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The Pickering Driven by patriotism Sergeant leads each repatriation ceremony NEWS/2 More staff needed Second part of our nursing home series NEWS/7 Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 52 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 51,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2008 By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A dead crow found in Ux- bridge has tested positive for West Nile virus. Since beginning its West Nile surveillance activities in May, the Region has sent 27 dead birds for testing. This is the first posi- tive test in Durham Region this season. “It was reported by a resident as are many of our dead birds and it was picked up by one of our employees,” said Laura Free- land, manager of environmental health for Durham’s health department. The dead bird was picked up on July 24 and sent for testing to the Canadian Coop- erative Wildlife Centre in Guelph on July 28. “So that means it possibly could be in the mosquito populations as the mosquitoes transmit the virus to humans,” said Ms. Free- land. “We remind people to take personal protective measures against mosquito bites.” There’s been no positive tests among mos- quitoes trapped by the Region. The health department will conduct further tests in the area where the bird was found. Ms. Freeland, who oversees the Durham’s West Nile virus program, said the Region won’t give out the bird’s exact location since NOW BOARDING Photo by Michael Jurysta PICKERING — J.J. Rogers rides his board during a skateboard competition held at the Diana Princess of Wales Park recently. Durham records first West Nile case this summer Precautions Take extra precautions from dusk to dawn when mosquitoes are most active. 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The safety division officer in the Whitby detachment drives the car at the head of the procession travelling along Hwy. 401 for the repatriation of fallen soldiers. Sgt. Carrigan is due to retire at the end of the month with 30 years of service under his belt. As leader of all but one of the 88 processions -- he missed one while on vacation -- that have taken place since Canada’s mission in Afghani- stan began in 2002, the Oshawa resident takes pride in what he does. “It’s important to recognize these young people and show that we hold them high,” he said. “It’s a great tribute to them and espe- cially to their families who are overwhelmed by the unity, pa- triotism and sup- port shown by the public.” On its way to the coroner’s of- fice in Toronto, the motorcade’s journey begins at Canadian Forces Base Trenton, where the repa- triation ceremony starts. It travels along the freeway, renamed Highway of Heroes, passing through cities and towns with onlookers with flags and signs waiting on overpasses. There are usually about 10 vehicles, in- cluding the OPP cruisers, military police cars, the hearse, limousines for the victim’s family members and spare cars for emergencies. Sgt. Carrigan co-ordinates the OPP’s traffic safety during the processions, taking meticu- lous steps to ensure the highway is clear and communities are aware the procession is on the way. There are numerous organizers and co-ordi- nators responsible for delivering a successful repatriation, and all of them take their as- signed duties seriously, said Major Kerry St. George, area casualty administrative officer in Toronto. “It’s a team and Harry’s the guy at the front,” he said. “ . . . The police services play a crucial role in ensuring the return of the fallen comrade goes as smoothly as possible with little strain and impact on the family members.” The repatriation process has developed from a low-key procedure in the past, with only emergency services participating, to a national event with Legion members, veterans’ associa- tions and people from all walks of life showing their support. With about 3,000 Canadian soldiers serv- ing in Afghanistan, public involvement in re- patriation ceremonies is continuing to grow, particularly with the increase in casualties since 2006. Of the 88 Canadian soldiers whose remains have been returned in the past six years, more than 70 of them have been in the last two years. “As people at home see more young soldiers dying, there’s been more of a desire to share the experience of grieving with other Canadi- ans,” Maj. St. George said. “The repatriation process allows the public to put a human face on the casualties and per- sonalize the conflict going on overseas.” From all the bridges stretching from Trenton to Toronto, Sgt. Carrigan estimated he sees about 10,000 people on each drive, from a va- riety of ages and ethnic backgrounds, paying their respects. During one repatriation, he remembered seeing a young man standing alone at the cen- tre of the median -- separate from the crowd on the overpass -- saluting the cars as they went by. “At that point I realized we’ve reached every- one that we can,” he said. “When people hear the sirens and the horns going off, everyone knows what’s going on.” Sgt. Carrigan spent years in the Armed Forc- es and has a long family history in the military, dating back to the First World War. Leading the processions has given him many fond memo- ries and has been the highlight of his career, the OPP officer said. While escorting the bodies of six soldiers during one repatriation, Sgt. Carrigan recalled seeing masses of crowds overflowing off the bridges and spilling onto the highway. “Seeing everyone there holding their hands over their hearts is really emotional for me,” he said. “They don’t know exactly when we’re com- ing but they wait there for us with the flags draped over the side of the bridge. In the cold, bitter weather, they’re still there.” Allan Cole, from Contracted Mortuary Affairs for the Canadian Armed Forces, has worked with Sgt. Carrigan for every repatriation cer- emony and said Sgt. Carrigan’s presence on the force, and as part of the repatriations, will be missed. “He is a dedicated, patriotic Canadian who feels very strongly about properly escorting these remains,” he said. “The groundwork he’s laid through his tre- mendous leadership has served as a great model for appropriately recognizing the su- preme sacrifices made by the men and women in our Armed Forces.” Sgt. Carrigan has trained another officer to take over his position but said retiring from the force and his role as procession leader won’t stop him from attending future ceremonies. “Oh, I’ll be there,” he said. “I’ll be on the bridge at every one of them, waving my flag.” OPP officer d riven by patriotism Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo OPP Sgt. Harry Carrigan leads the way during the recent repatriation ceremony for Cpl. James Hay- ward Arnal. Sgt. Harry Carrigan I EPUMPPR C WATCHPR C WATCH online this week • Follow Brad Kelly and Ron Pietroniro as they cover the Beijing Olympics • Athlete profiles / Videos / Photos / Blogs and more Our readers help you stay on top of gas prices Join us all summer long in our on- line feature -- Pump Price Watch. With your help, we’ll be posting gas prices from across Durham Region all day, every day on our website, newsdurhamregion.com. 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From 2002 to 2005, the doctor from Lakeridge Health Oshawa and Rouge Valley Ajax was part of a health care team that travelled to remote parts of Guyana to do humanitarian medical work. While there, they decided it would be interesting to test Amer-Indian vil- lagers living just outside the rainforest, to see if they showed any signs of resis- tance to a family of antibiotics called quinolones -- especially because they had never been given any. “We always look at places that use a lot of antibiotics, and find resis- tance,” Dr. Silverman said. “I thought, why not look at a place where they have no antibiotics? It seemed like a unique population to look at.” The results left the team stunned. More than 500 villagers were tested for resistance to ciprofloxacin, one of the world’s most commonly used anti- biotics in the quinolone family. Researchers found a resistance rate of 4.8 per cent, compared with a 2003 study that said the rate in American in- tensive care units -- where quinolones are widely used -- was four per cent. “They are some of the highest rates of resistance to quinolones in the world, yet they don’t have antibiotics there,” Dr. Silverman said. The team quickly put two and two together, realizing the villagers had been taking large amounts of malaria tablets containing chloroquine, which has a chemical make-up similar to qui- nolones. They theorized that the malaria tab- lets were responsible for creating the antibiotic resistance, and the results of the study were published in July in PLoS ONE, a prestigious medical journal. The story was also featured by media around the world, including Reuters and the BBC in Britain. Dr. Silverman said the research is important because it suggests that treating people in the developing world with chloroquine, might boost their resistance to antibiotics, making it harder to treat deadly diseases like tuberculosis, typhoid fever, cholera and dysentery. “This shows that we have to find another way to control malaria,” Dr. Silverman said. “We have to give out nets and find a vaccine, instead of rely- ing on the tablets.” He said the study has implications for people outside the developing world too, saying antibiotic resistant bacteria can be transmitted around the world, and that fluoroquinolones are among the most commonly used antibiotics in North America. “This has big public health implica- tions, because we’re all related,” he said. What is malaria? Malaria is a disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Once inside the human body, the parasites multiply in the liver, then infect red blood cells. If left untreated, malaria can become life-threatening by disrupting the blood supply to vital organs. Symptoms usually appear 10 to 15 days after a bite and include fever, headache and vomiting. Durham doctor recognized for groundbreaking malaria research This trio of doctors, from left, Dr. Ian Davis, Dr. Roy Rowsell and Dr. Michael Silverman, all with Lakeridge Health Os- hawa, have done some groundbreaking research on malaria. the effect of a positive test is region- wide. “Once we find one, it means West Nile virus is present in the bird popula- tion of Durham Region.” Durham’s first positive bird in 2007 was reported on Aug. 17. The health department submits dead crows, blue jays and raptorial birds such as eagles, hawks and owls. Residents are encour- aged to continue to report dead-bird sightings online at www.region.dur- ham.on.ca or by calling the environ- mental help line at 905-723-3818 or 1-888-777-9613, ext. 2188. 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The sirens are part of a pub- lic alerting system required by the Province within three kilo- metres of each of Durham’s two plants. During testing, the sirens will be sounded for five seconds at a time with each one tested individually. There are 14 sirens in Clar- ington and four in Pickering and residents are not required to take any action when hearing the sirens during the planned testing. When the system is fully op- erational, they’ll be used to alert the public in the event of a nuclear emergency or other large-scale emergency. The new system is being implemented by the Region of Durham in co-operation with the City of Pickering, the Mu- nicipality of Clarington, and Ontario Power Generation. Siren testing in Pickering and ClaringtonDurham will continue testing until the fall ✦ Durham from page 1 THE COMFORT I WANT www.chartwellreit.ca1801 Valley Farm Rd. Pickering, ON Call 905-420-3369 THE RETIREMENT OPTION OF CHOICE “I am truly comfortable here. Every time I walk through the front door, I feel like I’m coming home.” THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT! Get your dancing shoes on EVERY Thursday night and join us for complimentary live entertainment! Come enjoy an evening on us! The show starts at 7:30pm.There will be door prizes,tours available and refreshments provided! THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com Province will look at legislation this fall By Jennifer Stone jstone@durhamregion.com DURHAM — After introducing re- lated legislation five times only to see it fail for an array of reasons, Durham MPP John O’Toole said he’s pleased to see the Province moving forward on laws to govern drivers’ use of elec- tronic devices. There is good reason to move for- ward with such legislation, Mr. O’Toole said. “Driver distraction is not just cell- phones -- it’s technology, GPS, custom radio, the list goes on,” he said. The provincial government is poised to move forward this fall with legis- lation aimed at curbing drivers’ pre- occupation with “electronic devices,” Transportation Minister Jim Bradley said recently. It is interesting to see the premier change his tune, Mr. O’Toole, his par- ty’s transportation critic, said. “He’s certainly an opportunist,” said Mr. O’Toole of the premier. “A few months ago, when I introduced it for the fifth time, (Premier Dalton McGuinty) said no, no, there are lots of rules already.” But, the Province is finally doing the right thing, said Mr. O’Toole, noting, “good policy is good politics.” Since starting to champion the cell- phone and driving cause several years ago, Mr. O’Toole said he’s done a great deal of research, allowing him to “up- date and modify” what he’s introduced each time he brought forward a private member’s bill on the matter. As a result, he has lots of information collected. “I’d be happy to work with (the Lib- eral government), and provide any information that might be helpful to them,” Mr. O’Toole said. That the proposal isn’t terribly pop- ular with many drivers is neither here nor there, he noted. “There was a lot of resistance to seat- belts originally, too,” Mr. O’Toole said. -- With files from Torstar Network Durham MPP likens current cellphone bill to seatbelt laws See our editorial page 6 Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com We think... e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS A DVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser 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 Babin - 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 Region should consider plasma gasification To the editor: For the last few years there has been an ongoing debate regarding the meth- od of disposing of residual municipal waste after recycling as much as is either economically or environmentally pos- sible. On April 18, 2006, an evaluation of “alternatives to,” and identification of the Preferred Residual Processing Sys- tem for residual waste was published. Since then there have been numerous public meetings held in various loca- tions in both Durham and York regions. I have attended six of those meetings. At each meeting, it was evident the presentations explained the method of incineration only. I would ask: Why are you looking at yesterday’s method of handling residual waste? The answer I received gave no indication that newer and more advantageous methods were available. Let’s compare the old method (incin- eration) with a newer more efficient method (plasma gasification). 1. Plasma gasification’s construction time is 18 months versus 36-60 months for incineration. 2. A plasma operation’s cost is $85- $110 million while the local incinera- tor’s planned cost is $198 million. 