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The senior director of planning and capital redevelopment and support services, Rick Gowrie, led politicians, business partners, supporters and the media on a tour of the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital’s construction progress on Friday. The $60-million redevelopment project, consisting of 70,000 square feet of new space and 70,000 square feet of renovated space, is expected to be complete in the fall of 2010. Patients can expect: a new emergency department; a new laboratory; a complex continuing care unit with a capacity of 30 beds; redesigned space for the diagnostic imaging and cardiac diagnostic areas; and, a new ambulatory care unit that will include space for out-patient procedures and a frac- ture clinic. The new emergency department is to be completed by August of 2009. “We’re 30 per cent complete,” Mr. Gowrie said. “We’re on time. We’re on budget.” The emergency department, which cur- rently sees more than 42,000 patients a year, will be able to handle 60,000. The ER is cur- rently 8,500 square feet and was built for only about 20,000 patients annually. “We’re going up to about 21,000 (square feet),” Mr. Gowrie said. Since temporary spaces are being set up to accommodate the areas that are under renovation, there have been some hiccups, Mr. Gowrie said, but mostly with parking. However, although the lot on the west side of the building was supposed to be closed until June, three-quarters of it re-opened last week, which has cleared up some of those problems. And, once the public sees the progress and the improvements the devel- opment will bring, Mr. Gowrie has noticed they get excited. “I think we’re getting some buy-in,” he said. Builder Aecon Buildings gives the hospital Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo A worker tars a roof during construction of the new wing of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital. Hospital officials held a tour for local politicians, media and hospital supporters to show how much work has been completed. According to the officials, the $60-million project is on time and on budget. Surgery on Ajax-Pickering hospital going smoothly ✦ See New, Page 4 Durham’s crime killers Anti-violence strategy has successful first year Province asked to keep funding alive By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Pickering sup- ports an anti-violence strategy in Durham and has asked the Prov- ince to continue funding the Dur- ham Regional Police to combat gun and street crime. Last year DRPS received $510,000 to create an anti-vio- lence strategy in Durham, and the Durham Region Anti-Violence In- tervention Strategy (DRAVIS) be- came operational early this year. The police must apply for the funding every year. The strategy was set up by the ministry of community safety and correctional services to combat gun-related violence and other street-level crime in the GTA. “My personal opinion I’ll give it is fantastic,” said Sgt. Jeff Moore of 19 Division’s Community Re- source Unit in a presentation to Council last Monday. Throughout the Region, 110 ini- tiatives have been completed and there have been 507 arrests due to the strategy, Sgt. Moore said. “Sixteen weapons, including one firearm, were seized (since the beginning of the year),” he said. Officers are deployed in uni- form and remain in high visibility in marked patrol cars, on foot and on bicycles during warm weather months. Officers also distribute specially printed business cards outlining DRAVIS so residents can become involved in crime prevention in their neighbourhoods. Inspector Steve Ross, 19 Divi- sion Unit Commander, said the team utilizes crime analysis to identify areas of Ajax and Pickering where violent crime has occurred and determine where it will likely occur. This allows police to take a pro- active approach to reduce vio- lence, increase community safety and improve the quality of life in the community. 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Ajax council spent most of Tues- day reviewing the strategic plan put in place at the beginning of the council term, in early 2007. The current council term runs to November of 2010. “It’s very useful to get together like this. What we do and the re- ports, we lose track of where we are and what we’re accomplish- ing,” Mayor Steve Parish said. Christie McLardie, the Town’s communications manager, said the 12 priorities set at the beginning of the term remain, although one dealing with community develop- ment and outreach was moved up from number 11 into the top five. “They felt we needed to do more in that area,” Ms. McLardie said. “With a diverse population, we needed to do more outreach.” The top three priorities remain the same, with community safety number one, environmental initia- tives number two and protecting employment lands number three. “I felt this mid-term meeting was important. It’s unfortunate, we meet as a council on Mondays and at GGC (General Government Committee meetings on Thurs- day), but we don’t meet enough and have these chats,” Mayor Par- ish said. “Maybe we should do these things a couple of times” during a council term. It’s “self-serving to pat ourselves on the back” when a job is done properly, the mayor said, but it could lead to the Town living on it’s laurels. “We’ve got to keep going.” The plan the Town set at the beginning of the term “is a good plan. We’ve done some tweaking,” he said. Staff outlined challenges facing Ajax, including finance di- rector Rob Ford saying the cur- rent economic situation will have a major impact on the Town’s cof- fers. “Negative impacts will be in many areas, with the most signifi- cant being major revenue losses in all departments, including both development and non-develop- ment revenues.” On the positive side, the down- turn could see a drop in prices for construction work, lower inter- est rates on debentures, and lower or more stable prices for fuel, he said. John Fleck, the human resourc- es director, said adding more staff is needed to deal with a growing community. As the Town has grown, with the population topping 100,000 in April of this year, the size of staff hasn’t grown at the same rate, he said. Ajax has 3.39 staff members for every 1,000 citizens. The average along the lakeshore in Durham is 3.88 staff per 1,000 citizens. To get to the 3.88 average, Ajax would have to add 82 staff mem- bers immediately, Mr. Fleck said. Starting in 2006, one per cent of the tax increase was set aside for hiring new staff, which has enabled the Town to hire 27 new staff. Over the next four years, Mr. Fleck said about 50 new staff will be hired. Top 12 The Town’s top 12 corporate priorities 1. Community safety 2. Environmental initiatives 3. Protecting employment lands 4. Revitalization of Downtown Ajax 5. Financial stability and sus- tainability 6. Economic development and tourism 7. Ajax official plan/growth-re- lated studies 8. Local transportation 9. Communication, public awareness and education 10. Arts and cultural initiatives 11. Community development and outreach/events 12. Customer service Ajax reaches out to new residents Get Local 24/7 mobile.newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comP PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, November 27, 2008 Sunday, November 30, 2008 Kingsway College, Oshawa, 10 am - 5 pm Christmas The 7th Annual Christmas Craft Show will be a magical shopping experience you won’t want to miss. 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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 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 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... P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, November 27, 2008 durhamregion.com Fairness of proposed law questioned To the editor: Re: ‘Tough laws meant to keep young drivers safer’, Nov. 19 editorial. While I agree that something needs to be done, I’m a little uneasy with what’s been proposed. Just a short while ago, I read in a Toronto paper about the large number of charges that are laid, versus the number of convictions. Even the street racing laws get less than 50 per cent convic- tions. But what’s being proposed for new drivers would seem apt to follow the same pattern. I have no problem with suspending a license for 30 days for drinking, as long as it’s a conviction for drinking. How would you, as a new driver, feel if the officer suspended your license for 30 days, but when the charge went to court, you were not convicted? Besides potentially having to pay for the impounded vehicle and towing charges, you lost the ability to drive for 30 days, yet were not found guilty? We need a better system. Doug Frith Pickering I played paintball with my son and his pals recently. My younger son, mind you, not the older one. Never the older one. I have done some dumb things in my life; borrowing a friend’s nail gun without the manual, grabbing the spark plug of a lawnmower while it was still running, shoplifting an ice cream bar by sticking it down the front of my pants. But nothing would be as suicidally stupid as volunteer- ing to be the only adult target in a crowd of gun-toting, sharp-shooting, vengeance- filled, shaving-aged boys. I heard no alarm bells, however, when my younger son asked me to play. Besides, this was a small game. Small enough that Dad’s presence was a welcome addition to the meager number of participants. Actu- ally, all the kids seemed not only OK with, but thrilled to have me along. I relaxed and decided to jump in. And it was fun. Until I found myself cowering face down in a matted snarl of scratching, itching, three-foot high elephant grass, mask fogging to near blind- ness with every heave of my burning, mid- dle-aged lungs. I lay there, paralyzed with fear, waiting and listening. Certain that one of the sneaky little buggers would flank me at any second, covering me in more paint than a Jackson Pollock canvas. I understood why my kids would come home from a couple of hours of paintball nearly comatose. It’s the adrenaline. All it takes is to be smacked once by a paintball, at even marginal range, and you’ll do any- thing possible to never repeat the scenario. In the vernacular, it hurts like stink. The fear factor is very real. Which is both the allure and the dread of the game. It’s like hide and seek on steroids. But like any high-stakes scenario it’s also frighteningly revealing. Hence my shame at discovering the aforementioned craven, wind-sucking, 48-year-old scaredy- dad. But thankfully, none of us is beyond redemption. As I lay there in the mud, the pop-pop-pop of CO2 fired projectiles fill- ing the air, I reached down deep and found something I knew no adolescent had. I discovered a priceless commodity that only those of us who have survived to middle-age possess . . . guile. Then, like a snake in the grass, I began to inch my way towards the backs of the unsuspecting 13-year-old enemy. I couldn’t see them from my iniquitous approach, but I could hear them. Hear their weapons discharg- ing, hear their innocent, naive laughter. I grinned a lizard smile inside my plastic mask of death, picturing the surprised looks on their trusting, adolescent faces as my paintballs splattered mercilessly into their midst. I was close now. Close enough to touch them. In a flash I popped up from my hiding place and with a Machiavellian laugh squeezed the trigger. Nothing. Nothing but a loud click. In the brief moment I had to realize I had left the safety on, I was engulfed in a hail of sting- ing paint missiles and, even more hurtful, derisive pubescent laughter. I fell to the ground, a five foot eight inch rainbow palette of humiliation and pain. One more thing to add to the dumb list. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic- writer, saves some of his best lines for his col- umns. Region sets clear direction for recycling in Pickering T he Region of Durham wants to have a clear look at what residents are, or are not, sending to landfill disposal. A pilot project will take place in about 750 households in Clarington and Pickering in January. Each household will be required to use clear garbage bags so crews can see what’s being thrown out. If there are green bin or blue bin materials inside a bag, the entire bag won’t be col- lected. Durham works commissioner Cliff Cur- tis said the project will ensure residents are making full use of the blue and green bin programs. Rather than expand what can be put into the blue bins, he wants the Region to get more “bang for its buck” by getting materials it currently accepts out of the garbage. He makes a good point. Who knows what’s going inside garbage bags? Resi- dents may dutifully place their blue and green bins outside their homes but what if there are more recyclables inside their garbage bags? One way to find out is to replace black and green bags with clear ones. Those who protest such a measure shouldn’t. After all, if they’ve got nothing to hide, using clear bags shouldn’t be that big an inconvenience. If the results from this pilot project indicate too many recyclables are mak- ing their way into the trash it will have a positive impact in that: A) Residents will quickly divert more material to recyclables or risk having their trash left behind and B) The amount of garbage placed curbside should drop as residents make absolutely sure only non-recyclable trash is inside their garbage bags. The general consensus is the majority of residents are making good use of our recy- cling programs. But there’s always room for improvement and using clear garbage bags is a good way to gauge the program’s success. Durham Region wants to increase the targeted diversion rate from landfill dis- posal by 70 per cent by 2010. That’s not going to happen if recyclable materials continue to be placed inside garbage bags. Pickering households selected for this pilot project will be supplied with infor- mation and plastic bags in the new year. We encourage them to understand that recycling isn’t a program you can opt out of anymore. It’s serious business and this latest measure proves the lengths the Region will go to in order to make every- one compliant. The joke’s on this big old paintball dad target Neil Crone/ Enter Laughing By Melissa Mancini mmancini@durhamregion.com DURHAM — It looks just like any other Durham Region Transit bus. Except it has no exhaust pipe on the back and the sound of the en- gine is barely audible. In fact, the noisiest part of the ride (besides the chatter of those on board) is from the power steering system. Because this bus runs on elec- tricity. The vehicle is one of two that have come to Durham as part of a partnership between the Universi- ty of Ontario Institute of Technolo- gy and Ontario Power Generation. “They have come a long way,” said Greg Rohauer, associate pro- fessor at UOIT. The buses have been rerouted from the Grand Canyon, where they were used to transport hikers from the parking lot to the trails 20 km away. They weren’t used for long when it was determined that much larg- er vehicles were needed for the job. So in 2004, the shuttles were packed up and put away in stor- age. When they were taken out they were in bad shape. It was decided they would be auctioned off for their parts including the 108 bat- teries on board, which are worth about $2,000 each, Dr. Rohrauer said. The coaches were saved from destruction when OPG made a $65,000 donation to help the uni- versity buy them. They have since been refurbished so they can hit the road. The vehicles take two days to charge fully, because the univer- sity doesn’t have the original bat- tery chargers, which would take about three to four hours to reboot the cells, Dr. Rohrauer said. Once charged, the bus can run for 130 to 160 kilometres. Most importantly, the technol- ogy is very green. “They are extremely, extremely clean,” he said. The bus can seat 25 people. Also inside is a laptop that logs all sorts of data including distance, speed and energy charges, graduate stu- dent Pierre Hinse said. So eventually, “I can predict en- ergy consumption before I drive it,” he said. The statistics collected will help Mr. Hinse create a profile of the bus on the computer that will cre- ate a digital model of the bus and show how energy efficient rides are, he said. “(Electric vehicles) are very rare sadly,” Mr. Hinse said. Because the technology is un- common, Mr. Hinse and Dr. Rohrauer are doing outreach to bring the research to local schools and show students the advance- ment that is happening in environ- mentally-friendly vehicle build- ing. The group also wants the buses to be as visible as possible in the community, so residents can see technology that is available. Dr. Rohrauer is hoping to have one of the buses running in a vis- ible route soon, perhaps trans- porting passengers from UOIT’s main campus on Simcoe Street and Conlin Road to the new Fac- ulty of Education downtown. durhamregion.com CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY DON’T MISS IT OUR 3 BIGGEST DAYS OF SAVINGS FLYER IS IN TODAYS PAPER Store Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-9pm Sat 7am-9pm • Sun 9am-6pm 1735 Pickering Parkway Pickering • 905-686-2308 Quantities are limted to in stock quantity only. 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Yet, evidence from brain imaging research suggests that one form of talk therapy known as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, or CBT, produces changes in the brain similar to those produced by anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medications. CBT emphasizes the idea that our thoughts (cognitions) affect how we feel (emotions). Treatment lasts an average of 16 sessions (includes “homework”), and involves changing negative patterns of thinking—and behaving—using slow, gradual steps. “CBT involves active collaboration between patient and therapist,” says Dr. Direnfeld, a registered psychologist who’s been practicing CBT since the early ’90s, and who is now the clinical director of the Centre for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in Ajax, Ontario. continued on page 11 SHAPE UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS New, Irresistible, Radiant This holiday season, get in shape with the U Weight Loss TM doctor-formulated, lifestyle-based weight reduction programs which are tailored to your needs and circumstances. 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The final sale is this Friday, Nov. 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 1203 St. Martin’s Dr. the sale has been taking place on the last Friday of the month (except December) for more than 30 years. It provides clothes and other goods for low-income community members. Give the Gift of HealthGive the Gift of Health ADVERTISING FEATURE HEALTH & WELLNESS continued from page 9 “In many cases, patients are quick to make worst-case- scenario assumptions, even when those assumptions are irrational and unwarranted,” explains Dr. Direnfeld. “My role is to use real-world evidence to help patients become more rational in their assessment of difficult situations, which then has a remarkable trickle-down effect.” Like medication, CBT has been shown to impact the brain in ways that are scientifically measurable. Take Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, characterized by anxious thoughts and repetitive behaviours that are meant to reduce the anxiety. In a study that compared CBT to Prozac, changes in the brain were essentially identical. Dr. Direnfeld warns, however, that a crucial element of CBT is a patient’s motivation to change. Patients must believe, unquestionably, that change is achievable. “When my patients—even those who have suffered for years or decades—understand that they can change their life, it’s like an epiphany,” says Dr. Direnfeld. “All of a sudden, life holds exciting new prospects for the future.” For more information about CBT or the Centre for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, call 905-427-2007 or email info@ccbt.ca. To advertise in this special feature, call Susan Fleming at 905.683.5110 ext. 231 Health & Wellness Every other Thursday in your News Advertiser Not ready for wrinkles?Not ready for wrinkles?Not ready for wrinkles? Our doctors now offer their professional European techniques and advanced laser technologies right here in Durham. Call today to schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation! 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Trojans punted from Ontario Bowl Pine Ridge senior boys’ squad earns best-ever OFSAA result in school history PICKERING — The Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas played exceptionally well at the provin- cial senior boys’ volleyball play- downs in Barrie recently, finish- ing fourth in Ontario. The No. 10-seeded Pumas qualified for bronze-medal match at the 16-team Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) ‘AAAA’ championships where they played No. 2-seeded and defend- ing provincial cham- pion Glebe Collegiate Institute of Ottawa. The Pumas lost in the bronze- medal game 15-25, 15-25, giving Pine Ridge the ‘antique’ bronze medal. The Pumas’ fourth-place fin- ish at OFSAA represented an improvement of six places over their seeding for the tour- nament. Moreover, it was the best-ever fin- ish for a Pine Ridge Pumas team in school history at OFSAA. The Pumas opened against No. 7 Rick Hansen Secondary School of Mississauga with a 24-26, 26- 24, 15-7 win. Pine Ridge then suited up against No. 4 Saunders Secondary School of London, which has captured the OFSAA ‘AAAA’ championship in four of the past five years. In two close games, the Pumas lost 20-25, 16- 25. In their final pool game, Pine Ridge played No. 13 Westdale from Ottawa and won 25-22, 21- 25, 15-9, putting them in second in Pool ‘D’, which allowed the Pickering’s Pumas fourth at volleyball provincials Pickering High juniors downed in semifinal AJAX — The Pickering High School Trojans’ quest to become the first Durham junior football team to capture the Ontario Re- gional Junior Football Champion- ship ended Saturday afternoon at St. Michael’s College in Toronto. Playing the independent school champion St. Michael’s College Kerry Blues, the Trojans fell 30-15 to the hosts. The Trojans found themselves in difficulty immediately fol- lowing the opening kickoff, as they took over at their own 10-yard line. Playing under three-down football rules for the opening half, Pickering was