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Development committee wants downtown, but shares different views on development By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Residents aren’t the only ones concerned with the develop- ment of Pickering’s downtown. At Monday night’s planning and de- velopment committee meeting, coun- cillors debated a new development. Two rezoning applications were pro- posed at the meeting, and City staff also got the opportunity to show its vision for development in the area, which is south of Kingston Road, be- tween Dixie and Liverpool roads and north of Hwy. 401. “Staff is truly ex- cited about development coming to this part of the city,” said Ross Pym, the City’s principle planner. In the area called Town Centre West, the City envisions a new municipal road and a building or buildings that will stand two or three storeys high. The idea is to create a lifestyle-type of centre where residents can stroll, shop and eat. “We’re trying to achieve a pedes- trian-feel to the area,” Mr. Pym said. The two developments discussed will be next to each other if approved by Council. The first, proposed by three development companies and the Regional Municipality of Durham, will be on the west side of the lot and aims to create multi-commercial uses. The requested uses include an assembly hall, a grocery store, a retail store and restaurants, among many others. The second application from Brook- dale Centre Inc. conjured up the most controversy. The proposed redevelop- ment of the 7.5-hectare property on the west side is a commercial project comprised of single and multiple ten- ant buildings. The previous council approved a Home Depot on the land in Brookdale’s Phase 1 application last October. The City agrees on some aspects of the development, but not on others. Staff has been working with develop- ers to create a site ideal for both the City and the developers, while others disagree with Brookdale’s develop- ment completely. “The reality is we have to redesign. We have to create a downtown. You don’t create a downtown around big- box development,” Mayor Dave Ryan said. He agrees with staff’s vision and said, pointing to its plan, “That’s what I think Pickering can and will look like.” Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dick- erson stated his concerns with traffic the development can cause. Bruce Jen- kins, owner of The Lion and Dragon Pub (which is on the site), agreed. “We’re looking at putting thousands of vehicles all mixed together on one road,” he said. “It’ll just create absolute chaos.” He also had a petition on hand con- taining approximately 1,100 signatures from locals who are “disgusted that councillors would allow this to hap- pen.” Coun. Dickerson reminded him le- gally councillors don’t have any re- course on the subject and said he’s asking them to step between a land- lord and tenant dispute. The mayor and Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson reminded residents and business owners in attendance the item still has to go through council, and that they still have an opportunity to speak then. “If a community is not pleased by what you’re hearing from this meet- ing, organize yourselves,” Mayor Ryan said. The vote, to approve the develop- ments, was narrowly passed and will be brought to Council for a final deci- sion in two weeks. 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More than 2,500 dragon boat racing enthusiasts took part in the 11th annual event. [ Briefly ] Pickering’s blooming deadline PICKERING — The deadline to enter the Communities in Bloom garden competition is just around the corner. The last day to enter the provincial competition is June 8. Pickering’s involvement in the friendly competition aims to foster civic pride and environmental re- sponsibility. Residents can nominate them- selves, friends or neighbours in the following categories: residential dwelling, residential complex, storefront retail, office com- mercial, retail plaza, organization (schools, service clubs, community groups and places of worship) and rural residence. Residents can register online at sustainablepickering.com or for more information call 905- 683-7575. A lawn sign will be made available for pick-up once registra- tion is complete. [ What’s on ] Pickering church raises the roof PICKERING — Holy Redeem- er Church needs some help. In aid of the Holy Redeemer building fund, the church is holding a trunk and craft sale. The money raised goes toward repairs for the roof. Vendors are welcome, with space available for $20. The sale is on June 9 from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the church, 796 Ey er Dr., Pickering. For more information contact Stephanie at 905-831-6525. [ Index ] Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Entertainment, B3 Classified, B6 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 49,900 The quest continues for Pickering’s downtown Spring session ends, election now on By Jennifer Stone jstone@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Bills calling for the elec- tion of Durham’s regional chairman and restricting cellphone use while driving have died on the order paper, after the Province recessed early on Tuesday. The end of the spring session unof- ficially signals the beginning of the campaign leading up to this fall’s pro- vincial election, as the legislature will not sit again until after the October 10 vote. The recess ends Oshawa MPP Jerry Ouellette’s private member’s bill, which would have seen Durham’s Re- gional chairman directly elected and Durham MPP John O’Toole’s cellphone bill, which would have restricted use of mobile phones and other such devices while driving. As well, a law Mr. Ouel- lette had proposed which would ne- cessitate police checks for referees and trainers involved in minor sports will go no further, as is the case for dozens of other bills. Mr. O’Toole also had a number of bills at various stages of the process, as did other MPPs. “There were over 100 pieces of legis- lation on the order paper... that will all be null and void,” said Mr. O’Toole. The Regional chairman and cell- phone bills had made it through sec- ond reading and had been referred to the committee stage. Mr. Ouellette said he was surprised at the proroguing of the legislature three weeks early and had anticipated committees might sit through at least a portion of the summer, with the house possibly sitting briefly in the fall. But, he suggested the Province had made the decision to break early to avoid having a Liberal minister appear in front of a committee to deal with questions about grants given to groups with apparent ties to his party. The Oshawa MPP raised the bill on election of Durham’s regional chair- man based on the results of the refer- endum question asked in three Dur- ham municipalities in last November’s municipal election. Residents of Ajax, Pickering and Oshawa voted 86 per cent in favour of asking the Province to require the Durham chairman be elected by a general vote. 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In place since 1997, the plan is a strategic policy document that guides and manages growth and development while protecting the environment. “Since the plan was adopted in 1997, the City of Pickering has changed sig- nificantly,” Steve Gaunt, the City’s se- nior planner said in his presentation. Therefore, municipalities are re- quired to hold a special meeting of council at least once every five years in order to determine any need for revi- sions to the plan. Mr. Gaunt said factors such as pro- vincial changes like the Greenbelt and Durham’s Official Plan review have to be taken into consideration when planning Pickering’s future. Mr. Brown shared his hope for Kings- ton Road, comparing it to Hwy. 2 in Oakville. For example, he said in Oakville, benches face activities and pedestrians, whereas in Pickering, they face cars. “It’s difficult to find publicly-owned beauty in the City,” he said. He mentioned he had attended meetings on its future in the past, which gave him the impression there would be more of a core downtown by now. “It’s been a really long time and we need to know it’s going to be im- proved,” he said. In fact, The Kingston Road Corri- dor Urban Design and Development Guidelines were adopted by Council in December, 1997. The study described Kingston Road as “a generally poor pedestrian realm,” with a lack of side- walks and restrictions on lighting and signage. tain it would pass. “I’m not sure I had enough support from the government side to have it pass,” said Mr. Ouellette. The death of the bill came as no surprise to Ajax Mayor Steve Parish, who is in favour of direct election of the chairman. “We were pretty sure that’s exactly what was going to happen because there was obviously election fever hap- pening” at Queen’s Park, said Mayor Parish. “We had every indication they were going to break early so everybody could get out on the hustings.” Now it’s in the hands of the Region, which would able to change the way it elects its chairman through a triple majority process: the change must re- ceive a majority vote at the Region, and must have the support of the majority of member municipalities, represent- ing the majority of the population. Right now, that puts it in the hands of Whitby and Clarington, since Osha- wa, Pickering and Ajax have all clearly stated their position in favour of direct election. The northern municipalities have said they’re not in favour and while Clarington has sent a letter to the Province stating “vehement” opposi- tion to direct election, Mayor Parish indicated there was some room to be- lieve that could, conceivably, change. Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said he wasn’t surprised to see the bill die, either, since Minister of Municipal Affairs John Gerretsen, had indicated Durham should, if it wanted change, use the process available to it. Mr. Gerretsen “said his government wasn’t going to get involved, that there was a process,” said Mr. Anderson. Asked if this means the idea of direct election of his job was a dead issue, Mr. Anderson was clear. “Doubt it,” he said. “I’m sure Mayor Parish will want to continue to pur- sue this.” The bill didn’t have the sup- port of Mr. Ouellette’s Tory cohort, Mr. O’To ole, who voted against it at second reading, since councils in two of his constituency municipalities -- Clar- ington and Scugog -- had spoken out against the idea. Mr. O’Toole said he was “disap- pointed” his cellphone bill, which he brought forward in various incarna- tions at least three times, didn’t pass this time around. “I’ve received comments on it every single day,” said Mr. O’Toole of the bill which would have required Ontario motorists to use cellphones in hands- free mode while driving. Resident makes a plea for downtown Pickering ‘Election fever’ blamed for death of regional chairman bill ✦ Election from page A1 Region says no to Town’s request By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Regional council’s de- cision to shelve an Ajax request to increase its Regional representation is a “slap in the face of taxpayers”, Mayor Steve Parish said. With population growth, the Town felt it was underrepresented at the Re- gional level. On Wednesday, however, Regional council voted to ‘receive for information’ a request from Ajax to consider giving it at least one more councillor. (Receiving for information essentially means nothing will hap- pen.) The decision, Mayor Parish stated, “effectively means Ajax will continue to be significantly underrepresented at the Region until, at the earliest, the municipal election in 2014. “With the killing of that now, unless Regional council changes its position in the next year or 18 months, which I don’t see happening, Ajax will go into the next election with a mayor and two regional councillors,” the mayor added. Ajax has a larger population than Pickering, yet has one fewer Regional representative, he noted. “They won’t even consider setting up a committee to look at it, it’s a slap in the face to taxpayers of Ajax.” Regional Chairman Roger Anderson lobbied against changing the council’s composition, Mayor Parish said, not- ing he spoke with Whitby Mayor Pat Perkins prior to the vote and was told “she had no problem looking at it. But she, low and behold, voted to kill it.” He accuses the chairman of being “a g ainst democracy. “I’d like to say I’d fight on, fight on the beaches. But, unless somebody changes their tune, like the chairman or the Whitby mayor, this is a dead issue until after the 2010 election,” Mayor Parish stated. “We’ve been underrepresented for seven years and we will be for at the earliest, for the next seven years. Ajax will be underrepresented and will be increasingly underrepresented. “It’s more of an insult to the people of Ajax. It’s gross discrimination to the people of Ajax. If I was a taxpayer, I’d be very unhappy and I’d be letting the Regional chairman know,” the mayor said. Mr. Anderson lobbied against chang- ing the council’s composition, Mr. Par- ish stated, because it’s in his interest to maintain the status quo. The regional chairman denied the accusation, saying, “I don’t know what he’s talking about. Every time he loses, he said I lobbied against it.” He noted four of the eight munici- palities did the same as the Region and just received for information the Ajax request. “I can’t help what Steve thinks. It’s obvious the mayors and councillors didn’t want to deal with it at this time,” Mr. Anderson stated. “Judging by what I heard (Wednesday), council isn’t pre- pared to increase the size of council.” Mr. Anderson added that in the fu- ture, council may be realigned. “I’m not sure that’s what council is pre- pared to deal with at this time.” When it does, he predicted Regional council would remain at 28 members “judging by how the majority spoke (Wednesday).” Mayor Perkins said during the May 30 meeting of Regional Council that although her municipality is under- represented, adding more seats in the Regional chambers is not the way to go. “We don’t need to add more politi- cians, we need to reduce them,” she said. “I am not going to burden the taxpayer with more politicians.” Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce agreed the public isn’t asking for more politi- cians. “We have been mandated to stay small and now we are being asked to water down what little representation we have,” Mayor Pearce said. “If you are going to deal with representation by population you are going to take away the rural vote and that can’t hap- pen.” OPEN HOUSE SECTION Looking to Buy? 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Ajax won’t get additional Durham rep Victim pistol whipped in taxi stand robbery AJAX — Two masked bandits pistol- whipped a worker during the robbery of a taxi dispatch centre early Sunday morning in Ajax. The suspects fled with daily cash receipts in the robbery, at the offices of Rapid Taxi on Brock Road near Bayly Street. The victim, 58, told cops he was accosted by two masked men, one of whom had a handgun, at around 5:30 a.m. The victim was forced into a wash- room where he was threatened and pistol-whipped before the thugs took off with the cash, police said. The suspects are described as two black men with slim builds. By Erin Hatfield ehatfield@durhamregion.com DURHAM — More than $7 million for Durham College and the Univer- sity of Ontario Institute of Technolo- gy (UOIT) will mean facility renewal, updated equipment and a chance for the schools to reach their full poten- tial, according to Chris Bentley. Mr. Bentley, the provincial min- ister of training, colleges and uni- versities, along with Wayne Arthurs, MPP for Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge, were at Durham College Monday to announce $3.9 million in funding for the college and $3.4 million for UOIT. The money is part of the $365-mil- lion allocation for colleges and univer- sities announced in the 2007 budget. “This is money we can use to in- vest in our capital infrastructure,” said Leah Myers, president of Dur- ham College. “Our buildings, to our labs and classrooms.” Investments, she said, will include improvements to make the college more energy efficient through re- placing windows, work which will be done during the summer months. “It indicates the tremendous sup- port the provincial government has for UOIT,” said Dr. Ronald Bordessa, president of the university. “They really want us to develop and grow and be a special kind of institution.” The $7.3 million, Mr. Bentley said, will help Durham College and UOIT to reach their full potential. “The universities and colleges said, ‘success breeds it’s own opportuni- ties’ so they needed some additional support, so that is why we made the announcement today,” Mr. Bentley said. Mr. Bentley also said the Province will fix UOIT’s original funding for- mula and the university will receive 100 per cent per student funding in 2007-08. “This change will result in an in- crease of approximately $4 million in annual operating support for UOIT,” Mr. Bentley said. Funding lets university and college reach their full potential 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 Just one more way to get your news thanks to the NEWS A DVERTISER newsdurhamregion.com Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising fl yers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. Wednesday June 6, 2007 Carrier of The Week Ajax and Pickering Locations Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Tyler Today’s carrier of the week is Tyler. He enjoys paintball & hockey. 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A deaf student herself, Ms. Rouse just moved one step closer to her goal of becoming a teacher for deaf- and-hard-of-hearing people. She graduated from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology June 1, with straight As and the privilege of carrying the faculty of education gonfalon while leading her class- mates into the ceremony. At age 23, she has received her bachelor of arts with honours from Yo rk University, and now that she has her bachelor of education from UOIT, she’s on her way back to York for its deaf-and-hard-of-hearing ed- ucation program. “For me, it’s really important that we start seeing more representation from the deaf community,” said Ms. Rouse through an interpreter. By becoming a teacher for deaf students, Ms. Rouse can inspire kids by letting them see a deaf person who has succeeded during their ev- eryday life, she said. Along with teaching, she hopes to eventually get her masters and obtain an administrative position, such as her UOIT faculty advisor, Ron McKelvey, held before. Mr. McKelvey was previously the director of provincial schools branch for the ministry of educa- tion, through which his responsibili- ties included programs and services for deaf, blind and learning-disabled students. Having Mr. McKelvey at UOIT was good, said Ms. Rouse. He had lots of experience with deaf education and helped her get practicums at two deaf schools. Her third place- ment was in a mainstream Oshawa school. “I found that one very challenging, but a great experience for me,” she added. For a deaf student to be successful in post-secondary school the institu- tion needs to have interpreter and note-taking services, and an educa- tion professor who knows what their needs are and doesn’t treat them special; Ms. Rouse said UOIT pro- vided those things. She was also surprised by the tech- nology and visuals in presentations, which she found really helpful. She also liked that the school was laptop based, had a small student- to-teacher ratio for its faculty of edu- cation, and taught intermediate and primary junior programs all together. Ms. Rouse found it valuable because it opened her eyes to what teaching other grades includes, even though she plans to be a primary teacher. Ms. Rouse grew up in Oshawa, but went to The Metro Toronto School for the Deaf. She said she’s always wanted to teach deaf students. “Especially the young ones,” she said. Ms. Rouse added children are like empty vessels and it’s important to expose them to as much as they can as early as possible and help them see the world in a positive light. She said she plans to be a fun teacher. During her job placements she looked for ways to involve stu- dents. When explaining the concept of a hypothesis to a Grade 2/3 split class, she dressed like a fortune tell- er and had students guess things. Also in science, she had students use mud and soil to do experiments on which would hold water the lon- gest. Inspiring deaf students is graduate’s goal By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — As Denise Peralta sat among hundreds of students waiting to cross the stage to receive their degrees, she thought about her overwhelming first day at Durham’s university. Straight out of high school, the nurs- ing sciences student entered the Uni- versity of Ontario Institute of Technol- ogy (UOIT) in 2003 to be welcomed by construction sites and insecurity about how she would make it through the next four years. “Now that I’m done, I couldn’t be prouder to graduate from UOIT,” said Ms. Peralta, wearing her black and or- ange graduation gown and cap, a bou- quet of pink roses on her arm. “We shaped this university for future students,” she said. Ms. Peralta, an Oshawa resident, was among 658 students who marked the first graduating class from four-year undergraduate and graduate programs at UOIT on June 1. The ceremonies at the downtown Oshawa General Motors Centre were held in two batches; a morning ses- sion for degrees in the bachelor of arts; engineering; engineering and man- agement, nuclear engineering; science in nursing; and science; and in the afternoon for master of information technology security; bachelor of com- merce; and bachelor of education. “Our grads today are truly remark- able, extraordinary people, the cream of the crop,” said Ronald Bordessa, UOIT’s president, standing on stage in front of students dressed in gradu- ation gowns highlighted with orange, white, yellow and other colours. Stu- dents’ parents, friends and families sat watching in the surrounding stands, many holding cameras, flowers and balloons, applauding names called with whistles, clapping and even hol- lers of “amen.” “Almost all of these students could have gone wherever they wished,” he continued and added but nothing else could bring them what UOIT could, a chance to be first. “Our first students are risk-takers,” said Mr. Bordessa. “We thank and admire each and every one of you, our first four-year program graduates,” said Mr. Bordessa. The experience wasn’t just a first for students and the school either. Among those in the audience, Tracy Fice was waiting to see one of her chil- dren graduate university for the first time. Her oldest child, Shelly Ham, was on the list of nursing science gradu- ates. “I’m just so excited, very proud of her, she’s worked very hard,” said Ms. Fice. Ms. Ham already has a job at the Cobourg hospital, where she did the job-placement portion of her course. Ms. Fice said she’s now happy with her daughter’s decision to attend UOIT, but at first she was nervous about her going to a new school. “I tried to convince her to go to Trent,” said Ms. Fice. A barbecue at her Pontypool home with family and friends was planned to follow the ceremony. Fa had Haseen, a graduating nuclear engineering student and Oshawa resi- dent, said being at the school has been rewarding and an honour. The day came with mixed emotions. “I think it’s a bit of both (sadness and excitement),” said Mr. Haseen. “Being here for four years, it was like home.” He added it’s exciting to be emerging into the nuclear engineering field and able to make a difference. He took nuclear engineering because of his interest in reducing greenhouse gases and improving the environment. Mr. Haseen added he thinks nuclear is the key to energy demands of the future. He said he’s working this sum- mer for Ontario Power Generation in performance engineering. As parents, friends and graduates posed for pictures together and ate cake following their graduation cere- mony, Clayton Madokoro of Markham also had mixed feelings. “It’s definitely a relief to be finished and moving on with another step in my life,” said Mr. Madokoro, a Bachelor of Arts honours graduate. Submitted photo Jenelle Rouse, a deaf student, graduated from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology with straight As and the honour of carrying the faculty of education’s gon- falon while leading her classmates to the ceremony. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Finishing the relay DURHAM — Lee Templin, with a little help from her sons Daniel and Peter, completes the survivors’ lap during the Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life at the Oshawa Civic. Ms. Templin is the former volunteer development co-ordinator for the Canadian Cancer Society Durham Region Unit. Relay For Life is a 12-hour event where teams and individuals run, walk and jog throughout the night. Durham’s university says goodbye to its first four-year graduates ‘Our grads today are truly remarkable, extraordinary people, the cream of the crop.’ RONALD BORDESSA DURHAM — Plenty is hap- pening at Autism Ontar- io’s annual general meeting. Attendees can be among the first to know what the Durham Chapter has planned for 2007-2008. The event includes: guest speaker Ed Mahony, who shares his experi- ences about working with students with autism; a volunteer apprecia- tion; a recognition ceremony: and, information about augmentative communication devices for those af- fected with the disorder. Chapter members at the meet- ing are a part of free draws for Toronto Blue Jays tickets. Autism is a genetic neuro-devel- opmental disorder affecting com- munication, behaviour and social skills. It also has an affect on the ability to process sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. The meeting is on June 6 at 7 p.m. at the Best Western Durham Hotel and Conference Centre, 559 Bloor St. W., Oshawa. 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McLaughlin Durham Regional Can- cer Centre, Chuck Powers can’t stop smiling. “This has been a long time com- ing,” said the president of the Os- hawa Hospital Foundation, echoing the sentiments of all the dignitaries who lined up to officially welcome the community to the new centre on Wednesday. “It is a humbling experience to be standing here,” Mr. Powers added. “This started truly as a dream. We had no idea of the heartaches, the pitfalls, the political delays that we would encounter along the way.” For Mr. Powers and the handful of local citizens who started the initial push for a regional cancer centre back in the early 1980s, the fight has indeed been long. “And so many people contribut- ed along the way,” he added. “They were all essential in bringing the vi- sion to reality.” Housed inside a 90,000 square- foot facility, the centre is complete with state-of-the-art equipment that will now allow staff to offer full can- cer treatment locally. The lower level has room for seven radiation treatment rooms, three of which are already in use, as well as space for two CT simulators and a high-dose radiation treatment room. On the main floor, the centre hous- es 26 outpatient clinic and exam rooms, as well as 27 chemotherapy stations, a laboratory service area and a resource library. “This will alleviate a lot of suffer- ing for those who have had to travel for their treatments,” said Marion Saunders, chairwoman of the Lak- eridge Health board of trustees. “The dream of a cancer centre started long before my time here, but we have all caught the dream, caught the vision and it is thanks to our community that this dream is a reality. “This will provide much support for those with cancer.” But the $106-million development isn’t just about medical care -- the design also allows for maximum pa- tient comfort. The main floor chemotherapy room has a wall of windows that overlook a beautiful healing garden and individual televisions above each unit. A pharmacy specific for cancer patients is also available to fill pre- scriptions while they are getting treatment or seeing an oncologist. “It’s a place for care and healing,” said Dr. Peter Dixon, the vice-presi- dent of cancer services at Lakeridge Health. He says the staff and vol- unteers are ready to take on the challenge of making the most of the equipment and facilities of the cen- tre. Dignitaries at the event included representatives from all levels of government -- with a video message from Ontario Health Minister George Smitherman -- as well as members of the Heroes of Hope campaign who raised $42.5 million for the centre. “This is a rewarding day for all of us,” said Don Blight, the chairman of the Heroes of Hope campaign. But for those with big dreams, the fight is never over. “We still have a lot of work to do,” Mr. Powers said. “The five floors above us need to get going. We will need to raise $16 million more to finish that. There are still some projects to be done.” Durham filling holes in absence of associate medical officer of health By Erin Hatfield ehatfield@durhamregion.com DURHAM — These days the Re- gion’s medical officer of health, Dr. Robert Kyle, has to divide his time efficiently. Since the former associate medi- cal officer of health (AMOH), Dr. Donna Reynolds, handed in her res- ignation in April, 2006, the position has remained vacant and Dr. Kyle has been pulling double duty. “I’m it, in terms of being a medi- cal health contact,” he said. “I am as busy as I’ve ever been.” As a result, his role has become a reactionary one, Dr. Kyle admitted. “I don’t think there are any cracks, but on certain issues I am being more reactive than proactive,” he ex- plained. “I have to divide my time appropriately.” Despite efforts to find a replace- ment by putting ads in national newspapers and on public health job boards, not a single response was received. Last September, the Region looked to local physicians to contract out services and entered into a contract with Dr. Ian Davis to assist with in-service education and policy work. According to Dr. Kyle, there are two reasons for the prolonged va- cancy. “There are very few people grad- uating from the university training program,” Dr. Kyle said. An AMOH is a senior level role, assisting the medical officer of health with pro- viding strategic guidance re- lated to the promotion and protection of health. They also act as the point per- son on infectious diseases, head the epidemiology and evaluation unit, develop pandemic influenza planning and oversee the sexual health clinics. To be an AMOH, Dr. Kyle ex- plained, candidates need a master’s degree in public health or a specialty in community medicine. A require- ment of the community medicine training at the University of To ronto is a residency and Dr. Kyle participates in the program. “I haven’t been able to get any residents to come out to Durham Region,” he said. “I am continually working on (it), but have had no luck.” Each year only a handful of qualified peo- ple enter the workforce, and Dr. Kyle said they have many options for em- ployment outside of public health, including positions in government, academia and other health depart- ments. The Region’s chairwoman of the health and social services commit- tee, Oshawa Councillor April Cullen, said she is keeping her eye on the situation. “They seem to be managing OK, but it would certainly help with the workload,” Coun. Cullen said. “It is going to be difficult, but we are just going to have to keep looking.” For now, Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said he is confident Dr. Kyle can handle the situation and the Region is lucky to have him. “I know there are some munici- palities who don’t have a medical of- ficer of health either,” Mr. Anderson said. Region can’t find qualified medical candidates From blueprint to reality for cancer centre Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo The R.S. McLaughlin Durham Region Cancer Centre held its official grand opening last week. Laura Jenkins, the grandaughter of Chuck Powers, the president of the Oshawa Hospital Foundation, checks out the financial donors wall of fame inside the new centre. Dr. Robert Kyle submitted photo They’re on the right path Five local girls received the highest honour in Pathfinders recently, the Canada Cord. Celebrating their achievement are, in back row, friends Megan Spicer of Pickering and, front row from left, Pickering’s Kelsey McMaster, Katlyn Cubbage and Melissa Speirs, and Daniellle Dowd from Ajax. To see more photos from residents across Durham and to submit your own, visit citizenseye.com, the Metroland Durham Region Media Group’s citizen submission website. The page is dedicated to the submissions and photos of readers from around Durham. PAGE A6 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ JUNE 6, 2007P EDITORIAL CLICK AND SAY Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, e-mail photos to mjohnston@durhamregion.com. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Public must have say in hospital board elections To the editor: How should members of hos- pital boards be chosen? Currently the board of the Rouge Valley Health System nominates and chooses its board members. No other per- son is able to be nominated to compete in an open, democratic election with the board’s nomi- nees. The board chooses the board. The Family Compact. The Friends of the Ajax Pickering Hospital have worked diligently over the past two years, but in vain, to achieve an open, democratic, public pro- cess. Hospital boards spend pub- lic money- our taxes and pub- lic donations. Hospital boards must be accountable and re- sponsible to the public for how the public’s taxes are spent and for the facilities and services that the board provides. School boards spend public money. They are elected. Coun- cils spend public money. They are elected. Hospital boards spend public money. Why are they not elected? Why are hos- pital boards sacred? In addition, our Rouge Val- ley Health System board uses regular and extensive private sessions to conduct business. These private sessions destroy public accountability, public transparency and public re- sponsibility. The solution- hospital boards must be elected by the people with oversight by the Ontario Ombudsman. Hospital board accountability to the public must be a major issue in the October provincial election. Bill Parish Ajax Rally attendance in Oshawa disappointing To the editor: I’m very disappointed. Around 30,000 show up at a rally in Windsor to show their concern for the loss of 250,000 manufacturing jobs in Canada since 2002 while only about 400 or 500 show up at the rally held in Oshawa. Seems to me Oshawa and area residents (especially union members) are not too con- cerned when factories close and move to Mexico, China and other countries and people lose their jobs. Ed Dwyer CAW Local 222 Retirees chapter Oshawa Tree cutting endangered wildlife To the editor: Re: ‘Hundreds of trees cut down to make way for water plant expansion’, May 23 article. I applaud Mr. Robb for his diligence in monitoring the tree cutting operations associated with the sewage treatment ex- pansion. While I accept the fact that certain trees would have to be sacrificed to accommodate the footprint of the new plant, I would hope that good foresight and careful planning would en- sure that only those trees that need be removed are cut down. The photo accompanying last We dnesday’s article certainly appears to show a complete lack of regard for saving as many trees as possible. I am very dis- turbed that Mr. Presta, director of environmental services, says staff “took timing into consider- ation and made sure to remove the trees before [nesting] oc- curred.” Many of the birds that nest in the fragmented habitat that exists in modern urban centres start nesting as early as late March or the beginning of April. Cardinals, chickadees, robins, red-winged blackbirds, grackles, downy woodpeckers, house finches, house wrens and tree swallows, to name a few, clearly would have been nest- ing during the period the trees were reportedly cut down in late April. It says little that the direc- tor of environmental services seems to poorly understand the processes of nature and is so focused on his mandate that he fails to see the “forest for the trees.” Geoff Carpentier Ajax [ Proud Members Of ]-- ONTARIO PRESS COUNCIL NEWS A DV ERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker Publisher twhittaker@durhamregion.com Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief jburghardt@durhamregion.com Mike Johnston Managing Editor mjohnston@durhamregion.com Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising dfletcher@durhamregion.com Andrea McFater Retail Advertising Manager amcfater@durhamregion.com Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising ekolo@durhamregion.com Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager afakhourie@durhamregion.com Lillian Hook Office Manager lhook@durhamregion.com Cheryl Haines Composing Manager chaines@durhamregion.com Janice O’Neil Composing Manager joneil@durhamregion.com [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 News Fax 905-683-0386 General Fax 905-683-7363 E-mail mjohnston@durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com Mailing Address 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. 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I sullenly trudged up, expect- ing yet another in a long line of stained sepia photographs of some ancient moustachioed ancestor, or fierce-eyed gaggle of crinolined imperious matri- archs. However when I sulked into the tiny bedroom she had been beckoning me from, my spirits rose considerably. Fol- lowing her gaze, I peered into the dark recesses of a long- forgotten closet and with the excitement of a tomb-raider I spied the treasure my wife had just discovered. A pellet gun. Lewis and Clark could not have been more overjoyed at glimpsing the Pacific than I was at the sight of that gleaming wooden stock, that patiently confident barrel, that insouci- ant trigger. My initial reaction was to grab it and go giddily dancing outside to show the kids. But after 20 years of mar- riage I have learned that there are times for giddy dancing and times for fake, spouse-sat- isfying responsibility. I put on as concerned a face as pos- sible and cradling the beauti- ful thing in my arms muttered something like “...guess I bet- ter hide this in the car... safety issues... blah, blah, blah.” My wife, of course, was not fooled for a second. She is a patient, wise woman and has been married to an eight-year- old long enough to know how to handle these situations. She also knows that unlike herself, my childhood and adoles- cence were conspicuously and torturously gun free. Suzanne, whose name still strikes fear into groundhog communities in the hills of the Hockley Val- ley, very kindly smiled and let me skip down the stairs with my new toy. She didn’t even comment on my girlish shriek and “Yippee.” I have never had a gun. At least not a real gun that could actually shoot and kill some- thing. In fact, I have always considered myself something of a peace-nik. Up until this point in our family life we have barely allowed replica weap- ons in the house. But life is nothing if not dynamic. Times and people change. And while I would never have considered bringing such a thing home when my boys were younger, they are older now and for some reason the discovery of this gun seemed not only timely, but fortuitous. This, I reasoned (or rationalized, choose your poison) would be, at a time when my children are growing up and away from me, a reason to bond once more. And so I must say I was rather feeling my fatherly oats when I led the lads out into the backyard yesterday for a little target shooting. They were looking at me again with those adoring eyes. Eyes I hadn’t seen since building the tree fort or wheeling out a brand new bike or bringing home a puppy. It felt good. Right up to the point when my wife walked out into the backyard, still wearing her apron, picked up the rifle and potted a bulls eye from 30 yards. Instantly I felt two sets of adoring eyes coldly shift from one parent to another. Darn gun. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. Follow Neil’s BLOG drinfo.ca/croneblog.html.. Neil Crone enter laughing This Week’s Question: Which NHL team can lay claim to being Canada’s team? Ottawa Senators Toronto Maple Leafs Montreal Canadiens Edmonton Oilers Calgary Flames Vancouver Canucks Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: When Canada’s Afghanistan commitment concludes in February 2009 what would you like the federal government to do? Total votes: 424 Extend the mission if needed: 52.4 % Brings troops home: 47.6 % Governments can offer support needed for industry to thrive I t’s getting to the point where Durham’s General Motors plants are odds-on favourites to be the very best in productivity and quality in North America every single year. To no one’s surprise, the Oshawa autoplex had the No. 1 and No. 2 ranked automobile assembly plants in terms of productivity across North America. Oshawa’s No. 2 car plant rated first in productivity with just 15.68 labour hours per vehicle needed. The No. 1 car plant was second with 16.34 labour hours per vehicle required. The Harbour report, which measures productivity, has featured the Oshawa No. 2 plant among the top two in North America in each of the last five years. And the No. 1 plant has also finished among the leaders virtually every year. Both plants also consistently rate at or near the top in the J.D. Power and Associates rankings which judge quality of production. The message is clear. Local autoworkers provide the best productiv- ity and quality, on a measurable basis, of any auto workers in North America. That’s quite a feat. It’s especially important in tough eco- nomic times and with the pressures placed on exports by a robust Ca- nadian dollar, that workers do their part to produce the best vehicles they can. Clearly, they are doing just that. The larger concern is that, as manufacturing jobs continue to bleed away in Canada and North America, that everything that can be done to support local industry is vitally important. Manufacturing is a central factor in Ontario’s economy. While the provincial and federal governments have stepped in to help with such items as the Beacon Project, more is needed. Thousands of jobs have left the region in the past five years. While it’s true that the lion’s share of those vanishing jobs are made up of retirees and buyouts and not lay-offs, the fact remains the jobs are not being replaced. And the cumulative impact of those lost jobs is less tax revenue and a hit to businesses that depend on manufacturing. Governments need to put in the kind of effort our autoworkers pro- duce. That way, we all win. A CITY OF OPPORTUNITY 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. 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We are committed to efficiency in the delivery of services to our 94,400 residents, and offer a progressive culture that values innovation, enthusiasm and community responsibility. The City of Pickering is seeking energetic, enthusiastic individuals to join our Aquatics team. Aquatics Instructor $18.22/hr. Successful candidates must hold the following: a current (within 2 years) Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifesaving Society Instructor, current (within 2 years) Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard Service certification. Previous experience working with children would be an asset. Lifeguard $13.66/hr. Successful candidates must hold a current National Lifeguard Service Certification (within 2 years). Previous experience as a Lifeguard would be an asset. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Success in these positions will require strong communication and customer service skills; in addition, qualified applicants must also have all of the following to be considered for either position: • Enrolled in secondary school education or any acceptable combination of education, training and related experience • Current certification in Standard First Aid (current within 2 years) and Basic Rescuer CPR-C (current within 1 year) • Applicants must be medically and physically fit to perform the duties of the position • Must be prepared to undergo a Criminal Reference Check as a condition of employment Please list all required certifications outlining the date of issue on your application. Photocopies will be required at the time of interview. The ability to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends is required. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in working in a fun and exciting environment, please submit a detailed resume outlining your current certifications on or before Friday, June 22, 2007 by 4:00 pm. By Email: hr@city.pickering.on.ca Drop off or mail to: Directly online: cityofpickering.com Human Resources Division City of Pickering By Fax: 905.420.4638 One The Esplanade, L1V 6K7 In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act,the information gathered is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, R.S.O.1990, c.M.45, and will be used to select a candidate. We thank all those individuals who apply; however, only those applicants granted an interview will be acknowledged. An Equal Opportunity Employer PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE FOUNDATION’S 9th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, June 20 • 7:00 pm This meeting will be held in the Redman House Program Centre of Pickering Museum Village. Guest Speaker: Gas & Steam Barn Crew Leader, Harold Quinton. Topic is ‘Steam Barn Progress.’ All welcome. Please call Katrina Pyke at 905.683.8401 for more information. EVENT LINE UP Join us at Kinsmen Park July 1, 2007 Celebrate Canada Day Student & Adult Volunteers Required Applications online at cityofpickering.com June 9 Canadian Tapestry Pickering Museum Village June 13 Family Fit & Feast Pickering Recreation Complex June 16 Pickering Horticultural Pickering Town Centre Society Flower Show June 16 Progress Family Fair Progress Frenchman’s Bay East Park June 16 Frenchman’s Bay Festival Cancelled For times and details see the website cityofpickering.com/greatevents 9 0 5 . 6 8 3 . 