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In 2006, the City and the TWC entered into an agreement where the City gave a one-time yearly contract of $6,500 in exchange for the TWC’s services, and did the same in 2007. Al- though the TWC, made up of 200 volunteers and 20 staff members, requested a $20,000 grant from the City for 2008, staff has recom- mended it continue providing the original amount. In the spring of 2006, Distemper broke out in Pickering, where skunks and raccoons had seizures on lawns, roads, and at schools, and Ms. Karvonen provided a graph showing more than 180 wild animals from Pickering were admitted to TWC as a result in 2006, and another 160 in 2007. She made a presentation to the executive committee Monday night. “I don’t see how we’re going to handle this in ‘08 (without increased funding),” she said. Ms. Karvonen explained cases are dealt with by phone or local animal services in other municipalities, but in Pickering and Richmond Hill, where they have agreements, TWC collects the animal and medical staff provide humane euthanasia. Mayor Dave Ryan asked if the City of To- ronto cuts animal services, possibly putting a demand on the three field staff tending to Distemper, would Pickering be left behind. “We always prioritize Pickering and Rich- mond Hill because we have agreements with them,” Ms. Karvonen said. She said she was concerned with the Pickering staff report, saying some of it was simply untrue, and was under the impression that it would be pulled. The report states the City has established a partnership with AAA Wildlife Control for emergency situations since staff are hesitant to contact the TWC for fear of roadblocks and poor attitudes, also claiming poor customer service. “We were very upset about that because we really pride ourselves on doing a good job for the residents in Pickering,” Ms. Kar- vonen said in an interview. She added the TWC asked for details about those cases to get some understanding into the matter but didn’t receive any. City clerk Debi Wilcox in an interview said the report was based on fact. She agreed that residents have made no complaints to the City, but says the reports on staff difficulty with the TWC are true. As for Ms. Karvonen’s request for information on data over staff complaints, Ms. Wilcox said that information was provided to her when they met last week, and she was also told the report would go ahead as it was part of the executive committee agenda. “Our concerns are strictly staff concerns,” said Ms. Wilcox. “We certainly agreed with that. I’m not aware of any complaints we’ve received.” Chief Administrative Officer Tom Quinn said he’d like to tour the TWC facility and revisit the subject with staff. He’d then like it to come back to Council on March 25. The executive committee agreed to refer the issue to that date. A GUESSING GAME IN PICKERING AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority presented the Paw Prints event at the Frenchmans Bay Yacht Club recently. First Pickering Cubs leader Paul Blouin has some of his pack guess which animal made the prints illustrated on the flash cards. The cubs are Quinn Martin, Nicholas Debets and Birhanu Ashagarie. Higher cost to tame Pickering’s wild Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 52 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 51,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2008 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 When Durham Region athletes compete for gold at the Olympic Games in Beijing, China, we’ll be there. Sports editor Brad Kelly and photographer Ron Pietroniro will be along for every step, jump and throw, bringing Metroland readers all of the stories and pictures from the largest sports spectacle in the world. From Aug. 8-24, we will be the number one source to track the progress and success of local athletes, both through our print publications and online. Join us as we bring the magic of the Olympic Games to you. Brad Kelly Ron Pietroniro Beijing2008 More changes coming in March By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — South Ajax residents Jane Brooke and Anita Huizinga say a transit route was a big selling point for moving to the area. Both live along the M26 Duffins route and both are upset about the recent loss of mid- day service in their neighbourhood. “I was quite stunned because I could see without a car, it certainly restricts my activ- ity,” Ms. Brooke said. The cut was part of a reductions package aimed at eliminating Durham Region Tran- sit’s (DRT) $2.3-million deficit. Altogether, 10 routes were affected in January and an- other 11 will be affected starting in March. For Ms. Brooke, that means the bus stop that was located across the street from her condominium complex on Lake Driveway is now three-quarters of a mile away during the day. She said that’s too far for the se- niors in her building, especially during poor weather conditions. “It’s more than an inconvenience, it’s iso- lation for a number of people and it’s also financial hardship for people who can’t af- ford cabs,” Ms. Brooke said, adding the route change means it now takes her an hour and a half to get to north Ajax during the day if she has to babysit her grandchildren. Though Ms. Huizinga takes the bus to work, she was more worried about her 80- year-old mother, who relies on the route to get to medical appointments and to do her shopping. She later found out her mother qualified for specialized services from DRT, which is aimed at helping people with dis- abilities, including people who cannot walk 175 meters. But, she worries that others in her neigh- bourhood had no similar options. “A student working a part-time job, they’re not going to be eligible for it,” Ms. Huizinga said. With the extra lengthy route, it would be that much harder for students to get to their jobs after school, she said. As of Feb. 6, DRT has received complaints from 87 people about the route changes. Twenty-four of the complaints were about the M26 Duffins, 22 about the 5 Central Park in Oshawa, 12 about the R10 Ajax and nine about the M3 Amberlea Route in Pickering. And, there’s another round of service re- ductions coming in March. Sympathetic to people like Ms. Huizinga and Ms. Brooke, Ajax passed a resolution asking for the re- turn of the midday Duffins route. “The goal of Durham Region Transit is increasing ridership and cutting service isn’t going to do that,” said Coun. Joanne Dies, who proposed the resolution. But transit is a regional issue and so far the route changes have stuck. During regional budget deliberations, Pickering Councillor Bill McLean suggested restoring midday service along the Amber- lea route. He said he’s had complaints from 18 people since the cuts. “A lot of the complaints I got were from the high school students who go to Pickering High School.” His motion was defeated. “If you want to put non-performing routes back into the budget, you better go back to all of the municipalities and tell them,” Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said. “I know Oshawa will be back at the table.” Like his counterparts in Ajax and Pickering, Oshawa Mayor John Gray said he’d like to see the routes return, especially the Central route, but he realizes the finan- cial constraints the system faces. “If it was an ideal world, we could have a perfect transit system, but we have to live within our means,” he said. Phil Meagher, DRT’s deputy general man- ager, said this is the first time DRT has had to make service adjustments since the different systems amalgamated two years ago. Mr. Meagher acknowledges DRT staff members are still learning in some ways. Though there were newspaper ads, radio ads and some signs on buses, he said some residents still didn’t get the message about the changes before they were implemented. DRT could have gotten the message out by doing things like putting up more signs at GO stations in advance. “We have to be more effective in our com- munication plan with our customers,” Mr. Meagher said. Transit cuts a tough adjustment Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Jane Brooke is pictured in front of a bus stop that she used before route reductions. In her case it means at midday she has to walk a distance to get to a bus stop. March transit changes 501 Liberty and 502 Aspen (Courtice) - Both terminate after 7:45 p.m. 916 Rossland (Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa) - Weekday off-peak every 30 minutes in- stead of 20 minutes - After 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays goes hourly instead of every 30 minutes - Terminates at 10 p.m. 915 Rossland (Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa) - Weekday peak hours every 15 minutes instead of 20 - Off-peak every 30 minutes instead of 20 - After 7:30 p.m. service hourly instead of every 30 minutes - Terminates at 10 p.m. 8 Stevenson, 11 Grandview, 12 Adelaide (Oshawa) - Terminate weeknight and Saturday and Sunday after 10 p.m. 4 College Hill (Oshawa) - Eliminate Sunday service 25 North Audley and 35 Puckrin (Ajax) - Combine peak service routes Twenty two across Ontario facing charges By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Two Dur- ham residents -- including a 28-year-old Whitby woman -- have been caught up in a province-wide sweep that illustrates the proliferation of child pornography on the Internet. Harry James Aseltine, 57, of Oshawa, is charged with possession of child pornog- raphy, making available child porn and one count of drug possession. Wendy Allison Potter, 28, of Whitby, faces charges of possession and making available child porn. Both appeared in court Tuesday. The busts, announced Tuesday by OPP Commis- sioner Julian Fantino on the internationally-recognized Safer Internet Day, saw 22 people across the province charged primarily with of- fences such as possession of child pornography and making available child porn. The project was undertaken by a provincial Internet safety initiative, which Dur- ham police are part of. The number of arrests did not come as a shock to Detective Andy Bussan- ich, who with Det. Randy Norton represents Durham on the provincial anti-porn strategy and conducted the investigations that led to charges against the two Durham residents Monday. “This doesn’t surprise me,” he said. “With the ad- vent of the Internet (porn) is very easy to get to. “It’s more accessible.” The Durham detectives conducted online surveil- lance for about two months, tracking the movements and transactions of visitors to Internet sites where users view and trade images and movie clips depicting child porn. Although the 20-plus arrests were announced simultaneously, there is no evidence the accused people had any association with one another, Det. Bus- sanich said. “It’s not a ring,” he said. “This was a co-ordinated effort among the (provin- cial) strategy partners to go after people distributing child pornography on the Internet.” In Durham, police executed search warrants Monday morning, seizing computer equipment. A full itemization of the contents of the equipment has not yet been completed. “We know there are child pornography images and movies on the hard drives,” Det. Bussanich said. There’s no evidence the people charged in Durham frequented chat rooms for children or approached young persons online, Det. Bussanich said. The arrests were an- nounced at a news confer- ence in Toronto attended by representatives of the 14 police services that took part in the sweep. “Today is a great day for children and communities right across the province,” Commissioner Fantino said. “The exploitation of chil- dren, by whatever means, is appalling and unconscio- nable.” Det. Bussanich said it’s important to remember that child porn is a real- life depiction of the sexual abuse of children, not a vic- timless crime simply involv- ing pornographic pictures. “A child is being abused -- it’s a crime scene photo,” he said of the material dis- tributed and traded online. “The crime is being cap- tured in progress.” Police said the investiga- tion continues and more charges are possible. pickeringtowncentre.com FIND YOUR SWEET TREAT FREE Chocolate Heart Box * when you spend $40 or more (same day sales, before taxes) at any one of Pickering Town Centre stores, restaurants or services. One per customer, per visit. While quantities last. *Receipts must be dated after February 8th, 2008. Offer expires on Thursday, February 14th at 9pm. See Guest Services for full details. Retail value $6.95 Upper level near Ben Moss Jewellers PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING Leather, Upper, Beautiful Style IT’S SALE TIME! 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Durham police said the 74-year-old woman was crossing Harwood Avenue at Rossland Road around 1:30 p.m. when she was struck by an eastbound Chrysler Pacifica making a right turn. The pedestrian was rushed to hospital with serious head injuries and as of Tuesday was in intensive care in Toronto. The driver of the car, a 52-year-old Ajax woman, was not hurt. Po- lice continue to investigate; witnesses are asked to call 905-579-1520, ext. 5231 Senior critical after being hit at crosswalk ‘Toughest y ear since I’ve been here’ By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Although the local United Way didn’t reach it’s goal, “we did raise $1,732,000 for the community,” says execu- tive director Edna Klazek. The 2007 fundraising goal was $1.9 million and it’s the second consecu- tive campaign the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Ux- bridge set that goal and the second time it fell short. Ms. Klazek says the 58 programs offered by 29 agencies that are funded won’t be affected because of the shortfall. “We don’t budget to the goal. “We do commitments to agencies and it was pretty close to what we got,” Ms. Klazek states. “Even what we’re giving them isn’t enough. “Funding for social ser- vices isn’t a priority in the province.” It was the “toughest year since I’ve been here, in the nine years I’ve been here,” in terms of fundraising, she notes. People are feeling the “economic pinch,” she adds, noting some compa- nies didn’t even run pro- grams because they were in the midst of layoffs. Other companies had fewer employees than in the past. As well, contributions by individuals were also down. “It wasn’t as much as usual,” Ms. Klazek states. “It was a goal set based on a couple of things that might happen, but didn’t,” she adds. Ms. Klazek praised cam- paign co-chairmen Jim Witty and Doug McKay. “Jim and Doug put to- gether an excellent team and they really worked hard,” Ms. Klazek says, adding they provided “leads to people we’ve never had before.” “Although we didn’t hit our goal, we did raise $1,732,000 for the commu- nity. It’s a solid achieve- ment for our campaign volunteers,” she says. “We’re already planning for next year.” As for the fundraising campaign later this year, “we have a very solid pros- pect” to serve as chair- man. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising fl yers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. Wednesday February 13, 2008 Carrier of The Week Ajax and Pickering Locations Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Jack Today’s carrier of the week is Jack. Jack enjoys skate boarding & guitar. 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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. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 United Way misses target, but agencies not affected Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Doug McKay, the co-chairman of the Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge 2007 United Way campaign, announces the grand total raised at a gala event at Deer Creek. The campaign raised $1.7 million. Furnace repairmen work overtime to handle heating break-downs By Kim Downey kdowney@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Dead car batteries and broken-down furnaces were two symptoms of the cold weather headache that have descended on the region this week. “I would say the number of calls we got today is close to triple the number we would usually get on a day like today,” Robin Hockney, dispatcher for Jim’s Towing in Os- hawa, said Monday. Most calls Monday were a re- quest for a boost for dead batteries, she said, while the weekend calls were for a mix of battery boosts and tows to service stations for vehicles damaged in collisions. Furnace repair companies were also busier than usual fixing over- worked furnaces that broke down, said Ron Potter of Laird and Son Heating and Air Conditioning, a company that services homes across the GTA. “It’s normally a quiet time of year but between yes- terday (Sunday) and noon today, calls have increased about four or five times,” Mr. Potter said, adding they have extra service staff cover- ing the calls. Durham Region also prepared for an increase in demand for emer- gency shelter for homeless people, but it turns out the local shelters didn’t see any deluge in people needing a warm place to stay, said Mary Menzies, acting director of housing services for the Region. The cold caused some schools to keep students inside for part or all of Monday’s recess and lunch hours. School principals are able to make the call on whether students will go outside, keeping in mind that skin begins to freeze at -25 C with the wind chill. It will freeze in minutes at -35 C with the wind chill. Frostbite becomes a risk at -25 C wind chill. “We have a number of guidelines to determine whether children will go outside,” said Mark Joel, an operations superinten- dent with Durham District School Board. “Each school is different, depending on how open the school is, whether there are covered areas, how the wind is blowing, how well the kids are dressed.” NO DIPLOMA? NO PROBLEM! 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa COMPLETE YOUR GRADE 12 OR BE READY FOR A NEW JOB IN JUST 7 WEEKS CLASSES BEGIN FRIDAY FEBRUARY 29 REGISTER N O W ! ADULT DAY SCHOOL You’re c l o s e r t h a n y o u t h i n k ! You’re closer than you think! 