unable to pick up a first down and punted. Steve Triveri’s punt return gave St. Michael’s excellent field pos- session at the Pickering 26-yard line. Six plays later, quarterback Mike Harvey called his own number from the three- yard line to put St. Mike’s on top 6-0. Khaleel Wash- ington’s convert attempt failed. St. Mike’s sec- ond major covered 70 yards and nine plays with running back Akeel Lynch providing the highlight with a 29-yard screen pass reception. The drive ended with Harvey taking the ball on a one-yard keeper. The Kerry Blues scored once more before half time. Facing third and 17, the Kerry Blues executed a fake punt with a direct snap to Lynch, who barely gained enough yardage for a first down. Lynch picked up eight more yards set- ting up Harvey’s third touchdown Hockey Monarchs reign over Celtics PICKERING — The St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Mon- archs varsity girls’ hockey team opened its season with a victory over the Sinclair Secondary School Celtics of Whitby on Monday after- noon. The Monarchs scored its first Lake Ontario Second- ary School Athletics (LOSSA) league victory of the 2008-09 season with a 5-2 victory over the Celtics at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Shannon Stoneburgh contrib- uted a two-goal game, including an empty netter, for the Monarchs. Katy Arathoon, Tiffany Allen and Jessica Vella netted the other St. Mary goals. Drawing assists for St. Mary were Michelle Sabourin, Krista Har- ris and Stoneburgh. The Monarchs squad features a mixture of senior and junior players, with seven Grade 9 players in the lineup. The team, however, lost four veteran players from last year’s team to graduation. Pine Ridge grad stars in Iowa PICKERING — A former Pine Ridge Secondary School soccer player continues to shine on the pitch for an Iowa junior college squad. Jordan Webb, a sopho- more at Iowa Central Com- munity College (Fort Dodge, IA), recently captured First Team All Re- gional Honours for men’s soc- cer in the Iowa Community College Athlet- ic Conference. The Iowa Central CC Tritons fin- ished second in the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference stand- ings with a 7-3 record. The Tritons played North Iowa college in the conference semifinal, losing 1-0. Webb finished the season in ninth place in conference scoring with seven goals and seven assists in 14 games. Webb led the Iowa CCC Tritons in scoring with 20 goals over the past two seasons. He also added 17 assists for 57 points in 25 games played. In 2007, Webb was named as honourable mention to the all-con- ference team. 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The three-year-old Bowmvanille girl wore a nice outfit and had her hair done perfectly for the special occasion. “She already wrote a letter to Santa,” said her mom, Valerie Callahan. “Now all she has to do is tell Santa what she wants for Christmas.” It seemed easy enough, that is until Old Saint Nick asked little Brooke to come and sit beside him. “I don’t want to!” screamed Brooke. She had chick- ened out. And thanks to a new service from the Osha- wa Centre the tears and the hysterics were all caught on video at no charge. From now until Christmas Eve, parents can bring their children to meet Santa and have the whole experience filmed. It won’t cost you a penny. All you have to do is give one of Santa’s balle- rina princesses your e-mail address. Within 72 hours of your Santa visit you’ll receive an e-mail that will direct you to your video and you can send that video to anyone you please. 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We offer a sign on bonus, competitive pay rates and benefi ts, clinical support 24/7, Employee Assistance Plan, ongoing education, personal growth, paid orientation, education assistance, fl exible schedules, full-time/part-time/casual work. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career in health care, you belong at VHA. Apply today! Apply online at www.vhacareers.ca quoting fi le number PS-DUR-1010 to: Human Resources Fax: (416) 482-8773 or 1-888-576-3237 E-mail: hr@vha.ca VHA is an equal opportunity employer. Accredited by Accreditation Canada VHA Home HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer www.vhacareers.ca Accredited by Accreditation Canada Your sharp PSW assessment abilities, effective communication skills, compassion and fl exible nature are vital in providing client centered care. Requirements: PSW certifi cate, ability to travel between assignments by car. We offer a sign on bonus, competitive compensation, fl exible work schedules; full-time and part-time hours, comprehensive benefi ts package including employer matched pension plan, paid orientation program, on going educational activities, Employee Assistance Program. Apply online today using our online application quoting fi le# PS-DUR -1008 at www.vhacareers.ca or fax to: 416-482-8773 Human Resources, VHA Home HealthCare, 477 Mount Pleasant Road, Suite 500, Toronto, ON M4S 2L9 WE HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR PSWs IN ALL AREAS OF DURHAM Here to help you on the Road to Financial Recovery IRVING A. 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Trillium College Immediate Openings for Owner Operator We offer $1.16 loaded/empty, company cards, fuel premium, benefits, weekly pay, PeopleNet®. 2003 or newer. We are very busy year round with no lay offs. Toronto or Belleville based. Phone: 800-267-1888 or 613 961-5144 Contact Chris McMillan x123 or Pam Haggarty x114 Email: chrismcmillan@itsinc.on.ca. www.itstruck.ca OWASCO INC. Expansion has created a need in our state of the art dealership. We are seeking qualifi ed Class "A" Technicians along with 3rd or 4th year apprentices. We offer an excellent pay plan and benefi ts package which includes $30.00 + per hour. If this opportunity appeals to you, please send in your resume via fax or email to: Owasco Volkswagen Inc. C/O Service Management ralph.speelman@owasco.com michael.chiaramonte@owasco.com Fax: 905-579-5802 Phone: 905-579-0010 STORE MANAGER REQUIRED For a new innovative fi tness studio. CANDIDATE must have a great sales personality and be health and fi tness oriented. Compensation will commensurate with experience. ALSO SEEKING to fi ll part time positions. Two locations: AJAX and Danforth Please submit resume to: mariakard@rogers.com Career Training Careers Career Training Careers Career Training Drivers 15 AZ Drivers All Shifts Min 3 yrs exp. Durham Region Fax: 905-565-8993 Phone 1-888-535-6502 General Help $20 AVG./HR POSITION TRAINING ALLOWANCE PAID DAILY!! No Experience Necessary Call: (905) 435-1052 General Help General Help General Help Career Training General Help $25 SEASONAL CHRISTMAS HELP REQUIRED Full time only Please call: (905) 435-0518 /avg per hr. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good benefi ts and salary. Please fax resume to (905) 619-2901 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. General Help General Help General Help General Help General Help General Help General Help Careers Drivers Careers Drivers Careers Drivers Careers Bankruptcy/ TrusteeB Careers Bankruptcy/ TrusteeB Careers Bankruptcy/ TrusteeB Classifi edsLocal Marketplace To Place an Ad Call 905-683-0707 Q Or Toronto line 416-798-7259 Q Email: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Q localmarketplace.ca NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, November 27, 2008, PAGE 15 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com &REELANCE WRITERS PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED We require writers and photographers to complete freelance assignments for %AST OF THE #ITY $URHAM "USINESS 4IMES, $URHAM 4RADE AND #OMMERCE AND $URHAM 0ARENT. We’re looking for enthusiastic, versatile and experienced individuals. A background in journalism is preferred. Send a resume and cover letter stating availability, expected remuneration, 2 potential story pitches, along with 3 samples of previously published works (or links to your websites) by December 5, 2008 to: Tamara McKee, Publications Editor tmckee@durhamregion.com Subject line: FREELANCE No phone calls please. Remuneration is modest but local exposure is priceless. /NLY THOSE SELECTED WILL BE CONTACTED THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST Affordable luxury by the lake... HELP WANTED F/T Director of Care needed immediately for Retirement Home in Pickering. Fax resumes to 905-509-5467 or email info@abbeylawnmanor.com 534 Rodd Avenue, Pickering, Ontario 905.509.2582 • 1.888.999.5668 FAX: 905.509.5467 www.abbeylawnmanor.com PSW with med administration or RPN needed for retirement home in Port Perry. Part time evenings and weekends. Please fax resume to: 905-985-1881 Attention: Angela 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent & security. Rental Offi ce Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or (905)686-0841 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com We currently have a Full Time (one year contract) overnight and Part Time overnight positions available within our treatment resi- dential programs. Please visit our website: www.enterphase.com for more information on these and other job opportunities! Forward resume to: Enterphase Child & Family Services, by fax (905)434-1775, or e-mail jbrunt@enterphase.com LIVING LIGHTING in PICKERING Lighting Showroom Sales Associate Full / Part Time Our cheerful, friendly and dynamic team of lighting consultants would like to add another qualifi ed team player. Experience in lighting and/or retail sales would be appreciated. An interest in design and home decor is an asset. We are willing to train if you are interested in learning. Please send us your resume by email: pickering@livinglighting.com or fax: 905-427-5380 DRIVERS G-CLASS $12-13/hr. Full time 3am shift start, includes weekends Clean abstract, 5-ton truck experience an asset. Fax resume to 905-620-0366 WAREHOUSE PERSONNEL Midnight shift, full time, loading/unloading trucks. Afternoon Shift - full time, order picker. $12-13/hr. Experience an asset. Fax resume to 905-620-0366 EXPERIENCED MECHANIC required for busy Kubota dealership. Knowledge of agricultural machinery an as- set. Full time position, benefi ts package available. Fax resume to 905-655-8772 or e-mail: valequip@xplornet.com General Help A MEANINGFUL CAREER *Get paid for helping families solve fi nancial problems *High earnings potential *Set your own hours, *F/T or P/T Fax resume to Don Zynomirski 1-866-202-9710 ARAMARK CANADA Ltd. a leader in the food service industry is looking for an energetic self motivated person to work in St. Ste- phen's High School cafete- ria. Duties include food prep and clean up as well as cash register duties. This position is for 4 hours per day. Monday to Friday from 9:30a.m.