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Councillors say they have to draw a line at waiving rental fees By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — When council wouldn’t cover a fee for a cultural celebration, a major developer did. Villerboit Holdings Inc. presi- dent Guery Goyo, developer of the upcoming Brookdale Centre Inc., was in attendance at a recent council meeting and watched the debate over waving fees for the celebration of India’s 60th anni- versary of independence. Shashi Bhatia, chairwoman of the Indo- Canadian Cultural Association of Durham (ICCAD), asked Council to wave the $1,365 rental fee for the Pickering Recreation Com- plex (where the anniversary will be celebrated), but the vote was lost 4-3. Mr. Goyo then chose to cover the fee himself. “I think it’s a great celebra- tion,” he said. “I was disappoint- ed when Council wouldn’t cover it.” Mr. Goyo said, with an Italian background, he knows the sig- nificance of cultural groups, and mentioned the help the City of Toronto gave the CHIN Picnic when it took off. “It’s a nominal fee anyway,” he added. Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Developer pays India celebration fees SCHOOL IS NOW OUT FOR SUMMER AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — During St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School’s playday, Sophia Alvero found a good way to keep herself cool. School is now out this sum- mer for thousands of students across Durham Region. ✦ See We’re, Page 2 PICKERING — The Youth Cen- tre’s Summer Drop-in program in- vites youth aged 13 to 19 to hang out and have fun while school’s out. They’ll get the chance to play games, sports, dance and make new friends. The free drop-ins are every Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. from July 4 to Aug. 29, excluding July 25, at the Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre at 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering. For more information, call 905- 428-1212 or visit www.theyouth- centre.ca. Summer fun for Pickering youth The Pickering 20 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ SUNDAY, JULY 1, 2007 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Happy Canada Day Board balances dollars with reductions to special education By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The Durham Catholic school board has balanced its budget, but at the expense of its remaining usable re- serves and cuts. Just more than $223 million, the budget was approved during the Durham Catholic District School Board’s June 25 meeting. To balance the books, it used its remaining $5.87 million in operating reserves and cut $5.5 million from other areas. “Well I’m really pleased with this re- port,” said Oshawa Trustee Joe Corey. “A couple of months ago, we were going to have quite the deficit.” Oshawa Trustee Fred Jones voted against approving the 2007/2008 estimates. “I’m not happy with the discretionary expenditures, particularly where more funds should have been allocated,” said Trustee Jones following the meeting. He wanted more resources to go to- ward student success, to help improve provincial scores, and toward information management. The shortfall comes follow- ing the depletion of usable reserves and enrolment decline. When the board completed its budget last year, it used $11 million from reserves. The year before it used $9.6 million. “So (2008/2009) we’re starting off with no reserves,” said Ryan Putnam, senior business official for the board in an inter- view. When the board finished last year’s budget, it had just more than $2 million left in its reserve for working funds. For the upcoming school year, the Cath- olic board anticipates having 3.7 per cent less students at the elementary level and 0.4 per cent at secondary. Reductions made in this year’s Catholic board budget include: • $2.8 million in teaching staff, of which $1.08 million is from special education. The amount represents 40 teachers, in- cluding 12 special education program sup- port teachers; • $550,000 in custodial retirements: 11 staff are participating in an early retire- ment incentive; • $270,000 in strategic plan deferred po- sitions; • $400,000 from utility savings; • $490,000, which includes $90,000 from special education: six literacy coaches and a special education coordinator; • $270,000 from school administration: 2.5 elementary vice-principals and 0.5 sec- retarial; • $120,000 in centrally supported in-ser- vices; • $400,000, including $350,000 from special education, for non-teaching staff: 10 educational assistants and a computer technician; and, • $200,000 from school budgets: a 10 per cent reduction in per pupil amount for secondary school budgets. According to the report, the board still spends $1.5 million more on special edu- cation than provided by the education ministry. Dickerson said he’s happy Mr. Goyo cov- ered the cost since Council didn’t. “We have a long and proud tradition in Pickering with cultural organizations, or any other group, to waive a fee of rental,” he said in an interview. The event consists of a flag-raising cer- emony at City Hall and the celebration will follow. In a delegation, Ms. Bhatia said past celebrations have drawn many residents, and they’re anticipating an even larger turnout this year because of the an- niversary. “We respectfully make this request in the knowledge that the City of Pickering leads Durham Region through the recognition of all its peoples and the celebration of mul- ticulturalism by integrating diversity in all its plans,” she wrote in a letter. While council agreed on the celebra- tion’s importance, some were apprehen- sive of having to decide when to draw the line. “As much as I’d love to do this for everyone, it wouldn’t be fair to the next group that comes along and we say no,” Ward 1 Regional Councillor Bonnie Littley said. But Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson saw things differently. “We’re either with the cultural move- ment or against it,” he said. He said India’s 60th anniversary of inde- pendence is “a big deal,” and said they’re asking for something Pickering prides it- self on: multiculturalism. “This is the City of Pickering,” he said. “We should support people who want to come here and celebrate their indepen- dence.” Ward 1 City Councillor Jennifer O’Connell said with the 8.79-per cent tax increase, it’s not the best time to do this. “We’re talking about $1,300 - not a lot of money, but it does add up,” she said. “It’s unfortunate if these organizations will feel it’s them, but it has nothing to do with the cause.” Although Aug. 15 is India’s anniversary, the celebration is on Aug. 18. durhamregion.comP PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 728 ANDERSON STREET, WHITBY | 905.666.5117 | www.mdaesthetics.ca Sweat? 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Primary hyperhidrosis has varying degrees of severity and several treatment options: aluminum chloride containing solutions, Catholic budget and cutbacks approved ‘We’re either with the cultural movement or against it’: Johnson ✦ We’re from page 1 ‘So (2008/2009) we’re starting off with no reserves.’ RYAN PUTNAM Girl was conned by ‘modelling agent’ By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Jurors have found a man who conned an Oshawa girl into a sexual encounter in a seedy motel guilty of sex- ual assault, luring and child pornography charges. Devindra “Dave” Dewkinandan, 26, was also found guilty Thursday evening of pos- session of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, relating to more than three ounces of marijuana discovered by Durham cops who searched his Mississauga home while investigating the allegations of sexual assault. The verdict came shortly after 7 p.m. Thursday, just hours after lawyers had made final submissions and Superior Court Justice Robert MacKinnon instructed jurors on the law. Jurors aren’t allowed to comment on their deliberations, but the finding indicates they rejected Mr. Dewkinandan’s testimony that he believed he was engaging in sexual activ- ity with a consenting adult. During the two-week trial jurors heard from the Oshawa teen, who was 14 at the time of the encounter. She said she’d com- municated with Mr. Dewkinandan in an on- line chat room and was convinced to meet him after he told her he was a modelling agent. Mr. Dewkinandan, who was working as an accountant at the time, met the girl in January 2005 and took her to a $40 motel room where he took pictures and video of her naked and coached her during sex acts. Jurors viewed the video Mr. Dewkinandan made during the motel room encounter early in the trial. They also heard from the victim, who testified she believed the man to be a mod- elling agent and said she disrobed and en- gaged in sex acts against her will. When he testified in his own defence Mr. Dewkinandan said he had discussed nude photography and sex acts with the girl prior to their photo session at the motel and that he believed her to be 18. Durham police began investigating after the mother of another Oshawa girl, a 16-year- old friend of the victim, became concerned about e-mail contact her daughter had with a man claiming to be a modelling agent. When cops armed with a search warrant burst into Mr. Dewkinandan’s room in his parents’ basement in April 2005, they seized the motel video and the marijuana, as well as $3,000 in cash and other evidence of drug trafficking. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for August. 