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The Pickering 28 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2008 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Honouring a hero Residents pay tribute to Canadian soldier Page 3 A cold one Polar plunge raises cash and spirits Page 10 Youngest of three girls first baby delivered at Ajax-Pickering hospital in new year Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — The Deveaux fam- ily had to cancel its New Year’s Eve plans since it had quite a big event to prepare for on the first day of 2008. Charlotte Deveaux burst into the world at 10:03 a.m. on Jan. 1, weighing in at seven pounds, nine ounces, and was the first baby born at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering in 2008. And she didn’t make a peep as her mother, father, grandmoth- er, grandfather, visitors and two older sisters, Erika and Yvette, celebrated the new addition to the Whitby family at the hospital the next day. Her mother, Danielle Deveaux, whose due date was Jan. 12, had scheduled the caesarean section for the first day of 2008, but didn’t think she’d be the first to deliver since she only went in for the procedure at 9:45 a.m. “I didn’t think I’d have the first baby of the year,” she said. “It’s kind of neat just being the first. It was a great surprise actually.” But Charlotte wasn’t the first born in Durham; Ava Banlaki was born at 1:19 a.m. on New Year’s Day at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Charlotte’s father, Bernie De- veaux, said he’s very grateful for the service at the hospital. In fact, he said Dr. Janice Ruggles has delivered all three of the couples’ baby girls. “She even cut into her holidays to stay and deliver,” Ms. Deveaux added. And although Charlotte’s sister, two-year-old Erika, was expect- ing a boy, she confided to the News Advertiser that she is ex- cited about her new baby sister. 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Asked if he looks forward to being deployed, Mr. McGovern says “Yes. It’s why I joined in the first place.” Jeremy Burns, a Whitby resident and a cadet with the Canadian Forces, says he was there to “show my support.” It’s the first time he’s partici- pated in a bridge ceremony. “Showing support is very im- portant,” Mr. Burns says. “To see the people supporting the troops really makes it all worthwhile.” Gunner Dion, with 5e regiment d’artillerie legere du Canada, based in Valcartier, Que., was the 74th Canadian soldier to die in Af- ghanistan since the mission began in 2002. Bob Jeffery says he was at the ceremony “mostly, it’s just respect. It’s the least we can do to show our support for the families.” Joe Hovorka of Ajax says he’s attended all similar ceremonies in 2007 and has missed only two since they began. Holding a Ca- nadian flag, Mr. Hovorka says it’s “important for the soldiers putting their lives in danger.” The families “need to know the death of the soldiers mattered.” Knowing how people feel about the soldiers, Mr. Hovorka says will “last a lifetime for the fam- ilies. It will last a lifetime for you because you don’t forget. It hits you in the gut.” He says there’s “a lot at stake” in the Afghanistan conflict. “The only reason we enjoy the things we enjoy are the veterans of a generation ago,” he notes. Mitchell Vangennip, 13, and his sister Sarah, nine, were on hand with their mother Donna and grandfather Andre. 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Residents brave cold to pay respects to soldier For more on how Durham residents paid their respects check out newsdurhamregion.com Brown back in Ajax Councillor thanks everyone for thoughts AJAX — Pat Brown is on the road to recovery. The Ward 4 local Councillor was hospitalized in Toronto a week be- fore Christmas after a brain tumour was found. It was successfully re- moved and she was transferred to the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital on Wednesday. In an e-mail, Coun. Brown says the well-wishes she and her family have received are welcome. “I can’t thank you enough for all your thoughts and prayers for my recovery. 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Council has waived the rental fees for the portion of the games taking place in Pickering. From May 29 to 31, the Special Olympics Ontario Durham Region 2008 Spring Games, hosted by the Durham Regional Police Ser- vice (DRPS), will be held at various facilities throughout Durham. Special Olympics Ontario and DRPS identified the Pickering Recreation Complex as a premier facility for the swimming portion of the games. The swimming events will take place on May 30 and 31, and about 250 athletes will be par- ticipating. The organization will save $1,872, including taxes, rental fees and extra fees, due to council’s decision. About 1,000 athletes will participate in events such as swimming, basketball, weightlifting and bowling throughout the games. Pickering makes in-kind donation to Special Olympics Covering the Durham news scene rszekely@durhamregion.comREPORTER REKA SZEKELYNEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 We can be reached at 905-683-5110 NEWS ADVERTISER Your number is up...Play SUDOKU online at durhamregion.com PICKERING — Durham Sustain Ability, in partnership with the City of Pickering, is holding a free screening to help residents learn how the garbage they produce impacts the environ- ment. “It’s a new year, and what better resolution is there to make than to have less of an impact on the earth,” said Danielle Milley of DSA in a press release. “Our actions and the decisions we make every day have an effect not just today, but on future generations to come.” ‘Garbage! The Revolution Starts At Home’ follows the McDonald family as it sees how much it really consumes by saving garbage and recycling for three months (the organic waste is weighed each week before it’s collected by the municipality). 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The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community News- paper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that ad- dresses reader complaints about member newspapers. The pub- lisher reserves the right to clas- sify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occupies. Edito- rial and Advertising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657. [ Letters Policy ]-- We welcome letters that include name, city of residence and phone numbers for verification. Writers are generally limited to 200 words and one submission in 30 days. We decline announcements, poetry, open letters, consumer com- plaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: mjohnston@durhamregion. com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com LETTER TO THE EDITOR GM faces ongoing challenges in 2008 It’s nothing new for the local auto industry which has been bleeding jobs for a number of years now, but 2008 promises to be a pivotal year for General Motors of Canada. The long-awaited flex plant, which can produce several models at once, is scheduled to open later this year with its No. 1 product the revamped, restyled Chevrolet Camaro. While that’s good news and it’s hoped the Camaro will be a worldwide hit, there are other storm clouds on the horizon for General Motors. And what’s bad for GM has a ripple effect that impacts the entire Durham economy where a number of branch plants produce parts for GM. It also hurts all businesses that depend on GM workers for their bottom line. Indications from Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty are that the Conservative government will not take an activist role in propping up suffering businesses. In a widely reported year-end interview, Mr. Flaherty, also MP for Whitby-Oshawa, suggested the government would take a wait-and-see approach on the economy and let the market dictate what moves it would make. The problem for manufacturing is that it is just one facet of what has been a hot economy. Unemployment is low, our dollar is valuable on the world stage, and growth is achieving rates the feds can be pleased with. However, there is a major concern that a slumping U.S. econ- omy, where 85 per cent of GM Canada’s production is exported to, could eventually lead to a production lag here. That would be bad news for all of us. It’s not clear what exactly the feds could do to cushion the blow of reduced demand for autos from the U.S. other than to reduce corporate taxes and to provide subsidies to manufactur- ers to help them ride any downturn. A long-time concern has been any free trade deal with Korea which offers auto manufacturers in the Asian nation an advan- tage when they export vehicles here but which fails to provide the same treatment to Canadian manufacturers seeking to break into the growing Korean market. Free trade must be fair. General Motors must quickly react to market activity -- the flex plant is a very good start -- but a little help from the feds in the upcoming budget, wouldn’t hurt either. You can’t beat an outdoor rink I t looks like we’ve finally got a real winter on our hands. I couldn’t be happier. This morning my one-block walk to the newspaper box felt like summitting on K2. Fantastic. You know you’re Canadian when you’ve got to chisel the frozen snot out of your moustache before breakfast. That’s living. With the advent of the cold and snow there’s hope too for a fresh crop of that uniquely Canadian phenomenon; the out- door rink. With the weirdness of the weather lately, outdoor rinks have become an endangered species. I had my own rink on life support several times last season. There was a time, when I was a kid, when virtually every park you came across had an outdoor rink, paid for by the municipality’s recreation budget and maintained by some good-hearted, community-minded