-1:30p.m. No weekends or nights and summers off. This job pays minimum wage currently at $8.75 going to $9.25 as of April 1st, 2009. Successful candidate must complete and pass a police back- ground check. Please drop off resume at St. Stephen's High School main offi ce or call Madu at 1-905-623- 3990 ext 240 ATTENTION COMPUTER USERS, needed 27 self starting individuals, home computer work. Flexible hours, excellent pay. Train- ing available. Apply online only. www. homesuccessforyou.com BLUELINE TAXI is seek- ing customer-oriented ac- cessible and sedan taxicab drivers for Oshawa and Pickering. Earn cash daily and training provided. Please call Roy or Ian 905- 440-2011 CAREER SCHOOL of Hair & Nails. Is looking for a Part-Time teacher to teach fundamentals in Hairstyling. Please send resume to career@careerschool.ca CATERER WANTED: for Christmas Day, D ecember 25th at our Bowmanville home. We have a large family. High paying posi- tion. Please call right now. Chuck 416-510-2392 CLEANERS needed ur- gent for fast-growing maid service. Permanent posi- tion. Room for advance- ment. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. 905- 723-6242 CUSTOMER SERVICE, Pickering trucking compa- ny Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. competitive wages, Eng- lish/French a must. Call (416)724-1952. EXPERIENCED PROFES- SIONAL cleaner for full time positions in well es- tablished cleaning compa- ny. Ability to lift 50 to 60 lbs. and work night shift. Call 905-665-6681 GENERAL LABOURERS required for snow removal. Call 905-985-4979 or fax 905-985-6221. General Help Skilled & Technical Help General Help 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 MAINTENANCE PERSON required full-time for Oshawa apartment com- plex. Minimum 5 years ex- perience. Call (416)297- 7004 or fax resume 416- 297-9499. Only those cho- sen for an interview will be contacted. REAL ESTATE AGENT wanted MEMBER NOTICE Busy Real Estate Offi ce Requires Licensed Real- tors. No Cold-Calling, All Appointments and Leads Supplied! Make $100,000+ fi rst Yr. Working no more than 40 hrs. Call: 1-800- 596-2052, Use ID#1071 General Help Skilled & Technical Help General Help SIGN SHOP-requires ex- perienced full-time worker that can run a high res. ink jet printer, laminator and knows Flexipro software. Craig 416-884-9999 SNOW BROKERS 4x4 and plow, good condition required. Experience nec- essary. Routes available- Scarborough, Markham, Durham, guaranteed hours. Labourers for walks required. Call (905)619- 6761 or 416-439-3343. WE ARE LOOKING FOR key people to expand our fi nancial services business in this area. Experience not necessary. We will train. Call Shannon Mur- phy 1-800-847-4128 WINDOW WASHER NEEDED, experienced. Residential and Commer- cial, good with ladders, clean valid drivers license. Please call 905-428-1844, email: employment@ algonquin1.com Sales Help & Agents Hospital/Medical /Dental Salon & Spa Help HAIRSTYLIST Required for Melonhead Children's Haircare, Whitby. Must be caring and licensed. 905- 430-3434 www.melon- head.ca THE FACIAL PLACE, Es- theticians, recent grads for spa apprenticeship pro- gram. Strong interpersonal skills and the desire to up- grade technical skill levels. E-mail cover letter to spa@thefacialplace.com or call (905)831-9700. Skilled & Technical Help AJAX BODY SHOP re- quires full-time licensed body person & Prepper. Call 905-428-3000 or fax resume: 905-428-8812, or email: info@ ultimatecollisioncentre.ca EAVESTROUGH/SIDING Crews and helpers re- quired. Work year round. Experience preferred. Call Annie at 416-438-4344. LOCAL GLASS company looking for glazer to start immediately. MUST HAVE VALID driver's license,. Please call (905)626-1000 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: 905-623-2324 or e-mail hrsteel@bellnet.ca Sales Help & Agents Hospital/Medical /Dental Office Help GLASS AND MIRROR company in Whitby looking for a full-time reception- ist/clerk. Must have excel- lent math skills. 2-3 years experience in A/R and in- voicing required. Please fax resume to (905)434- 4547 or email to snapser @on.aibn.com Sales Help & Agents SALES MERCHANDISER 1 or 2 days per week. Call- ing on retail. Suit retired person. Pleasant work. Car and references required. Call 905-476-9194 Hospital/Medical /Dental DENTAL OFFICE in Oshawa looking for ex- perienced Receptionist/ Assistant. Must be able to perform all dental adminis- trative duties. Fax resume 905-433-7670 EXPERIENCED DENTAL Receptionist/Offi ce Admin- istrator required for ortho- dontic offi ce. The success- ful applicant will be profes- sional, enthusiastic and have exceptional interper- sonal skills. If you are a highly organized, fl exible individual with experience in Tracker, please email resume to CATHY at dai- gle@rogers.com or pref- erably, drop off resume at Dr. Daigle's, 292 King St West. FULL TIME, Dental assist- ant required, must be HARP certifi ed. No week- ends. Please apply by e- mail to: smile54@live.ca. Sales Help & Agents Hospital/Medical /Dental FULL-TIME RECEPTION- IST needed for maternity leave for busy practice. Dental experience and Ab- ledent knowledge is re- quired. Please fax resume to 905-728-4511 NEEDED DENTAL AS- SISTANT, level II pre- ferred, full-time, no week- ends. Previous experience required. Please send re- sume to: job4u2008@live.com PHARMACY TECHNI- CIAN (Maternity leave po- sition) for busy Oshawa Pharmacy. Minimum one year Pharmacy experience required. Pharmacy diplo- ma, OCP certifi c ation, Za- dall and long-term care background preferred. Submit resume in confi dence to vlau@medicalpharmacies. com or fax (905)728-9992. SEEKING A PART-TIME Parish Nurse. Send or email resume to First Bap- tist Church, 812 Hortop St., Oshawa L1G 4P1, fi rst baptistoshawa@bellnet.ca Hotel/ Restaurant FULL TIME maintenance person. Must be able to work without supervision, knowledgeable in plumb- ing, electric, drywall, pool maintenance, etc. Hotel experience preferred, but not necessary. Must be available days, evenings and weekends. Must have vehicle. Please fax resume to: 905-436-9544 RILEY'S PUB Now Hiring experienced kitchen help, Very busy Pub and Ban- quet Kitchen. Experience a must! Full-time/part-time. Drop resumes at 104 King East Oshawa Apartments/ Condos for Sale$ MOTIVATED SELLER. 2bdrm condo- $30.000 un- der market value First $55.000 offer will be ac- cepted. Steve 905.483.5112 Motivated Seller Industrial/ Commercial SpaceI BOWMANVILLE- 160 Baseline Rd.E. Warehouse and commercial storefront area for lease. 4500sq.ft., 18ft. ceilings, overhead door, reasonable rent. Avail. after Dec.-1. 905- 261-9447 for more infor- mation. CENTRAL OSHAWA, two shops for rent with one and two bay units, also one bachelor apartment, all in- clusive, available immedi- ately. (905)259-2552. FOR LEASE – 170 Bloor St. East Oshawa, 11,674 Sq.Ft. Prime Commercial Lot - Only. Corner of Bloor St. East and Howard Street. Deadline for Offers Dec. 15, 2008. Contact Su- san at 1-866-833-2033 ext 229 or scastro@dmsprop- erty.com FOR LEASE, INDUSTRI- AL UNITS 2 units. 2600-sq.ft. (including offi ce space), 1 unit 2100-sq.ft. No body shops/mechanical work. Avail. immediately. Oshawa area. (905)260- 8721, (905)723-1123 ext.22 FOR RENT - Newly reno- vated 450 sq. ft. end unit store/beauty salon in busy Hampton plaza, corner of Taunton/Old Scugog Rd. Call Joe (905)410-7812 or (705)786-1065 INDUSTRIAL BAY walking distance Walmart, Oshawa Centre, Stevenson/401 exit. High roll-up door, air compressor, $915/mo. in- cludes all utilities, parking. Auto repairs machining, hobbies and other uses (light industrial). month- by-month available. Also Storage Container available. 905-576-2982 or 905-626-6619. INDUSTRIAL COMMER- CIAL SPACE, 1250 sq. feet industrial unit in South Oshawa (Ritson/Bloor). Immediate occupancy. Call 905-839-9104. PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA, INDUSTRIAL UNIT, available immediately. 1,425sq.ft. Call 905-579- 5077 or 905-571-3281. Offices & Business Space OFFICE SPACE for rent above existing business North Oshawa location. Ample parking. $900 per month includes utilities. Call 905-655-3291. Stores for Sale, Rent/Wanted STORE FOR RENT, Mon- arch/Bayly, Ajax. Finished, nicely decorated. $950/mo+utilities. Avail. immediately. Long or short-term lease. Suitable for variety of businesses excluding restaurants. Call Sam Bishay, B roker of Record, Net More Real Es- tate Inc. 905-831-0017 Business OpportunitiesB AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Avia- tion Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualifi ed - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (888)349- 5387. ATTENTION: Tu rn 10 hours a week into $1500/month. Work from home online. Free training, fl exible hours. Go to web- site: www.succeedfrom homebiz.com Mortgages, LoansM $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 95% No income, Bad credit OK! The Mortgage Centre 1- 800-282-1169 www.mtgcentre.com 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 1-877-777-7308, Mortgage Leaders Mortgages, LoansM ANY 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages * Below Bank Rates * Refinance to 100% * Purchase 0% Down POWER OF SALE STOPPED!!! 1-877-568-9255 416-540-5977 www.butlermortgage.ca ASK FOR WILL BUTLER,AMP CREDIT!!! INCOME!!! Apartments & Flats for RentA ! KING/WILSON, OSHAWA Quiet building, near shopping, transporta- tion. Utilities, parking in- cluded. 2-bedroom apts. Available Dec 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. 1 & 2 BDRM Available anytime or Dec. 1. Two locations: 946 Mason St & 350 Malaga. $695 or $825/mo all inclusive, no pets. Call 905-242-4478 or 905-576-6724 1 BEDROOM basement apt in house - Whitby. Shared laundry, 1 parking. Mature person preferred. No pets/smoking. Students welcome. Negotionable rent. First/last & referenc- es. 905-579-7000 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., Westney/Rossland, walk-out, 3 pce. bathroom, lots of light, no pets/smok- ing. Available immediate- ly. $750/utilities and cable included. 416-859-3881. 1-BDRM BSMT APT, Pick- ering Brock/Hwy 2, spa- cious, clean, separate en- trance, 1-parking, 4-appli- ances, a/c. $725 inclusive with VIP cable. No smok- ing/pets. 905-428-2015. 1-BEDROOM APT, sec- ond fl o o r of house, jacuzzi tub, balcony w/glass sun- room, Jan 1st. $750/month all inclusive. First/last re- quired. No pets, non-smok- er. Central Oshawa. (905)728-8199, (905)243- 3418. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N., Oshawa. Large 3-bedroom townhome suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $925/month plus utilities. Call (905)579- 7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM apartment at Simcoe and Centre South. Clean central Oshawa apartment includ- ing utilities for $800. Park- ing included. Call Anthony 905-925-5696. 2 BEDROOM APT. Wil- son/Olive area. Balcony, parking for 1, coin laundry, fridge/stove. $792-inclu- sive. December 1, No pets. John or Carol 905-432- 9862 2 SPACIOUS 3-bedroom apartments. Clean, profes- sionally managed. Large backyard/deck. Near Lake- view Park. Includes park- ing, utilities, laundry fa- cilities. No pets/smoking. $1250 main fl o o r. $950 lower level. First/last. 905- 431-1552. 