3. Plasma can deal with 400 tonnes of waste per day or 146,000 tonnes per year. The incinerator is scheduled to receive 150,000 tonnes per year but could receive more. 4. Electric energy produced is two megawatts per tonne, enough for 20,000 homes through plasma gasification; with the incinerator it’s one/half mega- watt per tonne. Plasma gasification also can produce hydrogen and methanol, does not gen- erate bottom or fly ash and under its emission standards, does not generate dioxins or furans. Incineration does not produce hydrogen or methanol, there is a need to dispose of bottom and fly ash, and emissions are a problem. Durham and York regions should con- sider the plasma gasification process as an alternative to incineration. Carroll Nichols Port Hope GM buyouts just too generous To the editor: There are a few things that make me write to a paper and one is blatant unfairness. From what I read about the latest GM scheme to save money, they are offering ridiculous amounts of money to entice workers to leave. Up to $130,000 for 30 years work in addition to $35,000 towards a new car may seem reasonable for that amount of time, but is it? I also understand that production workers with less than three years seniority will get $37,500 and skilled trades workers $45,000. No wonder GM is on the ropes. Let’s put this in perspective shall we: I was laid off from my company (the Canadian call centre was moved off- shore) after nearly 13 years and what was my reward -- $25,000 -- that’s it! At that time I was working for a major international leader in the technology world, so it wasn’t some “mom and pop” hole-in-the-wall affair. I am all for unions protecting their members, but sometimes it’s just too much greed. I certainly “feel” for anyone losing their jobs and can see that a reasonable amount of compensation is needed when being asked to leave, but come on guys! Laurence Cutner Courtice Taser use a concern To the editor: There is something about Tasers that I do not understand. The police and oth- ers say they are safe to use, but why are so many people being killed or hurt by them? Apparently they have been tested and we have seen these tests being per- formed on several different people. All of those people were sober and physically fit. How can we know they work the same on the people they are intended to subdue? These people are either drunk, on drugs or mentally ill. Are we supposed to assume that these same people will not have a reaction to these Tasers? I do not think so. Ron Horner Oshawa 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 A DVERTISER ◆ August 6, 2008A/P Province makes right call on driving distractions F inally, after years of consultation and consideration, the Province is about to institute a ban on using hand-held electronic devices while driving. Such legislation to prevent driver inatten- tion while on the road will come forward when the legislature resumes sitting this fall, according to Transport Minister Jim Bradley. What might the ban include? Certainly cellphones would be at the top of the list, but other items could include BlackBerry, IPods, and portable DVD players, or even GPS systems. It can’t be denied that it’s hard to pay attention to what’s in front of you when your eyes are fixed on whiz-bang technol- ogy on your dashboard. Some people even try to text message while driving. That’s not to say there are no other dis- tractions that should be prohibited. Some people routinely read a book, eat a sand- wich and drink a coffee while manoeuvring on the highway, or apply makeup or shave using their rear-view mirror when they should be concentrating on the road. Sergeant Cam Woolley of the OPP once reported a motorist was using a deep fryer in his front seat while driving. Some human behaviour may be impos- sible to regulate, but the Province is at least taking an important step in trying to pre- vent increasingly distracted people from doing what they should be doing while behind the wheel: paying attention. Such a long-awaited bill comes as wel- come news to Durham MPP John O’Toole. The Progressive Conservative member has been a champion of putting a ban on hand- held portable electronic devices while driving. He has introduced several private member’s bills that have died before they could pass third reading. He deserves plenty of credit for raising awareness about the issue and working hard to make sure it’s in the public eye and in the spotlight for various provincial trans- port ministers. The nut and bolts of the legislation will become more clear down the road. Until then it’s heartening to see the Prov- ince is taking the issue seriously and will take action to help prevent needless traffic deaths caused by inattention. This Week How closely will you follow the Olympics? • Watch as much as I possibly can • Will keep an eye on what’s going on • Watch only if something huge happens • Can’t be bothered Last Week Are you concerned about the level of care our seniors receive in Durham Region nursing homes? Yes: 86% No: 14% Votes: 161 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Province plans to add more than 4,000 additional workers to nursing homes by 2011 By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The Province needs to act now to increase staffing hours at nursing homes, say Durham Region officials. With care needs for residents becoming heavier and heavier, Judy Heffern, direc- tor of long-term care and seniors services for Durham, said the current funding lev- els don’t buy enough staff time. “We struggle with that and we’re very fortunate the Region supports us in giv- ing us extra staffing hours, but like other homes, we’re not as well-staffed as other provinces are,” she said. In fact, Ontario is second-last among Canadian provinces when it comes to staffing hours per day for nursing home residents. At the Region’s four nursing homes, municipal dollars from property taxpayers cover 35 per cent of the cost of staffing, topping up the funds the homes receives from the Province. But, even with that, residents receive an average of 2.89 paid hours of resident care per day, slightly above the provincial average of 2.85. Ms. Heffern said provincial funding does not buy as many staff hours as the ministry may expect it to. “Salaries vary depending on collective agreements, depending on where you live,” she said. Spending extra time with residents, such as enjoying a cup of coffee with them, is next to impossible. “They’re all so busy doing basic care ... people are always busy running,” said Ms. Heffern. “That extra care adds so much to the quality of life.” Meanwhile, a spokesman for the Prov- ince said the government is working on adding staff and wants to see an average of 3.26 hours of care per day by 2011 and has increasing the hours by nine per cent since 2004. “That’d be an additional 14 per cent increase over what it is right now,” said Mark Nesbitt, spokesman for the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. However, the government is not looking at setting standard care hours for each pa- tient, said Mr. Nesbitt, but rather looking to boost the daily average. The Province is aiming for 2,000 new nurses and 2.500 personal support work- ers to Ontario’s nursing homes by 2011. This is in addition to 1,200 new regis- tered practical nurses (RPN) announced in 2007. “We’re insisting each home have a new hire RPN,” said Mr. Nesbitt. But, with the average resident in Dur- ham’s nursing homes aged 84 and requir- ing more specialized care than ever, Ms. Heffern said the need for increased fund- ing and staffing is there now. “I don’t believe that should be over a four-year period. That should be expe- dited, the need is there ... four years from now, who knows what the need will be.” Last week, Ontario’s ombudsman, Andre Marin, committed to reviewing the Province’s nursing home inspections. Mr. Marin’s office has received more than 100 complaints about long-term care facili- ties since spring. However, Mr. Marin did not commit to reviewing whether nursing homes need more staffing hours. “By investigating whether or not the Province’s monitoring is adequate and recommending ways to fix any problems we find, we would hope to improve the quality of care,” said Patricia Tomasi, a spokeswoman for the ombudsman’s of- fice. Mr. Marin invited the public to come forward with their experiences with long- term care and the Province’s monitoring system by calling 1-800-263-1830 or visit- ing www.ombudsman.on.ca. A two-part series on nursing home inspection records PASSING MUSTER Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos Above, Fairview Lodge Physiotherapist Shirley Illingworth works with Audrey Straiton as she cycles away part of her afternoon. Fairview Lodge is one of eight local nursing homes that received a clean Provincial inspection record. Below, lodge Physiotherapist Assistants Helena Zielinski and Angie Van Beek give resident Jim Little a helping hand during a therapy session. 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Opportunities include the following: Kindergym Instructor - Weekdays and Weekends $21.90/hour Must have previous experience coaching gymnastics to children. A Coaching Level I certifi cate is required. Dance Instructor – Evenings $20.06/hour Must have BATD certifi cation and previous experience teaching ballet, jazz and hip hop. Water Colour Art Instructor – Tuesday evenings $19.56/hour Aquafi t Instructor – Evenings $25.00/hour A current CALA or WaterART Instructor certifi cation is required. Photography Instructor – Wednesday evenings $19.56/hour Qualifi ed applicants for any of the above mentioned positions will possess over six months’ relevant teaching experience and be able to demonstrate strong communication, leadership and customer service skills. All positions require current Standard First Aid (date of issue within 2 years) and Basic Rescuer CPR-C (date of issue within one year) certifi cates. A satisfactory vulnerable sector screening is also a condition of employment. You may submit a detailed resume and cover letter on or before Friday, August 8, 2008. by mail: Soula Voskopoulos Coordinator, Employment Services Human Resources Division One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 by fax: 905.420.4638 by email: hr@city.pickering.on.ca An Equal Opportunity Employer cityofpickering.com www.picnet.org Events @ your library™ TD Summer Reading Club 2008 Laugh Out Loud @ your library™ Keep your children busy and learning this summer. Visit your local Library branch for weekly rewards, activities and events throughout the summer. Registration ends August 23rd. Imagine! Create! Children will work individually and with peers during this 2-day workshop to brainstorm, write, edit and illustrate a piece of fi ction that they can share with family and friends. This workshop is meant to be fun and to encourage children to continue to write after the workshop. Held at Pickering Museum Village, August 16 & 23, 2008 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. $40 per child. Registration required, call 905.683.8401 for registration information. Waterfront Concert Series2008 AT MILLENNIUM SQUARE PARK Aug. 7 The Genuines Contemporary classics & originals Aug. 14 The Brian Rose Little Big Band A 10-piece band playing popular tunes from the 30’s & 40’s all the way to the hits of today Join us at the Esplanade Park Gazebo, behind City Hall for these free concerts. In the event of rain, concerts will be held in City Hall, Council Chambers. August 10 Cutting & Matthews - Gazebo Thursday evenings 7:00 pm INSTALL SMO KE ALARMS IT’S THE LAW A working smoke alarm can double your chances of escaping a fi re. That is why the Ontario Fire Code now requires that all homes in Ontario have working smoke alarms. Remember - installing and maintaining smoke alarms is not only a good idea - it’s the law. For more information, contact Pickering Fire Services at phone: 905.839.9968 or email: fi re@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website at cityofpickering.com IMPORTA N T INFORMATION REMOVAL OF OBSTR UCTIONS Please be advised the City of Pickering has enacted Boulevard Maintenance By-law 6831/08 and amended Traffi c By-law 6604/05. These new regulations make it mandatory for residents to remove obstructions from both the boulevard and the roadway. An obstruction may include a basketball net, a hockey net, a skateboard ramp, or any other such equipment. These types of items must be removed from the boulevard or roadway when not in use. Any obstruction left unattended on a boulevard or roadway may have a notice affi xed providing 24 hours to remove the item. Failure to comply with the notice will result in the obstruction being removed and impounded at a secure site for a period of 30 days. The obstruction may be reclaimed within the 30 days at a cost of $50.00. Should a resident fail to claim the obstruction within 30 days the City will take ownership of the item and make arrangements for its disposal. If there are any questions or concerns regarding these new regulations please contact Municipal Law Enforcement Services at 905.420.4611. SERVING OUR CITIZENS Building a pool this summer? A Pool Enclosure Permit may be required The City of Pickering Fence By-law No. 425/76 was passed by Council to regulate the requirements for residential fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures in the City of Pickering. For more information please visit our website at cityofpickering.com, by selecting Planning & Development Department, Application Forms, Pool Enclosure Package or contact the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department at 905.420.4617. For more information about Municipal Law Enforcement Services please check our website at cityofpickering.com or email us at bylaw@city.pickering.on.ca. Sundays at 2:00 pm, just bring your lawn chair! Rain or Shine Event Duringrain join us in TheWaterfrontBistro’s upstairs lounge. in partnership with Pickering Nuclear sponsoredby: THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 9 Pdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 House lawyer agrees federal rules broken By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Mark Holland has filed a complaint with the House of Commons Speaker about flyers sent out by the Conser- vative Party. And, Mr. Holland is backed by an opinion from Louis Mac Habee, a parliamentary counsel, who said the flyers may contravene rules governing government bylaws. Mr. Holland, the MP for Ajax-Pickering Riding, has asked Speaker Peter Milliken to refer the matter to the Board of Internal Economy, a House of Commons commit- tee made up of MPs from the federal par- ties. He’s hoping the BOIE would convene a hearing “in the next couple of weeks, the first half of August.” The flyers, distributed to some homes in Ajax-Pickering, were sent ‘compliments of Jacques Gourde,’ a Conservative MP from Quebec. MPs are allowed to send flyers, known as ‘10 per centers’, to 10 per cent of their rid- ing or any other riding in the country. Mr. Gourde is the MP for Lotbinière—Chutes- de-la-Chaudièr Riding, which is on the south side of the St. Lawrence River, oppo- site Quebec City. The flyer includes the lines ‘Where is Ajax- Pickering MP Mark Holland?’ and ‘Why vote for Mark, when Mark won’t vote for you?’ There is also a picture of Mr. Holland on a milk carton with the caption Have You Seen This Man? There’s also a mock ballot, with the names and faces of four of the five party leaders. Not included is Gilles Duceppe, the leader of the Bloc Quebecois. The flyer asks which leader the voter would choose and is to be returned to the office of the Conservative’s caucus offices. In his letter to the speaker, Mr. Holland said, “Over the last several weeks, con- stituents in my riding of Ajax-Pickering have received tenpercenters from Conservative MPs that in the opinion of the Office of the Law Clerk and Parliamen- tary Counsel contain electoral content. As campaign literature, these tenpercenters blatantly contravene rules governing House of Commons free printing and mailing privi- leges.” Mr. Mac Habee, in a letter to Karl Maretic, Mr. Holland’s assistant, said, “In our view, it is not appropriate for a tenpercenter to make direct or indirect allusions to elections, that is, to use House resources to prompt electors to vote in a certain way in a general election or a byelection.” Including the line Why vote for Mark... along with the ballot “takes this tenpercent- er outside parliamentary matters and makes it, in our view, a document with an electoral intent or objective. “Consequently, we are of the opinion that the content of this tenpercenter, considered as a whole, seems to contravene the bylaws of the Board of Internal Economy,” Mr. Mac Habee wrote. For a complaint to be upheld by the BOIE, the board would have to be unanimous in its decision, Mr. Maretic said. Mr. Holland said in an interview the issue has “sort of erupted into something national and there’s a call, overall, on how these are being used.” About $3 million a year is being spent on tenpercenters, with MPs “sending them out in unbelievable amounts” to attack MPs from other parties, Mr. Holland said. “That’s contrary to what tenpercenters are to do.” He’s asking that “taxpayers be reimbursed by the riding association (of the offending MP) or the Conservative Party.” Conservative MPs are sending out the fly- ers at a four-to-one rate over the other par- ties, Mr. Holland said. “They’re coming out of the Conservative’s research bureau.” British Columbia Conservative MP Jay Hill, who sits on the board, disputed Mr. Mac Habee’s interpretation. “We’ve never heard there’s a problem with this, I don’t believe there is a problem as far as (the pamphlet) being technically correct,” Mr. Hill said. “The Conservative party has become very proficient in the use of these types of com- munications and I think that’s what upsets people like Mr. Holland,” Mr. Hill said. -- with files from Torstar News Perdita going to Olympics...as a commentator Two-time world champ joins CBC for Beijing track and field coverage PICKERING — Competition may be out at the Beijing Olympics for two-time world champion Perdita Felicien, but the hurdler is going to China nonetheless. Felicien, 27, will join the CBC broadcast crew as a commentator for the two-week Games that are set to begin in Beijing on Aug. 8. The two-time Olympian will provide track and field analysis for the CBC. She’ll join former decathlete Michael Smith and former middle-distance run- ner Dave Moorcroft as commentators. She’ll begin her duties when track and field events begin on Aug. 15. Felicien was forced to abandon her at- tempt to qualify for the Canadian track and field team in Beijing earlier this month after a stress fracture to her left foot suffered during a training session in February was too slow to heal. She had previously competed for Cana- da at the 2000 Games in Sydney and at the 2004 Games in Athens. Holland files complaint over flyer Mark Holland Don’t Leave This School Year to Chance Picture your child in the care of a compassionate person who has passed the most rigorous screening and training standards set by Legislation. 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It’s absolutely FREE!!!It’s absolutely FREE!!! 2 CAN PLAY 9 HOLES FOR JUST $15$15 EACH 20%DISCOUNT ON POWER CART RENTALS Coupon valid until the end of Oct. 2008 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Ontario Provin- cial Police have stepped up their efforts to promote road safety with the introduction of a team dedicated to targeting aggres- sive motorists, drunk drivers and other highway hazards. The OPP’s Regional Directed Patrol (RDP) team, unveiled at a media event Friday morning in Whitby, will patrol roadways throughout southern Ontario with a mandate to address bad driving, Constable Dave Wood- ford said. Const. Woodford was on hand in Whitby as officers prepared to hit the road at the start of the Civic Holiday long weekend, a time during which highways are filled with holiday-seekers. Long weekends are traditionally a time when the OPP announce a stepped-up presence in hopes of calming what can be hectic traffic bound either for cottage country or the city. “Visibility is a big thing,” Const. Woodford said. “We know for a fact speed is the number one cause of peo- ple being killed on the highway, along with not wearing seatbelts and impaired driving,” he said. “And it’s working,” he said of enforcement and education ef- forts. “We’ve seen a 33 per cent re- duction (in fatalities) on OPP pa- trolled highways this year.” In addition to cruisers, the OPP will have planes over roadways keeping an eye out for aggressive drivers. Officers will be backed up by a new mobile command post in which cops can complete paper- work and administer roadside alcohol tests without having to return to their detachment office. And after the long weekend has come and gone the RDP will be on constant patrol, using in- telligence such as accident and infraction statistics to best use re- sources to target problem areas, Const. Woodford said. New OPP unit focuses on highway safety newsdurhamregion.com Watch a video at newsdurhamregion.com PICKERING — On July 11, a Pickering teenager’s dream came true when he completed his first solo flight. A member of the 856 Pickering Kinsmen, Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squad- ron for six years, Francis Vicioso has risen to the rank of Warrant Officer First Class. He’s also mastered, among others, theory of flight, navigation, me- teorology and airmanship and was accepted into a very sought-after specialty training course this sum- mer. Of more than 400 appli- cants from across Canada, the 18-year-old was one of 80 accepted into the Air Cadet League of Canada power flying scholarship. In the seven-week course at the Waterloo-Wellington Flight Centre in Breslau, Ont., aside from studying the skills of flying, WO1 Vi- cioso accumulated about 45 to 50 hours of flying time to qualify for his Transport Canada Private Pilot’s Li- cence. And the program ended off with his first solo as pilot-in-command of an aircraft. The flying scholarship program has produced a number of well-known graduates, including the Canadian astronaut and retired Colonel Chris Had- field. “Cadets taught me how to fly,” he said in a press release. “I never knew how high it would take me.” The Royal Canadian Air Cadets, a community- based youth program fo- cusing on citizenship, lead- ership and physical fitness, welcomes people aged 12 to 18. The 856 Squadron ac- cepts recruits every Sep- tember and November. For more information visit www.856aircadets.com or call 905-837-0154 on Wednesday nights only. Pickering/Ajax 1895 Clements Rd. 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Pickering teen flies high THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com AJAX — Teenage girls can get a free lesson on self-pampering. The Youth Centre is hosting Spa Spectacu- lar, a free three-session workshop for Ajax and Pickering girls age 13 to 19, which allows them to relax and care for their mind, body and soul. Activities include homemade spa treatments and learning about relaxation and stress management. A healthy snack rounds off the self-pam- pering sessions. Spa Spectacular occurs Thursday Aug. 7, Aug. 14, and Aug. 21 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 at the Youth Centre in Ajax, 360 Bayly St. W. Preregistration is required and enrolment is limited. Call 905-428-1212. 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The Price. 1095 Kingston Rd., Pickering (at Dixie, between Whites & Liverpool) Tel: 905-420-1332 • www.partsource.ca PartSource is the home of great knowledgeable staff. Supplying all your automotive needs. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 2007Platinum CARUSO AUTO SALES & SERVICE General Repairs to all Makes & Models 1895 Clements Rd. W., Unit 177 Pickering, 905-686-3803 Honest and Reliable Service - Call Phil for details OIL CHANGES from Front or Rear Brakes (Parts and Labour)SPECIAL $19.95 $79.95from 44 Y e a r s o f E x perience in Auto B od y Repair1033 Toy Ave., Unit 8 Pickering 905.686.2066 info.smythautobody@bellnet.ca Family owned and operated in Pickering since 2003 • INSURANCE DEDUCTABLE DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE • ALL INSURANCE CLAIMS ACCEPTED • PAINTLESS DENT REPAIR FACILITY • COLLISION REPAIRS & PAINT SPECIALISTS Call Michael Briggs at 905-683-5110 ext. 238 or email mbriggs@durhamregion.com to advertise. Henry Desjardins Automotive Service has long been rec- ognized as the premiere provider of alignments, brake work and car care to the Ajax community for nearly 25 years. Desjardins services all makes and models of vehicles and offers air conditioning repairs, oil changes, alignments, ignition repair and much more. Desjardins is a consistent Desjardins is backed by 25 yearsʼ service experience winner of the Ajax News Advertiser Readers Choice Award for Brake Work, Oil/Lube Change and General Auto Repair and Muffl er Shop. The shop is pleased to announce that Henry Desjardins Jr is back in-house to serve up quality service to which loyal customers have grown accustomed. Desjardins is a family-owned and operated business that prides itself on integrity, professionalism and quality ser- vice. Discover the Desjardins difference at 9-377 Mackenzie Avenue in Ajax. Contact them for your next automotive re- pair at (905) 683-9040. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 Several clinics in Durham in August DURHAM — While the number of donors drops in the summer, the de- mand for blood either remains the same or rises. Between now and the Labour Day weekend, about 36,000 donors will have to roll up their sleeves in South- ern and Central Ontario. Each unit of blood can be used to save three lives. Dr. Jacob Pendergrast, a transfusion physician with the University Health Network, likened the need for blood is no different than other items used in a hospital. “The same way you couldn’t picture a hospital operating without enough scalpels, bandages or gurneys, we can- not function if we don’t have enough blood,” Dr. Pendergrast said in a press release. Canadian Blood Services is offering a number of clinics in Durham Region during August to collect blood: • Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 796 Eyer Dr., Pickering, Aug. 2, 3:30 to 8 p.m. • Pickering Recreation Complex, O’Brien Meeting Room, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., Aug. 5, 2 to 8 p.m. • McLean Community Centre, 95 Ma- gill Dr., Ajax, Aug. 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Whitby Royal Canadian Legion Hall 112, 117 Byron St. S., Aug. 4, 1 to 7 p.m. • St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, 903 Giffard St., Whitby, Aug. 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. • McKinney Centre, 222 McKinney Dr., Whitby, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. • St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, 194 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Aug. 7, 12:30 to 7 p.m. • Oshawa Centre, Centre Court, King Street and Stevenson Road, Aug. 9, noon to 3 p.m. • Oshawa and District Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St. N., Aug. 18, 2 to 8 p.m. • Five Points Mall, National Sports Court, Taunton and Ritson roads, Os- hawa, Aug. 30, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Uxbridge Seniors’ Centre, 75 Marietta St., Aug. 22, 1 to 7:30 p.m. • Scugog Community Centre, 1655 Reach St., Port Perry, Aug. 13, 1 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit www. bloodservices.ca. 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Danish 416-729-5991 TORONTO SICK KIDS HOSPITAL BENEFITS FROM BLIZZARDS IN AUGUST Dairy Queen® Canada celebrates 6th Annual Miracle Treat Day Durham - When is a forecast for blizzards good for Durham? That would be on Thursday, August 7, when the community comes together to raise funds for kids in need during the 6th Annual Canadian and 3rd Annual North American "DQ® Miracle Treat Day" to benefi t Children’s Miracle Network. During Miracle Treat Day, Dairy Queen® will donate proceeds from every Blizzard® sold to Toronto Sick Kids Hospital, a member of Children’s Miracle Network, a non-profi t organization dedicated to saving and improving the lives of children by raising funds for children’s hospitals. Dairy Queen has been a supporter of Children’s Miracle Network since 2002. "This is a great event to help children and families in our community," said Terry Smith. "We hope everyone joins us on August 7 to share smiles and enjoy Blizzards for a good cause." Last year on Miracle Treat Day, participating Dairy Queens throughout the United States and Canada raised more than $4 million, with all proceeds staying in local communities. Canada alone raised approximately CDN $1.6 million. Dairy Queen will serve up a variety of Blizzard Flavour Treats during Miracle Treat Day, including Oreo®, the featured Blizzard of the Month for August. The Oreo Blizzard debuted in 1985, the Blizzard’s inaugural year, and to this day remains the most popular flavour. The incredible popularity of the Blizzard brand led Dairy Queen to initiate the Blizzard Fan Club, which already has grown to more than 1.3 million members (log on to www.blizzardfanclub.com). For more information about Dairy Queen, visit www.dq.ca. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Nice ride PICKERING — The Oshawa Cruisers Car Club held a one-day car show at the Sobey’s at Brock Road. 