souls. But, like twice a day mail delivery and anvils in cartoons, they went the way of the Dodo. One by one they disappeared until eventually, parks in most neighborhoods became childless, silent wastelands from November to April. And soon, a whole gen- eration of unfortunate children grew up not knowing what it’s like to skate or whack a puck around without a roof overhead and Zamboni exhaust in their lungs. That’s just wrong. Being a kid without ever once lacing up in the cold or gliding around while the sun dips into a breathtaking vermilion sunset is like growing up without milk and cookies. It’s like a childhood spent without ever once finding a discarded Playboy magazine. With the advent of so many high-tech, indoor diversions our lives are badly out of balance. Most of us, and our children, are sorely in need of a connection to nature. We just don’t go out much. When was the last time you stood and looked up into a winter’s night sky? When was the last time you walked in a forest so silenced by fallen snow you could hear a squirrel fart? An outdoor rink happily puts us back into nature’s good hands. Our bodies, as we glide and swoop and twirl through the bril- liance of a winter’s day or under the glory of a million blazing stars, rejoice at a cellular level. Outdoor rinks are like frozen foun- tains of youth. To skate on one is to slip back into time. It is to reconnect with that energy that once glowed and pulsed through us. A few years ago, my comedy partner and I did a show at a resort near Huntsville. The show wrapped up around 10:30 at night and afterwards we were wound up and ener- gized. Neither of us felt remotely like heading for sleep or watching television. We discov- ered that the resort had a large outdoor rink on one of its frozen ponds, complete with lights, nets and rentable skates and sticks. The two of us laced up and spent several blissful hours skating, passing a puck back and forth and just talking. Talking, laughing and making memories while the snow, the forest and the million stars in the heav- ens listened and smiled. You can’t get that through a wall socket. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor- comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. He is currently starring in the hit CBC sitcom, Little Mosque on the Prairie. Follow Neil’s BLOG drinfo.ca/croneblog.html LCBO on the right track To the editor: The residents of Durham Region have been forced to com- post, and to do so properly they need to purchase the com- postable liners bags. The Region has provided us with recycling bins for our kitchen scraps, however we need to purchase the liners, which are costly. Grocery stores however, have not eliminated the use of plas- tic bags; they cannot be broken down during the composting stage. The fight should be to eliminate the plastic bag and en- courage people to use the paper bag to line the bins. We must all work together to help save the environment. People use the plastic bags for garbage collection to avoid purchasing specific bags. Most people still use these bags pro- vided by the grocery stores for that purpose. In order to properly implement the use of the green bins, which will eventually be advantageous to the environment, stores must be partners in the fight to save the environment. Why are grocery stores allowed to opt out of this fight? If we as citizens are mandated to compost, why are the stores continu- ing to provide environmentally unfriendly bags? The LCBO is the only store that offers the consumer the choice of paper or plastic. The LCBO is the model in the fight to save the environment. 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Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:00 Sat. 9 - 4:00, Sun. 10 - 1 Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 4, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com DURHAM — Another 24 people have been busted for drunk driving as Dur- ham police continue with the annual Festive RIDE campaign, bringing the number so far to more than 100 and surpassing last year’s total with one week left to go. In the first six weeks of the sched- uled seven-week campaign 105 people have been charged with drinking and driving, cops said Wednesday. That’s more than the 101 charged in last year’s RIDE effort. A total of 1,860 vehicles were checked during the sixth week, with 181 road- side breath tests administered. In ad- dition to those charged another 29 mo- torists had their licences suspended for 12 hours for registering a warning. As well, eight young G1 and G2 licence holders were charged for breaching the no-alcohol condition. RIDE wraps up this week. Another 24 people charged by police with drinking and driving To see how Durham police are targeting those who drink and drive see the video online at newsdurhamregion.com Covering the Pickering news scene kcalis@durhamregion.comREPORTER KRISTEN CALISNEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 www.durhamregion.comCATCH UP ONLINE AT Tentative date for halt to bus service is Jan. 7 DURHAM — Residents can look to Dur- ham Region Transit (DRT) to fill in the gaps should GO bus drivers hit the picket lines next week. The current tentative strike date is Jan. 7. There would be no GO bus service in the event of a strike, but trains would run as scheduled. Durham Region Transit operates sev- eral routes parallel to GO service in the region. - 915 Taunton offers frequent service, in- cluding weekends, from the Pickering GO station via Bayly and Westney to Taunton and Simcoe to Durham College and UOIT. - 916 Rossland offers frequent and direct service to and from the Pickering and Ajax GO stations to Durham College and UOIT. - 922 Bloor/Victoria offers rush hour ser- vice to and from the Whitby GO station, connecting with the Oshawa GO station and Courtice. - 6 White Oaks offers service from Jeffrey and McQuay in Whitby via Kendalwood and Burns to the Oshawa Centre. - 2 King offers service from Oshawa Centre to Courtice Road. DRT said passengers should anticipate delays due to general heavier traffic con- gestion and possible disruptions at GO stations. There will be alternative bus stop locations next to the GO stations should there be picketing at GO station entrances. The co-fare agree- ment allowing GO train riders to transfer to DRT buses at a reduced rate will stay intact. The “one fare anywhere” agreement which allows DRT passengers to travel on GO buses within the region will be sus- pended. For route information and schedules, visit www.durhamregiontransit.com. DUFFIN HEIGHTS NEIGHBOURHOOD ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICING PLAN (ESP) CITY OF PICKERING Class Environmental Assessment and Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC) Category ‘B’ Class Environmental Assessment NOTICE OF STUDY COMPLETION DECEMBER 21st, 2007 Duffi n Heights is an Urban Neighbourhood identifi ed in the City of Pickering Offi cial Plan. Policies within the City of Pickering Offi cial Plan require an Environmental Servicing Plan (ESP) prior to development occurring in the Duffi n Heights Neighbourhood. Sernas Associates, on behalf of Mattamy Homes Limited, Coughlan Homes, and the Ontario Realty Corporation have conducted the Duffi n Heights Environmental Servicing Plan (ESP). The ESP addresses the following components needed for development to occur: • Proposed road needs; • Proposed road alignments; • Natural Heritage System (NHS) crossings; • Community Facility needs; and • Development Limits. The above plan depicts the preferred road locations and preferred land use and recommended development limits for the Duffi n Heights Neighbourhood. In consultation with agencies and the public the recommendations of the ESP required the following Community Facilities to support the development of the Neighbourhood – 2 elementary schools, 4 Village Greens, 1 Neighbourhood Park and 4 stormwater management ponds. Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Components of the ESP requiring future approvals under the Environmental Assessment Act have been completed in accordance with Phases 1 and 2 of Schedule ‘C’ of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, June 2000, for Municipal Roads Projects. Alternative roads and road alignments, Community Facility needs and Development limits have been evaluated based on the following: • Engineering and Public Safety • Natural Environment • Social/Cultural Environment • Economic Environment The ESP has been prepared to document the study activities, conclusions and recommendations. The ESP is available for public review at the City of Pickering Planning and Development Department from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. For further information about the ESP please contact Lynn Collins at the telephone number and address listed below or by e-mail. We welcome you to review the ESP and provide us your comments by January 21, 2008. Subject to comments received by this date the City of Pickering may proceed with the necessary Offi cial Plan Amendments and Tertiary Plan changes in order to implement the preferred transportation network and land use plan. ORC Category ‘B’ Class Environmental Assessment (EA) ORC has landholdings within the Duffi n Heights Neighbourhood. These landholdings may be transferred or sold as development occurs within the Neighbourhood. ORC is required to carry out a Category ‘B’ Environmental Assessment prior to the sale or transfer of their lands. The Municipal Class EA is intended to address the requirements of Category ‘B’ of the Environmental Assessment for ORC for the disposition of their lands within the Duffi n Heights Neighbourhood. This ORC undertaking is limited to lands for which no previous ORC EA has already been conducted. Comments or Questions? 