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Conservative Liberal NDP Green None of the above Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com Federal election likely soon W ith the federal government and the combined opposition at what appears to be a stalemate, it would seem the time is right for an elec- tion. We’ll soon find out if we’ll be heading to the polls within the next week. After a two-year minority government term in which he has largely been able to get his way on most legislation, Prime Min- ister Stephen Harper might just be ready to go to the people. It would make sense, given the lifespan of most minority governments falls within the 18-month to two-year span. A federal campaign would allow all five major parties -- four in English Canada -- the opportunity to lay out for the elec- torate their plans for the next four years. And there are certainly more than enough major divisions to allow voters a clear choice when it comes time to vote. On Afghanistan, the choice is straightfor- ward: the Conservatives favour a two-year extension of the combat mission as long as NATO assists with troops in Kandahar; the Liberals want to end combat operations in 2009 and have Canada play a supporting role until 2011; the NDP wants an immedi- ate Canadian withdrawal. On the economy, the Conservatives preach prudence and measured tax cuts, opposition parties suggest more govern- ment spending and investment to try to boost flagging manufacturing industries. On the environment, all parties have their own prescriptions for dealing with climate change. In general, the Conserva- tives are taking a measured approach in consulting with all sectors. Opposition par- ties want to push harder to cap greenhouse gas emissions, with the Liberals demand- ing Canada adhere to its Kyoto targets. An election would allow Canadians a chance to measure the four major party leaders and see who they believe in. Prime Minister Harper has been in the job for two years and has had the chance to show Canadians what direction he wants to lead the country in. Opposition Leader Stephane Dion has been in his post for a year and has struggled to make a positive impression. Canadians have had a couple of elections to see what NDP Leader Jack Layton has to offer and he has gained seats over that time. The wild card is Green Party Leader Elizabeth May, who might establish a toehold for the fledgling party. Canadians should be ready for a spring election. It may well be time. We think... e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Adver- tiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions 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 Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales (905) 683-5110 Classifieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 Fax (905) 683-7363 Schools based on race not positive To the editor: Schools for exclusive groups are a bad idea. The biggest mistake we can make at this time is to listen to a few activists that create problems unto themselves. Yes, it takes a village to raise a child, but it also starts at home with the parents. If a parent instills negativity into a child’s head based on the pigmentation of one’s skin, then society as a whole is going to fail, as the voice of authority is destroying the anti-racism message so many of us are trying to enforce. Nowhere have I learned that doing accounting is based on one’s skin colour, but is based on numbers, as reading is based on the alphabet; you don’t have to have a certain skin colour to read. To separate or to create an all-black school or any other type of learning facil- ity that does not include children of all different ethnic backgrounds is a step backwards. I would rather have our children move forward and take down the walls of rac- ism then be separated and build new walls. I hope at the next board meeting on Feb. 19 this becomes a full-fledged dis- cussion and a motion is brought forward to squash this idea in Durham before it starts. Scott Templeton Whitby Agencies don’t care about human costs of evictions To the editor: Re: ‘Another man evicted in Brougham’, Jan. 30 News Advertiser. Cold and callous, accurate descrip- tions for the Greater Toronto Airports Authority and Transport Canada. Evicting a sick man in the dead of winter, a potentially illegal act if done by any other landlord, says it all. These are agencies that do not care about the effects of building an airport on the environment, this last bit of prime agricultural land, community members or anyone opposed to the proposed Pickering airport. The only thing they do care about is the cold hard cash they would earn. When their spokespeople say that there is no connection between these inhu- mane evictions and pushing their con- tentious airport plans ahead don’t buy it! Their policy is to depopulate these lands in the hope that if no one lives there no one will notice that they are marching ahead. The best approach would be not to trust either agency as far as anyone could through a jumbo jet. Bernadette Zubrisky Sierra Club of Canada, Ontario Chapter Jab at Maurice Brenner ‘an insult’ To the editor: I along with more than 100 of my neighbours attended the Jan. 21 Coun- cil meeting to support what our former regional councillor Maurice Brenner does best: standing up and speaking out on behalf of communities who need a strong voice. I, with many of those who attended this meeting, found Councillor Bonnie Littley’s suggestion that Mr. Brenner’s motive was “self-serving” an insult to him and to those of us who freely vol- unteer our time. With all of his past experience as a councillor, why wouldn’t any commu- nity want his help. Our community approached him last June and he agreed to help us, never once asking for anything in return. Councillor Littley, your campaign was about ‘a new perspective you can trust’. Perhaps that trust needs to start with you. Mr. Brenner, while no longer a councillor, worked for more than 21 years to earn and continues to have the trust of the people. Rather than trying to discredit his motives, time would best be spent find- ing ways to work with him/us and help to be part of our traffic-calming solu- tion. Anatole Frank Pickering e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... PAGE 6 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ February 13, 2008P This Week When purchasing a vehicle, what is the No. 1 factor in your choice? Price: 37% Style: 12% Fuel Economy: 35% Brand Loyalty: 17% Votes: 202 More than $1 million in productivity lost Kim Downey kdowney@durhamregion.com DURHAM — As Durham-area workers and employers prepare for the province’s first Fam- ily Day later this month, critics chide the prov- ince for failing to work out the kinks in the statutory holiday. “I think (the Province) was care- less in how they rolled it out,” said Garth Johns, Durham Region’s commissioner of human resources. “Philosophically, I don’t have a problem with the holiday, but they jumped into it before they ironed out all the wrinkles. The cost for us is fairly sig- nificant.” Those who have to work are scrambling to arrange last-minute day care. Then there is the huge cost in lost productiv- ity and fears about business competition. It’s estimated the new Ontario statutory holiday Feb. 18, introduced after the provincial election last fall, will cost Durham Region more than $1 million in lost productivity. One such wrinkle is that employees with the Region’s homes for the aged had already negotiated a designated holi- day on the second Monday in Febru- ary. “Now the gov- ernment desig- nates the third Monday in Feb- ruary as a holiday, so we have reduced staff for two Mon- days in a row,” Mr. Johns said. “If they started the holiday in 2010, that would have given people time to work out the logisti- cal details.” The Region’s collective agreements with staff stipulate employees get 12 paid holidays plus any additional day government declares a hol- iday. Future negotiations could change that so employees don’t get that extra day. Rocky Varcoe, president of the, says although many of the Whitby Chamber of Commerce’s 900 members in the business community are in favour of the concept of the added holiday, they also have major concerns. The City of Toronto, for example, votes next week on whether to designate Toronto a tour- ist area to allow businesses to open legally on the holiday. The fear is that if that happens, other munic- ipalities will follow suit and then local busi- nesses could lose potential business to com- petitors. “The potential problem is that other munic- ipalities may try to circumvent the (holiday),” Mr. Varcoe said. “It angers so many people. “People like us in Durham will be left out in the cold. So we are more con- cerned with having a level playing field.” Mr. Varcoe, owner of Class Act Din- ner Theatre, says his theatre won’t be open on the holiday but his box office will be. Overall, the holiday will cost him about $350 to cover four sala- ried employees plus one lieu day. Dur- ham Regional Labour Coun- cil president Jim Freeman said the labour movement has been asking for years for another statutory holiday, but members are dismayed this one doesn’t seem to apply to everyone. Some union groups’ collective agreements include extra floater days above and beyond the nine standard holidays. If their contracts fail to include the possibility of the govern- ment legislating an additional new statutory holiday, they may not get the day off. Such is the case with General Motors union- ized workers and Toronto Police officers. “I work at GM and we don’t get it,” Mr. Free- man said. “(As per their collective agreements) if there are new holidays we lose a floater day, so it’s a loss for us,” he said. “It will have to be dealt with at the bargaining table.” Their floater day off is normally taken in July, so that will be seen as their “Family Day.” “It’s not much of a Family Day if the husband is out working and the other parent is not,” he said, adding he sees the stat holiday as an elec- tion ploy. “I don’t think they thought this through. It really is not a holiday for everyone.” Indeed, those with children in day-care set- tings who recognize the holiday will lose a day of coverage even though they are paying for it in monthly fees, said Denise Gilbert, executive director of Schoolhouse Playcare Centres. If clients have to work they will have to scramble to pay for babysitting coverage. “In theory it’s a good thing to have another day off,” she said. “Personally, I think it was more of a political agenda item (meant to gar- ner Liberal votes in the last election.)” Others say they see the flaws associated with Family Day, but they recognize the value of the opportunity to recharge their batteries during the winter blahs. “The soft cost of the holiday is the loss in productivity of 700 people,” said Dan Carn- egie, director of human resources services for the City of Oshawa. The City’s daily payroll is $200,000. In addition, there is the cost of $91,000 to pay staff who will be coming in to work at some community centres the City is keeping open that day. But Mr. Carnegie says he looks forward to the day off, as the normal four-month stretch in the winter without a holiday tends to “drag people down.” He recently moved to this area and he looks forward to using the time to investigate out- door family activities, such as skiing. “It breaks up the doldrums of winter,” he said. Joe Mulhall, president of the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers, said his 1,000 members - - many living in Durham -- who do contract construction and overflow maintenance work under various collective agreements will get the day off. They mainly work for Hydro One, OPG and the Bruce Power Plant. Their contracts include a clause that stipu- lated when the federal government brought in Heritage Day in February they would all get the day off. That holiday didn’t materialize, but the employers and unions agreed to substitute it with the provincial holiday. For many of these employees who are forced to move out of town where work is available, it’s a bonus. “It does benefit our members,” Mr. Mulhall said. “Many work away from home Monday to Fri- day and come home on weekends, so to have a long weekend in the winter is something we had hoped for, for a long time. It’s an opportu- nity to spend time with the family when there is that long gap between normal holiday times.” Family Day draws mixed reviews ‘Philosophically, I don’t have a problem with the holiday, but they jumped into it before they ironed out all the wrinkles. The cost for us is fairly significant.’ -- Garth Johns Max Gorobets teaches his son, Holden, to skate at the Legends Centre Family Day Skate in Oshawa. TORONTO — The provincial govern- ment is reminding shoppers and merchants that under the Retail Business Holidays Act (RBHA), Family Day, Feb. 18, is one of nine days per year when most stores in Ontario must be closed. The RBHA allows book or magazine stores under 2,400 square feet with a maximum of three employees, pharmacies under 7,500 square feet, flower shops and gas stations to remain open on holidays. In some municipalities, local bylaws allow other stores to remain open in loca- tions established as tourist areas by specific municipal bylaws. Minimum fines for opening businesses on days when retail operation is prohibited are $500 for the first offence, $2,000 for a second offence and $5,000 for a third or subsequent offence. Retail outlets may be fined up to $50,000 or the total amount of gross sales for the holi- day, whichever is greater. For more information on Family Day and the Employment Standards Act go to www. labour.gov.on.ca/english/news/2008/08- 05b.html. Most stores should be closed on Feb. 18 Things to do Looking for something to do on Feb. 18? Here is what’s happening at area recreation centres. In Ajax: • all administrative offices are closed. • The Ajax Community Centre will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be public skating and swimming times. • A free Family Fun Fitness Circuit is being from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • The McLean Community Centre will be closed. • The public library branches will be closed. Also, as the main branch is closed on Monday, it will also be closed on Sunday, Feb. 17. In Pickering: • Pickering Library: Closed • all administrative offices are closed. • The Pickering Recreation Complex: Open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Lots of things happening at the Rec Complex: • An All Day Family Passport is $5 (parents must be with the children). They can use it activities throughout the day. Separate Fees: • The Rec Room (Toys, games and crafts, six months to six years): 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $2.50 for Recreation Complex mem- bers, $4.50 for non-members • The Tennis pro will also be on hand, and will hold a family tournament. Times and cost details are still to be deter- mined, but those interested are asked to register ahead of time by calling Dave Ochotta at 905-683-6582. In Uxbridge: • Uxpool (1 Parkside Dr.) and the arena (291 Brock St. W.) will be open that day, with the pool being available for public swimming from 1 to 3 p.m. and the arena hosting public skating from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. • The Uxbridge Legion, 109 Franklin St., is hosting a free barbecue from noon to 2 p.m. for the holiday. News and notes from around Durham Region Regional Round-up THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Tenants come out to committee of adjustment meeting to show their disapproval By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Although SR and R Bay Ridges Ltd. recently applied for minor variances to its develop- ment of San Francisco By the Bay, some tenants at Bay Ridges Plaza and the adjacent Square Boy Plaza believe they’re major. At the latest committee of adjustment meeting, SR and R applied for five minor variances that would allow it to construct a tem- porary building adjacent to the Square Boy plaza, which the committee ap- proved unanimously. Ross Pym, principle planner of development review at the City, said in an interview the building is meant for Millennium City Veterinary Hospital (MCVH) “because that’s the only tenant they have left that they have not dealt with in terms of a relo- cation.” Dr. Janet Sawyer, owner of MCVH, said although she’s not pleased with the situa- tion, she’s mostly unhappy with the City since it has allowed the development to proceed despite much op- position. Although the City claims it won’t get involved in a landlord-tenant issue, she said “it’s now clear that the City has gotten in- volved. “They’ve given the green light to enable the landlord to avoid their contractual duties with us for many years to come,” she said. “As a business owner that has only ever served one com- munity – Pickering - this goes far beyond disappoint- ment and frustration.” Neil Carroll, director of planning and development, explained staff look at the application strictly from a land-use planning perspec- tive. “We restrict our review to matters that are set out in the Planning Act,” he said. Dr. Sawyer also ques- tioned the contractual agreement between SR and R and the City that states 1,200 square metres of re- tail space must be main- tained during construction. Mr. Pym explained that was only until demolition began (which it has), and after that, 500 square me- tres must be maintained. The temporary building will only be 200 square metres, but Mr. Pym believes the Square Boy plaza makes up the rest. Developers were unavail- able for comment. Judy Gallagher of IDA Pharmacy, located in the Square Boy Plaza, said at the meeting that she under- stands “minor variances” would have little or no im- pact on the surrounding neighbourhood “and that is not the case in this situa- tion. “I believe that a change in our city bylaws regarding this property deserves the consideration of our elected City councillors,” she said. However, it was never re- ferred to council. Since there will only be just more than one metre between the temporary building and the new struc- ture, she fears noise, mud, trucks, hammering and building debris will inter- fere with the business. She also worries more construc- tion equipment will block signage to the plaza. William Friedman, repre- senting SR & R, indicated at the meeting the building will not affect the existing signage. 