about the OP- JAHL. That conversation led to him seeking a tryout with the Panthers. “He told me about the league. I thought maybe instead of playing junior hockey in the states, I would take a different path and see how I like it,” says Rigtrup, a native of Montclair, New Jersey. So far, so good, says Rigtrup, who’s been a solid addition to the Panthers’ blue-line this season. “I like it a lot. It’s a good atmo- sphere and the guys on the team are good guys. It’s a high level of hock- ey here,” says Rigtrup, who’s being billeted with the O’Brien family in Whitby. “It’s always different going to a new team and to a different country. Thanks to my teammates I think I’ve adapted real well.” The 6-foot, 165-pound rearguard says he’s unsure if he’ll be a Panther beyond this season, saying his prior- ity is to play college hockey in the U.S. as soon as possible. “I want to find out about a schol- arship. I’m looking to go to a school as soon as I can,” he says, adding he’s currently taking courses at Oshawa’s University of Ontario Institute of Te chnology. On-ice education for U.S. players Matt Rigtrup Garrett Driscoll A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo Wilson defender John McMullen gets bowled over by a Pickering runner who is being tackled by his teamates. The Tro- jans visited The Donald Wilson Gators in LOSSA Senior Boys football action, and went home with a 15-0 victory. By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — The Pickering High School Trojans senior football team is proving again to be the team to beat in Durham Region high school football, but the long- time head coach says it’s not quite a well-oiled machine just yet. The Trojans – the defending On- tario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) and Metro Bowl cham- pions – rolled into the self-styled swamp inhabited by the Donald A. Wilson Secondary School Gators of Whitby Friday afternoon. At the end, it was the Gators who were swamped, 15-0, by the Trojans, who remain a perfect 2-0 so far in league play. The Trojans’ victory came a week after demolishing their long- time rival, the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs of Pickering, 34-1 at the Oshawa Civic Stadium on Sept. 22. “It feels good as long as it lasts,” says Trojans’ head coach John Mar tini of the two victories against strong teams to start the season. “We’re going to have some good competition this year. Every team has the possibility of beating us, so we have to play strong.” Although the Trojans have a number of returning players, the team has nonetheless lost a num- ber of key performers to gradua- tion from last year’s powerhouse that won the first Metro Bowl foot- ball title in school history. “The main difference (from last year’s team) is inexperience. Last year’s team was full of fifth-year players. We lost all of our line- men, offensively and defensively, so we’re a little rough at this time of year. But, we’ll get better as time goes on,” says Martini. Although the Trojans’ offence, under the control of quarterback James McIntosh, was able to move the ball well against the Gators, a number of turnovers inside the red zone kept Pickering High from adding to their offensive total. The offensive miscues, says Trojans’ head coach John Mar- tini, thankfully didn’t come back to haunt the Trojans. “We made some offensive mis- takes here and there. Those mis- takes cost us a couple of touch- downs,” says Martini. Mar tini was quick to praise the work of the Wilson squad, only in their second year in LOSSA play at the senior level. Friday’s game had a definite Pickering High flavour as Martini matched wits with Wil- son head coach, Adam Papadakos, who had previously coached for 10 years in the Pickering High foot- ball program. “I was impressed with Wilson. Their defence was outstanding and their offence has a lot of po- tential,” noted Martini. After a scoreless first quarter, the Trojans’ offence heated up early in the second quarter with McIntosh tossing a 38-yard strike to wide receiver Juevol Myles for the opening touchdown. Jordan McLaughlin’s point-after attempt sailed wide left to leave the score at 6-0. Gharone McLean gave the Tro- jans a two-touchdown lead later in the quarter after hooking up with McIntosh on a 30-yard pass-and- run play. McLaughlin was good on the convert. 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G License required, full time/permanent po- sition, benefits, weekend work re- quired. Apply in person, fax (905) 263-1076 or phone (905) 263-8369 and ask for Jamie or Bill, Paddy's Market Appliance Warehouse. DirectBuy in Pickering Now Hiring Full Time CUSTOMER SERVICE PROFESSIONALS Fax resume to: 905-839-9471 or email to: ucc375@on.aibn.com DRIVER/HANDYMAN required. Full-time position. Duties include driving, painting and general maintenance. Apply in person to the Receptionist at 311 Viola Street, Oshawa. 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. EXOTIC DANCERS needed, no license required. Earn $1,000 - $3,000 weekly. Transportation provided. 19+. Call Tracey (905) 420-2595 or (647) 274- 6453. Experienced Shipper/Receiver For Busy Warehouse in Pickering Must Drive Lift Truck Full Time Benefi ts Fax Resume to Lynda: 1-514-697-6042 or Call: 1-800-663-0305 ext 122 FRAMER NEEDED,for rough carpentry with minimum 1 yr. exp. good salary. Call Dom (905) 448- 8531 (905) 449-7198 (cell). FREE Telephone Service FREEDOM PHONE LINES Regardless of Credit No Deposit Required LOWEST PRICE Call now & receive 1 month FREE 1-866-884-7464 GRAND OPENING.New picker- ing warehouse facilitiy just opened. Looking for 18 people to start immed. Admin/sales/market- ing/inventory. Must be willing to train in all areas. If your not mak- ing $12/hr call Brittany 905-420- 1040 GREETING CARD COMPANY looking for Part time merchandis- er to service select retail accounts in the Durham Region. Flexible schedule, 8-20hrs per week. Starting at $7.75/hour. Responsible for ordering and maintaining the greeting card department various retailers in the Durham area. Please contact Carlton Cards Call Center on Thursday October 5th, to discuss. 1-800-663-2273. HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.Jobs-WorkAtHome.com, Reference 2-107 INCREDIBLE Natural Weight Loss, Nutrition and Energy prod- ucts. Call Jerry at (905)668-2662, email: jeva1@yahoo.ca INSTALLERS REQUIRED for Scarborough based Interior Glass & Partitioning company. Valid "G" licence required. Phone 416 986 7659. JOIN OUR MOTIVATED,ener- getic business. We need great people like you for cleaning posi- tions. Vehicle required PT/FT po- sitions available. Please call Jen- nifer (905)655-7563 www.how sonhomeorganizers.com LANDSCAPE/RENOVATION Company seeking motivated indi- viduals with min 2-yrs experience in hardscape & snow plowing. Renovation experience an asset. Competitive compensation. Driv- ers licence required. Fax resume: 905-721-1724 or email inq@pre- stigeservices.ca 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 LOCAL BOAT BUILDER needs people for deck hardware, vinyl panel installation, fiberglass as- sembly, maintenance/cleaning, & wood installation. Full-time work (40.5 hours per week). Please fax resumes to 905-430-8306 or email: jobs@pdqyachts.com. MAINTENANCE WORKER full time for 125 unit non-profit apart- ment building in Whitby. Respon- sibilities include: building and ground maintenance, supervision of cleaners & on-call staff, and re- lated administrative work. Re- sume to: 250 Hickory St. S., Whit- by, L1N 9G8, attention Housing Coordinator or fax: 905-430-0191 by October 8th. MANDARIN RESTAURANT re- quires Host Staff, Buffet Atten- dant & Bus Person. Experience not necessary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/East of Brock Road) NEED A JOB? 16-24 yrs., out of school/work? The Job Connect Program can help! Call for info on how we can help you find work FAST! Ajax: 905-427-8165 Whitby: 905-666-8847 ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full time. We train you!!! Call 905 435-0518 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 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 01, 2006, PAGE 17 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Looking For Work! 90-minute workshop One-on-one appointments Over 20 programs to assist you. Call and register TODAY! Ajax: 905-426-8337 www.theemploymentadvantage.com FAST Get back to work FREEFREEFREEFREE NOW HIRING!! 48 Call Centre Reps $12.25/HR State of the Art Call Centre Located in Oshawa Answering Incoming Emails Must be able to work between the hours of 8am till 7pm Monday-Friday (Occasional Saturdays.) Must have High School Diploma 35 Wpm Typing, MS Windows knowledge & minimum 6 mths customer service exp. retail is fine. Over 200 successful Call Centre hires Done this summer by Appleone Pickering Apply at: AppleOne Employment Services 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering 905-831-3400 •Assembly Line Positions $8-9/hr •Ajax Location •CSA Safety Shoes/Boots are Required •A Criminal Background Check is Mandatory Bring Photo ID, Resume and 2 Business References: Job Fair Tuesday, October 3, 2006 1:00pm – 4:00pm Pickering Central Library In the Auditorium (Upper Level) One The Esplanade, Pickering (East of The Pickering Town Centre) Phone: 1-866-470-3111 Ext: 114 Fax: 905-470-5822 www.thepeoplebank.com If unable to attend, send resume to Ms. Pat Sykes: psykes@thepeoplebank.com WE'VE GOT GREAT THINGS IN STORE FOR YOU! Are you looking for health and dental benefits & competitive wages? Are you looking for work when the kids are in school? STOREFRONT FULL TIME - Midnights , Day, Eve. PA RT TIME Mon - Fri. 5 a.m. - 10 a.m. & Part Time Students 1750 Bayly St. W., Pickering fax (905) 428-2216 938 Liverpool Rd., Pickering fax (905) 421-9212 "An employer you can count on" Bennett's Home Furnishings of Pickering is an exciting new store, growing every day.! We’re looking for outgoing, assertive, intelligent people ready to grow along with us. If you have a great future in sales ahead of you we’ll see it when you walk through our door! Good communication skills, a warm personality that shows in your eyes… you know it’s there and you have just been waiting for the chance to prove it. Come see us. Experience not necessary. This is an established company with an excellent reputation. Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1755 Pickering Parkway, Unit SB1 L1V 1B5. 