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Just click here THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 4, 2008 PAGE 9 A/Pdurhamregion.com SEATON COMMUNITY MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICING PLAN (MESP) MUNICIPAL ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE #2 CITY OF PICKERING THURSDAY JANUARY 10TH , 2008 In May of 2006 the Central Pickering Development Plan (CPDP) was approved by the Province of Ontario under the Ontario Planning and Development Act. Seaton is the urban community identifi ed in the CPDP. The policies within the CPDP establish the need for the preparation of a Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) prior to development occurring within the Seaton Community. North Pickering Community Management Inc. is conducting the Seaton Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) with assistance from the City of Pickering and the Province of Ontario. The Seaton MESP will address the following components needed for development to occur, as identifi ed in the CPDP: • Identify requirements for water source protection; • Conduct a water balance on a subwatershed basis; • Conduct an erosion sensitivity analysis for receiving watercourses; • Promote maintenance and enhancement of the fi sheries; • Prepare a stormwater management master plan; • Confi rm municipal service requirements; • Confi rm the major transportation system requirements; • Identify the number and general location of major community facilities; • Provide preliminary servicing cost estimates for infrastructure; • Identify an interconnected network of pedestrian, bicycle and multi-use trails; and, • Identify existing and proposed major utility requirements. Municipal Engineers Association Class Environmental Assessment (MEA Class EA) The MESP shall fulfi ll the requirements of the Municipal Engineers Association Class Environmental Assessment (MEA Class EA). At a minimum the MESP will address Phases 1 and 2 of the MEA Class EA for all non-Regional road, water and wastewater projects. Possible methods of implementing the proposed projects will be evaluated based on the effects of the following: • Engineering and Public Safety • Natural Environment • Social/Cultural Environment • Economic Environment It should be noted that the Region of Durham will be conducting a Class Environmental Assessment relating to the Regional Services and Roads necessary for the development of the Seaton Community. Public Consultation Public input during the planning process of this project is encouraged. Three (3) Public Information Centres have been planned, with the fi rst having taken place on June 27th, 2007. These Information Centres will provide additional information and answer your questions regarding the project prior to completion of the study and selection of a preferred solution. You are invited to drop in to the second of three (3) Public Information Centres: • Thursday January 10th - 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. • Council Chambers – City of Pickering Municipal Building • One the Esplanade (Opposite Pickering Town Centre) This Information Centre will provide a summary of the existing conditions within the study area with respect to surface water and groundwater resources, and terrestrial and aquatic habitats. It will also provide information pertaining to the proposed transportation system, stormwater management plan and required community facilities within the Seaton Community. Comments or Questions? Add your name to our study mailing list, or if you have any comments or questions or require further information about the study, please contact : Ms. Nancy Mather, P.Eng. (Monday through Friday 8:30a.m. to 4:30pm.) 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One hundred went in the water, in two shifts. “For the amount of people out there, they really gave generously,” he adds. “It was really cold. “It got bigger than last year. We had three times the amount of people. Next year will be even bigger,” Mr. Gos notes. Among the swimmers was Michael’s father, Scott. “It went really well. I was really happy for the turnout for Michael and the cancer centre. It was very cold, especially after three times in,” Mr. Box says. “They were hoping to raise $1,000 and they tripled that.” Mr. Box took the plunge three times. Once, when everybody went in, a sec- ond time when a lady showed up late, and a third time when a TV station also showed up late. Mr. Gos says some of the “brave souls” included a 10-year-old boy who went in for the first time. Another pair was a father and daughter who went in for their mother, who has cancer. “That was good to see. “A lot went in for the first time and repeats we had from last year,” he states, adding one person who went in was a woman who was “challenged by her kids to do something weird. “Bob and I are pleased,” Mr. Gos says. “It turned out very well.” Next year, the organizers are consid- ering having tents set up so people can change after the dip. As for Michael, Mr. Box says it’s “day- by-day. He’s progressing a bit. He’s still in the C.C. (critical care) unit. “He was quite happy to watch all the video on the news. Seeing people get- ting cold, he was happy with that,” he states. A trust fund has been set up at the Bank of Montreal to help Michael. The account number is 39412-001- 8116279. A wheelchair for Michael will cost about $15,000. Ian Caldwell/ News Advertiser photo Alicia Bushell and David Urquhart lead the way out of the water after a polar bear dip at the Ajax waterfront on New Year’s Day. They were among more than 30 people in all who took to the waves in a charity fundraiser. Ian Caldwell/ News Advertiser photo Scott Box, top, second from left, poses with family after a polar bear dip fund- raiser that will help his son, 15-year-old Michael Box. The Central Collegiate student from Oshawa was paralyzed in a wrestling accident. A cold plunge for a ‘wonderful’ cause ‘I was really happy for the turnout for Michael and the cancer centre. 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Applications for Nominations are available at www.meridiancu.ca or any one of our branch locations across Ontario – and must be received by Meridian Credit Union’s Corporate Secretary by 5:00pm on February 1, 2008. Member voting for the elections will take place from April 7 to April 18, 2008. Results will be announced at our Annual General Meeting on April 22, 2008. Please send all applications to: Sheryl Wherry, Corporate Secretary c/o Meridian Credit Union 75 Corporate Park Drive St. Catharines, ON L2S 3W3 Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada 905-668-6500 • www.taoist.org The Taoist Tai ChThe Taoist Tai Chii ® internal arts and methods offer an effective way to maintain, improve or recover an effective way to maintain, improve or recover health and is taught and practised in a spirit of compassion and service to others.health and is taught and practised in a spirit of compassion and service to others. Whitby Club Pickering Satellite Port Perry Satellite Open House: Tuesday, January 8 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. A new beginner class starts at the time of the Open House 601 Dundas St. W, in the Town Plaza New beginner classes: Tues., Jan. 8: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tues., Jan. 8: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Wed., Jan. 9: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Wed., Jan. 9: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Mon., Jan. 14: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Open House: Monday, January 7 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Open House: Sunday, January 6, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Also at the time of new classes 910 Liverpool Rd., in the East Shore Community Center In the Latcham Centre, at the foot of Queen St. New beginner classes: Monday, January 7 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, January 10 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Classes are taught by accredited Taoist Tai Chi ® instructors who continually update their skills. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 4, 2008 SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 FREE FITNESS CLASSES: Living Well Fitness is offering free classes in January, including a circuit condition- ing session today from 8:45 to 10 a.m. at 1750 Plummer St., Unit 20 (Brock Road and Bayly Street) in Pickering. To sign up or for more information, call Lori at 416-399-0318 or e-mail info@livingwellfitness.com. MONDAY, JANUARY 7 CRIBBAGE: Enjoy a game with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club every Monday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., in Ajax. For more information call Audrey at 905-426-6265. Beginners are wel- come but they should come earlier. TUESDAY, JANUARY 8 SENIORS DISCUSSION GROUP: Join the Ajax Senior Citizen’s Friendship Club for its discussion group. Dianne, of the Durham Folklore Society, will speak on storytelling. Memberships are $5. Guests are welcome. The meeting is at 9:30 a.m. at 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. For more information, call Louise Johnson at 905-683-7799 or Shirley Bruce at 905-428-8711. TOASTMASTERS: Gain confidence and develop public speaking skills with the Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters. The club meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library auditorium, One the Esplanade (near Kingston and Glenan- na roads). For more information call Joanne at 905-428-7875 or just drop in for a visit. HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Pickering Township Historical Society welcomes John Sabean to speak on The Mormon Episode in Pickering in the 