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The LCBO employee has filed a grievance against Liquor Control Board of Ontario officials at the Whitby warehouse, where he’s worked for 26 years, and complained to Durham Regional Police. He said he was asked by his boss to remove a vest with a Toronto Star newspaper headline that read “Obamania,” which he had imprinted on the back. He had been wearing it, along with a Barack Obama T-shirt, at work for months before the presidential election. “People pass by and say ‘Go Obama’,” he said. But Mr. Salmon said on Jan. 26, he was approached by an LCBO official who asked that he either take the vest off or turn it inside out due to a complaint from a co- worker. He then put it in his locker, but not without wondering why he was asked to remove it. “I see stuff you shouldn’t even be wearing in the workplace,” he said, adding people wear T-shirts with explicit language and sports emblems. “Why would the name (offend) some- body?” he said. Mr. Salmon, who said he suffers from a permanent arm injury, claims his boss tugged at him while trying to turn him around when he was first approached. He then went to a doctor and filed a complaint with police. Sergeant Nancy van Rooy, Durham po- lice’s media relations spokeswoman, con- firmed Mr. Salmon filed the complaint. “An investigation is ongoing but I can’t comment further on its status,” she said. Chris Layton, LCBO media spokesman, confirmed a co-worker did complain and the matter will be dealt with through the grievance process. There is no dress code at the warehouse. “There is sort of an understanding that employees can wear clothing that’s obvi- ously comfortable for them... but if someone objects to clothing for whatever reason... management at the warehouse would re- spond to that objection, and that in essence is what has happened,” he said. Mr. Layton is also aware of the complaint to police but couldn’t comment further. Mr. Salmon’s wife and four children are U.S. citizens and he feels the new president has been a positive figure in his children’s lives. He wears the vest because he feels Mr. Obama is the first president people respect world-wide. “I tell my kids, ‘You see that? You can be what you want to be’,” he said. Nobomania for Pickering resident ‘There is sort of an understanding that employees can wear clothing that’s obviously comfortable for them...’ -- LCBO SPOKESMAN CHRIS LAYTON Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Albert Salmon says he was asked to remove a vest with the words, ‘Obamania’, on the back while working at the LCBO warehouse in Whitby. Four struck by vehicles in early morning hours last December By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Five people have been charged in the death of a man who was run over during a wild melee at a Pickering night club more than a month ago. The men, who were tracked down and arrested in Montreal late last week, are accused of plowing a van through a crowd after being ejected from the Tropix Res- taurant and Lounge on Liverpool Road near Kingston Road, Durham police said. A Scarborough man died in the first of what would be two unrelated hit-and-run incidents in the early morning hours of Dec. 13. In all, four people were struck by vehicles in a bizarre series of events at the club. The arrests come after a lengthy and intensive investigation that involved lo- cating and interviewing witnesses present at the scene, said Sergeant Shaun Arnott of the Traffic Services Branch. “There was a team of officers involved from day one,” he said. “We had to piece it together . . . people were co-operative when they were ap- proached.” Police knew they were looking for a blue late model Dodge van that had possibly sustained damage to its front end. Infor- mation gathered during the investigation led cops to Quebec. “Weeks into the investigation we knew we would be going to Montreal,” Sgt. Ar- nott said. Police allege the five suspects got into an altercation with staff after being re- jected from the Tropix. The suspects got into a vehicle and left the club but returned and plowed through a crowd gathered in the parking lot, police said. Three people were struck. Hardat (Ron- ald) Dyall, 35, of Markham, sustained seri- ous injuries and died in hospital on Dec. 17. The remaining victims are still recover- ing from their injuries. Police have charged the alleged driver, Kesevan Muthulingam, 26, of Montreal, with criminal negligence causing death, two counts of criminal negligence causing bodily harm and failing to remain at the scene of an accident. The charge reflects “a lack of regard for people in the area,” Sgt. Arnott said. “We’re still trying to gather information on the deliberateness of the act.” Four other Montreal men face charges related to acting as accessories after the alleged offence and obstructing justice. One of the four is also charged with threatening death. The hit-and-run incident was one of two at the Tropix on Dec. 13. As paramedics tended to those hurt in the first incident, a car was revved and then driven quickly through the lot, strik- ing an 18-year-old Pickering man who was dragged more than 30 metres and became dislodged when the vehicle hit ambu- lances. An officer fired a shot that stuck the Hyundai Elantra as it fled the parking lot. The police helicopter was called in to track the fleeing vehicle and the driver was eventually apprehended a few kilo- metres away. Adrien Rameswar, 21, of Scarborough, is charged with dangerous driving caus- ing bodily harm, impaired driving causing bodily harm and other offences relating to that incident. 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Below is a list of items that are NOT acceptable in Durham’sBlueBoxrecyclingprogram: This is to give notice that the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham intends to review and adopt or amend and adopt the 2009 Regional Business Plans and Property Tax Budgets on Wednesday February 18, 2009 for Regional Operations, the Police Services Board, Outside Agencies, Provincial Download Services Costs, Durham Region Transit, Solid Waste Management and related 2009 Regional Property Tax Rates. The review and adoption or amendment and adoption of the 2009 Business Plans and Budgets and related fees and charges will occur at the regularly scheduled Regional Council meeting which commences at 10:00 a.m. on February 18, 2009 in the Regional Council Chambers located at 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario. Comments from the public are welcome in writing or by attending the Council meeting and presenting oral comments. 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They were presented with a report updat- ing the progress of the Early Years and the Child Care Ad Hoc Committee and seeking approval to move ahead. The committee was created to oversee, guide and direct the board’s early years’ ini- tiatives and activities. “Early intervention for children is not enough,” said Lisa Millar, superintendent of Pickering and Early Years/Child Care, during the Feb. 2 presentation to Durham District School Board’s standing committee. As a school board, Durham has tradition- ally started its focus on four year olds as they enter school, the report states. But recently they’ve come to understand that success in Kindergarten is a predictor of achievement through school. The broad foundations for learning are established from birth onwards, the report states. Research has revealed the importance of learning from birth to age six and its impact on school readiness. The report includes studies supporting the need for school boards to work in early years programs and partnerships. “I don’t understand why we haven’t been doing this since the beginning of time,” said Ajax Trustee Marilyn Crawford. The research only came into place in the last 10 years, said John Howard, early years’ liaison co-ordinator. Some of the next steps listed in the early learning report include expanding the School’s Cool program throughout the dis- trict for this summer; creating two parenting and family literacy hubs with community partners for this fall; establishing four min- istry of education parent and family literacy centres in Durham schools in areas of need; and creating strategic plans for early years initiatives. School’s Cool is a 72-hour school-readi- ness program for children ages three to five. Its curriculum includes activities for social, self-help, language and math competen- cies. Parenting and family literacy centres are intended to provide development through parent-child interaction; offer family literacy for school preparation; and help kids better transition to Kindergarten by allowing cen- tre staff and Kindergarten teachers to work together. School board staff have met with the Ministry of Education and will know if they’ll receive funding for the centres this March when the budget is announced. The parenting and family literacy hubs are programs occurring in partnership with community agencies, such as the YMCA. Ajax celebrating Black History Month AJAX — February is Black History Month and the Town has joined with a youth pro- gram to put up displays. The display of artifacts and information on African and Caribbean countries will be at the Ajax Community Centre on Feb. 9 from 3 to 7 p.m., and on Feb. 10, 12 and 13 from 3 to 8 p.m. The display will be at the McLean Com- munity Centre on Feb. 18 and 19 from 3 to 8 p.m. The Town has teamed with the Youth HOST Program, part of the Women’s Mul- ticultural Resource and Counselling Centre (WMRCC), in preparing the display. “The ethnic and cultural diversity in Ajax has added significantly to the cultural fabric of our community, and through commu- nity partnerships such as this one, we are hopeful that residents will learn more about the legacy of African-Canadians and their neighbours,” said Sharlene Melnike, com- munity development co-ordinator. School board takes a close look at early learning By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — By the end of their new contact, all Durham public school board principals and most vice principals will move into the $100,000 club. A three-per-cent salary increase for each year of a new four-year deal was approved by the Durham District School Board during its Feb. 2, special board meeting. The terms and conditions are for principals, vice principals, and management, professional and administrative (MPA) staff. “The secondary and elementary principals, if they’re at the top of their grid are already over the $100,000 mark,” said Andrea