6 5 8 2 cityofpickering.com/recreation Family Fit & Feast! Wednesday, June 13 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm FREE FOR ALL:Dads & Grandads are FREE! Step-It-Up: Members Get FIT for FREE! Student Summer Membership Special:$128 + GST Four More Reasons to: Active Games & a Healthy BBQ, Plus Nutrition Tips: learn about putting together quick, low-fat meals at home, tricks to packing a healthy, inexpensive lunch that gives you energy, tips for eating out and losing weight and how to make portion size work for you. All this for $2 per person or $5 per family. Sunday, June 17 - Help us celebrate Father’s Day by bringing Dad or Grandad in to enjoy his choice of Swimming, Squash, Racquetball, Tennis or Fitness. What a Great Wa y to Help Dad Watch his Bank Balance! FREE YOU THERE! Free to members of the Pickering Recreation Complex – enjoy Belly Dancing with Josie, Salsa with Elise and Yoga with Martina all month long. Add variety and fun to your physical activity plan. All classes available pay-as-you-go. Membership Includes: Unlimited use of the Health Club, Unlimited Group Fitness Classes, Membership Changerooms and Swimming during all Public and Adult Swim Times. Bring your valid Student ID when you sign-up. Must be 18 or possess F.I.T. Club certification, valid until September 3, 2007. Summer Student Rates available for Squash too! at the Pickering Civic Complex Viewing Times: Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm On Display: May 7, 2007 – June 15, 2007 Featuring:City of Pickering Art Instructors Hi-Sook Barker, Shelley Beach, and Pat Hickman. The paintings of City of Pickering Art Instructors Hi-Sook Barker, Shelley Beach, and Pat Hickman are currently on display at the City of Pickering Civic Complex. These works offer a look into local artists who not only create, but teach within the community. Hi-Sook paints both fl oral and landscape in an impressionistic style. She has had numerous solo exhibits and has won in group and juried art shows. She is an active member of several art associations and is a past president of the Ajax Creative Arts Club. Hi-Sook is also an elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour (C.S.P.W.C.). Her original works are in private and corporate collections in Canada, the USA, Great Britain, Australia, and South Korea. Shelley Beach is a popular watercolour and acrylic teacher throughout Durham Region. An honour graduate of Ontario College of Art & Design, and signature member of the Toronto Watercolour Society, Shelley’s paintings hang in numerous corporate and private collections, including Veridian Corporation and the previous Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Hilary M. Weston. Shelley’s work is mainly water-based but ranges from traditional watercolour to experimental mixed media and monotype. Patrick Morris Hickman was born in Northern Ireland and graduated from the Belfast College of Technology. He is a member of the Society of Amateur Artists. At an early age Patrick developed his love for art, and later worked as a designer. Inspired by the works of Canadian Painter Norman Brown, Patrick started painting in oils. You are invited to the Pickering Civic Complex during viewing times to see the inspirational work of City Art Instructors, Hi-Sook Barker, Shelley Beach, and Pat Hickman. For anyone interested in attending classes offered by these talented artists please call program registration at 905.420.4621 for more details. The Experience Art program is coordinated by the City of Pickering and is one of many ways we recognize and support local artists and bring Arts & Culture to the community. Outdoor style fireplaces currently sold in the Pickering area such as the “Back Yard Max” (a steel firebox with a screened opening and short vent stack) and the “Chiminea” (a large clay fire pot with an opening for a fuel load and a short vent stack) are not permitted to be used in the City of Pickering. These units have been designed to be used as open-air burning appliances. Open air burning is not permitted within the City of Pickering and is enforceable under Ontario Fire Code Article 2.6.3.4. The maximum fine for contravention of the Ontario Fire Code is $50,000 or one year in jail, or both. Concerns regarding the use of these devices include: injury to persons coming into contact with the appliances hot surfaces, fire exposure hazards from sparks/embers for both the users and neighbours property and adjacent trees, grass and weeds. The use of these devices will generate needless alarms for City of Pickering Fire Services. For further information please contact Pickering Fire Services at 905.420.4628, or, email fire@city.pickering.on.ca for more information about fire safety. ASHASH DISEASEDISEASE The City of Pickering has become aware of an outbreak of ash anthracnose on our green ash in our urban forest. This tree is quite common on the boulevards and in our parks. The main symptom of this disease is the dropping of leaves. This defoliation causes property owners a great deal of concern but chemical treatment is not recommended. Affected trees usually put out a second flush of leaves and make up for lost time over the rest of the growing season. Raking and disposing of infected leaves and twigs should help reduce infection the following year. If you have any questions, please call Scott McKay at 905.420.4660 ext. 5235. Outdoor Fireplaces – Use Prohibited KINSMEN PARK SUNDAY, JULY 1 OCANADA! VOLUNTEERS WANTED cityofpickering.com/greatevents 905.683.6582 weaving the world together hosted by Pickering Museum Village Advisory Committee and Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 9 0 5 . 6 8 3 . 8 4 0 1 cityofpickering.com/museum Nationalities Celebration of Join us in the Museum Village for music, dance, crafts & food from around the world. Featuring: Hispanic Canadian Alliance of Ontario, Durham Tamil Association, 856 Pickering Air Cadets, Zahra’s School of Belly Dance, Significant Music - In Tacit Understanding, Devi Mandir, Pickering Ajax Italian Social Club, Canadian Multicultural Forum, Pickering Public Library, Heritage Pickering, E & W Art Academy, The School Alliance of Student Songwriters and Dorsey James! R Pickering Museum Village is located just off Hwy. 7 between Brock Rd. and Westney Rd. .oiratnOfoecnivorPehtfoerutluCfoyrtsiniMehtfotroppuslaicnanifehtsegdelwonkcayllufetarggnirekciPfoytiCehTFree Family Fun!Free Family Fun! Saturday, June 9 Noon - 4:30 pm Saturday, June 9 Noon - 4:30 pm Nationalities Celebration of Nationalities Celebration of Don’t Keep Your Garden A Secret To find out how you can participate, please contact our Customer Care Centre: 905.683.7575 or register online at: sustainablepickering.com sustainablepickering.com Entry Deadline for the City of Pickering Garden Competition is June 30, 2007 Register yourself, or nominate a neighbour for the City of Pickering’s Garden Competition. All gardens registered will be reviewed by a panel of volunteers and experts. For a chance to be judged by the Communities in Bloom panel, register in one of the following 7 categories: Residential - Detached, Semi-Detached or Townhouse Units Residential Complex - Apartment, Condominium Complex, Storefront & Retail Retail Plazas Office Commercial Organizations - Schools, Community Groups, Service Clubs & Places of Worship Rural Residential - Residence, Working Hobby Farm Residence PA GE A7 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ June 6, 2007 P PA GE A8 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ June 6, 2007A/P Fo r more information go to www.ajaxhomeweek.comFor more information go to www.ajaxhomeweek.com Saturday June 9, 2007 Ajax Home Week Parade – FREE 12 pm Parade starts at Mill St. and Station St. proceeding up Station St., south on Harwood Ave. disbanding at Bayly St. Great bands, fl oats, animals and lots of displays. Chair Angela Burke 416.451.3632 hmwkparade@excite.com or Peter Teitze 905.683.8098. Join us at the ACC for Fun in the Sun Community Day! (Immediately following the parade). Fun in The Sun Emergency Services Community Day! – FREE Immediately following the parade 1:30 - 4 pm Ajax Community Centre grounds. Celebrate our community and join us for an exotic animal show, Durham Region Police Service helicopter and vehicle display, Ajax Fire Services and Fire Safety House, Ambulance, Regional Emergency Services, BBQ, refreshments, free golf, virtual reality unit, and so much more! Contact Joe Dickson 905.683.7940. Pickering Village Jazz Festival – FREE See ad on next page. 2 pm - Midnight! Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village. Our great line up of two stages with eight Jazz Bands includes by popular demand, “Swing Rosie”. Bring along your own lawn chair and catch all the shows! Good Music! Good Fun! Good Eats! Contact Shirley Huck 905.426.2146 or www.pickeringvillagejazzfestival.com for info. Classic Antique Car Show – FREE 6 - 9 pm. The largest single displays in Ajax. 200-250 cars at the Canadian Tire Parking lot - HWY#2 & Salem Rd. Millions of dollars in “Classics”. Car owners are asked to bring $5 worth of canned goods for the Food Bank. Sponsored by DuPont of Canada, Ajax. Contact: Nick Zammit 905.428.3873. Sunday June 10, 2007 Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion Ajax, Pickering, 5th Anniversary. Sponsored by The Bank of Nova Scotia. Location: Rotary Park, Lake Driveway W. South Ajax. Registration 8 am, walk 9:15 am. Contact: Jenny Schledermann 905.619.0782. Ajax Home Week Rib Fest McLean’s Community Centre 12 pm - 7 pm. A tantalizing treat! Featuring Casey’s Bar & Grill’s Famous Rib Sauce. Presented by Ajax Home Week Volunteer Committee and the Ajax Rotary Club. Music & Games! Great Eats! Fun for all! Contact: Emma Smith 905.619.1923 Emanuel Camara 905.619.9048 or Lon Harnish 905.721.4146. Model Railroad Show Presented by Pine Ridge Railroaders. Sponsored By Casey’s Bar & Grill Ajax. McLean Community Centre 10 am - 4 pm. $5 per family. $3 adults, $2 children 6-14 yrs, 6 yrs and under free! Chair Emanuel Camara 905.619.9048. Monday June 11, 2007 Ajax Lions Pasta Night Ajax Lions Hall, 500 Clements Rd. at Westney Rd. 5 - 8 pm. Enjoy a scrumptious Italian spread including, salad, bread and drink for $5. Eat inside or out. Chair Bryan Kelly 905.239.3373. Tuesday June 12, 2007 Free Ajax Seniors Day at The Legion 12 - 4 pm. Entertainment by popular Marlene Dunn. A great show! Dancing, music, shuffl eboard and lots of fun! Free light lunch will be provided. ALL AJAX SENIORS WELCOME! Chair: Mike Fitzpatrick 905.683.7811. Free Swimming at McLean Community Center – FREE 7:10 - 8:30pm. Swimming for the whole family! Thanks to The Ajax Home Week Committee. Contact: Ajax Home Week Chair Doug Smith 905.619.1923. Wednesday June 13, 2007 Scrambles Restaurant Annual BBQ/Picnic 11:30 am. 527 Westney Rd. South – just follow your nose... Scrambles signature burgers grilled outdoors over a charcoal fl ame – with all the fi xings and lots of fresh home made salads on the side. Outdoor seating or indoor dining. All day breakfast and lunch menu too. Major credit cards and debit accepted. Enter our draw for a free breakfast and pick up something from our fundraiser table for Renewed Strength. For more info call Leslie at Scrambles 905.428.0903. Thursday June 14, 2007 Ajax Home Week Auction At The Ajax Legion (All Ajax Residents welcome!) Come and have a look! Pick out something for Dad on Father’s Day. Viewing begins 6:30 pm with live auction beginning at 8 pm. Contact Emma Smith 905.683.7811. St. Timothy’s Presbyterian Church Community BBQ 5 - 7:30 pm. 97 Burcher Road (south of Bayly, east of Harwood) Hotdogs, Hamburgers, and sausages. Something for everyone! Nothing over $1.50 and desserts are free! Planned acts of Kindness! All proceeds to Ajax, Pickering Rouge Valley Health System Foundation! Chair Susan Jaworski 905.683.6122 or sttimothysajax@primus.ca. Friday June 15, 2007 Texas Hold’em Night Sponsored by Ajax Home Week. 7 pm CAW Hall, Hunt St. BBQ and light refreshments available! 19yrs or older. $75 per person. Chair Emma Smith 905.619.1923 or Shaun Collier 905.231.1948. East Side Mario’s Patio Party 8 pm - 11 pm. Live entertainment featuring, The Brother Louie Band. Lot’s of fun! No Cover charge! Contact Vicki & Emmanuel Camara at 905.619.2229. Kinsmen Steak BBQ Dinner and Dance 6 pm - 1 am. Village Arena, Church St., Ajax. Tickets on sale at the ACC, MCC, Dickson Printing 905.683.7940 and Sure Fit Home Furnishings. $20 each. For more ticket info Contact Kinsmen Chair Mark Illy 416.896.1054 and Co-chair Rob Mackie 905.428.8077. Saturday June 16, 2007 Ajax Pickering Run The Lake Sponsored by The Ajax and Pickering Rotary Clubs. Check in at Rotary Park, Ajax. Entry forms available at the Running Room Store and Ajax Community Centre. 5k, 10k, run. $20 before June 9. 5k walk $15 before June 9. 9 am 5 km walk 9:30 5k, 10k run. Proceeds to Ajax, Pickering Rouge Valley Health System Foundation. Contact Dave Speed 416.565.4160 or runthelake@aol.com. YouthVideo Game Challenge for Grades 7 and 8 11 am McLean’s C.C. Presented by the Ajax Optimist Club. Contact Paul Hickling 905.683.4184. Ajax RC Model Club Open House – FREE 10 am - 3 pm. Brock Rd. about 1km north of Hwy 7. Visit our fi eld to see combat fl ying demos, view members planes, play on a fl ight simulator or even fl y an RC plane with the help of an instructor! Fun for all ages. Weather permitting. Visit www.ajaxrcclub.com. For more info and driving directions. Caught Away With George Oliver – FREE Rotary Park 2 - 4 pm. George Oliver will be performing a free concert for Ajax Home Week Saturday afternoon, at Rotary Park. www.georgeoliver.com. Sponsored by Churches of Durham Region. The Lancaster Ball Presented by Ajax Home Week, HMS AJAX Room Ajax Community Centre 5:30 pm ‘til midnight. To benefi t The Rouge Valley Health System Foundation–Ajax, Pickering Branch. Limit 250 tickets. Contact: Shaun Collier 905.231.1948. Tickets sold at ACC, MCC, Ajax Hospital. Tickets $150 each. Celebrating Ajax Home Weeks 37th Year June 9th to 17th 1971 2007 Advertising Feature Ajax Home Week Parade Saturday, June 9th at 12 noon Parade Route Station St. Hunt St. Bayly St. Achillies Rd.Harwood Ave.Commercial Ave.Mills Rd.After the parade, join us at the Ajax Community Centre for Durham Regional Police Services - Fun in the Sun Community Day! Ajax Home Week is an opportunity for the town to say “Thank You” to the wonderful people of Ajax including our business and commercial com- munity who have supported the numerous service club projects in Town throughout the years. This year will be our 37th Annual Home Week event and we look forward to seeing all Ajax resi- dents and encourage all former residents to at- tend. Our Main Goal is for everyone to HAVE FUN and for us to give back to the wonderful community that is Ajax. Don’t miss Ajax’s most exciting week! Whites Rd. and 401 905.831.5400 www.pickeringhonda.com SALES SERVICE Westney and Bayly 1 km S. of 401 905.428.8888 www.acuraeast.com RODMAN'S HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING since 1 9 4 9RODMAN'S285 Hunt Street, Ajax 905-683-3641 www.rodmans.ca Closest to the PIN Contest Lots of prizes and give aways! Ajax Community Centre, June 9 from 1:30 - 4:00 Classic Antique Car Show, June 9 from 6:00 - 9:00 Ajax Nissan Sales / Service / Parts / Collision 905-686-0555 www.ajaxnissan.com CHEVROLET LTD. 425 Bayly St., W. Ajax, Ontario 905.427.2500 www.bobmyerschev.com • sales@bobmyerschev.com Charlie Bartolo New Car Sales Manager2007 Equinox Bus: 905.683.6561 Fax: 905.683.8705 BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. SALES • LEASING • SERVICE 2007 GMC Acadia 201 Bayly St. W., Ajax, Ontario www.bissellbuick.com 30 Kingston Road West – Ajax • 905-683-2272 For All Your Outdoor LivingFor All Your Outdoor Living Needs This SeasonNeeds This Season •Garden Centre• Garden Centre •Huge selection of patio furniture• Huge selection of patio furniture and accessoriesand accessories endentInsuranceBroker CoversYou Best ™ An Independent Insurance Broker Covers You Best MARSHA JONES DOOLEY CIP, CAIB, RIB (ONT.) “Personal Service Makes A Difference” Serving Durham Since 1985 We are Growing & have Moved to Serve You Better! INSURANCE BROKERS Auto | Property | Motorcycle | Marine | Commercial Call today 905-427-3595 or visit www.jones-dooleyinsure.com JONES DOOLEY Drop in for great weekly specials Now at Two Locations North Ajax 260 Kingston Rd. W. • 905.426.7144 Graham & Mina Foster Ajax Ready to serve. BBQ HEADQUARTERS Your SummerYour Summer South Ajax 955 Westney Rd. S. • 905.683.1425 OPENOPEN24 HR S 24 HRS PA GE A9 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ June 6, 2007 A/P WWW.PICKERINGVILLAGEJAZZFESTIVAL.COM SATURDAY, JUNE 9, 2007 2:00 PM TO MIDNIGHT LOCATED IN HISTORIC PICKERING VILLAGE PRESENTED BY: SPONSOR: FOR JAZZ FESTIVAL INFORMATION CONTACT SHIRLEY HUCK 905.426.2146 OR VISIT MAGWYERS PUB Don’t miss the 5th annual Pickering Village jazz festival Celebrating Ajax Home Weeks 37th Year June 9th to 17th 1971 2007 AjaxWaterfrontFestival Sunday,June17,2007 AjaxWaterfrontFestivalAjax Waterfront Festival Sunday,June17,2007Sunday, June 17, 2007 Rotary Pancake Breakfast Admission $5, adults or $16 per family of four and $3 for each additional child over the age of 2 yrs. Time 8 am - 11 am Rotary Park, (Ajax Lake Front). Contact Jens Hansen 905.426.1755 and Myrna Picotte 905.831.5876 or 905.427.1322. 2nd Annual Crafters Fare 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. 25 tables, out doors at the Rotary Park Pavilion. Showcasing unique and creative crafts. For more info call Wilma Graham 905.428.3871 or Wilma.al@rogers.com. Ajax Home Week Waterfront Festival – FREE 10 am - 5 pm. Bring the family all day long to the waterfront. Lot’s of activities for the children including, dunk tank, jumping castle, ING Insurance Adrenaline Rush, Lighthouse Interactive DJ service, Giant Tiger face Painting, Ajax Acro’s Obstacle Course and safe trampoline fun, Henna tattoos and lot’s of good eats. Call Wilma 905.428.3871 or Wilma.al@rogers.com. Ajax Home Week 2nd Annual Dashing Duck Derby $5 per duck or $25 a quack pack (6). 1 pm. Duffi ns Creek, all proceeds going to Ajax Environmental Affairs, The United Way Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge and The Waterfront Festival. Contact Wilma 905.428.3871 Wilma.al@rogers. com or Lynn Andress 905.683.2330. Ajax Home Week Annual Fathers Day Grass Volleyball Tournament 10 am - 5 pm. Rotary Park. $25 per player or Teams (only pay up to eight players). Additional players at no cost. Must have one of opposite sex on court at all times. Register in advance. Call Crystal 905.426.8877 or Olivia Archer 905.426.2433. Ajax Garden Club–Plant Sale Rotary Park 10 am. Plant division from established perennial plants out of Ajax Garden Club Members gardens. Call Linda Cresswell 905.683.3749. Waterfront Festival Tea Garden 12 pm - 4 pm. Enjoy the shaded area with our Volunteers from The Ajax Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Offering tea, coffee, juice, water and some delectable treats. Contact Emma Smith 905.619.1923. Toronto Kite Flyers Demonstration – FREE At the waterfront. Dependant on weather. 2nd Annual Horse Shoe Ringer 1 pm. Rotary Park. Magwyers/Legion Refreshment area. A fun doubles tournament for the beginner and the seasoned pitchers. Prizes too! $10 per person. Call Crystal 905.426.8877 and Myrna Picotte 905.831.5876 or 905.427.1322. Ajax Home week Hospitality Tent 12 pm - 8 pm. Courtesy of Magwyers Pub Staff. Live Entertainment 2 pm - 7 pm. Come and enjoy yourself! See you at Rotary Park. Call Crystal and Tom 905.426.8877. Food Court–All Day LONG! Come and enjoy your favourite multicultural foods at the waterfront. Navy League BBQ, burgers and dogs, Panagos Pizza, and more! Lions Point Celebration – FREE 5 pm til dusk. Join us as we showcase local Ajax Talent! Bands, dancers, and singers! Fun for the whole family. For more info contact Wilma 905.428.3871 or wilma.al@rogers.com. ST. Nedela Macedonia BBQ – FREE 4:30 - 9:30 pm. Church Volunteers host BBQ at The Waterfront, near Lions Point and the Band Shell. Chair Anna Bozanis 905.683.7093. Ajax Home Week Fire Works Display – FREE At Dusk 9:55 pm approx. Sponsored by the Ajax Home Week Committee and the Businesses of Ajax. Location Lions Point, Rotary Park at the lakefront. Chair Ajax Fire Fighter Patrick Hayes. PICKERING VILLAGE BIA ANNUAL JAZZ FESTIVAL We will have a wonderful selection of food to choose from as well a variety of other vendors selling their products. We have Magwyers Pub back for their fourth year with us and are a proud sponsor this year. We suggest that you bring a chair for your own comfort. Seating is available, but is limited. We hope that you will come out and bring your friends and support the local businesses that bring this exciting event to you. We look forward to seeing you all there. FREE ADMISSION Two stages, one at Linton Street and one just west of Windsor. The location is in the Histroic Pickering Village in Ajax, on Old Kingston Road just west of Church Street and Kingston Road. #AMERON 3T 3HERWOOD 2D 7 3HERWOOD 2D % 2ANDALL +INGSTON 2D,INTON !VE7INDSOR $R%LIZ ABETH 3T#HURCH 3T2OTHERGLEN 2D/LD +INGSTON 2D STAGESTAGE 11 STAGESTAGE 22 STAGE ONE 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Uptown Swing Band 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Ragweed 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Hogtown Synopactors 10:00 pm - 12:00 midnight Hot Air STAGE TWO 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Rito Caliente 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Swing Rosie 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm George Oliver 10:00 pm - 12:00 midnight George Lake Big Band Advertising Feature NEW LOCATION IN THE COURTYARD! 109 OLD KINGSTON RD., PICKERING VILLAGE 905-427-4818 Frozen Yogurt - Plenty of Varieties Cakes made to order “Over 50 Flavours” Featuring Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream “Enjoy The Taste Of The Cottage All Year” SUMMER HOURS: Open 7 days a week 12 noon til 10 pm Gift Certifi cates Available 905-231-1068 475 Westney Rd. N, Unit 12 Ajax North, ON 905-426-4136 570 Westney Rd. 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Experts from Canada and the United States were at the University of On- tario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Wednesday, May 30, for a Canadian Hydrogen Association workshop. The event included those from the industry and academia sharing research and development on hydrogen produc- tion. “We’ve been using these fossil fuels, but we now need to change our diets because there are some internal prob- lems,” said Dr. Ibrahim Dincer, follow- ing his presentation on ‘The life cycle assessment of hydrogen production and fuel cell systems’. He said gasoline has a very high level of emissions. In Canada, 12 per cent of emissions come from transpor- tation so we have to look at how to help reduce them. Mr. Dincer said we need to change some of our infrastructure and life- styles to create more sustainable tech- nology. In doing a life cycle assessment on hydrogen production and fuel cell sys- tems, he looked at creating it through solar, wind, and other energy to find which is most suitable. He said the life-cycle assessment is crucial for any product to ensure better efficiency, cost, environmental impact, sustain- ability and energy security. “We found that wind is the most suitable renewable energy source for hydrogen production,” said Mr. Dincer. “S o now of course, the research is end- less.” Matthew McMahon, a graduate stu- dent at Queen’s University, is study- ing hydrogen production with organic waste. Transforming methane to hydro- gen includes an energy cost, but he’s been investigating turning organic waste into hydrogen sulphide instead, a more energy-effective process than the methane route. “We think our way is better,” said Mr. McMahon. His work was only an initial study and more detailed ones are required, such as conversion, integration and feasibility, he said. Other topics pre- sented during the workshop included: ‘The Separation of hydrogen from a hydrogen/methane mixture using PEM fuel cell technology’; ‘Nuclear Hydrogen Production: Reexamining the Fusion Option’; and, ‘Snake Oil and Climate Change: False Claims and Real Cures’. The hydrogen workshop was held at UOIT through the school’s participa- tion with the Canadian Hydrogen As- sociation. Kamiel Gabriel, associate provost of research at UOIT, said the associa- tion was interested in having it there because of the industry in Durham Region. About 90 people attended the event including those from the hydrogen, transportation and production indus- try. “A ctually, quite a bit for a very fo- cused topic,” said Mr. Gabriel. He added there are many people from government sectors, energy groups, and industry interested in the policy and development side of hy- drogen. The workshop’s guest speaker, Alastair Glass, deputy minister of On- tario’s Ministry of Research and Inno- vation, is an indication of the impor- tance and interest in the topic, said Mr. Gabriel. The university is in the middle of talks to establish a hydrogen produc- tion network as well, he added. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo A successful chip DURHAM — The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade held its annual Business Links Golf Tournament at Lakeridge Links recently. Stephen Collins, from Hubbell Canada, chips onto the green. 