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All of these elements I in- corporate into my art,” says Ms. Sweet. “There has to be a har- mony and balance in my art which provides a good composition in a painting.” Ms. Sweet has a diverse range of styles that she works in. She paints everything from impres- sionistic works inspired by artists like Monet and Renoir to Sumi-e paintings that use black ink. “This exhibition focuses on ab- straction, so it would be anywhere from semi abstract landscapes to totally non-representational ab- straction,” says Ms. Sweet. There will be 35 works of art on display at the exhibition. With her work, Ms. Sweet aims to have viewers of her paintings reflect on their relationship with their sur- roundings. “In one sentence Feng Shui is the study of our environment it is the art of understanding the en- ergies around us and how it can influence us in our everyday life,” says Ms. Sweet. For anyone interested in apply- ing the principles of Feng Shui in their lives, a good place to start is at Ms. Sweet’s website www.tao- pad.com. There you can also view and purchase more of Ms. Sweet’s artwork. The Chi Life and Energy show is taking place at the McLean Com- munity Centre, 95 Magill Dr., Ajax from Aug. 4 to Sept. 8. Ajax art exhibit draws from harmony and balance of Feng Shui Hot sounds heat up summer this week in Oshawa By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — When Becky Cho- quette took over the Oshawa Jazz and Blues Festival from its original producer, Kerri King, she knew she had a big show to fill. So she set to work to make this year’s festival the best ever, while putting her own stamp on it. “It feels good,” Choquette said just days before the festival was to start. “Ticket sales are up. We’re al- most sold out for the jazz cruise (on Lake Scugog on Aug. 4) and the Jazz Divas (Wednesday night.)” The festival kicked off with the cruise Aug. 4 and wraps up with the free, all-day Main Event at Memo- rial Park, Simcoe and John streets, Oshawa, on Aug. 9. Choquette, who managed last year’s festival, took over the event when King, who’d produced the show right from the start seven years ago, left for a position as tourism manager for Durham Region. “I’m really excited and I’m really pleased with how everything has come together.” Choquette worked with Jaymz Bee, of JAZZ.FM91, who took on the role of artistic consultant this year, and used his connections to bring in some top talent. That includes Canadian jazz vibraphone legend, Peter Appleyard, who just recently sold out Carnegie Hall in New York City. He’ll play the Main Event at 2:45 p.m. on Saturday. “That’s huge,” said Choquette. The Main Event will start with Kevin Clark and his New Orleans Marching Band, a small group of players who will parade from King and Simcoe streets to the park. “They are fantastic,” Choquette said. “We want to encourage people to march with them to the park. Get dressed up in your best Mardi Gras outfit and help get the party started.” The Main Event closer is The Shuffle Demons, a band of jazz saxophone players, drummer and bass player known for their hot sounds and ten- dencies to play among the audience. The group started as a street band in Toronto in 1984, then played clubs before touring the world. The Shuf- fle Demons take to the stage at 10 p.m. But there’s more than music to the festival. There’s a heavy emphasis on green, something started last year. For 2008, Choquette has managed to arrange to have a full comple- ment of recycling and composting bins, along with garbage cans, set up in several stations in Memorial Park for the Main Event. “There’s so much waste from events like this,” she said. “I’m anx- ious to see it up and running.” The festival opened with Mon- day’s jazz cruise on Lake Scugog, with performers Lyne Tremblay, Roger Clown and Tony Quarrington On Tuesday, it was the Some Like It Hot Latin Jazz Night, with salsa les- sons from Rhythm Dynamix Dance then a performance by Luis Mario Ochoa and Cimarron. On Wednes- day night, the Jazz Divas Showcase, one of the most popular events of the festival, will be held with per- formers Nancy Walker, June Garber, Amanda Martinez, Tara Davidson, host Heather Bambrick, Brandi Disterheft, Julie Michels, Shannon Butcher and Jasmine Jones. The festival continues with tick- eted events Aug. 7 and 8. On Aug. 7, it’s Swing Night at Parkwood Estate, 270 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, with Christopher Plock and the Swing Outlaws. On Aug. 8, it’s Harmonic Knights Blues Showcase at the Junc- tion, 104 King St. E., Oshawa, with Mark ‘bird’ Stafford, David Rotundo and Paul Reddick. Ticket information can be found at www.oshawajazzandbluesfesti- val.com. The main event starts at 11 a.m. with the marching band and ends with The Shuffle Demons. There’s also a side stage with local groups performing, including CATL, Soul Heart, The Blue Flamingos, Ilse Themen Band, Born Yesterday, Hokum Runners and children’s en- tertainers. Details on the festival can be found at www.oshawajazzand- bluesfestival.com. Annual Jazz Festival hits the right note in Durham Region Jason Liebregts /News Advertiser photo Heather Bambrick is one of six singers who will entertain jazz fans tonight, Wednesday, during the Jazz Divas Showcase as part of the Oshawa Jazz and Blues Festival held at Jubilee Pavilion. The Main Event Here’s the lineup for the free Aug. 9 show: 11 a.m. -- Kevin Clark, New Orleans Marching Band noon -- JAZZ.FM91 Kids Jazz Big Band featuring Stephanie Welton 1:15 p.m. -- Brian Rose Little Big Band featuring Dave Statham and Kather- ine Langdon 2:45 p.m. -- Peter Appleyard Quintet 4:15 p.m. -- Bill Durst 5:45 p.m. -- The Rolling Stones Project with Tim Ries 7:15 p.m. -- Sophia Perlman and The Vipers 8:30 p.m. -- DK Ibomeka featuring Jackie Richardson 10 p.m. -- The Shuffle Demons THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com Beijing 2008 gtaathletes.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 www.toronto.com/annandale Golf Tournaments & Dinner Pkgs. DAILY GREEN FEES $58.00 + tax & grat. including deluxe hot & cold buffet or new york sirloin dinner Weekday $41.00 tax incl. Weekend & Holidays $46.00 tax incl. TWILITE RATES 1/2 PRICE EVERY DAY $5 OFF REGULAR PRICE With this ad. Not valid with any tournaments or any other offer Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Steve Gill, former Pickering resident and director of Soccer Tech International, coaches his soccer school throughout Durham Region every summer. He re- cently became the new head coach of women’s soccer at Grand Canyon University, an NCAA Division II program in Phoenix, Arizona. Former Pickering resident new head coach of women’s soccer at Grand Canyon University By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Pickering’s Steve ‘Stevie’ Gill has scaled the heights of soccer at Grand Canyon Univer- sity. Since joining the Phoenix, Ari- zona university as a player in the Antelopes men’s soccer program in 1996, Gill has worked his way up through the ranks at the school that competes in Pacific West (PACWest) Conference. Last March, Gill was installed as the new head coach of women’s soccer at the school and will enter his first full season at the helm in the fall. It’s a title the former Canadian national team player (U19, U20) wears with pride. “It’s a big-time honour,” says Gill, 34, in Durham Region this month for his 15th summer of coaching his Soccer Tech Inter- national camps. “It’s a great op- portunity to be down there in the heart of Phoenix. It’s amazing to run your own program.” Gill played four seasons with Grand Canyon University between 1996 andGill won a NCAA Division II national championship in 1996. He served as an assistant coach with the Lady Antelopes women’s soccer program for six seasons from 2002 to 07. And, now, after the team fin- ished in the middle of the pack in the PACWest Conference last season, Gill expects the Lady An- telopes to be in the running for Gill thrilled to lead Lady Antelopes The Gill File • has a Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Canyon University, a Bachelor of Education from York University and a Master of Business Administration from Grand Canyon. He also teaches exercise science and physical education at GCU. • Gill also played with Canada’s U20 team in World Cup Qualifying and Pan-American Games international competition. He was a member of Canada’s U23 Olympic/Pan-Ameri- can Games Team. Gill holds a ‘B’ coaching licence from the Canadian Soccer Association. • Gill’s 1996 NCAA championship team remains the only Grand Can- yon athletics team to win a national title at the NCAA Division II level. • Gill was a second team Far West Region selection in 1999. That same season, he was also a second team California Collegiate Athletic Associ- ation choice. GCU won three CCAA championships during Gill’s days as an Antelope. He was a four-year captain at Grand Canyon. • In addition to coaching with Soc- cer Tech International, Gill also started ‘Athletes SAT Success’ which helps potential athletic schol- arship hopefuls navigate through the process of achieving a scholarship to the U.S. — source: Grand Canyon University athletic website ✦ See Gill, Page 18 Joseph to continue hoops career in Nevada PICKERING — The Pickering High School Trojans’ loss is the Findlay College Prep Pilots’ gain on the basketball court in the fall. Cory Joseph, of Pickering, a 6-foot, 3-inch guard who also played on the Canadian national junior men’s basketball team, has elected to join Findlay College Prep in Henderson, Nevada for the coming season. Last year, Joseph, who started in the Trojans’ backcourt alongside brother Devoe, who’ll be attending the University of Minnesota as a freshman, was instrumental in help- ing the Trojans achieve back-to-back Ontario Federation of School Ath- letic Associations (OFSAA) ‘AAAA’ basketball championships. Joseph will join a Pilots’ team that sent all five of its guards to NCAA Division 1 programs last year. Find- lay compiled a 32-1 record last season. Joseph is highly regard- ed in college recruitment circles. He’s currently rated as the No. 8 point guard prospect in the U.S. on the scout.com scouting service and is No. 17 rated by the rivals.com scout- ing website in their ratings of the class of 2010. On the ESPN.com website in its section on U.S. high school basket- ball, it ranks Joseph as a blue-chip NCAA prospect. “Owns one of the best pure jump shots of anyone in the class of 2010. Smooth as silk with the ball and rarely has any wasted effort. Cory has good size and is an excellent athlete. He handles very well against pressure and has the ability to play some point guard in a pinch. He is best suited, however, for the off- guard position because he can get off the three while being closely guarded and still make about 40 per cent of his attempts. Range is of no issue. Older brother Devoe is headed to Minnesota and Cory will be better. High-major lock that can be recommended to any program in the country,” said the ESPN.com post. He’s expected to play two sea- sons with the Pilots before hopefully moving on to play in an NCAA Divi- sion 1 program in the states. 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Gill received his shot at a head coaching position after former head coach Rich Oesterle stepped down, but admits it wasn’t a corona- tion. After going through the interview process that drew about 40 other hope- fuls, Gill was offered the head coaching job, which he readily embraced. Since being named as head coach, Gill has hit the ground running in finding new recruits who fit with what he’s trying to build at GCU. So far, he’s signed six players for the coming season. “It’s been wonderful, but it’s unbelievably hard work,” he says. “We’re trying to get as many top quality players as we can. We got a number of transfers from junior colleges that are nationally recognized and we also got one girl from Serbia on the team.” Gill says he’s prepared to unearth talented play- ers for his program anywhere, but admits he has a soft spot for Canadians because he’s familiar with most of them in the GTA. “I look everywhere, but especially Canadians because I know the players up here and there’s a wealth of talent. I’ve trained a number of the play- ers through the camps. The fact that I know them should make my job a little bit easier,” he says. The Lady Antelopes currently have two Canadians from the Toronto area that were signed in January by former coach Oesterle. GCU will get right into the season, starting next month with an exhibition tilt in Las Vegas. The conference and non-conference seasons run from late August until early November, and will include a 10-day stay in Hawaii where the Lady Antelopes will play four games against the Univer- sity of Hawaii at Hilo, Chaminade, Brigham Young University-Hawaii and Hawaii Pacific to finish the schedule. ✦ Gill from page 17 Gill ready to take the helm at Grand Canyon University Michael Jurysta photo Firing one at the net PICKERING — West Durham Patriots Colin Skyvington fires the ball at the net in Game 2 of their best-of-five junior ‘C’ lacrosse series in Pickering on Thursday. Upcoming 2 Day Air Brake (Z) Courses All Testing Completed at our Academy (No MTO Testing Req'd) Sat. Aug. 9 & Sun. Aug 10 (Oshawa Campus) Sat. Aug.. 16 & Sun. Aug. 17 (Pet. Campus) Thurs. 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Fax your re- sume with salary expecta- tions to 905-420-6833 or email nancy.lau- zon@recovercorp.com Career Training General Help DRYWALLER NEEDED,6 months experience for garages. Call Goldie 416- 803-4328 Career Training General Help GAS STATION Attendants wanted. Night shift. Picker- ing. Fax Resume to 905- 655-1467 Career Training Careers General Help Career Training Careers General Help Career Training Careers General Help Career Training Careers General Help General Help CUSTOMER SERVICE representative, part time position available. Private fitness club. Sales and customer service experi- ence preferred. Call (905)999-8696. DESIGNATED DRIVING Service required drivers 25+ for evenings, paid nightly. Must driver stan- dard transmissions. Clean abstract and pleasant per- sonality. Call for interview (905)571-1381 E.C.E. TEACHERS & as- sistants teachers required. Professionals with excel- lent time management, so- cial, & organizations skills required for "fast paced" centre. The candidates must host a solid knowl- edge of child development, curriculum planning and the day to day routines of child card. If you are "fun loving", energetic, creative a "self starter" and are dedicated to the teaching of young children by pro- viding an enriched, stimu- lating, safe, environment through high standards of quality care then we are looking for you! Experience in child care is an asset. An up to date C.P.R. & Frist Aid Certificate, a Criminal Reference Check and a current T.B.Test are required. Own Transporta- tion a must. Fax Resumes to: (905)649-2085. ESTHETICIANS WITH 2-3 years experience. Part or full-time required for wax- ing, manicure & pedicures in Pickering salon. Apply with resume to: Unit 1, 650 Kingston Rd. West, Pickering. FALCON IS hiring for the following positions: Tele- marketer, AZ long haul drivers and DZ driver (driv- ers must have minimum 1 year experience) Email: resumes@falconcsi.com Fax: 905-720-0080. GENERAL LABOURER required for glass shop. must have valid driver's li- cense and be able to lift heavy objects. Looking for full time help only, starting immediately. Please call 905 626-1000 between 8 and 5. GTA’S BEST water fea- ture contractor is looking for Full-time Landscape Labourer to join our team. Must be hard working, dedicated, physically fit. Training provided. Must be able to get to Ajax. Apply: pondmaster@gmail.com Or phone 905-427-6240 HANDYMAN/SUPERIN- TENDENT required imme- diately F/T live in with shared accommodations or live offsite. Competitive salary + benefits handy- man skill a MUST. Contact 416-736-2552 EXT. 215 HOMEWORKERS need- ed!! To Assemble Prod- ucts- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Com- puter Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experi- ence Needed! FREE infor- mation at www.Jobs-WorkAtHome.com Reference 2-107 JOB AT HOME.$487.68 Weekly. Assemble Prod- ucts, Mail or Computer Work. 