905-428-8083. or email durham@bennetts.ca Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted YMCA Durham Employment & Community Services JOB FAIR ✓The Bear & Firkin Pub ✓Sears Canada ✓Burbs Bistro & Bar ✓Swiss Chalet ✓Sodexho are seeking to fill: Various food & customer service positions Interviews will be conducted On-Site Please bring resume Thursday, October 5th, 10-2pm YMCA Durham Employment & Community Services 1550 Kingston Rd., Pickering, ON (Hwy. 2 and Valley Farm Rd.) 905-686-7060 Your YMCA's charitable registration number is 11930 7080 RR0001 1725 Kingston Rd, Pickering (Mandarin Plaza) Seeking FULL TIME DAYS FULL TIME OVERNIGHTS •Paid training •Flexible hours •Room for advancement •Health benefits Apply in person fax (905) 427-6354 FULL TIME RETAIL SALES For a Dynamic Career Join our Whitby/Ajax Team Base Salary, Commissions, Bonuses, Extensive Benefits, Management Tr aining, Employment Stability. Please visit our stores: 4160 BALWIN ST. (NEXT TO WALMART) 90 KINGSTON ROAD E. (DURHAM CENTRE) Or Fax Your Resume to Joe: 905-665-2253 905-426-4624 "An Employer You Can Count On" NOW HIRING FRONT COUNTER Full Time night shift 11 p.m. - 7 a.m. "Here's your chance to be part of our team" Apply to the Harwood and Hwy #2 location, Ajax or call Tracey at (905) 683-2293 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES New music school in Whitby hiring full & part time Instructors / Clerical / Reception Call Brad @ 289-314-7654 Receptionist The successful candidates will have good office skills and enjoy working with people. Job entails multi tasking, computer experience, positive attitude in fast paced environment. 20 – 25 hours/wk. Benefits available, stable company in business since 1926. Send resume to: Manager, Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1755 Pickering Parkway, Unit SB1 L1V 1B5. Fax 905-428-38-35 No phone calls please. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. CHILD & YOUTH WORKERS Needed to fill a full time and relief positions working with emotionally and behaviorally difficult children. The successful applicants will work within our long-term treatment residential programs located in the Durham Region. Please visit our website www.enterphase.com for more information about our program and position openings. Please mail resumes to: Enterphase C&F Services - 209 Bond Street E, Oshawa, ON L1G 1B4, or fax to (905)434-1775or e-mail to jen@enterphase.com. HAIR STYLISTS Come join a winning team of great hair stylists. We offer: above competitive wages, incentive programs, advanced training, paid vacation & much more! If you are an experienced hair stylist and looking for a friendly bright atmosphere give us a call 905-686-4128 Positions available in Whitby, Oshawa & Bowmanville GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY All Shifts, Starting rate $8.50/hr Must Provide Own Safety Boots Some heavy lifting required. Please apply in person with resume @ Lennox Drum Limited 233 Fuller Road Ajax, ON Due to continual growth we require *LICENSED TECHNICIANS *EXPERIENCED APPRENTICE *EXPERIENCED LUBE PERSON •Excellent working environment •Dental and Medical Plan •High volume flat rate shop •Hourly bonus "Join our winning organization" Fax resume to (905) 668-2753 POSITIONS AVAILABLE EXPERIENCED SHEET METAL MECHANIC & SHIPPER RECEIVER Contact Max by Fax (905) 623-1683 Phone (905) 623-2303 ext. 29 Experienced Automotive Detailer required immediately for Used, New and Customer Detailing. Excellent opportunity for right individual. Call Jimmy Feeney 905-420-9000 MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Work in production plant. Knowledge of pumps, motors, conveyors, blowers, hydraulics, pneumatics, steam and PLC's required. Please send resume & salary expectations to: Lennox Drum Limited 233 Fuller Road Ajax, ON L1S 2E1 INDEPENDENT CRAFTSMEN for the home repair & renovation market. Flex. hours, immediate pay by the job. Estimating exp. req'd. Min. 10yrs exp. Need tools, vehicle No criminal record. Call 905-686-7236 SERVICE TECHNICIAN Experienced field technician required to repair Horizontal Balers and Conveyors.Ideal candidate will have strong background in hydraulics, electrical and programmable controls. Good driving record.Travel required. Fax 905-420-0319 or email resume to: sales@machinexrt.ca INSURANCE RESTORATION company, located in Durham Region is currently seeking a talented Estimator/Project Manager Applications will be held confidential. Fax resume to 905-430-7250 PA RT-TIME CLEANING STAFF The award winning team at The Womens Fitness Clubs of Cana- da is seeking qualified individuals to fill part-time cleaning positions for mornings and weekends for its new location in the Pickering Town Centre. Please forward your resume in confidence to: Womens Fitness, Attention: Nata- lie Gallifent, 1820 Bayview Ave- nue, To ronto, ON, M4G 4G7, Fax: 416-489-2340 or e-mail: careers@womensfitnesclubs.com PROMINENT COBOURG New Home Builder: Needs energetic Sales agent for exciting new 300+ home community. Should have some new home selling experi- ence. Must be computer literate. Please email 354933@myad- box.com or Visit www.myad- box.com/354933. SISTERS PACE FITNESS - 30 Minute Fitness for Women, is looking for experienced, highly motivated, fitness trainers. 905- 720-3606. Email resume: pace- fitness@rogers.com, or fax: 905- 620-1220. TELEMARKETING PROS full time, 4 days per week, $11.00 per hour, Whitby. Paid training. Call (905) 666-4905. The Pickering Curves need EXTREMELY OUTGOING part-time Circuit Coaches and an Assistant Manager Apply if you want to help women stay healthy and have an interest in sales. We train and certify. Ideal for someone returning to the workforce. Email resumes: curvesresumes@ pathcom.com Tel/Fax: 905-421-9550 or 905-509-5578 URGENT - HOUSE CLEANERS needed for fast-growing maid ser- vice. Permanent position. Room for advancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905- 723-6242 WANTED:Live-in companion for warm, positive physically disabled woman in Port Perry. Req’d: Full-Time, live in, driver’s license. Your role: companion, cooking dinner & light cleaning. Long- term commit. References re- quired.905-426-5900 AVEDA CONCEPT SALON & Spa seeking full-time Aesthetician and Hairstylists. Professional atti- tude a must. Apply in person with resume & references to: 100 Westney Rd South, Ajax Go Sta- tion Plaza. ESTHETICIANS & STUDENTS. Experience Spa quality Skin, Body Care & Cosmetics. Low affordable start up kits. Offering workshops to triple sales. Reserve your seat. 905.433.7706. EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST required for upscale Ajax Salon. Full and part time positions available. Please call (905)427- 3811. HAIRSTLYIST FULL-TIME, must be dependable. Excellent wages, Guaranteed career opportunity. Tues.-Fri. 9-6, Sat. 8:30-5, no evenings.905-725-8710. HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full or part time, some clientele, great hours, great pay, great atmos- phere. Call Shirley 905-576-5591 or 905-240-3004. MOXIE SALON requires Stylists with experience and personality. Clientele preferred. Call Eryn (905)665-4592 AUTOBODY person needed for Hourly Shop in Oshawa. Must have experience. Call (905)576- 5023 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri. BOWMANVILLE Sheet Metal Company is looking for an experi- enced sheet metal mechanic, and/or welder (Mig/Tig). Experi- ence IS required. NO duct work. If interested, please call 905-623- 3435 for an appointment. Ask for John CAD DRAFTSPERSON.Full- time positions available to pro- duce Mech.-Elec.-Arch.-Struct. drawings. 5-yrs experience. Jun- ior and Senior positions available. Must have Autocad experience in Construction Industry. Fax re- sume to: 905-250-1008. FURNACE & SHEET METAL Installer. Experience a must. To start immediately. Call 905- 985-5650 or email: ralph2761@hotmail.com HIRING SHINGLERS & labourers for roofing crew in the Durham Region. Experience a must. Own vehicle an asset. Call Xtreme Contracting Ltd.(905)666-1550 LICENSED CARPENTERS with experience for Construction Company. Must have own vehicle. Please call Chris at (905)427-4420 LICENSED TRUCK MECHANIC, licensed trailer mechanic & mo- bile mechanic needed. Competi- tive wages. Apply in person to: Quality Truck Repair, 840 Colonel Sam Dr., Oshawa or fax 905-721- 0459. ONTARIO DUCT CLEANING, looking for full time technician. Good driving record with own transportation. Professional and mechanically inclined. Fax 905- 655-9069 or email grecon.systems@sympatico.ca ROOFING AND INSULATION company needs driver for work truck. Must have own transporta- tion to our shop. Clean driving record, and roofing experience a bonus. Cube van experience nec- essary. Full time year round work. Excellent pay. Also looking for ex- perienced shinglers and laborers. (416)717-5828 ROOFING CREWS, with own van and tool for re-roof work in the Durham Region. Call (905) 725- 1093 WELDER FITTER REQUIRED, 1 year experience in Mig welding, full-time year-round. Wage nego- tiable. Benefits after 3 months. North Pickering area. Respond by fax 905-683-8213. EXPERIENCED & ORGANIZED ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT required for a Whitby company. Computer literate, proficient in Mi- crosoft applications, excellent. typing & phone skills. Experience in the transportation industry an asset. Must have access to a car. Fax resume and salary expecta- tions to: 905-668-4484 OFFICE ASSISTANT FOR Mark- ham office. 32 hours/week. Able to handle organization of upcom- ing jobs/service calls, along with pricing, inventory control, data entry. Must have a good knowl- edge of Microsoft Excel, Quick Book and a quick learner with various other software programs. Fax resume to Cathy at 905-201- 0625. PA RT TIME OFFICE Assistant with good phone manner. Sales and computer experience an as- set. Flexible hours, own transpor- tation.Fax 905-655-9069 or email grecon.systems@sympatico.ca PA RT-TIME OFFICE.Pickering Manufacturing Company re- quires mature person: self start, clerical, light bookkeeping and in- terpersonal skills. 