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The workshop, hosted by DSA in conjunction with the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association and Go Solar, will give an overview on the basics of solar elec- tricity generation, but will also offer information on the latest technologies. A Veridian representative will be on hand to answer ques- tions on connections and metering, and solar power businesses will exhibit their products and services. Topics include generat- ing clean renewable energy into the home; community- based solar initiatives across Ontario and how communi- ties can get involved; instal- lation and planning; financ- ing, grants, incentives and tax implications; and own- ership structures. The workshop will also provide information on how going solar can offer financial paybacks. DSA chairman Jack Mc- Ginnis said in a news re- lease DSA frequently hears questions regarding solar power and solar generation, and hopes the workshop will offer some answers. It will be held Wednesday, Feb. 20, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Devi Mandir, 2590 Brock Rd. in Pickering. It’s free but space is limited, so RSVP to info@sustain-abil- ity.ca or call 905-427-0061. Going solar in Durham DURHAM — The Dur- ham District School Board has appointed two new superintendents of educa- tion. Doug Crichton, former special education officer for the DDSB, has been appointed superintendent of special education, and Jeannine Joubert, former elementary school princi- pal with the Toronto District School Board, has been ap- pointed superintendent of Oshawa schools. Mr. Crichton has been a vice-principal, a principal, and an administrative offi- cer, and served as chairman of the DDSB accessibility plan steering committee responsible for developing the board’s accessibility plan and handbook. Ms. Joubert, a bilingual educator, was project di- rector for the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO). New superintendents at public board Telephone 905.420.2222 24 Hours Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. DATE MEETING TIME Feb. 13 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Feb. 19 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Feb. 19 Communities Against Violence Everywhere 6:00 pm Feb. 26 Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee 7:00 pm Feb. 27 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm Feb. 28 Library Board 7:00 pm Mar. 3 Planning & Development Committee 7:30 pm Mar. 5 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Mar. 6 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm CITY OF PICKERING HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS CIVIC COMPLEX (CITY HALL) 905.420.2222 February 18 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX & POOL 905.683.6582 February 18 Family Day 6:00 am – 5:00 pm RECREATION COMPLEX ARENA 905.683.6582 February 18 Family Day 10:00 am – 3:30 pm DUNBARTON POOL 905.831.1260 February 18 CLOSED PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE 905.683.8401 February 18 CLOSED PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARIES February 18 CLOSED City of Pickering After Hours/Emergency Line 905.683.7575 Celebrating 25 Years of Family, Fitness & Fun! 1867 Valley Farm Road conveniently located between Brock Rd. and Liverpool Rd. just south of Hwy. #2 Call For Details 905.683.6582 cityofpickering.com/recreation from Pickering Recreation Complex are available in any value, for all ages and leisure interests. 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Lane Swim 6:00 am - 7:30 am, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Public Swim 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm First Aid & CPR Clinic 10:00 am - 12 Noon (parents with children 9 years +) The Rec Room Toys, Games & Crafts (children 6 months to 6 years) Parent & Tot Skate (parents with children 6 years and under) 10:00 am - 11:00 am Parent & Kids Stick & Puck (parents with children 8 years and under) 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Family Skate 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Family Fit Yoga (12 years +) 9:15 am - 10:15 am Family Fit Challenge (8 years +) 10:30 am - 11:30 am Family Fit Yoga (12 years +) Noon - 1:00 pm Girlz/Boyz Club (children 8 - 10 years) 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Family Pilates (12 years +) 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm Family Fit Challenge (8 years +) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Family Creative Crafts 10:00 am - Noon (parents with children 5 years and under) Family Art 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm (parent with children ages 6 - 12 years) Kindergym 10:00 am - Noon (parent with children 5 years and under) Tennis Tourney cityofpickering.com/recreation 905.683.6582 1867 Valley Farm Road ~ conveniently located in central Pickering between Liverpool Road and Brock Road, just south of Kingston Road Passports Available at Pickering Recreation Complex. Now on sale! If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 (North Pickering 905.683.2760) or Toll Free 1.866.683.2760. Our office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Questions regarding your property assessment? • Please note that property assessment is the responsibility of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and that all assessment related inquiries should be directed to them at 1.866.296.6722. • Additional information regarding property assessment can be found on MPAC’s website: www.mpac.ca Tired of standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering offers the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. You can pay your taxes: • At participating financial institutions. Please allow five days before the due date for your payment to reach our office. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our office, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. • By mail. To avoid the late payment penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed five days before the due date. Cheques post-dated for the due dates are acceptable. Note: Your account is credited when payment is received at our office, not the post-marked date. • After hours “outside” drop box at the City municipal building on or before the due date. • By telephone/computer banking. Please check with your financial institution for details. Please allow five days before the due date for your payment to reach our office. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our office, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not reduce YOUR responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. A late payment fee of 1.25% is added to any unpaid taxes on the first day of default and on the first day of each month, as long as the taxes remain unpaid. The penalty and interest rates are set by City by-laws, pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act. The City does not have the authority to waive penalty and interest charges. 2008 INTERIM TAX NOTICE First Instalment of the 2008 INTERIM PROPERTY TAX BILL is due for payment February 28, 2008 Volunteers who contribute to the health of our watershed; planners who create an especially appealing design; companies who add to our community through their contributions & developments. Help create Pickering History. Nominate someone who has made a significant contribution to our community by Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 4:00 pm. For more information or nomination forms visit our website at cityofpickering.com or pick up a nomination form at any City facility. Even a beautiful landscape has an architect. 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The City of Pickering prohibits on street parking during Winter Control operations (in accordance with Parking By-Law 6604/05 Sec.13 (2d)). If vehicles are hindering the snow clearing operations, they will be ticketed (a $38.00 fine) and/or towed (at the owner’s expense). Municipal OperationsMunicipal Operations Help us keep your streets safe this winter For Maintenance of City of Pickering Roads, Trees, Parks & Trails, please call our Operations Centre at 905.420.4660 ext 5294 during regular business hours. After hours: call 905.683.4319, to report dangerous conditions or any other Operations emergency. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 PAGE 9 Pdurhamregion.com Pickering Home &Pickering Home & Design CeDesign Centrentre (Brock Rd. N., off the 401, Pickering) 905-428-8083 • 1-866-646-7833 HOURS: Monday - Thursday 10am - 8pm, Friday 10am - 9pm, Saturday 10am - 6pm & Sunday 12pm - 5:00pm www.bennetts.cawww.bennetts.ca Only available at our Pickering location. 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Project Prom dress, the brainchild of fashion designer Leanne Beagan, gives competitors the chance to win their dream dress designed by Ms. Beagan, their hair styled by Valentino’s, their makeup done by Make up in Motion, a fashion photo shoot with Heidi Gran- ville, and a limo for the winner and their friends from Southport Executive Service. The winner’s event will be videotaped by Rogers Television and aired on Durham Living. Young men can enter the competi- tion as long as they have a female student in their grade who can wear the dress to their event. The contest deadline is March 28. To enter, log onto www.leannebeagan.ca and download the application form. Send in the ap- plication form, full colour front and back sketch, fabric swatches, and a $20 application fee to Leanne Beagan, 882 Red Deer Ave., Oshawa, ON, L1K 0C9. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 250 Westney Rd. 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Today we fund about 450 researchers and investiga- tive teams who are hard at work in hospitals, research institutions and universities in communities across On- tario. And their work has never been more important. Just ask Tim Morrison. In 1975, he was born with some serious heart defects. Two of the largest vessels in his heart were switched, which deprived him of much need- ed oxygen in his blood – a condition known as Blue Baby Syndrome. But he survived, thanks to a Heart and Stroke Founda- tion funded researcher who developed a groundbreak- ing procedure that allowed surgeons to repair his heart when he was only six days old. Fifty years ago, he would have probably died. Today, there are approximately 180,000 Canadians, adults and children, living with congenital heart defects. All across this province, you’re helping us achieve results – for life! Lori, Ashlyn and Tim Morrison In the 1950s, less than 20% of infants born with com- plex heart defects reached adulthood. Now, more than 90% do. Thanks to ongoing research, Tim has had been very fortunate to have had so many chances at life. He has undergone at least 16 heart surgeries, including a se- rious procedure in 1995 that replaced many artifi cial parts that hadn’t grown to fi t his now adult heart. “The surgery was really dangerous and they gave me a 20% chance of survival,” Tim says. “I guess I’ve been a little bit lucky.” The fact that Tim is thriving means the world to his wife Lori and their young daughter Ashlyn. That’s why he doesn’t take anything for granted. He stays physically ac- tive and eats a heart healthy diet. Today, Tim works as a civilian front desk employee at a Durham Police sta- tion and competes in the World Curling Tour. “I have been fortunate to be the benefi ciary of the groundbreaking re- search done by the Heart and Stroke Foundation.” HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION OF ONTARIO Finding answers, For Life ADVERTISING FEATURE A jax to get a 535-pupil elementary school and a 556-student dual-track school DURHAM — Four new schools are slated for development in the 2008/2009 school year in Durham Region, two each in Ajax and Whitby, according to an adminis- trative report from the Durham District School Board. A 535-pupil elementary school near Rossland and Westney roads will be built to serve children living in the Meadows of Ajax housing development. The children are currently attending ei- ther Lincoln Avenue or Lincoln Alexander public school. A 556-student, dual-track school, for both English language and French Im- mersion students, will be built to accom- modate the children living in the develop- ment near Taunton and Audley roads. Those students currently attend either Valley View PS or Dr. Roberta Bondar PS, while French Immersion pupils currently go to Cadarackque PS. A 512-pupil elementary school is slated for students living in the Tormina Wood- lands development near Taunton Road and Baldwin Street in Brooklin. Those children currently attend Pringle Creek PS. Finally, a 466-student school is going up near the Olde Winchester development at Winchester and Thickson roads in Brook- lin. Prospective students currently attend Brooklin Village PS. Four new elementary schools slated for next year Carpet Towne is pleased to announce fl ooring specialist John Krekorian and Dave Takeda who are relocating to Carpet Towne, 419 Dundas St. E. Whitby from the Pickering location, 469 Kingston Rd. 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In the loop, a special event designed to educate families about the benefits of a college education. parents, family, and friends of college bound students in grade 9, 10 or 11 February 20, 2008 7 p.m. Oshawa Campus 2000 Simcoe Street North Gordon Willey building, room I110 Commencement Lot February 14, 2008 https://myplace.durhamcollege.ca 905.721.3033 who: date: start time: location: parking: rsvp by: Guests can fill out a ballot to WIN TUITION at Durham College and many other great prizes. Parent info session 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com Pickering is looking for its Senior of the Year PICKERING — The City of Pickering is now accepting nominations for its Senior of the Year Award. If you know a senior who has enriched the community’s social, cultural, or civic life, be sure to submit a nomination by Feb. 25. To tell the City of Pickering why your particular senior deserves the award, submit a one-page write up explaining how they have aided the community. Nominations can be mailed or dropped off to Marisa Carpino, One the Esplanade, Pickering, ON, L1V 6K7. The Senior of the Year Award was established in 1994 to give the municipality a chance to honour an outstanding local citizen. Based on the nominations, one senior is chosen. Only the winner is notified of the results and they will be invited to a recognition ceremony on Sunday, June 1. To be eligible for the award a nominee must be over the age of 65. Heart and Stroke Foundation gives Ontario failing grade By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Poor air quality increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, and Durham residents are among the most vulnerable in Canada. That’s according to a report from the Heart and Stroke Foun- dation that gave Ontario and Que- bec a failing grade when it comes to the impact of air quality on heart health. “It’s no surprise when you think of Quebec and Ontario, when you think of the vehicular traffic in the Windsor-Quebec City Corridor,” said Mark Di Buono, research di- rector for the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Ontario. The problem is particularly pro- nounced in the Greater Toronto Area where, in 2006, there were 28 days when fine particulate levels in the air exceeded Environment Canada’s acceptable levels of 30 micrograms per cubic metre for at least part of the day. In Osha- wa, where Environment Canada has its only monitoring station in Durham, there were 24 days in 2006 that exceeded acceptable levels. The Heart and Stroke Founda- tion estimates that of the 6,000 ad- ditional deaths in Canada caused by air pollution, 69 per cent of them are the result of heart dis- ease and stroke. Although research shows it’s a problem, most Canadians don’t draw a link between air pollution and heart disease, with only 13 per cent doing so. That could be because they can’t see the pollution. “It’s a bit misleading to judge by the naked eye what the air quality is like in the area,” Mr. Di Buono said. It’s not just a problem affecting big cities. Woodburning stoves commonly used in rural areas can release almost 30 per cent of fine particulates in the winter, the report said. Pollution from outside Canada also has an effect, with American emissions affecting Ontario and Quebec and Asian emissions af- fecting British Columbia. “You start to realize this is a pretty significant problem in all parts of the country,” Mr. Di Buono said. Ken Gorman, environmental health director for the Region of Durham, said there are several reports that link poor air quality and health. The Region sends out an e-mail advisory to staff on smog days, he said asking them to minimize their impact by doing things like reducing the opportunities for idling engines and perhaps de- laying some activities until better days. The public should avoid driv- ing and using machines like lawn mowers on smog days, he said. As well, the Region provides a variety of links on its website on air quality information and also holds sessions for the public on how to reduce their carbon foot- print. “Our role is more about advo- cating for change and educating the public as much as possible,” Mr. Gorman said. JOIN US FOR COMPLIMENTARY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT EVERY THURSDAY EVENING! Doors open at 7:00pm & music starts at 7:30pm Tours available, refreshments and door prizes. Everyone welcome! THE INDEPENDENCE I WANT www.chartwellreit.ca 1801 Valley Farm Rd. 