Pidwerbecki, the board’s communications manager. “And in terms of the vice principals, the most simplified thing to say is that by the end of this contract we’re going into, they would all be over the $100,000 mark... if they’re at the top, the maximum grid level.” Due to the salary ranges, she was unable to provide an exact number on how many people the wage in- crease would push into the $100,000 category. Currently, the board has 207 elementary principals and vice- principals and 75 secondary admin- istrators. Those who end up moving into the $100,000 wage group will be in- cluded on the Province’s disclosure list, she said. Wage ranges as of September 2009 are: secondary principals, $106,599 to $116,396; elementary principals, $97,207 to $110,724; secondary vice principals, $94,273 to $102,120; and elementary vice principals, $90,263 - $92,449 “Every year until the contract ends, it’s three per cent on top of that,” Ms. Pidwerbecki said. The new contract also includes group benefit improvements. It’s effective from Sept. 1, 2008 until Aug. 31, 2012 for principals and vice principals, and from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2012 for MPA staff, a group which includes administrative as- sistants, psychological services staff, speech pathologists, social workers and others. The MPA group includes 175 board staff members. So far, the board has reached agreements with all of its employ- ee groups except the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO), Durham Local. Negotia- tions resume next week. DURHAM — Pickering resident Roger Booker is the latest lucky Lotto 6/49 winner from the region, taking home $14.8 million. The 41-year-old man only just realized he’d won the big bucks -- one third of $44.4 million that was up for grabs in the Jan. 24 draw. “I usually wait until my wallet is fat, then I go in and check the tick- ets all at once,” Mr. Booker said of the delay in claiming his prize. His shock in discovering his win led him to grab the man work- ing behind the counter and kiss his forehead. He then drove home honking all the way and broke the good news to Kim, his wife of 20 years. Mr. Booker plans to keep his job at Toronto Hydro for now while the couple looks into purchasing a cottage not far from Pickering and travelling cross country. “I’m ready to stimulate the econ- omy,” Mr. Booker said. “The kids asked for a plasma screen and a Playstation 3 for Christmas and it’s coming.” He purchased the winning tick- et at All in One Convenience on Kingston Road in Pickering. The other two jackpot winners are Jorma Hogbacka of St. Catha- rines and Toronto resident David Thompson. SOMEONE TODAY AND CHANGE A Hire Life STRONG PEOPLE... CARING COMMUNITIES... OUR FUTURE! “Facing unemployment was frightening. Ontario Works helped us through the rough patch. I received skills upgrading that led to my new job. We’re back on track” Our services are free of charge We’re a proven recruitment service. Employment specialists who know the local employment scene. We’ll meet with you to tell you about our services. 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Pickering man claims final share of huge jackpot Roger Booker is $14.8 million richer thanks to his Lotto 6/49 win. More principals moving up to $100,000 club Whitby Mental Health Centre Seeks Study Volunteers with Alzheimer’s Disease ICARA Study to evaluate safety and effectiveness of an investigational drug for controlling progression of Alzheimer’s disease Whitby Mental Health Centre is participating in ICARA (Investigational Clinical Amyloid Research in Alzheimer’s) – an international clinical study to learn if an investigational drug can help control the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. In total, approximately 2050 patients will be enrolled at research sites in North America. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive loss of memory and cognitive function. It destroys brain cells, causing problems with memory, thinking and behavior severe enough to affect everyday life. Alzheimer’s gets worse over time, and it is fatal. 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A medical team including a nurse or study coordinator and a physician will monitor participants throughout the study. More information about the study is available by calling 416-603-5800 ext 3406/3477 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com ‘Each one ask one,’ says Smith By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — It’s during tough times when the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade is needed most. John G. Smith was sworn-in as the presi- dent on Tuesday, replacing outgoing presi- dent Don Terry. During his acceptance speech at the cer- emony at Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facil- ity in Ajax, Mr. Smith offered a challenge to the approximately 200 people attending the event. “Each one ask one. Everyone in the room knows one businessman who doesn’t belong to the board of trade. Approach them and tell them why you belong to the board. Convince them to join us. Let them experience the benefits the board has to offer. Let them join us in the exciting year that is to come,” Mr. Smith said. New businesses are moving into the area or starting up, he said. “We need to focus on this, to prepare for the economic challenges while still being ready for an opportunity that emerges,” he said. “Everyone in this room will have a role to play in this work.” “Past presidents and governing councils have established a vibrant board that is well equipped to serve its members,” Mr. Smith said, pointing to others who have served as president, including Nigel Allen, Joan Wide- man, Diana Hills-Milligan and Tracy Patter- son. “I see people who lead by example. I see a group with an undying commitment to the communities in which they live and work.” “It’s been a year of growth for the board of trade and for me personally,” Mr. Terry said. “Our membership has continued to grow. For me personally, our stature in the commu- nity continues to grow. More and more, we’re approached by businesses,” Mr. Terry said. “Thank you for all that you do for our com- munity. Not only do you employee people, you drive the local economy,” Mr. Terry said. “I can’t think of one event not supported by business. What would our community look like without it? “These are no doubt difficult times, but by working together, I have every confidence we will continue to grow,” Mr. Terry said. New board head wants business group to grow John G. Smith is the new president of the Ajax- Pickering Board of Trade. RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES newsdurhamregion.com We think.. e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising 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... A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 durhamregion.com CAW offer to help GM weather storm encouraging G iven the state of the economy and the doom and gloom surround- ing the auto industry, almost any rumour carries weight these days. Did you hear the one about General Motors of Canada closing up its opera- tions and moving everything south of the border? That was the “news” swirling on Tues- day, courtesy of a story that quoted Local 222 president Chris Buckley who warned, “there was a very real possibility General Motors would pull out of Canada.” Turns out it was just Mr. Buckley sound- ing off before he and his union brethren sit down at the table to talk contract con- cessions with GM executives. And it isn’t anything we haven’t heard from the local union leader before. Except in the past, Mr. Buckley usually set his sights on the federal government and urged the feds to help save manu- facturing jobs. The Local 222 president has usually talked about fair trade versus free trade, a better deal on employment insurance for local workers, and, most importantly, federal help to secure the auto industry’s future in Canada. So the union leader must have been left scratching his head when GM Canada management did not immediately jump all over the bailout money offered by the federal government a few weeks ago. GM could still grab that $3 billion offered by the federal Conservatives, but right now the bailout is in limbo. What now? Having tried to push GM’s head office through pressure tactics -- last summer’s protest at the Oshawa headquarters is a case in point -- Mr. Buckley is getting ready to do whatever he can to save jobs. And that, presumably, will include con- cessions at the table. It’s no wonder the union boss is sweat- ing. The news from GM Canada showed a massive drop in January 2009 auto sales compared to January 2008 -- down an eye-popping 46.6 per cent. Combine that news with the American Congress’s push to “Buy American” and accompanying announcements of plant idlings and layoffs and you can see the union leader- ship’s nervousness. It will take co-operation from every- body to turn around the fortunes of GM amid these difficult times, it’s a positive sign to see the CAW willing to do what- ever it can to save jobs. Every good idea, every smart suggestion, can do nothing but help. Airport ‘too stupid to consider seriously’ To the editor: The only line in the Jan. 23 editorial about the Pickering airport that makes sense is the last one: “But if he (Finance Minister Flaherty) doesn’t, he must announce he will free up the land to allow other business uses. The land has sat vacant for too long. It’s time for a decision.” The whole Pickering airport project has a long and painful history. The future of aviation seems uncer- tain. What kinds of planes will be flying in the future and what airport designs will be appropriate? Canada is dot- ted with unused Second World War airfields. The great Mirabel airport is a cargo terminal. Billions would be spent on flattening and paving farm- land instead of on visionary sustainable development. The idea of a Pickering airport is just too stupid to consider seriously. Gov- ernments at every level dropped the ball on that one, and thank gawd!, because now, if we are intelligent, we might be able to save all those lands and turn them into something really beautiful. Brent Mersey Thornhill T here has been a spate of studies lately all pointing to the detrimental effects of too much television on young children. I didn’t give these much attention at first, remembering that, as a kid, I spent more time with The Flintstones and Bugs Bunny than just about anyone else and, aside from the fact that I find anvils falling on people pretty funny, I turned out OK. But upon