2-BDRM, upper fl o o r, small quiet 5-plex, near Oshawa Centre. Avail. Dec. 1st. $715/mo inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. Suitable for adult lifestyle. First/last. (905)728-9257 2-BEDROOM APT, $825 all inclusive. No dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Matt 289-240-4447 2-BEDROOM LARGE main fl o o r apartment, Park/Bond, Immediate possession. Heat, water, storage, and parking in- cluded, $900/month+ Hy- dro. No pets. 905-728- 8868. A 2-LEVEL UNIT for rent, backyard, private entrance, near 401, east-end Oshawa, full kitchen, no smoking/pets. Parking, avail. Jan-1st, First/last, references. $925/mo inclu- sive. Don (905)983-6052 Apartments & Flats for RentA Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX 2-bedroom base- ment, 4-pc bath. Ross- land/Westney. Separate entrance. Laundry, p ark- ing. No smoking/pets. $850 inclusive. First/last. References. January 8, 2009. (905)427-4881 AJAX, PICKERING Beach Rd/Emperor St, bright 2- bedroom basement, big windows/separate en- trance. Shared laundry. $850/month, fi rst/last, ref- erences. Mature single working adult preferred. No-smoking. Available Jan-1st. (416)884-2607. AJAX, Rossland/Westney Open concept 1-bdrm basement apartment, 1.5 bathrooms, full kitchen, separate entrance, park- ing, laundry, fi replace, a/c. No pets/smoking. First/last required. Available Dec. 1st. 905-427-7818. AJAX- 401/SALEM, 1- bedroom, walkout, base- ment apartment, separate entrance. Tot ally renovat- ed, bright, spacious, park- ing, A/C, gas fi replace, new appliances. No smok- ing/pets. Suit single profes- sional. $800/mo. 905-683- 8623. AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1029/mo. 3-bedroom $1139/mo. Plus parking. Available Dec. 1st. 905- 683-8571 ALTONNA/SHEPHERD, ONE bedroom basement, private entrance, laundry, parking, custom home in prestigious area. Large windows, raised ceilings, full kitchen, immaculate. quiet person, no pets. $775 inclusive (416)258- 9804 ATTRACTIVE PICKER- ING Brock/Major Oaks, 2- bdrm bright bsmt apt, sep- arate entrance and laun- dry, p arking, a/c, new carpet/paint, $950/mo utilities included. Call 905-686-5674 leave mes- sage. BACHELOR APART- MENT available Queen Street, Port Perry. Appli- ances included. For in- quires or to view call 905- 925-0115. BOWMANVILLE immacu- late 1 bedroom apt. Avail Dec 15th. secured en- trance very quiet building $929 includes appliance, utilities, parking and laun- dry facilities. 905-666-1074 BOWMANVILLE: 3-bed- room close to all amenities. $930 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Of- fi c e hours 9-5, Monday-Fri- day. (905)430-1877. DOWNTOWN Port Perry, great location. Large 2+1 bedroom, upper fl o o r, open concept, laundry facilities, parking. $1,050 + utilities. 416-884-0966. EXCLUSIVE 1-BEDROOM basement, Pickering. Basement with Jacuzzi. Large porch, garden. Park- ing. Available Dec 1st. $679/month. Clean person preferred. Separate en- trance. References. 905- 839-3000, leave message Apartments & Flats for RentA LEGAL 2-BDRM walk-out basement. Oshawa, Grandview area, renovated recently, sep. laundry, v ery big backyard, move in now. Something to look at to appreciate. 905-721- 2074 NORTH OSHAWA 1 bed- room Jan. and Feb. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appli- ances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry fa- cilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA 1-bdrm lower duplex. Clean, bright, laundry, 1-parking, non-smoker, no pets, yard, $700/inclusive. First/last. Available Dec or Jan 1st. Ideal for working couple. 905-430-6906. NORTH OSHAWA, newly renovated 1-bedroom $760 & 2-bedroom $830. Nice units. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 416-902-1174 or 289-240- 5659. NORTH PICKERING, bachelor apt style room, 600-sq ft walk-out, country living, only 10 minutes to Pickering & Markham town centre. $650/inclusive. Avail. immediately. (905)621-6050 OSHAWA 1/2 house with 2 bedrooms $850-inclusive Both available immediate- ly. ALSO 1-bdrm basement apt. avail Dec 1st. ABSO- LUTELY NO SMOKING, no pets. (905)576-3924 OSHAWA large bachelor basement, separate en- trance, galley kitchen, shared parking, laundry, cable, plus all utilities included, wireless internet avail. No smoking/pets. January 1st. $700/mo. (905)409-5409. OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM basement apartment, clean, bright, spacious & quiet, includes heat, hydro, water, parking, cable, shared laundry. No smok- ing/pets. $850/month, fi rst and last. Available Jan 1st. (905)434-7899 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM basement, large windows, separate entrance/drive, gas fi replace, new car- pet/paint, excellent area, avail. immediately, $715/month+ heat & hy- dro. ALSO 2-BEDROOM, plus loft, gas fi replace, pine fl o o rs, separate en- trance/drive, near all amenities, new paint, $795/month, +heat & hy- dro. First/last. (905)432- 1533. OSHAWA, Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866- 601-3083, 905-723-1009, 905-432-6912. www.apart mentsinontario.com OSHAWA, One Bedroom, bright, clean, quiet second fl o o r apartment. Fridge, stove, utilities, cable, park- ing. $830 inclusive. Wilson and Olive. Call (905)986- 4889. OSHAWA, Ritson/Wolfe, 2-bdrm including utilities. Parking, fridge/stove in- cluded. First/last, available immediately. Call 647-404- 1786. OSHAWA-RITSON RD S/Currie. Large Spacious Clean 1 bedroom (main fl o o r). $800.00, includes heat/hydro/parking. First and last required, available Dec 1. 416-653-5715. WHITBY, 2 bedrooms from $950 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Offi ce hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, November 27, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Friday, March 27th - Sunday, March 29th, 2009 Pickering Markets Trade Centre, Pickering For more info call Audrey (905) 426-4676 x 257 www.showsdurhamregion.com EXHIBITORS WANTED EXHIBITORS WANTED If is races, this is the show for you! FAST AND FURIOUS NORTHUMBERLAND MOTOR SPORTS SHOW 2009 APRIL 4th & 5th Cars, Bikes, Boats ATV's Call CHANTELLE 905-373-7355 or email cmcbridennews@gmail.com PERSONAL PRAYER TO ST. JUDE Thanks to St. Jude and the sacred heart of Jesus for favours received. May the sacred heart of Jesus be adored, glorifi ed, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred heart of Jesus, have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. St. Jude, healer of the sick, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times per day for nine days. This prayer has never failed, and your prayers will be answered. Publication must be promised. K.D. Sunday, November 30 Preview 9:30 A.M. Auction 11:00 A.M. Selling the Estate of Joan Lawson of Port Hope & Contents from the Home of Robert Carter of Toronto. Large Selection of Furniture to include: Large “Krug” Carved Oak Dining Room Suite, Maple Bedroom Suite, Mahogany Tallboy, Carved Victorian Settee, Carved Oak Display Cabinet, Washstands, Quarter Cut Dresser, Painted Oak Dining Room Suite, Upholstered Furni- ture, Oriental Carpets, Mirrors, Lighting, Large Selection of Prints, Watercolours & Oils. Large Selection of Glass & China, Quimper Pottery, Signed Moser Crystal, Doulton Fig- ures, Sterling Silver, Stamps, Jewellery & Books. A Large & Interesting Auction. For Full Details Watch Web Site for Up-Dates. Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 A.M. For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3rd: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Courtice home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include: Sofa and loveseat, coffee and end tables, chests, lamps, prints, quantity of collectables and glassware, large quantity of giftware, Christmas items, plus many other quality pcs. NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 Apartments & Flats for RentA PICKERING, Altona/Shep- pard, Furnished 1 bedroom basement apartment. Sep- arate entrance, all inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. First/last, references. $700/month. Call (905)492-0610. PICKERING, Brock/Finch, legal 1-bdrm basement, very clean. Sep. entrance, shared laundry, 1-parking. No smoking/pets. $725/mo utilities included. call (905)427-5597. Avail. now PICKERING, LIVER- POOL/GLENNANA, one bedroom basement, separ- ate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, park- ing, cable, close to amenities, no smok- ing/pets. $775 all inclusive. lst/last. (905)831-0001. PICKERING, Liver- pool/Hwy 2. 2-BDRM mainfl oor $950/mo, 1-bdrm apt $800/mo. Renovated, like new, walk to Go/Town Centre. Avail. immediately. Short-term considered, rent negotiable. Roger (905)420-4511, (905)619- 2655 PICKERING, Liver- pool/Kingston, large bright, spacious 1-bedroom base- ment, separate walk-out, cable, utilities, a/c, pool, parking, antique dining suite (optional), $825/month, available im- mediately, fi rst/last, no pets/smoking. (905)831- 2187. PICKERING, MUST SEE Whites/Bayly, 1-bedroom basement, very clean, full kitchen, bathroom, cable, internet, share laundry. no smoking/dogs. Female preferred. Immediate $775 inclusive (905)509-2737 PICKERING, Oklaho- ma/Westshore, 2 bdrm bsmt, sep. entrance, 1-parking, laundry, a/c, cable,. $800/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. Avail. January 2nd. First/last. 905-831-3617 or 416-995- 3617 PICKERING: 2-BDRM basement apt., sep. en- trance, a/c, parking. $850 all inclusive, Available January 1st. No smoking. Call (905)427-6813, 416- 771-7203 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 Smok- ing/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 SECOND FLOOR 2-bed- room apt., 571 Kingston Rd. West, Ajax. Non-smok- ers only. No pets. Private entrance, central location. $900/month. Call 905-995- 0887. STUDIO APARTMENT, main fl oor,private en- trance/lots of parking. Country location south of Port Perry. No pets/no smoking. First/last. $680/mo. all inclusive. Available now. 905-985- 9029. TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded fi nishes. Util. incl. Security & park- ing. Landscaped grounds, private patios & balco- nies. 2 Testa Rd., Ux- bridge. 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WESTNEY/SULLIVAN, Ajax New 1-bedroom plus living room, basement apartment. Separate en- trance & laundry. Parking. Available Dec. 16/earlier. No pets/smoking. $750/mo +utilities. Call Mujeeb at 416-666-2649. Apartments & Flats for RentA WHITBY - Brock/Dundas. Large 2 bdrm. apt., small, quiet building. Parking, locker, no smoking/pets. $939/mo. + hydro. Avail. Dec. 1. Call 416-438-4895. WHITBY - LARGE 1 BDRM. basement. apt. Kitchen, separate en- trance, non-smoking and no pets, $700/month. Available immediately. Call 905-665-6056 WHITBY CLEAN, bright, 3 bedroom main fl oor apart- ment. 5 appliances, Cen- tral Air, $1000+ 50% utilities. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-655-9178 to view. WHITBY immaculate completely redone 1 & 2 bedroom central. Available Dec 1. $785 & $922, appli- ances, heat, water, laundry facilities and parking. 905- 666-1074 or 905-493- 3065. 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, 1-BEDROOM apartment, $725/month in- clusive. Very good loca- tion, 3-mins from Go sta- tion. Clean building. Park- ing included. Available immediately. Call (905)666-3627 or (905)809-3749. WHITBY, 2-bedroom apt,. close to all amenities. $700 month, heat & parking included. First & last, available Dec 1st. Call 905-430-2248 or 905-665- 7632. WHITBY, BROCK/DUN- DAS area 2-bedroom main fl oor. Huge yard, parking, 4-appliances, walk to tran- sit. Quiet dead end street. $950/month +. No smok- ing/pets. Paul, 1-800-567- 9122. WHITBY, Large 1-BED- ROOM loft, suit one per- son. Brock/Dundas area. Includes fridge/stove, laun- dry, 2-car parking, back- yard. Quiet dead end street. Immediate. $750/month. No/smok- ing/pets. 1-800-567-9122. WHITBY, large 2-bdrms +loft. Incl. stainless fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer and parking. 