3 days per week, plus one full week at month end. Training provided, must have car. Fax: 905-837-5112 REAL ESTATE OFFICES in Whitby and Oshawa hiring Eve- ning/Weekend Receptionist. Strong telephone, computer and customer service skills required. Fax resume to (905) 430-3842 or e-mail frankwhitby@royallepage.ca SALES REP wanted for concrete ceiling products. Sales experi- ence an asset. Commission only. (905) 665-3042. A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 01, 2006 www.durhamregion.com Due to business growth, we are seeking dynamic individuals for the full-time position of ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVE for the Durham Region. Gold Book / 701.com, a Division of Torstar Corporation, is a Directory Business servicing local markets in Ontario, providing consumers with complete listings of businesses and services relevant to their local communities. The qualified candidate will be a motivated, independent, self-starter with previous retail, outside or inside sales experience. You will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and will be motivated to achieve results. In this role, you will be customer focused and will build strong relationships with new and existing clients by ensuring that their directory advertising needs are met. You will be goal-oriented and capable of meeting monthly targets. A reliable vehicle is required. If you would like to work for a leader in the media industry this opportunity may be the right one for you. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package including: • Healthcare and Dental Benefits • Pension Plan • Life Insurance • 3 Weeks Vacation to Start • Sales Incentives and Contests • 13 Weeks Paid Training • Career Development and Advancement Opportunities • Flexible Working Hours Advertising Sales Representative “I have worked very successfully as a regional and store manager in the retail industry for many years. I earned a good salary and enjoyed the network of people around me but time with family was limited because the job required me to work weekends and nights. Finding this position with the Goldbook has given me the freedom and flexibility to attend to my family priorities and still be successful even though I had no prior experience in directory sales or advertising. I have also found my earnings to date to be greater than my previous position. And the potential increase in salary in the coming year is very exciting.” If interested please forward your resume to: careers@701.com or Fax: (905) 632-0308 Jacqueline Vincent-Gilmore Media Consultant, Gold Book a division of Torstar We appreciate the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please. 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We are an innovative growing chiropractic clinic looking to attract a dedicated team to better serve our community. We work in a highly organized fast paced environment. Duties include taking responsibility for all organizational and clerical functions regarding patient care including assisting with clinical examinations and reports. Previous service industry and general office administration experience is desirable.Computer skills, the ability to multi-task, and learn new procedures quickly would be key assets. A professional telephone manner is a prerequisite. Some evening work and occasional weekend travel within Canada is required for training purposes. To register your application, please call 905-655-1466 On Wednesday October 4th, 2006 between 9am & 11am and 5pm & 7pm only The Village of Taunton Mills invites you to join our team. Immediate openings: ✓Horticultural Therapist 9 hours weekly ✓Volunteer Co-ordinator 9 hours weekly Experience in Long Term Care preferred Apply immediately to Kelly MacDonald The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St North Whitby, Ontario L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 Email kmacdonald@oakwoodretirement.com New alternative health care clinic in Whitby providing Low Intensity Laser Therapy, Massage Therapy and Reflexology, seeking a Registered Massage Therapist to pro- vide treatment in a clinical setting. Please call Aaron or Troy at 905-666-2467 or email: painfreeliving@bellnet.ca ONTARIO FAMILY GROUP HOMES INC. YO UTH WORKERS OFGH is looking to offer confident and dedicated individuals opportunities in our Residential Treatment Programs in the Durham area. Resumes are being accepted for Full-Time/ Part-Time and overnight shifts. Please Fax resumes to: 905-571-5879 Massey's Restaurant FULL-TIME SERVERS Full Availability Apply in person with resume 774 Liverpool Rd. S., Pickering VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER NEEDED Community Care Durham is seeking a community- minded volunteer resident of Ajax-Pickering to serve on the Board of Directors. Community Care Durham provides home support, mental health and respite services to more than 6,000 clients throughout the Region. Prospective board members should have an inter- est in community health care and organizational leadership. The Board functions under the Policy Governance model. Please submit a letter by October 9, 2006 stating your interest and experience to; Ms.Marsha Ely, Chair Recruitment and Development Committee Community Care Durham Oshawa Centre, 419 King St.W.Suite #605 Oshawa, ON L1J 2K5 Fax: 905-404-2241 E-mail; admin@communitycaredurham.on.ca BELLE FLORAL WHOLESALE is looking for a salesperson to work in our wholesale cut flower and plant company in Bowman- ville, Ontario. The responsibilities would include: maintaining exist- ing customer accounts, establish- ing new floral accounts, assisting in ordering flowers and plants re- quired from growers, packing the flower orders and overseeing in- coming cut floral products. Must be flexible and reliable with some background in sales / floral op- erations. Belle Floral offers a competitive salary. Please sub- mit resume by fax or email to sales@vanbelleflowers.com with a cover page outlining your qualifications. Belle Floral Whole- sale 1979 Highway 2 Bowman- ville, Ontario L1C 3K7 Phone: 1- 905-623-4441 Fax: 1-905-623- 8477 BUSY PICKERING DENTAL of- fice looking for a floater with den- tal experience to assist with clini- cal and admin. duties. Call Cindy at 905-839-5951. DENTAL RECEPTIONISTS/ ADMINISTRATORS required FT and PT in Whitby/Oshawa area. We are looking for friendly, motivated individuals who pay attention to quality and detail. Dental Reception Course or experience required. Also looking for FT PDA/Level II assistants. Send resumes to Dental Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON L1N 9G3 CERTIFIED Dental Assistant Required for busy Ajax Office. Full time position for maternity leave. Possible per- manent position. Fax resume to: 905-683-7771 DYNAMIC DOWNTOWN TO- RONTO dental practice searching for receptionist. Candidate must possess multi-tasking, customer service & interpersonal skills. Full-time position. No late even- ings/weekends. Employee bene- fits. Bonus compensation. Dental experience is an asset. E-mail to: dentalapply@yahoo.ca. FA MILY DENTAL OFFICE in Whitby is seeking a part time Dental Assistant. Experience is an asset. Some evenings and weekends required. To apply call: 1-800-MyAdBox #337627 or email 337627@myadbox.com or Visit www.myad- box.com/337627 FRIENDLY FAMILY PRACTICE in Whitby is seeking an experi- enced P/T Permanent Level II Dental Assistant for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. ABEL an asset. Please hand de- liver to Dr. L. Greenland, 420 Crawforth St., Whitby. FULL TIME Preventive Dental Assistant Level 2 for Orthodontic office. Experience preferred. Email resume to: ejpong@yahoo.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION- ISTS are in demand. Start your on-line career training today! At- home and on-site job placement assistance for all graduates. Act now! 1-800-466-1535 or www.canscribe.com PART TIME DENTAL Assistant needed, for Pickering office. Evenings and Saturdays. Please call (905)420-6226 PDA DENTAL ASSISTANT needed. Experience necessary. and Dental Office Manager/Mar- keting Coordinator also needed; ABLE, flexible hours, team player. Fax: 416-780-1637 or yourbigsmile@hotmail.com. PDA LEVEL II,part-time position, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am-5:30pm. July & August off. Christmas & March Break off. Please fax resume to Mary 905- 434-8520 PHARMACIST,Ontario license. Improve your quality of life, prac- tice in a community pharmacy. One hour east of Toronto in a scenic lakefront community. At- tractive numeration, excellent benefits with a large independent. Call collect (905)372-7171 POSITION AVAILABLE in busy Ajax Optometrist's office. Experi- ence in the optical field not nec- essary but would be preferred. One evening until 7:30 p.m. is re- quired weekly and one Saturday morning is required monthly. Du- ties will include front desk recep- tion, OHIP billings and working in the dispensary. Must have com- puter experience. Please reply to 27861@myadbox.com or Visit www.myadbox.com/27861 RMT REQUIRED for newly established chiropractic clinic in Newcastle. Excellent opportunity for cross-referrals. Rent includes receptionist and utilities. Please contact 905-987-9880 for further details. JOE'S SPORTS BAR & BILLIARDS HIRING WAITSTAFF Min.2 years exp.Smart Serve.Full or part-time. Must have a friendly attitude.Apply in person with resume after 11a.m. 2200 Brock Rd., N. of Hwy #2. 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You can become a VIP Buyer and Beat Other Buyers to Hot New Listings www.Durham VIPbuyers.ca OWN A HOME FOR ZERO DOWN Free list of homes available (oac) www. zerodown durham.ca PUBLIC NOTICE List of Durham Region distress sales and bank foreclosures are now available to the public for free. www.DurhamBank Foreclosures.com *Dan Plowman, salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd, Brokerage OPEN HOUSE BY owners.0% commission. Sunday, October 1 from 2p-4p. 5089 Old Brock Road, Claremont, Ontario. SHEFFIELD LAKE,2 hours, 1.5 acre lot, 160ft, Western exposure, Pines and Rock. Solitude, build in a huge area of Designated Provincial Wilder- ness. $89,900. (613)541-9629. COTTAGE WANTED TO BUY Balsam Lake, Haliburton area, water frontage, year round road. Private parties only, no agents. Call (905) 725-9731 PORT McNICOLL,0.47 acre ? Haliburton, 84 acres. Norwood 41 acres. 69k each. Bancroft 1435' lake frontage.(905)668-2466 2000 SQ. FT.building for rent, Courtice area. Available Novem- ber lst. $1,000 per mo. plus utilities.Call (905) 623-4741 AU TO WORKSHOP 5300-sq ft.of prime space for lease on Lawrence Ave.E. near Warden.Ideal for Service, Detailing, Body Shop, Auto Glass, Auto Parts. To ny 647-296-6735 CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-car shop and office available Oct 1 (inclu- sive). Industrial Property for sale. Good owner-occupied invest- ment.Must sell.(905)259-2552 INDUSTRIAL BAY,near Oshawa Centre, high-roll-up doors, heat- ing, air compressor, utilities in- cluded, parking, auto repair, ma- chining, parking. Month-to- month considered. Outside metal storage container avail. (905)576- 2982, (905)626-6619. APPROX. 