1830s. The free event is at the East Shore Com- munity Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. S. (south of Hwy. 401), in Pickering, at 7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9 EAGLE’S NEST: The Eagle’s Nest drop in for those 50 years and over is at Forest Brook Community Church, at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Ke- arney Drive in Pickering Village, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more informa- tion call Jack at 905-686-5647 or Bob at 905-571-5635. OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT GROUP: The group meets at St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres., Ajax, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. A cosmetician is the guest and will speak on how to use the right colours. For more information call Odette at 905-831-4471. BINGO AND DARTS: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays bingo every Wednesday at 1 p.m. and every Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Com- munity Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., in Ajax. For more information on Wednesday games call Phyllis at 905-426-3421 and for Friday games call Tom at 905-683- 6565. The club also meets at the cen- tre each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. for darts. For more information call Linda at 905-426-2923. Beginners are wel- come but they should come earlier. Billboard JANUARY 4, 2008 NEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 Just one more way to get your news thanks to the NEWS ADVERTISER newsdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 4, 2008 PAGE 13 Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND The Ajax Attack OHA junior ‘A’ hockey team returns to action tonight (Friday) when they travel to Markham to meet the Waxers. Panthers renew playoff chase Pickering juniors ‘not dead’ in bid for post-season berth: Coach Mark Joslin By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — If there’s faint hope of a playoff berth for the Pickering Panthers, that hope re- sides in how well the team does this weekend. More specifically, it will come down to how the Panthers handle a fellow bottom-of-the-pack team like the Durham Fury, which they face tonight (Friday) at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. Panthers’ head coach Mark Jos- lin notes it’s imperative to get a win tonight as well as to take two against the North York Rangers (a postponed game to make up; another in North York on Feb. 6) -- who the Panthers are chasing in the stand- ings -- to have an chance to chal- lenge for a playoff spot. “We still have a shot at it; we’re not dead by any means,” says Jos- lin. “Friday night’s game against Durham is a huge game; it’s one we’ve got to win.” Currently sitting in the bottom of the OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior ‘A’ Hockey League’s South Conference standings, the Pan- thers (9-24-1 for 19 points) are nine points behind the North York Rangers for the sixth and final playoff spot in the conference. Joslin acknowledges wins may be hard to come by the rest of the way as every team is rally- ing to gain a post-season berth. Moreover, team management has already started the task of po- sitioning the team for next sea- son by jettisoning several veteran players prior to the Jan. 10 trade deadline. Trades consummated by the Panthers just prior to or during the Christmas break: • Top scorer and second-year forward Jamie MacQueen to the Vaughan Vipers for defenceman Nick LeBouthiller and future con- siderations. In his first game with the Vipers, MacQueen netted a hat trick in a 7-2 win over the Dixie Beehives on Dec. 22; • Kevin Hudes, the Panthers’ fourth lead- ing scorer, was dealt to the Markham Waxers for future con- siderations and cash; • Ryan Gold- berg, a veter- an defence- man, was dealt to the Stouffville Spirit in a cash deal; • Defenceman Thomas Long- land was released in order to join his brother Curtis with the Port Colborne Sailors of the Golden Horseshoe Junior ‘B’ league; While Joslin isn’t thrilled about the Panthers unloading veterans, he’s solidly behind management’s decision to fill the roster with players who want to be Panthers for the long haul. “Obviously, management has the last say on decisions like that. I want guys who are willing to buy in and work hard and learn what it takes to play at a higher level. I want to compete and get guys who want to be here.” In addition to playing Durham, the Panthers are also in Vaughan to play the Vipers on Saturday night. In addition to MacQueen, the Vipers also have former standout forward Brad Fleishman, who was dealt early in the season for forward Richard Duncan. The task of vying for weekend wins, says Joslin, will be made tougher with the absence of sev- eral players, chief among them standout rookie forward Andy An- dreoff, who’s expected to be join- ing the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League for week- end games. As well, forward Tyler Hauer is ill and not expected to play, forward Chris Clark is currently on a try- out with a semi-pro team, and forward Chad Beal is under suspension and, unless an appeal is successful, will not be available. Although the Panthers are clearly sellers at the trade dead- line, Joslin notes the club has one card in which to sign a player. “We’ll use it for a defenceman,” he says. Following this weekend, the Panthers have 13 games remain- ing in the regular-season sched- ule. AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Toronto Junior Canadiens’ David Titanic celebrates his team’s power-play goal by Kyle Wetering, while Pickering Pan- thers’ goalie Brennan Poderzay gives a look of dejection. The Panthers lost 5-1 to the visiting Junior Canadiens just prior to the Christmas break. The Panthers return to OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League regular-season action tonight (Friday) when they host the Durham Fury of Oshawa at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. Jamie MacQueen Ryan Goldberg Thomas Longland Mark Joslin Pickering athletes fare well at first tramp event PICKERING — Two junior trampoline athletes with the Pickering Athletic Centre packed a one-two punch at the Winter Invitational 2007 in Newmarket recently. The Centre sent seven athletes to the meet, hosted by Airborne Trampoline North. It was the first ever meet for these trampo- line athletes who are part of the new competitive program at the Pickering club. Alexandre Mongeon and Tate Chevolleau competed in the interclub junior category, with Mongeon taking first-place hon- ours, followed by Chevolleau in second place. Mongeon and Chevolleau teamed up as a syn- chro team to place ninth overall in the interclub junior division. Lexy Murphy and Caitlin Schropp competed in the in- terclub novice category. Mur- phy finished sixth overall and Schropp placed ninth. Murphy and Schropp formed a synchro team, placing eighth overall in the interclub novice event. Kayla Harsch competed in the Provincial ‘C’ category age 14+ placing 12th overall. Aislinn Gallivan finished 10th overall in the Provincial ‘C’ cat- egory age 13, followed by Riana Shaw in 11th spot. Gallivan and Kayla Harsch competed as a synchro team in the Provincial ‘C’ bracket, plac- ing 12th overall. Sarah Nicholson coaches the trampoline program at the Pickering Athletic Centre. 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The Monarchs scored a close 2-1 vic- tory over the Redhawks in Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) regular-season play at Oshawa’s Legends Centre on Thursday, Dec. 20. Tiffany Allen and Jessica Vella scored for the Monarchs. Kristen Dewsbury replied for O’Neill. The victory improved the Monarchs’ league record to 5-1. St. Mary’s lone blemish on the season so far was a 4-1 loss on Wednesday after- noon to the Uxbridge Secondary School Tigers in Uxbridge. Michelle Sabourin scored the Mon- archs’ lone goal against the Uxbridge Tigers. The Monarchs resume LOSSA varsity hockey action when they meet the Ajax High School Rams on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at the Pickering Village Arena at 5 p.m. AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs’ forward Laura Taglioni tests Oshawa O’Neill Collegiate Redhawks’ goalie Whitney Woodcox in Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) varsity girls’ hockey action at the Legends Centre in Oshawa recently. 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E-mail mmason@mtsp.ca, or fax 905-763-8503. PERFECT MAID SERVICE URGENT!Experienced cleaners & Supervisor's needed with cleaning experience evenings, weekends, weekdays for great new opportunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $10 and up per hr +bonus. and gas allowances offered. Serious inquires only.905-686-5424. TELEMARKETING PROS full time, 4 days per week, Whitby. Paid training. Call (905) 666- 4905. PLANT HELP, METAL Stamping Company in Pickering requires plant help for assembly and press operations. Experience with punch presses and measuring in- struments are assets.Fax re- sumes to:905-839-3513. RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS needed for growing eco-friendly company. Permanent and P/T position available. Training and Transportation provided. Call 905-428-7889 www.ecolivingcleaners.com Is hiring part-time Circuit Coaches in Pickering. All you need is an outgoing personality and a passion to motivate. We train you and certify you in our circuit and sales. 