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Gittens ready to hit the soccer pitch with Robert Morris U. Colonials By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com AJAX — Geren Gittens’ dream of playing professional soccer is on hold for the time being. But, the Ajax High School Grade 12 student, who’s played at the national level, doesn’t mind: He’ll play his beloved game and receive an edu- cation in the U.S. over the next four years. Gittens, 18, will attend Robert Morris University in Moon Town- ship, Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh, this fall, where he’ll play with the Colonials of the NCAA Division 1 Northeast Conference. “This is something I’ve been work- ing for, but instead of going and playing professionally, school was the right thing for me to do. Profes- sional soccer has been a dream of mine, but school is more important for me. Professional soccer could happen later in my career, but school right now is the most important thing for me.” Although he was actively court- ed by the men’s soccer programs at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio, North Caro- lina-Charlotte and the University of Syracuse, Gittens notes Robert Mor- ris was the choice for one overriding reason: It’s a small and more person- able university. “It’s a small campus; it’s very cozy. It’s kind of like a big high school. The class sizes are relatively small and the teachers are not going to know me as a number, but they’re going to know your name,” says Gittens, who plans to study sports management at Robert Morris. On the soccer side of the ledger, he notes he won’t be joining an up- and-coming program, but a well-es- tablished one that is consistently in the hunt for Northeast Conference honours, as well as advancing into the NCAA national playdowns. “In 2005, they won their confer- ence and went to the NCAA tourna- ment. This is a team where the coach (Bill Denniston) is established. He likes to call it a well-oiled machine, so I think I can fit in there.” This past season, the Colonials were dropped 3-0 by Monmouth University in the NEC semifinals. Moreover, Gittens is being count- ed on to be a major contributor from the start of the 2007 season, as he’s expected to see time at either the centre midfield or the centre back positions. “From what I can gather, they want me to fit in well and be an impact player so, hopefully, they can go further into the NCAA tournament,” says Gittens. His collegiate soccer career will begin almost immediately after touching down at Robert Morris on Aug. 15. Soon after fitness testing on Day 1, the team begins pre-season play. The season schedule typically begins in late August. Jennifer Roberts photo Oh, so close to the end zone OSHAWA — Damon Charles of the Ajax-Pickering Dolphins is tackled by several members of the Durham Knights just short of the goal line during South Central Ontario Football League junior varsity action at the Oshawa Civic Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Dolphins won 13-8 to even their league record at 1-1. City teen wins ‘Triple Crown’ of badminton at Canadians Pickering’s Yakura wins singles, doubles and mixed doubles titles in under-14 age group PICKERING — A Pickering youth is a national champion -- times three - after the Canadian Under-16/Under- 14 Badminton Championships in Kitchener recently. Nyl Yakura, 13, completed the ‘Triple Crown’ at nationals, winning the under-14 singles, doubles and mixed doubles titles against close to 200 young badminton players from across Canada. In under-14 singles, Yakura played Nathan Leung from Markham, taking the game in straight sets 21-12, and 21-16 for the national championship. In the semifinal, Yakura faced his doubles partner, David Ponich of Al- berta, in an exciting match. Ya kura lost the first game 30-29, won the second game by a close 22- 20 score to set up the all-important third game. In the third game, Yakura won con- vincingly 21-5. Ya kura won easily in his first three rounds, defeating Karl Haebler of B.C. 21-9, 21-5, Jerry Zhang of New Bruns- wick 21-4, 21-2 and Y.K. Li of Quebec 21-2, 21-7. In under-14 boys’ doubles, Yaku- ra and his Albertan partner Ponich did not have any difficult challenges. They are definitely the strongest pair in the country in their age bracket. In under-14 mixed doubles, Yaku- ra partnered with another Albertan, Kacey Tung. They did not have any difficulties en route to the national crown. Ya kura was also the national champion at the Canadian Under- 16/Under-14 Badminton Champion- ships in 2006. In preparation for the 2007 bad- minton season, Yakura travelled to Indonesia last summer to participate in an elite training camp with some of the nation’s top players. The camp proved to be well worth it as the Grade 8 student at William Dunbar Public School produced outstanding results both provincially and nation- ally. From June 12 to 15, Yakura has been invited to Raleigh, North Caro- lina to play several exhibition bad- minton matches to promote the game in the U.S. Ya kura’s long-term goal is to repre- sent Canada at the Olympic Summer Games, hopefully beginning in 2012. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser file photo Nyl Yakura of Pickering captured the under-14 singles, mixed doubles and doubles ti- tles at the recent Canadian Under-14/Under-16 Badminton Championships in Kitchener. Ajax teen puts pro dream on hold for scholarship Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Ajax’s Geren Gittens will attend Robert Morris University in Pennsylvania on a soccer scholarship in the fall. Sports briefs JUNE 6, 2007 [ Soccer ] Monarchs senior girls ousted in OFSAA ‘AAAA’ play PICKERING — The St. Mary Cath- olic Secondary School Monarchs fell just short of qualifying for a quarter- f inal berth at the provincial high school soccer championships in Vaughan. The 14th-seeded Monarchs won their final pool game on Tuesday morn- ing, defeating 10th-seeded East York Collegiate Institute of Toronto 6-0 at the Ontario Fed- eration of School Athletic Associa- tions (OFSAA) Se- nior Girls’ ‘AAAA’ Soccer Championships at the Ontario Soccer Centre in Vaughan. However, the Monarchs’ pool mark of 1-1-1 wasn’t enough to move into the quarters. Our Lady of Mount Carmel of Mississauga earned the second and final playoff spot in Pool ‘B’ after playing to a scoreless draw with Notre Dame of Burlington on Tuesday morn- ing. Notre Dame of Burlington finished first in Pool ‘B’ with an unbeaten 2-0-1 record. In Monday’s games, the Durham Region champion Monarchs opened OFSAA by playing to a 2-2 draw with the eighth-seeded Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Morgan Killam and Christina Paterson scored for St. Mary. In Game 2, St. Mary was beaten 4-1 by the second-seeded Notre Dame of Burlington. Erin Small had the lone Monarchs’ goal. [ Basketball ] Durham City to host REACT summer camp DURHAM — The Durham City Bas- ketball Association hosts a summer day camp program, with registration this month. The REACT Outreach Program Summer Camp is for kids ages six to 13 and includes a variety of outdoor and indoor activities such as sports, arts and crafts, recreational swimming, field trips, motivational speakers and much more. Qualified and trained staff will pro- vide a safe and fun-filled summer. Registration dates are: • Monday, June 11 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Carruthers Creek Public School, 1 Greenhalf Dr., Ajax; • Wednesday, June 13 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at Valley Farm Public School, 1516 Pepperwood Gate, Pickering; • Thursday, June 14 8 to 9:30 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Public School, 425 Delaney Dr., Ajax. Cost is $100 per week. For more information, call 905-427- 4253 or log on to info@durhamcitybask etball.ca. [ Lacrosse ] Rock rocked by Wellington Aces DURHAM — The Ajax-Pickering Rock’s struggles continue on the la- crosse floor. The Rock dropped their fourth straight Ontario Lacrosse Association senior ‘B’ league contest 10-3 to the Wellington Aces on the road in Fergus on Saturday night. The Aces took a com- manding 6-2 lead into the third period, and then continued to light it up, putting four more goals on the scoreboard. The Rock was without starting net- minder Mike Miron and leading scorer Mark Craig for the contest. Backup goalie Dave Power got his first start of the season. For Wellington, the win evens the season series with the Rock at one game apiece. The loss drops the Rock to 2-5 on the season. They’re currently in last place in the league’s East Division. To ny Henderson, John Derochie and Jaime Lumsden scored for Ajax- Pickering. Jordan West-Pratt and Todd Hollinshead earned assists. The Rock will attempt to break out of their doldrums against the Norwood Nitro on Friday night in Norwood at 8:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Rock travel to Brooklin for a rematch against Durham Region rival Brooklin Merchants at the Luther Vipond Memorial Arena at 7 p.m. ✦ See Gittens, Page B9 ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 Tournaments include Deluxe Hot & Cold Buffet or your choice of N.Y. 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Sunday Family Fajitas *-%00! Pati o Ki c k- O ff Part y Thu rsda y J u ne 7th wit h Ora nge man PA GE B2 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ June 6, 2007A/P On the Bay for Pickering Dragon Boat Challenge AJAX — Ajax Aquatic Club athletes captured the overall team title at the Nike/Aquasport PPO International at the Olympic pool in Montreal recently. The meet featured more than 500 swimmers from Ontario, Quebec and the U.S. As always, the Sunday evening finals session was the most exciting of the meet, with Ajax athletes doing their loudest cheering yet, and the fi- nalists putting on a show with a number of gutsy performances. When the Sunday session closed, this year’s overall champion was the Ajax Aquatic Club. The AAC won both the men’s and women’s categories, and was more than 200 points ahead of the nearest competitor. Individually, Ajax’s Connor Greenley earned the high points title for his 13-14 age group. Earning gold medals for the AAC were Darelle Cowley, Yann Desjardins, Julien Dodu, Zach Fedak, Michelle Fleming, Con- nor Greenley, Greg Laughlin, Christine Raininger and Devin Ste. Marie. A number of AAC athletes also earned silver and bronze medals. They were: Chris Tanouye, Devin Ste. Marie, Christine Raininger, Greg Laughlin, Bradon Kingdon, Cameron Harper, Connor Green- ley, Karolina Gnat, Michelle Fleming, Zach Fedak, Julien Dodu, Darelle Cowley and Alex Andrechuk. Those making event finals at the Montreal meet were: Cassan- dra Jankovski, Emma Ibbetson, Amber Bethel, Cummings, Jacob Hanufur, Tom Lawrie, Andrew Miller, Megan-Kate Miller, James Stock, Jacob McMorrow, Alexia Fahim, Stephanie Braxmeier, Rebecca Ataman, Jan Hoi Mc- Callum, Carolanne Landry and Jacob Voth. Other results: Nike/Aquasport Distance Awards (highest combined FINA point total in 400-metre and 800m and 1500m freestyle: • 13-14 boys: 1: Zach Fedak; 2: Con- nor Greenley; 3: Julien Dodu; • 15-and-over boys: 2: Tom Lawrie; 3: Jacob McMorrow; • 11-12 girls: 3: Darelle Cowley; • 13-14 girls: 2: Devin Ste. Marie; • 15-and-over girls: 1: Christine Raininger; The Ajax Aquatic Club had a number of swimmers qualify for other long course meets as a result of their times posted at the Nike/Aquasport PPO Inter- national. The swimmers and the meet they qualified for are: • SNC Senior Nationals: Alex An- drechuk (50m breaststroke); • Eastern Canadian Champion- ships: Christine Raininger (400m freestyle, 800m free); Devin Ste. Marie (200m individual medley, 400m free); Alex Andrechuk (200m breast); Stephanie Brax- meier (200m breast); James Stock (50m breast); Tom Lawrie (50m free, 200m IM); • Age Group Nationals: Julien Dodu (1500m free, 50m back- stroke, 100m back, 200m back); Cameron Harper (1500m free, 200m I.M., 200m fly); Chris Ta- nouye (50m fly); Darelle Cowley (200m breast); • Junior Provincials: Cameron Harper (400m free, 1500m free, 200m I.M., 200m fly); Meghan-Kate Miller (50m free); Darelle Cowley (200m free, 400m I.M., 50m free); • Central Regions: Alexia Fahim (200m free, 200m breast); Cas- sandra Jankovski (200m free); Amber Bethel (50m free); Che- noya Vitalis (50m free); Two ACC club records were also bettered at the Montreal meet. Greenley set a new mark in the 13-14 50m fly. Zack Fedak set a new club standard in the boys’ 13-14 1,500m free. Ajax Aquatic Club champions in Montreal Photos by Jennifer Roberts Clockwise, from top left, Dragon Boat Challenge volunteers take a rest between races during the regatta on Frenchman’s Bay in Pickering on Saturday. Kirit Vitol and three-year-old daughter Nishi get an up-close view of the races from the shore. Pickering elite paddler Chris Oikawa from the Pickering Dragon Boat Club marshals the races during the Dragon Boat Challenge. The University College Waterdragons prepare to race during the Challenge. Keeping an eye on the sports scene arivett@durhamregion.comSPORTS EDITOR AL RIVETT PA GE B3 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ June 6, 2007 A/P ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Art at the lake in Durham this weekend Port Perry Artists’ Association holds show and sale June 9, 10 By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The Port Perry Artists’ Association is taking a trip into the past at its spring show. President June Haynes said the association invited the five original founders to attend the June 9 and 10 show at the Latcham Centre. “I phoned all of them,” she said, adding most still live in Durham. “Of the five, four have agreed to come and display a piece of their art at the show.” The association was founded in October 1999 by Carol Greensmith- Hendry, Teresa Zaporozan, of Green Goose Gallery, Madonna Hoare, Ellen Winger and Marjorie Wilson. They invited other local artists to join them and got about 11 people at the first meeting. “Now we have 49 members so it has really grown since 1999,” Haynes said. The association first met at Sutton Realty, then the Chamber of Com- merce and Tourism office in the old library and now meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. upstairs at Reid’s Independent Grocery Store. Haynes said all but Wilson, who lives outside the area, will return for the spring show. She said it will be great to have the founders, no longer association members, return for the event. At the show, which runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 18 artists will dis- play their recent works, a variety of paintings in oils, acrylics, waterco- lours and mixed media. The show is free as is the draw for a work by artist Sharon Bulmer, a mem- ber for about three years. The work, Wind in My Sails, is of a sailboat. “I think it’s wonderful,” she said of her work being selected for the free draw. “I feel very honoured.” She’s been painting seriously for 12 years, after she retired. “I’ve always been able to draw but then I had to make a living so it went by the wayside for years.” She works in oils, watercolours and pen and ink. “They’re all wonderful,” said Jean Telford-Rahme, who handles the as- sociation’s publicity. “She’s very talented.” The association meets weekly, shar- ing information and techniques and ideas while encouraging each other. The group meets all year round, in- cluding the summer. On nice evenings during the sum- mer, you’ll often find the artists out- side Reid’s, painting from the lake- shore. Guest speakers and artists are in- vited on a regular basis, with some giving evening and weekend work- shops. Group shows and exhibitions are held and members often take part in community events. Some have even painted sets for plays at Town Hall 1873. The group held a Christmas art show at Ocala Winery last December. “We’ve done some great trips over the years,” Haynes said. “We’ve been to Elora and last year we went to Pickering Museum Village. We’re ac- tive.” The spring show and sale is free. Refreshments will be available. Entertainment in brief JUNE 6, 2007 Elton John takes trip into the past DURHAM —The music of Elton John, from ballads to high-energy rocking tunes, is featured in Elton Tales Saturday in Whitby. Ajax-based Heart ‘N Soul Musical Theatre, a charitable musical theatre group, performs the show on June 9 at Whitby’s All Saints Catholic Secondary School. Elton Tales places John’s music in a medieval setting to tell the story of life, including relationships, marriage and children. The music is played by a live band and Elton Tales is full of dynamic choreography and comedy, performed by a talented cast of local young people. Tickets are $15 per person, and half of the proceeds from the concert support cancer research. For more information and tickets, call Joani at 905-686-8351. All Saints is at 3001 Country Lane (at Rossland Road, east of Lakeridge Road). Tr avelling artist reveals latest works DURHAM — Fa raway places are brought home by a local artist in the latest exhibit at the Kent Farndale Gal- lery. George Marlow, an Oshawa resi- dent and former principal and super- intendent with Durham District School Board, showcases his most recent work in Those Faraway Places, which opened June 2 at the gallery. Works in acrylic, watercolour and mixed media mirror Marlow’s convic- tion that travel is as enriching to the spirit as artistic expression is. The exhibit features works foreign, familiar and fascinating. Marlow was born in Nestleton and grew up in Bowmanville and Oshawa. He served in the Canadian Armed Forces and taught school in Belgium and Germany before returning home to teach in 1958. He studied art at the Ontario College of Art. He worked with the Durham board for 24 years before retiring and turning to art and travel full time. The gallery is in the Scugog Memo- rial Public Library on Water Street. Wa toto children brings spirit, talent to Durham Region DURHAM — Exotic African rhythm and harmonies are being brought to Port Perry by the children of Uganda. The Watoto Children’s Choir is travelling from Uganda to Port Perry to share its songs and stories. The Wato- to Choir visit to Port Perry is part of a six-month long Canadian tour to bring awareness to the issues in Uganda. The choir’s stop in Port Perry is on Tues- day, June 19. The choir members will be per- forming at the Emmanuel Pentecostal Church at 7 p.m. The concert is free for the public and its purpose is to bring awareness to the help needed for children in Uganda. The Watoto Choir supports and raises awareness to Watoto Child Care Ministries, a child-sponsorship organi- zation that cares for Ugandan children left orphaned by the AIDS epidemic, civil strife, and other life-altering events. Watoto, meaning ‘the children’ in Swahili, represents the thousands of children who have been orphaned in Uganda and are searching for help. According to the group, approximately two million children in Uganda have been orphaned. It is estimated more than 800,000 Ugandan children have lost one or both of their parents to AIDS. Wa toto only has the capability to care for 1,500 children at the moment, but the organization in its literature, states its goal is to care for 10,000 in the future. There are three Watoto villages currently in Uganda. A vil- lage consists of homes for children, a school, medial clinic, a community cen- tre, and an agricultural project. Each home holds eight children and one house mother. Tw enty-three choirs have toured internationally to spread awareness, and gain support for the Watoto chil- dren. Funding is made possible through offerings at the end of the perfor- mance as well as donations from indi- viduals, churches, and communities. The tours are funded by the sales of Wa toto CDs, DVDs, T-shirts and African jewelry. Individuals can also support a child through Watoto for a commitment of $35 per month. Emmanuel Pentecostal Church is at 1680 Reach Street. Call Sara Price of Watoto Children’s Choir for more information at 1-250-361-4554 or e-mail sara@watoto.ca. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Sharon Bulmer, left, displays her work ‘Wind in my sails’, a painting to be won in a draw at an upcoming Port Perry Artists’ Associa- tion ‘Art at the Waterfront’ show. June Haynes, president of the artists’ association, centre, and Jean Telford-Rahme join Ms. Bulmer to promote the event. The show and sale is at the Latcham Centre on June 9 and 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free. Ochoa brings sizzle to festival Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser file photo Doug Watson gets into the music during the Pickering Village Jazz Festival last year. Pickering Village the place to be Saturday, with music on two stages until Midnight By Mike Ruta mruta@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The jazz will be cali- ente at the Pickering Village Jazz Festival this Saturday. That’s Spanish for hot, and Ritmo Caliente more than lives up to its name, with Havana-born Luis Mario Ochoa leading the band. Ochoa, son of famed Cuban musi- cian Luis Ochoa Sr., arrived in To- ronto in 1990 and formed his band, Cimarron, serving up authentic Latin jazz to the city. The singer, composer and guitarist brings his world-class talent to local audiences on June 9. He’s one of the new faces to take the stage at the free festival in Ajax, presented by the Pickering Village Business Improvement Area. Festival co-ordinator Shirley Huck says there are no duos or trios at the festival, in its fifth year, just great music courtesy of bands. “We have some new bands this year, some of them are people we’ve had before, but there are three or four all new,” she says. “We try to make things different each year.” The performer list includes bands from Toronto with, as usual, a heavy emphasis on local talent. Among the Durham bands taking the stage are Ajax’s Ragweed Jazz Band, the George Lake Big Band, and Whitby performer George Ol- liver. From Toronto and, Ms. Huck says, back by popular demand, is Swing Rosie, featuring the talents of three of Toronto’s finest jazz sing- ers, Kira Callahan, Shannon Butcher and Chantelle Wilson, playing clas- sic sounds from the Andrews Sisters era. Add food, drink and product ven- dors and you end up with a family friendly event in the historic village. The music takes place on two stag- es, with the portion of Old Kingston Road from Linton Avenue to just west of Windsor Drive closed to ve- hicles. The fun begins at 2 p.m., with the music on Stage Two starting an hour later and Stage One swinging into action at 3:30 p.m. The food ranges from traditional fare like hamburgers and hot dogs to more exotic treats served by the Village’s Caribbean Flavah Restau- rant and Catering. Event sponsor Magwyer’s Pub will be serving cold ones in the beer tent. “We like people to bring their own chair,” Ms. Huck says. “We do have picnic tables, but you can’t bring them from stage to stage! (Bringing a chair) allows people to move back and forth.” As for parking, she encourages those who can to walk to the event. For others, there’s ample parking in the courtyard and on nearby streets such as Elizabeth Street. She notes the festival is attract- ing wider attention this year, with a number of inquiries coming in from outside of Durham. For more information on the festi- val, visit www.pickeringvilllagejazz. com. The festival is near Church Street and Kingston Roads in Ajax. The music lineup is as follows. STAGE ONE (at Windsor Street) — 3:30 to 5 p.m. Uptown Swing Band — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Rag- weed — 8 to 9:30 p.m. Hogtown Synopactors — 10 p.m. to midnight Hot Air STAGE TWO (at Linton Street) — 3 to 4:30 p.m. Ritmo Cali- ente — 5 to 7 p.m. Swing Rosie — 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. George Olliver — 10 p.m. to midnight George Lake Big Band MODEL SUITES NOW OPEN! Retirement Living Just Got Better www.chartwellreit.ca Presentation Centre 1525 Pickering Parkway Pickering, ON Call 905-420-3369 THE RETIREMENT OPTION OF CHOICE We’re very pleased to announce that Pickering seniors will soon have a new option in retirement living. The thoughtfully designed suites, amenity spaces and services of Chartwell Select Pickering City Centre are created to match your lifestyle, now and in the future, in a setting you would be proud to call home. Our presentation centre is now open!Be among the very first to select the premium suite that’s just right for you. Call today to book your personal appointment. MODEL SUITES NOW OPEN! Call or visit our presentation centre to book your personal tour! NOTICE LARVAL MOSQUITO MONITORING AND PESTICIDE USE 407 ETR Concession Company Limited will conduct larval mosquito monitoring from June 11 to September 28, 2007 and, as may be required, a larviciding program from June 11 to October 5, 2007. 