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Previous Sales/Closing Experience, Basic Computer Skills and a Positive Attitude Are Assets. Also, high school students needed - NO selling involved - $9 per hour Please call now: SCARBOROUGH LOCATION 11 Grand Marshall Drive Morningside & 401 (TTC Accessible) 416-269-8333 WHITBY LOCATION 1450 Hopkins Street, Unit 204 Corner of Hopkins & Consumers (Transit Accessible) 905-665-8319 Here to help you on the Road to Financial Recovery IRVING A. BURTON LIMITED Trustee In Bankruptcy Personal & Corporate Services Including: - Debt Counselling - Consumer Proposals - Bankruptcies Call us Anytime, Including Evenings and Weekends FREE CONSULTATION Oshawa Whitby Ajax 905-438-0181 905-666-1367 905-427-6647 Serving the Durham Region for over 15 years YMCA LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT? Are you 16-30 years old and a resident of Durham Region? Are you unemployed, not attending school full-time and not collecting E.I. Benefits? YOUTH CAREERS will be conducting interviews for eligibility in Pickering for upcoming Life Skills workshops starting: Monday August 18, 2008 Don't miss this opportunity! • Paid 4-week job preparation. • Matching your interests and skills to employment opportunities. • Continued support in securing employment. For an appointment CALL: (905) 427-7670 ( Collect calls accepted ) Ask to speak with a Youth Careers staff member. LAWN CARE TECHNICIANS We Will Amaze You! Motivated People Needed Immediately to Join Our Winning Team! Scarborough Loca- tion (Morningside & 401) Applicants For This Outdoor Lawn Care Position Require Excel- lent Communication Skills, A Valid Driver’s License And Must Be At Least 19 Years Of Age. If You Have A Great Desire To Learn, And Can Work With Minimum Supervision, Give Us A Call! Weed Man Provides Full Training And A Chance To Grow With Our Company. www.weedmancanada.com TRUST THE PROFESSIONALS Call: 416-269-8333 11 Grand Marshall Dr., Scarborough ON Community builder is looking for RECREATION ASSISTANTS for a new community clubhouse in Newcastle. Candidates must have excellent public rela- tions skills with a strong professional pres- ence. They must demonstrate strong leader- ship, organizational and communication skills. They must be flexible and adaptable to any given situation and able to work week- ends, evenings and holidays. Degree or Diplo- ma through a University or College is an as- set or previous experience in the recreation industry. Qualified applicants can apply by email to admiralswalk@rogers.com or by fax to (905) 987-2191. The Cedar Brae Golf & Country Club is seeking SEASONAL,FULL TIME,FALL STAFF FOR GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE. Landscape experience preferred. Must have own transportation. Reply to Bev: Cedar Brae Golf & Country Club 55 Mac Frost Way Scarborough,Ont., M1X 1N6 Phone:(416) 609-8795 Fax:(416) 293-1214 e-mail:bev@cedarbraegolf.com SERVICE TECHNICIAN Required High speed internet provider 671 Durham Rd 21, Uxbridge (905)852-8896 taina@andrewswireless.net RARE OPPORTUNITY! Our New Car Sales Department require's a SALESPERSON Honda Sales Are Up! Way Up! Floor Traffic Galore Email your resume today to: g_smith@honda1.com or Call 1-866-864-4370 Fax (905)666-4571 Canadian Tire Whitby North is looking for AN EXPERIENCED SERVICE ADVISOR Successful candidate must have Canadian Tire experience with a proven track record. We offer: • an opportunity for growth • Excellent wage remuneration • Employee discount • Profit sharing • And a comprehensive training program with ongoing coaching DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY Fax resume to 905-430-4996 Or email to:resumegeneral@magma.ca WELDING/QC SUPERVISOR A well-established plate & vessel fabricator in Ajax requires an experienced Welding Supervisor/Quality control Supervisor. Applicants must be knowledgeable in CWB & ASME Welding procedures, NDE methods and shop drawings. We offer competitive salary & benefit packages. Email sales @tri-service.com Or fax to: 905-428-6933 LEGAL ASSISTANT The law firm of Brown & Bell LLP requires a junior real estate assistant on a part time basis (after- noons) for a maternity leave.Teraview experience is required. Duties would include some reception. A car is necessary. Please fax resumes to (905)576-5022. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. OPEN HOUSE PRIVATE SALE 8487 Danforth Road West, Cobourg Saturday Aug. 9th -- Sunday Aug. 10th 1pm - 3pm Solid Brick 3 Bedroom Bungalow on half acre country lot in sought after area, only minutes from Cobourg's waterfront, downtown shopping, hospital, mall and 3 golf courses. 3 + 1 bedrooms, 2 - 4 pc. baths, main floor laundry, large double car garage, new roof, air conditioner. Check it out at www.propertyguys.com I.D. Number 128301 FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY A Buyer's Choice Home Inspections A ''proven'' successful marketing system ''Exclusive Territories'' Now available in Durham Region Call Mike Smith 416-986-4321 Regional Owner www.abuyerschoice.ca General Help LANDSCAPE MAINTE- NANCE personnel required for Pickering area. Experience preferred. Please call 416-410-8283 between 8am-5pm. LAWN MAINTENANCE company has openings for experienced maintenance staff. full-time opportunities available. Experience and drivers licence an asset. Call Dave at 416-520-3491 or fax to 416-701-9961 LILYLOU'S DINER, look- ing for part-time dishwash- er/prep cook and servers. 1660 Kingston Road, Pick- ering. 905-686-2055. LOOKING FOR person willing to talk to small groups. A car and internet needed. Call Howard 1- 888-648-4327. General Help MARBLE SLAB Cream- ery, freshest ice cream on earth, is opening its retail store in The Harmony Shopping Centre in North East Oshawa. Looking for full and part time employ- ees. Send resume to: marbleslaboshawa@ sympatico.ca MONTESSORI Assistant Full-time to start in Sep- tember. ALSO Part-time French teacher. CPR, criminal record check & first aid required. Fax resume to 905-665-9583. REGISTRATION OFFI- CERS.$20 hr/ avg. Cash Incentives Paid Daily. We Train You! 905 435 0518 General Help Bankruptcy/ Trustee General Help SALON COORDINA- TOR/receptionist, perma- nent position. Must be available to support retail hours, inc. morning, even- ings, and weekends for min. of 3 days a week. Salary depending on expe- rience. E-mail resume caitlinjobinterview@hot- mail.com SCHOOLBUS DRIVERS required. Clean drivers ab- stract. Free training provid- ed. Suits young retirees. Regular part-time hours in Durham Region. Stock Transportation 1-800-889- 9491 SEAMSTRESS w/altera- tion experience wanted for busy shop in Brooklin. Must have own transporta- tion. Please call (905)655- 0489. STAR CHOICE Satellite Technician required for Durham region, must have truck/van, and experience. email kerrib@prosat.ca 905-623-7070 ext. 112, fax: 905-623-6249 SUB-CONTRACTOR CLEANERS WANTED For various buildings Please call for an interview MUST HAVE Police check, Drivers lic., W.S.I.B Clearance Cert., References PHONE- 905-420-3112 SUPER 8 AJAX Front Desk & Housekeeping positions available. Experience needed. Apply in person to: 210 Westney Rd. S. gm@ajaxsuper8.com SUPERINTENDENT RE- QUIRED for 24 town- homes south Oshawa. electrical/plumbing/painting skills a must. resumes or contact info to fax (705)361-3634 or email pantling@rogers.com. General Help Bankruptcy/ Trustee General Help SUPERINTENDENT re- quired full-time for Oshawa apartment complex. Suitable for retired/semi- retired couple w/minimum 5 years experience. No pets. Call (416)297-7004 or fax resume 416-297- 9499. Only those chosen for an interview will be con- tacted. THE BAY PICKERING Town Centre Cafe/Res- taurant requires daytime associates. Fax resume Attn: Brenda 905-837- 0179, or drop off in person. THE HONEST MOVER is looking for experienced Drivers. Must have experi- ence, clean abstract and criminal record, must be able to read and write. Willing to pay $15-17/hour based on experience. Call (905)665-0448 TORONTO'S LARGEST Landscaping Company pays $100-$500 DAILY for outdoor Summer work. Hir- ing honest, energetic indi- viduals to fill our many Summer positions. Email gtaspringwork @hotmail.com. WORK FROM HOME,Put your PC to work. 1,400 part time, 5,000 full time. Apply on line only www.homebusiness 789.com YEAR ROUND grounds maintenance company looking for 2 full time crew members. MINIMUM 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Winter work available. Re- sume plus driver abstract required. Benefit package available. Call Mon-Fri 905-619-6761 or fax re- sume to 905-619-0788. General Help Bankruptcy/ Trustee Salon & Spa Help ROXELLE HAIRSTYLING Seeking Full & Part Time hairstylists for busy Ajax salon. No clientele re- quired. Competitive wages. Flexible hours. Chair ren- tal available. Call 647- 223-1949 Skilled & Technical Help AIR DUCT Cleaning Tech- nician required for local Duct Cleaning company. 25 years+, non smoker, mechanically inclined with driver's abstract and police check, will train. benefits, paid weekly, piecework, 400-800 based on jobs done. 905-426-9905 or fax to (905)426-2948 CABINET MAKER re- quired. 5 years plus expe- rience with shapers, joint- ers & planers. Full-time. Wage $18-20 per hour depending on experience. Email jesse@adamson proaudio.com CARPENTER NEEDED. Clean driver's abstract. Own vehicle. Criminal background check re- quired. Minimum 15 years experience. Fax resume to 905-728-3179. EAVESTROUGH & Siding Crews required. Work year round. Minimum 3-years experience. Earn $2000- $3000 per week. Call Annie at 416-438-4344 or Tracy at 647-321-4217. EXPERIENCED CON- STRUCTION laborer want- ed with general construc- tion and finishing carpentry skills 5 to 10 years exp. wage 16 to 20 dollars per hour, plumbing experience an asset. Email custom- woodworking@live.com or phone 905-767-5560 LICENSED CLASS A ME- CHANIC and apprentice needed, experienced on dump trucks and heavy machinery. Welding an as- set. Also able to multitask. gord.c@bellnet.ca Skilled & Technical Help Office Help Skilled & Technical Help HEAVY EQUIPMENT operator wanted with exca- vator and bull dozer expe- rience. Must have 3-5 years experience. Site located in Port Perry. Wage to be negotiated. E-mail jesse@adamson proaudio.com INSTALLERS - sign and decor installers and lead- ers required. Must have experience with millwork and drywall. Requires working on ladders and scissor lifts, travel and shift work for this position. pre- vious experience is an as- set, training will be provid- ed. competitive wage package with benefits. send resume to canadian- sign@aol.com or call (905)985-4505 LOCAL ROOFING COM- PANY hiring laborers, shinglers and flat roofers for year round work. Call 416-409-5959. PLASTICS MOULDING TECHNICIAN Develop- ment of production pro- cesses/start-up injection machines/trouble-shoot/ knowledge of engineering resins/5 years or more ex- perience. Fax resume to 905-372-7378. SHOP FABRICATORS and Site Erectors required for growing Bowmanville steel fabrication contractor. Skilled individuals with a minimum of 5 years shop experience in layout and fabrication and/or installa- tion of structural steel, stairs, and handrails etc. Send resume to: Fax: 905-666-5163 or e-mail hrwelding@bellnet.ca TRUCK TIRE road service technician, tire installers license and drivers license for work in the Durham area. Call Ron (905)431- 6363. Office Help ADMINISTRATIVE AS- SISTANT to financial ad- visor. Must have one year minimum exp. with MFDA license. Ideal for someone that is a rep but sales is not a right fit or someone with banking exp. Salary plus bonus based on expe- rience. Call Mike (905)571- 4222 or email resume to: invest withmike@on.aibn.com Skilled & Technical Help Office Help BUSY TAX and account- ing office with several loca- tion in Durham, looking for experienced bookkeepers, and tax preparers to be- come part of our team. Must have MS office, tax and accounting software experience. Strong cus- tomer service and "pitch- in" attitude an asset. Fax 905-426-5598. Sales Help & Agents CANADA'S LARGEST CEMETERY company re- quires motivated individu- als to help sell our services to the community on a pre- arrange basis. Candidates will be community-minded and career oriented. Car is essential. We offer paid training, generous commis- sion structure, full benefits, pension plans and excel- lent working conditions. Find out more! Call Man- ager Gary Gentles at: (905)427-5416. www.pineridgecemetery.ca SALES HELP needed, no exp. Neccesary, will train. Commission based, with potential of $300- 500/week. call (905)426- 9905, fax: (905)426-2948 or email cassidysairduct- cleaning@hotmail.com Retail Sales Help SALES HELP for Your Good Health, Pickering Town Centre, full-time knowledge required. Call (416)606-7995 Hospital/Medical /Dental CERTIFIED DENTAL AS- SISTANT/RECEPTIONIST 30 hours per week, at downtown Oshawa. 2 evenings and 1 Saturday per month. Please fax re- sume to: 905-433-0337. CURRENTLY SEEKING a Dental Assistant with Re- ception and ABELDENT experience for our Whitby dental office. 30-35 hours per week, no weekends. Please fax resume to: 905- 666-2227 F/T ASSISTANT/recep- tionist and P/T Hygienist. Come join our dynamic, growing team! Tracker software knowledge bene- ficial. Please deliver re- sume in person to: Whitby Dental Centre, 1101 Brock St., S., Whitby. Sales Help & Agents Open Houses Franchises Hospital/Medical /Dental HOMEWELL SENIOR CARE is currently hiring a Full-Time RPN for Private Care in the Ajax area. Must have current First Aid and CPR. Please send your resume to: homewell.pickering@ gmail.com Or Fax: 905-426-2139. PHYSIOTHERAPY AS- SISTANT or Kinesiologist, full or part-time needed at a Whitby Physiotherapy Clinic. PTA preferred. Fax resume to 905-665-9146. POSITION AVAILABLE in busy Optometrist's office. Experience in the optical field not necessary but would be preferred. One evening until 7:30p.m. is required weekly and one Saturday morning is re- quired monthly. Duties will include front desk recep- tion, OHIP billings and working in the dispensary. Must have computer expe- rience. 800-MyAdBox #239096 or 239096@myadbox.com or Visit www.myad- box.com/239096 Teaching Opportunities ECE TEACHER required for child care centre in Scarborough. New grads welcome. Please fax re- sume: 416-724-8663 or call 416-724-8884 Houses for Sale $ 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 WATERFRONT LIVING. Lease or Sale! Clubhouse included. Bungalow end- unit townhome. 1300+sq.ft. full unfinished bsmt and R/I bath, $20K upgrades. 2-bdrms/2- baths, 2-car garage. $1750/month or $349,000 o.b.o. Port of Newcastle. (905)744-3572 Sales Help & Agents Open Houses Franchises Houses for Sale $ GUILDWOOD AREA 3-bdrm semi-detached bungalow. Large kitchen and master bdrm. Full privacy-fenced yard. Up- grades within last 9 years include furnace/AC/air cleaner/roof/eaves/win- dows/main and storm doors. Basement apt. Walk to bluffs, TTC and GO. $279,900 Call HomeLife Realty One 416-922-5533 Blythe WHITBY, BEAUTIFUL 4- bedroom home in highly sought after family neigh- borhood. Ceramic floors, sunken livingroom, huge master bedroom with re- treat. More info call (905)579-9261. Offices & Business Space EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACE - Whitby down- town. Individual, upscale offices, 2nd & 1st floor space available. Call Snyder Rental at 905-655- 5000 for details. KING/CENTRE self-con- tained office unit, side en- trance, parking, suit any small business, $495 all utilities included. Also small 1 room office $295 monthly. (905)434-8008 Business Opportunities ATTENTION ASSEMBLY LINE STAFF! Are you a victim of Auto Industry down sizing or about to be- come ONE! Work from home and earn a full time income. Call toll free 1- 888-643-4693. BUY YOURSELF a good paying, flexible job. High profit cleaning business Specializing in carpet/up- holstery, pressure washing & tile & grout cleaning. Cleaning contracts available. Comes with truck and equipment. As- sets $60,000, business $20,000. Call for details 1- 866-308-3131. GRAPHIC DESIGN/ DIGITAL PRINT Centre owner retiring. Financing available. low overhead, no experience necessary. full training and support. 