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Call 1-866-303-0698. Fast growing Waste Management Company in Durham Region seeking an AR Credit and Collections Clerk. Candidate must posses min 2 yrs related experience including collection calls, managing accounts receivables, managing all collection activity. Must hold good computer skills, excellent written and spoken verbal skills. Must be available Monday-Friday from 9:00-5:00. Please fax resume to 905-426-6241 Senior Web Developer / Traffic Specialist Metroland East, Interactive Work close to home!Metroland East, Interactive (Oshawa, Ontario) is an established leader in local online services. It is responsible for the durhamre- gion.com network of sites in partnership with the Durham Region Media Group of newspapers and Metroland Digital. In this full-time position, you will lead development and maintenance of the durhamregion.com net- work of web sites, with a view to growing traffic and sales. ARE YOU THE RIGHT PERSON? If you have substantial experience building com- plex sites in MySQL/PHP, managing remote hosts and building online audiences, this opportunity may be for you. If you are an highly competitive and wildly creative leader, a problem solver, consum- mate critical thinker, born entrepreneur, and skilled communicator able to defend a position, take the first step and send us your resume. YOUR QUALIFICATIONS •Driven, impatient, self-motivated, with a strong vision that can be articulated, defended and executed. •University degree or college diploma with at least 3 years of relevant work experience. •Demonstrated excellence building complex MySQL/PHP sites. •Superior working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript. •Demonstrated knowledge of SEO, and experi- ence driving online traffic. •Familiarity with .NET. •Demonstrated ability to research ideas, solve problems and communicate solutions. •Strong desire to be an industry leader. •Strong professional image. •Desire and ability to work independently to meet objectives, goals and time lines. Please email your resume with cover letter (before January 18, 2008)to Todd Blayone (Manager, Interactive): tblayone@durhamregion.com. If you are contacted for an interview, you will be required to present your development portfolio, complete personality and skills tests, and submit a development critique of durhamregion.com. HAIRDRESSER Experienced in weave relaxer & colour with ex- cellent people skills. Some retail experience necessary. Please call Winsome 905-245-0249. SMART STYLE FAMILY HAIR SALON, Oshawa, requires li- cence stylist, full/part time. Guar- anteed wage/commission.Free tools. Benefits package, and more!Liz 1-888-888-7778 Ext: 41871. CABINET MAKER AND Wood Shop Helper required ASAP just north of Whitby. E-mail:home- builders@live.ca MECHANIC,4th-5th year, or Li- censed. Good Diagnostic skills. No weekends. Call Scott (416)283-1843. PICKERING area Tool & Die Shop requires Day shift WIRE EDM Operator. Min. experience required.Fax resume to 905-427- 8010 TRUCK or TRAILER Mechanic needed for Pickering area. Me- chanic's license not essential. Dayshift, good wages & benefits. Call Bryce 905-728-2346 or 416- 936-6712 WELL-ESTABLISHED Oshawa based company requires an ex- perienced 2nd through 4th year Machinist/ Tool and Die appren- tice to run wire EDM and waterjet machines as well as manual machining. E-mail resumes to: antechwire@bellnet.ca EXPERIENCED SECRETARY/ RECEPTIONIST For real estate office Part -time for evening and weekends. Real estate experience an asset Fax resume to: 905-428-7680 MODERN FOUR-LAWYER firm in Ajax seeks a legal assistant with 3 to 5 years'experience. Must have current knowledge of family law and civil litigation pro- cedures. Candidates must have strong organizational and ad- ministrative skills as well as knowledge of Wordperfect and/or Word, Divorcemate and PC Law. Please fax resumes to 905- 427-4042 or email to sgeorge@reillylegal.com PART-TIME ACCOUNTING CLERK required with Excel and Simply Accounting experience and Bank Rec.Flexible 3 days/week.Fax resume to:905- 427-9697. PICKERING - PART TIME LE- GAL ASSISTANT, experience re- quired, preferably in criminal law, duties include typing letters, mo- tions, transcripting tapes, salary negotiable. Must be independent, initial training provided.Flexible hours. Please fax resumes to (905)839-1276 or email: davoudi@rogers.com or contact, (416)937-8264. WHITBY REAL ESTATE Lawyer requires full-time experienced real estate secretary with a mini- mum 5 years experience. Experi- ence in PCLaw, Teraview and Conveyancer required. Reply, with resume, in confidence to:PO Box 80001, 3100 Garden St. Whitby, Ont. L1R 0H1 sales help & agents INSIDE SALES PERSON need- ed, work from home scheduling appointments "B2B", very flexible hours. Good potential income. Prefer someone with excellent English speaking skills and own a computer. Please apply by email to:reards@rogers.com StonCor Group,a Fortune 500 Company, has a new, immediate opening for an energetic, hard working marketing professional. MARKETING ASSISTANT •3+years marketing experience working with Sales Professionals •Computer expertise in a MAC environment in- cluding Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Pho- toshop •Creative, charismatic, detail-oriented and the ability to multi-task is a must •Marketing Diploma or related discipline an as- set Attractive Salary, Benefits and Career Growth Opportunity Accelerate your career by sending in a resume today to: 95 Sunray Street, Whitby, ON, L1N 9C9 Email:kwinkelhorst@stoncor.com visit our website at www.stoncor.ca DATA ENTRY position available for busy office in Markham Work well with others, multi tasking organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize daily tasks. Previous experience an asset. Fax resume to: 416-321-0713 or email kbarter@hooperholmes.ca Secretarial Work Real Estate office, afternoon 1-5pm. Office experience required. This is not an entry level position. Must have good computer skills and be familiar with office procedures. Pleasant telephone manner an asset. Please e-mail resume to max@maxvan.ca. Full Time Legal Receptionist/Assistant required for Durham law firm. Personal injury experience an asset but not essential. Car necessary. Submit resume to: durham.lawyer@yahoo.ca R.N.'s & R.P.N.'s P/T FOR ALL SHIFTS for established Nursing Home and who want autonomy, challenge and diversity in their career. Computer skills an asset. Weekends included. Submit resume via: fax: 905-576-4712 or email: info@sunnycrest.ca LINE COOKS & PIZZA MAKERS Full & Partime (Day/Nights) Sassy's Ristorante 3050 Garden St, Whitby 905.666.2539 sales help & agents REAL ESTATE AGENT WANTED Busy real estate Office requires Licensed Realtors No Cold-Calling All appointments and leads supplied Make $100,000+first Y r. Call:1-888-213-0076 Use ID#2095 Free Recorded Message Dan Plowman, Salesperson, (905)668-1800 Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage SALES HELP for Your Good Health, Pickering Town Centre, 30 hours per week. knowledge required, Apply in person. CDA II,part-time position, Tues- days & Thursdays, 9:30am-5:30pm.July & August off. Christmas & March Break off. Please call Mary at (905)434- 1991. DENTAL ASSISTANT required with experience Wed 9-8, Thurs 1-8, two Saturdays and one Sunday a month. Also part-time position open for dental receptionist with experience. Apply in person to Bowmanville Dental or fax resume to 905-697-9711 attention Leanne. EXPERIENCED dental reception- ist/CDA, part time, Whitby. Please email:dwwr@rogers.com DENTAL HYGIENIST wanted for full-time position in established Oshawa office. Experienced pre- ferred. Please fax resume to: 905-436-1350. FULL-TIME DENTAL Reception- ist/PDA required. To start imme- diately.Fax resume to :905-427- 9697. NEW UPSCALE Bowmanville Retirement Home is currently seeking casual RPNs for all shifts. Current CON license in good standing and police check required. Please forward re- sume by email in WORD format or fax to Tamra Allore DOC @ tallore.kams@rogers.com fax 905 697 2918. SUPPLEMENT YOUR INCOME RN'S, RPN'S, PSW's & house cleaning staff needed immediate- ly for the Durham region. Re- liability and dependability at must. Flexible hours, Vehicle an asset. Fax resume to (905)429-2040or email tina@tnehealthpros.com VERY BUSY AJAX pub now hir- ing. Looking for experienced bar and wait staff. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Please apply in-person with re- sume at the Portly Piper Pub, 235 Bayly Street West. SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED/ASSISTANT instruc- tors. Must be Red Cross/Royal life certified. Shifts available, day- time, evenings or weekends. Please call (905)420-4141. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 04, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Looking for work? The Employment Advantage Job search strategies Skills training Resumé writing/interviewing Career direction Self-employment training 1-866-613-WORK (9675) www.theemploymentadvantage.com START HERE! FREE Access to Employment Resources Employment Ontario programs are funded in part by the Government of Canada. 299 Butternut Crt. Pickering - Stunning Rouge Valley West Freehold Townhouse Reduced for quick sale $248 900.00 Fully Bricked 3+1 Bedrooms Open House Every Saturday & Sunday 1-4pm. Homelife RealtyOne 416 922-5533 NO MONEY DOWN!!! Private sale. North-Oshawa, 2-kitchens, granite countertop w/breakfast bar, 3+2 bdrms, 4- baths, pool. Master w/open con- cept on suite, jacuzzi, 2-sided fireplace, skylight. New hard- wood/ceramics. $297,900. No agents. Email photos avail. 905- 242-3624 FOR LEASE,INDUSTRIAL UNITS 3 units. 2600-sq.ft. includ- ing office space), No body shops/mechanical work. Avail. immediately. Oshawa area. Call (905)260- 8721 or (905)723-1123 ext.22, leave message. INDUSTRIAL BAY - Near Oshawa Centre. High roll-up door, heating, air compressor, utilities incl. Parking, auto repair, machining, hobbies and other uses Month-to-month consid- ered. Outside Sea storage con- tainer available. 