407 ETR is undertaking these measures to meet any requirements of local Medical Offi cers of Health to control larval mosquitoes to prevent their development into potential carriers of the West Nile Virus. Applicators, licensed by the Ministry of Environment, or trained technicians will apply the larvicide in Storm-water detention ponds and Catch basins on Highway 407 ETR throughout the municipalities of Halton, Peel, York and Durham only where it is determined prudent to do so. The pellet formulation of the larvicide Vectobac 200G (Bti), Pest Control Products Act No.18158, will be placed into Storm-water detention ponds and the briquette formulation of the larvacide Altosid (Methoprene), Pest Control Products Act No. 27694, will be placed into Catch basins on Highway 407 ETR throughout the municipalities of Halton, Peel, York and Durham, only where it is determined prudent to do so. For further information, Contact: John Trakalo, Supervisor – Roadway Services 407ETR Concession Company Limited Offi ce - 905-264-5380 – please call collect Fax – 905-264-5379 Email- jtrakalo@407etr.com or Michelle Mathies, Supervisor –Structures and Drainage 407ETR Concession Company Limited Offi ce - 905-264-5380 – please call collect Fax – 905-264-5379 Email-mmathies@407etr.com 407 ETR Concession Company Limited On or before June 8th, 2007 to Rhonda Moffat 905-428-1212 ext. 232 rhondam@youthcentre.ca 5-6:30 p.m. Pickering Nuclear Information Centre 1675 Montgomery Park Road Pickering Ontario Wednesday June 13th, 2007 HERONGATE DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering www.herongate.com • FRIDAY JUNE 22 • SATURDAY JUNE 23 (905)-472-3085CALL: $10.00 OFF GREAT FOOD! GREAT SHOWS! GREAT PRICE! NOW PLAYING By Walter & Peter Marks A light hearted Who dunnit! PER COUPLE CLIP & SAVE Funny New Comedy! “The Butler Did It!” It’s a HIT ! Whether it’s for 50 or for 5000, Petticoat Creek Conservation Area is a great location for your company, family or group picnic. Reserve a picnic site today, call 416.667.6295. www.picnics.ca 1100 Whites Road, Pickering 1 km north of Hwy 401 This summer, have the ultimate picnic This summer, have the ultimate picnic PA GE B4 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ June 6, 2007A/P Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Hooked on theatre PICKERING — Lancelot Watson, left, as Hook, and Milutin Cvetkovic perform in Glengrove Public School’s recent production of ‘Neverland the Second Generation’. Artists, gardeners mix it up for Hearth Place DURHAM — Gardeners from Clar- ington and artists from Durham Region are working together to raise money for Hearth Place, a cancer support centre in Oshawa. The 8th annual Artists in the Garden tour happens June 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with 24 artists located in eight gardens along Reg. Rd. 57, from Bow- manville to Hampton. To date, $86,000 has been raised for the many programs for cancer patients and their families run at Hearth Place. “It’s the second time in Clarington,” said Lise Kozlinski, of Hearth Place. “We try to have different gardens each year.” Last year’s tour went east-west, while this year’s is north-south. Perhaps next year, the tour might return to Oshawa and Whitby, she added. But this year it’s Clarington, with a variety of gardens and art on display. Carole Gould is opening up her gar- den in Bowmanville for the tour. It’s a fairly new garden, started just three years ago. “We thought we’d start a garden so we had something to do when we retired,” Gould said with a laugh. Now there are perennials such as clematis, irises, hostas and day lilies ga- lore, in a big garden which Gould said is “bird friendly.” “We have birdhouses all over the place,” she said. There are also antique pots here and there and a dollhouse made by her hus- band Rick. The artists you can spot at the Gould’s are Madelaine Alter and Rebecca Bilcox, both of whom work in watercolours. An extra treat will be the Cuddle Quilt Kids, a group of young people, ages 8 to 14, whom Carole Gould has taught to sew. They’ve created colourful, floral carry bags which they will sell, with proceeds going to Hearth Place. A natural, woodsy setting will be found at Beverley Jozkoski’s garden in Hampton. A friend involved with Hearth Place suggested she take part in the tour and she agreed. “I’m interested in helping out. I think it’s a great idea,” she said. Her garden will play host to Alissa Whalen, John Davidson, Jade Blaney and John Storm. Artist Doris Long, of Oshawa, will be found at the Hillis garden. It’s her first time in the tour, too. She works in oil and paints a variety of subjects, from animals to landscapes to flowers. “It sounds very lovely,” she said of the tour. “I think it’s a wonderful cause.” She’s been painting for 10 years, once she retired. She’s exhibited at galleries in Whitby and Bowmanville. Ti ckets are $15 and available at Hearth Place, 86 Colborne St. W., Oshawa. There’s raffle with tickets available along the way. For ticket information, call 905- 579-4833 or go to www.hearthplace.org. Hearth Place is Durham Region’s only cancer support centre. Clients can access peer support, information, a resource library, wellness programs and an ongo- ing lecture and discussion series. All of these services are offered free of charge. NEWS ADVERTISER There’s lots more news online at durhamregion. com 416-701-1201 Scarborough | 2130 Lawrence Ave. E. Other Courses Available: • PSW • Medical Offi ce Assistant • ECG Phelebotomy • Pharmacy Technician • Social Service Worker Call Today... 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You must posses above average customer relations, superior time management skills and take pride in accomplishing the impossible. Ideally suited for someone who is a self starter, minimum 2 years security industry experience, has superior negotiating, communication (oral and written) skills, excellent phone manners and strong computer skills. You must have the ability to work 12 hour flexible shifts (D/N/Wends). Have a valid drivers licence and vehicle. Fluent in French (oral and written) is an asset. All applicants will be required to complete a prescreen test. Starting rate for Full Time is $12.50/hour plus benefits Fax resumes to (905) 427-9893 Attn: Peter Lawrence Regional Control Centre Manager RESOURCES FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN AND YOUTH DURHAM REGION Require 1 full-time and 2 - 1 year contract po- sitions (maternity leave), to facilitate the in- clusion of young children with special needs into their community: RESOURCE CONSULTANT Primary responsibilities include support to families and child care centres, service coordi- nation and working within a multi-discipli- nary team. The position is primarily commu- nity-based and would require working from home. 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DURHAM REGION NON-PROFIT HOUSING CORPORATION requires a MAINTENANCE PERSON Reporting to the Manager, Housing Opera- tions, this position is responsible for the gen- eral maintenance and upkeep of the Corpora- tion's projects throughout the Durham Re- gion to ensure that facilities, equipment, grounds and furnishings are in satisfactory working and operating order by performing a wide variety of maintenance and repair functions. Requirements:Minimum grade 12 educa- tion, preferably in technical trades training, or equivalent and at least 3-5 years experi- ence as a Maintenance Person possessing a generalist background. Licensing in a trade would be a definite asset. Valid driver's li- cense required. Apply in confidence to: Executive Assistant, Durham Region Non-Profit Housing Corporation, 28A Albert St., Oshawa, ON L1H 8S5, Fax: (905) 436-5361, E-mail: drnphc@durham-housing.com. 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MITTMAN CARRIERS now hir- ing! full time days AZ drivers full & part time afternoons/nites DZ drivers. 2 yrs exp for day shift. location: Port Union & Lawrence, City Cartage Co. Call Dawn at 416-292-5556 or fax 416-292- 3347 or email: dawn@mittmancarriers.com TRAINER Come and join our growing team! Job Requirements l Valid AZ License l Strong communication skills l Willingness to travel l Professional work ethic Starting Wages: $18-$20/hr. Overtime ($27.00 after 44 hours) Excellent benefits Please fax resume to 1-705-521-1156 WHITBY CAMPUS We produce the best drivers We need the best trainers! ***A.S.A.P.*** Customer Service Openings No Experience Necessary $500 plus per week Call Kim 905-837-9555 Students Welcome *ABLE TO START* *IMMEDIATELY?* $500 - $700/WK. 40hrs+ 23 JOBS AVAILABLE WE WILL TRAIN Call Jane 905-837-1125 hr@mftminc.com *STUDENTS WELCOME* 25 AVAILABLE POSITIONS for Hard Working Full Time People. $20/hr. Piece work guaranteed by contract. Fun Job. Great Pay. 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Reporter Metroland Northumberland News Metroland's Northumberland News, which produces award- winning community newspapers, is looking for a hard-working general assignment and sports reporter with good photogra- phy skills and a keen interest in online news presentation. This is a full time position that requires strong writing, an ability to come up with fresh story ideas, a penchant for dig- ging deeper into stories, and a strong knowledge of municipal government operations. As well as reporting for our print pub- lications and special sections, the successful candidate will also be required to provide online content for our expanding website. You must be able to work well with others, be orga- nized, multi-task under tight deadlines, show leadership, and have solid news judgment. The successful candidate will work from our Cobourg office. Applicants must possess: ●A journalism degree or diploma; ●A minimum of two years experience in journalism; ●Experience in photography, video and broadcast would be an asset. Interested applicants should forward a resume by Monday June 11, 2007, to the attention of: Dwight Irwin Managing Editor Northumberland News 884 Division St. Unit 212 Cobourg, ON K9A 5V6 E-mail: dirwin@northumberlandnews.com Fax: 905-373-4719 The Employment Advantage Get Connected! Call Today Ajax: 905-426-8337 Oshawa: 905-436-2957 www.theemploymentadvantage.com START HERE! FREE Access to Employment Resources Are you lacking current skills - considering training? Is your resumé getting results? Would you like to learn where 85% of the available, yet unadvertised jobs are? Looking for better job search results? Employment Ontario programs are funded in part by the Government of Canada. JOB FAIR in Whitby We are searching for Full Time & Part Time •Gen.Managers •Asst. 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Your YMCA's charitable registration number is 11930 7080 RR0001 Online Graphic Design and Ad Coordinator Metroland East, Interactive (Oshawa This Week Office) Metroland is a dynamic, high-growth, media company. The Interactive department of the Durham division requires an Online Graphic Designer and Ad Coordinator. The successful candidate has completed formal design training, and can quickly learn ad administration skills. Demonstrated expertise in Photoshop, Illustrator and web optimization is required. Knowledge of GIF animation and Flash a plus. Design portfolio is required. Please send resume to: Todd Blayone (Manager, Interactive) at tblayone@durhamregion.com before June 8. Only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Professional Foster Parents Wanted Positive and professional presentation, proficient in written and oral communication skills, computer an asset. Warm and nurturing family orientated home. Must have a car, willing to attend appointments. If interested, for more information call, and leave message. 905-420-2770 AIR DUCT CLEANER Required. Must have experience Call 905 831-4858 APPOINTMENT coordinators needed, Full time. Start at $9/hr. No Selling. Call 905-426-2705. BAKING EXPERIENCE,FT position in coffee shop in Pickering Village, Fax resume to 905-428-1970. CAKE DECORATOR need for Whitby bakery. Part-time posi- tion. Call (905)668-2722 BUSY CLEAN-UP SHOP seeking mature responsible full- time individual. Must have valid drivers license. Experience not necessary. Drop resume off: Diamond Shine Car Cleaning, 221 Westney Rd. South Ajax, L1S 2C9 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! CLEANERS NEEDED URGENT for fast-growing maid service. Per manent position. Room for advancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905- 723-6242 COMMERCIAL CLEANING company is seeking a couples team for cleaning in the early morning hours, call Gabriela at 905-706-7991. CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR required for Durham based General Contractor. Min. 3 yrs exp. required. Please FAX resume to Dalar Contracting Limited. 905 686-3212 COUNTER SERVICE HELP re- quired. Good customer service skills. Dependable. Reliable. At- tention to detail and able to work Mon-Sat, mornings and evenings, part-time. Bring resume to: Ca- det Cleaners (Discover Bay Cen- tre) 570 Westney Rd. S., Unit #2 905-683-7900. DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make productive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. www.miniofficeoutlets.com/deb DRIVERS AND FLYER deliver- ers required in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa areas. Drivers must have experience. Call Rob at (905)665-0864, leave mes- sage. DRIVERS WANTED Earn CASH DAILY! Full and part time shifts. We will train you. Call Jane at 905-440-2011 or cell 905-244- 0094. Blue Line Taxis is now hir- ing for Oshawa, Ajax & Pickering. EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPE installer. Must be experienced in interlocking and retaining walls, local work, clean drivers licence. Call (905) 986-0499. FRIENDLY CUSTOMER oriented staff for coffee shop in Pickering Village, FT/PT, flexible hours, fax resume to 905-428-1970. FULL TIME EXPERIENCED LINE COOK and weekend dish- washer/prep person. Drop off re- sume to Scrambles Restaurant, 527 Westney Rd. S. Ajax., or call (416)823-9766. Previous appli- cants need not apply. GOLF STORE Per manent/Part- time. Ideal for early retiree. Club making skills, familiar w/tools/working with hands, people skills/sales, computer skills/Excel. Also, student help with any/all above skills, must be returning to school. 905-683-0087. 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 LABOUR READY has immediate openings for warehouse, general labour, landscaping, recycling& hospitality. Apply in person Tues- day or Thursday at 9am. 433 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa 905-432- 9700 LILYLU'S DINER in Pickering has immediate openings for experienced SERVERS & PT COOK. Apply with resume to: 1660 Kingston Rd., Unit # 1 LOCAL THOROUBRED FARM requires general help full-time. Benefits available. Uxbridge area. Fax resume to: 905-640-2137. MANAGER,Coffee Shop, FT, in Pickering Village. Experience re- quired. Fax resume to 905-428- 1970 • Hourly PLUS Commission • Benefits- Drug, Dental • Advanced Training • Clientele provided • Advancement opportunities • 2 & 3 Weeks Vacation • Full Service Salons • Flexible Shifts HAIRSTYLISTS Positions Now Available in Ajax Jen & Sherri 905-427-6776 $9.25/hr + commission Oshawa Karen 905-433-1291 $8.25/hr + commission Bowmanville Barb 905-623-6444 $8.25/hr + commission ROXELLE HAIRSTYLING Full & Part Time * Hairstylists * Nail Technicians 50% Commission Chair rental available Call Robin for appt. 647-223-1949 Customer Service Experts interested in the beauty and wellness industry. Elegance Salon Spa has openings within our front line. Must: •demonstrate a professional attitude •offer leadership and computer skills •have experience dealing with the public •pose a flair for personal style Submit resume in person: Mon. June 11, 2007 between 10:00am -1:00pm 123 Athol Street, Whitby MR. SUB IN OSHAWA is seeking a GENERAL MANAGER with EXPERIENCE CHEF BACK- GROUND. Apply with resume, 1335 King St. East. Competitive compensation and benefits. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full time. We train you!!! Call 905 435-0518 PA RT-TIME POSITION,available 3 nights/week, 3 hours/night, tele- marketing, $10/hour. Contact Kim, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday between 6p-8p. 905-427-2819, ext. 0. PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE SERVICES is now hiring Full time Experienced Cook for large Day- care centre. Resume to 129 Perry St. Whitby, L1N 4B7, or fax: 905- 668-8528. PET GROOMER experienced full time for busy grooming location in Ajax.Call (905) 428-8160 RECEPTION - part time for busy automotive dealership, with tele- phone experience. Fax resume to 905-668-8280 attn: Michelle RESIDENTIAL CLEANING Company looking for people. Part time. Must be reliable and dependable. Will train, car an asset. Phone Laurinda at: 905- 493-1119. SUMMERS COMING and we need help! Filling all areas, F/T, $500-$700/wk. Students Wel- come call Katie 905-837-8456 SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED Oshawa Residential Complex. Must have professional exp. in maintenance & suite renovations. Excellent salary, benefits & apt incl. Fax resume to: 416-485-7859 SURE FIT requires a part-time experienced custom drapery con- sultant. Able to work days, even- ings and weekends. Email re- sume to jobs@surefit.ca or fax to 905-683-1541. THE FRAMING DEPOT in Pick- ering is looking to fill a part-time position in administrative duties and sales. Contact Steve at 416- 445-5559 for more information. Attention Students! SUMMER WORK • $14.85 base-appt • FT/PT schedules • Customer sales/svc • No exp needed - will train • All ages 17+ • Conditions apply Call 905-426-7726 VETERINARY ASSISTANTS WANTED, Experience in a clinic pets store or animal shelter pre- ferred. Required, good customer skills, high school, basic comput- er skills and love for animals. Fax resumes to: Salem Road Ani- mal Hospital at 905-683-6522. WANTED TWO RELIABLE out- going active community members to offer support to Pickering man and Ajax woman at home and in their community. Drivers li- cense/car required. Resumes to info@dafrs.com Quote posting #2301. YOUTH WORKER REQUIRED for therapeutic group home for emotionally disturbed and con- fused adolescents within the Durham Region. Full time posi- tion available, $27 - $30,000 yr. to start, pending qualifications. Part time position available $10- $12/hr. pending qualifications. Fax resume to (905) 579-3093. WILLING TO TRAIN *Get paid for helping families solve financial problems *High earnings potential *Set your own hours, F/T or P/T Fax resume to Don Zynomirski 1-866-202-9710 AESTHETICIAN OR Nail Tech. Part time, must be willing to work Saturdays & Sundays. Lucinda's Salon and Spa. 905-571-2582. AV EDA HAIR STUDIO seeks tal- ented stylist with clientele for commission based employment. Please call (905)743-0747, to book for your interview. CHAIR RENTAL or sublease opportunity available, 400 square feet, price negotiable. Call Eryn (905)665-4592 SPACE FOR RENT,in elegant surroundings, Oshawa, suited to beauty salon related business. 2 sinks, mirrored walls. For appt (905)434-7012 In Association With NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, June 6, 2007, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST Pay Scale: $41,942 - $49,342 (under review) The Town of East Gwillimbury is located in the Region of York, approximately 40 kilometers north of the City of Toronto with a population of 22,000. Commit- ted to excellence, the Town of East Gwillimbury is a Municipal Organization poised for tremendous growth and opportunity. Reporting to the Manager of Development Engineering the Development Engi- neering Technologist will provide engineering plans review for subdivision and site plan approvals, provide assistance in preparation of development agree- ments and field inspections for the development related construction. The successful candidate will have excellence in communication, both written and verbal, three year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent, 4 years related experience, eligible for registration with OACETT (CET designa- tion), valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle are essential. Please submit your resume and covering letter marked CONFIDENTIAL, Quoting File Number 007#6 By 4:00pm June 14th 2007 to: Julie Cook Manager Human Resources and Organizational Development To wn of East Gwillimbury 19000 Leslie Street, Sharon, Ontario L0G 1V0 Website: www.eastgwillimbury.ca As an equal opportunity employer, the Town of East Gwillimbury abides by all current legislation relating to individual rights to employment under the Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected un- der the authority of the Municipal Act, and will only be used for candidate selec- tion. Under New Management!Under New Management! Come in and meet Rainer our new Service Manager WHITBY NORTHWHITBY NORTH is looking for the following Te am Members Full Time Service Advisor • min. 1 year Canadian Tire Experience would be an asset • looking for a motivated individual, who is well organized • we offer a competitive salary, a full benefi t package, profi t sharing Full Time Tire/Lube Technician • drive clean inspection would be an asset • must be motivated, ability to work in a team environment Full Time Licensed Electrical / Drive Clean Technician • drive clean repair certifi ed • experienced in electrical and drivability diagnoses • signing bonus available • profi t sharing, tool discount and ongoing training available Fax to 905-430-4996 or via email resumegeneral@magma.ca EAM-MOSCA (CANADA) Ltd.-Leading manufacturer of Strapping machines/Systems has immediate openings for the following position: FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN Requirements: strong background in servicing & troubleshooting automated packaging/strapping machinery, knowledge of industrial machine con- trols, PLC's an asset. Clean driving record, fluent in English. Excellent benefits. Salary based on ex- perience. MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER Requirements: mechanical knowledge, experience w/ blueprints and machine assembly, training pro- vided. Med benefits, wages based on experience. Mail resume to: H/R EAM-Mosca (Canada) Ltd. 170 William Smith Drive Whitby ON L1N 9N3 Courtice manufacturer looking for PURCHASING / INVENTORY CONTROL AGENT The successful applicant must have a minimum 5 years experience in purchasing, within a steel based manufacturing environment and must have a College or University Business Diploma/ Degree. The main duties are purchasing materials, inventory control etc. Excellent negotiation skills and an understanding of vendor processes. Email resume to val@cargowall.com or fax 905-436-1893 SALES ASSOCIATES Canada's Number One Home Furnishing Retailer is now hiring Sales Associates for our Whitby Store location, for furniture, appliance and electronic sales. (Men or women's retail sales experience a plus). Home furnishings sales experience not necessary. However, you must be enthusiastic, personable, presentable and willing to learn. This is a rare opportunity for career-oriented individuals to join the renowned industry leader and earn above average incomes ($40,000 to $60,000) in a friendly, stable and profitable work environment. Our benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, generous employee discounts and profit sharing, along with career growth opportunities to those who aspire to management positions. Please send your resume or apply to: Leon's Furniture 1500 Victoria St. E. Whitby, ON L1N 9M3 Please quote File #J1 We t hank everyone who applies, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 3RD/4TH YEAR APPRENTICE required, steady days, good working conditions, all applica- tions confidential. Fax resume to 905-436-2760 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE advis- er/Front Desk Personnel. Duties include: answering phones, job pricing and invoicing. Call Dave or Lisa, 905-623-4286 for ap- pointment. CARPENTERS NEEDED,10 po- sitions available. Lead hand through labourers required for To- ronto area. Excellent pay to be negotiated. Call (905)925-1534 ELECTRICIAN,required by small contractor, must have tools and transportation. Industrial, com- mercial, residential experience. (905)683-8299. EXPERIENCED LICENSED Carpenter with valid drivers licence required for local construction company. Minimum 3 years experience. Fax or email resume to 905-668-8284, lardale@bellnet.ca EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECHNICIAN required Gas Fitter II and ODP, minimum 3 years ex- perience, CofQ preferred. Clean driving record, good verbal and written skills. Fax resume (905)683-0817 or email: service@advantageairtech.com FRAMERS NEEDED in Bowman- ville/Oshawa area, min. 3 years experience, own vehicle. Call 259-1196 after 6pm. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME APPLI- ANCE service technician re- quired. Must have current ODP card. Experienced preferred, gas licence preferred. Call 905-428- 3326 or fax resume: 905-428- 3461. GENERAL MAINTENANCE / SHOP CLEANUP with good driv- ing record and valid licence. Courtice area. Fax: 905-434-7939 Email: awc@awcco.com LEAD HAND SHINGLER wanted for full-time. Tools and vehicle an asset. $25/hr. Call Logan (905)424-3801 The Roof Troop INSTALLER/TECHNICIAN need- ed for installations of satellite and wireless high speed internet and security camera systems. Train- ing and certified will be provided. Tr uck, tools and ladder are a must. (905)655-3661 ext. 21 Email: d.valyear@rogers.com NEEDED IMMEDIATELY:Full- time Mechanics & Apprentices for very busy Oshawa shop. Must be dependable. Please fax: 905-576- 8236, call 905-448-9516, or apply in person: 792 Simcoe St.S. PAINTERS req'd exp. preferred but will train. Must have own transportation. Contact jjb enter- prises (905)655-7519 or email resume to: jjbenterprises@rogers.com SATELLITE OR CABLE TV in- staller required immediately for Ajax, Pickering and Oshawa are- as. Willing to train anyone with cabling experience. Fax resume to: 905-619-0588 or 1-866-990- 1339, dispatch50@bellnet.ca, Vupoint Systems. SHEET METAL FABRICATION shop looking for a sheet metal mechanic, CNC/Laser Operator, CNC/Laser Programmer, and welders (TIG). 4 positions available. Some experience is necessary. For CNC/Laser Op- erator, some knowledge is re- quired. For CNC/Laser Program- mer, some knowledge is required in CAD programming. Wage TBD. 40 hours a week + OT available. Call and ask for John (905)623-3435 STONE MASONRY, for residen- tial construction, working with limestone, 3-5 yrs. exp. Long term project. Wage to be nego- tiable. Contact Steve by email: steve@adamsonproaudio.com or fax: 905-982-0609 Att: Steve. SUCCESSFUL GENERAL RE- PAIR garage seeks full time li- censed mechanic. Located in Oshawa, we offer benefits, hourly wage and flexible hours, including overtime if requested. Must be able to work weekends. Apply in writing to File #304, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. L1H 7L5 or email to mechanics@rogers.com WORKING PARTNER with Wa- terjet. Grow by amalgamating with our established, US cash flow, product line. www.smlproducts.com Contact R. Locke at (905) 697-1487. Rapid Reproductions requires Jr. Graphic Artist PC/MAC and Customer service experience Afternoons M-F Fax 905-571-2126 BOOKKEEPER REQUIRED ap- proximately 10 hours a week. Must be able keep records and be fully experienced with New Views and Worx. Send resumes to File #305, Oshawa This Week, P.O.Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. L1H7L5 LOCAL COMPANY requires dy- namic Full-time Accountant/ Bookkeeper with management experience. Must be proficient with computers and a great com- municator. Please fax resume and qualifications: 905-743-5654 MATURE PERSON with person- ality plus interested in natural health and making a difference in peoples lives, computer adapt, part-time positions, 20-hr. per week. Day/evening. Drop off re- sumes Monday June 11th, and Tuesday, June 12th, 9 a.m. - 12 noon. to Proactive Chiropractic, 25 Thickson Rd. N.,Whitby, Onta- rio.L1N 8W8 OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR re- quired for Oshawa Curling Club. Potential candidate must have good organizational, computer, and accounting skills. Simply ac- counting knowledge is an asset. Email or mail resume to: freda@oshawacurlingclub.com 226 Bond St. E., Oshawa L1G 1B5 by June 22nd 2007. PA RT-TIME OFFICE Help/book- keeper needed in Pickering. Must be computer literate, and have good knowledge of Quick- Books. General office duties also required. Call Rosana Gardner (905)420-9930 SMALL CONSTRUCTION and property management company requires experienced permanent part time bookkeeper, for re- ceivables and banking. Computer experience essential. (MYOB an asset). Must be congenial and able to deal with tenants. Must have own transportation. Fax re- sume to (905) 725-2843 or email: val@rivermillcondo.com HOME IMPROVEMENT Compa- ny located in Ajax, is seeking an individual for greeting customers in our Showroom on Weekends. This position is ideal for a retired person. Previous sales experi- ence is an asset. Please call Jane, 905-686-2445, Ext. 250. WE ARE LOOKING for the right person to join our Sales Team. Benefits and company demo of- fered. Please fax or e-mail your resume in confidence to (905) 683-5723 or email to: salesmgrpickmitsu@on.aibn.com Certified Kinesiologist or PTA wanted part time for private ortho- pedics clinic in Durham Region. Fax resume to (905)723-9129. Inquiries (905)723-9675 EXPERIENCED PART TIME RECEPTIONIST/ASSISTANT re- quired. Saturdays a must. Please fax resume to 905-683- 8494. We are looking for a dynamic sales consultants -full/part time. Retail sales and major home appliance retail experience an asset but not necessary. Email resume to TheMaytagStore@bellnet.ca or fax 905-686-9455 Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. FULL TIME DENTAL ASSIST- ANT/Receptionist required for a busy pediatric dental office. Expe- rience and both assisting and re- ception required. Please fax re- sume to: 905-428-8757. Atten- tion: Mary. FULL TIME PHARMACY techni- cian needed for busy Whitby pharmacy. Candidates must have excellent customer service skills and a good ability to multi task. Fa x resumes to (905)668-0350. FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Dental Assistant with minimum 2 years experience. Scarborough office. Email resume to: ddsdents@hot- mail.com MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST/SEC- RETARY, part time days, for busy cardiology office, Whitby. Fax 905-668-8778 or email: car- dio13@bellnet.ca PA RT TIME DENTAL Reception- ist/ Level II, for 3 days per week. Pickering dental office. Duties in- clude: Recalls and occasional as- sisting. Please fax resume to (905)831-5975. PA RT TIME DENTAL Reception- ist/ Level II, for 3 days per week. Pickering dental office. Duties in- clude: Recalls and occasional as- sisting. Please fax resume to (905)831-5975. RMT NEEDED:19+ hours / wk. Busy wellness clinic @ Oshawa Centre. Please fax or email resume to: (905) 433-8144 laura_ighcwc@hotmail.com CATERING MANAGER,required for Mainly Cheese. Call Ernst at (905)686-2461. Housekeeper Wanted A busy family needs an exp.housekeeper! 2-3 times per week, Audley Rd. S./Baily area. Basic cleaning, cooking, house chores, laundry, occasional babysitting. Competitive salary! Call 416-560-7964, Mila ** 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 BOWMANVILLE 3-bdrm all brick link house, 3-bdrms, 3 bath- rooms, fin. bsmt w/gas fireplace, c/a, dishwasher, 10ft x10ft deck, $224,900. OPEN HOUSE Sat June 9th & Sun. June 10th 1-4 p.m. 1 Barlow Ct, Bowmanville. (905)697-8460 Government of Canada is offering assistance with up to $20,000.00/ person to purchase your first home. Fr ee report available at 1-888-599-0098, ID# 7767 (Free Recorded Message) Dan Plowman, Salesperson Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage (905)668-1800 OPEN CONCEPT HOME, Bewdley, extra-large kitchen w/walk-out to 2-tier deck, 3- bdrms, 2-baths, finished family- room, bsmt walk-out, self-con- tained in-law suite w/separate en- trance. Large lot 120-ft x300-ft w/mature trees, new windows, $279,000. (905)797-2294. www.propertyguys.com ID #128063 OPEN HOUSE Sat-Sun 1:00-4:00 (June 4-5) 393 Grand- view St. Oshawa. 905-786-2340. Private one acre+ beside Har- mony Creek conservation area, totally renovated, new kitch- en/bathrooms, 3-bedroom bun- galow, 2 baths/ensuite, huge eat- in kitchen, pine floors, breakfast bar, w/o to private deck over- looking gardens. Natural stone fireplace, 22x35 inground pool. Granite/hardwood/heated tum- bled marble throughout. 37x25 in- sulated garage/shop, quick ac- cess to 401, $539,000. ORIGINAL KEDRON Gorgeous bungalow on a beautiful 100x150 park-like landscaped private lot. Custom kitchen & bathroom. 3+1 bedrooms. Finished basement, c/air, newer windows & roof. Near Camp Samac, Golf, shopping & University. (905)579-2920 WHITBY, Tormina Bungalow $389,900 1 Patrick Drive. Main: Living/dining, family room, kitch- en/dinette, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath- rooms & laundry. Basement: Rec- reation room, games room, bed- room, bathroom, office, wet-bar room, sewing room & workshop. Premium size corner lot, fenced & landscaped with mature trees, 18x24 deck, garden shed, extra deep garage, central air, central vacuum, etc. OPEN HOUSE: Sat- urday & Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 (905)666-7588 AJAX, VILLAGE GARDENS, Church St. S. 1 bedroom condo apt. Two balconies. Eastern ex- posure. Three appliances. Exer- cise, sauna, in-door pool, tennis, underground parking. Bill 905- 683-0348. COURTICE / PARKWOOD VIL- LAGE,spacious condo, very pri- vate, overlooking green space. 2 bedrooms plus loft overlooking eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. 2 + 1/2 baths, double sided wood burning fireplace in l/r, d/r, apprx. 1800 sq. ft. $183,900. Call (905) 433-1679 for more details. 2- THREE SEASON COTTAGES (1-property) $249,900 both Hay- ward Long Reach-Bay of Quinte. 15 Mins outside of Napanee be- tween Belleville/Kingston. Lot size 100' x 245' 2-BEDROOM, with 3 piece, fireplace and deck; Arbor Covered patio, all pine in- terior with Cathedral Ceilings. 1- BEDROOM, with 3 piece,deck. Bunkie/trailer in wooded area in- cluded. Access from both Cottag- es to a Central patio. 30' Water deck with 2 docks. Great fishing, boating. Deep water,beautiful view! 905-725-3785 or 613-354- 0923 LAKE SIMCOE-COTTAGE or Residential Properties. Keswick, Sutton, Beaverton areas, Lake- front or Lake Access, Free email updates on properties. Let a real estate professional help you find the location of your dreams. In- quiries and personal viewings welcome. New listings every day and the season has just begun. Don't miss out on your "perfect" recreational property. Call me now. Christopher Milley, Sales Representative, Century 21 Pre- mier Realty Inc. - Brokerage. 1- 877-476-2121, chrismilley@ rogers.com. GRASS ACREAGE WANTED, not for development, up to $300/acre. (905)665-4684 HEATED BUILDING - 16' high walls, 2 rooms 25' x 30' @ $750/month plus GST, plus up to 2,000 sq. ft. cold storage. Available June lst. first/last re- quired. Newcastle area, 1/2 km from Hwy 401. Call 1-800-987- 1445 ext. 100 OFFICE SPACE for rent: Picker- ing (Brock & 401): 623 sq ft. In- cludes: 3 offices plus washroom plus reception. Free parking. (905)686-1040 ext. 225 PRIVATE FURNISHED Office Space, Oshawa/Whitby. In shared environment. Includes: Hi-Speed Internet, Conference Room, Kitchen,401, Train, Tr ansit. Free parking. (905)448- 2197 ext 210 Durham Region's only INDOOR SKATEPARK is for sale - Established in 2005 this success- ful facility is well equipped and growing everyday- Skateschool - pro shop - summer skate school Asking $ 99,900 Bruce Baird Sales Representative Century 21 Infinity Realty Inc. Brokerage - 905 579-7339 JOB AT HOME.$487.68 Weekly. Assemble Products, Mail or Com- puter Work. Free Details www.TopJobReview.com write CHRJobs: 372 Rideau St, #916, Ottawa ON, K1N 1G7 Ref# A15 1-800-351-5120 $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 APPROVED!! EASY 1st, 2nd,100% financing, no income verification, bad credit, bankrupt- cy. uMax Mortgages, Stephanie Young 416-744-8880 or 1-800- 205-9227 BEAT THE BIG BANKS - 1st and 2nd's PRIVATE LENDERS, ALL CREDIT IS OK. BETTER OPTION MORTGAGE CORP. 905-683-1900. 1-888-5-BETTER. www.betteroptionmortgage.com CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.1 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986 PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- ers (1+1) BDRM, renovated, Oshawa, large, bright, in tri-plex bldg, fenced yard, Jacuzzi tub, laundry, shed, quiet street, park- ing, July 1. $715-incl. first/last, ref. (905)571-5814. (2) BED. APT.$795+hydro and (3) BED. APT. $1100+hydro. in Oshawa. Pet Friendly. Close to Mall, 401, Downtown and Bus. Parking, Laundry, Backyard, Quiet neighbourhood. First/last. 905-243-4850 (day) 905-983- 5356 (evening) FREE $30 gift card included! 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, $795 & $895/month inclusive, July/Au- gust 1st. Immaculate newer building in decent Oshawa neighbourhood. Prefer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448- 0390, 905-439-8893 1 BDRM APT.,fireplace, big kitchen, dish washer, separate entrance, parking, cable. Avail. July 1. Pickering,Brock/Delbrook. No pets. $750/month. (905)686- 5783 or (416)830-5740 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT, Oshawa, above retail store, newly renovated, exceptionally clean & quiet. "Not your average apart- ment". $790/mo-inclusive. Park- ing available. No pets/smoking. Avail immediately. 905-431-1552 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. in Pickering. Close to Pickering To wn Centre. $650/month. All utilities included. 905-424-4167 or 905-426-6365. 1 BEDROOM BSMT, PICKER- ING,in exclusive home. Single working person preferred. all in- clusive $700/mo, parking, available anytime. Call (905)420- 8376 1 BEDROOM,OSHAWA, newly renovated triplex. Main floor w/large deck, $750/mo+ hydro. New appliances, parking, large yard. Avail. immediately. Call 289-385-2703 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT., large windows, separate en- trance, 1 parking, $600+ 35% utilities. Available immediately. No smoking/pets. First/last, refer- ences. (905)424-3063. OSHAWA, SPRING SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & applianc- es, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop & amenities. Available June/July. 1-866-601-3083 or 905-432- 6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com SUMMER BLOWOUT !! Apt's Starting at $740 monthly Move-In Allowance + Incentives Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa New State of the Art Balconies New Roof ✲New Corridor Carpeting Full Security System ✲ 24/7 on Site Staff FREE UTILITIES ✲FREE PARKING SENIOR DISCOUNTS GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT Call for more information 905-728-4993 e & oe WWW.FIDELITYPM.COM What More Can We Do? ... Let Us Know 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. 33 & 77 FALBY CRT. AJAX On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT Private entrance Centrally located $900/month 905-995-0887 2 BEDROOM CONDO available immediately in Bowmanville. $950/month. 5 Appliances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own. Call Jennise (905)697-8261 2 bedroom furnished bsmt apt. No pets/smoking. $1000 or 2 rooms @ $125/wk each. Avail. July 1. Close to bus/shopping. Call 905-404-2543 or cell 905- 410-5303 2-BDRM BSMT,sep. entrance, a/c. Close to Pickering Town Centre, Go & schools. No smok- ing/pets. $900/mo inclusive. Avail. June. Call (416)833-0714 2-BDRM in triplex. Wilson/Ade- laide area, Oshawa. Available Aug 1st. Quiet, backs onto ravine. Excellent condition. No smoking/pets. Lots of parking. Suitable for retired persons. (905)728-3448 2-BEDROOM APTS FOR RENT, excellent location. Very clean building. Available June 1st. $850/mo. inclusive, first/last. NO pets please. Oshawa. Call Steve (905)436-7916 2-BEDROOM NORTH OSHAWA, Rossland/Ritson. Newer well maintained clean, quiet adult life- style building. Suits retired/ma- ture working adult. $890 inclusive no pets. Available. (905)720- 2352. 3 BEDROOM,central air, in- ground pool, laundry facilities, garage, Bowmanville, $1185 all inclusive. Available July lst. (905)718-0244. 3-BDRMS, Upper level Wil- son/Bond, Oshawa, avail July 1st. $1200/mo inclusive. 1-parking, laundry. Close to bus & all amenities. First/last. Call (905)718-6605 leave msg. A NICE 2-BDRM.Simcoe North Russett, Oshawa- Newly deco- rated, well-maintained quiet 12-plex, small building Close to bus/shopping. Laundry, cable, heat, water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576-2982. AJAX - spacious 2 bed. base- ment apt. Large kitchen, sep. walkout entrance, 4 appliances, own laundry, one-parking. First/last $1000/mo. No pets/smoking, Available immedi- ately. 416-567-7519. AJAX 2-bedroom basement, 4-pc bath. Rossland/Westney. Separ- ate entrance. Laundry, parking. No smoking/pets. $850 inclusive. First/last. References. July 1. (905)427-4881 AJAX, 1 BEDROOM, large, bright basement. Close to bus, highway and shopping. Large kitchen, 4 piece bath. Shared laundry. Parking. No smok- ing/pets. $875 inclusive. July 1st. 905-686-2239 or 905-409- 6133. AJAX,1-bdrm walk-out bsmt, new kitchen, parking, access to backyard. Avail. immediately. No smoking. Hwy #2/Salem Rd area. Call (416)908-8009 AJAX, 3 BEDROOM,bungalow, upper level, walk to lake, fridge, stove, laundry, $1500 inclusive. 905-409-5424, (705)738-6412 AJAX,3-bedroom main floor, 4 appliances, close to schools & shopping. $1100/mo+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. July 1st. Call Richards days 416-601-7858, evenings & wknds 905-686-9662 AJAX, BRIGHT 2-BEDROOM basement apartment, own en- trance, living/dining area, full bath, kitchen, tile/wood, alarm system, own laundry. $850/mo includes utilities. July 1st. No smoking/pets. (905)426-5435. AJAX, HWY. #2/CHURCH , lar- age 2 bedroom basement. Shared laundry. Storage room. Par king. No pets/smoking. First/last. $950/month inclusive. Available August 1st. Call 905- 427-8297. AJAX, LARGE bright 2-bedroom walkout basement, family, stor- age room, eat-in kitchen, fridge, stove, large bathroom. First/last, No pets. Suit working sin- gle/couple. $950/month-inclusive Available immediately. (905)431- 4969, (905)438-0122. AJAX,Pickering Village, large 2- bedroom, upper duplex, $995.00 first/last, July 1, Close to hwy 401/Go, Fridge, stove, parking in- cluded. Utilities extra, no smok- ing, no dogs. (905)576-5163 AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY#2,1 bedroom basement apartment. $725 with utilities. Parking. A/C. No pets/smoking. July 1st. Ref- erences. First/last. 416-566- 1605. ALEXANDRA PARK,OSHAWA 1&2 bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovat- ed, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, inter- com. Parkview. Near Hospital. No pets. (905)579-9439. AVAILABLE JULY 1ST Spa- cious 2-bedroom basement, Pick- ering Village on bus route. Near amenities. 2 parking, utilities, ba- sic cable, hi-speed internet in- cluded. $950/month. No smok- ing/pets 905-683-1202. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms Please call Mon - Fri 9 am-5 pm Evening by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BRIGHT, SUNNY 1 bedroom basement. Clean, quiet home. Separate entrance. Laundry. Parking. Cable. TTC. $670 inclu- sive. Ellesmere/Markham. 416- 697-8129 CENTRAL OSHAWA Duplex, 3- bedroom upper unit, Freshly paint, new carpets, newer appli- ances, $925 all inclusive. First/last, references. (905)260- 4208. CLAREMONT/ASHBURN - one upstairs bedroom apartment in private home. Seperate entrance, parking, non smoker, no pets, heat included, hydro extra $675. July lst. (905)649-3082. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 am - 5 pm Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE, SPACIOUS lower floor 2 bedroom in 3 plex. Laun- dry on site, not pets. $800 plus utilities. 1st/last month required (905-410-2352) COURTICE- Bright 2-bdrm. apt. To wnline/Bloor area. Near amenities, schools, park. $825/mo., appliances/utilities incl. First/last. Avail. August 1. 905- 404-8548 or 905-431-5958. HAMPTON,large clean upgraded 1-bdrm bsmt, quiet dead end street, $750 includes utilities, fridge/stove, laundry, fireplace, a/c, hot-tub & paved parking. Call Pat (905)263-2228 LOVELY 1-BEDROOM apart- ment. $700/inclusive, Heat. Hydro. Parking and laundry. Non-smoking. Available July 1. Call Paul 705-875-2166 MODERN CLEAN quiet non smoking adult lifestyle one bed- room and one bedroom plus of- fice. No dogs. Available August lst. Call (905) 725-1052. NORTH Oshawa - 3 bedroom, July/August. One bedroom July. Clean, family building. Heat, hy- dro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,2 bedroom $800. and 1 bedroom $750. for rent. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 905-435- 0703 or 416-902-1174 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. From $775/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA 2 bedroom apt, quiet, main floor. Parking, storage, laundry. Near shopping/transit. Avail Aug 1st. $875/includes heat/water. Credit check req'd. (905)579-7581, (905)728-1612. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9095, 905-260- 9085 OSHAWA Bright & Clean 2 Bedroom Apartment at Park & Montrave 647-688-4597 OSHAWA Clean, new building. 2-bedroom apt $862, avail July and August 1st. Appliances, park- ing & utilities included. 905-438- 9715. OSHAWA NORTH,gorgeous 3- bedroom main floor of house, SENIOR-LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded area in the city, beauti- ful lawn, ample parking, $1100/month, heat/hydro includ- ed, May 1st (905)723-7291. OSHAWA NORTH.Walking dis- tance to Oshawa Centre. 3-bdrm mainfloor, $1300/incl. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, great neighbourhood, avail July 1st. No smoking. (905)492-1066 OSHAWA Olive/Ritson. 1/2 of house for rent, near bus & school. 2 bedrooms, $700/mo. 1 bed- room basement, $600/mo. OR entire house $1200+utilities. Available immediately. Call (905)576-3924 OSHAWA one bedroom, last one, large immaculate, laundry, security/camera. $750/incl. First/last. No dogs. Available now. To view property: www.viewrental.piczo.com Call Albert 905-213-0524. OSHAWA top floor-house 1- bdrm, Park/Adelaide area. Walk to O/C. No laundry No pets, smokers OK, $725-inclusive. Avail July 1. First/last. ALSO Bachelor, $570/mo. Simcoe/Ele- na. No smoking/pets. Dan Plow- man 905-449-3777. OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,low- rise building. 1-bdrm apt $680/mo+hydro, avail. June 1st. 2-bdrm apt, $780/mo+hydro, avail. July 1st. Appliances, laun- dry facilities and parking included. Call 905-434-7931. OSHAWA,Central Park S., 2 bedroom, 2nd floor of nice home, $760/mo utilities and appliances included. Available immediately. Suitable for 1-2 people. Call (905)786-2223 OSHAWA,Par k/ Adelaide, 2 bed- room basement, includes laundry, air, cable, $825 inclusive, no pets/smoking, first/last required, Call 905-655-2276 for appoint- ment and leave message. OSHAWA, SPRING SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1 & 2, avail. in adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. June/July. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA- HARMONY/KING - 3 bedroom main floor apartment with hardwood floors, gas fire- place & three appliances- $1200.00 month- includes utilities,cable & parking. Laundry available .Steps to bus, shopping, schools and easy access to 401.On bus route to collage and university. No Smoking /Pets. First/Last. Avail. July 1st. (905) 441-4461 PICKERING EXTRA Large 2- bedroom basement apartment with separate entrance, laundry, parking. lst/last, $975. mo., inc. July lst. (905) 420-9949 + 2 fur- nished rooms $600/$650 respec- tively PICKERING GO/LAKE Nice 1 bed. quiet bsmt. apt. Heated ceramic tile floors. Suits single/ non-smoker. Includes util, sep. entr, parking, cable, laundry. Fresh Designer paint, soundproof. No pets Ask $670/mo. Avail Now Art: 905-420-3751 PICKERING, EXECUTIVE HOME 1-bedroom basement. Separate entrance, laundry, A/C, Central Vac $750/monthly all in- clusive, cable/parking. No smok- ing/pets Available immediately. 905-420-9187 (evening). 416- 601-6064 (daytime). PICKERING, KINGSTON/DIXIE, Private entrance. Immaculate basement apartment. Huge bed- room, family room, living room, laundry, parking, A/C. Non- smoker. NO pets. Call Paul 416- 543-7378. PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Large 3 bdr. in well kept, quiet 3-story apt build- ing. Balcony, parking, Security Video. No pets. Call 905-985- 3096, 905-430-7816 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 July 1. Call Dave (905)655-3624 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! May 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) SENIORS WELCOMED BOND ST. E. available June 15th/July 1st. 1-bedroom and 1-bachelor, clean, bright, newly painted. Close to shopping/bus. Laundry on site, safe neighborhood. Asking $690/$550 respectively. Call 438-0558. STOP! BEFORE YOU call a landlord, call a Mortgage Broker. You may qualify for a mortgage that costs the same amount as the rent you are about to pay! Bad Credit? No Down Payment? No problem. Call Jason MacDer- mid at 905-655-9304 today! Mortgage Intelligence, a GMAC Company. www.primerates.ca TOWNLINE Courtice/Oshawa upper of house 3-bedroom, 5 ap- pliances, new flooring, no smok- ing, no large pets, garage. Great neighbourhood. $1100+ 2/3 utilities. Immediate. 905-985- 8986. VERY QUIET 1-BEDROOM bachelor, 9-ft ceilings, mainfloor century home. Private entrance, patio, parking. Oshawa. Suit one person. No smoking/pets. $650 all inclusive. Also basement apt. $550/mo. Leave message 905- 434-7012 WESTNEY/SULLIVAN, AJAX New 1 bedroom plus living room, basement apartment. Separate entrance & laundry. Parking. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. $750+utilities. Call Mujeeb at 416-666-2649. WHITBY 3-bdrm main floor, shows well, quiet family area. $1250/mo+60% utilities. Large 1- bdrm bsmt, $800/mo inclusive. AJAX bachelor $650/mo inclu- sive. Call Bo Gustafsson, Sales Representative, Sutton Group To w er Reality, 416-783-5000 WHITBY SPACIOUS and bright, renovated 2 bedroom apt., in 5-plex, located in downtown Whit- by, 1 parking, central air, laundry facilities, $830, first & last, avail. July 1st. Call Joan at 905-404- 7861. WHITBY - 2 bedroom suites from $950 per mo. all inclusive. Close to all amenities. Office hours 9 - 5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY - BROCK/HWY. 2 - Large bright 1-bedroom+den bsmt. Own entrance, parking, laundry a/c, cable. Near amenities. No pets/smoking .$800/mo. inclusive. Available asap. 905-668-2362. WHITBY -Ve ry large, clean, 1 bedroom bsmnt. apt. Thick- son/401. Laundry, parking. No pets/smoking. $850/mo. inclusive. Available immediately. Call 905- 435-3404 or 416-676-9077. WHITBY CENTRAL, DUN- DAS/BROCK,Large 2 bed- room, quiet small building, no smoking/pets, June 1, $939 plus hydro. Occupied mostly by sen- iors. Parking, laundry. (416)438- 4895. WHITBY extra large 2-bdrm apt, large living and dining rooms, 2 walkouts to patio, private yard, laundry facilities, parking, walk to lake or GO, near 401, well-kept building $1000 heat/water includ- ed. Avail July lst. 905-655-3125 WHITBY NORTH WEST,upper duplex 2-bedroom. Newly paint- ed, Carpet, private driveway and backyard, carport, coin laundry no pets. Near everything. $950/inclusive. Available now! 905-668-8967, 905-668-8667. WHITBY SOUTH - Spacious 2 bedroom $890. Laundry, first/last, near Go, Avail July 1st.. Daytime viewings Mon-Fri References. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY,1-bedroom apartment for rent, $700/month, 2 bedroom $825/month, plus hydro. (Cray- don & Dundas) First & last re- quired. Phone days 905-432- 4365, evenings 905-668-4016 WHITBY- Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious, carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities includ- ed. Avail. now. First/last/no pets. 1-bed. $800; 2-bed. $925; 3-bed $1050, 905-767-2565. WHITBY….BRAND NEW Apart- ment SHOWS AMAZING for Rent in Family Neighborhood, Close to schools, shopping, Tran- sit, Appliances/utilities/laundry in- cluded. $800 month Call Jarrod (416)457-1722 -AA ABA-DABA-DOO-Own your own home, no down payment re- quired, from $525/month. WHY RENT? 4.90% OAC. $33,000+ family income, up to $25,000 cash back . Call Ken Collis Bro- ker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 kencollis@ sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM SEMI,N/E Oshawa, 4 appliances, 2-car parking, brand-new bathroom, very clean. Excellent for small family or couple. All inclusive, $1150/mo. Available July 1st. (905)721-0122 BEAUTIFUL HOUSE, 3 BDRMS. Quiet neighbourhood, Northwest Oshawa. $1080/month Available July 1st. 905-431-4033. WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses & townhouses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appt. required. Drop in TODAY! Ask about our “Move-in incentives” & “Open Houses” TOWNHOUSES Oshawa - Carriage Hill, 122 Colborne St. (Colborne & Mary) 905-434-3972 Tau nton Terrace 100 Taunton Road, East Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 Uxbridge - Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) 905-852-2534 APARTMENTS Regency Place Apartments 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) 905-430-7397 Whitby - 534 Mary St. Apts 534 Mary St. E. (Mary ST. & Hickory St) 905-666-2450 Whitby Place 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 A WHITBY 3 BEDROOM bunga- low. 1 1/2 bath, finished base- ment, car port, huge backyard. Great neighborhood, close to schools. $1350 plus utilities. 905- 665-1706 A1 PICKERING, near Go Station, 3-bedroom main floor $1150/mo+ 2-bedroom lower level, $850/mo+ available immediately (nego- tiable). Includes parking, air con- ditioning, appliances, dishwasher, (416)917-4614 AJAX Harwood/Bayly. Large 3 bdrm. bungalow, upper level. Newly decorated, new kitchen, Laundry, parking, near all amenities. $1150/mo. + utilities. Avail. immediately. Call 905-509- 2335 or 905-903-2335 after 4pm. AJAX, HARWOOD/BAYLY,3- bedroom bungalow, 4 appliances, a/c, near all amenities, fenced yard. $1150 plus utilities. Available July 1st or sooner, first/last, no dogs. (905)683-0799 BAYLY/BURCHER, 3 bedroom house, newly renovated, A/C, hardwood. Close to amenities. $1100+60% utilities. First/last. Available immediately. Call 416- 721-5319/647-222-6597. HOUSE FOR RENT, or rent to own. New home (raised bunga- low, double car garage), available July. Country living with park like setting. Main floor..laundry, two bedrooms, (master bedroom with ensuite bath), kitchen with w/o to deck, two piece bath, lower floor, 2 bedrooms, complete bathroom, work area. Central air, heat air exchanger, all appliances. Rent - $1,500 inclusive. Rent to own (to be negotiated) Can be seen at www.handymanns.ca (11 Pigott Lane, Orono) For further informa- tion (905) 983-5341 or (905) 983- 5633. HOUSE IN OSHAWA,2-bdrm plus 1, 2-storeys, finished base- ment, two full bathrooms, garage, $1000+utilities, first/last, available July 1. Call Lise or Kevin after 6pm, 905-666-9571 N. OSHAWA,Rossland/Waverly, beautiful 3-bedroom semi, 1.5 baths, finished recroom, large re- no'd kitchen, comb. lr/dr, $1150/month+ utilities. Call Pat Mapplebeck at Career R.E. Ser- vices Ltd. Brokerage 905-723- 6918 NEWCASTLE new 1860's reno post & beam exec home, 42 acs w/pond/stream, 2bd, ss appl, near 401, $2000+, for appt call 905-472-6660, to view photos: http://www.brosz.net/Property/ 1139Newtonville NORTH OSHAWA,beautiful 3- bdrm bungalow, living/room, a/c, newly renovated large fenced yard behind park. No smok- ing/pets. $1300+utilities, first/last/references. Avail. July 1. Short-term lease avail. (905)721- 9789 (905)922-4751 NORTHEAST OSHAWA 3-bdrm semi, 838 Greenbriar Dr/Hillcroft. Immaculate condition, 5 new ap- pliances, central vac/AC, cable, landscaping/snow removal includ- ed. $1150/mo+75% utilities. Avail immediately/July. No smok- ing/pets. (905)434-6609 O$$ DOWN (oac)own this 3 bedroom home, new kitchen, new bath, finished rec. room. $1100 /month includes mortgage, taxes heat, hydro and water - Why rent? Call Bill Roka, Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 OSHAWA -2 bedroom bunga- low, 4 appliances, lst/last, near park and hospital, $l,000 plus utilities. Available July lst. (705)932-7519. OSHAWA 3 bdrm upper of house. Laundry, parking, all ap- pliances included, quiet neighbor- hood. No smoking/pets. Credit check. First/last. 1-yr lease. $1150+utilities. Avail immediately. Call Joe 1-866-595-3315, 416- 419-1924. OSHAWA CLOSE TO Rossland /Stevenson, main floor 3-bed- room bungalow, $1300 all inclu- sive, first/last, available now, non smokers,(905)721-9004 OSHAWA RITSON/TAUNTON, very clean 3-bedroom detached 3 yrs old, garage, appliances, fenced, air conditioner, en suite, available July, $1300+. Condolyn Mgmt. (905)428-9766 PICKERING – BROCK/FINCH 3 bdrm upper. Clean, bright, de- tached. Large deck, 1.5 bath, laundry, 4 appliances, a/c, garage. No smoking/pets. $1145+gas+2/3 hydro. July 1st. 905-579-7138. PICKERING / LAKE,2 storey de- tached, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, liv- ing dining, walkout, large kitchen, basement, sep. ent. 1 bed apt. cac, immediately. $1550 plus. (905)239-1122 PICKERING WATERFRONT, Small House Nice View, One Bedroom, Jacuzzi, Completely Renovated. Launch your canoe. Suits professional couple. Available June 15 $1,200.00 plus utilities. Call 416-991-2825 PICKERING, BROCK RD./HWY 2. 4-bedroom detached house plus den, appliances, $1350+ 70% utilties. Avail. immediately. First/last. References. (416)- 458-4598 (905)686-1650. PICKERING, BROCK/MAJOR Oaks, 3 bedroom house, freshly painted, clean, 5 appliances, a/c, double driveway. Balcony off din- ing room. Front patio. No pets/smoking. Amenities. Available. $1300/month. 905- 686-6684. PICKERING: SMALL FARM home for rent, 2 bedrooms, bath- room, kitchen, living room, laun- dry room & garage. $850/month+ utilities. Available mid June. Pam (905)887-1024 RENT TO OWN - Low Down Pay- ment, Easy Qualifying, Seller Will Finance. Choose Your Dream Home Today. Visit http:// www.HomeOwnerSoon.com or call 1-866-702-4334. WHITBY north border, fabulous 4-bedrooms, main/upper floor, 2-1/2 baths, near all amenities. 3- car parking; fenced yard, quiet crescent. no pets/no smoking $1250+. July lst. (905)665-7823 WHITBY, GARDEN/HWY 2,3- bdrm semi, appliances, fenced, air conditioning, available July $1300+ Condolyn Management (905)428-9766 WHITBY, OTTER CREEK de- tached, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, garage, walk to park, schools, quiet street, July lst tba. Nicely decorated, $1,350. (905) 509- 2141. WHITBY,Upper floor, 3 bed- room, 2 bathrooms, laundry, air, close to schools, shopping. Quiet area, $1400 inclusive. Available July 15. call 905-409-6404 WHITBY-Garrard/Taunton, large private lot, 2 bedroom, laundry, separate garage, $1150 & utilities. Available July 1. Close to all amenities. Call (905)424- 1673. 3-BEDROOM Whitby townhome. 2 bathrooms, eat in kitchen, 6 ap- pliances, central location, $1290/mo. Available July 1st/06. Call 905-430-7099 BRAND NEW MOVE in Town- house (Bayly & Harwood) right in front of all amenities. 2 bedrooms (skylight). June 15. $1300+ utilities. Joey, 416-419-1575 GEORGIAN STYLE TOWN- HOME, Central Whitby, 3-bed- rooms, 2 bathrooms, 6 applianc- es, c/a, c/v, finished bsmt w/gas f/p, no pets. Available JULY LST. $1500/month. fULLY FUR- NITHSED $1800 PER MO. (905)430-0404 GREAT HOME AWAITS great tenants, Oshawa. New 3 spa- cious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large eat-in kitchen. 6 applianc- es, close to schools, lake, $1200+utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Aug 1st. (905)576-5253 LARGE 3 BDRM. TOWNHOUSE in North Oshawa for rent. $1150/mo.+hyrdo. No smoking. No dogs. Avail. July 1. Phone 905-623-7882. OSHAWA SOUTH,To wnhouses 3-bedroom $975/mo+ utilities close to schools, shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom townhomes, renovated interior & exterior, available in friendly family-oriented complex. Immediate. $1095-$1195+utilities. 4 appliances, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. WHITBY, GREAT LOCATION! Open House 4 Renters, Sunday 2-4pm, Brock/Rossland. New 2- bedroom condo-townhouse, $1200/month plus utilities. Min- utes to 401, Go, shopping, rec centre. Call 1-888-702-7319 WHITBY- ROSSLAND/BROCK Freshly Painted. 3-Bdrm Town- house. Laminate Flooring. Walk- out to Backyard. Avail. Immed. $1300/mon + Util. Other Rentals www.durhamresidentialrentals.com Rose 905-999-7760, Nicole 905- 999-7368 WANTED - 2 bedroom bungalow apt. on THE ESPLANADE. I am not an agent. Call Lin 416-890- 3020. A SEPARATE ROOM for rent, Pickering, $375 inclusive, quiet home, available immediately, near shopping & amenities. Fe- male preferred. Call (905)426- 1974, leave message if not home. AJAX - 2 nice clean rooms, nice family, $375 & $400 monthly. Available immediately. Call (905)427-6106 AJAX HARWOOD/HWY 2 large room for rent, $500 inclusive w/in- ternet & cable. Available immedi- ately.Tony 416-574-6037. AJAX, BACHELOR APT.,fully furnished,own washroom/show- er, would be suitable for profes- sional. Available immediately. Own cable, phone. Negotiable. Call 905-428-6385. CLEAN FURNISHED ROOMS in quiet smoke-free adult lifestyle. west Pickering home, use of sep- arate kitchen & bathrooms, on- site parking, bus, no pets, refer- ences. (905)509-2459 HWY 2/WESTNEY,share kitch- en, laundry, private bath, cable, parking, available now. $480/month. (905)683-2664. LARGE CLEAN, FURNISHED room, close to OC. No pets. Share kitchen & bath, ideal for working person. First/last. Phone 905-436-1420. PICKERING SOUTH, Main floor of house, big and bright. Shared living room, kitchen, bathroom. Great backyard. Walk to GO train/beach. Close shopping. $350/inclusive. 416-706-1232. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE,Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet, parking included. Available imme- diately, lst/last, $450/mo inclu- sive, Viewing (905)433-4088. HWY 2/Solina Rd. Room $500. Also Furnished livingroom & bed- room $650/mo. Shared kitchen. Working person preferred. No smoking/pets. First/last. Pool & parking. Jacky 905-436-2160 NEW HOME - Ritson/Taunton, one bedroom, share house with one other, fully furnished, no pets/smokers, A/C, Satellite ++, female preferred, $600/inclusive. 1-866-835-8066. CLEARWATER FLORIDA, 3- bedrooms, fully furnished, air conditioned, manufactured homes. Close to beaches/major attractions, pool/hot tub. Children welcome. $375/wk (less than mo- tel). Photos shown in your home. (905)683-5503. BEAUTIFUL COTTAGES, 2 or 3 bedrooms overlooking Rice Lake, quiet, worry free, family getaway, Fishermen's dream. Ask about our stay free special. Call 905- 352-2675. CLEAN–KAWARTHAS – 1 and 2 bedroom cottages, available July 7th-14th, July 14th-21st and mid- August on. Birch Bend Cottages www.birchbendresort.on.ca Toll Free 1-866-638-7886 COTTAGE FOR RENT,Pigeon Lake North, 3 bedroom, good fishing and swimming, peddle boat, kitchen and bathroom. $550/week. (905)683-0799 12 foot hard top camping trailer. Loinel sleeps 6. Three way fridge and propane stove. No sink or canopy, some patches. $1200 used, as is. 905-655-3138, 289- 314-9162 A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, June 6, 2007 www.durhamregion.com Lovely private site with 32ft. Cobra trailer. Very clean. 2 decks, awning, storage building. MUST SELL!MUST SELL! make and offer. CALL 905-377-0361CALL 905-377-0361 PINNACLE PARKPINNACLE PARK (just north of Cobourg)(just north of Cobourg) 19 9 6 M A R A DA 19 9 6 M A R A DA 1996 MARADA (Model MX2-Bowrider) w/Trailer; 180 HP Mercruiser V8 White & blue. Low hours. Includes covers, stereo, safety equipment. Super clean. Good condition. Great family boat. 19 ft. boat perfect for touring, water skiing & tubing. Asking $9600 00 Call Judy at 905-476-8302 leave message 1990 36' MALLARD house trail- er. Sleeps 6, deck, awning, shed, full-size fridge, 4-burner stove. 2-30-lb propane tanks A-1 condi- tion. located Bewdley, Rice Lake. Negotiable. (905)723-4760 2003 TRAIL LIGHT Ultra Light 19-ft expandable trailer, sleeps 6, air, furnace, 3-pc bath, fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, stereo, BBQ, easily towed w/mini- van. $12,900. Jim (905)623-8827 2004 FORD REGAL 22 FT., RV, fully loaded, excellent condition, certified, 77,000KMS. (905)433- 2942 or (905)259-2942. 2000 COLEMAN Bayside Elite, Tent trailer, sleeps 8. Large Add- A-Room. Furnace, 3 way fridge, hot water, 2 stoves, asking $9500. Call (905)987-1871 38 FT. TRAILER,2 pop-outs, with great view of Lake Chem- ong, 1 hr. from Oshawa, Skyline Park.2007 fees paid, Asking $10,500. call 905-432-7586. 12' ALUMINUM BOAT 15HP Yamaha motor and trailer, swivel seats, trolling motor, cover, rod holders, etc included. $3900 o.b.o.Call (905)725-0729 16FT FISHING BOAT,75hp Mer- cury engine & trailer. $1500. (905)420-2443 or cell (416)655- 5104 1992 20" CUDDY CAB MONT- ERY, very low mileage, 4.3 V6 In/Out Board, CB, VHS, Stereo, Fish finder. $10,000 OBO. Willing to trade for Motorcycle. Call (905)697-5946 2 1995 GTX seadoos with double bunk trailer. Great condition with low hours. $6500 o.b.o. Call 905- 434-5686 92 RINKER 24' Cabin cruiser, V8, 5.7L, Bravo 2 out-drive, AFT cab- in, fridge, standing pumpout washroom, sink, shorepower, great shape, very economical $20,000 o.b.o. Trailer included. (905)404-2861, 905-432-0580 LOST CAT:Orange male cat, answers to Freddy (Fredericton). Pickering Beach Road/Rollo Drive area, Ajax. Missing since June 3/07. 905-686-5738. WOULD YOU LIKE to meet that special someone, SWF would like to meet SWM, with good sense of humor, LOVES DANCING, MOVIES AND TRAVELING, (64-68) Serious replies call and leave message and phone num- ber at: 1-800-692-3269 #321886 RESPONSIBLE home childcare, 18 years experience, infants-10 years. First-Aid/CPR, creative play and outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine (905)683-0352 VERY REASONABLE child care, Brock/King St, mature full-time babysitter, access to indoor pool, close to parks/library, infant to 10yrs, for information call Susan 905-683-1036 PSYCHIC READER & ADVISOR Palm - Tarrot - Crystal Ball. No life without problems ~ No problems without solutions. Pri- vate & Confidential. (905)721- 8437 $39.99 TELEPHONE SERVICE. $20.00 Unlimited Long Distance. Tr ansfer current phone number free. $39.99 New Activations. Toll free 1-866-391-2700. A Neigh- bourhood Connection. +CARPET CARPET CARPETS 3 rooms carpeted with Berber carpet and premium pad from $389 (30 yds). 12mm laminated flooring special @ $1.69 sq. ft. 52 oz. cut pile carpet installed with pad from $2.30 sq. ft. Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- 242-3691 ; 905-373-2260. 9 PIECE DINING room suite, Wood with a light oak finish. $800. Call Doug 905-839-2157. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call 416-524-2018. 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 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. TRUCK- LOAD EVENT! Brand New fridg- es $299/up. New stoves $349/up. New dishwashers $199/up. New dryers only $249. New washers $299. Large selection of recondi- tioned & new scratch & dent ap- pliances. Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250. Call 905-213-4669. ANTIQUES/ESTATE/CONTENT Moving out of Country, must sell. Can be seen at 131 Ontario St, Port Hope, 905-885-0035 To view on line visit: home.cogeco.ca/~tenseventeen CIRCULAR ABOVE ground pool. 15ft. x 4ft. includes pump, filter and all accessories. (Buyer to dis- mantle) $700. O.B.O. call (905)427-7741 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 COFFEE AND END tables, oval rug, George Foreman jumbo grill, sewing machine, bird cages. Everything under $100. 905-619- 2291. DELUXE CHINCHILLA cage $100, various fishing rods and reels for $25 each (pd. over $50 each), lap top computer $600 (Toshiba Tecra M1, mobile Intel 1.6 GHz/40gb, 512 mb, ex- pandable to 2gb memory, cdrw/dvd -5400rpm 40gb, wire- less connectivity suite, v.92 56k modem, excellent buy well worth over $1,000). 905-837-9213. DOLLS FROM YOUR CHILD- HOOD:Canadian-made dolls from Regal, Reliable, Dee an Cee, Star and others. Collector clearing out. Mary Poppins, Baby Brenda, Kimmies, Betsy Wetsy, Colourful Candy, Laffy Cathy, Tear Drops, Teeny Tiny Tears, M.C. Hammer, I Dream of Jean- nie (1997). Many in original clothes and boxes. Looking for something in particular? Call and ask. 705-745-9643 ENGAGEMENT ring for sale. Worth $3200 want $1500. Less than a year old. Appraisal papers. Call 905-999-5955 or 905-424- 0083 FREE RENT - Vendors wanted at Courtice Flea Market. Book by June 30th and receive one month free rent. Call 905-436-1024 or visit: www.courticefleamarket.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- ers, all sizes and shapes, $399 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guar- anteed. 905-259-4514. www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB, LIKE NEW,24 jets, warranty, deluxe cabinet, TV, CD, DVD $2995. 905-409-5285. HOT TUB,a 2007 model, 5-6 person, LED light, waterfall, fully loaded, full warranty. Cost: $8,450, sacrifice $3,900. 905- 213-4669. MOTORIZED WALLHUGGER recline lift chair, $800. Transfer pole, $75. Tub chair, $45. Raised toilet seat, $20. Safety rails $20. Walker $200. Transfer chair $200. Karen 705-357-3896. MOVING SALE:antiques (figurines etc), kitchen set, liv- ingroom & familyroom furniture, lamps, lighting fixtures, garden & lawn furniture, lawnmower, snow- blowers, too much to list! (905)839-7740 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIANOS AND CLOCKS- 2007 models are here, Come in for great deals. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Accesso- ry package included. New in box. Cost $4395 sell for $1500. 905- 213-4669. PROSPECTOR TENT for sale - size 8' x 10', wall height 4', center height 7', complete with construc- tion, chimney hole and windows. $650 or best offer. Call (416)281- 6641, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. REACH FORKLIFT - Walk be- hind, electric, up to 3,000 lbs., Clarke, excellent condition, Has been serviced, comes with charg- er. Asking $2,990. (905) 260- 2797 or (905) 349-3335 AFTER 5, Will deliver on site. RENOVATION SALE, double mattress set & frame, Lazy Boy recliner, hallway consoles, dining room set, living room furniture. Call for appointment to view. 905- 435-2685. RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SALON FURNITURE,chairs, shampoo chairs, basins, and more. Call (905)440-4842. SATELLITE , UNEEK Electron- ics. FERN is sole operator. NO MONTHLY BILLS. Visit the first & best FTA store in Durham Sales- installations-support 226 Bloor St. E. Oshawa (905) 435-0202 www.uneekelectronics.com/ members/feedback.htm SIMMONS BEAUTY REST ad- justable single bed, like new, re- mote control head & foot up/down plus massage plus speed control (paid $2900) asking $950 obo. Call 905-728-1862 SUN WINDOWS AND DOORS: CASH AND CARRY SALE. Hundreds of items in stock. Resi- dential Exterior Steel Doors with decorative glass and lock, $299. Interior French Doors, Oak, Pine, $99. Bi-fold Doors, 30” and 36”, $45. 6’ Garden Doors, $535. Huge selection of vinyl windows in stock. 905-983-5178, 8207 Hwy #115, Orono (Mon-Sat) ** 705-738-1647 58 Duke St, Bob- caygeon (Thurs-Sun) The Annual General Meeting of: Grandview Children's Centre & Grandview Children's Foundation will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2007 4:00-4:30pm at 600 Townline Road South Oshawa L1H 7K6 RSVP by Monday, June 18 Telephone: 905-728-1673 Ext 2533 ADULT CINDERELLA costume needed, standard size in good condition. Please call Rhonda 905-720-4932 TEXTBOOKS NEEDED Durham College Penology and Youth Program. Please call 905-434- 8107 or 905-922-8107 WANTED - Motor 5.7 throttle body for '94 full size Chevy Blaz- er, good running condition. Call 905-434-0392. JR TINDERBLOXtm Firewood. SAVE $$$ and Time! Great for Campsites! 20 cu.yd., kiln-dried, hard-wood, offcuts. (905)888- 8820 tinderblox.com Fax: (905)888-8821. AFRICAN GREY Timmy Parrot for sale, very friendly, needs a good home with lots of attention, $1000 firm, with cage. 905-434- 0392. BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN retriever puppies. Experienced breeder since 1967. First shots, de- wormed, vet checked. Health guarantee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-6320. CHOCOLATE LAB puppies, born on St. Patrick's Day, ready now, sun or late evenings best, vet checked, records, first shots done, dewormed, weaned off mommy, eating well, looking for someone to love, $500 each, cash only. Call Bill 905-355-5226 or wedwards000@sympatico.ca GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies. Registered, vet checked, micro- chipped, world class German lines. Family raised, excellent temperament. Also young adult male, crate trained. Guaranteed. Call 705-786-0322. JACK RUSSELL puppies, 6-weeks old, first shots, de- wormed, tri-colour, short legs. Parents on site, family raised. Ready to go. $550. (705)742- 0388 west of Peterborough. KEESHOND PUPPIES looking for good homes. 1 male, 1 female. First & second shots, dewormed. Ready to go June 5. $300/ea. Call 289-314-3579 or leave message at 905-448-9539. LHASA-APSO & Lhasa-Apso Golden Retriever cross puppies for sale. also Shitsu/Bichon & Shitsu/Poodle crosses. Call Frances 905-718-0049 check pictures at www.kijiji.com Oshawa/Durham. PUREBRED GOLDEN RE- TRIEVER puppies for sale, vet checked, first shots and de- wormed, ready to go June 2nd, $600. 905-372-6366. SHI-POO PUPPIES for sale. $450 without needles, $500 in- cluding first shots, & dewormed. Ready to go. 905-728-8530 or 416-846-7754 YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. 1969 CHEVROLET BISCAYNE 2 Door Post, 350 small block, 4 Speed Manual Trans, Custom Headers ,Edelbrock High-Rise Aluminum Intake, Holley 650 CFM Carburetor $10.500.00 OBO. Call Tom @ 416-705- 1333. 1986 PONTIAC FIREBIRD V6 automatic, 108km excellent body, runs great, chrome rims, needs exhaust. $700 as is (905)576-2556 1987 MAZDA RX-7 Turbo, red exterior with grey interior, 37,000 original km, showroom condition, collectors sports car, $9,500. 