1- 800-645-3006 Business Opportunities CLEANING BUSINESS for sale. Residential. Ajax/Pickering area. Excel- lent clientele. Gross annual sales $125,000+. Asking 60-70% of gross sales. Se- rious inquiries only to clean_biz4sale@yahoo.ca LOVE TO TRAVEL? Do you want to have Fun? Do you want to make a lot of Money? Go to: www.yourtime2fly.ca QUILT SHOP established for 20 yrs. Fabric, Notions, Sewing Machines, available in Whitby close to 401. Owner motivated to sell quickly. asking $49,000.00. Call 905-430- 0297 416-258-9377 Mortgages, Loans $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINAN- CIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 CENTRAL FUNDING Group, first & second mort- gages to 100%. From 5.4 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinanc- ing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profes- sional service call (905)666-4986. ANY 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages * Below Bank Rates * Refi nance to 100% * Purchase 0% Down POWER OF SALE STOPPED!!! 1-877-568-9255 416-578-0897 www.butlermortgage.ca ASK FOR WILL BUTLER, AMP CREDIT!!! INCOME!!! PRIVATE FUNDS- 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consoli- date bills, low rates. No ap- praisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No ob- ligation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Leaders Apartments & Flats for Rent 1 2 & 3 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa. Starting from start from $500/mo plus heat/hydro. Avail. Au- gust/September First/last, references. Quebec St. and Simcoe St., Stephen 905-259-5796, 905-576- 8699. 1-BEDROOM OVER- SIZED,laundry, ceramic tile floors, jacuzzi, near Go & 401, Whitby. No pets. Sept 1st. Call (416)937- 9921 after 5pm. Suits one person. 2 BED. EXECUTIVE.Spa- cious 2-bed. lower level of house. Quiet court, walk- out to large pie-shaped yard. Private laundry/park- ing. One of the most de- sirable areas in Whitby. No pets/smoking. Immediate. $975/incl. 905-434-5498, 905-666-1100. 2 BEDROOM apartment, main floor with basement and garage. Central Oshawa, fridge, stove. $980 all inclusive available Sept. 1. Call Justin at (905)922-5055 3 BEDROOM apartment, in Courtice. $850 plus utilities. Available Sept 1st. Call Derik 905-260-9584. 3-BEDROOM apartment on main level of a house in Oshawa. Wilson/Adelaide. $1100 utilities included. Newly renovated. No pets. No smoking. Available im- mediately. First/Last/Refer- ences required. Call 905- 728-8466. 385 GIBB ST,Oshawa, 2 & 3-bdrm apts, quiet bldg. Walking distance to Oshawa Centre/amenities. Laundry facilities on-site, utilities included. No pets. Avail. Sept. 1st. 905-723- 5434 A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 06, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from $890 Ask us about AIR MILESÆ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Near shopping, GO & 401, transit at door ● Attractive & spacious apartments ● Utilities included ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 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 CHILD CARE SPACES AVAILABLE •Family atmosphere •Individual attention •Care close to home •Licensed Agency Durham Professional Home Day Care Call 905-509-1207 or www.durhamchildcare.org General Motors Centre Suite Downtown Oshawa Available for share basis for 2008/09 Season Oshawa Generals games & Concert Events Call Fred for details at 905-579-4473 ext 2207 Sunday, Nov. 30, 2008 Kingsway College, Oshawa 10 am – 5 pm 905-426-4676 ext. 257, email: adewit@durhamregion.com Christmas craft showcraft show Exhibitors Wanted Qualified Craft Show Exhibitors WantedQualifiedCraftShowExhibitorsWanted General Motors CentreGeneralMotorsCentre October 17-19, 2008 Distinct Designs from Premier Crafters, Artisans & Gift SuppliersCOUNTRY THETHE HE A R T O FCRAFT SHOW For more information call 905-426-4676 ext.257 or visit www.showsdurhamregion.com HEALTH EXPERTS NEEDED We are looking for professionals in traditional and alternative health to join the 2008 Clarington Family Health & Lifestyle Expo on Sat. Oct. 4th & Sun. Oct. 5th Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Centre, Bowmanville This one day show will feature speakers, panels, demos and more. If you would like to be a part of this Expo please call Cori-Ann 905-683-5110 ext.228 Apartments & Flats for Rent A 2 STOREY APT, Oshawa. Large 1500-sq.ft. 2-bedroom, recently reno- vated, bright, clean, big windows, 2 private en- trances, large private fenced yard, parking, laundry, excellent for couple/single, adults pre- ferred. $1100-inclusive. Call Dave 905-436-7524, Sam 905-571-0554 Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking.Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1019/mo. Available August/Sept 1st 3-bedroom $1125/mo. Plus parking. Available Au- gust/Sept 1st. 905-683- 8571, 905-683-8421 ATTENTION SENIORS/ MATURE ADULTS quiet living everything on one level all new 2-bdrm, fridge/stove, parking, laun- dry, cable. All inclusive. $985. Oshawa 289-240- 4120 AVAILABLE September 1st. gorgeous 2bedroom basement apartment in Courtice, White Cliff es- tates home. Separate walkout entrance w/patio. backs onto forest. 2 bath- rooms, kitchen, livingroom, private laundry, 1parking- spot. $1100/month inclu- sive except phone. perfect for single or elderly. no smoking/pets. (905)436- 1387 BROCK RD/HWY 2.Bright spacious walk-out 2-bdrm bsmt apt. C/A, 5 applianc- es, utilities & parking incl. Avail. immediately. Call 416-678-6758 CENTRAL PARK BLVD, 2-bedroom upper half of duplex. Newly renovated. Bus at door. $855/mo.+hy- dro. 2-bedroom, main floor. $910/mo+hydro. Available immediately. References, No smoking/pets. 905-430- 0249. COURTICE,2-bedroom apt in lower level of raised bungalow, washer/dryer included. $850/inclusive, first/last, references. No pets/smoking. Avail. imme- diately. (905)914-6578. COURTICE, Large com- pletely renovated 1 bed- room basement apartment, separate entrance, stain- less steel appliances, park- ing, C/A, shared laundry. no smoking/pets. avail. sept 1st. $800/month plus phone. (905)435-0317 Apartments & Flats for Rent Duplex Apartments, Oshawa. Main floor and lower level apartments in bun- galows. Completely renovated. New oak kitchens. New bath- rooms. Private laundry. Private parking. Rents from 1-bedroom, $825, 2-bedroom $950, 3-bed- room, $1050. No smok- ing/pets. (905)404-2500. FURNISHED 2-BDRM apt., Oshawa, available August 1st. Close to bus, UOIT, Durham College & all amenities. 1 parking, coin laundry. $1150/month + hydro. No smoking/pets. Call (905)725-4419 after 9pm. LARGE 1 BEDROOM basement apartment, available immediately. $700, utilities included. Parking. No smoking, First/last. Near Oshawa Centre. (905)571-4472 NORTH OSHAWA 1-bdrm lower duplex. Clean, bright, laundry, 1 parking, non-smoker, no pets, yard, $700 inclusive. First/last. Available Sept 1st. Call 905-430-6906. NORTH OSHAWA 2 bed- room Sept./Oct. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances includ- ed. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 ONE BEDROOM APTS. available August 1st. Park and Adelaide, clean & bright, $695, plus Hydro, First/last. (905)242-8487. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet security monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905- 260-9085, 905-260-9095. OSHAWA Clean, new building. 2 bedroom apt. available for Aug, Sept, Oct, $865. 2 bedroom plus den for Nov. $950. Appli- ances, parking & utilities included. 905-438-9715. OSHAWA DUPLEX for rent. 1-bedroom, kitchen, living room. $700/month including lights and heat. Starting Sep1. 593 Devon Ave. Call 905-434-6706 OSHAWA HOSPITAL, Mary North of Adelaide, 2-bedroom main floor, laundry, parking, $900/mo inclusive. 1-bedroom main floor, laundry, no parking, $600+hydro. 905-668- 8869 Mon-Fri 9-5pm, or 905-579-2350. OSHAWA NORTH,gor- geous 1-bedroom main floor of SENIOR-LIFE- STYLE COMPLEX, se- cluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1000/month, all inclusive, Immediately. (905)723-7291. Apartments & Flats for Rent OSHAWA,1-Bedroom, bright, Hospital area, am- ple parking, bus, available immediately. $750/mo All inclusive, first/last/refer- ences, no smoking/pets, 905-432-2989 OSHAWA, downtown.2 bedroom apartments for rent starting at $900. Brand new modern luxury hardwood floors. Includes AC, heat & hydro. stu- dents/pets welcome. (905)922-4911 OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 1 & 2 bedrooms, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $700 & $725/month, plus Hydro, available August. Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA,Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866- 601-3083 www.apartmentsinonta- rio.com OSHAWA, Rossland/Sim- coe clean 2 bedroom apt, quiet building, laundry, near bus stop, $850/mo. inclusive, Avail. September 1st. (905)665-1538 or (905)925-7155. OSHAWA/CADILLAC Ave 1-bdrm, upper duplex. Pri- vate entrance. Rear deck. Good neighbourhood. Close to all amenities. Fridge, stove, parking. $700 all inclusive. No pets. Call (416)543-1719. PICKERING -Spacious, 2 bdrm bsmt apt. Immacu- late condition. Separate entrance, bright/large living room, laundry, 2-parking. Close to GO. $900/mo in- clusive. No smoking/pets. Call 905-420-4269. PICKERING large sunny 1-bdrm apt. No smok- ing/pets. Cable, laundry, parking, separate entrance. First/last. $800 inclusive. 905-420-1896. Available now. PICKERING, FINCH/BROCK Rd. legal 2-bedroom basement. Clean, bright, spacious, separate w/o entrance, A/C, sep. laundry, cable, $900+utilities. Immedi- ately/September 1st. First/last/references. No pets/smoking. (416)727- 1084 PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. in well- kept, quiet 3-storey build- ing. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. 905-985-6032, 905-430-7816. REGENCY PLACE Apart- ments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & additional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Re- gency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430-7397 www.realstar.ca SIMCOE ST. N/Beatrice, large 2-bedroom lower unit, 5 appliances, a/c, 4pc & 3pc ensuite, adult life- style building, seniors pre- ferred. no pets/no smok- ing. $1050 monthly plus heat. Available Oct 1st. (905)434-8008 SIMCOE/ADELAIDE, bright spacious 2-bdrm on main floor of triplex. Park- ing & utilities included. Laundry facilities. Located in safe area close to hospi- tal, parks & downtown. $895/mo. First/last, refer- ences. (905)706-8811. SOUTH AJAX- Large new bright legal 1-bedroom basement apartment. A/C, Parking and separate en- trance. No smoking/Pets. $925.00 more details and pictures at www.viewit.ca Add #5799 Leave mess. At 905-428-7791 TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & park- ing. Landscaped grounds, private patios & balco- nies. 2 Testa Rd., Ux- bridge. 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca Apartments & Flats for Rent TWO BACHELOR APTS & one 2-bdrm apt. available. Newly renovat- ed. Simcoe & Athol area. Available immediately. Call 905-926-7057. TWO BEDROOM ($750) and three bedroom ($950), in Oshawa, includes utilities, parking, backyard, hardwood floors, skylight. Near shopping. First/last. Available September 1. (905)985-4110. UNIQUE 1 bedroom, 2 sto- rey, condo-style apart- ment, many extras, includ- ing solid oak cabinets, mood lighting, 5' round window, $950inclusive. 1st/last. References. (905)404-2653. WESTNEY/KINGSTON RD.2 BEDROOM CONDO, 2 full baths, 1 parking. All utilities included. Laundry ensuite. Pool, exercise room, sauna included. $1189/mth first/last. Available Sept 1st. Please call after 6pm 905-245-0529 WESTNEY/SULLIVAN, AJAX New 1 bedroom plus living room, basement apartment. Separate en- trance & laundry. Parking. Available Sept 1st. No pets/smoking. $750 plus utilities. Call Mujeeb at 416-666-2649. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & park- ing. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shop- ping & schools. 900 Dun- das St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY, BACHELOR and 2 bedrooms from $749 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 or view at comptronica.com WHITBY- Large 3-bdrm semi, new kitchen, new hardwood/carpet through- out, fenced yard, close to downtown Whitby, schools & GO. Available Aug.31 or Sept.30 $1200/mo plus utilities. 416-859-5938. Houses for Rent $ !AAAA ABA-DABA- DOO-OWN - WHY RENT? No $ Down- from $650/month- Family In- come from $35,000. Good Credit- Great Selection. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Re- alty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3-bedroom backsplit Completely renovated. New oak kitchen. 2 new 4pc. baths. Porcelain & hardwood floors, c/air, walk-out from bdrm to backyard deck.Walking distance to public school, civic auditorium & Oshawa Centre. $1450/mo + utilities, No dogs/smoking. (905)404-2500 4-BDRM, 3-BATH,2-sto- rey detached house for rent in Ajax. 6-parking spaces, many upgrades, almost new. $1800/mo plus utilities. Available Sept 15th. Contact 416-276-2020 or email ma_dogar@hotmail.com AJAX 3 bedroom de- tached bungalow, large yard, backs onto Green- belt, clean, quiet street, $1125 plus. September lst. (905)683-6203. AJAX, 3-BDRM semi, close to all amenities, new flooring, 5-appliances, 2-parking+garage. $1400+ utilities. Avail. immediate- ly/Sept. 1st. No pets. First/last. (416)707-1889 BOWMANVILLE 3-BDRM house in Waverly area, hardwood/ceramic flooring, a/c, laundry, large kitchen, walkout to backdeck, large backyard, 3-bathroom, 2parking spots+garage, no smoking/pets, $1250/mnth +65% of utilities. avail. sept. 1st. (905)955-0053 Houses for Rent BOWMANVILLE detached 4-bdrm 2150sq.ft. from main level upwards, like new. Large master with walk-in closet and 5-piece en suite. $1400 or $1800 for entire house with full walkout bsmt. (416)342-7561. GARRARD /ROSSLAND. Situated on gorgeous private lot, 87'x175', on quite residential street in East Whitby. 3-bedroom, two storey, brick home. Large rooms, finished rec-room, one 4-piece, one 2-piece, double car detached garage, fish pond, beautiful mature trees. $1,600 + utilities. (905)404-2500 N WHITBY 3 bedroom 3 bath, main floor family room, large eat-in kitchen, 3 appliances, 3 years new, no pets/smoking. Available immediately. 1st/last, credit check, $1400/month plus utilities. (905)767-5585. OSHAWA HOUSE beauti- ful detached 3-bdrm bun- galow, main floor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1250-inclu- sive. first/last/references. September 1 905-721- 9789, 905-922-4751 OSHAWA Rossland/Sim- coe 3+1 bdrm, nice & clean, central air, new ap- pliances, parking, fenced yard, 2 kitchens, 2 baths. Near amenities. $1200+utilities (energy effi- cient) No pets/smoking. Oct 1 (905)244-0072 OSHAWA, near University! 113 WOODBINE PLACE. 4+2Bdrms, 4Baths, 2Yrs New! Available NOW! First/Last/Credit/Ref. Req. $2000/mth., Call Joan Hyde 905-728-1600 or joanhyde@rogers.com, Re/Max Spirit Inc. PICKERING VILLAGE,3- bdrm brick bungalow, car- port, gas furnace. Avail Oct. 1st. $1100+ utilities. No smoking/pets. Call (705)657-1448 PICKERING, 2-BDRM bungalow, large yard & driveway, fridge/stove, near the lake, close to amenities. Avail. immedi- ately. $1100/mo+ utilities. First/last, credit check. (416)809-7773 U OF T/ Simcoe. 