905-576-2982 or 905-626-6619. COMMERCIAL OFFICE Space for lease. Prime north Oshawa lo- cation. Second floor space. 560 or 630sq.ft. Parking available. Available immediately. Call (905)576-0958 for details. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS or service to over 4 million adults in Ontario. Call today to book your classified word ad in over 100 community newspapers! Regional & Weekly packages avail. (In- cludes online). 416-493-1300 ext 237, 288, 276 advertising@metroland.com 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 !KING/WILSON,OSHAWA Quiet building, near shopping, transpor- tation. Utilities, parking included. available immediately, 2-bed- room apts. Available Jan & Feb 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa. Starting from $450/mo plus heat/hydro. Avail. Jan/Feb. First/last, references. Quebec St. Also 304 Simcoe S., $520/mo. Stephen 905-259-5796, 905-576- 8699. 1 BDRM., $650 all inclusive Wilson/Olive. Available Now Seniors/ODSP welcome. One month free, with year lease. Call toll free 1-800-565-2062 Mon-Fri 9-5 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT - 596 Chaucer Ave., Oshawa. No pets, parking included. $700/mo. all inclusive. First/last. Available Jan 1st. Call Farida daytime 905-576-5513 or eve- ning 905-427-5580. 1 LARGE BEDROOM basement apartment. Oshawa, Masson St. Private Entrance. $750 includes utilities, laundry, 2 parking, cable. Avail Feb 1. Call Lynn (416)937- 1874. 1-BEDROOM APT., Oshawa, ground floor, washer, dryer, utilities, parking included. Newly updated in 2005. Located on Sim- coe St. bus route. $875/month. Call Peggy 905-725-3088 to ar- range viewing. 1-BEDROOM PLUS OFFICE. Complete renovations 2005! Ma- ture Oshawa street. Bright, large windows. Private entrance, park- ing, private backyard, laundry fa- cilities, no pets, adults preferred. $825 inclusive. Dave 905-436- 7524; or Sam 905-571-0554. AJAX, LOVELY 1-BEDROOM le- gal apt.-tons of room. Complete new professional reno., new ap- pliances, shared laundry, no pets/smoking, separate entrance, available immediately. Gordon (416)450-5479. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $875.00 per month plus utilities. Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM at 887 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa. All Hardwood floors, clean, nice, bright. Available immediately. $745/mo. plus hydro, first/last. No pets. (905)668-1946 2-BEDROOM APT.,$875/month, ($210/week). 1-bedroom apt., $775 month ($190/week). Fur- nished bachelor apt., $595/month ($145/week). Parking, applianc- es, utilities included. Available Jan 4th or later, deposit nego- tiable. Call (905)576-6769. 3 BEDROOM TOP floor of triplex. Large kitchen, appliances, laun- dry, parking, available Jan 1st. Cochrane/Hwy. #2, Whitby $860+ utilities. Call 905-925-9110. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX, WESTNEY HEIGHTS. 62 Marshall Cres. 2 bedroom, $645, Laundry, OPEN HOUSE Wed. 7:00-7:30pm, or call for ap- pointment. 416-436-2884, 1-866- 737-5617. AJAX, BY THE LAKE, large spa- cious renovated 1-bedroom plus office. Parking, utilities included. $800/month first/last. Single working non-smoker preferred. Available now. (905)428-6732. AJAX,Immaculate & bright, newer 1 bedroom apts, avail. Feb/March. $800/mo+. No smok- ing/pets. Call (416)948-0533. AJAX, Rossland & Harwood, 1- bdrm, bright basement apart- ment. Sliding door walk-out, 2 years new. Avail. immediately. $750/mo inclusive. No pets/smok- ing. First/last. 905-619-1232 or e-mail: nevver@rogers.com BOWMANVILLE beautiful area. Furnishings available. One-bed- room basement apt, all inclusive, suitable for single professional, sep entrance, parking, no smok- ing/pets. Rent negotiable. Avail anytime. (905)623-9557 BRAND NEW 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. Appliances, laundry, cable included. A/C, hardwood floors. 2kms to college. No smoking/pets, female pre- ferred. $750/month. 289-240- 4242 leave message. BROOKLIN - extra large 1-bed- room apt., Second floor. Feb 1st. No dogs. 4 appliances, parking, close to downtown. $865/month inclusive. First/last. Call 905-424- 9743. COURTICE,Broadlands Cres., 2-bedroom apt in lower level of raised bungalow, washer/dryer included. $800/inclusive, first/last, references. No pets/smoking. Available now (905)914-6578. COZY UP WITH A NEW APT. 1, 2 & 3 bdrm from $850 on Park St., includes hot water, some suite w/balconies, minutes from Oshawa Centre, Community Cen- tre, directly on bus route, 1-888- 310-7000 GOtransglobe.com IMMACULATE LARGE 1-BED- ROOM apt., Garden/Dundas area. Separate entrance, self- contained, fridge/stove, utilities included. $700/month. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. (905)995-4353 or 647-207-2052 KING ST. E. BOWMANVILLE above store, newly renovated 1-bedroom $600. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914- 1449. KING/RITSON bright 1-arge bed- room apt on main level. Hard- wood flooring, ornamental fire- place, lots of windows eat-in kitchen, parking, bus at door $750-incl. 905-426-5844. LARGE CLEAN 1-bdrm,newer Whitby bldg. Second floor. Fire- place, fridge/stove, storage, 2-parking, laundry, $785/mo+. First/last. No dogs. 319 Kent Street. 905-666-3295 Email: sue@durham.net NEW ONE BEDROOM base- ment, non smoking, no pets, available immediately. Alton- na/Finch. 905-509-0566. NORTH Oshawa 1 bedrooms, Feb 1st, 3-bedroom Feb 1st. Clean, family building. Heat, hy- dro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH WEST OSHAWA,2-bed- room apt. in semi-raised bunga- low, $875 includes utilities, first/last. No pets/smoking. Avail. anytime. (905)576-1710. OSHAWA, RITSON/KING,2- bdrm newly renovated, second floor of quiet house. 4pc bath, coin laundry, gas/heat incl. $750/mo + hydro. Avail. immedi- ately. 905-426-5844. 2 & 3 BEDROOMS FROM $890 Move in NOW! Ask us about AIR MILES Æ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Located near shopping, GO & 401 ● Transit at your door. ● Attractive & spacious 2 & 3 Bedroom suites from $890 **Holiday Special** ● Utilities included ● Seniors' Discounts Available ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 3 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENT RENTALS! Ask us about AIR MILES® REWARD MILES! Hwy. 401 & Liverpool 1865 Glenanna Rd. 905-231-2145 www.caprent.com • Condo-quality suites with individual controlled A/C & heating, carpeting, washer & dryer and 2 bathrooms • Starting from $1,120/month • Across from Pickering Town Centre and close to GO Station, Hwy. 401, full service rec centre and library. 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 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 central oaction, 2 bed- room appliances included, non smoking, no pets, $950 monthly. avail. Feb. 1, 905 723-3224 905- 728-1917 nights. OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 1-bedroom $685+ hydro. First/last required. Please contact Bill (905)404-9602. OSHAWA,North Simcoe, Rus- sett, Ave. Clean family 2 bdrm. apt., well maintained quiet 12-plex, small building. Close to bus/shopping. Laundry, cable, heat, water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576-2982. OSHAWA, 1-BDRM $750/mo avail. Feb. 1st 2 BEDROOM, $900/mo., avail. immediately. Im- maculate, laundry, First/last, no dogs. See pictures at www.viewrental.piczo.com Call Al (905)213-0524, (905)213- 0521 OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, private entrance, preferred non-smoking, single fe- male. $800/month, includes, stove, fridge, washer/dryer, AC, cable, parking, utilities. Available Feb. 1st. (905)424-3107. OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1 & 2 bdrm. Senior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. Jan/Feb. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, LOVELY CLEAN main floor, one bedroom, large kitchen, private entrance & deck, self contained. Elgin/Simcoe, $800 inclusive 1st/last. Feb. 1st. (905)903-2928 or (905)922- 0189. OSHAWA,Ritson/Wolfe, 2 bed- room, utilities, parking, fridge/stove inclusive. First/last, Available immediatley. Call 647- 404-1786. OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms & bachelor. Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & ap- pliances, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near schools/bus stop and amenities. Available Jan/Feb. 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING, DETACHED bun- galow. Upper 3 bedroom apart- ment. Parking and laundry. $1025+2/3 utilities. Available February 1st. 905-683-5641 or 416-315-9432. OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1 & 2 bdrms, adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. Jan/Feb. Call 905-723-1009 or 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING ALTONA/FINCH 1 bedroom basement, semi-fur- nished in townhouse. Share laun- dry. Parking, cable, phone, inter- net included. Single working per- son preferred. No pets/smoking, $650/inclusive. lst month only, no lease. Immediate. (905)509- 9607, Cell (416)726-2197. PICKERING, FINCH/BROCK Rd. legal 2-bedroom basement. Clean, bright, spacious, separ- ate w/o entrance, A/C, sep. laun- dry, cable, $900+utilities. Im- mediately/February 1st. First/last/references. No pets/smoking. (416)727-1084 REGENCY PLACE Apartments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & ad- ditional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430- 7397 www.realstar.ca RITSON / OLIVE - 2 bedroom, fresh paint and carpet, parking, porch, yard, $849 inclusive. Feb 1st. Dan (416)657-2117. SIMCOE/ADELAIDE - Second floor, 1-bedroom apt in quiet and clean triplex. Coin laundry. No smoking/pets. $700/month includes parking, water/heat. Available immediately. Call 416-738-7079. SIMCOE/TAUNTON, 2-bdrm legal basement apt. Quiet cres., close to college, separate entrance, 2-parking, $750/mo. inclusive. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. Call 905-985- 8073. START NEW YEAR IN A New Suite! 1 & 2 bdrm from $825 on Marland Ave, w/balcony, near Oshawa Centre, HWY 401, parks, in a quiet area, onsite laundry, Includes: heat, hot water, hydro 1-888-310-7000 GOtransglobe.com TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, private patios & bal- conies. 2 Testa Rd. (Reach St. & Testa Rd) 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WHITBY 1-BEDROOM, on Go bus, laundry, parking included, private entrance, available imme- diately. $725/month, all inclusive. (905)655-7277 WHITBY Mary St. East immacu- late 2-bedroom apt, top floor of six-plex, Avail. immediately. $910/month includes appliances, heat, laundry facilities and park- ing. (905)666-1074, 905-556- 0455. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM main floor units available in triplex, parking, laundry, walk to Go. Yard. No pets/smoking. $900 plus utilities. Avail. Feb 1. (416)574-2621. BRAND NEW CONDO,Port of Newcastle for rent. 2-bdrms, ce- ramic floors, 6-appliances, c/a, boat slip and 1 extra parking available. Picturesque view and close to waterfront, bike trails & marina. (905)983-6215 CONDO, BOWMANVILLE.2- bedroom, 1-bath, 3rd floor (top walk-up) Corner suite, no neigh- bours, balcony, 5-appliances, c/air, near 401/shopping, parking, Available immediately. $975+utilities. Kelly (705)927- 8452 WHITBY - BROCK/DRYDEN 2-bdrm condo, minutes to 401/GO, shopping/rec centre. Ensuite laundry, underground parking, 5-appliances. $1200+ utilities. 1-877-828-3373. $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN - No Rent! $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclusive plus utilities. 3-bedroom central air, private yard, shows beautiful- ly. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576- 5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $1097/MONTH,0 Down gives you ownership, NOT Rent, for this immaculate 3 bedroom home. (OAC) Includes Mortgage, Taxes, Heat, Hydro, Water and 4 appliances. WHY RENT? Require good credit, and family income of $40,000 per year. Call Bill Roka, Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent in Whitby, close to 401/Go. $850 plus utilities. Available immediate- ly. Call (905)665-7952. 3-BEDROOM,newer home, Rit- son/Taunton area. parking, laundry, garage access. Near all amenities. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. 416-562- 2542. AJAX - south 3 bedroom house, new bay window, new roof, fenced yard, big driveway,very bright, near school & amenities. Available February 1st $1400 + First/last, references Please Call 905-706-8171 AJAX, 3 BEDROOM bungalow, Harwood/401. Central air, 5 ap- pliances and detached garage. No smokers/pets. $1000+utilities, first/last and references required. Available March 1st. (905)428- 9098. AJAX, 3 BEDROOM detached bungalow, with finished base- ment, large yard, driveway, clean, quiet street. Whole house, $1100+. Also 3 bedroom town- house, $800+. 905-683-6203. AJAX,Available immediately, Salem/Bayly. Freshly painted, 3-bedroom main floor bungalow. Parking, a/c, fenced yard, near 401. No smoking/pets $1075+ shared utilities. 416-300-2238, 416-319-7235. AJAX-NEWLY painted and new carpet throughout this large 3 bedroom townhome with 3-baths, family room, fireplace, central air. $1395.00 +utilities. 647-271-6660 or 905-239-0367. BEAUTIFUL CENTURY-home on horse farm, huge eat-in kitchen, appliances, dining room, office, 2- bedroom, minutes to Port & Ux- bridge, $1200.+utilities, Available Jan 15th. 905-852-9406. BOWMANVILLE MAIN FLOOR of house, 3 bedrooms, garage, share backyard, close to amenities. $1200+ shared utilities. Avail. immediately. lst/last, references. No pets. (905)786-2570. BRIGHT 1-BEDROOM + den, basement apartment. Parking, laundry, $900/month, + 1/3 utilities. First/last. No smok- ing/pets. Available Jan 15th. Call (416)755-6524. LITTLE BRITAIN AREA.3 bed- room farm house, available im- mediately. $850/mo.+ utilities. Washer/dryer included. No smok- ing/no pets. First/last required. Call after 6 pm. 705-786-2639 NEAR GO STATION Whitby, 3- bedroom bungalow, newly deco- rated, references, no pets. $1450/month plus. (905)668- 6980 or (905)427-6095 OSHAWA 3 bedrooms fridge, stove, $1,395 plus utilities. Available immediately. No pets. No smoking. Call 705-876-0186, 905-259-5119. Join us at UNITY OF DURHAM January 6th, 10:30 amJanuary 6th, 10:30 am forfor White Stone ServiceWhite Stone Service 122 Hunt St., Ajax, ON122 Hunt St., Ajax, ON Come & WorshipCome & Worship To have your church included as part of our regular Friday Come and Worship section call Janice at 905-683-0707 or email jsam@durhamregion.com Pickering Village United Church pvuc@pvuc.ca www.pvuc.ca Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Children/Youth Programs 300 Church St. N., Ajax (905) 683-4721 St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Everyone Welcome 35 CHURCH ST. N., 905-683-7311 www.standrewsajax.ca Sunday Family Worship – 10:30 a.m. Sunday School & Nursery WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) OSHAWA CENTRE area. 3-bed- room semi. Big kitchen, living, dining room, 1-1/2 baths, base- ment, yard, ravine, school. $1200 plus utilities. Feb 1st. 905-725-8609. PICKERING Liverpool/Glenanna Large 3-bedroom house, with loft, full basement, 3-appliances $1500/month, plus utilities, first/last, references. Call (905) 420-1524 PICKERING Hwy 2/Brock 3 bdrm. house, 2-1/2 baths, bright, clean, 5 appliances, a/c. No smoking/pets. $1,450/mo inclu- sive. 905-428-2015. PICKERING south, large 3-level 4-bdrm home, large deck to fenced yard. near schools/GO., laundry, $650 bi-weekly. Available immediately. Call Randy Rodney 905-683-2100 PICKERING sun-filled multi level 2-bdrm home, renovated, w/out to backyard, laundry, huge living- room. $475 bi-weekly. Available immediately. Call Randy Rodney 905-683-2100 PICKERING,Brock/Finch, 3- bdrm upper. Clean, bright, de- tached. Large deck, 1.5 bath, laundry, 4-appliances, a/c, gar- age. No smoking/pets. $1095+ gas+ 2/3 hydro. Feb 1st. 905- 579-7138. PORT PERRY.3 bedroom, 2 bathroom semi. Gas heat, central air. No smoking, no pets. Available immediately. Call 905- 985-3338. PRINCE ALBERT,3 bedroom, 2 storey. Kitchen, living room, din- ing room, 3-pc. bath. Available immediately. First, last, referenc- es. No large pets. 905-985-0281, 416-399-1532. SIMCOE-TAUNTON,3-bdrm, 2-storey home, fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer. Available immediately but flexible. $1400/inclusive w/basic cable. 2-parking, private backyard. No smoking/pets. (905)985-8073 CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca NORTH OSHAWA, BRAND new townhouse (6m.). 3 bedroom. 2 1/2 bathrooms. 5 appliances. Close to all amenities. Walk-out basement. $1300+utilities. Im- mediate possession. 905-683- 9361. SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM town- house condo, finished walkout basement, single car garage, lo- cated in desirable north Oshawa. close to all amenities,. $975 per mo. plus utilities. (905)725-9991. TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca WHITBY 3 bedroom townhome available immediately. $1015. + utilities. Rent includes appl. and parking. Call 905-666-1074 or 905-556-0455. WHITBY, BLUEGRASS Village Complex, HWY #2/Thickson, 3- bedroom condo townhome. 2-car garage, finished walkout base- ment, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, 5-appliances, pool. Close to all amenities. $1500/month+utilities. Avail. im- mediately. 905-442-8432 WHITBY, Taunton/Brock (Wil- liamsburg). 3-bdrm townhouse, 1-1/2 baths, a/c, c-vac, 5-appli- ances, fenced backyard, close to many schools, no pets/smoking. $1800/mo inclusive. Avail. imme- diate. (905)430-1893, (905)442- 1550 LARGE CLEAN, FURNISHED room, close to OC. No pets. Share kitchen & bath, ideal for working person. First/last. Phone 905-436-1420. LIVERPOOL/FINCH,1 or 2 rooms, $350/$450, shared bath and kitchen. Available Feb 1st. (905)420-8098, leave message. OSHAWA, SHARED kitchen, bathroom, living-room, in quiet area. $425/month, all inclusive, plus cable, and laundry. Prefer working female. Available Feb/Mar 1st. Non-smoker. (905)576-8819. SOUTH PICKERING,3 bedroom bungalow main floor, laundry a/c 2-car parking, pool, private patio, $1180/mo-inclusive. Avail Feb 1. Days (905)706-6569 or evenings (905)420-8308 AT BLOOR & SIMCOE,Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, bedr/sitting room, cable/internet, parking in- cluded. Available immediately, lst/last, $495/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. LARGE OSHAWA MODERN home. Laundry, satellite, big screen t.v, phone, internet, bbq, 18 x 36 pool, close to amenities, ideal for bachelor. (905)244- 6899. PICKERING: SHARE 3-bedroom townhome with 25yr old female, underground parking, near lake/GO/401, conservation area, waterfront trails. Female pre- ferred. $475+. Jan 1st. (905)839- 6648, (647)273-6942. WORKING PROFESSIONAL seeks same or Student to share house, centrally located in Oshawa, close to all amenities, bus. $425/month. (905)999-0526 2001 YAMAHA 700 SRX studded, fast, good on gas and oil, never raced, 6100 kms, canvas cover, excellent running condition, $3900. Call Len 905-404-2861, 905-432-0508. WANTED 2003-2005 SKI DOO TUNDRA. Please call 905-728- 9815 leave name and number. FOUND, LADIES bracelet with engravings. Oshawa Centre (Smart Set). Call (905)571-1736 LOST Black & White Cat, Westney/Hwy 2. If you see Marilyn Call 905-427-8047 ATTRACTIVE SLIM THAI LADY, 24years. Speaks/writes English. Never married. Caring, Seeks nice, honest, loving, reliable man for long-term relationship. Age not most important. Letters an- swered with photo. Preeya Yolai, PO Box 21, Nonthaburi Post Of- fice, Bangkok, 11000, Thailand. www.sinceresingles.ca profes- sional matchmaker since 1992. Looking for a sincere long-term relationship? Call 1-866-719- 9116 unlimited membership. CINDY'S DAYCARE, Maple Ridge area, loving mother of two, 17 years experience will care for your child. First aid and CPR. Call (905) 837-2042. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, 3 rooms, Berber caret installed, $389 (30 Yds.), 12.3 mm laminate from $1.49, hardwood flooring, 3 colours from $5.39 sq. ft. installed. Free in- home quotes. Saillian Carpets. 1-800-578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905-373-2260. 24" STOVE,fridge, love seat, lamps, Scandinavian table+4 chairs, bathroom vanity, kitchen- stools &mirrors. REASONABLE- PRICES. (905)683-4335. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call 416-524-2018. A KING OR QUEEN.Orthopedic mattress set. New in plastic. Warranty. cost $1600. Sacrifice King $550. Queen $295. 647- 271-5483 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 AIR FLOW SALTER, 2-yard ca- pacity, custom made heavy duty grate, 10.5 hp motor. 3 years new. Asking $2995.00, O.B.O. (905)263-2687 or (905)260-0396. BEDROOM CHERRYWOOD. Bed, dresser, mirror, chest, night- stand. New in Boxes. Dovetail construction. Cost $7000, Sell $1500. Diningroom 11 piece Cherry. New. cost $8000, Sell $1900. 647-271-5483 BIRD CAGE (large) with stand and accessories. Ideal for cocka- tiels. Asking $65. 905-434-5264 CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for less. Including premier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. 12.mm Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfac- tion guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTER LAPTOP DEL,P4 1.8, 40G-HD, 14" screen. A1 con- dition. Windows-XP Professional. Laptop, Toshiba, P4. Other refur- bished computers available. Re- pairs at reasonable rates. MDM (416)319-8861 Pickering. DANBY APT SIZED freezers $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 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 04, 2008, PAGE 17 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Come in from the cold and warm up to these beautiful area homes, open for your viewing this weekend. VIEW ON-LINE AT....VIEW ON-LINE AT.... 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SURINDER JUNEJA Sales Representative Office:905-831-3300 Cell:905-447-7653 Toll Free: 1-866-539-3300 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 4, 2008 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com PICKERING — The experience of hunger and need is not something that disappears after the holiday season, says the owner and director of a local yoga studio. That’s part of the reason why Nicki Irwin of Satya Yoga Shala is holding a charity open house, offering 30-minute mini-classes throughout the afternoon on Sunday, Jan. 6. She encourages residents to stop by and try out a class, or even to simply observe. She’s asking participants to bring one non-perishable food item for each mini- class they plan to attend, which will be donated to local community food banks. “As we move into the new year, it is im- portant that we don’t lose sight of those in need within our community, and remem- ber to support those less fortunate even after the gift-giving season has passed,” she wrote in a letter to the News Adver- tiser. The open house will run from noon to 4 p.m. at Satya Yoga Shala, located at 713 Krosno Blvd. (right off of Liverpool Rd.) in Pickering. For more information call Ms. Irwin at 416-418-7436 or visit the website’s stu- dio news page for a schedule at www. yogashape4life.com. DURHAM — Women may have more willpower, but the sexes are equal when it comes to actually achieving their New Year’s resolutions. While almost all Canadians make New Year’s resolutions (96 per cent), how many actually go through with them all year? According to a BMO Financial Group study conducted by Angus Reid Strategies, only 19 per cent of either sex generally achieve their resolutions. Even though 71 per cent of Canadians believe that women are stronger than men when it comes to willpower and determina- tion, the study found that both sexes have equally low success rates. A chance for good karma Keeping your New Year’s resolutions What is your New Year’s resolution? -- Top New Year’s resolution choice with 31 per cent of Canadians trying to lose weight. -- About 26 per cent of Canadians want to exercise more often. -- Tied at 26 per cent was saving more money this year. -- Only 19 per cent said they follow through with resolutions. -- Just 13 per cent of Canadians do not achieve success. -- An optimistic 53 per cent say they’re sometimes successful. $$$$$ 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. $ $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 $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)893-1594 1-866-256-2883 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. 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(Mr. Burger Plaza)310 Bloor St. W. (Mr. Burger Plaza) Service with a smile! For Great Job Opportunities check out our general employment section WHERE CAN I FIND LOCAL SALES AND SPECIAL OFFERS? All used vehicles are bi-weekly payments plus taxes. **2003 are fi nanced over 60 months. 2004-2005 are fi nanced over 72 months. 2006-2007 are fi nanced over 84 months. 2008 are fi nanced over 96 months. Terms are 60-72-84-96. Example: $20,000 fi nanced over 84 months equals to 182 bi-weekly payments of $146.11, tax incl., fi nance rate of 8.39 cost of borrowing $6455.50. OAC. All fi nanced vehicles are $0 cash down. All new vehicles are plus air, freight and gas tax. Stock # P9292, V9324, V9360, V9265, V9241, V9338, V9317 are former daily rental buybacks. †Interest rate may vary with credit severity. Purchase prices are plus licence, GST, PST, admin., etch-guard, PDE. Some vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Sale prices valid on date of publication only. NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST.(AT MONARCH AVE.)905-683-5358 << SALES HOTLINE www.villagechrysler.ca "!9,9 7% 3 4 . % 9 VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “Thinking like a customer” SALES HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 9-9 Fri.& Sat. 9-6 SERVICE OPEN ‘TIL MIDNIGHT Chrysler Employees & Affi liated Employees & Suppliers discounts. BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? CALL MIKE / ASHLEY 1-888-565-0555 Need Credit? No Credit? Call Harry 1-800-980-1237 EMPLOYEE PRICING ON ALL REMAINING 2007’S!EMPLOYEE PRICING ON ALL REMAINING 2007’S! • PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC. BACKED WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • QUALITY RECONDITIONING • NATIONWIDE SERVICE WE MOVED! OVER 150 USED CARS HERE! 5% GST! 2007 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 $24,985 $124 bi-wk/84 Stk#V9501 20” WHEELS, LOADED 905-683-5358 $171 bi-wk/72 $19,985 2005 CHRYSLER 300 C Stk#V9326 HEMI, SUNROOF, 18” CHROME ONLYONLY 64,000 KMS.64,000 KMS. 905-683-5358 $146 bi-wk/84 $18,865 LEATHER, LOADED, LUXURY 2007 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING Stk#V9360 WE MOVED! $118 bi-wk/84 $14,985 2007 DODGE CALIBER SXT AUTO, PWR GRP, VERY LOW KMS Stk#V9422 WE MOVED! $21,985 2007 DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB LOADED, LOW KMS. Stk#V9324 $169 bi-wk/84905-683-5358 $176 bi-wk/84 $22,985 2007 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4X4 Stk#V9317 VERY LOW KMS., LOADED 905-683-5358 $171 bi-wk/72 $19,765 2005 DODGE MAGNUM R/T Stk#P9554 HEMI, NAVIGATION, SUNROOF, 345 HP ONLYONLY 26,000 KMS.!26,000 KMS.! 905-683-5358 $99 bi-wk/84 $12,765 2007 PT CRUISER TOURING AUTO, PWR GROUP, VERY LOW KMS. Stk#V9265 905-683-5358 $181 bi-wk/96 $25,985 2008 DODGE AVENGER SXT Stk#P9435 LEATHER, SUN- ROOF, NAVIGATION ONLYONLY 1,000 KMS.!1,000 KMS.! WE MOVED! $107 bi-wk/84 $13,777 2007 DODGE CARAVAN Stk#P9934 ONLY 18,000 KMS 905-683-5358 $15,985 2007 JEEP COMPASS $124 bi-wk/84 AUTO, AIR, PWR GRP. Stk#P9436 NORTHNORTH PACKAGEPACKAGE WE MOVED! $99 bi-wk/84 $12,635 2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING AUTO, RIMS, 200 HP, ABS Stk#V9241 905-683-5358 HWY 4 0 1 HWY 401 BAYLY S T BAYLY ST HARWOOD AVEHARWOOD AVEWESTNEY RDWESTNEY RDMONARCH AVEMONARCH AVE WE ARE NOT HERE WE ARE HERE SS OLDOLD LOCATIONLOCATION NONO FRILLSFRILLS NEWNEW LOCATIONLOCATION $158 bi-wk/84 $20,645 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING LEATHER, LOADED, LUXURY Stk#V9599 WE MOVED! $13,985 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Stk#V9547 LOADED, DVD, STO’N’GO 905-683-5358 $122 bi-wk/72 $103 bi-wk/60 $9,985 2004 DODGE CARAVAN QUADS, DVD Stk#V9604 905-683-5358 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GTP Stk#9571A FULLY LOADED, SUN- ROOF, EVERYTHING! $132 bi-wk/60 $12,985 WE MOVED! $102 bi-wk/72 $11,545 2005 DODGE CARAVAN DVD, QUADS Stk#P9904 WE MOVED! WE HAVE MOVED TO 201 BAYLY! $124 bi-wk/84 $15,985 2006 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4X4 AUTO, PWR GRP, FACTORY WARRANTY Stk#V9357 WE MOVED! TOO LOW TO MISS CALL 2007 DODGE MAGNUM SXT 3.5L, ESP, RIMS Stk#P9292 ONLYONLY 20,000 KMS.!20,000 KMS.! WE MOVED! $133 bi-wk/48 $10,765 2003 HONDA CIVIC Stk#T8866A AUTO, AIR, SNOWTIRES! WE MOVED! $147 bi-wk/96 $20,985 2008 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX Stk#9510 LEATHER, LOADED, 19,000 KMS. 905-683-5358 $123 bi-wk/84 $15,985 2007 DODGE CHARGER Stk#V9338 LOADED, ESP, KEYLESS 905-683-5358 VILLAGE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEPVILLAGE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP 2007 DODGE DURANGO SLT 4X4 $26,985 $207 bi-wk/84 Stk#V9284 20” CHROME, LEATHER, LOADED 905-683-5358 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 4, 2008