closer inspection I did discover something a little startling. When these studies say young children they’re talking about infants to two-year-olds. I find that staggering. Some of these babies can’t even hold their heads up, let alone work the remote. But somewhere along the line, some egg-head claimed that watching good television, whatever the hell that is, would make your child smarter . . . whatever the hell that is. And parents being parents, not wanting any child of theirs to miss the smart boat, started throwing their offspring down in droves in front of the boob tube. I had heard of programs like Baby Ein- stein and Brain Baby before but I had more or less ignored them as well. I’ve always felt that our kids come into this world already knowing everything that is really important. My job wasn’t to try and cram new stuff in there so much as to try to see to it that they forgot as little of that good stuff as possible. But as I say, as parents we do weird things. Usually with the best of intentions. I recall when our first-born was only about four, we found ourselves leaving him, crying and upset, at a pre-school. Why? After kicking ourselves for our stu- pidity, we realized the only reason we had done it, essentially, was because everyone else was. We didn’t want him to be left behind developmentally. To miss the smart boat. When we came to our senses, we took him back home immediately. Back to where he had been perfectly happy and perfectly smart in the first place. Perfectly perfect is what he was, until we, in our blundering insecurity messed with a good situation. Still, loads of parents want their children to have every edge possible. And they’ll do anything, short of spending time with the kid, to make sure they get it. The result is a huge market for program- ming aimed solely at the infant demo- graphic. Make no mistake about it, one glance in the weekly television listings is all that is needed to see that kiddie TV is big business. I wonder, in fact, just how far they’ll go to gain market share. And given the historically bankrupt imagination of television production, how long will it be before we see titles like these for the under-two set . . . “So you think you can poop.” “Dog the Booby Hunter.” “CSI MyMommy.” It would be funny if it weren’t so sad. Sad and more than a little disquieting. Espe- cially when one considers that nothing is more fascinating or beneficial to a new- born child than his own parent’s face. Face time, hmmm, what a concept? Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic- writer, saves some of his best lines for his col- umns. Is there really such a thing as too much TV for kids? 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L1V 5R2 905-686-2584 Proud to support Black History MonthProud to support Black History Month Low prices and Excellent Service! Black History Month - an annual celebration that has existed since 1926 LOCAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS February 4 The Robert McLaughlin Gallery in partnership with Durham College and UOIT presents Insight, a celebration of multiculturalism, art and identity in Durham Region. Insight launches on Wednesday, February 4 at 6 p.m. At the Robert McLaughlin Gallery with a Black History Month fete, featuring Jazz, African percussion and special performances. February 4 • King (2008) History Channel’s King goes beyond the legend to portray the man, the questions, the myths and, most importantly, the relevance of Dr. King’s message in today’s world. Hear commentary from President Bill Clinton, Condoleezza Rice, Bono, Forest Whitaker, Chuck D, and many others. Free registration at any branch. McLaughlin Branch Auditorium. 7 p.m. February 4 • Introduction to Steelpan Come out for a hands-on presentation of creative self-expression and accomplishment. This introduction to Steelpan and its origins outlines design, setup, care, and techniques. No registration required. 7 to 8 p.m. Presented by Extraordinary Steel Pannist, Earl La Pierre Jr. Contact (905) 831-6265 ext. 6243 Pickering Central Library. Wayne Arthurs, MPP Pickering-Scarborough East “Let’s celebrate the diversity of our community and country”. Constituency Offi ce 300 Kingston Road, Unit 13, Pickering, Ontario L1V 6Z9 T – 905-509-0336 F - 905-509-0334 E – wayne@arthurs.ca Mar k Holland Member of Parliament, Ajax-Pickering 92 Church Street South, Suite 106, Ajax, ON L1S 6B4 Tel: (905) 426-6808 E-mail: hollam@parl.gc.ca www.markholland.ca Best wishes for Black History Month! February 11 • Leslie McCurdy - The Spirit of Harriet Tubman Using Harriet’s own words, Leslie will tell the story of her harrowing fl ight to freedom. Children are sure to enjoy this programme, but all ages are welcome. Legends Centre Branch. Free registration at any branch. 7p.m. February 22 • ‘Sing with the Spirit!’ Durham Philharmonic Choir presents an evening of spirituals and traditional arrangements by Burleigh, Hogan, Hayes and others, featuring Durham’s own ‘Fab Five’- Kristine Dandavino, Renee Trepanier, Mary-Ruth Roadhouse, Yma Frison and Monica Cotton. Whitby’s trumpet wizard Paul Otway will also perform. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 ($20 in advance). St. George’s Anglican Church, Oshawa. February 23 • ROSETTA Rosetta is an extraordinary Jamaican play written by one of Jamaica’s most outstanding authors, Hall Anthony Ellis. Set in the year 1888, “Rosetta” takes a dramatic and in-depth look at the aftermath of slavery. “Rosetta” is highly recommended for the entire family. 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate, 1355 Harwood Ave N, Ajax. February 25 • The Black Canadian Legacy What are some of the milestones of the Black Canadian journey and who are some of the historical and contemporary people who have helped to shape the Canada that we know, and the Canada to come? Presented by the Ontario Black History Society. McLaughlin Branch Auditorium at 7 pm. Free registration at any branch. Free parking after 6 p.m. BLACK HIST RY MONTH Advertising Feature CelebrateCelebrate The would like to acknowledge and honour the achievements of Black History THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 PAGE 9 A/Pdurhamregion.com Involved in the African Canadian community with pride. 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CLUB CARIB OF OSHAWA Presents A VARIETY CONCERT In Celebration of Black History. Featuring: Steelpan, Dancers, Drummers, Poetry & Gospel Singing on Saturday, February 7, 2009 at 600 Wentworth Street East, Oshawa Doors open @ 6:30pm. Showtime @ 7:30pm Price - Children 5-12 $5.00 . Adults $10.00 Cultural Expressions Art Gallery is located at 62 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village, Ajax; Tel. 905-427-2412, www.culturalexpressions.ca BLACK HIST RY MONTHCelebrateCelebrate Advertising Feature durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 MONTHLY Financing* Enbridge Financial Ser vices *On approved creditEst. Since 1987 COME VISIT OUR INTERACTIVE SHOWROOM TODAY! DAY & EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE OPEN SATURDAY 9AM TO 1PM Take “Advantage” today, buy an ultra effi cient furnace system and Advantage Airtech will throw in the A/C for only No interest, no payments for 3 months (OAC) included. 6 months available (OAC). Pickering/Ajax 1895 Clements Rd. 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RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES newsdurhamregion.com Regional chairman tells luncheon infrastructure f unding will improve local economy By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Getting the money flow- ing to the municipalities so people can get to work was the main message from Regional Chairman Roger Anderson in his annual address to the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce recently. Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty should double the gas tax dollars flowing to municipalities for the next five years to fund infrastructure projects, Mr. Ander- son said. “Minister Flaherty, give me the money. I’ll have the tenders out the door within 60 days,” the regional chairman said. The Region has a slew of shovel-ready projects including roads, bridges, water, sewage and social housing. By funneling dollars to local munici- palities, the money could be used for small and large projects, stimulating the economy. Following his speech, Mr. Anderson cited repairs to social housing as one ex- ample. If a municipality puts out a smaller tender, for say $50,000 to fix a roof, small companies with three or four employees could bid. “Every time we go to fix social housing, it’s local contractors we’re using,” Mr. An- derson said. As well, local builders who have had to lay people off because of the economic downturn could build new social housing units. “Eighty per cent of everything that goes into a house is made right here in On- tario.” But the need is also there for big-ticket projects like Hwy. 407 and the new nucle- ar build in Clarington to move forward and quickly. Mr. Anderson called on the federal gov- ernment to make the Employment Insur- ance system the same for everyone in the country. He also advocated cancelling the GST and PST for one year on the purchase of all new North American-produced ve- hicles. The chairman touched on global eco- nomic problems and said Durham could do little about the declining U.S. economy but local business leaders can communi- cate and work together like never before. “We can tap into local ingenuity, skills and resources to build new businesses and remain positive about our future,” he said. Mr. Anderson also asked local busi- nesses to continue giving whatever they can to charity. And while he’s aware of the pressure to keep property taxes down, Mr. Anderson expects increasing pressure on Durham’s social services, which may wipe out ef- ficiencies in other areas. In addition to an increasing number of Ontario Works recipients, he expects a greater need for family counselling, do- mestic violence prevention and shelters for the homeless. “In times of economic stress, many Re- gional services become more important than ever because they’re stabilizers and safety nets in our community.” Mr. Anderson took one question from the crowd, about the planned expansion of new nuclear reactors at Darlington in Clarington. He expressed his preference for CANDU technology from Atomic Energy of Cana- da Limited (AECL) because of the posi- tive experience Durham has had with the Pickering and Darlington plants. If AECL is chosen by province, the chairman suggested moving the compa- ny’s head offices next to the Darlington facility. “If we can live next door to it, I think they should be able to build an office next to it.” Tough business times requires co-operation: Anderson Investment Corner prints every other Thursday. 