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A community safety strategy was the highest priority identified when councillors prepared a corporate strategic plan. To help with the safety strategy, the Town is partnering with the Safe Communities of Pickering and Ajax (SCOPA) and The Youth Centre. A small group, including members of Ajax staff, was formed as a project management team to help oversee the program. Matt Pegg, the deputy fire chief and mem- ber of the project team, told council’s gen- eral government committee last week, “This RFP is the first of its kind.” He noted DPRA “provided a timeline that’s almost a match to the Town’s. “This is not solely a Town project. We’re one of many partners,” Mr. Pegg stated. “This is such a unique process and such a large process.” A presentation will be made at the July 9 council meeting about the work completed to date on the safety strategy and what the next steps are in the process. Wards 3 and 4 Regional Councillor Col- leen Jordan said “we’re likely the first” mu- nicipality to follow this route. “Many municipalities face the same things. “It shows how proactive we are,” she added. The bid by DPRA carried a price tag of almost $63,600. Council approved retaining the consult- ing firm. Consultant hired to make Ajax a safer place Pickering man charged in New Brunswick stabbing PICKERING — A Pickering man described by the RCMP as a high-risk offender has been arrested in connection with a 2005 stabbing in New Brunswick. Durham police assisted the Mounties in making the arrest, conducting a vehicle stop Wednesday afternoon and taking a man into custody without incident. Authorities here were alerted that the man, wanted on charges in connection with the New Brunswick stab- bing, was seeking sanctuary at a home on Denby Drive, police said. David Thomas Miller, 24, of Pickering, is charged with attempted murder, armed rob- bery, aggravated assault and possession of a weapon. Youth centres open to help students find employment By Izabela Jaroszynski ijaroszynski@durhamregion.com DURHAM — With final exams complete and summer now here, many students have one thing looming on their minds: finding the perfect summer job. “We can help,” says Nina Damsbaek, the youth services officer at the Service Canada Centre for Youth in downtown Oshawa. Smiling from behind one of the desks inside the centre, Ms. Damsbaek is eager to help both students and employers make a good match. “We offer services that cater to both employers looking to hire students and students looking for jobs,” she said. “We are the con- necting medium for the two.” For employers, SCCY has a job- posting service and offers access to ready-to-work students from all fields. Whether a company is looking to hire casual labour or a long-term position, students can fill the role, Ms. Damsbaek says. The federal government-fund- ed centre will also allow employ- ers to post volunteer positions and offers them information on health and safety, wage rates, employment standards and labour market trends. But with a focus on students, the centre is geared towards youth -- offering the young job-seeker a variety of ser- vices, including job search skill improvement, resume writing and interview techniques. “When a student comes to our centre, we make sure they leave with a lot of information,” Ms. Damsbaek said. The youth services officers at the centre will also work with youth one-on-one, providing them with feedback on mock job interviews and offering first-time job seekers advice on how best to present the experiences they’ve had on a resume. And when it comes to offering advice to students, Ms. Dams- baek and the rest of the staff at SCCY can speak from experience. They are all still in school and working at the SCCY as part of the government’s work experience program. “It is my second year work- ing here and I love it,” said Ms. Damsbaek, who will be enter- ing her fourth year at Carleton University in the fall. “It is such a wonderful opportunity.” For those students who still haven’t found their opportunity for the summer, Ms. Damsbaek says it’s never too late to look. “This is a high peak season,” she said. “There are loads of part-time and other opportuni- ties still available. Last year, we had vacancies throughout the summer. So there is never a time you should stop looking.” SCCY Oshawa is located at 78 Richmond St. W. Satellite offices for Durham Region are located at 320 Harwood Ave., in Ajax and 132 Church St. in Bowman- ville. For more information, visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca. Business News Advertiser Sunday, July 1, 2007 durhamregion.com Looking for local business news? Visit the business section at www.newsdurhamregion.com daily for up-to-date information, profiles of local businesses, and stories on relevant topics. Please e-mail comments to business@durhamregion.com. TRENDset Note “The relative stability in the disciplines men and women continued to take in univer- sity may have prevented the earnings gap from further declining in the 1990s. It may, in fact, have contributed towards increasing the gap. Public spending cuts were felt by health and education graduates (female-dominated fields) and the high tech boom helped engineering and other technology graduates (male- dominated fields).” -- Statistics Canada, ‘Has Higher Education among Young Women Substantially Reduced the Gender Gap in Employment and Earnings?’ The earnings gap Women continue to earn less than men despite a dramatic increase in the proportion of women holding a university degree, according to a study released this week by Statistics Canada. The study found that in the 1990s, the number of women in the workforce who held a university degree increased far more dramati- cally than the number of men with a degree in the workforce. But despite the fact that uni- versity-educated workers tra- ditionally earn more, the wage gap between men and women only dropped by two per cent during this period. According to Statistics Canada, this was largely the result of real wage declines in female-dominated disciplines and increases in male-dominated disciplines. Numbers to note Percentage of difference between the wage earned by women and men (aged 25-29) in the workforce source: Statistics Canada By Izabela Jaroszynski ijaroszynski@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Oshawa City council is joining an increasing number of dissident voices call- ing for the end of the Federal Eco- Auto Rebate Program. Council passed a resolution on Monday asking the Canadian government to “implement an immediate phase out of the ineq- uitable and harmful” program. In addition, the resolution encour- ages the government to take a leadership role with the provinces to establish an integrated North American approach to fuel econ- omy and to take concrete steps to address the affordability crisis in the purchase of green vehicles. “Feebates just don’t work,” said Oshawa Mayor John Gray, when asked why council decided to pass the resolution. “We can’t just say, ‘Hey, this is good public policy’ -- it’s not.” The federal government intro- duced the program in the March 2007 budget as part of its efforts to cut down greenhouse gas emis- sions. The budget was approved this week in the House of Com- mons. Through the program, consum- ers are eligible for rebates of up to $2,000 when buying fuel-efficient cars and, conversely, are subject- ed to penalties of up to $4,000 for purchasing inefficient vehicles. The intention is to push buyers towards purchasing fuel-efficient cars, such as hybrids and those with smaller engines. But analysts and auto makers alike have been attacking the government’s environmental rea- soning, saying the program does nothing to move consumers out of the problematic large vehicle segment and instead gives some auto manufacturers an unfair advantage. “It’s a program that creates a huge number of unin- tended consequences and really disrupts the competitive mar- ketplace for automobiles,” says Mark Nantais, president of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association. Mr. Nantais was in Oshawa a few weeks ago to present his case against the so-called feebate pro- gram to the City’s strategic initia- tives committee. “It doesn’t yield much envi- ronmental benefit,” he said in an interview. “It does nothing to take consumers from one vehicle cat- egory -- the large vehicle category -- to a smaller, more fuel-efficient category.” It also gives an unfair advan- tage to the Toyota Yaris, a vehicle that receives a disproportionate amount of the rebate, Mr. Nan- tais said, adding the Yaris is “not produced in Canada. It’s one we import from off shore. How fair is that?” Mayor Gray said that while the policy is intended to reward consumers for making choices that are good for the environ- ment, it punishes companies that are taking steps to create innova- tive ways to lessen fuel consump- tion. “In our particular case, with General Motors having invested so much in technology -- all of the computer improvements, the cyl- inder deactivation, fuel manage- ment, moving to E85 compatible vehicles that can burn ethanol -- all those sorts of things are penalized under this program,” he said. Rebate programs hurting auto industry C onnecting on the job front AJ Groen / News Advertiser photo Service Canada Centre for Youth has youth services officers in the Region waiting to lend a hand to young people looking for summer employment. From left: Neil Vaz, Jennifer Scott, Jayme Breadman and Nina Damsbaek. For more on this story Year Women earned... 1981 26 per cent less 1991 20 per cent less 2001 18 per cent less Year Women Men 1981 16.2 15.5 1991 19.1 16.1 2001 31.3 21.6 Percentage of workforce (aged 25-29) holding a university degree: THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JULY 1 2007 EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail mjohnston@durhamregion. com; Mailing Address; 130 Com- mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. 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From a small initial grouping of four provinces -- Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia -- the dream of Canada as a shining beacon of freedom that stretched from sea to sea to sea took shape. Over the decades to come the country expanded in many ways: geographically, demographically, economically. Canada took in great territories in the west including the three Prairie provinces and British Columbia and finally added Newfoundland in 1949 to complete the country. Canada moved from being a nation largely made up of three cultures -- English, French and Native -- and welcomed millions of immigrants who came to this country to escape the old world and make their lives in the new. Through a century of war which marked the 20th century and featured more than 100,000 Canadian deaths in foreign lands, Canadians stood proudly for freedom around the globe. And we continue to do so today. But there is so much more. Canadians are seen around the world as peacekeepers -- Lester Pearson won the Nobel Peace Prize for coming up with the concept of a peacekeeping force in the wake of the Suez Crisis of 1956. We’ve helped break through scientific and medical barriers -- consider that it was Canadians who developed insulin as a treatment for diabetes -- and we have been a constant presence in explorations of space. Now we have new challenges in a new century to come to grips with. There is the issue of how to combat global warming and how Canadians can be leaders in finding ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. There are concerns in the war on ter- ror and what role Canadians should play at home and abroad. There are ongoing worries about where we fit in a new world order where China and India are going to be inevitable world powers. The challenges of the 21st century will no doubt be met by Canadians just as we have always been there through 140 years. Elephant doesn’t belong in parade To the editor: I was shocked to see an elephant in the Ajax Home Week parade on Saturday, June 9. The unconfined elephant walked along the streets, accom- panied only by a woman with a wheelbarrow and shovel and a man holding some sort of stick or crop. There was no barrier whatsoever between this very large animal and the spectators who lined the parade route. The Town of Ajax should be concerned about the safety of its citizens and guests. Wild animals, even though they are said to be trained and docile, can quickly revert to their natural instincts. Elephants have been known to charge and injure, or even kill, innocent bystanders. The elephant was wearing some sort of cape and could only take small steps. Frustration on the part of the elephant could have had disastrous results, had it decided to break free. Apart from the