3 bdrm house Staff/ Family/ Stu- dent rental $1400+utilities immediate occupancy, clean, hardwood, security system, new appliances. 416-726-3004 UPGRADED OLDER home in great Whitby Lo- cation, home occupation suitable. Walk to GO and other amenities. $1275+utilities. avail. im- mediately (905)404-3755 Townhouses for Rent AJAX, KINGSTON ROAD & Chapman Drive, brand new 3 bedroom townhouse for rent. 5-appliances. A/C. Garage. Amenities. Available September 1st. $1400/month. First/last. 416-358-3345. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town-house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. BRAND NEW never lived in townhouse. 1500 square feet. 6 new appliances. Ajax, Taunton & Salem, close to all amenities. $1390 +utilities. (416)822- 1375 OPEN HOUSE CAR- RIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laun- dry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. Ask about our move-in incentives. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434- 3972 www.realstar.ca Daycare Available Townhouses for Rent OSHAWA, SEMI-TOWN- HOUSE.3 & 2-bdrm+. Harmony/Olive. 4-plex semi-townhouse, spa- cious/clean, 3-floors, fin. basement, 1-parking, Close to shopping, schools/bus route, no smoking/pets. $895+ utilities. Avail. Sept 1st. First/last/references. Call (905)686-5591 email: seanryanjr@gmail.com TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. En- suite laundry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & play- ground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca Rooms for Rent & Wanted A LARGE BRIGHT ROOM in new home. Fur- nished/unfurnished. Whitby Taunton Rd/Cochrane. Own bath, share kitchen with one, park- ing/cable/laundry. No smoking/pets. Female pre- ferred. Available immedi- ately. (905)493-1819, (416)797-3234. BROCK RD/FINCH Pick- ering, clean, quiet, large furnished bed/sitting room. Share bathroom/kitchen. Must love animals! Park- ing, cable, internet includ- ed, $500/mo. Available immediately. No smoking. (905)426-8525. LARGE CLEAN,unfur- nished, no smoking/pets. Own washroom, close to all amenities, first/last, cable, parking, preferred single working female or student. Available immedi- ately. References required. (905)686-5414. OSHAWA, SOUTH:Room for rent near 401, GM. Share laundry, yard, kitchen, bath. Mature non-smoker $450+ shared cost of internet/phone. Available immediately. Nicole 905-240-6795. PICKERING - WHITES RD/401 2 Rooms in base- ment for rent, $450 & $500/month. No pets or smoking. First/last & refer- ences required. 416-917- 4949. PICKERING/BROCK Rd, No smoking/pets, unfur- nished rooms. $350/$450/$550, per month. First/last, Call (416)433-1919. ROOMS(OSHAWA),pre- stigious neighborhood. Swimming pool, BBQ, outdoor bar, deck, laundry, internet, new appliances, cable. Non-smoker. $500/month inclusive. Avail. August and Septem- ber. 289-240-4295, 416- 274-6993(Cell) WHITBY, Oshawa border. Beautiful home! Very clean room, share kitchen/bath. Cable/internet, laundry, bus route, minutes from UOIT. Furnished/unfur- nished. No smoking/pets. Male preferred. Avail. im- mediately. $550/mo. (905)995-2745 or (905)728-0189 Campers, Trailers, Sites 2003 TRAVEL trailer sleeps 8. Includes fridge, stove, Air, micro, shower and hot water heater. (905)668-5122. Daycare Available Campers, Trailers, Sites BALSAM LAKE Fenelon Falls Trailers for Sale on Sites, Housekeeping Cottages for rent. Season- al boat dock rentals. 1-877-887-2550 www.sandybeach trailercourt.com PROWLER LINKS 29 ft. 1988, $5,900, excellent condition complete with deck, shed and BBQ, big site with great view. Cas- tleton Hills RV Park. 1- 866-241-2224 www.castletonhills.com TRAILER FOR SALE $25,000. On pristine lake, electric motors only. 2002 33 ft. Mallard on large wa- terfront site in quiet pri- vate park. Large tipout, A/C, propane furnace. Sleeps 9. Full length deck, extensive docking, etc., everything included. Call to View 905-436-1823 or 905-924-4022 TRAVEL TRAILER.2006 Terry Dakota 240XPS. Ex- cellent condition.3-double fold-out beds,1-slide-out, bathroom, range w/ov- en/micro. Full fridge/a/c/furnace/loads of storage.Many more fea- tures.Great value at $15,000. (705)277-9378 Boats & Supplies 1980 MFG.19 ft. Bowrider boat, reliable 3.8 V-6, out- drive redone last summer, complete with heavy duty trailer, a well made, solid and stable boat. Asking $3,750. Call (905)259-9846. 2001 STARCRAFT boat 17.5' 2001 EZ Loader Starcraft trailer. 2001 Mo- tors: 60HP & 5 HP. Walker down-rigger included. Ex- cellent condition - winter stored. Call (905)723-4043 Car Pools/ Transportation TEMPORARY CARPOOL ride needed from Ajax to Uxbridge. Weekdays 9-5, share gas. Call: 905-427-1884 e-mail: jbobbitt@durhamregion.com Personals ARE YOU A SWM,with a good sense of humor, knows how to treat a lady. LIKES DANCING, MO- VIES AND TRAVELING. SWF would like to hear from you. (63-68) SERI- OUS REPLIES ONLY Mail to: Box #349, Oshawa This Week., PO Box 481, Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. LOOKING for a 55-65 year old attractive lady who is honest, caring and active. I am 6 ft 2, 185lbs, single non-smoking, retired pro- fessional who enjoys life and would like to share it with someone special. Call 800-MyAdBox #126867. Daycare Available SEPTEMBER IS around the corner! Experienced teacher caring for your child in a safe clean home daycare. Nursery. Full or part-time, meals, activities. South Ajax. Call Patricia 905-449-7245 Registration PIANO STUDENTS now being accepted for Sum- mer and Fall openings, Call Joani at 905-686- 8351. Furniture ASHLEY LEATHER sec- tional with matching leath- er centerpiece in Beige. Paid $2800, bill to prove, never sat on, brand new, will take $1800 firm. 905- 404-0781 Articles for Sale +CARPETS, CARPETS, Carpets, living room and hall carpeted with pad and installation from $319 (30 yds.). Best price guaranteed. Saillian Carpets. 905-242-3691 Free Estimates. 1991 SEARAY CBLT- 18ft. (this line bold lettering if possible) Excellent con- dition, stored indoors each winter, 15hrs. on outdrive, I/O 175hp, 6 seater, large sunpad, ladder, radio/tape- deck, cockpit cover, cruis- ing cover, winter storage cover. Includes Cradle ride trailer 3years old. $10,500.00. Call 905-434- 3826 36" SONY VEGA flat screen plus stand, like new, originally $2400, ask- ing $499. Also free Satel- lite radio, home or car. (905)426-8858 ABOVE GROUND POOL, 21' round, 4.5' deep, in- cludes all equipment, $1000. Call 289-240-1954. ALL NEW QUEEN ortho- pedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacrifice $275. Call 905-213-4669. ANTIQUES: COLLECTOR Credenza Stereo/Side- board (1940's/50's era) with working turntable & tuner, sliding doors hides the speakers. Very gently used. Sacrifice - moving $800 o.b.o. Snowboard $50, Window AC, $50. Call 289-688-5982 and leave message. BUY/SELL Stair lifts, porch lifts, hospital beds (electric), scooters, ceiling lifts, patient lifts. SILVER CROSS (905)668-8560 or 1-800-659-0668 CARPET SALE & Spe- cials! Laminate, hardwood flooring & tiles. Carpet 2- rooms up to 30-sq. yd. from $329. includes pad/in- stallation. Carpet repairs, serving Durham. Free es- timates. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CEDAR TREES for sale, starting from $4.00 each. Planting available. Free Delivery. Call Bob 705- 341-3881. CONSTRUCTION EQUIP- MENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Holland Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, Northumberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 CONTENTS OF BEAUTI- FUL furniture sofa which matching loveseat, end ta- bles of brass & glass pair of solid brass lamps, oil paintings, chandelier made from blown glass (one of a kind). Crosley table radio (never used). No rea- sonable offer refused. 905- 426-6957 DESK, COMPUTER return and book case, excellent condition, asking $1750. Please call (905)655-9894 GOALIE HOCKEY equip- ment, Brian's 32" dX2 goalie pads, blocker and catcher. Excellent condi- tion, $750 o.b.o. Call 905- 623-9107 GRACO DUO glider tan- dem double stroller, navy & white in very good condi- tion $75 firm. Call (905)668-5221. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guaranteed. 905- 259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com Articles for Sale Vendors Wanted Articles for Sale HOT TUB/SPA.5-6 per- son, never used. Warran- ty. Sacrifice $2,995. Call 905-409-5285. HOT TUBS/SPA,2008 new in wrap, fully loaded. Cost $8900, sacrifice $3900. Call (905)213-4669 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4300 sacrifice $1395. (905)213- 4669 JESUS IS ALIVE Chris- tian practices consist of ancient pagan customs. Jim Campbell (705)799- 1329 MOVING SALE:Girls Beautiful Bedroom set $400, Dining Room Set $1000, 3 White leather 30" Chairs $100/ea. For more information call (905)666- 5761. PIANOS AND CLOCKS, We have the best prices on new & used pianos. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large se- lection of upright and elec- tronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. TELEP PIA- NO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PROFESSIONAL DENON DN 2500 F, high quality twin cd component, Ameri- can DJ mixer laptop com- patible. Both built into con- venient carrying case with a additional output sourc- es. $800. Call (905)579- 7226. Articles for Sale Vendors Wanted Articles for Sale RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Com- puters, DVD Players, Fur- niture, Bedding, Patio Fur- niture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT AP- PLIANCES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also reconditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt-size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appliances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 Vendors Wanted CRAFTER'S WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Cara #2212 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 06, 2008, PAGE 21 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 ONE DAY ONLY - AUCTION SALE direct factory authorized liquidation - all items must be sold Acting under Instructions received: we will sell: BRAND NEW FURNITURE & ACCENTS Over 1000 ITEMS MUST BE SOLD!!!! *unclaimed containers* overstocks * receiverships **movie sets* * mfg.showroom samples*designers choice*misguided freight* *model homes*closeouts*es- tates**new home furnishings * bedroom suites* living room sets **dining tables & chairs *hand carved mahogany designer's accents * * estate jewellery * big screen lcd tv*sports memorabilia* leather sofas- estate coins - framed art- vanity sinks- area rugs*electronics* giftware * collectibles* purses*desks* oil paintings * PUBLIC AUCTION Friday Eve. Aug. 08 at 7: PM (Preview at 6: pm) At: The Auction Depot (Former Kahns) 2699 Brock Rd. North Pickering New items arriving daily too numerous to list… Terms: Cash, Visa, MC,debit, Buyers Premium in effect, Delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. Early registration available one hour prior to sale time. Limited seating, arrive early. Additions & Deletions, List may change without notice. Now Accepting Quality Consignments for our upcoming sales, email listings to info@auctioneer.ca. AUGUST SALES ONLY: must present this ad on registration to desk clerk to receive $100.00 towards the purchase of any 9pc dining room suite * lcd tv 40" or larger * appraised estate jewellery item*an ex- tra 5% discount on all purchases paid in cash with this ad www.auctioneer.ca -contact us: email-info@auctioneer.ca Auction Sale HAYDON AUCTION BARN Tuesday August 9 at 4 pm Scarborough household:Furniture, Bev. Oak Coffee Table, End Tables, Dining Rm Set, Bdrm Suite, Cottageware, 8 day Clock, Grolier Encyc. Set Ceramics, Lamps www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, August 8th at 4:30pm located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4. The Estate of Wilfred Edwards of Cannington plus others - flat to wall cupboard, harvest table, corner cupboard, chatham cupboard, cherry buffet, washstand, square oak dining room table and chairs, duncan phyfe table and chairs, settee, 2 matching mahogany china cabinets, maple bedroom set, leather recliner, maple table and chairs, bed chesterfield, round oak pedestal table, pine bunkbeds, National 3 drawer brass cash register, mahogany china cabinet, 2 refinished apple ladders, 3pc walnut bedroom set, Wedgewood dishes, chesterfield sets, area rugs, 2 door fridges, Kenmore front loading stacking washer and dryer, 12' alumboat and trailer, 87 Bonair tent trailer, 12.5 HP Mastercraft riding mower, 79 Honda minitrailbike, International 434 tractor (new rubber), qty of china, glass household and collectible 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 A Large Quality 2 Day Auction Sunday, August 10 th: Preview 9:30 AM Auction 11:00 AM Monday, August 11 th: Preview 4:00 PM Auction 5:00 PM Selling the Estate of Isabelle MacArthur of Richmond Hill & Contents of the Home of John Playfair of Port Hope,Ontario Two long established homes with many items to include fine furniture, French, English & Contemporary, porcelain, silver, paintings, jew- ellery, books, numerous oriental carpets & a large selection of the Doug Hill Early English Porcelain Collection. This is an Auction not to miss. This is a partial listing, please watch web site for updates. Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 AM & Monday @ 4:00 PM For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 ESTATE / TOOL AUCTION STAPLETON AUCTIONS Newtonville, Friday, August 8th, 5:00 p.m. Selling the contents of a Newcastle, Port Hope and Oshawa home, including tools: Dining Furniture; Chesterfields; Occ. Tables; Occ. Chairs; Wicker Furniture; 5pc. Rattan Patio Set; Beds; Bookcases; Telescope; Televisions; Washer; New energy Tall Dryer; Bar Fridge; China; Glass. etc.Tools: Craftsman 9" table saw/stand; sears Shop dust system; Craftsman 10" Scroll Saw; Kind Drill Press; Walker Turner Band Saw/Stand;Walker Turner Steel Table Saw; Lg. Disc Sander; Makita Thickness Planer (400 mm); Power Tools; Hand Tools; Arco Welder; Power Matic Dust Collecter; Built inVac. System; etc. Preview After 2:00 p.m. Check website for Updates Terms;Cash, Approved Cheques, Visa, M/C, Interac. 