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A health assessment and nutritional recommendation by a professional is your best option for prevention. Think of the battle our immune system has by regularly being exposed to offending foods, chemicals, food additives, indoor and outdoor pollution, bacteria, viruses, and the list goes on. Poor health is an accumulation of injury from poor nutrition. Is it a wonder allergies are said to be at the root of all disease? Two important strategies necessary for the path to optimal health are preventative nutrition guidelines, and allergy awareness through sensitivity testing. Here’s an example of how poor nutrition can provoke allergies and disease. When a certain food is consumed repeatedly, such as wheat (a common food allergen), the body begins to have trouble digesting it. Problems can arise in the intestines such as inflammation, and sometimes a condition known as ‘leaky gut syndrome’ can develop. This actually means that undigested foods escape (or leak) through the damaged wall of the intestine and gets absorbed into the blood stream. The undigested particles recognized by the internal organs as foreign invaders alert the body to an allergic response. You may be questioning whether you have allergic responses? Allergic reactions commonly go unrecognized and are often disguised as fatigue, acne, bowel disorders such as Irritable bowel syndrome and even constipation just to name a few. Allergies can begin from a single trigger or a combination of antagonists. Some antagonists are poor food combining, repetition of the same foods in the diet, lack of digestive integrity and not doing anything about it, or having a gall bladder removed (which alters the natural digestion process). It becomes apparent that when allergies are present, food can enter the digestive tract and exit it without providing any nourishment to the body. Knowing what your sensitivities/allergies are is part of good prevention against disease. Electro-dermal screening is a method for accurately testing your food sensitivities and provides a report for 220 foods. The report indicates which foods are beneficial, neutral, poor choice and the foods that need to be completely avoided. This information enables you to focus on foods that will provide the very best nourishment to your body, and help reduce symptoms that may have arisen from previous non-beneficial food choices. Many years of consuming food that you are sensitive toward may cause serious symptoms and promote disease. As a final conclusion, sensitivity testing is an important fundamental to the platform of health. It can help you to restore digestive integrity and in turn improve nutrient absorption. This is one way to address the root cause of symptoms, and is a preferential avenue over masking symptoms with medication. The more knowledge you can obtain of yourself (including your sensitivities), the better off you’ll be. Karen Steward uses the Electro-dermal screening to test clients in Durham Region; she can be reached at (905) 837- 6627. By Karen Steward Health wellness& HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION LET’S BE HEART SMART FEBRUARY IS HEART & STROKE MONTH ASK CIARA CIARA FOY RNCP Registered Nutritionist and Owner/Operator of U Weight Loss Clinics of Ajax and Pickering Question: I’ve been working out religiously four times a week for over four months and I haven’t lost any weight, what am I doing wrong? Answer: Many of my clients are surprised to learn that exercise is only part of the puzzle. There are two main reasons why many people work out consistently and yet still are not able to reach their health and weight loss goals. 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Come in to U Weight Loss in Ajax or Pickering and learn how to accelerate the results from your exercise program and reach your health and weight loss goal easily and quickly! AJAX LOCATION 65 Kingston Road East, Unit 1 Tel: 905.619.6990 PICKERING LOCATION NOW OPEN 1550 Kingston Road, Unit 11 Tel: 905.831.4849 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com Holistic views of life help us live healthier: diet expert By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — It’s not what you eat, but how you live your life, that determines whether you’re healthy or not, a diet consultant and registered nurse told Pickering residents at a free seminar at the Petticoat Creek Library last week. “It’s the lifestyle of eating,” said Jasmin Blommesteyn of Phenomenal Health Inc., a con- sulting firm that teaches about health, lifestyle and the disease process. Ms. Blommesteyn admits to “always eating,” but can feel the food she consumes throughout the day melt off her body, even when she’s in bed, mostly be- cause of her lifestyle choices. People who want to live a healthy lifestyle have to address their “spiritual, emotional and physical well-being. “It’s not enough just to take care of the physical person,” she said. It’s important to ask what we do minute by minute and see how it affects our body on a cel- lular level, she said. For example, Ms. Blom- mesteyn would rather simply walk her three young children to and from school than struggle with the arduous process of or- ganizing everyone for a ride in the car. The petite but not under- weight woman eats based on portion control. She believes people can basi- cally eat anything as long as it’s in moderation, unless there are stipulations from their doctor. “Cookies are fine, as long as you eat them in moderation,” she said, adding to make sure to eat fruits and vege tables on a daily basis. If Ms. Blommesteyn knows she’ll be at the mall with her friends for lunch, she’ll bring a loaf of bread, jam and some fruit for herself and her kids, rather than stand in line in the food court for a meal. If she ends up at a breakfast restaurant on a car trip to Flor- ida, she’ll share one meal with her children. And she doesn’t sit around. “I hardly watch TV,” she said. “When I weaned myself off the television, it was an instant weight loss.” To manage her food intake, she follows Canada’s Food Guide and believes fad diets may work at first, but only temporarily. “The Canada Food Guide works,” she said, adding she cou- ples it with Canada’s Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Living. 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D#1 42 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 465 Bayly St. W. #5, Ajax durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 Balancing living, eating and exercising AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Jasmin Bloomestyn of Phenomenal Health Inc. gave a talk at the Pickering Public Library, Petticoat Creek Branch, en- titled ‘What Am I Supposed To Eat’. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Goal-mouth crush PICKERING — St. Mary Monarch goaltender Joe Kozovski makes a save early in the first period against Anderson Raiders. Kozovski registered the shutout in a 5-0 romp for the Monarchs in the first game of the best-of-three LOSSA senior boys’ quarter-final series. Ryan Serville led the way with two goals, Tyler Traill, Corrado Gianfriddo and Brody Caggiula added singles. The game was played at the Ajax Community Centre on Tuesday. Watters’ amazing rookie campaign Ajax Attack sniper more concerned with team goals than individual ones By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com AJAX — For a guy who’s been packing opposition nets with pucks with alarming frequency this season, Ian Watters doesn’t consider himself a goal scorer. “No. I wasn’t expecting it,” says the low-key 17-year- old forward, who’s amassed 77 points (30 goals, 47 as- sists) so far in his rookie season with the Ontario Ju- nior Hockey League’s Ajax Attack. “It’s a huge surprise for me. I never used to be a goal scorer as I was usually in the middle of the pack in points. But, I worked hard in the summer and I’m play- ing with good players.” Preparation for the season, more than anything, said Watters, set the stage for an outstanding rookie cam- paign. “I guess it was the practice in the summer,” mused the 5-foot, 11-inch, 186-pound left winger. “I was work- ing on my shot and working on my offence more than I’m used to.” Not only does Watters lead all players in scoring in the league’s Ruddock Division, he’s also tied for 16th in scoring league-wide. Moreover, he’s currently two points behind former Ajax Axemen forward Tyler McGregor as the all- time scoring leader for a season. But being a prolific scorer, he says, is not as paramount to him as how the team ultimately fares this season. “It’s pretty good, but I don’t look at the points that much. I would rather the team win than me breaking the record,” he said. The Pickering resident has already been named as the rookie of the year for the league’s Ruddock Division. And, according to his head coach, Carey Durant, should be a shoo-in to capture league-wide honours. “I personally think he’ll win rookie of the year in the league this year. There are four nominees, one from each division, and there’s not a guy (among those nominated) within 20 points of him.” Watters says he’s very much at home in an Ajax Attack uniform, with the players forming a tight-knit group. Several of the players came up through the Ajax-Pickering Raid- ers ‘AAA’ system with him. “I think we all get along well,” said Watters. “They’re all good guys — there’s no bad chemistry and no bad people on the team. It’s good to play in a good atmosphere. That’s one of the reasons why we’re so good this year.” Watters credits linemates Blake Boddy and Luke Hannon with having as much to do with his fine season as himself. He’s played with Boddy for several years with the Raiders and Hannon, from Buffalo, N.Y., has complemented the high- scoring forward unit. “I’ve played with Blake before and he’s a very good player. Luke Hannon is also a very good player. We all get along well and we move the puck well.” Watters coming to play with Ajax this season could be considered enig- matic in some quarters, as his father, Gary, is the general manager with the division rival Pickering Panthers. Yet, the younger Watters has no regrets about joining Ajax over Pickering, as he simply wanted to play among friends and former Ajax-Pickering Raiders players who were also brought aboard by the