1-1/2 baths. Great location. 1- 866-843-4430 or email: karenandgeoff heminsley@gmail.com WHITBY- new one bed- room, walkout basement, utilities, appliances, cable included. No pets/smokers, lst/last. Close to Go, shop- ping and downtown, $800 inclusive. (416)625-2363. WHITBY-123-Annes St. 2- bdrm. available in quiet adult lifestyle 6-plex bldg. Perfect for single mature person. Avail.Immediately. No pets. $780/mo includes heat/water. (905)725-4145 Condominiums for RentC BOWMANVILLE LUXURY Condos. Available Immedi- ately. From $1100/All In- clusive. All 5 Appliances Included. Call Jennise To- day to View (905) 697- 8261 Houses for Rent ! $ ! WHY RENT ? NO DOWN PAYMENT, NO PROBLEM! Own your own home from as low as $650/month OAC. Call Now for your approval to- day. Let's go shopping! Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 1-866-576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca ! $0 DOWN- AN UN- BEATABLE DEAL! own your own home. OAC. Minimum income required per household is $40,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. (905)728-1600, 24 hr. pag- er. Houses for Rent 3 BEDROOM HOUSE - Oshawa, Ritson/Rossland area. New windows/doors, front and backyard. Park- ing for 3 cars. $1000/mo. First/last. Available Dec. 1. Call 905-260-2007. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE Oshawa Ritson/Olive, cen- tral air, near schools/shop- ping, available anytime. $900+utilities. fi rst/last, ref- erences. (905)433-2170 3 BEDROOM, OSHAWA, main and upper level home, features hardwood fl oors, laundry, dishwash- er, 3 car parking, large landscaped backyard. Per- fect home for kids. $1,150 ALL INCLUSIVE. Jan lst, (905) 436-7411 4-BEDROOM, BRAND new home. 2-bath, garage, No pets/smoking. $1300/ month, plus utilities. Refer- ences, fi rst/last. Available Dec 1st. Call (905)850- 7220, ask for Sheila. triumph.trim@bellnet.ca (Attention: Rental) 7-BEDROOM ESTATE home, 5-bathrooms, 2-liv- ing rooms, garage, high- speed internet, local store, local ski hill, recreational forest, local swimming, close to 2-schools, large deck on a 2-acre lot. Great for large family, mul- ti-family or group/company. 12-minutes north of Port Hope, 1/2 hour from Peter- borough and Oshawa. Available immediately. 905-242-6776 74 BROWNRIDGE place, Whitby, 3 bedroom, semi, $1300 per mo. plus utilities. Appliances includ- ed, Jan lst. Maria (905)471-6190. A VERY upgraded modern Courtice home near Har- mony/401. Huge master with glass shower in en- suite. Hardwood, ceramics, high-end kitchen with gran- ite, gas fi replace and cen- tral air. $1,495 mo. plus utilities. (36 month lease comes with 50/50 cash back on price increase of home at the end of the lease) or negotiable. Available now. Bill (905)449-7355 AJAX 3-BEDROOM de- tached bungalow, large yard, near amenities, whole house. Avail Jan 1. $1075/mo + utilities. (905)683-6203. BASEMENT APT, $500/month, inclusive. Also 5-bedroom, $1,190/month, plus utilities, 2-bath. Newly renovated, suitable for big family/friends. 5-car park- ing, Oshawa, Centre St. S/Gibb. Price negotiable. (905)947-1926. BOWMANVILLE 3-bed- room bungalow, on a large lot in mature neighbor- hood. All appliances in- cluded 2 car garage, A/C, lst/last, references $1,350 plus utilities. January lst. (905)623-0116. BROOKLIN - New 3 bdrms., 2 1/2 baths, family room w/gas fi replace, 5 appliances, air. Great fami- ly neighborhood. $1450/ mo.+utilities. Avail Dec. 15. Non-smoker. Credit check. 905-579-5993 or 416-276- 9223. CENTRAL WHITBY, 3+1 bedroom century home, ideal for gardening. Short term available, minimum 6 months. $1300/month plus utilities. First/last, referenc- es. (647)321-5989 CLOSE TO OC & Public Transit. Spacious 3 bed- room house & 1 bedroom apartment. Both Dec 1. $1350.00 & $800.00 plus utilities. Call (905) 434- 0803 LARGE DUPLEX Upper 2- bedroom $745+hydro (heat/water included). Also spacious 2 bedroom main fl oor plus fi nished walkout basement, newly renovat- ed $1200+hydro (heat/wa- ter included). 905-430- 7816. Houses for Rent LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Bowmanville 4+ Bedroom. Ranch Style Bungalow with fi nished basement, ample parking, huge backyard and steps from ALL amenities. Available Dec 1st. Only $1700/All Inclusive. Call Jennise Today (905) 697- 8261 OSHAWA CENTRE, 4- bedroom, backsplit, yard, gas heat/air, 3 car parking, 4 appliances, $1175+utilities, available Jan 1. No pets/smoking. Suits responsible person, fi rst/last/references. Call (905)240-0070 (416)769- 2418 OSHAWA clean 3-bed- room house, fenced yard, fi nished rec-room, 4 appli- ances, quiet court, near shopping, schools, 40, transit. $1300/month+ gas/electric Students wel- come. Dec 15/Jan 1st. (905)213-3690. OSHAWA HOUSE beauti- ful detached 3-bdrm bun- galow, main fl oor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1150-inclu- sive. fi rst/last/references. December/January 1st 905-721-9789, 905-922- 4751. OSHAWA, Bloor/Grand- view. Semi, 3-bdrm, 3-sto- rey, close to 401, fully fenced, deck, gas heated, very clean, recreation room 10ftx20ft, 4-parking, $1100/mo+ utilities. Call Joe (905)839-3290 OSHAWA, LARGE 3-bed- room house with full base- ment. (Large enough for 2- families) New hardwood fl oors. Parking for 6-vehi- cles. $1200/month plus utilities, fi rst/last. Available immediately. 905-576- 8675. PICKERING, AVAILABLE Dec 1st, 3-bedroom upper level, or 1-bedroom lower level. Both units have full kitchen, ensuite bath, park- ing. No smoking/pets. First/last. 416-450-6682, (905)427-2308 PICKERING, Liver- pool/Bayly. Everything NEW. $1500/mo inclusive. 3-bdrm upper level de- tached bungalow. GO/schools/lake/shopping. 5-appliances, 2-parking, a/c. No pets/smokers. AVAIL. immediately. First/last. Call Sherry work 647-837-9834, cell 647- 388-7437 PORT PERRY. Main fl oor of house, 3-bed- rooms/kitchen/living room/bathroom. C/A/cen- tral vac/large deck/yard. 2- car parking,(1 in,1out).Available immedi- ately.$1200/+ 1/2 utilities. References required & checked. 905-985-7222, cell 905-809-4713. REDUCED! NEWLY Renovated bungalow, ex- clusive Whitby location. 1700+sq. ft. 3+1-bdrms, Over $100,000 renova- tions. Everything new. Avail. Dec. 1st. No pets. Mature couple preferred. References. $1550/mo+ utilities. Call 905-244- 5050, 905-683-8296 WHITBY, IMMACULATE 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow, fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer central air/vac, beautiful lot lots of parking. First/last, $1400/month+ Available immediately/Jan 1. (905)424-1673. Townhouses for RentT 3-BDRM QUIET WHITBY townhouse, a/c, appliances & garage, on bus route with shopping & schools nearby. Available Dec 1st. Call 905-668-6843. AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $1099+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. Personals Townhouses for RentT BOWMANVILLE LARGE 2-BEDROOM, end unit 1-1/2 bathrooms, fenced yard, c/ac, 5 appliances, near amenities, highway, many upgrades, move-in condition. No smok- ing/pets. $1200+ Dec. 1st. (905)442-6852. NORTH OSHAWA, 220 Ormond Dr., 3-bedroom, garage, parking, 5 appli- ances, air conditioning, fi n- ished basement, 2 bath- rooms, backyard, $1250/month plus hydro. (905)720-3684 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. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.real- star.ca OPEN HOUSE TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Pri- vate backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taun- ton Rd. & Simcoe St.) As about our move-in spe- cials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca RENT TO OWN, 3 bed- room townhouse, new paint, carpet, available now. open house, Sun- day, 2 - 4, 207 - 10 Bassett Blvd. Whitby Man- ning/Brock (416)-402- 1006 Rooms for Rent & WantedR AJAX ROOM for rent, up- stairs, large, furnished/un- furnished, bedroom with en suite bath, walk in closet, newer large upscale house at Lake Ontario. $150 per week. 289-314-0868 AJAX- Large, clean Fur- nished room in large quiet home. Share entire house. Phone, cable, laundry. $550/mo, fi rst/last. No smoking/pets. Bus route. Avail. immediately. (905)550-1353 or 416-893- 0140 FURNISHED ROOM + pri- vate living room, bathroom, utilities, cable, fridge, hot- plate, microwave, local phone provided. $550/mnth. Add second room $600/mnth. Available Dec 1, fi rst and last. Call 905-725-7679 LARGE ROOM avail in large home, near Pickering Town Centre, close to Kingston Rd. $450/mo. in- cludes cable and laundry, suits working person. Call 905-839-7237. OSHAWA, Thornton/Ross- land. 1 furnished room with kitchen & private entrance, parking. Working gentle- man preferred. No smok- ing/pets. $115/week. First/last 905-434-7532. PICKERING - WHITES RD/401, Room for rent, $450/month. No pets or smoking. First/last & refer- ences required. 416-917- 4949. Personals Rooms for Rent & WantedR ROOMS (OSHAWA), prestigious neighborhood. Swimming pool, BBQ, outdoor bar, deck, laundry, internet, new appliances, cable. Non-smoker. From $450 mo. inclusive. Avail. immediately Call 289-240- 4295, 416-732-1231(cell). ROOMS, NEWCASTLE $400, $500, $650 (base- ment). Share house. Near Go bus, 115, 401, fi tness centre. All inclusive, fi rst/last, references, Whole house $1350+ utilities, lge garage/work- shop 905-797-2177. SHARE AJAX or Pickering House, clean quiet adult occupied. Furnished, cable TV, internet, house phone, laundry, parking. First/last. Smoking out- side/no pets. from $425/in- clusive, no lease, www.sharemyhouse.ca 905-391-3809. Shared Accommodation 1 ROOM FOR RENT, shared cable, laundry, A/C. Pickering, Whites Rd. & Bayly. Smoking ok, (pets negotiable). $600/month. Close to all amenities. Avail. Dec. 1. Call 905- 420-7401. ADELAIDE/HARMONY, Oshawa Executive home, C/A, avail immediately. $450/month, inclusive. Bruce (859)-533-9202 or (905)725-3494. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2-males. Near all amenities, bed/sitting room, cable/internet, park- ing included. Available im- mediately, fi rst/last, $450/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. FURNISHED BEDROOM (Private TV/Sitting room) Professional female seeks same or student for Oshawa townhouse. Inter- net, cable, included. $500/month, available im- mediately. (905)423-7252 or lindapark100@hotmail. com. OSHAWA, 4 bedroom townhouse to share. Clean, safe, central loca- tion. Laundry facilities, cable, parking. Internet available. $425 plus hydro. Prefer working person. Avail. immediately. (905)429-0038 PICKERING, Liver- pool/Bayly, $600/inclusive. Female preferred - Single bedroom upper level de- tached bungalow, 3 available, shared kitch- en/bath. Everything NEW. GO/schools/lake/shopping. 2-parking, 5-appliances, a/c. No pets/smokers. AVAIL. Immediately. First/last. Call Sherry Cell 647-388-7437 or Work 647-837-9834 SOUTH OSHAWA (1.5km to G.M.) 1 large Bedroom in house $550, 2 smaller rooms $500-each. Wire- less internet, phone, park- ing. Avail. immediately/ Dec 1. 