safety aspect, I would think the Town would also be concerned about the treatment of this elephant. Diana Storen Cobourg I f I get sick, load me in the car and ship me back home to New Brunswick for my mother to care for me. Having had 16 operations in my life, I’m no novice to surgery and lengthy hospital stays. I’ve been operated on in New Bruns- wick, Nova Scotia and on June 6 I had my first in Ontario. It all started with a trip to the emer- gency room at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital where the doctor, with few questions and barely touching me, di- agnosed me with food poisoning. It wasn’t food poisoning, and after spending three days in the most gripping pain of my life, trips to more doctors and hours crammed in the corner of a tiny room used for casting, kids with broken bones being at- tended to less than a foot from me, wheel- chairs and nurses bumping and banging my gurney, I learned I had something called intussusception. At this point a kind surgeon came in to explain what was going on. It was an intestinal problem and I needed surgery. I was lethargic at this point so my sister asked the surgeon to call my mother in New Brunswick to explain what was hap- pening. The surgeon is the shining star of this story, but after she did her part in fixing me up, my experience seemed to go down hill. I awoke in a tiny room, my sister by my side. Thank heavens she was there and re- mained until my mother flew in, because in the days that followed they cared for me and in some cases for my roomie as well. Among the revolving door of nurses there were a few who were helpful, but the bulk were rough, short and even, on a few occasions, made mistakes. At one point, when I wasn’t even supposed to be drink- ing water, a nurse insisted I try to drink some apple juice that left me vomiting for the next 12 hours. The room left a lot to be desired in terms of cleanliness. For example, the floors were seldom swept and a lonely napkin lived under my roommate’s bed the entire time I was there. I had to ask to have the sheets changed, and on most days my mother was the one to bring me a basin with which to wash. The icing on my stay was when upon being discharged a nurse handed me a prescription, a Post-it note with the sur- geon’s name on it and no further informa- tion, and sent me on my way. Leaning heavily on my mother, after being bed- ridden for four days, I walked my compro- mised little body out of the hospital. I’m happy I’m healthy now. I’m thank- ful for those who helped me. But, I am nonetheless appalled at my experience at the Rouge Valley hospital. So should such a situation befall me again, remember my request and take me anywhere but there. Erin Hatfield’s column ap- pears every third Sunday. E-mail ehatfield@durhamregion.com. 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Design ideas to help you create the rooms you desire Let the construction begin : officials break ground at courthouse site New facility will feature 33 courtrooms, consolidating justice services provided in eight locations By Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM — It took a little longer than expected, but officials finally broke ground Thursday morning at the site of Durham’s new consoli- dated courthouse. With construction machinery humming in the back- ground, politicians, City staff, members of the judiciary and other well-wishers crowded around the massive hole in the ground that will eventually house the new 350,000-square-foot courthouse. “I took a look at the space here and I think it’s about the size of my riding in Toronto,” joked Attorney General Michael Bryant, who added the new building will improve ac- cess to justice and spur develop- ment in Durham. The road to this point has been a bumpy one, with environmental cleanup of the brownfield site taking longer than expected, two labour strikes in the past month and the rescheduling of the original ground- breaking date. “In government, you get used to delays,” said Oshawa MPP Jerry Ouel- lette. “You want it to be done right and sometimes that takes longer... but it’s great to see it finally started.” According to City Manager Bob Duignan, the City completed the environmental remediation process -- to rid the soil of a potentially dangerous substance called trichlo- roethylene -- to the Province’s satis- faction in late May and turned the site over to the contractor. The new courthouse will con- solidate justice services, currently provided in eight locations across Durham, under one roof. It will fea- ture 33 courtrooms -- some outfit- ted for video conferencing -- two remote video testimony rooms to accommodate vulnerable witnesses and increased accommodation for translation. Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal David Caplan is thrilled that it will also be one of the largest green buildings in Ontario. “A huge part of doing growth the right way is considering the envi- ronmental impact,” he said, noting the new courthouse will include Energy Star-compliant roofing ma- terials to reduce cooling needs, use storm water collected from roof downspouts for landscaping and re- duce water use in washrooms with ultra low-flow fixtures. Crews will also divert 75 per cent of job-site construction waste by salvaging or reusing materials. Mayor John Gray is most excited about the role the courthouse will play in Oshawa’s downtown rejuve- nation. “The courthouse could have been located on a greenfield site anywhere, but with this site you get the downtown spin-offs,” he said. The mayor is confident the court- house will bring increased demand for downtown services, like retail, residential and entertainment. It is estimated an extra 1,500 lunch meals will be consumed daily by courthouse employees and users alone. “This is just a great day for Os- hawa,” Mayor Gray said. The final cost of the courthouse has not yet been announced. It is expected to open in late 2009. Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge MPP Wayne Arthurs and Oshawa Mayor John Gray join Minister of Infrastructure Renewal David Caplan and Ontario Attorney- General Michael Bryant to officially break the ground for the construction of the new consolidated courthouse. ‘In government you get used to delays. You want it to be done right and sometimes that takes longer... but it’s great to see it finally started.’ JERRY OUELLETTE For more on this story THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 PAGE 9 Pdurhamregion.com Caplan visits Durham to celebrate growth plan anniversary By Izabela Jaroszynski ijaroszynski@durhamregion.com DURHAM — It is a mantra that David Ca- plan hopes will catch on: live, work and play. The provincial minister of public infrastruc- ture and renewal was in Pickering recently to mark the one-year anniversary of the Places to Grow plan and to advocate for “complete com- munities.” “That’s what Places to Grow is all about. It’s about creating communities which we call complete: live, work and play,” he said. “The worse thing that we’ve done historically is we’ve created bedroom communities where you had to get in a car.” Addressing a group of business and political leaders at an event hosted by the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, Mr. Caplan said truly sustain- able communities will drive future investment in Durham Region. “At its very foundation, Places to Grow is about jobs and opportunity,” he said, adding the government is committed to investing in infrastructure projects such as highways. In addition, Mr. Caplan said the government is focusing on developing “provincially-signifi- cant employment lands” -- job centres located near strong residential areas. 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To advertise in this feature from $75, call Michael Briggs at 905-683-5110 ext. 238 16 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com Guilty pleas offered for roles in impersonating police By Mary Riley Special to the News Advertiser LINDSAY — Three men who dressed as police officers while trying to rip off a mari- juana grow operation in 2003 will have to wait until July 27 to find out if they’re going to jail. Jody Churchill, 30, of Port Perry; Phillip Weddel, 34, of Uxbridge; and Garfield Lefort, 32, of Port Perry were in court in Lindsay on June 22 to be sentenced for their roles in the crime. All three pleaded guilty to charges of pro- duction of marijuana, possession of a fire- arm without a licence and impersonating a police officer. The three men are among six who were charged in connection to an incident in September 2003. Court heard the three men, along with three others, went to the marijua- na grow operation “to make a quick buck.” The men were planning to “rip off” as many of the 18,000 marijuana plants as they could, defence lawyers said, dressing as po- lice officers to scare off anyone else at the property. Ontario Superior Court Justice Bruce Glass listened as defence lawyers argued the three are now working family men who have paid for their involvement in the incident. Defence counsel Alan Richter, represent- ing Mr. Churchill and Mr. Lefort, suggested the fact the case has dragged on “for three years and 10 months” is unfair to his cli- ents. “This was a simple case of six people dressed as police officers who were found in a field of marijuana,” he said. He also told the court Mr. Lefort has no prior criminal record. Speaking for Mr. Churchill, the lawyer said he does have a criminal record, but had not been jailed since 1999. He said Mr. Churchill’s wife and child “have influenced his more appropriate behaviour.” He added if Mr. Churchill was jailed “his financial obligations won’t be met.” Mr. Richter referred to letters of support for his clients, saying they showed they are “good people who made mistakes.” Leo Adler, representing Mr. Weddel, said his client had never been in trouble before, joining the others the day before the inci- dent after a promise of quick cash. He was given a jacket and a T-shirt that said ‘Police,’ but all that changed when he saw the guns, Mr. Adler said, adding his cli- ent dressed as a cop to scare away whoever might be in the field. “He didn’t know guns were going to be involved,” he said. All three men have been under “strict bail conditions,” including a curfew, since the incident, defence counsel pointed out. Both lawyers asked the Court to consider conditional sentences, probation and com- munity service instead of jail time. Crown prosecutor Lisa Cameron argued the defence’s arguments, telling the judge that not sending the men to jail, would send the wrong message to others involved in such crimes. Describing the incident as a venture that included drugs and guns that the three men chose to be part of, she said conditional sen- tences were unacceptable. “This (incident) was an attempt to profit on someone else’s illegal drug activity,” she said. Ms. Cameron said grow operations are becoming more prominent and pose a high risk to police. Justice Glass, noting he did not wish to “rush” his decision, adjourned the sentenc- ing until July 27 in Whitby. Kawartha Lakes OPP said two of the three other accused have also pleaded guilty