Attack. “No, no regrets at all,” he said. “I’m having a great time.” As for his future, Watters has given Ian Watters The Watters File • Born Dec. 27, 1991 • Pickering resident, father Gary is the GM of the Pickering Panthers OJHL team; • Attends Dunbarton High School, where he played high school hockey with the Spartans last year; • Played last season with the Ajax- Pickering Raiders midget ‘AAA’ squad that captured the bronze medal at the 2008 Rogers Midget Provincial Championships; • Eighth-round pick of the Bramp- ton Battalion in last year’s Ontario Hockey League Priority Draft; • Finished first in scoring in the Ruddock Division this season; first in league scoring among rookies; • Named as rookie of the year in the Ruddock Division this season and is a nominee for league-wide honours; • Is two points away from becom- ing the single-season points leader in franchise history; former Ajax Axemen forward Tyler McGregor currently holds the record with 78 points in a single season; ✦ See Ajax, Page 16 SERVING DURHAM REGION 2009 REGISTRATION DATES photocopy of birth certifi cate required for registration Sunday, February 15 9 AM - 3 PM Iroquois Sports Complex • Whitby Thursday, March 5 6 PM - 9 PM McKinney Arena • Whitby JR. BLUE KNIGHTS (Born in 2002, 2001, 2000) Rep Programs available for 10 yrs to Adult LADY BLUE KNIGHTS FIELD LACROSSE Cost: Baby Blue Knights - $75 Jr. Blue Knights - $99 U15/Open House League Programs - $135 Rep Programs - $135 initial registration fee + additional rep fees BABY BLUE KNIGHTS (Born in 2004/2003) For more information visit www.ladyblueknights.net U15 House League (Under 15), Open House League (15 & up) P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 5, 2009 durhamregion.com Panthers face Belleville in the next round PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers minor bantam ‘AE’ hockey team advanced in OMHA Lake- shore league playoffs after bouncing Oshawa to the sidelines recently. Pickering will now meet Belleville in the next round of the playoffs after downing Oshawa in the best-of-five series three games to one. After winning the first two games of the series, the Pan- thers were ready to go on to the next round but no one told Oshawa, which played hard and won Game 3 by a 2-0 score at the Legends Centre. The Oshawa squad was also leading 2–0 in Game 4 at the Don Beer Sports Arena and were poised to send the series back to Os- hawa for a pivotal Game 5. At this point, however, the Pickering minor bantams fought back to tie the game at 2-2 on third-period goals from Hartely Russell and Luke Napolitano. The contest proceeded to overtime, with Russell scoring to seal the series for Pickering. Other team members are Jameson Champion, Jesse Hewitt, Brandon Whitmore, Joshua Kotsopoulos, Adam Bradley, Joshua Perez-Sal- vador, Kyle Brewing, Ryan Aboussafy, Drew Halsall, Drake Montgomery, Kevin Bradbury, Scott Rudderham, Stuart McNamara, Bradley Bell and Sean Turnbull. Steve Whitmore coaches the Pickering minor ban- tams, assisted by Phil Abous- safy, Calvin Russell and Eric Stewart. Pickering bantams close out playof f series Submitted photo The Pickering Panthers minor bantam ‘AE’ hockey team beat out Oshawa in the first round of the OMHA Lakeshore league playoffs re- cently. Pickering won the best-of-five series three games to one. The Panthers now meet Belleville in the next round. RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES newsdurhamregion.com no thought to next season, as he’s too focused on finishing the current campaign and then leading the Attack into the post- season against the Bowman- ville Eagles. Suffice it to say, he’s got op- tions as several U.S. colleges are in the hunt for his services. As well, he was chosen in the eighth round of the Ontario Hockey League draft last year by the Brampton Battalion, and could yet suit up for that club next season. “I really haven’t looked at that,” he said. “The focus is on this year and finishing in the best place we can finish in. 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EXPERIENCED book- keeper required. Full time. Please email resumes to: johnelsokkary@gmail.com LEGAL SECRETARY for Family Law Lawyer, Family Law experience a MUST, ft, for busy Whitby practice, to start February 2009 w/strong keyboard and computer skills. Knowl- edge of Divorcemate, Word, P.C. Law, and Fami- ly Law Rules. Salary com- mensurate with exp. Fax resume to (905)668-8475 PROPERTY MANAGER condominiums, suitable for current or former Board Member. Will train right applicant. Fax resume to 905-427-8039. Sales Help & Agents SALESPERSON wanted, full or part time. Very pro- fessional selling to specifi c businesses. We pull wind- fall profi ts out of their exist- ing, old inactive client base and share the rewards. Generous profi t or com- mission share. No pros- pecting. Make potentially thousands of dollars per account, generate up to 100 accounts a year work- ing part time. Fax resume to (905)434-8943. Hospital/Medical /Dental BUSY multidisciplinary, outpatient private physio- therapy clinic looking for full-time Physiotherapist for Whitby location. 2 even- ings/wk required. Fax re- sume to LifeMark Health at (905)668-3827. DENTAL ASSISTANT re- quired full-time for modern progressive practice. Lev- el II preferred. Min. 2 years experience. Able to work 2 evenings a week. Fax re- sume to: 905-686-8718. EXPERIENCED DENTAL Receptionist, part time, may lead to full time and Saturdays. Please fax re- sume to 905-655-1600. 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, February 05, 2009, PAGE 17 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 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 Hospital/Medical /Dental LOOKING FOR CDA Lev- el 2 and Dental Hygienist. Minimum 3 years experi- ence. Please fax your re- sume to 905-426-4925. RECEPTIONIST FOR naturopathic clinic in Pickering. Wed, Thurs, Fri, approx. 15 hours/week. Medical offi ce experience preferred. Excellent cus- tomer service, communica- tion & computer skills. Fax resume to 905-427-0054 Hotel/ Restaurant FLYING FISH & CHIPS now accepting resumes for all positions. Cooks, serv- ers, and back kitchen. Drop off resume at 1540 Dundas St. E. at Thickson Rd. MANDARIN RESTAU- RANT requires Host Staff, Busperson & Cleaner. Ex- perience not necessary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/East of Brock Road). Employment WantedE CAREGIVER/COMPAN- ION Available, Call George (647)235-2144 Houses for Sale $ NEW EXECUTIVE HOME, over 3500sq.ft over 2-lev- els. Finished basement. Move in. Brooklin, Win- chester/Watford. $599,000. Motivated vendor. VTB possible. George (416)989-0999, or (416)694-3488 or e-mail, georgef@bellnet.ca. OPEN HOUSE: Sat. Feb 7th, 12-4pm. 24 Vintage Dr., Whitby. 3-bedroom, 2.5 baths. Walking dis- tance to schools, parks & all amenities. www.bythe owner.com/9056652671 Housing WantedH A HOME NEEDED. Have a cash buyer. Oshawa or Courtice and surrounding area, up to $450,000. Please call Sandra Pro- venzano Re/Max Spirit Inc; Brokerage 905-728-1600. Industrial/ Commercial SpaceI AVAILABLE IMMEDIATE- LY in Pickering lease in small plaza in. Approx. 600-sq feet commercial space. $1000/mo. Gas, heating and a/c available. Call Fitzroy (905)831-3465 or (905)492-2684. BOWMANVILLE- 160 Baseline Rd.E. Warehouse and commercial storefront area for lease. 4500sq.ft., 18ft. ceilings, overhead door, reasonable rent. Avail. after Feb.1. 905- 261-9447 for more infor- mation. INDUSTRIAL COMMER- CIAL unit with offi ce space, 1250 sq. feet in South Oshawa (Rit- son/Bloor). Available im- mediately. 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 COMMERCIAL space available, 525sqft and 1200sqft. Suitable for pro- fessional offi ce. Prime Simcoe St. N location. Parking available. Available immediately. Call 905-576-5123 for details. KING/CENTRE self-con- tained offi ce unit, side en- trance, parking, suit any small business, $495 all utilities included. Also 1 room offi ce, main fl oor $350-monthly. (905)434- 8008 LAWYERS Private offi ce. Ground fl oor building with other lawyers. Includes re- ception, boardroom. Across Oshawa Centre. Neil Ryan, Broker, Ryan Realty Services Ltd 905 434-5128 Apartments & Flats for RentA Offices & Business Space OFFICE SPACE 1520sf house close to court house. Renovated. Park- ing. Three offi ces, board- room, reception. $2,300/mo. Neil Ryan, Bro- ker, Ryan Realty Services Ltd. 905 434-5128 Business OpportunitiesB BUSINESS OPPORTU- NITY, Custom Muffl er Shop, Auto Repairs, Used Cars. Manage/Operate or Franchise. New Port Perry Turn-Key Location. 20 Year Established Busi- ness. Great Potential! 416- 884-0966. Mortgages, LoansM $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 95% No income, Bad credit OK! Mortgage Centre #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mtgcentre.com MORTGAGES BANKS DROP RATES!!! “Pay off Credit Cards Today” BELOW BANK RATES 1-Yr Rate @ 3.49% 5-Yr Rate @ 3.60% WE SPECIALIZE IN: U Debt Consolidation U 2nd Mortgages to 100% U Construction Financing POWER OF SALE STOPPED Call Jeffrey TODAY!! 1-877-568-9255 416-540-5977 www.butlermortgage.ca HomeGuard Funding Ltd. Lic #10409 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 Apartments & Flats for RentA 1 & 2 BDRM Available anytime or Feb. 1. 350 Malaga $695 or $825/mo all inclusive and 946 Mas- son, $625 or $825/mo, in- clusive, no pets. Call 905- 242-4478 or 905-435- 0383. 1-BDRM APT OSHAWA, main fl oor of home, a/c, newly decorated, bus stop at door, close to all con- veniences, $765/mo, all utilities included, fi rst/last, no pets, Available immedi- ately. (905)725-9731. 1-BEDROOM APTS for rent, North Oshawa, Sim- coe/Taunton. Completely renovated, $710+hydro & $750 +hydro, available March 1st. Mature person preferred. (416)881-5544. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., Central Park/Ade- laide area. Completely renovated, separate en- trance, full kitchen & bath- room. Utilities included. No pets/smoking. $750/month First/last, references, credit check required. Call (905)213-3414 1011 SIMCOE ST. N., Oshawa. Large 3-bedroom townhome suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Near all amenities. $925/month+ utilities. Call (905)579- 7649 for appointment. 2-BEDROOM APT, $825 all inclusive. No dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Matt 289-240-4447 Apartments & Flats for RentA 2 BEDROOM NORTH OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Russett. New applianc- es, hardwood fl oors, well- maintained 12-plex, newly renovated, near bus/shop- ping. cable/heat/ wa- ter/parking included. Laun- dry, No dogs. available. 