380 SQ.FT.self-con- tained office, with washroom. Brock Rd. S. area. $450 monthly plus GST. includes heat & hydro. Avail.Nov.1st.(905) 427-7400. APPROXIMATELY 2,000 sq. ft. of warehouse plus office, current- ly set up as 3 offices. Recently renovated. Great location, Con- sumers Dr, Whitby. Available im- mediately. Call Vicki.(416) 419- 5746. 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OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St.) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM ASK ABOUT OUR SENIOR’S MOVE-IN INCENTIVES Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. 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(905) 999-8700 www.caprent.com BOWMANVILLE For Lease - Var iety Store, (the business is for sale). For details call Ken Vick- ery, Mincom Durham (905)404- 8200, or toll free 1-888-469-8200 CAREER STRESSED?Learn how to operate a mini office outlet www.miniofficeoutlets.com/stacey ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING AND service business in Ajax. Please call 905-427-3092 and kindly leave a message. OPPORTUNITY TO EARN Executive level income. Average people using a simple system. Learn how. 1-800-881-1542 TURF Logic Franchise Opportu- nity. 100% Pesticide-Free Lawn Care. High-Tech, Low Invest- ment. Protected Territory, Out- door Lifestyle, Full Support. P: 866.239.4056.www.turflogic.ca WOMENS FITNESS franchise, Established Turn Key opportunity, Top location in Whitby. Ideal for Women with fitness and business background. $69K. Call 1-877- 428-1473. A FRANCHISE for sale. Beauty Supply Outlet. 3 years ranked top 100 fastest growing companies in Canada. Open to the Public. Full training.Call 1-877-899-5029. $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 From 5.1% for 5 years. lst. & 2nd Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Best Available Rates Private Mortgage Funds Arrears P.O.S Refinancing Debt Consolidation a Specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Call 905-666-4986 NEED A LOAN ? PROBLEM CREDIT ? •Refinance pay day loans •Secured credit cards •Bikes, boats, repairs www.nelsongroup.ca $100. OFF FIRST MONTH'S RENT. SIMCOE/ADELAIDE, Im- maculate, very large 1-bedroom basement. Bright, newly reno- vated $695/inclusive; pot lights throughout, laundry, parking, no smoking/pets. Near Durham Col- lege/University, walk to hospital. (416)568-3965. 1 BDRM. BSMNT. APT. - Pickering, very clean. Available now. Parking. No smoking/pets. Suitable for 1 person. $700/mo. First/last. Call 905-839-2782. 1 & 2 BEDROOM avail immedi- ately or . Oct. & Nov 1st.. 2 loca- tions, 946 Mason, and 350 Mala- ga Rd. $695 & $795 per month, all inclusive, no pets. Please call (905)242-4478. 1 - BDRM. 2 LEVEL BSMT. APT. Central Park & Adelaide. Separ- ate entrance. 1 Car Parking. Ac- cess to yard. Laundry, A/C, gas fireplace. Brand new kitchen & bathroom. Suitable for profes- sional, or quiet student. No large pets / smoking. $800. including utilities. References, first & last required. Available Nov. 1 (905)439-2337 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT, Finch/Whites in Pickering, pri- vate entrance. Furnished option- al. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. $950 all inclusive. 905-426-4465. 1 BEDROOM APT.- Bloor/Sim- coe area. $750/mo. inclusive. Fridge, stove provided. Avail. Nov. 1st. First/last required. 905- 723-9781. 1 BEDROOM bsmt apt.,fully fur- nished. Adelaide/Harmony. Pri- vate entrance. No smoking/pets. Suitable for working couple. $800/mo inclusive. Avail. Oct. 15. First/last, references. Call (905)576-9355 1 LARGE BEDROOM basement apartment. Private Entrance. Stevenson Rd N by Oshawa Cen- tre. $750, includes utilities, laun- dry, parking, cable. No pets. Avail Nov 1.(905) 576-6316 1-BEDROOM apt, modern base- ment, quiet court, Oshawa, sep- arate entrance, patio, inclusive, cable, parking, laundry. Near amenities/bus route. No smok- ing/pets. First/last, references. $750/month. (905)723-5494 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, Church/Rossland, Available immediately. Parking, 4 appliances, cable. No pets, no smoking. $695/inclusive, first/last, references.Call (905)428-8152 1-BEDROOM North Oshawa $735 all inclusive, no pets, available Oct 1st. ALSO 2-bdrm. apt, close to Oshawa Centre. $790/mo. all inclusive, available Oct 1st. No pets. 905-723-1647 or 905-720-9935. 2-BED.basement apartment, newly renovated. Many new up- grades, custom cabinet lighting, ceramics, etc. King St. E/Town- line area. $850/includes heat/hy- dro. References/first/last. 905- 579-8339. 2-BEDROOM OSHAWA Simcoe North on Russett Ave., newly decorated, well-maintained quiet 12-plex small building, laundry. Cable, heating & water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576- 2982. 2-BEDROOM,Taunton/Garrard Rd., Whitby. $1000/month, Available immediately. Ample parking. Call Andrea (905)439- 1461 or (905)728-0313. 2O MINUTES TO Markham,15 minutes to Stouffville, Pickering & GO. Quiet country hamlet. Large bright new 1-bdrm, new applianc- es & carpet, Pine floors, semi-fur- nished, private entrance, profes- sional(s) preferred. No pets. Available now.(905)649-3234. 3 + 1 BEDROOM in 2 storey home with legal basement apt. Taunton/Ritson area. Upper level $1250, basement $600. Available now.Call Taghi at 905-442-6761 3 - BDRM Side split, Main & Top Floor. Central Park & Adelaide. 2 - Parking, garage, large fenced yard. Shared laundry. C/A, Cen- tral Vac. Great family neighbour- hood with park and school near by.Suitable for quiet family or professional(s). No large pets / smoking. $1300. including utilities. References, first & last required. Available immediately. (905)439-2337 A MUST SEE!!Thickson/Taun- ton. Shared accommodation. Separate bath/livingroom, park- ing, cable. Centrally located. Non- smoker, no pets. Ideal for quiet UOIT student or working profes- sional. $500-$800/mo. Referenc- es req'd. avail. Nov. 15th. 905- 626-7505 A WHITBY Rossland/Anderson 2-bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, near bus, schools. $780 includes parking, utilities or $800 includes parking, utilities, laundry. Available Imme- diately. (905)430-6853, 416-669- 3691 FOR RENT 1 Bedroom- $880.00 2 Bedroom-$1080.00 3 Bedroom-$1180.00 Attn: Property Manager 33 Durnford Rd Scarborough 416-283-9216 ADELAIDE/THORNTON, bright 2-bedroom upper-level apt in house. Private drive, walkout deck, Excellent neighbourhood, extra clean, appliances, laundry, REDUCED $1175/inclusive. Available Oct 1st. No smok- ing/pets. (905)706-2200. AJAX - 1 OR 2 bedroom apart- ment in a clean 12 unit building, parking, laundry, eat in kitchen. (905) 686-0470. AJAX - LARGE 2 bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance, newly painted and carpet- ed. No smoking/pets. $1,000 plus. Available immediately. Tele- phone (905) 686-3891. Cell (416) 939-9750. AJAX - SALEM & 401.3 bdrm. main floor, spacious, corner lot. 4 appliances, 2 parking, hard- wood floors, walkout deck. $1500/mo. inclusive. Call 905- 426-7341 or 416-802-8703. AJAX - SALEM AND BAYLY. Lovely large one bedroom base- ment apartment, fully renovated, laundry and parking, $725+ utilities call after 4p.m. (905)903- 2335 (cell) or (905)509-2335. AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large 1 & 2-bdrms in clean, quiet building. Available Sept/Oct., $900 & $950/mo. Call (416)540-0747 AJAX HARWOOD/HWY 2 Brand new 2-bedroom basement. Stain- less steel fridge, stove, new full- size washer/dryer, paint is still wet! Available immediately. $950 inclusive w/cable+ internet. Tony, 416-574-6037. AJAX Salem/Hwy 2 legal, 2-bdrm basement apt, Spacious, sep en- trance, laundry. No smoking/pets. Avail. immediately. $950-inclu- sive.416-560-2598. AJAX,3-bedroom main floor, 4 appliances, lose to schools & shopping. $1100/mo + 1/2 utilities. Avail. October 1st. Call Richards days 416-601-7858, evenings & wknds 905-686-9662 AJAX,Available immediately, Salem/Bayly. Newly renovated, oversized, bright, 1 bedroom, legal basement apartment, large living/dining, full kitchen, laundry, parking. No smoking/pets $800/inclusive. 416-319-7235, 416-300-2238. AJAX, LARGE 2 BEDROOM basement, bright, newly renovat- ed, walkout, 4pc bath, laundry. Bayly/Harwood. $950/inclusive. Available November 15th. (905)294-0760 AJAX, NEW BASEMENT apart- ment. One large bedroom. Sep- arate entry, ceramic, 5 applianc- es. No smoking. $800 ,utilities included. Available immediately but will hold until December 1. Call 613-875-8073 or 613-240- 5976. AMAZING! HUGE,luxurious 1200-sq ft. 2-bdrm, deluxe apt in house for rent in Whitby. Includes all appliances & utilities, laundry, ample parking, cable, air, big yard, plus many extras! Avail. im- mediately.. No smoking, no pets. $1195/mo. First, last req'd. 905- 721-8444 leave msg. AVAILABLE, ONE BEDROOM waterfront basement apartment. Scugog Island, near Casino. First & last required. Non-smoker, no pets.$650 plus.905-985-5758. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,extra large, 2 level, 1 bedroom, PLUS office. Parking, laundry. Suitable for couples. No Dogs. Available Oct. 1st Discount for seniors. (905)725-1052. BOWMANVILLE,Unique 1-bed- room + office apt., 2-storey, pri- vate drive, yard, and entrance. No smoking/pets. $825 inclusive. Available Oct.1st. Call (905)623- 8800 CENTRAL OSHAWA, 1-BDRM $650;2-bdrm $800. Oct. 1st. 18- unit, adult lifestyle (55+) bldg, freshly painted, new carpet. Plus hydro. No pets. First/last. Call 905-242-8355 CLEAN 1 BDRM $720/mo, 2 bedroom $800/mo, newly deco- rated. Utilities included. Sim- coe/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. DOWNTOWN OSHAWA Quaint 2nd floor 1 bedroom apt., fridge, stove, gleaming hardwood. Available now. $600 + Andrew (905)579-5464. NEWLY RENOVATED basement apartment, available immediately. Bright, large one bedroom. Close to University/College walk to all amenities, parks and bus. $800/mo. including utilities, park- ing, laundry and cable. Suits re- sponsible non smoking single. Contact (905)432-9114 for more information. DURHAM RESIDENTIAL RENTALS Basement Apartments, Houses, Condos and Rooms For Rent. Looking for a new Home? We Can Help! NO FEE'S (905)999-RENT(7368) www.durhamresidential rentals.com EAST OSHAWA,unique 1 bed- room with walkout to deck, great view, parking, laundry, near all amenities, no smoking/pets, $725 plus hydro. Available Immediate- ly. Call (905)431-3829. KING/WILSON, OSHAWA Quiet building, near shopping, transpor- tation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bedroom apts., $920/month. Available October/November 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. LARGE 2 BEDROOM apartment. In Port Perry. $865/month. Utilities extra. (905)985-4808. LARGE BASEMENT studio apartment, sep. entrance, no smoking, no pets. Heat & hydro incl. Available Nov. 1 or Dec. 1. $600/mo. Please call 905-926- 1107. NEWLY RENOVATED.Whitby downtown large 2 bedroom apt.., above store. New appliances, laundry, skylights, 12ft. ceilings. No-pets. $995/inclusive. Available November 1, Phil (416)992- 3596. NORTH Oshawa - 3 bedroom, Nov.lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities.(905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,Oct.15, renovated 3-bedroom, main floor of house, $1100 plus utilities, Dec. 1 renovated 2-bedroom basement apt. $900 plus utilities. both with Sep. entrance. air, park- ing, laundry (416)695-4667. NORTH WHITBY-3 plus bdrm. apt., upper floor of house. 2 washrooms, share laundry, garage, woodstove, large fenced yard. Ample parking. Dogs and smokers welcome. $1100/mo.+ 1/2 heat and hydro. Avail. imme- diately.905-666-5239. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. Fr om $765/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - 1 or 2 bedroom in quiet 6 unit building, eat in kitch- en, laundry, parking from $675 per month.(905) 922-0252. OSHAWA - 1-BEDROOM Large separate driveway, separate en- trance, laundry, recently renovat- ed, large lot, near all amenities, large eat-in kitchen. Excellent area. Oct. 1st. $745/inclusive. (905)432-1533 OSHAWA - Avail immed. Fully furnished, newly renovated bachelor apt. Close to OC & bus routes. No smoking/pets. First/last. References. All Inclu- sive $650/mo.Call 905-571-7708 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 CENTRAL,spotless 2- bdrm, hardwood floors, small well maintained bldg., adult lifestyle, no pets. Laundry, 1-parking, $795+hydro. 416-816-8596 OSHAWA FURNISHED one bed- room basement apartment, pri- vate bath, separate entrance, on bus route. Close to all amenities, lst/last, references. Oct. lst. Please call (905) 245-0133 after Sept.29 (905) 448-9482. OSHAWA Large spacious apart- ment in duplex. 2 bedrooms, liv- ingroom, diningroom, kitchen, fridge/stove, laundry, parking & storage shed. Available now. $1000 all inclusive. Call 905-728- 1963 OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 2-bedroom, $770 plus hydro. First/last required, available Sept. 1st. Please con- tact Bill (905)404-9602. OSHAWA Olive/Central Park. one-bdrm basement apt. Sep en- trance, cable, appliances, park- ing. Laundry Available. $700/mo inclusive. Avail Oct. 1. Absolutely no smoking/pets. (905)725-8448 after 6:00-pm OSHAWA,2 bedroom apt., available Oct.1. $810.54 per month, plus hydro. Call (905)721- 0321. OSHAWA, BACHELOR apart- ment, close to 401, parking, full kitchen and bathroom, available October.lst.(647) 291-9484 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. Oct/Nov. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious apts lowrise building. 2- bdrm starting from $780/mo+hy- dro. Avail. immediately. Appli- ances, laundry facilities and park- ing included. Call 905-240-2632 OSHAWA,Central Park/King 2- bedroom upper half of duplex house. Newly renovated. 1-park- ing, bus at door. $780/mo+ utilities, first/last required. Available immediately. No smok- ing/pets. Call 905-430-0249 OSHAWA, HARMONY/OLIVE large 2-bedroom basement, $800. Private entrance, eat-in kitchen, A/C, fireplace, livingroom, 2 park- ing, laundry. No smoking/pets. Avail. immediately. (905)837-9828, (416)418-3188. OSHAWA,LARGE 2-BDRM in triplex. Wilson/Adelaide. Avail. Nov. 1st. First/last. No pets. $800 + hydro.Call John (905)576-4229 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 Oct/Nov. 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, Rossland/Simcoe clean 2 bedroom apt, quiet build- ing, laundry, near bus stop, $825/mo. inclusive, Avail. Octo- ber 1st. (905)665-1538. OSHAWA, UNDER NEW Man- agement. 1, 2, 3 bdrms & Pent- house avail. in adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, se- curity. Near bus, shopping. Avail. Oct/Nov. Call 905-723-1009 or 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING - bright, walkout, 1 bedroom apartment. 4 applianc- es, sep. entrance, laundry fac., 1-parking, available immediately. $650+. No smoking/pets. (905)683-9629 PICKERING - BROCK/401.3 bdrm, 2-baths, 5-appliances, close to all amenities, quiet neighbour- hood. Avail Nov. 1st. $1175+. 416- 548-4067 PICKERING – GO STATION. 2-bdrm bsmt $825+/3-bdrm bsmt $875+/3-bdrm main floor $1175. Fenced-in yards. Separate en- trances and laundries. All excel- lent condition. (416)238-2100 Leave message PICKERING - Parkdale/Rose- field, subleters/seniors welcome. New, clean 2-bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. entrance, spacious, near transportation & shopping. Avail. immediately. First/last/references. No smoking/pets.905-837-9607. PICKERING 1-bdrm basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Close to bus. Avail. immediately. Non-smoking. $600+ utilities. No pets. 905-839- 8388. PICKERING 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. $900/mo. Sep- arate entrance. Updated kitchen. Utilities included. parking, laun- dry. Minutes to Frenchman's Bay. Available immediately. No pets. 905-837-0365. PICKERING CENTRAL,gor- geous 3-bedroom apt. main floor house, modern renovated, close to everything, plus/or 3-bedroom main floor & basement apt., sep- arate entrance, available immedi- ately.(905)831-6284 PICKERING GROUND FLOOR apartment. 1-bedroom. Facing Al- tona Road. Next to Petticoat Creek. Quiet. Large windows. Liv- ing/dining room. Washer/dryer. Par king. $850 inclusive. Suit couple and/or female preferred. 416-899-7376. PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apt., separate side en- trance, includes washer, dryer. No pets, non-smoker. $800 all in- clusiv.Call (905)831-8787 PICKERING,2-bdrm bsmt apt, avail Oct. 1st, very spacious, great neighbourhood, no smok- ing/pets, a/c, separate entrance, parking, share laundry. Major Oaks/Alpine. First/last. Call (905)426-2400 PICKERING, LEGAL one bed- room basement apartment, utilities included. Separate en- trance, close to amenities, non smoking/pets. Immediately. lst/last required. References, Call (416)557-8516 PICKERING,Liverpool/Hwy. 2, bachelor basement in townhouse. Share entrance. Parking, laundry, cable, partially furnished/unfur- nished. No smoking/pets, male preferred. Available Oct. lst. $550/inclusive.905-420-2654. PICKERING, RENOVATED 2- bedroom basement apt. Separ- ate entrance, cable and internet. Close to amenities. $800/mth+ utilities. No smoking/pets. Call 905-275-7483. WHITBY,large 1 bedroom base- ment apartment, clean, laundry, parking, near downtown. $950 all inclusive. (905)410-4004 PICKERING-WHITES/401.Beau- tiful bachelor basement apt. with fireplace. A/C, sep. entrance, laundry, cable, utilities included. $725 first/last. Avail. now. Call 416-258-2757. RAGLAN,large 1300-sq.ft. bright walkout one-bedroom + den basement apt. gas fireplace sat- ellite TV everything included No smoking/pets. $850/mo first/last Nov 1.Call Dave (905)655-3624 SPACIOUS, BRIGHT 2-BDRM bsmt apt, includes everything but telephone. Westshore/Bayly. Cable/utilities included. Separate entrance, laundry, patio, parking, close to bus stop.416-505-7389 Still Renting? Why? Owning is cheaper! First time buyers only. Free list of homes available with no money down! From $900/mth.(oac) with pictures 1-888-599-0098 use ID# 8899 or stoprenting durham.com Dan Plowman, sales person, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage TIRED OF RENTING?Good pay, yet bad credit? You can start ow- ing your own home wit h easy terms . 1-800-366-1487, ext. 21. Lv.Msg. VERY QUIET,beautifully fur- nished. Clean 1-bedroom base- ment apt., near downtown Oshawa. Parking, suits 1 person. No smoking, no pets. $650 all in- clusive. For appointment leave phone # at 905-433-3939. WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities includ- ed. Aval. now. First/last/no pets. Bachelor $700; 1-bed. $800; 2- bed. $925; 3-bdrm $1025. 905- 767-2565. WHITBY Thickson/Rossland. Nicely decorated, smoke free one-bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance available Oct 1st. Rent $850 ref- erences 1st/last required. In- cludes heat, CA, laundry, cable TV, parking and use of pool. Suite single or couple, no pets. Call Cindy, 905-723-8111 WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1 bed- room apt. $775/mo. inclusive, hardwood floors, first/last, refer- ences. Avail October. 1 call (905)430-8327 WHITBY-Dundas/Garden legal two bedroom basement apt., pri- vate entrance, completely reno- vated, no smoking, avail now, $950 inclusive, Condolyn Mgt. 905-428-9766. AJAX,Luxury 2-bedroom pent- house suite. Large balcony with fantastic NE views of envi- rons/lake. 5 appliances, window coverings, laundry, storage, O/S garage. No pets/smoking. Suits retired/prof. couple. $1395/mo. inclusive. 905-426-9837. Freshly painted. BOWMANVILLE,Condo-Apt., Seniors discount! Gorgeous 2- bdrm ground floor condo, no stairs! 2yrs old, freshly painted (neutral decor), private patio, 5 appliances, $1150+ utilities. Oct 5th. (905)442-6415 ONE AND TWO BEDROOM con- dos, downtown Oshawa, across from Go Bus station. Very bright, never lived in, hardwood floors, ensuite laundry, parking included, from $850. Immediately. (905)426-3851. OSHAWA,McLaughlin Square. 2-bdrm condo apt, all amenities included (pool, exercise room, satellite TV) large 30-ft balcony w/storage bin. Avail immediately. $1150/mo-inclusive. First/last. (905)436-3722 -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 YEAR-OLD, 3 bedroom town- house, close to all amenities, quiet area, Rossland/Brock, 5 ap- pliances, ceramic/carpet floors and a/c. Garage and basement included. $1330+utilities. Con- tact Ghee 905-622-3333. 3 BEDROOM apartment in house, 123 Elgin St. E. Oshawa. 2 washrooms, $l,l50 inclusive, available November lst. (905)723- 1389. 3+1 BEDROOM HOUSE available immediately. New car- pet and paint. $1200/mo.+ utilities. First/last Oshawa loca- tion.Call 905-259-6760. A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. Up to $15,000 cash back to you! Require $35,000 + up family income and reasonable credit. No down 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 A RARE OPPORTUNITY, PORT HOPE, Restored, pristine 4 bedroom + loft Century Home, Verandah, 3 FP, Gardens, pool, beach, trails, amenities, theatre, 25min East of Oshawa. $2500. VIEW www3.sympatico.ca/b.boulanger. 