to several charges against them. Gordon Churchill, 53, of Port Perry plead- ed guilty to production of marijuana, pos- session of a firearm without a licence and impersonating a police officer. Shane Prince, 35, of Oshawa pleaded guilty to possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking, using a firearm to commit an indictable offence and imper- sonating a police officer. Both men will be sentenced in Whitby on Dec. 14. Winners range from the maintenance field to public administration DURHAM — Hard work has paid off for five Durham College graduates named as this year’s alumni of distinction. Gary Christian, John Edward Draper, Gail Elliott, Carolyn Luscombe and Con- nie Wood were recognized with 2007 Alumnus of Distinction Awards during Durham College’s recent convocation cer- emonies. They were honored for their ca- reer achievements and community con- tributions. Mr. Christian, a 1986 maintenance tech- niques – industrial graduate and 1990 industrial mechanic millwright graduate, currently works for the Region of Durham as a water treatment operator. He’s a member of the Durham College advisory committee for its water quality technician program and he helps seniors in the community with grass-cutting and home maintenance. A 2005 journalism graduate, Mr. Draper created his own business, ‘Together We Rock’. His company offers a series of pre- sentations and a school program that pro- mote accessible communities, inclusive of people with disabilities. He volunteers in the community, visits campus often, and works toward breaking down barriers in education and the work- ing environment for people with disabili- ties. Ms. Elliott, a 1970 public administration graduate, went from student to teacher. She’s spent her entire educational career with the Durham District School Board and its predecessors. She participates in the annual Terry Fox Run, Parents as Partners and special-edu- cation conferences; supports anti-bully- ing initiatives; plays a role on the Council for Exceptional Children; and supports her church’s food bank. Ms. Luscombe is founder and president of Eclectic Events International. A 1995 entertainment administration program graduate, she’s received more than 25 international nominations for her work and also taught Event and Meeting Man- agement at George Brown College for 10 years. She’s a member of the International Special Events Society in Toronto and winner of the Canadian Event Industry Awards. A 1976 registered nursing diploma graduate, Ms. Wood has 31 years nurs- ing experience. She provides long-term care, acute care and community nursing services, and is also a healthy living co- ordinator with the Haliburton Highlands Family Health Team. Her community involvement includes serving on the Haliburton Friends Net- work board for Sir Sanford Fleming Col- lege, volunteering for Haliburton High- lands Health Services and participating in the access indicators panel for the Ontario Hospital Association report card. More than 50 alumni have received dis- tinction awards since they were launched in 1990. Bag giveaway designed to aid environment AJAX — A local retailer is banking 2,000 reusable bags will make a difference in Dur- ham Region. During the following three Fridays, the Giant Tiger store on Westney Road South in Ajax will hand out a re-usable plastic bag with each of the first 500 purchases. The store is also encouraging residents to bring in clean, used plastic bags to be bailed and shipped to a recycling facility. The goal of the promotion, according to store owner Marcel Landriault, is to create awareness and positively impact recycling efforts. “Together with the residents of Dur- ham Region, we can make a difference,” Mr. Landriault said. “Each week, we use thousands of plastic bags that end up under the kitchen sink, where they mysteriously appear to multiply. Stop the madness and bring your bags to Giant Tiger for recy- cling.” College announces alumni of distinctionDurham men await sentences for pot theft scheme durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 Looking for something fun to do this summer? Well look no further! Each Th ursday and Sunday throughout July and August join us for amazing, FREE musical performances for you, your family & friends to enjoy in the City of Pickering. Follow Liverpool Road south to the sounds of summer each Th ursday evening from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for the 2007 Waterfront Concert Series. Th e Peter Smith Jazz Quartet starts the season off right with infectious rhythms of Latin-jazz and traditional South American melodies. Be sure to come out and enjoy some of our community’s most talented performers – this year’s line-up is sure to impress! If it’s raining please join us in Th e Waterfront Bistro. Th ese concerts are sponsored by Ontario Power Genera- tion – Pickering Nuclear. Enjoy sensational summer Sundays with musical performances in Esplanade Park, behind City Hall. Treble in the Park Concerts begin the Sunday after Canada Day, and wrap up the last Sunday in August. Join us each Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for some toe tapping; get up off your seat fun! A few of the many exciting performers this year include: Th e Brian Rose Little Big Band, Don Hall Trio, Pickering Com- munity Concert Band, André Roy and the East York Barbershoppers. Take a trip back in time with a visit to the Pickering Museum Village this summer. Th ere’s so much in store for historians of all ages, and we’re just 10 clicks from downtown Pickering, off Hwy. 7 between Brock Rd. and Westney Rd. Tickets are now on sale for Whodunit?: It’s All Rel- ative dinner theatre with a murderous twist presented by Th e Backwoods Players. Show dates are July 7, 8, 14 & 15 at 5:30 pm. Last year’s shows were sold out – call the mu- seum at 905-683-8401 early to reserve your tickets! Feeling crafty? Each Wednesday and Friday in July and August, join us for Kids in the Village, an exciting parent and child craft program that lets you experience pastimes – settler style. For only $3 per child and $4 CANADA’S LEADING PUBLICATION FOR TODAY’S FIFTY-PLUS LIFESTYLES Your legacy will live on in all of us when you include the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario in your Will. Her heart was the first thing we listened for when she was born. And it echoes our hopes for her future. Call Mary Goodfellow at: 1-800-205-4438 ext. 2 or email her at: plannedgifts@hsf.on.ca to learn more. GREAT THINGS HAPPEN WHEN YOU PUT YOUR HEART INTO IT.™ Pickering offers plenty of summer fun THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com From music to movies, theatre to mag- ic, Th e Town of Ajax has a little something for everyone this summer. Whether it’s movies or live music you prefer, Ajax has it covered. Come out on Th ursday, July 19, at Rotary Park and Th ursday, August 16 at Paulynn Park. En- joy a warm summer evening with a unique (and free) outdoor cinema experience. Movies are projected on a giant infl atable movie screen, beginning at dusk, at local parks. Make sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Another great way to celebrate summer is to come out and enjoy some outdoor theatre courtesy of Th e Driftwood Th eatre, which will be presenting Much Ado about Nothing on Th ursday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Rotary Park. Admission is pay what you can. If it’s live music you prefer, Th e Town of Ajax will be presenting Music In Th e Square, live outdoor concerts featuring fantastic local bands from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Heritage Square, 65 Harwood Rd. (at Town Hall). Concerts include: July 29 “Appreciate our Canadian Forces” con- cert. Come hear the 7th Toronto Regi- ment, Royal Canadian Artillery Band and the Air Force 400 Tactical Helicopter Squadron Pipes and Drums for a military show you won’t forget. August 26 Featuring the Ragweed Jazz Band. Th is popular band has a repertoire that includes Bix Beiderbecke, Louis Armstrong, Mugsy Spanier, Jack Teagarden, Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman. Enjoy a leisurely af- ternoon tapping your toes with this band! September 30 Featuring the Pickering Concert Band. Th is community orchestra has a large rep- ertoire of arrangements including favou- rites from the ’30s and ’40s all the way to hits of today! Please note that there is no seating at the Square, so make sure you bring a lawnchair. Performance takes place rain or HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE! 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CANADA’S LEADING PUBLICATION FOR TODAY’S FIFTY-PLUS LIFESTYLES From music to movies, theatre to magic, The Town of Ajax has a little something for everyone this summer durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 $19 .99 4!8 1 SPVE4Q P O T P S Boston Pizza invites you to sample their entire menu with this incredible offer. • 5 Buy One, Get One Free Lunches • 5 Buy One, Get One Free Appetizers • 5 Buy One, Get One Free Kids Meals • 5 Buy One, Get One Free Pasta Entrees • 5 Buy One, Get One Free Pizzas *See descriptions, terms & conditions at www.passporttosavings.ca While supplies last 19 99$ The News Advertiser has acquired terrifi c deals from leading local merchants offering discounts at between 10 and 20 times the original value. We package them in a unique format we call the Passport to Savings. A limited number of Passports are produced for one merchant every three weeks. 1.www.passporttosavings.ca 2. Call 905-426-4676 ext 222 3.In person: 130 Commercial Avenue, Ajax 3 EASY WAYS TO BUY “Our patio is the hottest place to be this summer!” Great food... Great fun... and a COOL selection of summer drinks. Valid at the Pickering Location Only! Expires June 30/08 +GST For information or to book a Discovery Tour call 1-800-461-4663 • www.retireelliotlake.com Retire to a place with unmatched natural beauty and easy access to the great outdoors. The City of Elliot Lake also offers an excellent hospital, professional medical community, a transit system, modern infrastructure, a championship 18 hole golf course and plenty of shopping. CANADA’S LEADING PUBLICATION FOR TODAY’S FIFTY-PLUS LIFESTYLES If so, you may qualify for an important research study involving an investigational pain medication. Participants must be either in need of or awaiting knee or hip replacement surgery. Study participation will last for 3 to 7 weeks. Participants will receive at no cost, pain medication, and study-related care. Financial reimbursement will also be provided for study-related expenses. To nd out if you qualify please call: 1-877-9-ASK-HOW (1-877-927-5469) www.OAPainToday.com We look forward to speaking with you. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, July 1, 2007 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND Robbie International Soccer Tournament play continues today (Sunday) at the Monarch (Ajax Community Centre) soccer fields. Gunn, Kalantar of Whitby’s Anti-Gravity Trampoline Club produce gold medals at Canadians in Regina DURHAM — It will be a long time before the Anti-Gravity Trampoline Club comes down from this high. At the recent Canadian National Championships in Regina, Stewart Gunn and Shanaz Kalantar both de- livered gold medal performances for the Whitby-based club. More than 3,000 National level ath- letes and coaches from across Canada travelled west to participate, marking the first time in history that tram- poline, tumbling, men’s, women’s and rhythmic gymnastics divisions were able to compete within a single event. Gunn, a 20-year-old from Ajax, earned a gold medal for his efforts in Open Men’s double mini trampoline and also finished sixth overall in indi- vidual trampoline. Kalantar, 15, of Whitby, stole the gold medal in Youth Women’s indi- vidual trampoline away from Toron- to’s Skyriders Trampoline -- home of Olympian, Karen Cockburn -- for the first time since the category was cre- ated. Kalantar will now represent the Anti-Gravity club as part of the Cana- dian Youth National Team at compe- titions to be held in Great Britain and Poland in August, 2007. She will also be competing in dou- ble mini trampoline and individual trampoline in Quebec City at the World Age Group Trampoline and Tumbling Championships from Oct. 29 to Nov. 10 Jake Cranham, a 13-year-old from Whitby, also attended the meet and qualified to compete in double mini trampoline at the same event. Brenna Savery, Casey DeMarco and Kara Laverdure, rounded out the Anti-Gravity contingent in Saskatch- ewan, demonstrating awesome ath- leticism and superior sportsmanship throughout the meet. Their performances were strong, and it is anticipated that they will continue to improve next season. For those interested in learn- ing more about the club, including the new Drop in and Bounce pro- gram, call 905-728-0751 or e-mail info@anti-gravity.ca. 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Premium wages/benefits, busy shop, friendly work environment. Fax resumes to 905-985-0334. CARPENTER with 10 years insurance restoration experience and carpenters helpers. Must have own tools and transportation. (905)686-5854 COORDINATOR/DIS PATCH- Ajax based company serving GTA. Must be fluent with GTA. Construction experience an asset. Computer literacy a must. Only emailed resumes accepted. resumes@dwightcrane.com A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 01, 2007 newsdurhamregion.com Part-time PAGE LAYOUT PERSON The Durham Region Media Group, a multiple award-winning community newspaper publishing dozens of times each week in seven unique Durham Region markets, is looking a person to help layout news pages, features and assist with graphics. This part-time two days per week (14 hour) position will be earned by an indi- vidual who is creative, can work under tight deadlines and has a strong knowl- edge of design as well as news/journalism and headline writing. The successful candidate will work out of the Oshawa office and must be able to work well with others, be orga- nized, demonstrate initiative, and meet strict deadlines. Applicants must possess: • A degree or diploma in graphic design or journalism; • A thorough understanding of Adobe applications, including Photoshop, InCopy, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat; and • Strong English skills. Interested applicants should forward a resume by July 13 to the attention of: Chris Bovie Managing Editor This Week newspapers 865 Farewell St. P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Fax: 905-579-1809 E-mail: cbovie@durhamregion.com Metroland East Interactive Now Hiring: Junior .NET Web Developer Working within Metroland East's Interactive Media Department (Oshawa office), the Junior .NET Web Developer is responsible for the development and maintenance of .NET web-based applications. Requirements/Competencies: *Able to interact with internal departments to define and refine site requirements *Able to work in a fast-moving environment *Must have a passion for technology and problem solving *Strong communication skills, self motivated and detail oriented *Experience working with content management systems *Experience with Visual Studio, .NET 2.0, C#, XML/XSLT, JavaScript, CSS/HTML *A degree or diploma in computer science or equivalent with 1-2+ years of development experience working with .NET technologies. Applicants should email a resume (in Word or PDF format) to: Lamont Wilcott Assistant Manager, Metroland East Interactive lwilcott@durhamregion.com Please provide URL's where samples of your work can be reviewed. We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. RECRUITING NOW!! SHORT AND LONG TERM ASSIGNMENTS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Signing Bonus $25.00 (on completion of your first week assignment) Warehouse Assemblers/Packers Shift Work Reliable Transportation a Must Steel- toed Safety Shoes/Boots Apply in person with resume and 2 work-related references Tues. July 3th TO Fri. July 6th 9:00 A.M. - 2 P.M. Spherion Staffing Solutions Oshawa Centre Corporate Tower 6th floor, Suite 601 Oshawa Progressive growing circulation department in Ajax is looking for Casual Part-time help. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evening and weekends. Candidate must possess the fol- lowing: ● thrives on problem solving ● loves a challenge ● good phone manner ● computer literate ● organized ● solid team contributor ● career minded ● driven to succeed Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers's licence Send Resume to: jraymond@durhamregion.com We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please ATTENTION ADVERTISERS AND READERS Please be advised that the Oshawa This Week and the News Advertiser offices will be closed on Monday July 2nd in celebration of Canada Day. Happy Canada Day! CHILD & YOUTH WORKERS Needed in Ajax area for one year contract positions. The successful applicants will work with latency aged children with emotional and behavioral difficulties in a residential pro- gram. A minimum of a social services related diploma is required. Computer skills an asset. Please apply to: Enterphase Child & Family Services, 209 Bond Street East, Oshawa L1G 1B4 fax: (905)434-1775 , e-mail: jen@enterphase.com Visit our website www.enterphase.com for more details BUILDING SUPERINTENDENTS Durham Property Management is seeking a mature Building Superintendent couple to look after a 41 suite building in Central Oshawa. 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Ltd., (Pickering, Ont) a leader for over 50 years in the design and manufacture of fluid systems has openings for the following positions: Production Supervisor - Afternoons Successful candidates will possess: ✓Experience with TIG and MIG for carbon and stainless steel pipe. ✓Minimum 5 years experience in heavy industrial piping or process systems. ✓Knowledge and experience in installing pumps, motors, instrumentation and components. ✓Ability to interpret drawings and schematics. ✓Ability to lead a team ✓Attractive benefit program and Pension plan ✓Must be computer literate Pipe Fitters (Project Leaders/Senior Helpers) Successful candidates will possess: ✓Qualifications to TSSA and proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and MIG for carbon and stainless steel pipe. ✓Minimum 5 years experience in heavy industrial piping or process systems. ✓Knowledge and experience in installing pumps, motors, instrumentation and components. ✓Ability to interpret drawings and schematics. ✓Ability to train/lead a team ✓Salary range is $17.76 - $26.39 ✓Day or Afternoon shift ($1.50/hr premium while on afternoon shift) ✓Attractive benefit program and Pension plan To apply please E-mail resume to eryk.rivard@howardmarten.com or fax (905) 831-5807 Maintenance Mechanic - Automotive Auto Warehousing Co. Canada, located in Oshawa, requires a Maintenance Mechanic to service our fleet of trucks, vans and shuttle buses. The incumbent will inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components. The successful candidate will have a secondary school diploma, valid 'automotive service technician trade certification' as required by the province of Ontario; minimum four years experience in the trade, good mechanical aptitude, strong analytical, diagnostic and problem solving skills; ability to do physically demanding work combined with manual dexterity and skillful use of tools; must be able to drive both automatic and standard vehicles. A valid class 'F' driver's license is required. Candidates interested in being considered for this opportunity can forward their resume and covering letter to the attention of: Human Resources Manager Auto Warehousing Co. Canada 1150 Stevenson Rd. South Oshawa ON L1J 0B3 Email: mnovosedlik@autowc.com We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. HEAVY TRUCK & COACH Ap- prentice mechanic to work in a fast paced garage. Applicant must be able to work indepen- dently. Please fax resume to: 905-697-9940 or drop off at: Andy's Repair Centre, 40 Port Darlington Rd., Bowmanville. MECHANIC,3rd-5th year, or Li- censed for busy East Scarbo- rough shop. Call or fax 416-283- 1843 TRUCK TIRE road service technician, tire installers license and drivers license for work in the Durham area. Call Ron (905)431- 6363. CERTIFIED ON-SITE computer service Free over-the-phone diagnosis/ estimates Quick/ professional service call Click Computer Solutions 416-781-5070 A/R CLERK with 3 years mini- mum related experience is re- quired for busy sales/marketing company in Pickering. Duties will include: invoicing, collections, banking, customer correspon- dence, as well as other general accounting responsibilities. Must possess excellent organizational, communication, computer and AccPac skills. Bilingualism an asset. Please submit resume stating salary expectations to: jdavis@somcan.com FULL TIME REAL ESTATE ASSISTANT/ SECRETARY required for law office of Polak McKay & Hawkshaw. Proficient w/ Terranet and commercial. Fax resumes to Mr. McKay (905)428-2063 EXPANDING BUSINESS looking for 10 sales oriented people start- ing immediately. Call Kyle (905) 233-4141. EXPERIENCED NEW/USED Car Sales Person required. Competi- tive wages, benefit program. demo supplied, valid OMVIC Please email resume to: salesmgrpickmitsu@on.aibn.com or call to arrange an interview (905)683-5722 FITNESS DEPOT, Pickering is hiring individuals who enjoy creating client relationships, and sharing benefits of healthy life- styles. Fitness or sales back- ground would make you an ideal candidate. Fax resume to Jason 416-849-0205. LOOKING FOR A sales person to join our family business sell- ing major appliances and elec- tronics. Full time, benefits, call (905) 263-8369 and ask for Bill or Jody, fax your resume to (905) 263-1076 or apply in per- son at Paddy's Market. PICKERING COLOUR YOUR World, P/T, F/T sales associate needed. Mature with excellent customer service. Knowledge of paints, colors, decorating an as- set. Resume fax: 905-420-2549 or drop off at our location. DENTAL ASSISTANT required at busy Pickering dental office to join our team. Must be Harp certi- fied, flexible with hours. Please fax resume to 905-831-7375 or bring in person to: Maple Ridge Dental Office, 2074 Liverpool Rd. N. L1X 1E2 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/Level II, for 4 days per week. Pickering dental office. Duties include: Recalls and assisting. Call (905)831-7566 FULL SERVICE DENTAL lab in Ajax seeks experienced full-time ortho technician, fixed and re- movable. 