905-728-8209; 519- 754-7214 Vendors WantedV Vacation Properties COSTA RICA - OCEAN, river, mountain views 1 acre estate lots. Use your 401K. Starting at 89K. Ex- cellent Terms, Financing available. Mature develop- ment-pre-development pricing available. www.joyapacifi ca.com 1- 800-993-0962 INTERNATIONAL resort properties. Timeshare re- sales. Buy or sell. Huge discounts on pre-owned vacation properties. www.irpone.com. 1-800- 545-7394 SELL/RENT YOUR TIME- SHARE NOW!!! Mainte- nance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No com- missions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com 1-866-708-3690 SnowmobilesS 1997 SKIDOO MACH 1, 700cc, reverse, electric start, 4900 miles. Great condition. $3295, O.B.O. (905)432-5284. Lost & FoundL FOUND POSITIVE OUT- LOOK ON LIFE. LOSING WEIGHT MAKES ME :) :) :) :) ;D AND ;) SOME MORE. FIND YOUR :) AT herbalmagic.com MISSING SINCE Nov. 6th Rossland/Simcoe, north of Oshawa Hospital. "Bruiser" 10yr old brown tabby. Please call 905-839-9424 or 905-579-3961 if you have seen our family pet. Personals A MATURE ADULT single male, 52 yrs. old is looking for a down-to-earth non- smoking lady as a com- panion for a long-term rela- tionship. If any of you la- dies are interested please call 905-686-9838. CUBA FEB 2009 retired gentleman living in Picker- ing, non-smoker seeks un- attached lady friend for a week's vacation in Cuba, last week of Feb. 2009. John 905-831-5782 jstul@rogers.com Vendors WantedV Health & Homecare WANTED LIVE-IN Caregiv- er F/T Experienced. Start Fall 2009. Pickering area. 905-837-5422 416-356-1496 Articles for SaleA + PIZZA TABLE ($250). Cutting table ($100) Very good condition. 416-930- 9603. +METAL SEAL SHELVES (TWO) shelves ($60 each). Excellent condition. 416- 930-9603. 1/2 PRICE LEATHER JACKETS purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335- 7007. 65 GALLON FISH AQUARIUM, up & running, paid $1100 plus, asking $700 obo. Call 905-579- 6731 A HAIRSTYLIST CHAIRS ($180 each). Shampoo chairs($80 each). Hair steamer($200). Excellent condition. 416-930-9603. AFFORDABLE Applianc- es, HANKS Appliances, PARTS/SALES/SERVICE 310 Bloor St.W. Stoves $175/up, Fridges $175/up, Washers $175/up, Dryers $149/up. All warranty up to 15 months. Durham's largest selection of Recon- ditioned Appliances. (905)728-4043. AIR COMPRESSOR, 80gal. tank, 10Hp, year 2000 model, Asking $2000. Other machinery available. Call (416)705- 5375 APPLIANCES, refrigera- tor, stove, heavy duty Ken- more washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 BABY SHOWER? Birth- day Party? Christening? Rent customized stork sign. $45+. 905-409-3376. www.storksnightout.com BED, ALL new Queen or- thopedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca Articles for SaleA BOBBY ORR Auto- graphed 20 x 24 Framed Picture, Great North Road Certifi cate of Authenticity. Custom Framed "Flying Goal" $400 obo. Must see to truly appreciate. call Paul 905-269-0624 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL fl ooring. 1 or more rooms, I do it all! Carpets starting from $1.20-sq.-ft. installed. Laminate 15mm $2.20-sq-ft. Installation avail. Residential, com- mercial. Satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 COFFEE TABLE SET, tinted glass tops, Pewter frame, paid $400, asking $150. (905)427-5553 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 CORNER JACUZZI tub $300-obo; Playstation 3, like new in box $350-obo. I-phone, 16 gigs brand new $650, no contract (905)922-7015 DININGROOM SUITE, ele- gant cherrywood fi nish, large table on 2 pedestals with 2 extensions. 8 Queen Anne chairs, matching hutch with decorative glass/lights. Excellent con- dition. (905)723-2492 FREE SPIRIT folding treadmill, hardly used. Paid $900, asking $450 cash. Call 905-986-5651. GIBSON ES335 - Dot neck, red, 2 years new, in the case , never used. $2200 obo. Also, GODIN LGX - 4 years new (PRS fi nish), $825 obo. Ask for David 905-434-2970. 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 HOT TUB/SPA. Pickering. Custom cabinet, 5-6 per- son, never used. Warran- ty. Sacrifi ce $3,795. Call 905-409-5285. Articles for SaleA HOT TUBS, 2008 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacrifi ce $3,900. 416-779- 0563. ICEMAN COLD therapy unit, model #1100. Used only 4 times. $350 or best offer. Call (905)436-3936 MEN'S LEATHER COAT, black, medium sized, new, never worn. Paid $175, asking $100. (905)509- 2220 MOVING SALE- wedding dress 3yrs old, sz 14 -$200 obo, collector stereo side- board $150 obo, dishwash- er $50 obo. Kenmore dry- er, 8 years old, $100. Call (289)688-5982 leave mes- sage NINTENDO Wii XBOX 360 PS2. Make backup copies usable with the in- stallation of a modchip. Supplied/installed/warrant- ed from $75. Call Mike at 905-626-0542 (north end Oshawa) or check www.durhammods.com PIANO - 1950'S HEINTZ- MAN apartment size full keyboard, asking $750. (905)686-9315. PIANOS AND CLOCKS, 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 PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 PRESTIGE SCOOTER, hardly used (5 or 6 times). Like new. Paid $4,000. Asking $l,500. (905)421- 1700. 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. NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, November 27, 2008, PAGE 17 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Auctions NEW in the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Milestones is coming as a “fee for service” for the following special occasions: Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries & Engagement notices. Submissions are limited to 50 words or less and one photograph for the low price of $29 plus GST. Pre-payment is required. ALL NOTICES MUST BE TYPED OR PRINTED CLEARLY. Email milestones to ajaxmilestones@durhamregion.com; pictures should be sent as jpgs. For more information call Erin at 905-683-5110. ChristmasChristmas Tributes Tributes Remembering Our Loved Ones In NowNow Publishing Publishing on on WednesdayWednesday Dec. 24, 2008Dec. 24, 2008 Did You Know...Did You Know... that if you place your Christmas Tribute with a colour (or black & white) photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website. For further information please call our Classifi ed Sales Representative 905-683-5110 Tor. Line 1-416-798-7259 Nellie Jan Stell In loving memory of an unforgettable wife, mother and grandmother who went to Heaven on November 27, 1999 Now and forever, you are in our thoughts and our hearts so often each day. Your wisdom, strength and faith are guide posts for us all as we travel the earth without you. We feel your presence and thank God for the gift of eternal life, confi dent we will be together again one day. Lovingly remembered by Bruce David and Danielle, Tracy and Justin and grandchildren Chloe, Isaac and Cameron In Memoriam Articles for SaleA SNOW THROWER, Sears Craftzman, 20inch single stage, $75. (905)683-3823. SOLID WHITE oak enter- tainment unit, 5 shelves, two drawers, t.v. shelf. with doors (905)263-8124 In Memoriam Articles for SaleA WALL UNIT, 3pc black, 2 with glass upper sliding doors, $95, (416)459- 6604. Articles for SaleA 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 WantedV VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Spring Home Show March 14, 15, 16 Call 905-579-4400 Ask for Devon or Wendy Firewood 100% A KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD, excellent, very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measure- ment. Free delivery. De- pendable, quality service since 1975. (905)753- 2246. A-1 FIREWOOD, dry hard- wood, guaranteed. (905)436-6600 (905)260- 1774. HARDWOOD FOR SALE, free delivery, 12X16 inch fi rewood. $100/face cord. 416-716-4332, 905-449- 2100. 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. $500. Judy (905)576-3303 FREE KITTENS - 6 kittens to go to a good home. 3 Orange males, 3 gray and white females. Ready to leave mommy on Friday Nov 28. Located in Whitby. Call 905-626-5128. GOLDENDOODLE & Lab- radoodle puppies gor- geous colours, very low to no shed, great family pets, new litters ready in De- cember. 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com Pets, Supplies, Boarding PUREBREED Yorkshire Terrier puppies, Only 2 Males left! Raised in loving home. Tails docked, dew claws removed, vet checked, fi rst shots, de- wormed. $800. each. Call for more information. Evenings 905-352-3995, cell 905-376-4452 REGISTERED GOLDEN Retrievers, 3 females, 1 male. Puppies will come with fi rst shots, dewormed, micro chipped and 2-year written health and temperament guarantee. $900. (905)718-2326. TIMES ARE TOUGH FOR PETS TOO. Adopt a homeless pet! Now more than ever, you'll be saving a life. Dogs, cats near you at Petfi nder.com YOUNG POT BELLY pigs, black, males & females. Looking for good country homes. 905-434-0392. Cars for Sale 1996 OLDSMOBILE Delta, fully loaded, excellent con- dition, 282,000kms, super charger engine. $1,500. O.B.O. (905)419-0599. Cars for Sale 1994 Dodge Caravan Sport. Emerald Green. 3.0L. Auto-Factory Tint, 5-spoke alloy wheels, great looking minivan! 215K. Mechanic owned/ maintained, not a body man, could use a little TLC on L/Door, Rocker panel. Must go before snow fl ies. $1595 o.b.o 416-779-9658 1995 CHRYSLER Intrepid. Candy Apple Red. 3.3L Automatic. 230K. Mechan- ic owned/ maintained, not a body man, could use a little TLC on R/R º. Runs smooth, drives great. Great Winter car, must go before snow fl ies. $1295 o.b.o 416-779-9658 1998 CHRYSLER Sebring convertible, low mileage, 1-owner. $3500. (905)263- 2216. 2002 Chevrolet MALIBU V6, automatic, 4 door, ma- roon exterior grey interior, extremely clean pw/pdl/tilt/cruise, AM/FM CD player, power mirrors, alloy rims, 175,000-kms. certifi ed/etested, excellent condition. $3495 905-435- 1091, 509-579-3322 2003 FORD WINDSTAR V-6, 3.8L, 120,000-Km, 7-passenger, pw/d/l, air, cruise, tow pkg, well-main- tained, very clean, excel- lent condition. Certifi ed $4900. (905)430-9243 or cell 905-449-9243 2003 KIA Rio RX/V 133k, $3999. 2000 Grand AM $3999. 1998 Honda Pre- lude 145k, $5499. 1996 Ford Probe 153k, $2999. 1995 MX3 $2499. Others from $1499. Certifi ed and E-tested. (Kelly & Sons Since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www. kellyandsonsauto.com 2004 TOYOTA Echo, great on gas! Silver 2dr Hatch- back, Auto, Air, Intermittent Wipers, 146k, certifi ed $5995. Call 905-623-6275 Cars for Sale 2005 GRAND PRIX. 120,000kms. Excellent condition, certifi ed, e-test- ed. Asking, $9,000. (905)686-5453 or (416)877-1496. Best offer, must sell. 2006 PONTIAC G6 GTP 4-door sedan showroom condition. Fully loaded, heated leather seats, pow- er sun roof, a/c, 70K (80% highway driving). Asking $15,500 Call Jim (905)725- 5794 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 Cars WantedC ! ! $ ! 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). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Always the best cash deal - up to $300 for your good scrap cars, trucks and vans. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 or (416) 286-6156. Cars WantedC $ $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 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 SaleT 1999 FORD Ranger XLT, stepside, 3L, 2 wheel drive, automatic, new tires, rims, brakes, 131,500 kms, certifi ed & e-tested. $4500 o.b.o. (905)433-9474 Vans/ 4-Wheel DriveV 1999 WHITE ASTRO VAN XL, 182,000kms, very clean, no rust, many new parts. Asking $3500, O.B.O. (905)432-9449. 