1-905-885-6743 AJAX, 3 BEDROOM townhouse, yard and parking. Near park, school and shopping. One month free. $825+ utilities. ALSO 3- bdrm detached bungalow $1050+.(905)683-6203 AJAX, by-the-Lake,large 3- bdrm detached bungalow, great yard, new kitchen, 5 new appli- ances, central a/c. $1150/mo+ utilities. No smokers. (416)704- 4570 AJAX, GREAT LOCATION,3- bdrm detached bungalow, rent whole house. $1275+utilities. Ap- pliances incl, hardwood through- out. Salem/Bayly. Avail. immedi- ately.(416)738-1499 AVAILABLE OCTOBER Newly decorated 3-bedroom house Bright, spacious, private parking. Near Liverpool/Bayly. Close to 401/GO. $1050 plus utilities. 905- 420-7292. BEAUTIFUL, STUNNING 3 bed- room house for rent, North Oshawa, hardwood floors, central air, new appliances, walkout to deck overlooking large backyard onto park, $1,300 plus utilities. Available October 15th/sooner. Call (905)576-0294 CENTRAL BOWMANVILE, small 3 bedroom house. Stove/fridge, garage, yard, non smoking. $1200/month, plus utilities. First/last. Available November 1st. (905)623-5278 GARDEN / MANNING AREA, bright 3 bedroom, large yard, quiet court, close to schools, $1,370 plus utilities, no smok- ers/pet. References, Available im- mediately.Call (905) 430-0769. HOUSE FOR RENT -3 bdrms., master has ensuite/balconey. Four 3-pc. baths, one 2-pc. bath, single garage, A/C, gas, 5 appli- cances, finished rec room. $1100/mo.+utilities. Non-smoker/ no pets.905-983-6222. NEW SINGLE HOME,3 bed- rooms, 3 baths, a/c, 5 appliances, finished basement, fenced yard, central area, Kingston/Harwood. $1,500 per mo. Available Oct. lst (416) 399-9114, 647-866-0936 Nisim NORTH AJAX - 3 bedroom house, shows very well, freshly painted, 2 1/2 baths, fireplace, central air, 3 car parking. $l,400 plus utilities. No smok- ing/pets.(905)686-2335. NORTH OSHAWA, brand new 3 bedroom tribute home for rent, available November 1st, No smoking/pets. $1300 plus utilities. (905)427-2805 PICKERING VILLAGE- immacu- late 3 bedroom +1, 4 bathrooms, finished basement, main floor family room with fireplace. Hard- wood, ceramic floors, a/c, 5 appli- ances, walk-out deck. Available immediately. $1700/mo. plus utilities. No pets/smoking. Refer- ences, credit check. 905-837- 2189. PICKERING, Brock & Finch, 4-bdrm house, main floor & upper. New wood floors, freshly painted. Close to 401 & bus- stop/schools/towncentre. No smoking/pets. $1350+60% utilities.Call Lou 416-786-2893. PICKERING, BROCK/HWY #2, 4 bedroom, laundry. Negotiable: $1500 plus 65% utilities. Near 401 and shopping. Available Oc- tober 1st. Also: 3 bedroom base- ment apartment. Negotiable: $850 plus 35% utilities. (905)426-7537 or (905)922-1820. WHITBY/OSHAWA, 4-bedrooms, upper floors, 2-1/2 baths, close to all amenities. $1250+. November 1st. Also 1300sq.ft. 2-bedroom basement apt., own entrance, $950, Dec 1st. Call (905)665- 7823 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, Pickering, Brock/Hwy #2. Close to all amenities, a/c, 1 car garage, Two 3-piece bathrooms. $1400/mo inclusive. Avail. imme- diately.Mike 416-543-7280. 3-BEDROOM townhouse/garage in prime location Whitby. Close to schools/GO/401. Rent $1295 (includes water/5-appliances) plus utilities. No pet/smoking. Availability - Nov. lst. (905)668- 2204 (905)706-5603 A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 01, 2006 www.durhamregion.com INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5 Will be received until 5 p.m.Wednesday October 4, 2006. Contract commencing November 1, 2006 (or before if required). Work consists of inserting, counting, bundling, bagging and dropping off papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop locations in the Ajax/Pickering area and providing warehousing for pick up of product by adult carriers. Delivery to be completed within 3 hrs.after receiving final product. Information packages available at 130 Commercial Ave. Ask for Ajax area - Bid #1 Lowest or any bids will not be accepted, only those successful companies will be contacted. NorthSheds Rustic Pine Garden Sheds 8'x8' for $1,675. 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'. 905-473-5895,1-866-473-5895 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 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 SuperStar The Voice of Tomorrow If you can sing Sign up now to win the Grand Prize: Recording Package & many other prizes www.durhamsuperstar.com email info and bio to dleblanc@durhamregion.com AJAX, CLOSE TO LAKE,spa- cious 3-bedroom townhouse. 1-1/2 baths. Finished rec room. Fireplace. Central air/vac. Hard- wood floors. Deck. Close to schools. Available immediately. $1250/month+utilities. First/last. 905-903-2239 or 905-239-2239. BRAND NEW 3 +1 bedroom townhouse in new neighbourhood in Oshawa. 5 appliances, central air. Near 401, schools and transit. No smoking/pets. $1275+ utilities. Available Nov.1st.905-576-5253 IMMACULATE TOWNHOUSE, Ritson & Conlin, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, finished base- ment, 6 appliances, avail. Nov, 1 no smoking/pets, $1,050 plus utilities,(905)725-0118 OSHAWA SOUTH 3-bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956. OSHAWA, 3-BDRM End Unit avail. November 1st. Newly paint- ed/carpeted with partially finished basement, 4-appliances. Taun- ton/Ritson. $1100/mo+ hydro. No smoking/pets. Available 6 or 12 month lease. Credit checks, refer- ences. (905)434-3770 or www.rhiliammanagement.ca AJAX - HARWOOD & HWY 2. furnished room in quiet home. Laundry, cable, phone, parking included. Working male preferred. No smoking/pets. $400 First/last. Avail. immediately. 416-893- 0140 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Furnished room in Pickering, cable, light kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO, $200/bi-weekly. 905- 420-4318 BROCK RD/FINCH,1 furnished room, clean quiet home. TV, DV D, internet, parking included. Share bathroom and kitchen. Must love animals, available im- mediately. First/last. No smoking. $400/mo.(905)426-8525 PICKERING - WHITES RD./401. Room for rent, $450/month. No pets or smoking. First/last & refer- ences required.416-917-4949. ROOM AND APARTMENT for rent. Furnished or unfurnished. Rent starts at $350 and up. No pets/smoking. Close amenities. Call between 10a-6p. 905-831- 7909, 647-838-0614 (after 6p) WHITBY,room avail. in quiet home. $500/mo inclusive, (wkly avail.) Includes internet, 1-park- ing, share use of kitchen, no smoking/pets, first/last/referenc- es. (905)430-8189, (905)259- 8959. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa.Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet, parking included. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo inclusive, Viewing (905)433-4088. NORTH OSHAWA - Sim- coe/Taunton. Room in clean quiet home. Share facilities, laundry, $450 per mo. lst/last, references, available immediately. Call (905) 579-3647. WHITBY,Bradley/Anderson. Own bedroom and bath, parking, laundry, satellite TV. 1st/last. $495/month. Available Oct. 1st. (905)430-8585 CASTLETON HILLS RV PARK - Are looking for a seasonal site or overnight camping? Come and visit our park, a gem in the hills of Castleton. Trailers for sale, close to ATV trails. www.castletonhills.com 1-866- 241-2224. FULL FIGURED WOMAN look- ing for male, non-smoker, 45-50 years.knowing@rogers.com GENTLEMAN looking for lady, early 50's. Likes to dance, dining & quiet times.Call (905)243-0266 LADY IN HER Golden Years seeking Gentleman companion, to enjoy life together. Likes din- ing, dancing, traveling, music. Call 1-800-MyAdBox #654995 SINCERE SINGLES Matchmaker since 1992. Chosen with care by those who care! Toll free 1-866- 719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca NANNY, LIVE-OUT wanted for 2 toddlers. Pickering area. Mini- mum 2 years experience. Refer- ences required. Call (905)839- 3146 NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER,expe- rienced, live out for 2 children, ages 6 & 9, 5 days per week be- fore school. References re- quired.Ajax, Jill (905) 686-1050. Rita's Handy Woman Services Your very own personal assistant ● Run errands ● Light housekeeping ● Start dinner ● Child care ● Extra pair of hands 905-409-9946 7 days 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 FORMER BRITISH NANNY available to look after children in my home in the Nottingham community. References available on request. Please call Sheila at 905-683-0875. MATH TUTOR needed for home visits Altona/Sheppard for 2 high school students Grades 10 & 12 Calculus. Prefer university stu- dent.(905)509-7733 +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. 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 A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. Sales, Installa- tions, Repairs, ViewSat-2000 Platimum, all models in-stock. Service and Sales. (905)999- 0362 AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail.Call Sam (905)686-1772 AEROSMITH/MOTLEY CRUE tickets for Monday's concert. Face value $162.50. Call (905)377-8808 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. TRUCK- LOAD EVENT! New Stainless Steel fridges only $499/up. New stoves $349/up. New dishwash- ers $199/up. New dryers only $249. New washers $299. Large selection of reconditioned & new scratch & dent appliances. Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS Wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Pest screens and caps installed. Best rates in Durham, Experi- enced* Reliable* Insured. No Mess Guaranteed. Call (905)686- 7741 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250.Call 905-213-4669. ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, do-it-yourself bolt-together foundation. 20'x30' $5500, 25'x40' $8700, 30'x40' $10,500, 32'x50' $14,000. 40'x60' $20,000, many others 1-800-504-7749. www.pioneerbuildings.ca BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 647-271- 5483.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construc- tion, never opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900.647-271-5483 BERBER CARPET SALE by Atex Flooring, regularly $1.77 per sq. ft. On sale now for $1.11 per sq ft. For FREE shop at home, contact Mike Hasson, (905)426- 2882 www.atexflooring.ca BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: P4/1.8GHZ w/17" CRT Monitor $269.00, P4/2.4GHZ w/15" LCD Monitor $409.00, IBM Notebook P4/1.6GHZ $475.00, Repairs Reasonable Rates. Call: (905)576-9216 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 & VINYL sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 CEDAR TREES for sale, starting from $3.50 each. Planting available. Free Delivery. Call Bob 705-341-3881. COUCH & LOVESEAT $100; end tables $20; glass top coffee table $30.