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Dr. Ian Shelton, a PhD from the Department of Astronomy and As- trophysics at the University of To- ronto, is delivering the lecture on astronomy as part of the Durham District School Board’s SciTech Lec- ture series. The event is open to the public and no prior scientific experience is required. All seating is free, and is on a strictly first-come, first-served basis. The lecture is at the DDSB’s Education Centre at 400 Taunton Rd. E. in Whitby. The event runs from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and in- cludes a question-and-answer ses- sion. The Region of Durham initiated a Water and Wastewater Master Planning study in 2006 to identify a preferred water and wastewater servicing strategy for all urban areas in the Region to the year 2021, with consideration of strategic oversizing to service future growth beyond 2021. This Master Planning study is being undertaken in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process, which includes a comprehensive public consultation program. Public Information Centres (PICs) were previously held in June 2006 and May 2007 to receive comment on the proposed approach to identifying and evaluating alternative water and wastewater servicing strategies. The alternative strategies have now been evaluated, and the Region is holding a final round of PICs in February and March of 2008 to present the evaluation results and the preferred water and wastewater servicing strategy for public input. Each PIC will focus on the municipal water and wastewater systems for the municipality in which it is being held. The PICs will be an open house format, with a formal presentation beginning at 6:00 p.m. Staff from Durham Region as well as the study consultants (KMK Consultants) will be available to answer questions. This final round of PICs will be held in each area municipality as follows: Municipality of Clarington City of Pickering Wednesday, February 13, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, February 25, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex Pickering Recreation Complex – O’Brien Room 2440 King Street West, Bowmanville 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering Township of Brock Township of Uxbridge Thursday, February 14, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cannington Community Centre Joseph Gould Public School - Gymnasium 91 Elliott Street, Cannington 144 Planks Lane, Uxbridge Township of Scugog Town of Whitby Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Scugog Community Centre Durham Region Headquarters – Committee Room 1655 Reach Street, Port Perry 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby Town of Ajax City of Oshawa Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 2008 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ajax Community Centre – HMS Ajax Room Oshawa Library – McLaughlin Branch 65 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax 65 Bagot Street, Oshawa Since Pickering and Ajax are serviced by the York Durham Sewage System (YDSS), which jointly services the Region of York, the PICs being held in Pickering and Ajax will also have representatives from York Region present to discuss the coordinated approach to planning the YDSS. Comments received during this final round of PICs will be considered by the Region prior to finalizing the preferred water and wastewater servicing strategy. The servicing strategy will be documented in a Water and Wastewater Master Plan report that will be made available for a 30-day public review period in the Spring of 2008, and will then be submitted to Regional Council for approval. If you have any questions, or are interested in receiving future project notifications, please contact either of the following individuals: Mr. Rich Tindall, P.Eng. Project Manager Region of Durham, Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A3 Local telephone: 905-668-4113 Ext. 3547 Toll free telephone: 1-800-372-1102 Fax: 905-668-2051 E-mail: rich.tindall@region.durham.on.ca Mr. Chris Hamel, P.Eng. Project Manager KMK Consultants Limited 1099 Kingston Road, Suite 200 Pickering, Ontario L1V 1B5 Telephone: 905-837-0314 Fax: 905-837-0553 E-mail: chrish@kmk.ca Durham and York Regions are also planning a joint public forum in the Fall of 2008 that will focus on the YDSS recommendations. Public notification of this forum will be issued prior to the event. 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Building the extension will help alleviate traf- fic congestion on Rossland and Kingston roads, and provide a link to the new homes at Rossland and Audley. “Transportation connectivity is a vital compo- nent of a strong business community,” Luisa Da Rocha, the Town’s manager of economic devel- opment, says in a press release. “The extension of Kerrison Drive will help businesses be as efficient as possible by provid- ing a streamlined route through our employment lands and to the Hwy. 401-Salem Road inter- change.” Kerrison Drive extension begins Sarah Ghulam of Pickering took title in 2007 By Mike Ruta mruta@durhamregion.com DURHAM — If NASA could bot- tle Athena Aggelonitis’s abundant energy, it wouldn’t need a booster rocket for the Space Shuttle. Add Mediterranean good looks, brains, a great work ethic, a desire to help others, and a love of family, challenges and new experiences, and the 19-year-old Ajacian has a winning combination. And she hopes others think so, too. Aggelonitis is about to enter a world filled with press appear- ances, rehearsals, and evenings out on the town. She learned in the fall that she’d been chosen as a Miss World Canada finalist, and the event is in Toronto during March Break. “I had the stereotype that a lot of people have,” she says in an interview of beauty contestants. “Contestants in beauty pageants are always portrayed in the media as dumb.” Aggelonitis learned for herself this isn’t necessarily the case. She met some contestants, finding them intelligent and with a defi- nite charitable bent. She did some research, found the Miss World Canada contest and had a gut feeling she should enter. Before long she was a national finalist. “I’ve never really done anything like this before, so I have no idea (what it will be like),” she says. She admits to nervous butter- flies that “come and go,” but it’s hard to believe, given her outgoing and seemingly fearless nature. Born in Toronto, her family moved to Ajax when she was eight and she considers it her home, even though she’s living in the big city again while attending the University of Toronto. She went to J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate, and was valedictorian and prom queen.. In 2004, she was one of only two young people in Canada and 100 across the globe chosen to represent her country as an am- bassador on a scholarship at the don Quijote school in Spain. The criteria was mostly based on aca- demics, an essay those vying for the scholarship had to write, and “your passion for the language.” The experience opened her eyes to a world outside of Canada and remains one of the highlights of her young life. “I think about it every day of my life,” she says. Aggelonitis, already interested in languages as she has an Italian mom and a Greek dad, returned with a firm grasp of Spanish, a fondness for the history and ar- chitecture of the place, and a love of siestas and superconas -- a giant waffle cone filled with vari- ous ice-creams. She has taken part in various fundraisers, including the Run for the Cure and the CN Tower stair climb. Aggelonitis vies for the Miss World Canada crown from March 11 to 15. The competition that de- cides the semifinalists are swim- wear, evening gown and personal interview. There are also fast-track events that give contestants an op- portunity to make the semifinals before the preliminaries. Among the categories are Miss Talent and Beauty with a Purpose. “All of them,” she responds when asked if she’ll enter any. “May as well give all of them a shot.” A People’s Choice fast-track event allows the public to vote on- line for their favourite contestant. Aggelonitis hopes Durham resi- dents log on at www.missworld- canada.com to give her a boost starting Feb. 15. If she becomes Miss World Can- ada, she’ll represent the country at the Miss World competition later in the year. “I’m a very hard worker; I’m very determined,” Aggelonitis says of herself. “I’ve worked ever since I was 14, even before that as a babysitter. I’m very ambitious.” WHITBY COURTHOUSE THEATRE Celebrating over 50 years of Entertainment in the Community! Audition Notice for the Foresome www.whitbytheatre.org Is looking for 4 male actors for THE FORESOME, Comedy by Norm Foster. Men around the same age are required, (late 20’s - early 30’s or late 30’s - early 40’s) Auditions will be held at 7:30pm on: Sunday, February 17th and Tuesday, February 19th, in the Whitby Courthouse Theatre, located in the Whitby Centennial Building, 416 Centre St. S. Whitby. Any questions please contact Michael Roantree, the Director at 905-404-4323 or visit: www.whitbytheatre.org synopsis Just in time for spring comes this comic treat from Norm Foster, one of today’s wittiest playwrights. Four old college chums, home for their fi fteenth year reunion, convene for a round of golf and catching up. You don’t have to be a golf fan to enjoy watching this foursome over the course of 18 riotous tee-offs, while they share their secrets, successes and failures in this warm and funny comedy. Show Dates: (2008) Thurs. Fri. Sat. Apr. 24 Apr. 25 Apr. 26 May 1 May 2 May 3 May 8 May 9 May 10 Show Put this on your fridge! Tell your cottage friends! FREE PASS • Proudly produced by Jenkins Show Productions • Exhibiting opportunities still available – call 1-8 00-465-1073 Markham Fairground Buildings on McCowan Rd., just north of Major MacKenzie Shop for almost everything imaginable for your cottage – in one place – on one weekend!HO033JAN 401 N Major MacKenzie McCowan Don Valley/404 Regular Admission: $8 Free Parking Show Hours: Friday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special Exhibitor Pass February 15 to 17 You are invited to be a VIP guest at Canada’s first major cottage show of 2008 – the 13th Annual Cottagefest Show in Markham, February 15 to 17, 2008! Present this special pass ($8 value) and you will receive free admission to an event featuring the latest cottage designs, innovations, and bargains! FREE VIP ADULT PASS! $8 Value CottagefestCottagefest $8 Value www.cottagefest.com Indoors at the Markham Fairgrounds • Free bear seminars • Chain saw log carving • Muskoka wildlife • Live music • Great food Cottagefest Markham Fairgrounds The Go Green LOTS OF NAUGHTY LAST MINUTE GIFT IDEAS! Come visit Canada’s premiere adult store for Lingerie, Leather, Oils, Games, Toys and more. 1755 Pickering Parkway Brock Road and the 401 905-428-9567 Chocolates and Flowers are for your mother... durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Aggelonitis ready to take on the world Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Miss World Canada finalist Athena Aggelonitis of Ajax. RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES newsdurhamregion.com SUDOKU Now online and updated daily at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 newsdurhamregion.com Getting back to the roots in Greenbank GREENBANK — The dynamic duo of Mark Haines and Tom Leighton bring their Celtic, mari- time and roots blend to Green- bank Feb. 16. They’ll perform their tradi- tional and original repertoire, and their senses of humour, to the Greenbank Folk Music Society at Greenbank Centennial Hall. Their energy, enthusiasm and musician- ship delight and amaze their audi- ences, including the Greenbank audience in 2002. Opening for them will be Uxbridge favourite Poor Tom (Wanda Stride and Susan Luke). Poor Tom’s music reflects Stride’s Newfoundland background and Luke’s Virginia roots. Showtime is 8 p.m. at the hall on Hwy. 12. Tickets are $20 each and available at Blue Heron Books, 62 Brock St. W., Uxbridge, 905-852- 4282, P O E Design, 146 Queen St., in Port Perry, 905-985-0060, or 905-985-8351 for reserved tick- ets and information. On deck on March 15 are Washboard Hank and Sheesham and Lotus. Celebrate Pickering’s heritage and diversity PICKERING — The Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity is hosting the 2008 Heritage Day Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 16. The event celebrates Pick- ering’s rich heritage and cultural diversity. Visitors will be entertained and informed by a variety of dance and musical performances as well as interactive displays. The performers include the County Town Singers, Shobha Tal- ent and Cultural Centre, Durham Tamil Association and the Valley Farm Public School Dancers. The event starts at 11:15 a.m. at the Pickering Town Centre. Sweet treats and theatre with Backwoods PICKERING — The Back- woods Players are putting on an evening of entertainment with a side of sweet treats. And this weekend is your last chance to get a taste. This year’s Dessert Theatre features a selection of Vaudeville acts, desserts, and concludes with the one act comedy ‘Broth- ers in Arms’. This is the fifth annual edition of the Dessert Theatre. ‘Brothers in Arms’ is set in the Bon Echo area during the 1920s and sati- rizes the romantic notion of the great outdoors. The play is the story of Doro- thea Browne and her husband, J. Altrus Browne, who have differing goals while in the bush. Ms. Browne just wants to see a hunter, while Mr. Browne wants to catch a train so he can get back to the city to close a busi- ness deal. The fun is at the Brougham Hall, 3545 Brock Rd., Pickering, on Feb 16 and 17. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance by calling 905-683-8401. New curator DURHAM — Station Gallery didn’t have to go far to find its new curator. The gallery has announced Olexander Wlasenko is the full- time, permanent curator for the gallery, starting Feb. 19. For the past eight years, Wlasenko has been assistant cu- rator at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa, where he’s also been the curator of the Thomas Bouckley Collection of Historical Photographs. Born and raised in Oshawa, Wlasenko is a practising artist who works in his Whitby area studio. He is a graduate of the Ontar- io College of Art and Design, holds a masters in fine art from the Uni- versity of Western Ontario and an honours BA from the University of Guelph. He takes over the post from interim curator Gil McElroy, who guided the gallery during a lengthy transition period. 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Generally, one or two athletes, if any, from a given team earn the op- portunity to go stateside to further their education and development in their given sport on a scholarship. The Ajax Titans, however, had other, loftier goals in mind. At the conclusion of a stellar 2007 season on the soccer pitch, nine Ti- tans had landed U.S. scholarships. And, Titans head coach Alex Bi- anchi couldn’t be happier for his players, who were feted with a spe- cial scholarship signing ceremony at the Ajax Town Council chambers at Town Hall. “It’s a big number and I’m real ex- cited about that,” says Bianchi, who began coaching the Titans five years ago. “I never thought we’d get nine. I thought maybe five, but when we got to six it just started steamrolling. “I’ve really been waiting for this day for three years. You always have people who question what you’re doing and where you’re going, so it’s nice to see what you believe in come to fruition. That’s really satisfying.” The hours of training, the games that took the team across Canada and the U.S., and the work put into showcasing the team members to representatives of various college programs paid off handsomely, as Bianchi says an aggregate $500,000 was offered up to the nine scholar- ship recipients. But, it wasn’t always roses and sunshine for the Titans. Not by a long shot. By Bianchi’s admission, when he first took over the team, the squad was, to put it kindly, under- achieving. “They were terrible,” says Bianchi in his blunt assessment of the team at the under-13 level five years ago. “They were God awful. I really won- dered some days where I was going with these guys.” But, with time, effort and perse- verance, the players and program began the slow turnaround process. And, in the 2007 season, the Titans finished with a solid 9-1-4 record in the Central Girls’ Soccer League Premier Division. As well, they were ranked 14th in the Terra Power Rat- ing system among teams in their age group in Ontario. Bianchi says it was very much a process to instill winning habits into his players. “Yeah, a lot of training, a lot of hours. It’s an old cliche, but you have to put a lot of time into train- ing -- in the gym and on the field. I also did things myself to be a better coach. We just kept doing that. “We had a two-and-a-half year plan and we did follow it. The kids followed it and that’s why we’ve got nine (scholarships) and other Dur- ham programs are not close to us,” he says, adding possibly two more Titans’ players could have received U.S. scholarships, but chose to re- main in Canadian schools. As for the scholarships, Bianchi explains it was all about promoting the players to the U.S. college pro- grams in which they had an interest. This meant writing player profiles and compiling videos on each play- ers and sending them to the vari- ous colleges. As well, the Titans also played in a number of U.S. show- case tournaments, including the Kirkwood Showcase in Delaware, the Maps Spring Classic Showcase in Philadelphia, the Memorial Day Shootout Showcase in Erin, PA. and the Score at the Shore Showcase in Greensboro, NC. Additionally, the Titans played exhibition games against U.S. colleges at Gannon Uni- versity, Mercyhurst College and Ed- inborough College, all in Erie, PA. “It was definitely self-promotion. There are a lot of good players out there. If you don’t promote yourself you’ll fall between the cracks,” says Bianchi, adding the players’ parents did a lot of the promotion work, too. Bianchi’s pleased to say that, through the ups and downs and the highs and lows of the seasons, the Titans’ players, coaches and parents have become like one big family. “They’re a tight family, and that’s what makes them special. They’re not in it for themselves. There’s no selfishness in any of them,” he says. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Alexa McCartney shares a hug with her coach, Alex Bianchi, and a smile for her teammates during a special signing ceremony at the Ajax Town Hall. Nine members of the Ajax Titans under-18 soccer team signed their letters of intent to U.S. colleges on athletic scholarships. Alexa, 17, will attend Davis & Elkins College in West Virginia. Down south for scholarships Player: Kendra Bianchi Age: 17 Hometown: Ajax, member of Titans since 2002 Position: Goal- keeper University: Lincoln Me- morial Univer- sity (Railsplit- ters), Harro- gate, Tenn. Conference: South Atlantic Conference (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School Plans to study: Fine arts On attending a U.S. college: ‘It’s going to be really different. It should be a good experience. I’m excited to see where it will lead.’ Player: Justine Forth Age: 17 Hometown: Ajax, member of Ti- tans since 2005 Position: Cen- tre midfield University: Trevecca Naz- erene (Tro- jans), Nash- ville, Tenn. Conference: TranSouth Athletic Conference (National As- sociation of Intercollegiate Athletics - NAIA) Graduate: Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School Plans to study: Kinesiology On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’m really excited. It should be a good experience. I’m going there with my brother (Joshua, who plays with the Trevecca Nazerene men’s soccer team), so it won’t feel like it’s too far from home.’ Player: Jennifer Kirby Age: 17 Hometown: Ajax, member of Titans since 2002 Position: Outside mid- fielder Univer- sity: Salem International University (Ti- gers), Salem, West Virginia Conference: West Virginia Confer- ence (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Ajax High School Plans to study: Secondary educa- tion (toward a teaching career) On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’ve really worked hard toward getting a scholarship.’ Player: Jessica Leroux Age: 17 Hometown; Ajax, member of Titans since 2004 Position: Cen- tre defence University: Catawba Col- lege (Indians), Salisbury, North Caro- lina Conference: South Atlantic Conference (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School Plans to study: Psychology On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’m nervous because I’m going so far away from home. But, I’m excited because it’s a real good oppor- tunity.’ Player: Alexa McCartney Age: 17 Hometown: Pickering, member of Titans since 2005 Position: Cen- tre midfield University: Davis and El- kins College (Senators), Elkins, West Virginia Conference: West Virginia Conference (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Trafalgar Castle School Plans to study: Psychology On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’m Kendra Bianchi Justine Forth Jennifer Kirby Jessica Leroux Alexa McCartney ✦ See Soccer, Page 23 SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 www.toronto.com/annandale Looking for a new home to golf? $395 from $58 from + GST PST & GRAT. 2008 Memberships Tournament, Golf and Dinner Pkgs. + GST MANAGER OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION Peterborough Housing Corporation is seeking an individual to fill the position of Manager of Finance and Administration. 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K9H 0A6 Deadline:February 21, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. Peterborough Housing Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. PLANT MANAGER SAMCO MACHINERY LTD.has been in business for 35 years, designing and manufacturing rollforming equipment for custom manufacturing industries worldwide. We currently have 125 employees operating out of an 80,000 sq.ft. plant in East Toronto. We need a dynamic, results oriented PLANT MANAGER to provide leadership and direction to shop floor employees in fabrication and assembly. A strong technical background with trade skills in multiple disciplines is required. Significant manufacturing knowledge of work center loads and capabilities is a must - preferably in a capital equipment manufacturing environment. Blueprint reading and metallurgical skills are absolute requirements. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking for a challenge to contribute to the continuous improvement of an already very successful company. 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Business Development Representative This role requires a self-motivated, well-organized individual with excellent communication skills to work inside generating sales opportunities for the sales team to close. The ideal candidate will possess a strong capacity to learn and enjoy business development. Experience in inside sales and/or relevant industry experience a plus. $40,000 base, perfor- mance-based bonus & benefits. Email your resume to hr@focus-america.com listing the position applied for in your subject line. DIETARY AIDE We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated individuals for part time position.The successful applicants must have a Food Service Worker Certificate and Food Handler Certificate. Please submit resumes by: Friday Feb.15 to: Dietary Manager Extendicare Oshawa 82 Park Rd. N., Oshawa, ON L1J 4L1 Fax: (905)579-1733 PART & FULL TIME Ontario Certified Teachers required teaching adults during the day in the Durham Region. Enthusiasm, flexibility, comfortable teaching Math & English at a high school level. ONTARIO TEACHING CERTIFICATE AND COMPUTER SKILLS A MUST. Please call Rosana 905-420-9930 COLLECTIONS REPRESENTA- TIVES. National Collection Agency located in Pickering is expanding and requires Collection Representatives. We are looking for individuals who are assertive, motivated self-starters. Previous collections experience an asset but not required as full training is provided. Preference will be given to fully bilingual applicants. We offer a competitive salary and commission structure.Fax your resume with salary expectations to 905-420-6833 or email nancy.lauzon@recovercorp.com ECE / PSW / CYW $2500.00 / Monthly Requiredtoworkwith 2 delightful preschool boys diag- nosed with high functioning ASD. This unique position will involve: Coaching of Social Skills, En- hancing Play Activities, Modeling Play Activities. 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HOMEWORKERS needed!!To Assemble Products-Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.J obs-WorkAtHome.com Reference 2-107 PRODUCTION WORKERS re- quired for plastic manufacturing company in East Scarborough. Must have good communication skills, mechanical aptitude, lift truck license, rotating shiftwork experience and own transporta- tion.Very good wages and bene- fits.Fax Resume 416-281-8530. HOUSEKEEPING -The Durham College Residence and Confer- ence Centre is looking for hard working housekeepers. Summer and full time employment available. Experience is required. $9/hr. Must be bondable. Com- prehensive benefit and RRSP plan available after three months. Fax resumes to attention:Mabel Parsons at (905)721-3152 by February 20th. LABOURER - COURTICE.Co- part, Inc., salvage industry lead- er, seeking FT yard labourer;1-2 yr outside work experience re- quired;competitive wages/ bene- fits. Email resume to: gmyard201@copart.com or fax 905-436-2763. sales help & agents MARKETER (6 month contract) Kingsway Arms at Clarington Centre is seeking a self motivat- ed, energetic individual who has a desire to work with seniors. Previous experience in the Re- tirement industry is an asset. You will possess a proven track record in sales and strong or- ganizational and communication skills. An excellent knowledge of Durham region and the Health Care industry is a must. Please submit your resume in confidence to the Executive Director via email at dhornby.kams@rogers .com or fax to 905 697 2918. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. SUPERINTENDENT.Couple preferred for 2 low-rise apt build- ings. Reduced rent. Experience req'd in building/grounds mainte- nance and all repairs. Administra- tive duties, must be computer lit- erate. Whitby. References re- quired. Call 1-800-693-2778 or fax resume to 905-666-9022 SUPERINTENDENTS East Durham area. Mature couple required. Good salary and 2-bdrm apt. Routine repairs & mainte- nance, cleaning. Some adminis- trative duties. Clear police check required. Please send resumes to File #329, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Fare- well St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 TORONTO'S LARGEST Land- scaping Company pays $100- $500 DAILY for outdoor Summer work. Hiring honest, energetic in- dividuals to fill our many Summer positions. Email gtaspringwork@hotmail.com. UPSCALE RETIREMENT RESI- DENCE, Lynde Creek Manor, is now hiring for the position of Die- tary Aide.Food Handlers Certifi- cate an asset, previous serving experience a must. Please fax your resume to:Attn:Amy at 905- 665-7018 ESTHETICIAN WANTED,for Busy Spa. Must be energetic w/2-year diploma (no experience required). All Appointments Sup- plied. Paid Training. 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ADAMSON SYSTEMS Engineer- ing is searching for an energetic, dedicated, and thorough Entry Level Quality Control Technician. . It is an asset but not crucial that applicants have experience in the Live Sound Reinforcement Indus- try. Essential General Skills:Nu- meracy, Writing, Oral communi- cation, Working with others, Prob- lem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task plan- ning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding informa- tion, Computer use, and Continu- ous learning. Please include sala- ry expectations, a long with your resume and cover letter. Please send all inquiries to Adam- sonqc@live.ca sales help & agents CONSTRUCTION WELDER/FIT- TER,immediately required by ex- panding industry with Premium for Pipe Ticket. Applicant must be able to work in a challenging un- supervised environment.Fax re- sume to 905-683-1335 CUSTOM CABINET SHOP re- quires experienced, reliable, Kitchen Installer.Full-time posi- tion, Oshawa. References re- quired. Please call Fernando 905- 432-2066 to arrange an interview. EXPERIENCED CABINET Maker with 10-15 years experience, able to manage projects, and guide others, must be reliable. Knowledge of blue prints. Call (905)718-0690. EXPERIENCED CABINET Maker wanted with knowledge of joint- ers, shapers and planers must have at least two years of experi- ence, wage to be negotiated email:homebuilders@live.ca EXPERIENCED CARPENTER, Carpenter's Helper and Electri- cian's Helper with electrical background required immediately for local manufacturing compa- ny. Wages negotiable.Fax re- sume:905-434-5346. Email: rhealey@thearcticgroup.com FITTER REQUIRED FOR BUSY custom steel fabrication shop in Pickering. Must be able to read drawings and have experience with CWB welding requirements. Experienced fitters with post sec- ondary education in welding/fit- ting preferred. 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Please fax resumes to 905- 427-4042 or email to sgeorge@reillylegal.com WANTEDAFULL TIME recep- tionist, applicant must have some book keeping experience and Quick Books experience a must, wage to be negotiated e-mail: payables@live.ca sales help & agents INSIDE SALES/TELEMARKET- ER The Sales Associate will be responsible for exceeding as- signed sales targets, utilizing both prospecting and current account databases. Candidate must have proven previous sales experience using the telephone. Be results driven with the ability to develop, meet and exceed set targets and effectively close sales. Must have a focused, positive work ethic and demonstrate an ability to work independently. Above av- erage income opportunity. Please fax resume to 905-426- 4891 DENTA L ASSISTANT required part-time for Oshawa practice. Please fax resume 905-434-6388 DENTA L RECEPTIONIST/ Assistant required for progressive office in Whitby. Experience required. E-mail resume to: dentaljob@live.ca ENTHUSIASTIC TEAM PLAYER wanted for exam assistant at chi- ropractic office. Must be customer focused, able to handle multiple interruptions and maintain friendly attitude. Experience helpful but not necessary.FT. Skills test giv- en. Phone (905)427-6772. Mon - Thurs.9 a.m.-10 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. IF YOU HAVE 10 ARMS and can handle 20 things at one time with a smile on your face and a sense of humour then our busy chiro- practic office is looking for you! Part-time Front Desk/Assistant.4 days/wk 20 hrs. No experience necessary. Previous applicants need not apply. Email resume to: drjnoble@rogers.com by Friday February 15th. LOOKING FOR FULL TIME/PART TIME,Assistant/Re- ceptionists. Evenings and Satur- days required. Dentrix an assist. Dental experience a must.Fax resume to (905)427-9651. MARWOOD LIFECARE CEN- TRE has a position available for a full time director of care/educator, must hold a current RN registra- tion.Fax resume attn Tracey Werheid (905)623-4497 or email twerheid@extendicare.com PHARMACY ASSISTANT,expe- rienced for Whitby & Oshawa pharmacies, full and part-time available. Nexxsys experience an asset. E-mail resume to 725132@myadbox.com RMT - WONDERFUL PERSON wanted to join our team. Satur- day mornings and a few after- noons/evenings a week. Oppor- tunity to build to more hours. contactus@ bowmanvillemassagetherapy.ca RN FOR ORAL Surgery Office in Scarborough. Experience pre- ferred.Fax resume to 416-431- 3873. TREATMENTROOMideal for Health Professional for rent in Massage Therapy office. Great location - downtown Bowmanville. Includes reception. contactus@ bowmanvillemassagetherapy.ca DANA HOSPITALITY INC.is looking for, Monday-Friday, chef manager, deli person, salad bar cashier.Fax your resume:416- 495-2986. EXPERIENCED SERVER re- quired for busy fish & chip restau- rant./ Please apply in person with resume to:Flying Fish and Chips, 1540 Dundas St. E. at Thickson Rd SWIMMINGINSTRUCTORS NEEDED/ASSISTANT instruc- tors. Must be Red Cross/Royal life certified. Shifts available, day- time, evenings or weekends. Please call (416)358-2510. * PUBLIC * NOTICE Free list of Durham Region distress sales & foreclosures now available to public. 1-800-596-2052 ID #1042 Free recorded message B O W MAN VILLE-PRIVATE, $294,900, price reduced.2,300 Sq, 4-bedroom, two storey. Large kitchen, opens to familyroom, with gas fireplace. Separate liv- ingroom/diningroom, MFL, fin- ished rec-room, C/A, nicely land- scaped. (905)623-7799, 632 Longworth, Ave. www.bytheown- er.com/67007 I BUY HOUSES FAST,any loca- tion, any condition. Call Investor (905)239-4579. A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 13, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com ** PUBLIC NOTICE ** List of Ajax, Brooklin,Whitby, Oshawa Bank Foreclosures, Power of Sales & Estate Sales are now available to the public for free! Free computerized list with pictures of Distress Sale properties from $170,000. No Investors please. Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 - ID #4042 or DurhamDistressSales.com Re/Max Ability Real Estate Ltd *Independently Owned & Operated* 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper, Broker STORE FOR LEASE AAA Location, a 1.220.00 S.F. store at Brock Rd. South & Bayly Street, Pickering Suitable for any kind of retail. 416-494-6529. 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 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT In Loving Memory of a Precious Mom, Cherished Grandma & Loving Wife Dorothy Marguerite Hunter August 23, 1934 - February 13, 2007 Some people come into our lives & quickly go. Some people move our souls to dance. They awaken us to a new understanding with the passing whisper of their wisdom. Some people make the sky more beautiful to gaze upon They stay in our lives for awhile. Leave footprints on our hearts And we are never, ever the same. A year has passed, though it feels like yesterday, that our hearts were broken & our world changed forever. You will remain in our hearts & in our souls forever as we journey through this life. Our Precious Gift from God & our Beautiful Guardian Angel, we Love You & Miss You Dearly. Rest Peacefully & God Bless. With All of Our Love Jimmy, Jamie, Brittany, Alyshia, Nancy, Rick, Hannah, Marina, John, Michaela & Madison xoxoxo Government of Canada is offering assistance $20,000.00/person to purchase your first home. Free report available at 1-800-596-2052 ID #1053 Free recorded message PICKERING,WHITES/HWY, OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY/ SUNDAY 2-5PM, Nice spacious 4-bedroom home, with many up- grades, basement apartment, po- tential income, $300k, Call (416)432-1258. Private Sale. TOWN HOUSE, end unit, 3-bed- room, 2.5 bath, one garage, 3-car parking, near 401/amenities, fin- ished top to bottom, A true "10", price $219,900, Raj Sharma Re- alty Network 100 Inc. 1-905-389- 3737 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE for lease. Prime north Oshawa location. Second floor space. 560 or 630sq.ft. Parking available. Available immediately. Call 905- 576-0958 for details. EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACE - Whitby downtown. Individual, upscale offices, 1st & 2nd floor space available. Call Snyder Rental 905-655-5000 for details. RETIREMENT HOME FOR Spe- cial Care-15 Beds. Fully Li- censed by Government. Asking $635,000-Once in a Lifetime Op- portunity. Call William Lee, Sales Rep, Century 21 Percy Fulton. 416-298-8200. A GROUND FLOOR opportunity looking for enthusias- tic entrepreneurs here in Durham Region. Revolutionary product, fantastic & successful leadership. Call 905-493-6723 FULLY EQUIPPED HAIR salon, Whitby, busy plaza. Good lease. Only 7-years old! $19,900, firm. Call Chris Tyrovolas, Broker Roy- al Lepage Frank. 1-866-273- 1333, ctyr@royallepage.ca. IN DEBT OVER YOUR HEAD? Tired of your job? Looking for a new challenge? Million dollar in- come earning entrepreneur coach can help you find the success you have been looking for. Call (905)447-6140 JOB AT HOME. $487.68 Weekly. Assemble Products, Mail or Computer Work. Free Details www.TopJobReview.com write CHRJobs: 372 Rideau St, #916-A15, Ottawa ON, K1N 1G7 1-800-351-5120 MULTI-MILLION $$$Network Marketing Pro, new to Durham Region. 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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. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. **WHITBY'S prestigious West Lynde, April 1, Main floor of bun- galow, 3-bedrooms, parking, fenced yard, appliances, near amenities, $1100/share utilities. First/Last. 905-668-8620. 1 BEDROOM APT.- Ritson/Ath- ol Oshawa, $650+hydro. Available March 1st. No laundry. Appliances, parking included. No pets. Newly renovated. 416-996- 2022 1-BDRM BSMT APT,Oshawa, bright and spacious separate en- trance, storage. $780/inclusive parking for one close to 401. Feb/March. Call 289-240-1988, or 905-995-3136. 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Oshawa. Very clean, no pets/smoking, heat, hydro, park- ing and laundry. First/last, refer- ences, working person preferred. (905)576-3059. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. for rent, Finch/Liverpool. Fur- nished, close to amenities. $750/month. Cable/Internet in- cluded. Available immediately. No pets, no smoking. Call 905- 239-2290. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT IN Pickering, Two level, Two Bed- rooms. Huge Living, Washroom, Kitchen, Storage. Amenities, School, Shopping, 401, GO. $825/month. All Inclusive. 647- 899-6402. 