905-426-3663. LOOKING for RMT for an up- scale Whitby clinic. F/t, p/t, very flexible terms. Please Call 905- 922-2232 MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST, Family Doctor. Full-time position. Please send resume to Dr. Mi- chael Gertler, 220 Dundas St. Whitby, suite 405, L1N 8M7, call (905)668-2778, Fax 905-668- 2919 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST needed for contract position. Medical terminology, ability to type 45-80wpm, 1-3 years related experience required. Hourly rate & work from home or in office to be negotiated. Qualified appli- cants please fax resume to 905-668-2881 or email to: cdermid@qualiaclinical.com ORTHO OFFICE REQUIRES: Dental Assistant for 3-4 days per week. Level II and Ortho experi- ence an asset. Fax resume to 905-668-4914. PART TIME DENTAL Receptionist/Assistant in Bowmanville, must be outgoing and professional and able to work Saturdays. Fax resume in confidence to: 905-697-0480. RPN REQUIRED 4-12 alternate weekends and call-in’s for new multi-level retirement residence in Bowmanville. Please e-mail re- sumes to: creception@rogers.com or fax to (905) 697-2918 Attention: K. Nawrot DOC. EXPERIENCED COOK required part-time Friday-Sunday. Please call 905-666-2811. SERVERS, COOKS with experi- ence & DISHWASHER required. Full-time positions. Apply in per- son with resume to Teddy's Res- taurant, King and Park, Oshawa. SHORT ORDER COOK/ server needed for small restaurant. in Pickering. Phone (905) 767-2275 Winston Shagwell's Pickering Now hiring P/T server & busboy & F/T kitchen staff. Apply in person 736 Kingston Rd. 905-420-0669 Certified Teacher Required for Adult Education Facility in Ajax *3 hours/day *Individual instruction *No prep./marking *Great learning atmosphere and working conditions Would suit retired/mat. leave/new grad. HS Science/Math./ Computers preferred Call: API 905-427-3304 DAYCARE IN PICKERING has several ECE positions and a Su- pervisor position available. Com- petitive salary. Please fax resume to: 905-839-4868. SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED/ASSISTANT instruc- tors. Must be Red Cross/Royal life certified. Shifts available, day- time, evenings or weekends. Please call (416) 358-2510. PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER wanted. Altona/Sheppard area. 2 days/week. References. General housecleaning, laundry, etc. 416- 300-9066 ** 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 30th & Sun. July 1st 12-3 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. Free 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 HOUSE Sunday July 1, 1-4pm PRIVATE SALE 393 Grandview St. South. Oshawa. 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, $519,000. 905-786- 2340 PRIVATE SALE, 175 Pringle Dr. Whitby. $299,000. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new kitchen, 60 x 109 lot, 26 yrs. old, $'s in renos. (905) 665-6912. WANTED TO RENT:House or farm that needs repair in exchange for reasonable rent. Please call Ray 905-550-7334 WATERFRONT PROPERTIES on Otonabee River, part of Trent System, 58 acres (2 parcels), 3450 feet of frontage, 400 ft. sand beach, 2 ponds, small cottage on water, wilderness paradise, west- ern sunsets, possible partial VTB, asking $1.10 million, negotiable, serious inquiries only. 1-705- 760-4487. OSHAWA,2 bedroom condo, 1 bathroom, 1025 sq.ft., newly renovated, laminate floor, freshly painted, underground parking, sauna/whirlpool. Available now. (905)728-3213. APPROX 1,100 SQUARE foot unit available in local retail plaza in Courtice. Would suite Veteri- narian Clinic/Chiropractor/Physio Therapist/Hairdressing Salon/ Nails etc. Very reasonable rent. Call Sandra at 416-402-2793. HEATED BUILDING - 16' high walls, 2 rooms 25' x 30' @ $750/month plus GST, plus up to 2,000 sq. ft. cold storage. Available immediately, first/last required. Newcastle area, 1/2 km from Hwy 401. Call 1-800-987- 1445 ext. 100 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 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.7 % 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 BEDROOM APTS,Oshawa. Starting from $450/mo plus heat/hydro. Avail. July/August 1st. First/last, references. Quebec St. Stephen 905-259-5796, 905- 576-8699. 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 LARGE BEDROOM apt., very bright & clean. Triplex, Oshawa. Main floor w/large deck & yard, $750/mo+ hydro. New applianc- es, parking. Call 289-385-2703 1-BEDROOM apt, modern base- ment, quiet court, Oshawa, sep- arate entrance, patio, inclusive, cable, parking, laundry. Near amenities/bus route. No smok- ing/pets. First/last, references. $750/month. (905)723-5494 AJAX-2 BEDROOM walkout. Bright, roomy. 4 piece bath. Sep- arate entrance/parking. $950 in- clusive. Available April 1st. Call 905-427-9944 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 01, 2007, PAGE 17 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 SUMMER BLOWOUT !! 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Ask about our “Move-in incentives” & “Open Houses” TOWNHOUSES Oshawa - Carriage Hill, 122 Colborne St. (Colborne & Mary) 905-434-3972 Taunton 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 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) ATTENTION ADVERTISERS AND READERS Please be advised that the Oshawa This Week and the News Advertiser offices will be closed on Monday July 2nd in celebration of Canada Day. Happy Canada Day! North Sheds Rustic Pine Garden Sheds 8'x8' for $1,675. includes delivery, on site installation, solid pine walls, floor & roof, door, 2 windows with boxes, choice of stain & shingle colour. All sizes up to 12'x16'. 905-473-5895,1-866-473-5895 www.northsheds.ca 905-619-2093 761 McKay Rd., Pickering Specials Complete Pine Gable Kits: 8x6 $918.75 8x8 $1,014.00 8x12 $1,439.25 Visit our Pickering Showroom www.shedman.ca Qualified Craft Show Qualified Craft Show Exhibitors Wanted General Motors CentreGeneral Motors Centre October 12-14, 2007 Distinct Designs from Premier Crafters, Artisans & Gift Suppliers C OUN T R Y THE HE A R T O FCRAFT SHOW For more information call 905-426-4676 ext.257 or visit www.theheartofcountry.com 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT Private entrance Centrally located $900/month 905-995-0887 2 BEDROOM CONDO available immediately in Bowmanville. From $950/month.5 Appliances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own.Call Jennise (905)697- 8261 2-BDRM.apt., Simcoe Nor th, Russett, Oshawa, great location, recently decorated, well-main- tained quiet 12-plex, small build- ing Close to bus/shopping. Laundry, cable, heat, water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576-2982. 3-BDRM BSMT,$850+utilities, Brock Rd & Finch, own laundry, parking, side entrance, play- ground/park, transit at door step, close to all amenities, first/last, no smoking/pets, 416-300-1366, 905-239-2023. A MUST SEE! AJAX SOUTH 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. Large windows.4 pce. bath, Pri- vate patio, entrance & parking. References. No smoking/pets. $850+utilities. Available immedi- ately.647-886-4781. AJAX - BAYLY /SALEM.Large 1 bedroom bsmt.separate en- trance, parking, laundry, cable, utilities inc.$750/mo.No smok- ing/pets. Available August lst. (905)426-9209 AJAX - Rossland/Westney - 2 bedroom townhome available July 1, 2007 at $1,033 + utilities. Call 905-619-2287. AJAX, IMMACULATE 2-bed- room basement apt.Large, 4-appliances, newly renovated bathroom, jacuzzi tub, sep.laun- dry, 2-parking, close to schools/shopping.$800/mo +1/2 utilities. Avail. immediately.Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24 or eve/wknds 905-665- 3666 AJAX,Salem/Hwy 2, large 1- bdrm bsmt.apt, separate en- trance, newly renovated. No smoking/pets.$750/mo +utilities. Avail. immediately.(647)200- 5225 or (416)720-0373 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms Please call Mon - Fri 9 am-5 pm Evening by appt.only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Proper ties Ltd. BROOKLIN - 1 bedroom quiet bachelor apt, separate entrance, a/c, parking, satellite.$775 inclu- sive. Absolutely no smoking/pets. Avail. immed.Call 905-426-0916 BROOKLIN - bachelor apt $625/month first/last, plus hydro. No dogs, no smoking. Available now.Dutch clean. 905-424-9743. BROOKLIN 2 bedroom apt. quiet neighborhood, separate entrance, laundry, parking, AC, central vac, basic satellite. No smoking/pets, $875+utilities. Avail. immediately. (905) 426-0916. 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. First Month Free OSHAWA Bright & Clean 2 Bedroom Apartment at Park & Gibb 647-688-4597 FOR RENT 1 Bedroom- $880.00 2 Bedroom- $1080.00 3 Bedroom- $1180.00 Attn: Property Manager 33 Durnford Rd Scarborough 416-283-9216 LUXURY 1 BEDROOM apart- ment.First floor of large home in Pickering.Fireplace.5 applianc- es.Jacuzzi.$1100.Available im- mediately.416-451-7860. 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 -Ritson and Bloor, nice and clean one bedroom base- ment apt.for rent.$650, first/last, ever y thing included, available now.Coin laundry, no dogs. Call 905-432-7740 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 2-BDRM, Gorgeous! In adult occupied, TRIPLEX, near Lakeview Park, $925/mo utilities included, parking, new asphalt, storage. No pets. Available July 15.References.(905)427-2782 ext 222 leave message 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 Clean, new building. 2-bedroom apt $862, avail July and August 1st.Appliances, park- ing & utilities included. 905-438- 9715. OSHAWA Harmony/Olive self- contained bachelor apt for rent. Must be quiet, responsible per- son! $480/month.No pets. (905)728-8962 OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor.1-bedroom, $685 +hydro.2-bedroom $770+hydro. First/last required.Please contact Bill (905)404-9602. 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 SIMCOE/401,1 Month FREE.Large 1-bedroom apart- ment with sunroom.Includes parking & utilities.First/last/refer- ences. No smoking/pets. $720/mo.Available immediately (416)818-7751 OSHAWA,1-bdrm upper, new carpeting, $650/mo+ utilities, separate entrance, 1-parking, no smoking/pets. Avail.now. (905)217-0099 or (905)626-5611 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, 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 July/Au- gust.1-866-601-3083 or 905-432- 6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, SPRING SPECIAL! Under new Management.1 & 2, avail.in adult lifestyle bldg.Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail.Ju- ly/August.Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA- 2-bedroom basement apt., close to Oshawa Centre. Laundry, 2-car parking, sep.en- trance, utilities. included $850/month, no smoking. Avail July 1/immediately.