905-576-2982, 905-626- 6619 2-BDRM $950/mo avail now; 3-bdrms $1300/mo, avail March 1st. ROOMS $125/wk or $450/mo. shared kitchen, bathroom, living room. Downtown Oshawa, All inclusive, close to amenities, no smoking/pets. Call David 905-903-0597. 2-BDRM OSHAWA spot- less triplex all new win- dows and fl ooring, 1 car parking, storage, bus at door. References from work and previous land- lord. $925/month fi rst/last, Immediate. No pets/smok- ing. Katie (905)427-2782 ext. 222 leave message A BRIGHT 2 bedroom basement apt. Wilson/ Bloor area. Separate en- trance, private laundry. $800+hydro. First/last. no pets, no smoking. Avail. March 1. (905)260-1496 Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 ADELAIDE/CENTRE, Oshawa, large renovated 2-bedroom basement apt. $850 plus utilities, Feb 1st. Sep. entrances, air, park- ing, laundry. All appliances included. (416)821-9594. AJAX SOUTH, Harwood and Bayly 1-bedroom legal basement apartment. Bright, 4-piece bathroom, separate entrance. $700/month, utilities and parking included. Laundry available. First/last. No dogs. 905-683-0799. AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 3-bedroom $1139/mo. Plus parking. Available Immediately, Feb. & March 1st. 905- 683-8571. AJAX-3 BDRM Main fl r -4 Prking Legal $1295 Inclu- sive. Newly painted, car- pet, Nice Res. area, Schools, Shopping, Hosp. Laundry, fenced backyard. Smoke outside/no pets. Bayly & Harwood avail. 647-896-3674 ALEXANDRA PARK, OSHAWA Large 1 & 2- bedroom apts., "Old charm building." Totally renovat- ed, new kitchen/bath, hard- wood fl oors. In-house laun- dry, intercom. Parkview. Near Hospital. No pets. (905)743-9383 BOWMANVILLE, LARGE 1-bedroom + OFFICE, 1040sq.ft., Clean, quiet, sat. TV, parking, laundry, $925 inclusive. Available Feb/March. 1st. 1-bed- room, 520sq.ft, suit single person, $775/month, inclu- sive. Available March 1st. No dogs/Non-smoking. 905-697-9824. N. E. OSHAWA. 2nd fl oor bachelor apartment. Available Feb. 15th or Mar. lst. Clean quiet, hard- wood/ceramic fl oors, no pets, Prefer single working person. $590/all inclusive. Parking. (905) 571-7840. Cell (289) 355-3141 Apartments & Flats for RentA BOWMANVILLE, WALK to shopping, restaurants and theatres and go ser- vice. NEW, Short term fully furnished retirement rental apt and long term unfur- nished rentals from $1300/month including tax- es,utilities, condo fees and parking. (905)697-4513 BRIGHT, SUNNY 1 bed- room basement. Clean, quiet home. Separate en- trance. Laundry. Parking. Cable. TTC. $680 inclu- sive. Ellesmere/ Markham. 416-697-8129, 416-431- 7968 DOWNTOWN OSHAWA, large 1 bedroom suite. Newly renovated, secure building, parking and satel- lite available. Laundry fa- cilities. Available February 1st. Call (905)434-9660. Executive apartment, Ajax's Deer Creek golf course, fully furnished, own entrance, marble bath, very quiet. Suits corporations, visiting ex- ecutives. References, $1,499+utilities. www.elec- tricityforum.com/rental.htm 905-426-9119 or rwh@rog- ers.com IMMACULATE & FRESH- LY Painted, Stainless Appliances & Ensuite Laundry Fabulous 1 Bed- room +Den & Balcony, $975/Month in Luxurious Bowmanville Building only 2 years old! Call Carol Chantler Sales Rep. Re/Max First Realty Ltd, Brokerage, 1-877-520- 3700 LUXURY APARTMENTS. Enjoyable, Upscale Living. 333 Simcoe St N, Oshawa. 2 Bedroom Suites From $1535. Frequent social events held in common room. In suite laundry in every unit. Elevator ac- cess to your unit. Bus stop located in front of building. Located across the street from the hospital. 905-431- 8930 www.skylineonline.ca MARY STREET APTS Bachelors & 1 bedrooms. Utilities included, minutes to downtown, short drive to Whitby Mall. Mary/Garden 905-666-2450 www.real- star.ca NEAR OSHAWA centre, 1-bedroom apt., $800/mo, inclusive, fi replace, park- ing, private entrance, no pets, First/last required. Available immediately. (905)436-3363. NEW BASEMENT Apt (Whites & Highview) $850/mo, 3 B/R + Kit & liv- ing comb, Stove & Fridge (new), Sep ent; Parking; No pets/smoking. Call 416- 278-8672. Apartments & Flats for RentA ONE BEDROOM base- ment apartment for rent. Great location. Kingston Road. Ritchie. Bright, clean. Ideal for single indi- vidual. No smoking, no pets. $765 mo. incl. Refer- ences required. (905)683- 4378 OPEN HOUSE REGENCY PLACE APTS Ask about our move-in special! 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & additional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & pub- lic transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430-7397 www.re- alstar.ca OSHAWA 1-BDRM with walking distance to down- town & hospital. Available March 1st. Includes fridge, stove, utilities, laundry fa- cilities. $675/mth. No smoking/pets. Call 905- 438-9931 OSHAWA CENTRAL Park Blvd, 2-bedroom upper half of duplex. Newly reno- vated. Bus at door. $830/mo.+hydro. 2-bed- room, main fl oor. $860/mo+hydro. Available immediately. First/last. No smoking/pets. 905-430- 0249. OSHAWA Clean, new building. 1-bedroom apt., $775/month, available March/April 1st. 2-bedroom apt. $875, available March/April 1st. Applianc- es, parking & utilities in- cluded. 905-438-9715. OSHAWA near OC, 3 bed- room, 1.5 bath and 1-bed- room in 4-plex. No pets. Available March 15th/March 1st. Laundry, parking, fi rst/last. 905-665- 5537. OSHAWA, 945 Simcoe St. N., Bachelor $650/in- clusive. 118 Bloor St. W., 2-bedroom, $800/inclusive. 45 Colborne St. W. 1-bed- room $750/inclusive plus cable. 293 Montrave 2- bedroom $800/inclusive. No pets. March 1. 905- 723-1647, 905-720-9935. OSHAWA, 2 bdrm apts in duplex. Very clean, spa- cious. Laundryroom w/hook-ups, parking, fenced yard. $800/mo+ utilities. Avail. immediate- ly. First/last req'd. (905)420-1846 or 647-283- 1846 OSHAWA, 3 bedroom unit, close to OC, $860 plus utilities, fi rst and last re- quired. Available February 1st. Call (905)987-4892. OSHAWA, near hospital. 1 bedroom basement, fully renovated, $525. 1 bed- room second fl oor $675. Units all inclusive, parking. First/last, references 905- 493-0703 Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA, John/Park. Lowrise bldg. Newly reno- vated 1 & 2 bdrm apts. Heat, water, 1-parking, on- site laundry included. $670/mo & $786/mo. Avail. immediately. Call Toni (905)436-6042 OSHAWA, Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm & Penthouse 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, 2nd fl oor apartment. Sim- coe and King. Appliances, laundry, secure intercom. No parking. $625 plus electricity. Call (905)986- 4889. OSHAWA, Wilson/Olive area, bright 2-bedroom in 6-plex. Laundry, parking, kitchen. $870/month inclu- sive. First/last/references. No big dogs. Working couple preferred. 905-576- 3840, 905-720-1887, 289- 688-1634-cell OSHAWA. NEW executive large basement apt., walk- out to private yard, 6-appli- ances, fi replace, full bath etc. No smoking/pets. Luxuriously appointed. Avail Feb. 1st/later. Must be seen to appreciate! (905)720-1533 PICKERING - Whites/401 - 2 Bdrm Basement Apt, Lrge Liv Rm, Kit, Laund, Pking. No Smoking, Avail immed, $900 inclusive. Call Dan 416-574-9522. PICKERING Spacious, 2-bdrm bsmt apt. Immacu- late condition. Separate side entrance, bright/large living room, laminate fl oors, laundry, 2-parking. Near GO. $8750/mo inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. Call 905-420-4269. PICKERING, FINCH/LIV- ERPOOL, one bedroom basement apartment, sep- arate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, inter- net, cable. all inclusive. air. available march lst. or April lst. $600 lst/last. non smoking environment. (905)409-2467. PICKERING, Liver- pool/Glennana, one bed- room basement, separate entrance, newly renovated kitchen, den, bathroom, laundry, parking, close to amenities, no smok- ing/pets. $775/month all in- clusive. lst/last. (416)618- 6442, (905)831-0001 SENIORS WELCOMED BOND ST. E. 1-bedroom, $690, Extra-large bright bachelor $550. Immediate or March 1st. Clean, bright. Near shopping/bus. Laun- dry on site, safe neighbor- hood. 905-720-2153 Apartments & Flats for RentA SIMCOE NORTH, 1-bed- room basement apartment. Large kitchen, 4-piece bath, laundry on-site, park- ing. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. $650/month, all inclusive. (905)697-3773. SIMCOE ST., Oshawa. Beautiful 3-bedroom. 1400sqft, on second fl oor. Walk distance to lake. Fridge and stove, utilities extra. $950/month, available now. (905)725- 9991. SIMCOE/BEATRICE sen- ior-occupied building. Spa- cious luxury 2-bedroom in tri-plex, top fl oor, A/C, cen- tral vac, ensuite laundry, 5 appliances + Garburator, Cornish ceilings. 4-pc & 3-pc ensuite, diningroom, many upgrades No pets/smoking. $1275+utilities. (905)434- 8008, 905-725-8333 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA, near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shop- ping, transportation. Utilities included. 1-bed- room, $759, 3-bedroom, $999, available now, fi rst/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. 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 VERY QUIET 1 bedroom apartment, Century Home, High ceilings, patio, near Downtown Oshawa, fur- nished optional. Parking, suits 1 person. $650/inclu- sive. Leave message. 905-434-7012. WHITBY (Brock & 401), large, 2-bedroom base- ment apt., separate en- trance/kitchen, laundry, 5-appliances, $950 includ- ing, heat, hydro, water. Available March.1 No smoking/pets. (905)839- 7176 WHITBY - bachelor apart- ments available immedi- ately, basement units, no smoking/pets, bright clean, freshly painted, quiet, close to transit. No calls af- ter 9 p.m. (905)668-3482. WHITBY - LARGE 1 BDRM. basement. apt. Kitchen, separate en- trance, non-smoking and no pets, $700/month. Available immediately. Call 905-665-6056 or (416)571- 5066. 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's Best building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! Available March/April 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY, 3 bedroom in CLEAN triplex, walk to downtown, shopping, bus, park. Upper unit, C/A, pay laundry. Digital tv. pack- age. Parking and all utilities included. $1100/ month. Feb. 15 (905)556- 5494 WHITBY, Manning/Gar- den, bright, spacious, 2- bedroom, walk-out base- ment apartment, internet. Prefer quiet individual. Near amenities, parking, no smoking, no pets. $925/month, inclusive. First/last, references. March 1st. (905)665-5433. Condominiums for RentC BOWMANVILLE LUXURY Condos. Available Immedi- ately. All 5 Appliances In- cluded. Call Today to View (905) 697-8261 LUXURY ALL INCLUSIVE 2-bedroom, 2-bath, condo. With inclosed solarium. Minutes from shopping and transit. 