905-433-1661, 905-404-1300. 1988 MAZDA RX7 convertible, 5 speed,southern car, never seen winter, excellent condition, $5,500 OBO. 1-416-453-1968 1992 BUICK REAGLE Grand Sport, 3.8 V6 with 238,000kms. In running condition but could be used for parts. $600. Call (905)697-5946 1992 CHEVY CAVALIER As is - New tires and New alternator Green - 230,000 km $1000.00 OBO Contact Terasa at 905-626- 5128 please call after 5! 1994 OLDSMOBILE Ninety Eight Regency Elite, 220,000kms, sin- gle family owned, forest green w//tan leather interior, power everything, 3.8L super charged engine, e-tested, $1,950 o.b.o. (905)579-1953 1996 OLDSMOBILE LSS super- charged, loaded, V6, leather seats, CD player aluminum wheels very clean 250k, runs excellent $1000 as is (905)576-2556 1997 SUNFIRE 2-door, 4-cyl, green, new tires, brakes, muffler, 199,000km $2700-certified. Call 905-623-2642 1999 CHEV MALIBU,leather in- terior, sunroof, requires new front bearings, 4 door, being sold as is. $1800.00 or OBO 905-985-4501. 2000 CAMRY excellent condition, certified, clean air check, ps, pb. pw, pd, tilt steering, cruise con- trol, 165,000 km, beige in/out. $8995. firm. Private (905)666- 5742 2000 CHRYSLER NEON LX - 4 dr., auto, fully loaded w/pl, pw, sunroof, keyless entry, remote starter, CD, a/c. 104kms. Certi- fied/e-tested. $4900. Call 905- 723-2600. 2000 HYUNDAI TIMBURON SE Sport, 130K, leather interior, auto, loaded, sunroof, all new carpet- ing. $9,500 o.b.o. e-tested. Call 905-259-7868 2001 CAMARO SS Convertible. 43K summer only km. Pewter on black leather. Loaded plus Facto- ry SLP upgrades. Rare and per- fect. One owner, Documentation, $29K Call 905-442-9022- 2001 NISSAN ALTIMA.Only 75,000 kms. Sale Price $10,495. Auto GXE-Model. Finished in Glacier Pearl 3 coat finish. 1 own- er, pampered from day 1. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, 2dr., standard, a/c, under 130,000kms, $4,995. 2001 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE, leather, loaded, under 150,000kms, $6,995. Call (905)697-0828 2001 TOYOTA CAMRY LE.Val- ue priced $11,990. Black on black leather. Every conceivable option possible. Pampered from day 1. 1 Owner.A very desirable high end vehicle. Only at AJAX NISSAN, 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2002 HYUNDAI SONATA, well equipped, mint condition, low km, silver exterior, black interior. Alarm, keyless, tinted windows. New brakes, tires, battery. E- tested and certified. $8,700. 647- 271-2969. 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO. Less than 30,000kms, P/brakes, P/Steering, P/Windows, P/locks, keyless entry, cruise control. Grey. $11,000. (905)728-2248 2002 PONTIAC FORMULA Fire- bird, 5.7L, auto, bright red w/char- coal interior, t-roofs, air, power group, 10-speaker premium sound system, rust proofed, no winters, 41,310-kms, $24,500- o.b.o. (905)433-1024 2002 TEAL ALERO, fully loaded. Mint condition, new tires, 110,000 km. $5,000. etched window insu- rance policy, $7,100 obo. 905- 985-8251. 2003 NISSAN MURANO'S.3 to choose form $19,990. All wheel driver CVT, state of the art trans- mission. All fully loaded. All priced for an immediate sale. All in mint condition. Only at AJAX NISSAN 10866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2006 NISSAN SENTRA SPECIAL EDITION. Only 18,000 kms. Value priced at $15,490. Balance of factory warranty until 2011. Automatic, fully loaded. Ve- hicle is almost new. Only at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA'S.Value priced at $18,990. Stop & com- pare. 6 to choose from. Various colours. A rare opportunity. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866- 304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit. 1-866-532-4245, or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Has the best cash deal for your good scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $ $125+ 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 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 2000 FORD 150 XLT, red, 4-dr, 6-ft open bed, flare side, 5.4 litre Tr iton V8, 168,000kms, e-tested, certified by Ford dealership. $12,500 o.b.o. Call 416-873-5727 2005 FORD F150,black, pick-up, auto, 9500kms. Take over monthly payments at 0% financ- ing, $465/month (39 payments left) or cash offer. Call 905-240- 1196 Ratna or leave message. TRUCK CAP for Ford short box (1993). Call 905-377-0361 even- ings and weekends. 1992 FORD E-150 econoline car- go van, burgandy red, excellent running condition, 170,000 kil., tow bar, asking $2,500. as is. (905) 668-4686. 1998 CHEV ASTRO LE,144 km, 8 pass., a/c, loaded. Well cared for.Asking $8,750. or best offer (905) 666-4473. 2003 KAWASKI Volcan Classic, 800 cc, charcoal grey, chrome, spoked wheels, hard saddle bags, windshield, light bar, Vance and Hines pipes, under 10 km, $8900, 416-998-9732. BODY WORK done at rea- sonable rates, complete paint jobs. Also including metal work, fiberglass, and body filler. Colli- sion repairs. Pick up and delivery. Call (905)903-7600 Discover Durham’s Most Reputable Upscale Agency Est. 1995 Quality time is our motto Serious Inquiries Only Now Hiring 725-2322 Open 9 a.m. Daily Discretion Guaranteed XCLUSIVELY YOURS 36DD Green-eyed blonde Sexy Seductive Sensuous SHAYNA Discreet & Independent 8a.m -6 p.m. 905-441-1661 ERICA Busty, Blue-Eyed Brunette Escape & relax with me Hours: 8am-7pm 905-242-0498 Sunday, June 10 Preview 9:30 A.M. Auction 11:00 A.M. Selling The Contents of a Belleville Home Pine Harvest Table & Chest of Drawers, Primitives, Oil Lamps, Interesting Garden Items to include Planters, Cast Iron Gates, Fountain & Patio Furniture, Rosewood Dining Ta ble, Leather Top Writing Table, Walnut Buffet, Carved Settee, Marble Top Tables, Gilt Console Table, Green Leather Sofa, Nu- merous Chests of Drawers, Sofas & Chairs, Oak Stacking Bookcase, Unusual Teak Fold- ing Desk, Mahogany Dining Table, Chairs & Break Front sideboard, Brass Bed, Vintage Radio, Tea Wagon, Mirrors, Lamps & Orien- tal Carpets. 15 Royal Doulton Tobys, Royal Copenhagen, Lladro, Coalport & Limoges Dinner Services, Art Glass, Cut & Press Glass, Sterling Silver & Silverplate, Jewellery to include TTC. Large Selection of Oils, Prints, Paintings & Watercolours. Collection of First Edition & Rare Books & Stamps. Indoor Yard Sale Sunday @ 9:30 A.M. For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, June 8th at 4:30 p.m. 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 The Property of Arlene and William White of Kirkfield plus others, solid oak hutch and corner cabinet, maple table and 6 chairs, modern round oak table and 4 pb chairs, 3pc chesterfield set, maple table and 6 chairs, bed chesterfield, glass top coffee and end table set, pine cannonball bed, modern bedroom suite, Yamaha FG 400A guitar, Hondo elec guitar, 27" GE TV, qty. of blue mountain, qty. of hair- dressing equipment, Farm Machinery - New Holland 518 manure spreader (top beater, new sides and apron chain), Fransguard rotary rake, Case 530 tractor (as is), Interna- tional 550 manure spreader (end gate and top beater), 531 International 3 furrow plow, Massey Ferguson #9 baler, dia- mond harrows, Gehl blower, Allied bale stooker, bale stook fork, 3pth loader, 10' Triple K cultivator, wheel rake, hydro poles, approx 230' of 4" steel pipe, steel stairs, 375 gallon water tote, 10Hp 3 phase Cameron air compressor (like new), 8x18 tandem axle trailer, HotPoint Fridge, Kenmore 24" stove, Kenmore dryer, Frigidaire apt size stacking washer & dryer, York River paddle boat, 5x10 box trailer with ramp and elec brakes, Qty of china, glass, house- hold & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com Open for viewing Thursday from 8:30 to 5 and 7pm to 9pm and Friday at 8:30 COUNTRY ESTATE AUCTION MAPLE GROVE SATURDAY, JUNE 16TH, 10:00 A.M. Selling the attractive and interesting collections of Sandra and the late Wally Campbell, on loca- tion at their beautiful estate property 3386 Ma- ple Grove Road North, 2 miles west of Bow- manville and 2 miles north of Hwy 2 (North of Nash rd.). PROPERTY SOLD OWNERS MOVING WATCH WED. JUNE 13TH FOR FULL LISTINGS Au ctioneers Frank & Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com ‘estate specialists since 1971’ Tuesday, June 12 Preview 4:00 P.M. Auction 6:00 P.M. Large Estate Auction to include Home Fur- nishings, Retro Furniture, Antiques & Collec- tor's Items. Large Amount of Glass, China, Books, Pictures & Jewellery. A Large & In- teresting Auction. Indoor Yard Sale Tuesday @ 4:00 P.M. For details go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS Selling Items of Bonnie McKee, Port Perry - Moving and Others At Malcolm Sale Barn, 13200 Old Scugog Rd. 1/2 Mile South of Blackstock, Ontario TUES, MAY 15, 5:30 PM 1984 Yamaha Motorcycle 84 vision ylcs (as is) • Elc. Gas Boy Gaspump m53 • Horse Drawn Scu- fler • Old Kitchen Cabinets & Chairs (1950s) • Steel Wheels • Old Church Pew (5.5' long) • Wick- er Chairs • Roll Top Desk • HK Tunstall • Mureno Glass • Wurlitzer Wall Box, Much More! BRUCE KELLETT (705)328-2185 or 1-800-986-4447 www.theauctionfever.com WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and, Collectables for a Whitby home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:Oak bench, side chair, pine cabinet, Duncan Phythe table and 6 chairs, rope bed, platform rocker, cedar chest, loveseat, maple table and chairs, fur coats, records, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other items. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068SAT. JUNE 9th - 10 a.m. AUCTION of Antiques, China, Coins, Collectibles, Furniture & Glass from a Scugog Is. Home, a Whitby Es- tate, a Richmond Hill home & others @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge L9P 1R2.Details on website garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 / 1-800-654-4647 Cell 416-518-6401 Auction Sale - Sat. June 9 @ 4 pm Haydon Auction Barn, 2498 Con Rd 8, Haydon ON From a Crooked Creek Home: China Cab., Bdrm Furn, Coffee/End Tables, Magazine Racks, Crocks, Good Glassware, Pictures,Wine Kit,Grinder, Carpenter Tools, Chainsaw, Misc Hardware etc.www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 ONTARIO TRADES GROUP INC Commercial & Residential Renovations Buildings, Rec-Rooms, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Custom Homes, Additions. "The leading edge in Renovations and Restoration" Call 905-404-6304 905-439-4902 • Minor/Major • Animal Damage & Removal • Chimney Repair • Skylight Repair • Eavestrough Repair 416-299-1788 LICENCED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ROOFING REPAIRS by RAPID TAC KOREAN ESCORT SERVICE Hot Sexy Busty Asian Girls BEST SERVICE, 24 HRS. 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All work guaranteed 905-839-8143 289-892-2921 PREP &PAINT Surface repairs before painting Interior / Exterior Wallpaper Off / On Standard & Faux Finishes, Casings Crown Baseboards Reliable-Clean- Reasonable Exc. References 905 626 0322 TBG Aluminum Siding ~ Soffit Facia ~ Eavestrough Free Estimates Call Bruce 905-410-6947 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor.Line 647-868-9669 ROMEO PAINTING Specializing in interior and exterior painting. Call now for free estimates (905) 686-9128 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 IMPERIAL TILE & BATH DESIGN *Complete Bathroom Renovation * Granite, Marble, Hanstone Counter Top & Professional Tile Installation 416-887-TILE (8453) CROSS MOVERS Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (905)683-5342 (416)423-0239 (905)239-1263 DOAEC MOVING/DELIVERY ✓ fully insured and bonded ✓ honest and reliable ✓reasonable rates (905) 426-4456 (416) 704-0267 CLEAN YOUR HOUSE only for $65. Available to clean your house include kitchen, living rooms, bathrooms first / second floor. If you want something extra we can help too. 905-666-9460 EMERALD CLEANING SER- VICE Licensed affordable house cleaning. Also available two night cleaners with over 20 years exp. Strip, burnish, wax. Call 905-668- 6351 www.emeraldcleaningser- vice.com Euro Cleaning Services * Houses *Offices *Apartments Experienced, Bonded & Insured Reasonable Prices Excellent Service For Free Estimate Call Elizabeth (416) 884-3658 LAURIE'S HOUSECLEANING I work alone. 21 yrs. in business. I do everything AND I also bring my own cleaners.Weekly, Bi-Weekly & Saturday's (905) 995-2248 (905) 426-3711 EXECUTIVE Sanding & Refinishing/ Stain. Carpet/ pre-finished hardwood/ parquet flooring/ laminates. 25 years experience. Free estimates. Vange 416-417-5087. Res: 416-759-4713, John 416-688-2526 The Canadian Mental Health Association Durham Branch Invites you to their Annual General Meeting Keynote Speaker: Kate Davis Ms. Davis is a successful (Award Winning) comedian, actress, speaker, writer, wife and mother. She is an engaging speaker who has the unique ability to find humour in any situation and offers creative solutions to defuse frustrations and promote a sense of balance for both in the workplace and home, from the corporate world to the bedtime story Thursday, June 28th, 2007 St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church 35 Church Street North, Ajax, Ontario 11:00 a.m. ~ Formal AGM 11:45 a.m. ~ Lunch Guest Speaker's Presentation 12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost: $30.00 (includes lunch & keynote presentation); $15.00 (for speaker only); Consumers pay $9.00 for lunch and speaker's presentation is free For more information or to register please contact: Christina Papadopoulos (905)436-8760 ext. 107 HARDWOOD FLOOR SPECIALIST Hardwood & Laminate Installations Sanding, staining and finishing of old floors 20 years experience Call John (905) 655-3492 (416) 220-4768 ARCTIC LAWN Landscaping Interlocking stone -Walkways -Driveways -Patios -Retaining walls -Garden design -Sod repairs Call (905)999-5465 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, June 6, 2007, PAGE B7 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com & RR EE CC RR UU II TT MM EE NN TT Book your Recruitment ad today Call 905 683-5110 PA R TNERSPARTNERS YourYour Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 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The DEAA championships go in Oshawa today (Wednesday). PICKERING — The Pickering Strikers girls’ under-10 rep soccer team brought home the cham- pionship trophy from the City of Vaughan Invitational (COVI) tournament for the second time in a row last weekend. The Pickering girls faced strong competition from five excellent teams with some of the games providing nail- biting moments. In the final, the Strikers scored a 3-2 vic- tory over Glen Shield Red to capture the championship. Shalena Ackerman scored twice to pace the Pickering squad. Heather Brownlee had the other marker. The semifinal was knotted at 1-1 at the end of regula- tion time. In overtime, the Strikers scored for the victory and the opportunity to move into the championship final. Brownlee and Sara Schole- field scored for Pickering. The Strikers dropped their tournament opener, 3-1 to Bolton. Megan Doll scored the lone Pickering marker. In Game 2, Pickering bounced back to blank Glen Shield Black 5-0. Ackerman led the way with a three-goal effort. Nikayla Rodney-Scar- lett and Nicole Laing scored the other Strikers’ goals. Pickering scorched Oakville 5-0 in Game 3. Doll and Brownlee led the way with two goals apiece. Laing netted the other marker. Goalkeeper Madison Tay- lor earned two shutouts in the tournament. Kailey Steinhausen and Nicole McMillen provided excellent support in setting up the goals to be scored, while Stephanie Tannis, Ashna Ganeshan and Fiona Leung had stellar defensive efforts. Pickering girls strike again NEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 PA OLOZZA, Teresa peacefully on Tuesday, June 5th, 2007 at the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax Site. Teresa beloved wife of the late Michael. Cherished Mom of Lia and her husband Gary and Enzo and his wife Molly. Devoted Nonna to Aaron, Kevin, Angelina, Carmela, Dana and Michael. Lov- ingly remembered by her brother Domenico and his family. The family will receive friends at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428-9090) on Thursday, June 7th from 2-4 and 7-9p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Bernadette's Roman Catholic Church, 21 Bayly Street East (Bayly & Harwood) on Friday, June 8th at 10:30a.m. Entombment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined, donations made to the Rouge Valley Health Cen- tre, Ajax Site, in Teresa's memory would be greatly appreciated by her family. ROACH, Daniel Peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday June 2, 2007 at Ajax Pickering Hospital at the age of 79. Survived by his loving wife Rita. Daniel is predeceased by his daughter Jo-Ann. He will be sadly missed by his brothers, sisters and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428- 8488 on Wednesday June 6, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel. Reception to follow. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly ap- preciated. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca ZADWODNY, Olive (nee Higgins) (WWII Veteran) At Rouge Valley Health Centre in Ajax on Sunday June 3, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Marian. Lov- ing mother of Wanda (John Puopolo), Jessica (Ron Reiter), and Michael Zawodny (John Miller). Proud grandmother of Bernadette Briand, Christopher Smith, Tracy Thompson (Baz), Troy Brown (Jen), Cory Smith, Rocky Puopolo (Rebecca), Daniel Puopolo, Matthew Puopolo (Jenny), Shawna Reiter (Jonathan Davis), Daniel Reiter (Asling Kinsella). Great Grandmother of Aisha, Justin, Lauren Ma- rie, Cheyenne, Montana, Autumn-Rhanne, Nicho- las, and Christian. Will be lovingly remembered by niece Ann Pierce (Chris). Great aunt of Jody, Jill and Biffy. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax ON (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Wednesday June 6, 2007. 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The Pickering girls faced strong competition from five excellent teams with some of the games pro- viding nail-biting moments. In the final, the Strikers scored a 3-2 victory over Glen Shield Red to capture the under10 division cham- pionship. Shalena Ackerman scored twice to pace the Pickering squad. Heather Brownlee had the other marker. The semifinal game was knotted at 1-1 at the end of regulation time. In overtime, the Strikers scored for the victory and the opportunity to move into the championship final. Brownlee and Sara Scholefield scored for Pickering. The Strikers dropped their tourna- ment opener, 3-1 to Bolton. Megan Doll scored the lone Pickering marker. In Game 2, Pickering bounced back to blank Glen Shield Black 5-0. Ackerman led the way with a three- goal effort. Nikayla Rodney-Scarlett and Ni- cole Laing scored the other Strikers’ goals. The Pickering under-10s scorched Oakville 5-0 for their second shutout of the tournament. Doll and Brownlee led the way with two goals apiece. Laing netted the other marker. Goalkeeper Madison Taylor earned two shutouts in the tournament. Kailey Steinhausen and Nicole Mc- Millen provided excellent support in setting up the goals to be scored. Meanwhile, Stephanie Tannis, Ashna Ganeshan and Fiona Leung provided stellar defensive efforts in the COVI tourney. Gittens credits his time with the national under-18 program as a big reason behind his scholarship op- portunity. In addition, he’s been part of the National Training Centre for Ontario and attended tryouts in England with Newcastle and with Scotland’s Hearts schoolboy teams. “The experiences made me a bet- ter soccer player,” he says. Last season, he played with the Olympic Flame under-17s of the Ontario Youth Soccer League -- the elite level of soccer in the province. This summer, he’ll play with the Va ughan-based Cruz Azul under-21s in the Ontario Soccer League. “That will prepare my body and my ability to play with older people,” says Gittens. “It’s an outstanding soccer league.” Gittens also performed double- duty in soccer for Ajax High School on the pitch this year, not only play- ing for the senior boys’ soccer team, but also serving as a coach with the junior girls’ soccer team at the school, which finished as runners- up in the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) playoffs this season. ✦ Gittens, from Page B1 Gittens going to Pennsylvania school Pickering Strikers bring home COVI soccer title again What’s going on in your community? Just click here Police volunteers honoured for local efforts By Jason Chamberlain DURHAM — The Durham Regional Police Service honoured its volunteers with recognition and education on Saturday. The event, held at Durham College in Oshawa, allowed police to show their appreciation for the support of their volunteers, while also educating them on pressing issues that are cur- rently facing the local communities. “Our volunteers are in a lot of crime- prevention programs, so it makes sense that we keep them up to date on crime trends,” said Susan Shetler, co-ordinator of the volunteer program and community services for the DRPS. “The big ones are the Internet and youth gangs.” Both issues were illuminated with presentations by guest speakers. Greg Scotchburn, program facili- tator for the Durham District School Board, enlightened volunteers on the potential hazards their children face on the Internet. “The goal is to make people aware of what young people are up to online and what adults can do to help the kids be safe,” he said. “Almost all the kids are online. Instant messaging is huge now and they’re creating their own Web pages. They might be revealing a lot of per- sonal information about themselves that should be kept private. Just like of- fline, parents need to know who their children’s friends are, who they’re hanging out with and what they’re up to.” Another issue facing local families is the increasing gang activity in Durham Region, a subject that was discussed by Steve Linn of the gang enforcement unit. “There are a lot of misconceptions about gangs. People get labelled as gang members for dressing a certain way,” said Mr. Linn. “This is to educate people on what to look for as far as graffiti, tattoos and the types of things the gangs are involved in. It’s not just a big city prob- lem anymore.” Though the guest speakers were a key part of the event, the focus was on celebrating the contributions of the volunteers. On hand to do so was Mike Ewles, the new chief of police for Dur- ham Region. “Volunteers are the heart of our community,” he said. “It’s my pleasure to recognize the years of service from the volunteers. They’re incredible community members and partners.” Forty-four awards were handed out as volunteers were honoured for their years of service, while two volunteers were named co-winners of the first ever “volunteer of the year” award. The award is dedicated to the mem- ory of late Staff Sergeant Roy Good. “He gave all kinds of volunteer ser- vice to the community,” said Ms. Shet- ler. “He was very active and he was very well known, so it seemed appro- priate that we named it in memory of him.” Connie Diamond, a volunteer of five years, was one of the winners of the award. “It’s an honour, I was totally blown away. Working with the com- munity has been a wonderful experi- ence.” 1Offer ends June 30, 2007, and is available in serviceable areas for $19.95/mo. for the fi rst 12 months. 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First and foremost, install smoke alarms on every floor and outside sleeping areas. Not only is it a safety matter, it’s the law for all homes, cot- tages and cabins in Ontario. Te st the smoke alarms on a monthly basis, or at least each visit, and pack a replacement alarm and extra batter- ies. Install carbon monoxide alarms and make sure they’re working, especially if there’s a fuel-burning appliance. Just like at home, develop and prac- tice a fire escape plan so everyone knows what to do if a smoke alarm sounds. Know the telephone number for the local fire department and your cot- tage’s emergency sign number in case of an emergency. Clean barbecues before using them and never leave cooking food unat- tended. Make sure all combustibles, as well as children and pets, are kept well away from the barbecue. Also, keep barbecue lighters and matches out of reach of children. For more tips, call the fire preven- tion office at 905-683-7791. Don’t forget safety at the cottage