(905)424- 1113 PICKERING (Altona Rd/Shep- pard), 1-bedroom basement apartment available immediately, modern, sep.entrance, fireplace, 4-pc bath, jacuzzi tub, parking, TV, laundry, no smoking/pets, $700/mo, 905-509-5548. PICKERING, BROCK/HWY #2, 3 bedroom basement apartment. Available July 1st. Negotiable: $900 plus 40% utilities. (905)426-7537 or (905) 922-1820 WHITBY - 2 & 3 bedroom suites from $950 per mo.all inclusive. Close to all amenities.Office hours 9 - 5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 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. PICKERING, WHITES/HWY.#2, 2 bedroom legal basement apt. Separate entrance.Large kitch- en.4 piece bath.Laundry. Parking.$950 inclusive. Available immediately.No pets/smokers. 905-420-4584. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St.Newly renovated spacious, quiet 2-bedrooms $865/mo. Available immediately/July 1st. Laundry, parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena/ shopping.1-800-693-2778 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! May 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) SENIORS WELCOMED BOND ST.E.available July 1st/15th. bachelor, clean, bright, newly painted.Close to shopping/bus. Laundry on site, safe neighbor- hood. Asking $550 respective- ly.Call 438-0558. SIMCOE ST. S. OSHAWA, 1-bedroom apt.with skylight, close to 401 and bus stop.Stove, fridge, parking incl.$525/mo. plus hydro, water included. Avail. July 1, call 905-666-4670. SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA,near 401.Nice, clean and quiet build- ing near shopping and transporta- tion.Utilities included.1 & 2 bdr. apt.$749 and $849, Available July 1st, first/last (905)436-7686 until 7:30pm. WALK TO GO,Tim Horton's, shopping, "waterfront" bus at door. Minutes to 401.Brock St./Victoria St.Newly renovated, large bright 2 bedroom with sep- arate entrance, eat in kitchen, new laundry facilities, no pets, no smoking, $850.416-238-4775. WHITBY Large 2-bedroom base- ment apartment, 1000+ sq.ft. Separate entrance, parking& utilities included. Shared laundry. No dogs. Available Immediate- ly/July 15th.$975/mo.Lori, 905- 723-0555 or Dave 905-244-7873. WHITBY CENTRAL, DUN- DAS/BROCK,Large 2 bed- room, quiet small building, no smoking/pets, $939 plus hydro. Occupied mostly by mature adults.Parking, laundry. (416)438-4895. WHITBY, immaculate 2 bedroom apt, Avail. immediately.$910, in- cludes appliances, heat, parking, laundry facilities.Call (905)666- 1074 or 905-556-0455. WHITBY, NEWLY RENOVATED 3 bedroom main floor duplex shared laundry, one parking, no smoking/pets, Avail July 15th. $1,350 all inclusive. 905-686- 3664, (647) 209-1950. 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. 3-BEDROOM CONDO, 2-baths, located in N.Oshawa.Laundry and utilities included with 2-park- ing spots, $1200/month.Available July 1st.No pets.Call for more information.(905)442-4740. COURTICE,Parkwood Village 3-bedroom, 3-baths, 1642 sq.ft. luxury condo, double fireplace, 6 appliances, solarium. Available August 1st, $1450+ utilities.Call 905-881-4406 leave message. LUXURY CONDO units in Downtown Oshawa. 1-2 brm+ den available. Granite counter tops and stain- less steel appliances. 5 appliances incl. Lots of amenities. Starting from $800./month Please call (905) 404-1400 -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 AJAX,Lovely home.Quiet, tree- lined street.Zero down payment. Free Recorded Message.1-877- 878-7802, ext.100.Lebel Real Estate Inc., Brokerage 905-686- 2730. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, 2 storey upper.Tot ally renovated.Gar- age.$1100+1/2 utilities.Laundry. Lower level:3 bedrooms, 2 fire- places, 2 family rooms, back- yard, $1100+1/2 utilities.Both hardwood flooring/CAC.Valley Farm/Hwy.#2.Credit check.905- 837-8614, after 5:30p. 3-BEDROOM HOUSE,Oshawa, air conditioning, fenced yard, newly refinished, $1100/month. Available immediately.(647)281- 8438 AJAX (HARDWOOD/BAYLY), 3 bedroom main floor, newly renovated, near all amenities, liv- ing room, kitchen, laundry, park- ing, $1200/inclusive. No pets/smoking.First/last.July 1st. Israr (647)223-6464. AJAX (Kingston Rd/Harwood), beautiful 5-bdrm luxury home, quiet subdivision, 2.5-baths, 5-appliances incl.stainless steel fridge/stove, 2-car parking, hot- tub with gazebo, $1700+utilties, available Aug 1, 905-619-8880 or 416-358-3345. AJAX (north of Westney and Rossland),Immaculate newer 3 bdrm.house, 5 appliances, AC, 2 1/2 baths. No smoking/pets, $1400 + utilities, 905-428-2015. AJAX Harwood/Bayly.Large 3 bdrm. bungalow, upper level. Newly decorated, new kitchen, Laundry, parking, near all amenities.$1100/mo.+ utilities. Avail. immediately.Call 905-509- 2335 or 905-903-2335 after 4pm. ALTONA N. OF FINCH 3 bdrm bungalow.Whole house.Bsmt unfinished, sunsets over farm field.Half acre lot.$950/mo plus utilties.Call Mike 905-831-3300 O$$ DOWN (oac)own this 3 bedroom detached home in Cour- tice, with 3 brs, garage, 2 baths, fully finished basment, central air, 5 appliances, for $1295 month in- cludes mortage and taxes! Re- quire good credit, and family in- come of $50,000 per year.Why rent? Call Bill Roka, Remax Spir- it (905) 728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 OC AREA - 4 BEDROOMS,large living room, dining room, eat - in kitchen, 2 full baths, rec.room, computer room, laundry, garage, appliances, parking, heated, fenced yard.(905) 728-5570 OSHAWA, SPACIOUS second floor & loft, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath- rooms, parking, $1200/inclusive. Available July 1st.Call Jake (416)627-1199 PICKERING Church/Delaney, 4-bdrms, 2.5-baths, brand new, all new 5-appliances, A/C, single garage, near school/shopping, $1750/mob+utilities, First/last, no smoking, Call Rafi 416-271-2782 or Adnan 416-268-7778. QUIET, CONVENIENT location, Whitby/Ajax border, 3-bedroom all brick 2-storey detached. At- tached garage, 1-1/2 baths, fenced, double driveway, appli- ances.$1200/month + utilities. July 1st.No smoking/pets. (905)725-2236 SOLINA/TAUNTON RD.- 4 bed- room country home with approx. 1 acre, circular drive. August.lst $1295 plus utilities.First/last ref- erences.Call Pat or Wayne (905)720-0228 WHITBY ROSSLAND/GARDEN 3 bedroom house for rent or sale. walkout basement, close to amenities, August 15th, $1350. plus utilities.(905)668-1441, (416)283-9391. AJAX BRAND NEW 3-bdrm townhouse.5-appliances.Gar- age.$1400+ utilities. AlsoProfes- sionally finished 2-bdrm bsmt apt.4-appliances.parking, $850+ % of utilities.First/last. References. Available immediate- ly.905-619-8880, 416-358-3345. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975/mo+ utilities, close to schools & shop- ping.First/last.905-579-9956. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has townhouse units available.Hydro included.Please call 905-576- 9299. 2 ROOMS FOR RENT-2700 sq.ft, brand new executive home. Price is $550/month per room, all inclusive, including parking. Taunton & Wilson area.Prefer female, non-smoker, references required.Call 905-259-9145. A SEPARATE ROOM for rent, Pickering, $350 inclusive, quiet home, available immediately, near shopping & amenities.Fe- male preferred.Call (905)426- 1974, leave message if not home. AJAX - HARWOOD & HWY 2. furnished roomin quiet home. Laundry, cable, phone, a/c includ- ed. No smoking/pets.First/last. Available immediately.$400/mo. 416-893-0140. AJAX NORTH,Westney/Sullivan separate entrance, available im- mediately, close to all amenities. No smoking/pets.(905)683-1180. AJAX HARWOOD/HWY 2 large room for rent, $400 inclusive w/in- ternet & cable. Available immedi- ately.To ny 416-574-6037. PICKERING ROOM & APT.for rent.Furnished or unfurnished. Rent starts at $350 and up.No pets/smoking.Close amenities. Call between 10a-6p.905-831- 7909, 905-421-070, 647-838- 0614 (after 6p) WHITBY,room avail.in quiet home.$500/mo inclusive, (wkly avail.) Includes internet, 1-park- ing, share use of kitchen, no smoking/pets, first/last/referenc- es.(905)430-8189, (905)259- 8959. OSHAWA,Adelaide/Park.Quiet working male preferred. NON- SMOKER/NO PETS, furnished room in quiet clean home, park- ing, avail.now.First/last.$500/in- clusive. 905-720-1533 or 905- 767-5839 COUNTRY GET-A-WAY, B&B overlooking Rice Lake. www.hillviewhaven.ca Also, 2 bedroom, sleeps 6, self catering, wheelchair accessible chalet $750 week.1-877-323-5601 FENELON FALLS, Sturgeon Lake.Private lakefront, 3 bed- room modern cottage, all conven- iences, cable. No pets, no inside smoking please.$750 weekly. Call (905) 623-7637 211 motor homes 1990 FLEETWOOD SOUTH- WIND, 97,000 kms, new tires, stainless steel wheels, new gen- erator, auto, airbags, suspension, walk-on roof, rooftop heater/A/C, awning (crank-out), 4 piece bath, sleeps 6-8, master bedroom, pro- pane/electric stove and fridge, mi- crowave, portable TV, 8 speaker stereo system and much more, well maintained, excellent condi- tion.$25,000.OBO. Must sell. Call 1-705-760-4487. 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 1997 36' PARK AVENUE, 2 slides, front kitchen, rear bed- room, large bath, patio door, Air and awning. Situated on shaded site. Asking $17,000 OBO.Call (705)696-2107 2000 COLEMAN Bayside Elite, Tent trailer, sleeps 8.Large Add- A-Room.Furnace, 3 way fridge, hot water, 2 stoves, asking $8000.Call (905)987-1871 BALSAM LAKE Fenelon Falls Trailers for Sale on Sites, Housekeeping Cottages for rent. Seasonal boat slips for rent. 1-877-887-2550 www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com 1981 SEARAY 19-FT IO 195 - Hull & Engine Good Condition. Interior requires some TLC. $2800.Call Jack (705)887-1682 (Fenelon Falls) or e-mail jlang- ham@sympatico.ca 2 1995 GTX seadoos with double bunk trailer.Great condition with low hours.$6500 o.b.o.Will sell separately 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, ver y economical $19,500 o.b.o.Trailer included. (905)404-2861, 905-432-0580 BASS TENDER BOAT 11.3-ft. Trailer, motors (5hp + electric), fish finder, new battery.All acces- sories & safety equipment.Call (905)728-4542 leave msg. CHECKMATE ENCHANTER 20ft.4in.2-tone brown metal flake, one 40 Evinrude and trailer, good condition.$5,900 o.b.o Jim in Lakefield (705)652-8849 FOUND: SILVER KEYCHAIN, "Forever in My heart Mom" along beach bus route.(905)426-8224 LOST CAT! Spayed female grey with black-grey face from Taunton/Westney area Ajax. Gone since June 4th.Call 905- 239-2374 or 905-622-1279 if spotted or captured. Reward. IF YOU ARE A SWM, tired of the single scene (64-68), has a good sense of humor, likes DANCING, MOVIES AND TRAVELING,SWF would like to hear from you. Serious replies only.Call and leave message and phone number at: 1-800-692-3269 Box #321886. JOIN MISTY RIVER Introductions Serving all of Ontario for 12 years.Tired of Internet dates that go nowhere, people that misrepresent themselves or their intentions, why don't you try something different? Thousands of people successfully matched. Free Consultation (416) 777-6302 www.mistyriverintros.com LESBIAN TEACHER (College), 40 years, seeking same or simi- lar.Enjoys outdoor rec.traveling, home projects and cooking.Con- tact gtalesbian@hotmail.com MYSTIC Message Presents:An- thony Carr ("The World's Most Documented Psychic!") and his psychic circle.He predicted *9/11 *Murder of Pope John Paul *Desert Storm *Titanic Discovery. 1-888-351-5290 3.99/minute anthonycarrpsychic.com LIVE-IN NANNY required for 1 & 7 yr.old, Ajax.Flexible sched- ule. References required.Prefer Filipino speaking.