10 % Buyers Premium Ap- plies Auctioneeers Frank & Steve Stapleton 905.786.2244, 1.800.263.9886 www.stapletonauctions.com estate specialists since 1971 Auction,Thurs. Aug. 7th, 6:30 p.m. at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL 12927, Cty Rd 2, Colborne, ON. Selling another Toronto estate with antiques, collectibles, modern home furnishings, etc. Exceptional oak dining room suite with ext table, leaf, chairs and matching hutch, Excellent signed walnut corner china cabinet, excellent ant solid walnut 'Gibbaro" buffett, nice washed oak bedroom set with 2 nights, dresser, chest, mattress set that was never used. Also has matching desk and T.V. cabinet, dinette table & chairs, unusu- al set of oak coffee & end tables with glass showcase tops, dressers & chests of drawers, sofa & chair set, small pine cor- ner cupboard, occasional chairs, ant oak office desk with chair, several other office chairs, single beds, king bed, ladies desk, ant. chairs, ant. pine desk. Lge East Lake upholstered bench, a rare bench in excell condition, ornate telephone bench, plus much more. Smalls include large table full of smalls new pcs etc from that large Toronto est. Plus more glass, china, crystal, dishes, knick, knacks, few persian rugs, some tools, garden & lawn tools, large collection of Coca-Cola and Elvis memorabilia, plus countless unadvertised articles, far too many to list.Terms cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. No Reserves Gary E.Warner, Auctioneer 905-355-2106. www.warnersauction.com In Loving Memory of Bill Kerr October 26, 1937 August 6, 2007 Death is nothing at all, I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Pray, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without effect, without the trace of a shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was. There is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well. Love Always Rita, Jim, Natalie, Lisa, Michael, Amanda, Tyler & Zachariah Vendors Wanted Family Health & Lifestyle Show Bowmanville VENDORS WANTED Book early, limited space Oct 4th & 5th Call Devon at 905-579-4400 ext #2236 Flea Market Open VENDORS WANTED Busy Highway 28 Location Days, weekends or monthly Call 905-376-3847 dmackenzie@bellnet.ca VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Devon #2236 Pets, Supplies, Boarding BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN re- triever puppies. Experi- enced breeder since 1967. First shots, dewormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guarantee. Supplier of service dogs. Judy (905)576-3303 CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. Pure bred. Born May 1st. Ready to go. 1-female long hair , 2-males long or short hair. Parents on site. Call 905-509-1065. CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS, males/females. CKC regis- tered, vet checked, tat- tooed, dewormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. DOG RESCUE GROUP in Ajax, has medium to large Lab crosses for adoption. Purebred Rottweiler, very friendly & a husky. All vac/vet checked. Volunteer Dog walkers needed. Ajax Pet Care: 905-428-8160. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS.CKC registered. Born May 28. Both parents OVC cert. Males & fe- males. $950 Shots, wormed & health exam. Call 905-985-3336. LAB PUPS,chocolate CKC registered, tattooed, vet checked, dewormed, family raised. (705)953- 9481 REGISTERED GOLDEN Retrievers, 4-males, 2 fe- males. Puppies will come with first shots, dewormed, microchipped and 2-year written health and temperament guarantee. $850. (905)718-2326. SHIH TZU PUPPIES for sale, non allergic, no shed- ding, vaccinated, de- wormed, vet checked $450 each. Call 905-260-8855. Top Quality CKC Regis- tered Chocolate Labrador Retriever Pups, 2 males left, Family raised, vet checked, shots tattoos, 2 yr health warranty, ready now 613.392-7374 or 613- 392-5357 Trenton Cars for Sale 1981 CORVETTE T-top, 4-speed, black on black, very rare, 75,000km, ex- cellent condition, $22,500 o.b.o. (905)259-5450 1998 DODGE NEON R-T, 114,000 miles, good condi- tion, black with stripes, lowered, new rubber, sport rims, also winter tires, well maintained, $3900 certified O.B.O. Call Liz at 905-626- 0858 or 905-831-3861 2003 TOYOTA 4 Runner SRS, 112,000 kms, silver and grey, excellent all around and clean, trailer package, no accidents, no rust, $16,900, needs noth- ing. Call 705-653-5221. Cars for Sale 2004 VWS JETTA TDI, 91,000-kms, leather interi- or, fully loaded. Grey col- our. Take over monthly payments plus $2000 cash. (905)426-4289 CLASSIC 1989 Cadillac Sedan De Ville, Cherry red. Best looking Cadillac in Oshawa. 135,000kms, Best Offer, Driven regular- ly. 905-723-7757 MINT CONVERTIBLE - Seebring, 2004, silver, black top, 54,805 kil., One mature lady owner. Never winter driven. Safety and emissions certificate. $11,500. (905)697-1286. NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be re- quired. 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 SHAMMY AUTO SALES, Pickering. 2003 Sunfire 28k, $7295; 1999 Civic EXG 248k $4495; 2002 Hyundai Accent GL 148k $3995; 2002 1997 Accura CL, 225k $3888. Lots More Cars in Stock! Shammy (416)358-0793 or Greg 416-460-6739 WOW! DEALS DEALS DEALS! 2004 Ford Wind- star, fully loaded, 5-door, excellent condition, a/c, cert & e-tested $4250, 1998 Transport van, 7-passenger, fully loaded, ext., a/c, cert & e-tested $2000, 1992 Saturn SL 4-dr auto, runs great $1000, (905)447-3764. Cars Wanted ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! 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 ! 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). Cars Wanted $$$$$ 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. !!!!!!! $200-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)831-7399 1-866-256-2883 $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, alumi- num, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896- 7066 1 HOUR $200-$1000, CASH CASH. Free pick up, 7 day a week. (416)893-1594. ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks want- ed, dead or alive. Free p- up. Call 24 hrs. John 905- 263-4142 or 905-914- 4142. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehi- cles must be in running condition. Call (905)427- 2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES Trucks for Sale SUB-LEASE 2007 Ranger Supercab. Air, auto, CD, $295.00 a month. Lease expires September 2009. (905)579-9534 Vans/4-Wheel Drive 2001 DODGE Caravan Sport, fully loaded, 7-seat- er, cd/player, rear a/c, well maintained $2,000. Din- ingroom set, like new w/ buffet, 6 chairs, $1200. Call 416-720-6073 2006 FORD E150 Cargo Van, certified, e-tested, like new, all highway driven, owner/driver retiring, must be seen to be appreciated $17,500. Call (705)878- 0596 CARGO OR Delivery Van 2005 Venture fully equipped, low kms. $9,999. Arlie Sales (905)404-8175, ask for Tom. Motorcycles 1994 YAMAHA YZ 250, new plastics, tires, silenc- er, clutch, runs great, $1,500. 905-885-2028. Garage & Storage Space SECURE OUTDOOR STORAGE for your boats, trailers, RVs and more! Monthly rates at $55.00. Yearly at $495.00. Also inquire about our ample supply of indoor units starting at $59.00. Call All In One Self Storage (905)982-1133 or www.allinoneselfstorage.ca Adult Entertainment Well-Endowed Blonde Beauty SHAYNA Discreet & Independent 905-441-1661 ALL ASIAN LADIES Chinese Japanese Korean 24/7 Out Calls Only www.cuteorientals.ca 905-706-8808 Asian Girls Hot, Sexy, Busty Best Service 24/7 Out Calls Only 289-634-1234 416-833-3123 Adult Entertainment ERICA Sensual, Blue-Eyed Brunette Escape & relax with me 905-242-0498 NEW 4 U Teila Ebony/Spanish 21 year beauty 34-27-36, 130 lbs Greek available 416-831-7614 Great Low Rates Massages AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com Massages DREAM SPA GRAND OPENING 371 Old Kingston Rd. Unit #8 (Close to Port Union Rd) Incredible massages 7 days a week (647)436-1630 OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 Births IT'S A BOY! WHITE Michael & Lisa (nee Lavigne) are proud to announce the birth of their first child Benson Lawrence born May 10, 2008 6lbs. 11oz. Proud grandparents are Judy & Dan White of Ajax, and Karen & Wayne Lavigne of Pembroke. Home Improvement 905-409-9903 Need a Handyman? Full basement renos starting at $8500 (lab/mat based on 900sq.ft.) Complete in 2 weeks Bathrooms, Kitchens Framing, Drywall, Painting Some plumbing, basic electrical 22 yrs experience Fire & Water Technician Mould Specialist Guaranteed Work (905)442-0068 Roofing Shingles, Flats A + Quality Fully Insured and licensed Better Rates 416-429-2189 or 1-866-816-2477 Garbage Removal/Hauling A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 Plumbing LICENSED PLUMBING ✓ New Work ✓ Renovations ✓ Repairs ✓Full Bsmnt./Bath Call Ed 905-442-3543 905-623-9664 Handyman NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 Painting & Decorating ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor. Line 647-868-9669 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Moving & Storage Apple Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)532-9056 (416)533-4162 (905)239-1263 DOAEC MOVING/DELIVERY ✓ fully insured and bonded ✓ honest & reliable ✓reasonable rates (905) 426-4456 (416) 704-0267 A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 06, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Auctions Service Directory Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Please read your clas- sified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be respon- sible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. Death Notices In Memoriams ATKINSON-PRETTY,Donna (nee Harker) - It is with great sadness we announce the pass- ing of Donna on Friday, August 1, 2008 at the age of 48 following a heroic 6 year battle with cancer. Beloved wife and best friend of Craig. Devoted and much loved mother of Stepha- nie and Jordan. Cherished sister of Mike, Richard (Grace), Steven (Joanne) and Kathy. She will be deeply missed by dozens of relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Donna's 49th birthday, Saturday, August 9th at TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME, 524 Davis Drive, Newmarket 6:00-8:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Southlake Regional Health Centre Cancer Care would be appreciated by the family. KONONOW, Gregory Victor - Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, on July 31, 2008. After a courageous battle with cancer in his 47th year. Dear son of Anne Kononow and the late Victor Kononow. Loving brother of Susan German (nee Kononow) and her husband Brad, Margaret and her friend Dennis. Lovingly remembered by his nieces Tasha and Katelyn Giddings. The family will receive friends at the ACCETONE FUNERAL HOME,384 Finley Ave., Ajax on Thursday August 7th from 2-4 p.m. Funeral Service following at 4 p.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Sick Kids Children's Hospital (Cancer Unit) would be greatly appreciated. THOMSON, Stephen - Suddenly at home, Steve, was the beloved son of the late Roy and Joan Thomson, and brother of Shiela, Glyn, Roy and Richard. Sadly missed by his many relatives and friends. Cremation. A Graveside Service will be held at Groveside Cemetery, Brooklyn, on Saturday, August 9, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Arrangement entrusted to the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, (905)428-8488. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 06, 2008, PAGE 23 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com *0% fi nancing is available as a fi xed rate loan for 12 months, the loan is renewable at going bank rate at the end of 12 months. Example: $20,000 fi nanced at 0% for the fi rst 12 months & ammortized over 84 months, the monthly payment would be $238.65, cost of borrowing $0 for the fi rst 12 months, then the loan is renewable at going bank rate for up to 72 months, depending on model year of the vehicle. If renewable as an example at 7.9% for 72 months, fi nancing $20,000, the payment is $350.79, cost of borrowing $5194.13 on approved credit. Down payment as shown above. All above monthly payemts are plus PST & GST, amortized terms are as follows: 2001 models 36 months, 2002 48 months, 2003, 2004 models 60 months, 2005 models 72 months, 2006 or newer 84 months on approved credit. Bi-weekly payments are; 2003 are fi nanced over 60 months. 2004-2005 are fi nanced over 72 months. 2006-2007 are fi nanced over 84 months. 2008 or newer 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. OACSale prices are plus PST & GST, admin, safeguard, PDE, registration & lic. fee. The following stock numbers are former rental units: Stock # V83, P115, V9920, V64, V80, V9917 are former daily rental buybacks. Some vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Sale prices valid on date of publication only. HWY 4 0 1 HWY 401 BAYLY S T W . BAYLY S T W .HARWOOD AVEHARWOOD AVEWESTNEY RDWESTNEY RDMONARCH AVEMONARCH AVE WE ARE N O T HERE WE ARE HERE SS OLDOLD LOCATIONLOCATION NONO FRILLSFRILLS NEWNEW LOCATIONLOCATION WEWANTYOURTRADE,ALLMAKES,ALLMODELS,ALLYEARS!WE WANT YOUR TRADE, ALL MAKES, ALL MODELS, ALL YEARS! NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST. W.1-888-527-4929 << SALES HOTLINE www.villagechrysler.ca "!9,9 7% 3 4 . % 9 VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “Thinking like a customer” BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? CALL MIKE / ASHLEY 1-888-565-0555 NO CREDIT? SLOW CREDIT? 1-888-538-0191 (AT MONARCH AVE.) JUST SIGN AND DRIVE!0 CASH DOWN! $ • PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC. BACKED WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • QUALITY RECONDITIONING • NATIONWIDE SERVICE OVER 150 USED VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM! VILLAGE CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP FINANCINGON ALL USED CARS!!00%% 2002 DODGE CARAVAN LOADED, 7 PASS. Stk#J9210A 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2005 DODGE CARAVAN DVD, QUADS, LOW KM Stk#P989100%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ONLY 34,OOO KM, STO’ N GO, LOADED Stk#T9046A00%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2007 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN STO N’ GO, RIMS, REAR A/C Stk#P9806 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2008 DODGE CALIBER AUTO, A/C, LOW KM, 4 CYL. Stk#V86 00 %% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA LOW KM, AUTO, A/C, PWR GROUP, 4 CYL Stk#V8300%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 4 CYL., LOW KM, LOADED Stk#V992000%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2008 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT RIMS, TINTS, KEYLESS, LOW KM Stk#P110 00 %% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA LOADED, VERY LOW KM. Stk#US9771 00 %% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2003 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT ONLY 60,000 KM, AUTO, A/C Stk#J8644A00%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2003 BUICK RENDEZVOUS LOADED, LOW KM, A/C Stk#P9870A00%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO COLUMBIA EDITION, CHROME WHEELS Stk#V9900A00%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2004 JEEP TJ SPORT AUTO, TINT, LOW KM Stk#V2900%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE LEATHER, LOADED, VERY LOW KM Stk#P9815 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5S AUTO, A/C, LOADED Stk#V8000%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2007 DODGE NITRO SXT 4X4 SUNROOF, AUTO, LOW KM Stk#J9191A00%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2005 DODGE SX 2.0 5 SPEED, 4 CYL., LOW KM Stk#V961100%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2006 JEEP TJ RUBICON DUAL TOPS, AUTO, A/C, LOW KM Stk#V87 00 %% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2008 DODGE MAGNUM SXT AWD ONLY 15,000 KM Stk#P145 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2007 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING SUNROOF, RIMS, ESP, LOW KM Stk#V9917 00 %% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 2004 MAZDA B3000 ONLY 21,000 KM, LOADED, A/C Stk#V9926A00%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* *Based on 1,700 km per month & 8 litre per 100 km. up to $1,000 value. 2004 DODGE CARAVAN ONLY 63,000 KM, PWR GROUP Stk#P4500%% 6 MONTHS FREE GAS* $7,998 CASH PRICE $97 bi-wk/72 $139 bi-wk/72 $18,985 CASH PRICE $148 bi-wk/84 $99 bi-wk/84 $114 bi-wk/96 $109 bi-wk/60 $153 bi-wk/96 $154 bi-wk/84 $123 bi-wk/60 $104 bi-wk/60 $152 bi-wk/60 $166 bi-wk/60 $25,985 CASH PRICE $117 bi-wk/84 $162 bi-wk/84 $82 bi-wk/72 $161 bi-wk/84 $21,985 CASH PRICE $144 bi-wk/84 $138 bi-wk/60 2003 HUMMER H2 Stk#T9121A FULLY LOADED, LEATHER, SUNROOF 201 BAYLY ST. $248 bi-wk/60 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 6, 2008