401/Port Union Rd. $1450/month. No smok- ing/pets. Available March 1st. Call (905)623-6514. NEW UNITS IN LUXURY Oshawa condo. Down- town location. Ensuite laundry, gym, sauna, balconies, etc. 1-bed- rooms from $950, 1-bed- room+dens from $1100, 2-bedrooms from $1200. Available immediately. Matthew 416-723-0847. Houses for Rent ! $ !AAAA ABA-DABA- DOO- Own Your Own Home. No down payment - NO PROBLEM! For as low as $692 P.I/T. Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3-BEDROOM HOUSE, newly renovated, large property, Courtice area. Appliances included. Great for animals, available immediately. $1200/month plus heat/hydro. Call (905)434-6128. 4 BEDROOM farm house for rent, Sunderland. $850 + heat & hydro. Available March 1/09. First & last months required. Call 705- 357-1050. OSHAWA HOUSE beauti- ful detached 2-bedroom plus offi ce bungalow, main fl oor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1100-inclusive. fi rst/last/ references. Immediate- ly/February 1st 905-721- 9789, 905-922-4751. Houses for Rent ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDING! 6 months free then own any house from $695 / month PIT (Oac, Sca). No money down, nothing to lose. Why rent? I'll qualify you on the phone. Require good credit and family income $35,000 +. Bill Roka, Sales Rep, Remax Spirit Inc. Di- rect Line (905)449-3622 or 1-888-732-1600. wro- ka@trebnet.com Nobody sells more houses than Remax!!!!! AJAX 3-BEDROOM de- tached bungalow, large yard, on clean, quiet street, near amenities, whole house. $1070mo + utilities. (905)683-6203. CENTRAL BOWMAN- VILLE, small 3 bedroom house. Stove/fridge, de- tached garage, yard, non smokers. $1150/month plus utilities. First/last. Available April 1st. (905)623-5278 GOODWOOD-4 BED- ROOM house, clean, bright. Single garage, 4 ap- pliances, large yard, fi n- ished basement. $2000/mo inclusive. Plus snow re- moval, grass cutting. Pets welcome. Available imme- diately. 416-936-7631 OSHAWA NORTH by College. Clean 4 bedroom detached, modern decor, appliances, hardwood fl oors, avail. March $1400 plus. Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 OSHAWA NORTH, 3-bed- room main fl oor bungalow, $1200/month includes parking, laundry and utilities. Dave Methven, Broker Min Com Realty. (905)404-8200 OSHAWA WHITBY border available Mar 1st. Two bedroom house, $1,000 per mo. plus utilities Call between 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (905)439-1461. COUNTERTOP NEED REPLACING? • FREE ESTIMATES • INSTALLATIONS Scarborough Countertops (416) 299-7144 FACTORY PRICES Home Improvement PLUMBING REPAIRS from leaky faucets to complete bathroom renovations. 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HUNDREDS MORE SIMILAR DISCOUNTS BRAND NEW GOODS! GIANT LIQUIDATION SALEGIANT LIQUIDATION SALE DOOR CRASHERS, DOOR CRASHERS, DOOR CRASHERS GIANT LIQUIDATION SALEGIANT LIQUIDATION SALE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, 1555 BAYLY STREET, PICKERING (WEST OF BROCK RD) SATURDAY MORNING, FEB. 7TH STARTS 9:30 A.M. TILL 1:30 P.M. SPECIAL YEAR END LIQUIDATION SALE, WITH DEEPER DISCOUNTS ON MOST ITEMS. 2 truck loads of brand name merchandise: received from importers, dept. stores, dealers. Entire Inventory up to 90% off. Apple Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)465-6859 (416)533-4162 (905)239-1263 Garage/Yard SalesG MOVING SALE Sat. Feb 7th 10- 2pm 1589 Greenmount St. Pickering (905)426-3106 Garage/Yard SalesG Garage/Yard SalesG A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, February 05, 2009 newsdurhamregion.com Service Directory TO ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Death Notices Houses for Sale $ Offices & Business Space Place your ad at 905-683-0707 To place your Apartment for Rent call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. BYRNE Pauline 'Lina' Shanon Peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre on Tuesday, February 3, 2009. Lina, in her 33rd year. Beloved daughter of Claire and late John Byrne. Cherished sister of John Byrne and wife May of Oshawa, Antoinette Lee and husband Gord of Oshawa, Fiona Byrne of Ajax, and Jay Cross and husband Darren of Oshawa. Adored aunt of Jesse (Shannon) Byrne, Amanda Byrne, Kyle Byrne, Emily Cross and Connor Cross. Special niece of Jack and Patricia Fitzgerald, Frank and Marie Fitzgerald and treasured cousin of Tony Byrne and Anita (Lorn) Byrne. Will be dearly missed by many family and friends. At Lina's request, cremation has taken place and the family will observe 'Lina Day' at a later date. In lieu of fl owers, donations to a charity of choice would be greatly appreciated and may be made through McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558). Online condolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com. JAMES, Webster N. - Our beloved Webster passed away suddenly at his home in Ajax, January 28, 2009. Sadly missed by wife Susan, sons Michael and Anton, stepsons Kyle and Gregory Bloomfi eld, siblings Daphne Smith, Pearl Salmon and Percival Lawson, many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, February 5th, from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held at KENDALWOOD SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH (300 Kendalwood Road, Whitby) on Friday, February 6th, visita- tion from 10 - 11 A.M. followed by Service at 11:00 A.M. Interment at Thornton Cemetery, Oshawa. In lieu of fl owers, memorial dona- tions may be made to the Kendal- wood Church Special Projects or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. EXHIBITORS WANTED Saturday, April 11, 2009 Ajax Convention Centre 550 Beck Crescent, Ajax For more info call Audrey (905) 426-4676 x 257 www.showsdurhamregion.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 $29 PLUS GST You can get any birth notice, birthday, wedding, anniversary or engagement notice published. LIMIT OF 50 WORDS. PLEASE SEND MILESTONE SUBMISSIONS TO ejackson@durhamregion.com BY TUESDAY AT 4 PM FOR THURSDAY PUBLICATION. MILESTONES PREPAYMENT IS REQUIRED. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL ERIN JACKSON AT 905-683-5110 CONGRATULATIONS To Mike and Lisa on their recent wedding. Wishing you many happy years ahead. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables and Horse Equipment and Trailer for an Ajax Estate,selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include: Dining room suite, chesterfi eld suite, bedroom suite, chests, prints, large quantity of collectables and glassware, 1990-2 horse bumper pull, Circle Y western saddle with silver and tooling, George Keiffer Badon English saddle (like new), single driving harness, quantity of blankets, bridles, halters, leg wraps, helmet, Stetson hats, riding boots, plus many other horse related and interesting items. NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 ESTATE AND CONSIGNMENT AUCTION, Saturday February 7th, 10:00am at WARNERS AUCTION HALL 12927 just west of Colborne on Hwy 2. We are selling an unseen est. from Toronto which will be trucked in this week, all unseen plus some local private consignments including approx. 15 Hummell fi gurines, collection of glass, china, crystal etc. including Depression Beswick, carnival, er an interesting collection furnishings include antique and modern pcs, Victorian pcs, including Victorian buck case, antique dressers, chests, assorted rockers, side chairs etc. small tables, beds, Victorian settee, plus much more. In this interesting sale including Ltd edition prints, other artwork, lamps etc. Terms: Cash, Cheque with ID, VISA, M/C Interac Gary E. Warner, Auctioneer 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com IT'S A BOY! BOLLE It is with pleasure we announce the birth of Lucas Paul Brian Born Sunday November 9, 2008 weighing in at 8lbs 5oz. Lucas was welcomed by Mom & Dad Amy & Chris. Grandparents Brian & Cindy Nash and Peter & Manuela Bolle are delighted. Thrilled great grandmothers are Rita MacDonald and Edeltraud Tuns. Proud aunts and uncles Will, Emily, Melanie, Rob, Mark and Stephanie are having fun spoiling Lucas. Many thanks to the staff at Rouge Valley Ajax Pickering Hospital. IT'S A BOY! Candace and Pierre Lavoie are pleased to announce the birth of their son Elliott Nicholas Albert born Wednesday January 14th, 2009 as Ajax Pickering General Hospital weighing 7lbs 2oz. Proud grandparents are Joanne & Mike Fleming of Ajax and Lorraine & Claude Lavoie of Cochrane Ontario. Elliott's arrival is also welcomed ecstatically by special Uncle Nicholas and Aunts Sarah x2 Houses for Rent OSHAWA, 3-bedroom bungalow, very clean, Har- mony/Olive area. Full basement, fenced yard, patio, shed, A/C, no pets/smoking. $1200/ month, plus utilities. (905)432-1828. OSHAWA, Rossland/Sim- coe, 3 bedroom bungalow with 2 bedroom in-law. 2 kitchens, 2 laundry, 10 ap- pliances, yard, deck, work- shop/storage, no smok- ing/pets. References, $1700/month plus utilities. First/last. (905)444-9715, (647)892-6020 OSHAWA, SPACIOUS second fl oor & loft, 3 bed- rooms, 2 bathrooms, park- ing, $1200/inclusive. Available immediately. Call Jake (416)627-1199 PORT PERRY. Large, spacious detached 3-bed- room, 2 1/2 baths, at- tached garage,large yard. Steps to park. Available immediately. N on-smok- ers. $1,600 + partial utilities. 905-982-1979. SMALL DETACHED home, Ritson S/401. 1- bedroom +. $700/month, plus utilities, fi rst/last a must. (905)447-8334 or (905)576-3072. STOUFFVILLE RD./KEN- NEDY-3 bedroom clean house. Fridge/stove, park- ing. Great yard with gar- den. Pets welcome. $2000/mo. inclusive. P lus snow removal and grass cutting. Available immedi- ately. C all 416-936-7631 WATERFRONT Lake Scugog, Little Britain. Newly renovated 2-bed- room, 1-bathroom, pro- pane fi replace, electric baseboards. Available Feb.1/09, short or long term. $975/mo. + utilities. 705-786-3904. Townhouses for RentT 3-BEDROOM TOWN- HOUSE, 2 baths, walkout basement, walking dis- tance to all amenities. 909 King St. W., Oshawa. Available March 1st. $1300/month. No smoking, pets ok. (905)441-1427. 3-BEDROOM townhouse, Courtice, 3-bath, garage, gas heat. large living sep- arate dining room. Available immediately. $1250/month, plus utilities. No pets/smoking. (905)263-4631, leave mes- sage. AJAX, PRIME location, 3- bedroom, freehold, one 4-piece, plus two 2-piece bathrooms, 4-appliances, fi rst/last, references, lease agreement. Available March-1st or April-1st. $1,200/month, plus utilities. (905)683-0888. AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $999+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. HARMONY CREEK Co- operative homes is accept- ing applications for 2 & 3- bedroom townhouses. Ap- plications are available: 800 Rossland Rd. E., Oshawa Unit #1, outside mailbox. O ffi ce (905)433- 4791, fax 905-433-4463 NORTH OSHAWA, Taun- ton/Wilson. Excellent Townhouse, beautiful view! 