2-BDRM OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Rus- sett. Hardwood floors, well-main- tained 12plex, newly renovated, near bus/shopping. New appli- ances, cable, heat, water, parking included. Laundry, No dogs. 905-576-2982. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT with balcony in Courtice. Separate entrance, parking $750/month. + utilities. No dogs. First/last, available immediately. Call 905-579-7553 or 905-436-2583 2-BEDROOM APT.,$875/month, ($210/week). Furnished bachelor apt., $595/mo ($145/week). Park- ing, appliances, utilities incl. Avail. Feb 8th or later, deposit ne- gotiable. (Simcoe/Mill). Call (905)576-6769 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt, newly renovated, includes utilities, satellite TV, A/C, internet, shared laundry, 1 parking, no smoking/pets. $900 first/last. Phil- ip Murray/Stevenson. April 1st. (905)728-2211 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., newly renovated, very large, plus solarium. Laundry facilities, appli- ances. Near Oshawa Centre. 2-parking. $900/month. Available March 1st. References. No pets. (905)571-0631 2-BEDROOM, BRIGHT,spa- cious, clean. Quiet North- Oshawa neighbourhood. Utilities and appliances included. Close to amenities and bus stop. No pets. No smokers. MUST SEE!! $l,000 per mo. (705)523-8093 (Sudbu- ry), (905)433-1632. 2-LARGE BEDROOM,Oshawa. $1000/inclusive. 1-BEDROOM, $750/month, all inclusive. Near all amenities. First/last, no pets. Quiet building. Available Now. (905)424-5083. 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT - Downtown Whitby. Close to walk- in clinic, schools, shops & restaurants. Parking for 2 cars. $1050/mo.+hyrdo. Avail. March 1. Call Steve 905-809-7110. 3-BEDROOM BRIGHT,spacious, main floor, Whitby, centrally locat- ed. New carpets, fridge/stove, parking, $1100/month inclusive. No pets/smoking. Avail. immedi- ately. 905-556-9972, 905-925- 9972 385 GIBB ST,Oshawa, 1 & 2- bdrm apts, quiet bldg. Walking distance to Oshawa Centre/ amenities. Laundry facilities on- site, utilities included. No pets. March/April. 905-723-5434 Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX - HARWOOD/BAYLY- LARGE one bedroom basement apartment. Fully renovated new carpet and tiles. Parking/laundry. $700/mo plus utilities. Available March 1st 905-509-2335 cell 905- 903-2335 after 4pm. AJAX - PICKERING VILLAGE,2 bedroom apartment in a clean 12 unit building, parking, laundry, eat-in kitchen. $895 per month. (647)628-8810 AJAX, IMMACULATE 2-bed- room basement apt. Large, 4-appliances, jacuzzi-tub, sep. laundry, 2-parking, close to schools/shopping. $950/mo inclu- sive. March 1st. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24 or eve/wknds 905-665-3666 AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY 2,3- bedroom upper level of house, le- galized. Separate entrance, sep- arate laundry, parking, first/last. No pets/smoking. March 1st. Suit 3 single people, or family. (905)686-5297 AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1 bed- room apt. $859/mo. Available im- mediately. 905-683-8421. AVAILABLE Feb 15 or-March 1. Large 3-bdrm upper bungalow apt, located at Westney/Hwy 2. Must be seen. No pets/smoking. First/last. $1200-inclusive. Call Ash (905)903-3684 BACHELOR APARTMENT with kitchen & bath facilities, close to Oshawa Hospital, bus to Col- lege/University. First/lst, credit check, $540/month. Available March 1st. (905)623-9242, (416)648-9595. BACHELOR APT,all inclusive, fully furnished, just walk in! No smoking indoors, no pets, refer- ences. Close to shopping, Go train, parks and Lake Ontario. $675/month first/last. (905)839- 7663 BACHELOR APT.,basement, first/last, no pets, no smoking, Simcoe/Rossland area. $600 all included. Avail March 1. Call (905)720-2957 BASEMENT APT.1-bedroom. Separate entrance. All amenities included & internet. No smok- ing/pets. Westney N. on Ross- land E. $750. Available now! (905)686-0299, (647)836-9920. BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult lifestyle build- ing, 1620 sq. ft. 2-bdrm PLUS OFFICE, laundry, parking. No dogs. Avail March/April 1st. Call 905-725-1052 BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult lifestyle build- ing, 1040 sq ft., 1-bdrm PLUS OFFICE, laundry, parking. No dogs. Avail Feb 15th/March 1st. Call 905-725-1052 BOWMANVILLE:2-bedroom with den, close to all amenities. $930 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Office hours 9-5, Monday- Friday. (905)430-1877. COURTICE RD/Sandringham, basement apt. 1-bedroom/1 large office, private entrance, separate laundry, parking, new gas fire- place, single mature preferred, non-smoker, no pets, $1000 all inclusive. (905)434-7547. COURTICE: SPACIOUS 2-bed- room apartments available. Close to all amenities, 401, Darlington and OPG. From $900 to $1200, inclusive. For details visit: http://www.malo-properties.com or call (905)448-3520. COZY UP WITH A NEW APT. 1, 2 & 3 bdrm from $950 on Park St, incl. water, some suites with balconies, mins from Oshawa Centre, Community Centre, di- rectly on bus rte, 1.888.310.7000 GOtransglobe.com DUNLOP ST. W., Whitby, large 1 & 2-bedroom, quiet 6-plex, hardwood, Thermopane, 2 appli- ances, laundry, parking. No pets. Avail March 1st. $795 & $895/month. (416)759-5321 ENJOY YOUR NEWLY renovat- ed 3-bedroom apt, in quite du- plex, on-site laundry, large back- yard. Cedar/Phillip Murray area. $950+hydro, (905)242-8016 or (905)404-1594, leave message. LARGE 1 BEDROOM apt. locat- ed at Bayly/Liverpool. Separate entrance, washer/dryer, built-in dry bar, fireplace, close to all amenties, 10 min. walk from Pick- ering GO station, $800/month, in- cludes cable/utilties. Available immediately. Call 905-492-0615. LARGE 1-bdrm, hardwood floors, sep entrance. Central Oshawa. Available March 1. $775/mo-inclusive. Parking available. (905)579-4250 MARCH 1ST.Large, bright 1- bdrm basement apt, north Oshawa. Very clean, laundry, parking, separate entrance. All in- clusive $800, first/last, referenc- es. Call (Bus) 905-579-2175 NEW UPSCALE 1-bdrm apt on 2 acres ravine. Brock St./Taunton. double french-doors walk-out, breakfast bar, private laundry. No smoking/pets. $850/mo inclusive. 416-712-8178, 416-855-0717 NORTH AJAX Private luxury 1 bdrm upper apt. on estate with pond and views. $725/month includes utilities laundry & parking Available April. No smoking/pets E:mail salemhaven@ gmail.com (905)649-1422 NORTHEAST Oshawa, cozy 1- bedroom +den upper floor, cen- tral air, suitable for profession- al/couple. Avail. immediate- ly/March 1st. First/last, no smok- ing/pets. $800/mo inclusive. (905)720-2307. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. Hwy. 2/McQuay. Near transporta- tion, sep. entrance, parking, Laundry, appliances, $700/mo/in- clusive. References. Professional female non-smoker preferred. Avail immediately. (905)430-1915 OSHAWA - 2 bedroom apartment in a clean 12 unit building, park- ing, laundry, eat-in kitchen, from $720 per month. 905-922-0252, 905-728-8066. OSHAWA - Close to O.C. Fully furnished bachelor bsmnt. apt. Clean, newly renovated. $600/mo all inclusive. First/last. No pets/ smoking. Available Feb 9th. 905- 571-7708 OSHAWA - COMPLETELY RENOVATED 2 bedroom lower duplex. Near GM South plant. No smoking/pets. $690 plus utilities. Available March lst. lst/last. (905)728-3894. OSHAWA - OLIVE/HARMONY.3 and 2-bedroom 2-storey units available. $850/month. plus utilities. Parking included. 905- 571-1994. Pls leave message. OSHAWA 3-bedroom downstairs apartment near lake. Laundry fa- cilities, shared yard, parking for two cars. No pets/smokers, refer- ences. $925 plus hydro. Available now. 905-728-4330. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 905- 743-0287. OSHAWA Clean, new building. large 2-bedroom apt. $865. avail. February/March 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905- 438-9715. OSHAWA,1 BEDROOM, $750/month., avail. April 1st. 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 immediately. (905)424-3107. OSHAWA, BASEMENT APT.,1- bedroom, clean, $650/month, first/last required. Available im- mediately. Please call Bill (905)666-1154 OSHAWA,beautiful spacious 2- bedroom apt. 2 washrooms, on quiet street with parking. Mins from 401, $950 all inclusive. Call 416-219-0070 or 416-268-2844 OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1 & 2 bdrm. Senior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Call 905-728-4966 or 1-866-601- 3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA,Ritson/Wolfe, 2 bed- room, utilities, parking, fridge/stove inclusive. First/last, Available immediately. Call 647- 404-1786. OSHAWA, SIMCOE/CENTRE, Extra large one bedroom, second floor, excellent condition. Fridge/stove/parking. $725/month First/last, references required. (905)576-1636 or (905)447-8234. Also on viewit.ca. 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 March/April. 1-866-601-3083 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1 & 2 bdrms, adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. March/April. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING 1-bdrm main floor. Appleview/Dunbarton $825. Immed, cable, laundry, parking, a/c, bathtub, no smoking/pets. On beautiful safe street. Suited for single person. Clean! 905-420- 4451. PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment apt., large bright open con- cept, newly renovated, private en- trance w/patio, own laundry, no smoking/pets, $900/mo. First/last. (905)428-6577, 416-768-8654. PICKERING LEGAL 1-BDRM. bsmt., bright, spacious, separate entrance, laundry, cable, parking. utilities incl., avail. immediately, $750/month. First/last, referenc- es, no smoking/pets. 647-402- 5453. PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly large bachelor apt. Fully renovat- ed. Near all amenities plus beach. Laundry, parking, $675 in- clusive. Avail March 1st. 905-509- 2335, cell 905-903-2335 after 4pm PICKERING ROUGEMOUNT/2, Extra-large 1-bedroom walk-out basement apt. Patio, laundry, ap- pliances, no smoking/pets. Quiet responsible couple preferred. first/last in advance. References required. (905)509-1284. PICKERING VILLAGE 2-bed- room, walk-out basement apart- ment. Above ground. Executive home. Separate entrance, kitch- en, laundry, 1.5 bath. 2-parking. $1200/month, all inclusive. Available now. (905)239-1122 PICKERING, 1-BDRM $850/mo, like new, near Go/mall. Avail. im- mediately. Short-term considered. Call Roger (416)817-7835, (905)619-2655 PICKERING, HWY 2/liverpool, professionally renovated base- ment bachelor apartment, open concept, separate entrance, in- cluding, utilities, cable, close to amenities. No smoking/pets, $750/negotiable. (905)839-6287. PICKERING, Whites - south of 401. One bedroom basement, very clean, quiet, one parking, satellite, shared laundry. No pets/smoking. $785 mo. Mitch (416)575-1051. PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 2 & 3- bdrm. in well-kept, quiet 3-storey apt building. Balcony, 1-park- ing, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-985-0748 or 905-430-7816. 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 SEMI-DETACHED farm house, 2-bedroom apt, 1km north of Brooklin. Available immediately. $725 month plus utilities, first/last No pets. Suit couple. (905)655- 4966 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA,near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shopping/transportation. Utilities included. 1-bedroom $759, 2-bedroom, $859, 3-bed- room, $969, first/last. (905)436- 7686 until 8pm. START FEB IN A NEW SUITE! 1 & 2 bdrm from $925 on Marland Ave, w/ balcony, near Oshawa Centre, HWY 401, parks, in a quiet area, onsite laundry, Incl: heat/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 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 13, 2008, PAGE 21 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Death NoticesDeath Notices Community notices appear on milestonesdurhamregion.com in enhanced, colour format with guest book. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences, thoughts and prayers online. KLYNE, Lawrence Peter Stewart (Veteran WWII, Cameron Highlanders). After a lengthy illness, Lawrence Klyne passed away at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Sunday, February 10, 2008 in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Aldea Klyne and Helen Klyne. Loving father of Beverly Brown, Ronald (Debbie), Kathy (Danny) Bazley, Linny (the late Orval) Barkwell. Predeceased by his daughter Fay, wife of Tom Pratt. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Kevin (predeceased), Sherry (Tom), Teresa (Glen), David (Sheryl), Michael, Shawn (Julie-Ann), Shelley (the late Bill), Robin, Dawn, Christine (Greg), Colleen, Eddy (Ainsley) and Steven (the late Kim). Lovingly remembered by his 28 great- grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Lawrence was predeceased by his ten brothers and sisters. He will be forever remembered by his extended family and many friends. He was passionate about his family, hunting, fishing and being in the outdoors. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428-8488 on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 10: 30 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Roman Catholic Church (S.E. corner of Bayly St. and Harwood Ave.) Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated by the family. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca " You always said you were 100% and you still are!" CANAVAN, Anne – (Born January 4, 1930, High Valley Field, Scotland, died February 11, 2008, Oshawa, Onta- rio). After a brief, but courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Cherished mother of Rosemary and her husband Kenneth Pengelly. Devoted and loving Nana to Matthew, Douglas, and Caleigh. Pre- deceased by her parents Thomas and Helen Canavan and her brother Dr. Bernard Canavan. Sister of Ellen Anthony (Markham), Nicholas and Gina Canavan (North Carolina), Elizabeth and Sid Stallard (Bermuda). Sister- in-law of Margaret Canavan (Florida). Anne was devoted to her family, faith and friends. She will be sadly missed by all whose lives she touched. Special thanks to all the staff at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa, Emergency Dept., Cardio Pulmo- nary Floor and Oncology Unit. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. GERTURDE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH,Oshawa on Thursday February 14, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated. On-line condolences or expressions of sympathy may be made at www.courticefuneralchapel.com COLM, Guido "Guy"- Passed away on February 9, 2008 in his 85th year after fighting a courageous battle with kidney disease and heart failure. Beloved husband to the late Betty Colm, cherished father of daughter Angela, and sons Laurence and Brian (wife Laurie). Dear grandfather to Trevor and Julia. He enjoyed a successful career in the Aeronautical industry, working for Dowty, DeHavilland, and Bombardier. A long time resident of Ajax, Guy took a lively interest in community affairs. He also enjoyed traveling to many countries. The family will receive friends on Friday February 15, 2008 at All Saints Anglican Church (300 Dundas Street West, Whitby, 905-668-5101) from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will follow at 12:00 p.m. Reception to take place following the Funeral Service. If desired, donations may be made on Guy's behalf to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation of Canada. The family wishes to thank Guy's neighbours and good friends for all their acts of kindness and support in his later years. Arrangements entrusted to the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (905-428-8488) A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca CAMPBELL, William John - Passed away suddenly at Lakeridge Health-Oshawa on Tuesday, February 12th, 2008 at the age of 67 years. Bill, beloved husband of Shirley Penny. Cherished father of Roberta and Brian McCarthy and Patricia and Kevin Plummer. Dear step-father of Amanda and Charles Preston, Trina and Dave Worden and Harmony and Ken Wilson. Adored Grandfather of Sasha, Damon, Coral, Katelynn, Lauren, Jace, Annabelle, Hannah Marie and Jayda. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, February 13th from 3:00 P.M. until time of Funeral Service in the Chapel at 7:15 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. MACGREGOR, Douglas Nimmo - Passed away suddenly at the Scarborough Centenary Health Center on February 11th, 2008 at the age of 64. Loving husband of Kathryn and father to Christopher, Matthew, Shawn and James. Sadly missed by grandchildren Joei, Shawn, Kate and Shelby. Brother of Ishbel and her husband John Donaldson of Kingston. Brother in law to Douglas, Kenneth and Wendy Waterman. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) (905)428-8488 on Saturday, February 16th, 2008 from 3 - 5:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 5:00 p.m. Donations to a Charity of Choice would be appreciated by the family. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca EXHIBITORS WANTED March 7th, 8th, 9th The General Motors Centre Call Devon or Wendy (905) 579-4400 To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. Sunday, February 17 Preview 9:30 A.M. Auction 11:00 A.M. Selling the Estate of Bernice Kutney of Pickering Quality Auction of Antiques. Furniture to include: Victorian Mahogany Breakfast Table, Dining Table, 2 Sideboards & Set of 6 Dining Chairs, Butler's Tray, 2 Drop Front Desks, Inlaid Display Cabinet, Ormolu Mounted Display Cabinet, Mahogany Tall Boy & Bow Front Dresser, Pair of 3 Drawer Side Tables, Painted Console Table, Apartment Size "Cecilian" Piano, Semi-Antique Oriental Carpets, Numerous Small Tables & Victorian Chairs, Uphol- stered Furniture, Metal Garden Furniture, Mirrors, Watercolours, Oils & Prints. Large selection of Glass, China & Sterling to in- clude Doulton Stoneware Lamp, Continental Por- celain, Limoges, Numerous Doulton Figures, Crys- tal, Dinner Services, Set of Ryrie Sterling Flatware & other Sterling, Jewelley, Books & Linens. Large Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 A.M. For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions, Newtonville Friday, Feb. 15th, 5:00 p.m. Selling a private estate from Port Hope: New Pub set table w/8 chairs; Theatre Media Set; Dining Room Suite; Loveseat; Chesterfield Suites; Occasional Chairs; Occasional Tables; Chests; 2 Power Beds; Old Rockers; Antique Tables; Kitchen Set; Prints; Frames; Carpets; Coins; Freezer; Table Saw; Drill Press; Scroll Saw; Portable Compressor; Fireman Col- lectibles; sxs Fridge; etc. etc. Preview after 2:00 p.m. Check website for updates Terms: Cash, Approved Cheques, Visa, M/C, Interac 10% Buyers Premium Applies AUCTIONEERS FRANK & STEVE STAPLETON 905.786.2244, 1.800.263.9886 www.stapletonauctions.com ‘estate specialists since 1971’ LIVING ESTATE SALE for Mr. & Mrs Richard Gibson of Cobourg who lived in the same home for the last 30 years and have now gone to nursing home, to be sold at WARNER’S AUCTION HALL, 1293 Hwy#2 west of Colborne - SATURDAY, FEB 16 th - starting at 10:30AM Antiques, collectibles, dishes, appliances, home furnishings, tools, etc., antique tools including Stanley #78 and #45 hand planes, 2 old wooden signed hand planes, some power & hand tools, plus more. Lawnboy lawn mower plus other garden equipment and hand rakes, shovels, etc, antique wooden golf club, several old license plates, excellent fridge, stove, auto washer & dryer, chest freezer, portable colour TV, microwave and small kitchen appliances, antique walnut dining room set, excellent antique oak chest of drawers with mous- tache pulls, antique pump organ in working condition, antique glass ball foot piano stool, nice antique wooden butter churn on legs, an- tique mini drop leaf table, antique Gibbard gate leg table, antique PB rocker, other antique chairs, fancy coffee table, antique curved glass oak china cabinet all original in mint condition, small sectional sofa, 3 matching occasional chairs, smalls include 2 Moorcroft vases, Top of Hill Royal Doulton figurine, quantity Wade tea figurines, carnival glass, fancy dishes, rare butterfly carnival glass, fruit bowl with matching set fruit nappies, Royal Crown Derby cup & saucer, sever- al Beswick animals, 2 small rare Royal Doulton kittens, several Hummel’s plus more, including books, old boxes, cedar chest, household articles, pictures, lamps, mirrors, etc. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque,Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E.Warner - Auctioneer - 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com PUBLIC AUCTION RANDY POTTER ESTATE AUCTION Sat. Feb. 16th Start: 5 PM View: From 4 PM Day of Sale Randy Potter Estate Auction 15 Cavan St. downtown Port Hope is holding an estate auction of approx. 300 pcs. of art, antiques, fine furniture, china & collectibles. Some items: numerous signed Norval Morrisseau acrylic on canvas; Die Cast car collection etc. For info & pics go to: www.randypotterauctions.com Randy Potter Auctioneer Phone: 905-885-6336 AUCTION,THURSDAY, FEB 14th 5:30PM from a Colborne home with some antiques, collectibles, home furnishings, etc., to be sold at WARNER’S AUCTION HALL, 1293 Hwy#2 west of Colborne. Attractive 8pc bedroom suite w/two night stands, selection dressers and chests of drawers, Knectal breakfront china cabinet, antique walnut china cabinet and matching sideboard, antique students desk and chair, other modern bedroom set with queen HD board, Knectal dining table, other small dining room suite, selection small tables, appliances include auto washer, gas dryer, 30” stove, small bar fridge, pine corner cabinet, 50 gal fish aquarium and stand, 3 portable colour TV’s, 2 corner curio cabinets one with fancy front, rare solid cherry bench all original no nails, antique oak extension table, rare Victorian corner chair needs upholstery, antique trunks, 2 old blanket boxes, antique carved walnut vanity, bookshelves, nice oval coffee table, hat tree, antique chest, plus more. Smalls consist of about 50 boxes full of miscellaneous household items, etc., all packed at time of advertising and unknown what all is in them - packed by family. Everything to be sold with no reserves. Terms: cash, cheque,Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E.Warner - Auctioneer - 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, February 15 th at 4:30 p.m. 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 The Property of Doris Thomson of Grasshill plus others, round oak split pedestal table, pine queen cannonball bed, Tiffany table top lamp, walnut nesting tables, pine table, Beleek, 2 chesterfield and chair sets, 6 pc modern bed- room set, 4pc wicker set, Pride EZ stand chair, single Craftmatic bed, kitchen table and chairs, glass top coffee and end tables, qty. of jewellery, RCA 27" TV, GE 24" stove, Amana fridge, Frigidaire flat top stove, dbl ski doo trailer, Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com Sweetheart Auction Sale - Haydon Auction Barn 2498 Con. Rd 8 Haydon ON, Sat. Feb 16 @ 4 pm Barber Chair,Fainting Couch,Gate-leg Table Suite, Caned Furn, Marble Top Tables, Maple Dinette/2 Chairs, Show- cases, Rnd Cedar Table/Benches,Decoys, Crocks, Figurines(Japan),‘Bobby Orr’ Print,Antique Dough Maker, Coke Cooler, Beer Novelty Items. Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 www.donstephensonauctioneer.com SAT. FEB. 16 - 10AM at MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER - 2194 Little Britain Rd., LINDSAY large auction of an- tique and modern furniture, collectables, glass & china, hand & power tools, wagon wheels, property of large Fenelon Falls, Lindsay & Manvers estates, hundreds of items, Info/flyer 1-800-461-6499 MCLEAN AUCTIONS or view at www.mcleanauctions.com VERY QUIET one bedroom base- ment apt., close to downtown Oshawa, furnished optional. park- ing, suit one person, $550 all in- clusive. leave message (905) 434-7012. WHITBY - 2 bedroom apartment in a clean 6 unit building, parking, laundry, eat in kitchen, $795 mo. 905- 442-0882 WHITBY -1 BEDROOM APART- MENT FOR RENT. Bright, clean, freshly painted 700 sq. ft. 1-bed- room apartment with private en- trance and large windows. In- cludes eat-in kitchen, living/dining room, 3-piece bath, 4 appliances and cable TV. Single quiet adult preferred. $850 per month all in- clusive. 1 year lease required. 905-442-6415 WHITBY BORDER, NORTH 2-bedroom walk-out bsmt apt. Separate entrance. Laundry, 2- car parking included, 1100sq ft. $950 all inclusive. Avail March 1st. Call 905-665-7823. WHITBY Garden/Rossland Legal one-bedroom basement apt. Sep entrance, parking for 1, no pets/smoking, $800-inclusive. First/last. Available immediately (905)626-0919 WHITBY Mary St. East immacu- late 1 & 2-bedroom apt, in six- plex, Avail. immediately. $785 & $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's Best building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY,2-bedroom suites from $960/mo. all inclusive. Bachelor suite $800 inclusive. Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY,1-bedroom apartment for rent, $700/month, 2 bedroom $825/month, plus hydro, heat in- cluded. (First & last required. Phone days 905-432-4365, even- ings/weekends 905-668-4016 WHITBY,2-bdrm, triplex, bright w/large windows, walk-out base- ment, own backyard, 1-parking, $900/mo inclusive. 505 Harris St. 2-bdrm in 6-plex, $845/mo+hydro, 1-parking. 107 Wellington St. Available March 1st. No pets. Call (905)430-7567 after 6pm. WHITBY, Large 1-BEDROOM loft, suit one person. Brock/Dun- das area. Includes fridge/stove, laundry, 2-car parking, backyard. Quiet dead end street. Immedi- ate. $750/month. No/smok- ing/pets. 1-800-567-9122. WHITBY, ROSSLAND/Thickson, large 2-bedroom basement apart- ment. Private entrance and park- ing, 3-appliances, available March 1st. $995/month first/last/ references / no dogs. (905)666- 3050. WHITBY, THICKSON/BURNS - suit single working male. Parking, utilities included. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately. $600 per mo. lst/last. Call (905)668-7479. CONDO/BOWMANVILLE New 1 bedroom+ den, one bath, 3rd floor, top-walkup, balcony, mins to 401/shopping, appliances/park- ing, ensuite laundry w/a/c, secure building/locker, no smoking/pets. $950+utilities. Free cable/internet until June. 905-550-8321 PEACE AND QUIET, without moving to the country. You can rent this bright, spacious Whitby 2-bedroom condo. Minutes to 401/Go, shopping/rec-centre. En- suite laundry and storage plus under ground parking. Showing this Sunday, February 17th, 2-5pm, Brock/Dryden. $1250+ utilities. (416)768-9241. $ !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 3-BEDROOM farm house, Little Britain area, available immediate- ly. $1100 monthly plus utilities. First/last required. Call 1-888- 550-3687. $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 3 BEDROOM HOME -Oshawa/ Whitby border, no appliances. $1000/month.+utilities, first/last. No pets. Grass cutting & snow removal included. Avail. March 1st. 905-576-0823. 3 BEDROOM, NEWER HOME - Wilson/Taunton area, Oshawa. Parking, laundry, garage access. Near all amenities. No pets/ smoking. Available immediately. Call 416-562-2542. 3 BEDROOM, WHITBY Quiet street on Cul-de-sac. Immaculate condition. Bright, spacious rooms. Appliances included. Laminate floors. Huge yard. At- tached to garage. Walk-out to deck. $1200+. (905)427-5982. 3+1 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE- THICKSON/DRYDEN,5 appli- ances, ceramic/laminate floors, A/C, finished basement, fireplace, garage. Close to amenities. $1365+utilities. Available imme- diately. Contact Nancy 905-999- 2670. AJAX/WHITBY BORDER, 4+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, central air. Rossland/Salem. RENTER MAY TAKE IN ROOMATES. $1850+utilities, 2 WEEKS FREE!! 2000 sq.feet. Quiet neighbour- hood. April 1st. 905-239-0787, 416-409-0214. BOWMANVILLE,4-bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, 5-appliances, c/a, c/v, gas heat,1400-sq ft. plus partially fin. bsmt. $1300/month+. Immediate. Call 905-213-5719 COURTICE 3-bedrooms main floor of house, 5 appl, LR/DR, A/C, private entrance, parking, $1185/mo +1/2 utilities. No smok- ing. (905)434-5422. COURTICE COUNTRY HOME, close to 401. $1100/month + utilities. References. No pets/smoking. Call (905)623-2824 DUNDAS/WELLINGTON,totally renovated. 3-bdrm main floor, large livingroom/diningroom, large new 4-pc bath w/ceramics, new eat-in kitchen w/ceramics. $1300/mo inclusive, yard, no pets. (905)668-3482 HOUSE FOR RENT,Ajax South, 2 bedroom, living, dining, kitchen Upper level. All utilities included. First/last. $1200/month. Quiet neighborhood. March 1st. 905- 683-0799. LOCATION, LOCATION,LOCA- TION. Bowmanville 3+1 Bed- room Bungalow on huge treed lot with ample amount of parking and steps to all amenities. Don't miss this rare opportunity. $1,700 all inclusive. Call Jennise Today (905) 697-8261. LUXURY farm house for rent. $900/mo + heat and hydro. No smoking. Good references. Be- thany area. 905-404-0769 NORTH WHITBY- 3&4 bedroom detached, $1,550 & $1,700 plus utilities. Available immediately. Application, credit check, refer- ences. Call Right at Home Real- ty, Chand (905)424-8428. OSHAWA CENTRE AREA,semi, walk-out with deck, fenced-in backyard. Large rec room, Avail. immediately or March 1st. $1065/mo+ utilities. First/last req'd. Call (905)728-9499 OSHAWA, PARK/BLOOR,whole house, basement, or main floor. Full bath and kitchen, upstairs and downstairs, sperate entranc- es. Contact Andy (905)424-0582. OSHAWA, PARK/PHILLIP Mur- ray, 3-bdrm main floor of house, excellent neighbourhood, 2-park- ing, private backyard, laundry, $1100+hydro ($60). March 1st. (905)867-8417 OSHAWA, SPACIOUS 3-bed- room upper. Quiet family neigh- borhood, huge fenced yard. Walking distance to school, gas/heat/central air. Large de- tached workshop available. No pets, first/last, references. $925/month, plus utilities. (905)655-3943. PICKERING, 3 BEDROOM, 4 ap- pliances, garage and backyard with walk-out deck. 5 minute walk from Pickering Town Centre. Quick access to 401, public tran- sit and amenities. No pets/smok- ing. Must see! $1200+utilities. February 1st. 647-402-8667. PORT OF WHITBY,3-bdrm bun- galow with loft & 2-bdrm bsmt apt, large lot, close to go/401, $1600/mo+ utilities. Call Frank 905-243-2751 RENT TO OWN - Low Down Pay- ment, Easy Qualifying, Seller Will Finance. Choose Your Dream Home Today. Visit http:// www.HomeOwnerSoon.com or call 1-866-702-4334. WHITBY detached, 3 bedroom, Finished basement w/gas fire- place, 3 car parking, no-smok- ers/pets, references. March 1 $1,495/mo+utilities. (416)587- 5453. STUNNING & SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW! Whit- by, Garden/401. Hardwood. Amenities. Large bedrooms. Family-friendly. Finished base- ment. Backyard faces park. $1400. No pets/smoking. Available. 905-999-9371. TAUNTON/SIMCOE, OSHAWA 3-bedroom semi, finished base- ment, large familyroom, walkout deck, air, walk to schools & all amenities. $1300 plus utilities. Available March 15th 905-409- 5213 THORNTON/ROSSLAND,luxu- ry, 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath, custom built home, 65ft lot. Large garage, new efficient a/c and furnace. Fireplace, and spiral staircase, with oak wainscotting and skylight above, main floor laundry. 2,400, sqft. 6-appliances, includes win- dow coverings, private deck 30x16 and access to 32 x 16 pool and gazebo, including, pool and landscape maintenance. Mini- mum bid $1,600/month + utilities. (416)540-6100. WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM main floor, $1400/month, includes utilities, cable & laundry. No pets/smoking, close to shopping & schools. References required. (905)683-6863 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE Hwy#2/Garden. $1200/month+ gas. Available March 1st. 905- 430-0278 or 416-399-5004. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. BEAUTIFUL, NORTH OSHAWA Ritson/Beatrice, spacious, high ceilings, townhouse, 3 bedrooms, walking distance to mall, school, transport, amenities, air, $l,200 plus utilities. (905) 668-2104, (647) 338-9682 BRAND NEW SOUTH Ajax 3- Bdrm Townhome. Available April 01. Monarch and Bayley. $1250 +utilities. Central Go Transit, school, hospital, parks, arena. 905-460-6296. BROOKLIN TOWNHOME Wat- ford/Winchester area. 3-bdrms, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, deck, garage, fenced yard, near schools. Available April 1st. $1300+utilities. No smoking. 416-618-4149. 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 LARGE 4 BEDROOM town- house, end unit, great location. Complex has playground & in- ground pool. No pets/non smok- ing. Available immediately 1250.00/month plus utilities. Call (905)926-0798 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 2 LARGE SEPARATE furnished bedrooms to rent. $450 & $500/month. Dixie/Kingston Rd., Pickering. First/last. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. Call Rebecca, 905-839-3030 AJAX - HARWOOD/HWY 2 Furnished room in quiet home. Laundry, cable, phone. Close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. $400/mo. First/last. Avail. Immed. 416-893-0140. AJAX NORTH ROOM in luxury home, use of kitchen, suitable to working individual, $450/month, includes utilities. First/last re- quired. Available immediately. 905-686-1168. AJAX, HOME TO share, fur- nished, bus route, TV, Internet, parking, Master bedroom available. $450. 905-239-1732, 416-723-5576. BROCK RD/PICKERING Park- way/401, furnished, large, cable/tv, parking, shared kitchen, bath and laundry. Close to amenities. $110/week, utilities in- cluded, female preferred, no smoking/pets. (416)738-5150 or (905)427-7073. OSHAWA, SHARED kitchen, bathroom, living-room, in quiet area. $425/month, all inclusive, plus cable, and laundry. Prefer working female. Available March/April 1st. Non-smoker. (905)576-8819. PICKERING Brock/Finch, fur- nished/unfurnished, suit single male. Microwave, fridge, laundry, smoking, utilities and cable in- cluded. Beside bus stop. Immedi- ately. Reasonable. Call (905)686- 4975 or 647-400-4975. AJAX,Finley/Westney area, 1 bedroom in 3-bdrm house, near lake, GO, Bus & amenities. Park- ing, share kitchen/bathroom, laundry. $525/mo. First/last. No smoking/cats. (905)427-6419 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. SHARED ACCOMMODATION close to Oshawa Hospital, 2 1/2 storey older home. Loft or bed- room avail. $425-625 inclusive. Linda or Brad 905-668-5257. PICKERING: SHARE 3-bedroom townhome with 25yr old female, underground parking, near lake/GO/401, conservation area, waterfront trails. Female pre- ferred. $425+. Immediate. (905)839-6648, (647)273-6942. RITSON/ORMOND DR. Oshawa. Working male preferred, large master bedroom. Phone, cable, parking, share kitchen, near bus stop. $475/mo. Avail. Mar 1. (905)728-6678 SIMCOE/BLOOR,share home with owner, 1-or-2 bedrooms, partly furnished. Available Feb 15th. $600-700/month. Viewing (416)598-0262. 2 1995 GTX seadoos with double bunk trailer. Great condition with low hours. $5000 o.b.o. Will sell separately Call 905-434-5686 2 SEADOOS-2003 GTI, 3 seat- er, 2002 RX, 2 seater both have low hours, includes double trailer, 2 water lifts, lifejackets & tubes. Both in great condition- $14,000- 905-697-8850 COVERED, UNCOVERED boat slips now available on Sturgeon Lake, Lindsay, off Hwy.36. Water, hydro, pool, showers on site. Mechanic. Lots of fun at your relaxation destination. Call 705- 324-6667 or email themoorings@sympatico.ca 2002 MXZ 800 excellent condi- tion. Brand new motor in 2008 - No miles. New sliders, reverse, trail permit goes with it. $7,300 o.b.o. 905-982-1222 2005 ARCTIC CAT touring, 660 turbo with double wide trailer, very low mileage, trailer new. In- quire 905-686-2309, Dave Scott SWIMMING POOLS and Rock Waterfalls. Book early. Over 19 years experience. (416)554-8195 or (905)985-3491 www.poolscapers.com WANTED, CARE GIVER, please call Anne or Joseph Macarangal, (905)239-3635. ATTRACTIVE, 65 YEAR old lady. Enjoys most of the good things in life and being active. Seeks gentleman who enjoys the same interests. No married men please. 1822 Whites Rd. PO- BOX #116, Pickering, Ont. L1V 0B1. ERASE YOUR CRIMINAL Record. We succeed where our competition can't. We give free consultations. Our cost just $475. Apply online www.governmentpardons.ca Call Robyn 1-800-298-5520 HOME DAYCARE, EXP. Teach- er. Quality care for your child in monitored, warm, safe, clean home. Educational activities. Healthy meals. (Nursery). South Ajax. Patricia. 905-449-7245. $399.99 CENTRAL VACUUM, Canavac. 360-degree swivel hose w/switch, power nozzle, 50- ft pipe and materials for most roughed-in homes up to 3500-sq ft. Oshawa Vacuum (905)720- 9991 +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. 16 FT enclosed car trailer, extra height, ramp door, tandem, checker plate floor, D rings, new tires, brakes and wheel bearings. Set up for race car, $6,500. Call 705-760-4487 or 905-377-0361. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call 416-524-2018. @ HOME RENOVATIONS Complete Bathrooms & Kitchens & Basements Tiling, Hardwood Flooring, Drywalling, Painting at Quality Work! Affordable Pricing 416-939-8881 athomerenovations@yahoo.ca B a t h r o o m Renovations& Repairs By Quality Construction 905 626-3771 www. 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Line 647-868-9669 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 DOAEC MOVING/DELIVERY ✓ fully insured and bonded ✓ honest & reliable ✓reasonable rates (905) 426-4456 (416) 704-0267 Experienced Lady at helping disabled, will do shopping list or take shopping, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands of any sort. $20/hour. (905)839-7663 LAURIE'S House Cleaning SERVICES 21 years in business. I work alone & bring my own cleaners. Excellent references. Covering Ajax/Pickering, Uxbridge (905) 995-2248 A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 13, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Call (905) 683-0707 TO ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Be a neighbourhood power star with peaksaver ® Will you be a power star? It’s easy. Join the peaksaver® program and allow us to cycle down your air conditioning system temporarily during summer peak demand times. 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OM OPA, Every Kilowatt Counts, and Ontario Power Authority are each official marks of the Ontario Power Authority. ® Trademark of Hamilton Utilities Corporation, used under license by Veridian Connections Inc. A program supported by In cooperation with OM To sign up, call: 1-866-323-0206 or visit: www.veridian.on.ca THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com very excited and nervous. I’m really excited to go, but I’m going to miss my old team here.’ Player: Jodi McDonald Age: 17 Hometown: Ajax Position: Outside mid- fielder University: California University of Pennsyl- vania (Vulcans), Cali- fornia, Penn. Conference: Pennsyl- vania State Athletic Conference (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Ajax High School Plans to study: Sports management On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’m extremely excited. I can’t wait to meet the soccer team and meet new people.’ Player: Julia Rivers Age: 17 Hometown: Ajax, mem- ber of Titans since 2003 Position: Defence and midfield University: Salem In- ternational University (Tigers), Salem, West Virginia Conference: West Virginia Conference (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Ajax High School Plans to study: Criminal justice On attending a U.S. college: ‘It’s going to be a lot of fun. I’m excited to meet my new teammates and new friends. I also hope to learn a lot in school.’ Player: Sarah Taylor Age: 17 Hometown: Ajax, mem- ber of Titans since 2004 Position: Forward University: Lincoln Me- morial University (Rail- splitters), Harrogate, Tenn. Conference: South Atlantic Conference (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Ajax High School Plans to study: Kinesiology On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’m extremely overwhelmed and very excited. I’m looking forward to it.’ Player: Ally Trinier Age: 18 Hometown: Ajax, member of Titans since 2007 Position: Defence University: American International Univer- sity (Yellow Jackets), Springfield, Mass. Conference: North- east-10 Athletic Confer- ence (NCAA Division 2) Graduate: Ajax High School Plans to study: Sports management On attending a U.S. college: ‘I’m extremely excited. I’ve been waiting for this my whole life. It’s what I’ve worked hard for.’ Jodi McDonald Julia Rivers Sarah Taylor Ally Trinier ✦ Soccer from page 18 Soccer Titans earn scholarships 1994 FORMULA 583 SKI-DOO, $1,900. 2001 Dodge Dually ex- tended cab, diesel, $19,000 certi- fied. 1991 39 ft. Franklin 5th wheel, $7,900. Washer & dryer set $250, freezer $100, refrigera- tor, $100. square baler, $350. 12 ft. aluminum boat with 6 hp motor and gas tank, $800., burn barrels, $10 each. Call 905-207-7700. 52"-RCA WIDESCREEN TV, asking $475, Skylar Pettler beige, couch, $275, Solid maple dinette set, 6-chairs, $350, 5-piece Can- nonball bedroom suite, $400, Ket- tler(new) pingpong table, $375, (905)723-7695. 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 at HANKS APPLIANCES, Visit our NEW LOCATION 310 Bloor St.W. (in Mr. Burger Plaza) Scratch & Dent & Reconditioned Appliances. Stoves from $99, Washer $149, Fridges $149, Dryers $149. Large selection of newer models, including stainless steel appliances. Parts Special- ist. (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 orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 CANNONDALE SUPER V800 mountain bike, full suspension, hydraulic brakes, excellent condi- tion, $l,000. (905)434-4648 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 CHERRYWOOD COMPUTER desk, $700/O.B.O, Dining room set, with hutch, china cabinet, serving table, $2000/O.B.O. Bunk bed with desk, and more. (905)435-0312. COMPUTERS, DELL P4 Win- dows Xp Pro, 17" monitor key- board and mouse, $270.00. IBM Netvista P4 Windows XP, 17" monitor keyboard and mouse, $205.00. MDM, 926 Dillingham Rd., Unit #4, Pickering, 416-319- 8861. DININGROOM table w/6 chairs, hutch & buffet $500. Call 905- 263-4741 DININGROOM TABLE,solid washed oak, double pedestal, 8 chairs $500; new trackless folding bathdoor, paid $400 sell for $125; (905)434-5299 FIREPLACE DOORS - Brass and Glass - $200 o.b.o. 905-666-5175 FOOS-BALL TABLE,brand new, paid $900, asking $450. Gail (905)665-9861 FRIDGE. STOVE. DRYER.9 piece dining set. 7Hp compres- sor. Apt. stove. Bedroom set. De- luxe bunk beds. Entertainment units. Buffet & hutch. (289)240- 2112 Oshawa GOALIE PADS, BLOCKER & Catcher; blue & white. Approxi- mately 25" Juniors. Excellent Condition. $300 o.b.o. 905-666- 5175 GUN SHOW Sun., Feb.17 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. SCUGOG RECREATION CENTRE 1655 Reach St. Port Perry Door Prize 11 a.m. (905) 679-8812 HOSPITAL BED, HILL-Ron ad- vanced 1,000. Asking $1500, call 905-576-4704. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca OAK PEDESTAL TABLE,6 chairs $1000; Oak computer desk $200; encyclopedia Britinica $100; scuba complete set $500; new pool table, sacrifice $1000. (905)697-8504 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 TUBS/SPA,2007 new in wrap all self-contained, Cost $7,950, sacrifice $3,600. Call 905-213-4669. JAMES LUMBERS framed prints "Twilight Cruise", "Ready to Go" & "Opening Night". Asking $400 each. Call (905)982-0696 LOWERY PAGEANT ORGAN, roll-top model. Model M-150-Solid state amp. Bench included. Rea- sonable. If interested call (905)434-2757 MILLWRIGHT'S TOOL BOX, must be seen to be appreciated. Too many tools to be listed! Ask- ing $10,000. Call (905)655-7304 MODCHIPS installed!XBOX 360, Wii, PS2, XBOX. Profession- al install, with warranty. Call Mike at 905-626-0542 (Oshawa) www.durhammods.com NEW COIN WASHERS $699 and new coin dryers $599., also re- conditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt. size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appli- ances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NEW CRAFTSMAN Lathe with stand, $400, Router with table and safety switch, $300, O.B.O. Contact (905)655-6504. NEW SET of golf clubs Maltbys 3 - pw putter, 3 - 5 driver, new bag, $350. Golf clubs, Maltby 3 wood and driver, slightly used Golf South irons (knockof Calaways) putter, new bag, $300. (705)328- 0402 PIANOS AND CLOCKS,NO TAX EVENT for the Month of February only! We have the best prices on new & used pianos. Not sure if your kids will stick with les- sons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4395 sell for $1395. 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. SCOOTER, 4 WHEEL Fortress 2,000 in excellent condition. Ask- ing $1500, call 905-574-4704. VENDORS WANTED at Courtice Flea Market. Rent starts at $185/mo for 10'x10' booth. Approx 250,000 people/year. Located 2 minutes off 401 between Oshawa & Bowmanville Call 905-436-1024 www.courtice- fleamarket.com WASHER, DRYER,fridge, stove, freezer - like new. $l,000 for all. Telephone (905)436-0983. FAST & FURIOUS - Northumber- land Motorsports Show 2008. Vendor space available for March 29 to 30. Cars, Boats, ATV's. If it races, this is the show for you. Call Kerry @ 905-373-7355 ext 234 or email: kmcgovern@ northumberlandnews.com AA-AJAX FIREWOOD - The best quality wood, seasoned cut, split, delivered. Call 905-424-1735. HARDWOOD FOR SALE, free delivery, 12X16 inch firewood. $75/face cord. 416-716-4332, 905-449-2100. MILLS LANDSCAPING & FIRE- WOOD 12" or 16" face cords or bush cords. Picked up or deliv- ered. Call (905)432-0259 or (905)986-1977 BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN retriever puppies. Experienced breeder since 1967. First shots, de- wormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guar- antee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303 Border Collie Puppies 1st Needle, dewormed Vet checked 7 weeks old Only 4 remaining $350 905-983-6281 BOXER PUPPIES, ready to go February 8, 2008. $800 3 brindle/ 5 fawn available. Contact: 705- 799-1660 CHIHUAHUA (MALE) short- haired, 14 weeks old. First shots, trained & friendly. Available to a good home, $675 neg. Call (905)432-9088 CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS, available now. CKC registered, vet checked, tattooed, dewormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. www.ardbraekennels.com DACHSHUNDS PUPPIES, miniature, long haired, brindles and reds. View at desrokennel.com or 905-797- 2119. DOG RESCUE GROUP has me- dium to small dogs for adoption. Ajax Pet Care. (905)428-8160. GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies. Solid black, CKC Registered, par- ents on site, first shots, vet checked, paper trained. Ready mid-February. Great bloodlines $1500. 905-432-3442, 905-926- 0271 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS, Registered C.K.C., dewormed, papers, first shots, tattooed, 3 males left. References available $975 each. (905)987-1677 GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPY, home raised, vet checked, first shots and dewormed, one male left, awesome temperament, both parents here. Please call 905- 352-2753. GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES, beautiful wavy cream 1st Gen- erations, low shed and gorgeous Parti and black 2nd generations total non shed ready February. (705)437-2790. Website: www.doodletreasures.com POODLES, Toy male puppies. Black & brown. House raised. First needles, dewormed, vet checked. 705-786-7701. REGISTERED GERMAN Shep- pard Puppies, great tempera- ment, family raised, reasonable. (905)986-0425. TRADITIONAL DOG TRAINING CLASSES. No clickers, no treats, just great results. 905- 797-2855. 1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER Green, 2 door, 5-speed manual transmission, 191,000Km. Excel- lent condition, No rust. $2500 O.B.O. 905-239-1884 1999 FORD Windstar, loaded 130kms $2950. 2000 Chev Ven- ture, excellent condition, loaded, 140kms, $2950. 905-718-1111. 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM $3999, 2001 Hyundai Sonata $3999, 2000 Acura Integra $6699, 1995 F-150 only 126K $3999, 1996 F-250 extended cab 4x4 with roof racks $4499. 10 ve- hicles under $2000, certified, e- tested. Free 6 month warranty (Kelly & Sons since 1976) 905- 683-1983 or 905-424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1- 866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca WOW! LOOK what $7,000 will get you - 2004 Sunfire SLX, all options except cruise, tinted win- dows, rear spoiler, all new tires and brakes. Certified and E-test- ed. Price reduce, asking only $7,000. Compare and call 705- 760-4487 or 905-377-0361. WOW! CARS FOR UNDER $2,000 Certified. 1998 Ford Toris, 4-door, auto, loaded. 1996 Mazda 626, 4-door, loaded. 1996 Grand AM, 4-door, auto, loaded. All cars excellent running condition. (905)718-1111. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 ! 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). $$$$$ 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. !!!! KEEPING DURHAM CLEAN. Cash for junkers. Quality auto repairs, boosts, unlocks, tows etc. Call (289)688-0592 or (905)922- 8318. 24 Hour Service. $ $150+ 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. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1991 CHEVY S-10 Blazer 4 x 4, (905) 668-0551 1996 FORD AEROSTAR,auto, 6-cyl. 7-passenger. White, tinted windows. 250,000km. Looks good, runs great. AM/FM/Cass, a/c works. Certified/e-tested. $1900. Mike - 905-626-0542. 2005 GMC Jimmy,ZR2 Like new loaded. power everything. black int/exterior.autotrac 4wd.towing pkg.warranty. never off road. $14,900 or b/o. 905-410-0532 day 905-434-1679 evenings. DODGE Grand Caravan Sport - 95, 000 km. $10, 500. Fully load- ed, mint condition. 905-668-2104 2005 YAMAHA TTR 125,low hours, great condition, runs great! $2300. Call 905-697-8850 Busty Blonde Green-eyed beauty Call SHAYNA Discreet & Independent 8a.m -6 p.m. 905-441-1661 BLONDE BEAUTY Hour Glass Figure Pretty & Sexy 905-550-0428 7 am - 7 pm ERICA Busty, Blue-Eyed Brunette Escape & relax with me Hours: 8am-7pm 905-242-0498 FANTASY ESCORTS Extremely Beautiful, Slim, fun, open -minded young ladies available Also older Busty Cougars! Blonds, Brunettes, Red Heads 18-47, any shape you desire In/Out Calls Selectively hiring 18+ (289)404-4767 AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com SELLING YOUR CAR OR TRUCK? Showcase it across Durham Region. Call Classifieds Ajax at 683-0707 or fax 579-4218 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 # V9677, V9241, P9599, V9338, V9672, P9436, P9623, V9674 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. No charge navigation applies only to vegicles in this ad. Limit one per customer. Valid until February 14th only. NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST.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 Chrysler Employees & Affi liated Employees & Suppliers discounts. BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? CALL MIKE / ASHLEY 1-888-565-0555 FOR INSTACREDIT Call Harry 1-800-980-1237 ALL CHRYSLER EMPLOYEES INCLUDING FORMER & RETIRED QUALIFY FOR SPECIAL PRICING!ALL CHRYSLER EMPLOYEES INCLUDING FORMER & RETIRED QUALIFY FOR SPECIAL PRICING! 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 (AT MONARCH AVE.) • PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC. BACKED WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • QUALITY RECONDITIONING • NATIONWIDE SERVICE WE MOVED! WE WANT YOUR TRADE! NO CHARGE NAVIGATION INCLUDED WITH EVERY PURCHASE 2005 DODGE CARAVAN NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION!$10,985 $99 bi-wk/72 Stk#V9671 LOADED, LOW KMS. WE MOVED! $135 bi-wk/84 $16,985 2007 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Stk#V9672 STO’N’GO, LOW KMS. NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $118 bi-wk/84 $14,985 2007 DODGE CALIBER SXT AUTO, LOW KMS., BAL. OF FACTORY WARRANTY Stk#V9673 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $104 bi-wk/60 $9,985 2004 DODGE CARAVAN Stk#V9690 LOADED, DVD NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $154 bi-wk/84 $19,985 2007 JEEP PARIOT 4X4 NORTH PACKAGE, RIMS, LOW KMS. Stk#P9623 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $198 bi-wk/84 $25,765 2007 CHRYSLER 300C Stk#P9394 SUNROOF, HEMI, MDS, LEATHER WE MOVED! NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! $207 bi-wk/72 $23,985 AUTO, ONLY 20,000 KMS. 2006 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE ROADSTER Stk#9519 WE MOVED! NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! $130 bi-wk/60 $12,765 2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT Stk#V9691 LEATHER, LOADED, DVD NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $104 bi-wk/60 $9,985 2003 NISSAN ALTIMA Stk#V9323A LOADED, LOW KMS. NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $185 bi-wk/84 $23,985 2007 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB 1500 4X4 LOADED, 20” WHEELS Stk#9523 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $169 bi-wk/84 $21,985 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA AWD LEATHER, LOADED, LUXURY Stk#9901 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! 2005 CHRYSLER 300C Stk#V9692 SUNROOF, HEMI, ONLY 36,000 KMS. $174 bi-wk/84 $19,985NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $112 bi-wk/60 $10,765 2003 HONDA CIVIC AUTO, AIR, LOADED Stk#P9438A WE MOVED! NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! $151 bi-wk/84 $19,985 2007 JEEP LIBERTY LTD 4X4 LOADED, LOW KMS. Stk#P9625 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $249 bi-wk/96 $35,985 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE LTD ONLY 7,000 KMS., HARD TOP, LEATHER Stk#9654 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $168 bi-wk/84 $18,985 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING Stk#9565 6 PASSENGER, LOW KMS, 4.0L, V6 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $116 bi-wk/84 $14,985 2007 DODGE CHARGER Stk#V9338 LOADED, PWR GRP, LOW KMS. NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! 2007 CHRYSLER 300 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION!$17,765 $141 bi-wk/84 Stk#P9695 RIMS, SUN- ROOF, LOADED WE MOVED! $19,985 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE LTD LEATHER, 3.2L, V6, 215HP Stk#V9319 $174 bi-wk/72WE MOVED! NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! $111 bi-wk/48 $8,750 LOADED, LEATHER, LUXURY 2002 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS Stk#V8489 NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! VILLAGE CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP CASH DOWNPRICED TO SELL QUICK!! $$00 OVER 150 USED VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM!OVER 150 USED VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM! $24,985 2006 JEEP COMMANDER 4X4 $192 bi-wk/84 ONLY 15,000 KMS. Stk#P8963A NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! WE MOVED! $188 bi-wk/96 $25,985 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Stk#V9702 ONLY 1,000 KMS., STO’N’GO WE MOVED! NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! $74 bi-wk/72 $7,985 2005 SUZUKI AERIO LOADED, AUTO, AIR Stk#C8208A WE MOVED! NAVIGATION!NAVIGATION! durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 13, 2008