(905)420-4265 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 DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2900. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. ENTERTAINMENT UNIT (forest green) $150, matching corner shelving unit (forest green) $75. 3 seater sofa $150, pine coffee table $30. Free-standing elec- tronic football game $20. All items like new. Ann (905)420-6596. FOR SALE:Hot Tub, Hydropool 638, blue sapphire colour, paint- ed cedar skirt, 18 jets, 3HP dual pump, ozonator, $1500 o.b.o. Call (905)666-2248 FRIGIDAIRE FRIDGE for sale. 2 years old, works. $200. Call 905-626-5418. GOALIE PADS 21" black $50; Goalie chest protector $40; Prism goalie pads 24" (2-tone blue/white), matching blocker, catcher-$500obo; Pentium 1 Computer w/CD Rom, Cannon Colour printer and stand $150obo.(905)666-5175 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca WHITE STRAPLESS WEDDING Gown with hand made wrap, Lace-up back, size 12, fits like an 8. Professionally cleaned. $800 firm. Leave message, (905)427- 2469. 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.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB/SPA 5HP,24 jets, ozo- nator ready, LED light, waterfall, deluxe redwood cedar cabinet, warranty, 5-person, sacrifice $3500.Call 905-409-5285. HOT TUBS/SPA,2006 model, fully loaded, ozonator, cost $8,900, sacrifice $4,300. 905- 213-4669 HOUSE CONTENTS, 5 piece pine bedroom suite, leather couch and chair, wooden bar, butcher block table, glass top din- ing set, Tri-star vacuum, office equipment, patio furniture etc. 905-509-7883. HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS, portable dishwasher, exercise equipment, furniture, home thea- tre etc. Call between 9-12 noon (905)683-4953 IMAC COMPUTER & PRINTER - Barely used imac (Mac OS X 10.1.5) computer with 128MB and a Power PC G3. Colour printer Lexmark Z25. Basic programs, no upgrades. $400 o.b.o. Call 905-985-9167. INKJET SOLUTION (HP, Epson, Canon). Save up to 90% over cartridges. From $30-$40. www.webart-solution.com JESUS SAYS,MATT 7:16: "Ye shall know them by their fruits." DOES YOUR MINISTER WEAR GLASSES? Call Jim Campbell: (705)799-1329. LARGE BEAUTIFUL LIGHTED wall unit, medium oak. Buffet with old records & record player. An- tique Morris chair, dusty rose blinds 120x96. Various sized Sheers, rods & other odds & ends.(905)723-4441. MEN'S WEAR CLEARANCE:All First Quality - All brand new. Take a look at these savings. Nautica suits reg. $629 - Now $299; Shipley reg. $550, now $299; Ralph Lauren reg. $599, now $299. or 2 for $500. Wool blend suits reg. $279, now $179; Dockers Pro Style Dress Pants reg. $82., now 2 for $80; PLUS PLUS PLUS!! For over 12 years, Rugged Replays (Steve's Clothiers) has been offering you only the best in new and next to new menswear at up to 70% Be- low Retail. From jeans to tuxedos we've got it all, Children's formal wear from 12 months and tuxedo rentals also available. Shop smart, shop RUGGED RE- PLAYS. Call 905-404-2063 or: ruggedreplays.com Burns St. Plaza, Whitby (Beside Bliss Bridal). OSHAWA GENERALS seasons tickets for sale for 4. $l,200. 1- 866-311-2411. 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. RENT TO OWN - New and re- conditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fa st delivery. No credit applica- tion refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. SATELLITE TV- NO MONTHLY BILLS: WE HAVE THE FIX FOR MOST FTAs! Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!.6 models on display from $199 and up. U-Neek Electronics, Oshawa. Visit our store today! (905)435-0202 (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com SIGNS Por table sign 8'x4' illumi- nated sign, $495; 4'x6' illuminated sign, $250; 4'x30' illuminated sign, $999 or B.O.(905)435-1091 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000- 6,000 people per weekend. Rent from $230/mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 be- tween Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call 905-436-1024 or visit us: www.courticefleamarket.com VIDEO EDITING SERVICE.We convert from Hi8, SVHS, VHS, MiniDV, VCD, DVD, BlueRay*, HE DVD* formats. Starting from $30.Call Sam (416)829-9635 WOOD STOVE 'Heritage" w/fan, one season used, like new $850; pool table 1" slate 4x8, accesso- ries pkg incl. $1,250; boat motor Mariner 8-hp, excellent cond. $1,300; lazy chair $125. Or Best Offer.(905)433-4273 CASH FOR refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, plasma, LCD, or DLP TV's, livingroom, dining- room, bedroom, children's or adults, solid wood kitchen furni- ture.Will pick up.905-260-5988. A KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent, very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measure- ment. Free delivery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753-2246. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell (905)424- 9411 MILLS LANDSCAPING & FIRE- WOOD 12" or 16" face cords or bush cords. Picked up or deliv- ered. Call (905)432-0259 or (905)986-1977 BULLDOG PUPPIES,purebred, Canadian Kennel Club registered. micro-chipped, first shots, vet checked, health guaranteed. Ready to place, adorable, well socialized with kids. (905)436- 7209 GOLDEN RETRIEVER Puppies, 2nd generation championship line. Home raised, CKC regis- tered. Hip/eyes/elbow/heart/and thyroid clearances. Males & fe- males. Beautiful puppies, ready for their new home. Loves Cove/Port Perry (905)985-2358. LAB PUPS,chocolate, CKC reg- istered, vet checked, tattooed, dewormed, both parents on site, family raised, ready now. $600. Call anytime (905)344-7093. www.ardbraekennels.com LAB PUPS,friendly intelligent good looking companions. CKC registered, micro chipped and health guaranteed. Both parents on site,ready for their new homes October 1. (705)277-2987. LABRADOODLES,beautiful chocolate F1B babies, very low to no shed coats, M/F, 1st shots, guar., ready Oct 14th, 705-437- 2790, www.doodletreasures.com STANDARD POODLE PUPPIES for sale. Vet checked, needled, M/F, ready to go now. $600. 705- 357-1515 or 905-435-6434 YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. 1993 CHEVROLET CAVALIER 2 dr. 4 cyl. Automatic pdl, 167,000-kms. Runs and drives well. Asking $1495-obo. (905)435-1091 1994 BUICK REGAL, fully pow- ered, nearly new tires, brakes, new battery, new motor mounts, safety and certified. Clean air cer- tified. Can be seen 689 Grand- view Dr. S. Oshawa. (905)571- 6209.$2,250. 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM, good condition, new tires plus snow tires, new muffler. E-tested. $2000 as is. Call (905)683-9249 or (905)924-4521. 1997 SUNFIRE GT, new tires, exhaust and stereo, $5,000 spent on parts recently. Needs motor. $l,000 or best offer. Telephone (905) 725-5299.Ask for Gary. 1997 TOYOTA TERCEL Auto- matic, 4-dr, Green on Beige, 171,000kms, AM-FM Stereo, CD, A/C remote-starter. Snow tires included. Excellent Condition. Certified/E-Tested. $4500-obo. Call Pamela: (905)432-6048. 2002 INFINITY I35, SALE PRICE $17,990. A Must See! Auto, every conceivable option possible. Me- ticulously maintained, Priced for an immediate sale. 68,000km. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866-304- 7326. 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM, $4999, 2000 Grand Prix, $4999. 1998 Plymouth Breeze, $3999. 1997 GMC Safari Van, $2699. 1991 Mazda 626, $2290. Others from $1699 up. Certified & E-test- ed. (Kelly and Sons since 1976). (905)683-7301 (905)424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2003 INFINITY QX4, $389/MTH. +TAX. Platinum Edition SUV, full service history. 84,000km, pam- pered from day 1. Factory war- ranty - 2008. Pmt. to own $4,000 trade. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866- 7326. 2003 LINCOLN AVIATOR- Fully loaded luxury SUV, includes heated/air conditioned seats, DV D, power memory seats with adjustable pedals. Lady driven 85K. Call (905)655-6663 2003 NISSAN SENTRA, $199/MTH. + TAX. Luxury Edi- tion, auto, black, immaculate con- dition. 65,000km. factory warran- ty. Must be seen. Pmt. to own - $2500 trade. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866-304-7326. 2004 HONDA ACCORD EX COUPE, like new. 2 door stop. Silver. Black leather interior. 32,000 km. Sale $26,500. Lease until May 15 2008. $575/month. 905-509-7883. 2004 MURANO - SALE PRICE $25,990. Nissan's AWD SUV. Full service history. Fully loaded with moonroof. Priced for an immedi- ate sale. Only at Ajax Nissan 1- 866-304-7326. 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA - SALE PRICE $25,900. Skyview roof leather. Top of the line vehicle! 59,000km. Factory warranty - 2008. Showroom condition. Priced for an immediate sale. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866-304- 7326. 2005 HONDA ACCORD - LEATHER/MOONROOF - only 14,000km, 2dr, auto, silver on black leather. Every conceivable option possible. Showroom condi- tion. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866- 304-7326. 2005 HONDA CIVIC $219/MTH + TA X. Only 31,000km. 4 dr. SE, auto, air, p.locks, factory warranty - 2010. Pristine condition. Pmt. to own - $3,000 trade. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866-304-7326. 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA-SALE PRICE $17,995. Auto, 69,000km, fully loaded with alloy wheels. Factory warranty - 2009, in- credible vehicle. 4 more to choose from! Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866-304-7326. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508. $$$$$ WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE.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. $ $ AA1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. $ $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 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). ABSOLUTELY THE BEST CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905-263-4142 or 905-914-4142. 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 1978 FOR P/U - Explorer Edition. 351, regular cab, full size bed, as is, best offer 905-723-9781. 1997 GMC SAFARI SLX van, am/fm/cassette, o/d transmission, ps, pb, pdl, pw, a/c, dual air bags, great body, selling as is (blown engine). $400 or best offer. 905- 665-7684. 1992 FULL SIZE DODGE RAM, 195,000kms, C/W cap, Automat- ic, A/C, Power Doors and win- dows, new tires. $5500. (905)576-2201 2004 GRAND CARAVAN, $269/MTH + TAX. Only 35,000km. Anniversary Edition. Quad seating, meticulously main- tained. Factory warranty until 2011. Pmt. to own - $3,000. trade. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866- 304-7326. 2004 PONTIAC MONTANA Ex- tended Van, Fully loaded. Mint condition. Extended warranty. 102,000 mostly highway miles. $15,000 or best offer. Call 905- 410-5254. 2004 SANTA FE $299/MTH.+ TAX. 4x4 Sport Utility, auto, leather moonroof, top of the line vehicle. Full-service history. Factory-warranty. 71,000km. Pmt. to own - $3,000 trade. Only at Ajax Nissan 1-866-304-7326. NEED A CAR? 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FRIDAY NIGHT The following Goalie Schools will be held at Art Thompson Arena in Pickering on Friday nights from 4:30pm to 5:30pm Starting Oct. 6 $25.00 each session or a package of 12 for $250.00 TODD LAWSON GOALIE SCHOOL Phone Number: 905-426-1649 Fax Number: 905-426-1667 e-mail: eastendsaints@rogers.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 Jennifer Roberts/ News Advertiser photo Cougar on the prowl DURHAM — Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars’ Jason Pearson looks for running room as Dunbarton High School Spartans tacklers move in during recent LOSSA senior football action at the Oshawa Civic Stadium. The Spartans won 9-7. AJAX — Despite a threat of rain throughout the week- end, the skies cleared up in time for a full field that teed it up on Deer Creek’s south course for the Castle Rock Development Junior Classic, the second-to-last event of the Canadian Junior Golf As- sociation CJGA Ontario Fall Series. Arguably the story of the weekend was 16-year-old Adam Lewis, of Whitby, who opened the tournament with a four-under par 67 on Sat- urday to take an early lead in the competitive Boys’ 14-16 Division. Despite struggling somewhat on Sunday, Lewis managed to hold on for his first victory of the year. In the 17-19 boys’ division, Michael Gligic of Burlington claimed his fifth consecutive win. Gligic carded rounds of 68-75 on the par-71 layout to win by three strokes. Robert McCombe of Claremont was tied for second. In the boys’ 13-and-under division, Gajan Sivabalasing- ham, 12, of Markham earned his fifth CJGA win of the year. Whitby’s John-Michael Aita was seventh. Jacqueline Yanch, 14, of Barrie won the girls’ division, defeating Euro Junior Golf Cup teammate Buz Bower- man-Ritchie, 16, of Bowman- ville by 13 strokes. The CJGA Ontario Fall Se- ries concludes next weekend at Caledon Woods Golf Club in Bolton. 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We clean out & dispose of household junk, renovation waste & all general garbage,including furniture and appliances.Friendly & careful same day service. 416-677-3818 Rock Bottom Rates!! RENT-A-HUSBAND Handyman & Repair Service Don't have time? Tired of waiting? Want to just get it done? Call now! 905-903-2660 ALL PRO PAI NTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor.Line 647-868-9669 PAINTING & WALLPAPERING ✦ Reasonable Rates ✦ ✦Interior & Exterior ✦ Serving Oshawa & surrounding area for 30 yrs ☎ 905-725-9884 ☎ TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 ATTENTION SHIFT-WORKERS Can't get a cleaning lady because you're sleeping? Experienced, honest cleaning service available evenings and weekends. Call Janice 905-571-5446 after 4:30 p.m. leave msg. Arctic Lawn Landscaping Flagstone porches, patios and walkway's interlocking stone retaining walls garden design Sod repairs. Call (905)999-5465 REMOVE YOUR CRIMINAL records Fast. We do Pardons and US Waivers. Don't be embar- rassed.1-800-298-5520 governmentpardons.ca” Place your ad at 905-683-0707 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. Will Be Moving To It’s New Location 200 Fuller Road, Unit #20, Ajax on Monday, October 16th 905-683-1112 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 Northland PavingNORTHLAND PAVING LTD. pave it. stamp it. we guarantee it. www.northlandpaving.com Authorized Contractor (416)286-4292 Crown Mouldings & Ceiling Makeovers •5” Crown Moulding from $4.95 lin. ft. •7” Crown Moulding from $5.95 lin. ft. •Crown Moulding by Plasterworks fr.$8.95 ft. •Yes! You can replace builders stucco ceilings! •Ceiling Makeovers from $2.50 sq. ft. •Baseboard & Casing Upgrades. Raised Panel Moulding •Pot lights installed from $149.00 ea. •Financing Available (OAC) Locally manufactured and professionally Installed. 905-669-0505 Toll Free 1-866-869-TRIM (8746) www.CanadianTrim.ca Free In-Home Estimates Durham Windows and Doors Brings Mobile Showroom To Your Door Wa yne Hutchison brings to the replacement window and door busi- ness a new and long overdue feature. It’s a Mobile Showroom which just may be the only one in Canada. “The day is gone when you car- ried some brochures and a sample window to a customer’s home,” ex- plains Wayne. “So I obtained a retired North York Mobile Library truck and installed interior walls along with all of my window samples.” When you call Durham Win- dows and Doors for a free estimate, Wa yne will show up at your door with his Mobile Showroom which you’ll enter by way of a sliding patio door. Inside, displayed on the walls, are the Vinyl Window Designs series of vinyl windows which you’re free to operate and you’ll discover the many special features including how they can be cleaned without going outside. “After being in this business for 26 years, I can honestly say these are the fi nest windows on the market,” says Wayne. “They’re triple sealed to reduce air leakage and come with heavy duty hardware.” All Vinyl Window Designs win- dows come with Low E Glass which fi lters out the ultraviolet rays keeping your home cooler in the summer and eliminate fading of your curtains, drapes and furniture. All of the windows come with a lifetime warranty on the frame, hardware and glass. Wayne would also like his cus- tomers to know that he does all of the estimates personally, eliminating the cost of a salesperson. Durham Windows and Doors also does all of its own installations, which ensures that every customer gets a high quality job done at the best possible price. Durham Windows and Doors is located at 696 King St. W. in Osha- wa. For more information call (905) 579-2222 or 1-888-576-8575. Mobile Showroom THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006 PAGE 23 Pdurhamregion.com Early-bird Pickering peewees get trophy Panthers edge Whitby in Flamborough tourney final PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers minor peewee ‘AA’ rep hockey team got the season off to a fly- ing start at the Flamborough Early Bird Tournament re- cently. Meeting a familiar Whitby Wildcats squad in the final, the Panthers responded with a 3-1 victory to turn the tables on a previous round-robin loss. Anthony Gionfriddo, Conor Machin and Dylan Pratt scored, with assists to Adam Clements, Evan Wright and Pratt. Wright delivered strong goaltending and Ste- ven Conely earned player-of- the-game status. The Panthers delivered a solid start to the tournament, defeating St. Catharines 4- 1 in a game dominated by Pickering. Adrian Achue, Jamie Morrow, Macken- zie Van Dam and Machin scored, assisted by Conely, Gionfriddo, Mackenzie Van Dam, Stuart MacKen- zie, Mitchell Emerson and Machin. Wright recorded the win in net. Jeremy Wu was Pickering’s player of the game. In Game 2, the Panthers suffered their only loss of the tourney, 5-3 to the Whitby Wildcats. Gionfriddo, Ryan Chiu and Conely scored. Achue registered two assists. Adam Fujita displayed strong netminding and was named player of the game for his ef- forts. The Panthers roared back in Game 3 to nip host Flam- borough 1-0. Machin scored Pickering’s lone goal, unas- sisted. Wright earned the shutout. Playing another strong contest in Game 4, Pickering downed Stoney Creek 5-1. Conely paced the attack with a hat trick. Gionfriddo and Ben De Vries added single tallies. Achue and Gionfrid- do each recorded two assists, Conely, De Vries and Jamie Morrow chipped in with one apiece. Conely earned well-deserved player-of-the- game honours. Fujita’s strong game in net helped ensure the win. Conor McLeod and Derek Poirier also supplied strong efforts toward the tourna- ment crown. Stewart Emerson coaches the team, assisted by Ryan Strachan and Shawn Curran. The trainer is Peter Morrow and manager is Mark Fujita. Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details Submitted photo The Pickering Panthers minor peewee ‘AA’ rep hockey team skated past Whitby to win the cham- pionship at the Flamborough Early Bird Tournament. DURHAM — Durham West Basketball will host its final signup sessions for house league play in Ajax on Oct. 2 and 9. Final registrations are at Ajax High School, 105 Bayly St. East, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The house league is for boys and girls born in 1995, 1996 or 1997. Cost is $110 per player. House league games begin this month and con- tinue until January. For more informa- tion, contact Roder- ick Briggs via e-mail at roderickbriggs@trentu.ca. Durham West Basketball hosts final house league signups 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 .#%-%.4AnniversaryAnniversary SpecialSpecial 2020%%off off any day of the week for LUNCH & DINNER BUFFET!! SeniorsSeniors DiscountDiscount We are celebrating our anniversary by offering money saving coupons for your dine-in ex perience with new selections on our buffet.✄✄Lunch BuffetLunch Buffet Adult Buffet Only $695 Valid Monday to Friday. May not be combined wi th other discounts and of fer s. Max of 4 people. Expires October 29, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 15 Westney Rd. N.✄✄Brunch BuffetBrunch Buffet Buy 1 Adult Brunch Get 1 Brunch Buffet Valid Saturday and Sunday. May not be combined with other discounts and offer s. One coupon per household. Proof of address maybe required. Expires October 29, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 15 Westney Rd. N.✄✄Dinner BuffetDinner Buffet Buy 1 Adult Dinner Get 1 Dinner Valid any day of the week. May not be combined with other discounts and of fer s. One coupon per household. Proof of address maybe required. Expires October 29, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 15 Westney Rd. N.✄✄Lunch BuffetLunch Buffet Adult Buffet Only $695 Coupon good Monday to Friday. May not be combined with other discounts and offers. Max of 4 people. Expires October 29, 2006. See store for details. Ming-Du 905-619-2000 15 Westney Rd. N. FREE FREE 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) durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 1, 2006