2001 DODGE Caravan Sport, fully loaded, 7-seat- er, cd/player, rear a/c, well maintained $1200. Call 416-720-6073 or 905-619- 9530 2004 DODGE GRAND Caravan S.E., 7-passen- ger, loaded, 70,000-kms. Asking $9,500 certifi ed. Showroom condition. Call Nesrin 905-430-0075 Antique Cars 1918 - 490 CHEVROLET Touring. Built in Oshawa, 50% restored, no rust! (905)342-3439, evenings. Adult Entertainment Asian Girls Hot, Sexy, Busty Best Service 24/7 Out Calls Only 289-634-1234 416-833-3123 ASIAN BEAUTIES Best service in town. Great deals. 24/ 7. Out calls only 416-273-0254 647-339-1800 MassagesM AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 Sun Valley Spa OPEN REALLY LATE Incredible massages 4630 Kingston Rd. Unit#8 (E. of Morningside) 7 days a week (416)284-7679 GRUNDY, Ellen (nee L'Estrange) - 78 of Ajax, previously of Drumcondra, Dublin, Ireland, passed away peacefully on November 25th, 2008 at Rouge Valley - Ajax/Pickering Hospi- tal. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Loving mother of Marion Setchim (deceased) and husband David, Gregory and wife Jenny, Debbie Miller and husband Bill, Colin and wife Marie, Graham and wife Tracey. Re- membered by 12 grandchildren, James, Alex- ander, Edward, Gavin, Derick, Helena, Kyle, André, Emily, Stephen, Liam and Mathew. Survived by brother John L'Estrange, Michael and wife May of England, Eamon and wife Pat, Pascal and wife Sheila of B.C. and sister Joan McDermott of Florida. Sister-in-law of Betty L'Estrange of Dublin, Ireland and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Sunday, November 30th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. with prayers at 8:30 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNA- DETTS CATHOLIC CHURCH, (21 Bayly Street East, Ajax) on Monday, December 1st at 10:30 A.M. Memorial dona- tions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. VOSSEN, Bernice (nee Hopkins) - Passed away peacefully at home on November 25, 2008. Survived by her husband Vincent, children Dan and his wife Jai and Darrell and his wife Wally. Loving grandmother to Michael, Jonathan, Kyle and Blair. She will be missed by her nieces Sandy Dawkins and Valerie Duckworth and her dear friend Grace Patriquin. Predeceased by her parents Douglas and Kathleen Hopkins and sister Beryl. Bernice was very active at her Pickering Senior activities which included bowling and line dancing. She will be remembered for her years working for Web Offset. As per Bernice's wishes there will be no Funeral Service. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (905-428-8488). A book of condolences may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca W.R. Gosse Renovations A Complete line of Service for all your home improvements. Remodel your kitchen or bathroom. Finish your basement. For a Free Estimate Call: Wade: 416-452-5060 Rob: 416-407-2085 B a t h r o o m Renovations& Repairs By Quality Construction 905 626-3771 www. QBATH.com FREE ESTIMATES Call Dan for a FREE Estimate 905.436.9823 or Cell: 905.243.1459 Interiors / Exterior • Commercial / Residential Over 25 Years Experience • Competitive Prices ROMEO PAINTING Specializing in interior and exterior painting. Call now for free estimates (905) 686-9128 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Apple Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)532-9056 (416)533-4162 (905)239-1263 Home Improvement Painting & Decorating Home Improvement Painting & Decorating Moving & Storage A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, November 27, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Christmas 20082008 CCarolsarols METROLAND DURHAM REGION MEDIA GROUPPRESENTED BY Christmas Carols 2008 available FREE Sing your way into the Holiday Season with your copy of our SNA Award Winning NO LIMIT ON ORDERS - While quanitites last 2008 Carol Book s ARE HERE! For those who love the Holidays ... THE AWARD-WINNING, LONG AWAITED 2008 CHRISTMAS CAROL BOOKS HAVE ARRIVED! for pickup at the following locations: OSHAWA THIS WEEK 865 Farewell St., Oshawa South of 401 Mon-Thurs 8-8 Fri 8-5 Sat. Circ. Dept 10-2 BOWMANVILLE SEARS 91 Baseline Rd. W. of Liberty beside TSC, Bowmanville Mon-Fri 10-6 Sat. 10-4 PORT PERRY STAR 180 Mary St. E. Unit 11 beside Co-operators Insurance, Port Perry Mon-Friday 9-5 AJAX NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Harwood S to Station (1st street past 401) west to Commercial Mon-Fri 9-5 BROOKLIN VIDEO IMAGE CAFE 58 Baldwin St., Brooklin near Home Hardware Mon-Sun 10-9 Death Notices In Memoriams Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Service Directory Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be respon- sible for more than one inser- tion in the event of an error. Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, November 27, 2008 PAGE 19 P SpotlightSpotlight on Businesson Business ADVERTISING FEATURE INTERIOR CONTRACTING Finished Basements • In-law Apartments • Home Offices Complete Interior Improvements 416.801.2945FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES Relax. 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Ted’s Famous Steak on a Kaiser & Onion Rings Thanks! for voting us your #1 hamburger!2008 Diamond CHRIS, OWNER NOW OFFERING FISH & CHIPS! London Fogg Interiors has been in business for 22 years. The company specializes in interior painting, faux fi nishes and hanging wallpaper. Owner Paul Pearce takes care of the work for Durham Region while two other painters on staff take care of Peel Region. Pearce is proud of his company’s reputation. Having been in the business for 31 years, he knows the job inside and out! Nearly every job comes to Paul from word-of-mouth refer- rals from pleased customers. “Customers love the work we do and some are willing to wait from six to eight months for us to come and do work for them.” The London Fogg teams helps customers make decisions about fi nishes and colour selection. “Many customers al- ready know what they want but we can help them narrow down their choices.” Each job can take from a couple of hours to many weeks depending on what is required. London Fogg Interiors will come to your home to estimate the job and work with you to make your fi nal choices. If you just want it done, call someone else, but if you want it done right call London Fogg Interiors. “Let us help you turn your house in to a home.” For a high quality interior work, contact London Fogg Interiors at 905-619-6549 or reach Paul on his cellphone at 416-566-8729. Want it done right? Call London Fogg Interiors G.T.A. 416-886-8702 DURHAM 905-999-2176 FAX 905-683-7713 E-MAIL s1500@sympatico.ca MODERN LIMOUSINE AIRPORT ¤ BUSINESS ¤ PERSONAL Specializing in “Executive Transportation Services” Pumas to advance to the champi- onship round. The Pumas played No. 5 Ursuline College of Chatham in the quarter- final and won 30-28, 19-25, 15- 6. This advanced the Pine Ridge seniors to the semifinal against No.3-seeded Birchmount Col- legiate Institute of Scarborough, which ended up being the even- tual OFSAA champions. Pine Ridge lost 20-25, 12-25, but still earned a berth in the bronze-medal con- test. To get to OFSAA, the Pumas fin- ished as Durham Region champs in Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) play this sea- son. In the championship final, Pine Ridge defeated the Ajax High School Rams in straight sets on Nov. 13. The Pumas’ overall season match record was 42-6 with an out- standing record of 92 sets won and only 18 lost. Three of the team’s match losses came at OFSAA to the eventual champions from Birch- mount C.I., bronze medallists and last year’s champions Glebe C.I., No. 4 seeded and previous OFSAA champion Saunders S.S. Two of the team’s other three losses came to OFSAA quarter-finalists Grand River C.I (Kitchener) and Chatham Kent S.S. (‘AAA’ ‘antique’ bronze medallists). In addition to a fourth-place finish at OFSAA, the Pumas won three tournaments (Durham Col- lege, Seneca College, Ajax HS) and made it to the semifinals in the McMaster University and the Uni- versity of Guelph senior boys’ tour- naments. Team members are Craig Dixon, Eric Fox, Qassim Wahab, Janoi Wright, Nathaniel Virgo, Adam Cor- less (captain), Matthew Henchey, Jamal Laane and Daniel Popovic. Mark O’Neill coaches the Pumas’ senior boys’ squad, assisted by Jen- nifer Bogart, George Burford and Jennifer O’Neill. Submitted photo The Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas finished fourth overall at the 16-team Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) ‘AAAA’ senior boys’ volleyball championship in Barrie recently. The LOSSA champion Pumas were seeded 10th entering the provincials. ✦ Pine from page 12 Pine Ridge ends stellar court season of the game from three yards out. Washington’s second con- vert put St. Mike’s up 20-0. In the second half, the Trojans looked more comfortable play- ing four-down football. A failed on-side kick to open the second half gave the Kerry Blues mid- field possession. However Sha- kir Lewis, with a tackle on Jelani Daniel, helped the Trojans force the Kerry Blues to punt without gaining a first down. Stobbart then engineered a 12-play, 82-yard drive for the Trojans’ first major of the game. Stobbart earned the touchdown on a six-yard keeper following an errant snap exchange. Taylor Eskins, with the con- vert, reduced the St. Mike’s lead to 20-7. Pickering unsuccessfully tried another on-side kick. This time, the Kerry Blues made Pickering pay, with Lynch demonstrating his skills by picking up 36 yards on two carries, including a 30- yard touchdown run on the final play of the third quarter. The convert once again made it a 20- point (27-7) game. The Trojans opened the fourth quarter with a seven-play drive covering 54 yards. But, facing fourth and 10 from the Kerry Blues 10-yard line, a pitch to Eskins followed by a pass to Tristan Clough in the end zone was incomplete, resulting in a turnover. The Kerry Blues responded with a drive that put them first- and-10 at the Pickering 11-yard line, including a 58-yard run by Lynch, which ended with a touchdown-saving tackle by a diving Denver Wright. Although Wright saved a touchdown, he exited the game with a broken finger. St. Mike’s settled for a 22-yard field goal by Washington. With 2:28 remaining, Stobbart again took the Trojans 67 yards in seven plays against a Kerry Blue defence operating in pre- vent mode. Demetrius McFarquhar scored a touchdown on a one-yard run. Stobbart tossed his third suc- cessful pass of the final drive to Eskins for a two-point convert to close the scoring. The Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) cham- pion Trojans earned their way to the Ontario Bowl semifinals after posting a dominating 43-6 victory over the Fenelon Falls Falcons, the Central Ontario Sec- ondary School (COSSA) champs, in the quarter-final game recent- ly. ✦ Trojans from page 12 Trojans fall short of Bowl final Just minutes from MARKHAM Just minutes fromJust minutes from PICKERINGPICKERING SHEPPARD AVE.SHEPPARD AVE. HWY. 401HWY. 401 LAWRENCE AVE.LAWRENCE AVE. EGLINTON AVE.EGLINTON AVE.WARDEN AVE.WARDEN AVE.BIRCHMOUNT RD.BIRCHMOUNT RD.KENNEDY AVE.KENNEDY AVE.DANFORTHRD.DANFORTH RD.MCCOWANRD.MCCOWAN RD .MARKHAMRD.MARKHAM RD . 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