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom, a/c, 5-appliances, garage, backyard. Near schools and shopping. No smok- ing/pets. $1350/month+ utilities. First/last. Available now. (905)686-7086. OPEN HOUSE CAR- RIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laun- dry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. N ear DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.real- star.ca Vendors WantedV Townhouses for RentT OPEN HOUSE TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Pri- vate backyards. Sauna & pking avail. N ear 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 OSHAWA, Taunton/Har- mony, luxury, new, 3+1- bdrms, 2-1/2 baths, 5 ap- pliances. 3-parking. Close to amenities and schools. No smoking/pets. $1300/month plus utilities. Avail. Feb.-1st. (647)886- 4590, joseph@bennygroup .com PICKERING, Whites & Sheppard. 2 large bed- room. 2 full washrooms, powder, laundry, balcony, living, kitchen, dining, gar- age, 2-parking. Near amenities/401. Available Feb 1st. $1100+utilities. (416)451-4933. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND- 3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bath- room townhomes, renovat- ed interior & exterior, available in friendly family- oriented complex. Immedi- ate. $1 095-$1295+utilities. 2-appliances, hardwood fl ooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. Rooms for Rent & WantedR AJAX FURNISHED ROOM furnished bedroom available. I ncludes kitch- enette, family room, wire- less internet, laundry fa- cilities. Close to 401, GO, banks, OPG. $110 per week. (905)683-5951 BROCK RD/FINCH Pick- ering, clean, quiet, large furnished bedsitting room. Private bathroom, shared kitchen. Must love animals! Parking, cable/internet in- cluded, $550/mo. Available immediately. N o smoking. (905)426-8525. CENTRAL AJAX large bed/sitting room with pri- vate bath. use of kitchen, laundry. cable/internet, parking. $650/mo-incl. avail. immediately. fi rst/last. (905)686-7316 OSHAWA, THORN- TON/ROSSLAND. 1 fur- nished room with kitchen & private entrance, parking. Working gentleman pre- ferred. No smoking/pets. $115/week. First/last 905- 434-7532. Vendors WantedV Rooms for Rent & WantedR ROOM FOR rent in N.W. Oshawa. Suit single fe- male. Tidy, clean home, run of house, walking dis- tance to Oshawa Centre. $450/month. Call Judy (905)576-3303 Shared Accommodation OSHAWA CENTRAL Park/Rossland. 2 large, clean bright rooms available now in quiet home. $475/inclusive. Use of house & yard. Students or professionals welcome. 905-622-6541 Susan OSHAWA, share clean quiet home, ideal for ma- ture working male. Fur- nished bedroom, laundry, parking. no smoking/pets. $500/mo inclusive. First/last. Avail. Feb. 1st. (905)720-1533 or (905)767-5839 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/ 905-728-8209; 519-445- 0553; 519-754-7214 (leave message) TWO ROOMS mature professional preferred, parking, share kitchen, storage available, own 3 pc. w ashroom, laundry, near Whitby library, fur- nished or unfurnished, March lst. $650 per mo. (905)665-2881. WHITBY SHORES/ VICTORIA house available to share, $550/month. 5 mins to Go, 10 min to downtown Whitby. P laza nearby. Female profes- sional/student preferred. (416)854-2752 Vacation Properties NORTH CAROLINA Mountains. Warm Winters/ Cool Summers. E-Z Fi- nancing Available!! NEW! E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell. 1344 Sq. foot/1.7 acres $89,900 828-247- 9966 code 45 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 Auctions Nannies Live-in/out LIVE IN CAREGIVER, re- quired for 2 preschool chil- dren, light cooking in- volved. Speak Edo lan- guage is an asset. Contact by e-mail: osabenedict@ hotmail.com or call (905)428-6041. LIVE-IN NANNY available immediately for child care, light house keeping and cooking. Honest, hard working, experienced, loves children, care giver certifi cate, letter of refer- ence, no agency fees. Call 905-571 -7018. 8:00am-8:00pm, Monday- Friday. Daycare Available PICKERING, LITTLE BEAR'S HOME DAYCARE currently has openings for children ages 1-5 years. Excellent rates! Call (905)831-4522 or email littlebears2009@live.ca Seniors ServicesS QUALIFIED MATURE PSW available for senior care, to help with meal prep, running errands, oth- er household needs. Call C.C. 905-439-4129. Articles for SaleA 6-PIECE QUEEN size bed- room suite. Good condi- tion. $200. Call (905)831- 2463. ADVERTISE Nationally to approximately 12 million households in North America's best suburbs! Place your classifi ed ad in over 900 suburban news- papers. Call Oshawa This Week 905-576-9335 for further information. 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. Show- room Sales Person- sala- ry+ comm. Service Techni- cian required. (905)728- 4043. BED, ALL new Queen or- thopedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. C all (416)779-0563 BEDROOM SET. Beautiful queen-size pine (Puritan Pine colour), 4-poster, honeycombe style w/top railing, huge dresser, small TV dresser, side tables. Box spring & mattress in- cluded. Cost $5300, asking $1500. (905)985-6543, (416)803-2848. Auctions Articles for SaleA CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL SALE! I have 1000 of yards for sale! Free un- derpad with installation. Free Estimates. Guaran- teed Lowest Prices. Big or small jobs, I do it all! Lex- us Flooring, Call Mike 905- 431-4040 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 FRIDGE/STOVE, WHITE, full size $750; black high- end fl at-top gas stove & fridge $1250; 6-person granite dining table blue/black pearl $1000; all 1-year old. (905)449-7355 FURNACES: FACTORY Direct, 92.1% High-Effi - ciency, from $1599, 95% High Effi ciency from $1799 (Installed). Furnaces qualify for Government Re- bates. Gas Lines, BBQ, Stoves, $179/15ft Installed. 416-303-1329. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1 -8 66-58 5-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. G uaranteed. 905- 259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUBS, 2008 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacrifi ce $3,900. 416-779- 0563. MODCHIPS SUPPLIED and installed. Wii $125; XBOX360 $75; PS2 $100. Allows your console to play backup copies. Call Mike (North Oshawa) 905-626-0542. Check web- site durhammods.com NEW LAMINATE Counter- tops. www.Prestolam.com. only$15ft made to order. Claim on the Home Reno- vation Tax Credit. Call Dis- count Quality Countertops 905-372-8969. discount- qualitycount ertops@hot- mail.com PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consulta- tion. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 Births Articles for SaleA 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. THEATRE SECTIONAL (Tan) suedene, less than a year old, cost $1800., will sell for $800 fi rm, moved and too big for room, treat- ed with Magic Seal. Like new! Call after 6p.m. 905- 728-0666. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT AP- PLIANCES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also reconditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt-size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appliances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 VENDORS WANTED at Courtice Flea Market. Rent starts at $185/mo for 10'x10' booth. Approx 250,000 people/year. L o- cated 2 minutes off 401 between Oshawa & Bowmanville Call 905-436- 1024 www.courticefl ea- market.com Births Articles WantedA CASH FOR GOLD. We buy Gold, Silver, Plat. Highest Payouts - Satisfac- tion Guaranteed 877-652- 3025 LOOKING FOR newer used solar panels. Call (905)922-7015 Pets, Supplies, Boarding BLACK LABS, fi rst shots, dewormed, vet checked, home raised. $450. C all (705)932-1502. GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups. Our great-grand ba- bies have arrived. 3 fe- males left, dewormed, shots, vet checked. $475. Call Any time (905)623- 9845. GORGEOUS GOLDEN- DOODLE babies, soft and silky non-shed, looking for their forever homes. Come for a play & fall in love. Call 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com NOVA SCOTIA DUCK TOLLER RETRIEVER PUPS. CKC registered, vet checked, tatooed, de- wormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. POODLE puppies, small miniature, vet checked and approved, home raised, many colors. Parents on site. Call 705-277-3013. Cars for Sale '98 CAVALIER 2-dr coupe, blue. 210,000. G reat stu- dent car. $1 500obo. Can throw in sub-woofers. (905)706-3517, or (905)697-6405, ask for Mike. 1994 HONDA ACCORD EX, 4 door, Automatic, 242,000km. G old. B est offer, As Is. Call (905)655- 7286 1997 CHEVROLET Lumi- na green w/grey interior V6 auto, pw/pdl/cruise am/fm/cd 149,000 kms. new front/rear brakes very clean, amazing condition looks awesome certifi ed e- tested $2450.00 905-435- 1091 2004 OLDS ALERO 58k $6995; 2004 Chev Cava- lier 34k $6495; 1999 Sat- urn SL1 180k $3495; 2000 Grand Prix 160k $3495 All vehicles certifi ed/e-tested, (905)925-2205. 2008 DODGE CHARGER - Red, grey interior, V6, 3.5 L engine, auto, cruise, PW, PL, FOB keyless entry, A/C, 8,000km. $18,500. (905)987-3581 after 5:30pm Cars WantedC ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. C ash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS, old cars & trucks wanted. C ash 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. $ $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 $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fa st Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)831-7399 1-866-256-2883 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 Vans/ 4-Wheel DriveV 1997 CHRYSLER Town & Country, 7 passenger, V6, 3.8L, dual sliding doors, p.l., p.w., p.seats., leather interior. 224,000kms, as is $1200 o.b.o. (905)839- 1750 MassagesM New Management 3 ladies daily No rush, no waiting! #1 Choice Special 2 for 1 Super Friendly Oriental (905)720-2958 1427 King St. E., Courtice (beside Swiss Chalet) 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 NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, February 05, 2009, PAGE 19 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com 2 be d r o o m a p a r t m e n t f o r r e n t , a v a i l - able e n d o f S e p t e m ber. $ 0 0 0 p e r m o n t h includ e s hydro . 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