$9/hr., light housekeeping. 905-426-4779. LIVE-OUT CAREGIVER,Mon- Wed.7:30am-3:30pm.For 9 month old and 7 years old.Expe- rienced, non-smoker, light house- keeping, references required. Leave message.416-837-2754. $5 or flat rate DAYCARE/BABYSITTING AVAILABLE Brock/Kingston. Safe and pet/smoke free home. English/French speaking. Fenced yard and playroom. Reasonable rates tailored to your needs.Tax receipts. Call Nima 905-239-2023 FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 $25-$100:2-LR side chairs, 2-square and round end tables, filing cabinet, RCA-TV & wall unit, large wood desk, lamps, French- Provincial round side chair, Call 416-655-7626. +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. 2 LOVESEATS,like new, top quality, 2 throw cushions w/each, beige w/dark wood legs. New cost $3,000, asking $1,500 for both.(905)725-2128 A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,500.Call 416-524-2018. AIR Conditioner & Dehumidifier $40 each; Freezer $65.Call 905-576-0132 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.Durham's largest selection of reconditioned appliances in-stock.Washers $199/up, stoves $149/up, coin operated washers & dryers $499, 24" fridges $200/up, front load washers only $399.Large selec- tion of Scratch & Dent applianc- es.Parts Specialist.426 Simcoe St.S.(905)728-4043. AIR CONDITIONING from $1595. High efficient gas furnace from $1650.A/C Tune Up $69.95+parts.Installation of duct- work, water heaters, gas piping from $100.Furnace cleaning, gas, oil & propane Sales & Ser- vice McCoy Mechanical. (905)259-1415 ALL NEW QUEEN or thopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250.Call 905-213-4669. A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, July 01, 2007 newsdurhamregion.com To Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, 905-668-1838 Apply on-line atApply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. “Durham’s Original”“Durham’s Original” *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-Zone ATTENTION ADVERTISERS AND READERS Please be advised that the Oshawa This Week and the News Advertiser offices will be closed on Monday July 2nd in celebration of Canada Day. Happy Canada Day! ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT! The family of Shannon Guimond is excited to announce her engagement to Ryan Osborne son of Bob & Irene Osborne, of Brampton The wedding will be held July 7, 2007 at St. Bernadette's Church in Ajax. Congratulations, we wish you a lifetime of love & happiness! With lots of love, your friends & family! CONGRATULATE YOUR GRAD! on July 22, 2007 with an ad in the special full colour Graduation 2007 Feature Only $72 for a 2.25”x3” ad with colour picture, name, and graduation announcement. (Text is limited to 35 words) B O O K T O D AY ! Ajax News Advertiser Classified Department 905-683-5110 Place your Grad picture and receive a $10 Phone Card DEADLI NE DEAD L I N E THURSDAY, JULY 19 @ 5:00PM THUR S D A Y , J U L Y 1 9 @ 5 : 0 0 P M While quantities last) Actual Size Ask us about our 3 week Summer Special! 905-576-9335 BRAND NEW XPS M1710 Lap- tops. Black, 2 GHz, 2GB Ram, 80GB HD, 512NB Video Card, 3 YR Warranty. $2400/each. (905)683-6472 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 DINING ROOM SET,solid oak, Sklar, elegant, excellent condition, must sell, sacrifice at $1800 o.b.o. Call 905-571-7335. DOWNSIZING:Contemporary Style 9 Piece Dining Room Set: Table w/two extensions; 2 High- back armchairs; 4 Side chairs; Buffet, Hutch w/mirror and light. Call 905-430-7620 GUEST HOUSE MOVING,has top of line beds, dishes, snowblower, garden swing, Teak Bedroom suite, dinette chairs, glass dining table with 4 chairs, linens, new 8x12 custom shed. (905)983-6412. 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,a 2007 model, 5-6 person, LED light, waterfall, fully loaded, full warranty. Cost: $9,150, sacrifice $4,500. 905- 213-4669. HUGE CONTENT SALE! Furni- ture, dining, living, wall unit, patio furniture, clothing, toys, bedroom, and more. 41 Pollard Crescent, Ajax. Everything must go! 905- 686-0626. I CAN'T GET ANY BIGGER!! BOWFLEX Ultimate 2, mint con- dition, lat tower, preacher curl, leg ext., leg curl & more. $2800 o.b.o. Jason (905)260-0625 KING 5-PCE BEDROOM suite, solid wood, marble and leather. Sleigh bed includes box spring and mattress. One year old. $3000. Pictures at www.market placedurhamregion.com Call 905-421-0093. MOVING SALE:Baldwin apt. size piano $500. Couch & 2 wing chairs $400. Single bed $50. Fishing boat c/w motor, trailer & cover $1800. (905)725-4799 NEW DANBY WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERS,FROM $129 AND UP.Danby apt sized freez- ers $209. New GE bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Re-con- ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- ated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide se- lection of other new and recondi- tioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 POOL EQUIPMENT:RAYPAK VERSA II pool heater 258.000 btu, hayward pro-series filter, leaf cover 14X28, hayward super pump self-priming 1HP, solar blanket with roller 14x28. 905- 683-8032. POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Accesso- ry package included. New in box. Cost $4395 sell for $1500. 905- 213-4669. 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. SATELLITE TV - NO MONTHLY BILLS. Receivers from $179.95. Located in Giant Tiger Plaza, Ajax. Open 7 days. www.challengefta.com 905-231- 2162 SHOPRIDER ELECTRIC SCOOTER - Very good condition. Completely portable. Comes apart easily without tools. 4 rub- ber tires prevent tipping and nev- er need air. 2 new batteries with off-board charger. Asking $1700. 905-697-0045 YOUR Hometown FleaMarket Buy ~ Sell ~ Trade new and used free on-line. New Vendors Wel- come www.shopsanfords.com 905-579-1554 WHITBY MOVING SALE:Young Chang piano, 2 curio cabinets, 2 wall units (small & large), Bassett bdrm furniture, coffee & end glass tables, various art. 905-430-0648 or 705-426-1245. BUYING ANTIQUES- China, Glass, Lamps, Furniture, Paint- ings, Jewellery, etc. R. Carruth: (705)887-1672 WANTED: LIFE JACKETS for Scouting Group. Call Kirk 905- 261-4397 2 FEMALE KITTEN,12 weeks old, free to a good home. Call (905)839-5493 EXCEPTIONAL PURE BRED chocolate lab puppies, first shots, vet checked, 1 year health guar- antee, both parents on site. $650 each. Please call (705)953-9473 anytime GERMAN SHEPPARD PUPPIES for sale, CKC registered, Micro- chipped, dewormed, 1st shots, sable, black and tan colour. $700. (905)240-2622 or (905)925-9636. GOLDEN RETRIEVER Puppies, 6 males. CKC registered. Two year health guarantee. Micro- chipped, dewormed, 1st shots. Champion blood lines. $800 ready-to-go mid-July. Call (905)718-2326 GOLDENDOODLES 2 girls & Whoodles 3 boys ready now. Labradoodles & Aussiedoodles M/F ready beginning of July. Per- fect for families. 705-437-2790 www.doodletreasures.com YORK-SHI-POO/SHITZ SNOO- DLE puppies, 7 weeks, vet checked, vaccinated, dewormed, $400. Call 905-342-1050. 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 $9500.00 OBO. Call Tom @ 416-705-1333. 1986 TRANS AM: Blk, 305, Carb, 5 spd man. Loaded: air, T-roof, pw, pl, ph, tilt, cruise, Alarm, Wolf cover, ported sub box. 105,000 kms. Oiled annually, Garage kept. NO rust. $6,900 O.B.O. Certified. Must see. 905-723- 9781. email l.daley@rogers.com for photos. 1996 SUNFIRE,green 2-door, auto everything. 140,000-km. CD player, tinted windows, drive clean $2000-obo as is (905)433- 1935 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO GLS, 192,000km 2dr, automatic 3.4L V6, fully loaded, black ext, tan leather int, sunroof, A/C, CD/Cass & AM-FM radio, power widows, doors & locks, keyless entry, cert & e-tested $5,900 obo. Please call Jeff 905-767-4935. 2000 PONTIAC SUNFIRE $3699. 1998 Ford F-150 XL $4999 1996 Grand Am $2,699, 1998 Mazda MX6 $3,499 , 1998 GMC camper van $2,999. Others from $1,699 certified, e-tested, Kelly & Sons Since 1976. (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2002 CHRYSLER SEABRING, certified, E-tested, sunroof, V6, new transmission. Asking $6000. 905-723-3824 or 905-767-7073 66' FORD MUSTANG COUPE, prize winning purple beauty, black interior, mags, 200 6 cyl, automatic, 23 yr owner, asking $15,000 o.b.o. Call (905)725-6121. 91' DODGE SHADOW, auto, A/C, sunroof, 205,000 kms, good condition, $600 uncertified. Call (905)420-0636. Ask us about our 3 week Summer Special! 905-576-9335 SILVER 2006 Mazda 6-for lease takeover. Manual, a/c, auto win- dows/doors. 2.5 years left on lease-within allowable 25,000 kms./yr. Offering $2000.00 in- centive, $387.50/month. Call Courtney (905) 444-9372. ! ! $ ! 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 $$$$$ 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 ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905- 263-4142 or 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 410 trucks for sale 1990 CHEV EXT.Cab Pick-up, rebuilt motor and trans, painted June '06, many new parts, $8500 OBO. (905)983-8103 1994 DODGE LARAMIE SLT 1500 with cap good condition needs minor work. 250000km sell as is. $2000. 905-725-6453, 905- 441-0071 (cell). 410 trucks for sale TRUCK CAP for Ford short box (1993). Call 905-377-0361 even- ings and weekends. 1990 CHEVY CARGO VAN, just passed safety e-test. Good condi- tion. $2500 obo. Call 905-706- 7086 1993 DODGE GRAND CARA- VAN, 213,000kms. Certified and E-Tested. Mint condition, $1250 OBO. Call (905)623-9135 1995 SAFARI SLE - auto, Air, PW, PDL, AM/FM Cassette, cruise, keyless entry, rear heater, dutch doors, very good condition, no rust, many new parts (breaks, exhaust, fuel pump, ignition, steering) everything works (A/C very cold) 205,000km. E-tested and certified. $3500. (905)986- 9848 Nestleton. 1996 15 PASSENGER DODGE Ram 3500, 77,000 kms. Mint. Tinted windows, certified, e-test- ed. $9,000 Call 905-727-0857. 1998 FORD WINDSTAR 3-litre, A/C, AM/FM radio, power windows and doors, rebuilt trans- mision, good condition, $1000 or best offer, 905-852-5439. 2003 OLDS SILHOUETTE 7 pass van. Sale price $13,990, 76,000 kms. Quad seating, dual air, leather interior. Back up sen- sors. This merlot metallic pearl vehicle has it all. Only at Ajax Nissan. www.durhamcreditzone. 1-866-304-7326 2006 JEEP LIBERTY diesel fully loaded, take over lease $523/mo including taxes. 905-706-7086 1979 MGB,Soft Top and Hard Top, body rebuilt 4 years ago, very good mechanical condition. Floor needs work. Best offer. (905)571-1992 or (905)433-6536 PRETTY SWISS BLONDE 905-665-2907 by appt. 8am - 10pm Relaxing for Gentlemen ASIAN LADIES Chinese, Japanese, Korean Pretty & Busty Open-minded, Good Service, Good Rate 24/7, Out Calls Only www.cuteorientals.ca 647-221-5858 KRISTEN SEXY, SASSY, FUN 20yrs old Brunette beautiful tan (I'm the Real Deal) In/Out Calls (905)432-6492 Hiring Girls Sweet Charlotte 35 yrs., petite, exotic green eyed beauty, 34D Out calls only (416)455-0336 A+ AJAX SPA BEST ASIAN CUTIES Head-to-Toe Treatment Swedish, Shiatsu,Back Walk. Deep & Relaxing FANTASTIC MASSAGE (905)231-0092 AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. 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