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Home My WebLink AboutNA2009_02_12 By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham’s finance depart- ment presented a budget on Tuesday that would mean an average 3.49 per cent prop- erty tax increase, coming in under council’s four-per cent guideline. Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp said his budget would create an average increase of $75 on a home valued at $289,400. Included in it is $56 for general purposes for depart- ments such as works, social services and emergency medical services, $6 for solid waste and $13 for transit. The increases will vary by municipality and a further break down will be coming to councillors later in the week. Including water and sewer rates, which have already been set, the Region’s 2009 budget would total $1.1 billion. When planning for 2009, the Region faces economic uncertainty with fuel and winter maintenance costs and Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Payment casel- oads. “If there was something that happened as result of a dramatic increase in caseload, we do have the rate-stabilization fund in place to deal with it,” said Mr. Clapp. As well, the finance commissioner sug- gested creating a $2.5-million reserve for winter maintenance since the Region went over its snow budget by $4.7 million in 2008. However, some councillors are already advocating for a three-per cent maximum tax increase. Among them is finance com- mittee chairwoman and Scugog Mayor Mar- ilyn Pearce. She disagrees with the winter mainte- nance reserve and said overruns can be funded out of the rate-stabilization fund. “We dealt with a ($4.7 million) deficit in winter maintenance and still put $2 million into our reserves,” she said of 2008. “I have a real tough time taxing people for the re- serves.” Mayor Pearce also said the assessment increases will be higher than the average in communities with little or no growth such as Scugog. Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said staff deserved nothing but kudos for coming in under the guideline and said he would be ready to vote for the budget as is. “I understand Mayor Pearce’s comments,” he said. “But I tell you I’d rather deal with a $2.5 million for winter maintenance today and leave it in the budget and be able to take it out next year when things might be a little tougher.” The finance committee will make a final recommendation on Thursday after going through the various departments’ budgets. ÃÌÊ£Ç 110 HOPKINS ST. 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Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Greenbank’s Peyton Phoenix gets a friendly lick from Trek, a three-year-old dog guide for the blind. The two met at the Petapolooza Trade show at the Pickering Recreation Complex last Saturday. Trek and his owner Carla Boose were at the Lions Club booth promoting the upcoming Walk For Guide Dogs fundraiser. 3.49 per cent property tax hike proposed ✦ See more budget news on Page 2 Adult cash fare to rise to $2.90 July 1 GO One Fare Anywhere program avoids budget axe By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham Region Transit (DRT) will be in “survival mode” in 2009 with the budget approved by the Region’s finance committee on Tuesday. Ted Galinis, general manager for DRT, said the focus will be on maintaining services for existing riders and enhancements along the busiest routes such as over- capacity buses serving the UOIT and Durham College campus. “In 2009 you’ll see we’re look- ing at survival mode ... these people have tickets and they need to be moved,” Mr. Galinis said at a joint finance and transit executive committee meeting. The GO One Fare Anywhere program will remain, but DRT will examine the service and cre- ate a business case for it in 2009. One Fare Anywhere allows rid- ers with DRT fare media such as passes, tickets and transfers to ride GO buses in Durham for that same fare. Transit management had proposed axing the program in order to balance its budget after the finance department required DRT to budget $1.20 per litre for fuel costs. The requirement came after DRT consistently went over its fuel budget each year. All Re- gional departments were re- quired to use that fuel rate in their budgets. Instead of chopping One Fare Anywhere, the DRT budget con- tains a $605,000 provision for fuel risk. If diesel prices stay low, re- cently DRT has been paying less than 90 cents per litre, Mr. Gali- nis will be able to apply to use the leftover funds. However, if DRT faces $1.20 fuel prices in 2009, the GO agreement would be in jeopardy regardless of the fuel risk provi- sion. “The cost of One Fare Any- where would have to be in- creased by GO anyway, which would take it out of our range,” said Mr. Galinis. Although DRT’s $33.7-million budget will see an almost 12 per cent increase over 2008, the tran- sit authority did have to make cuts in order to create the fuel provision. These included can- celling additional enhancements on routes such as those meet- ing GO trains in the lakeshore communities, cutting passenger surveys and deferring improve- ments to stops and shelters. Fares will increase by two per cent in 2009, bringing an adult cash fare to $2.90 effective July 1. That’s comparable to other GTA transit providers. Mississauga and Brampton will be at $3. Finance commissioner Jim Clapp said the fare increase bal- ances an average $13 property tax increase for transit. Overall in 2008, there was an 11.6 per cent increase in rider- ship over 2007, which accounts for more than 880,000 rides. The primary growth driver was students using the UPASS to get to the Durham College, UOIT and Trent in Oshawa campus. Students voted last week 90.6 per cent in favour of renewing the program, which allows them unlimited use of DRT for a man- datory $60 per semester and $80 in the summer. Durham’s leading wedding professionals are at the Ajax Pickering News Advertiser Spring 2009 Sunday, February 22, 2009 11am - 5pm Ajax Convention Centre 500 Beck Cres., Ajax 2 fashion shows 12 Noon and 3pm. 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THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 12, 2009 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Victim’s relatives attend Oshawa court proceedings Family doing ‘horrible’ sister says DURHAM — The bail hearing for five men charged in the death of a Scarborough man outside at a Pickering nightclub was to con- tinue today and tomorrow. The hearings are being held at two locations of the Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa. Bail hearings for the five men began Monday and continued on Tuesday. Kesevan Muthulingam, Niran- chan Ramachandran, Khoushi- kan Vigneswaran, Dileep Ratnam and Ramanan Velauthapillai, all from the Montreal area, face a number of charges in the death of Hardat (Ronald) Dyall, who died following an incident outside the Tropix Restaurant and Lounge in Pickering. Mr. Dyall, 35, was hit by a van in the early morning hours of Dec. 13, 2008, and died in hospital on Dec. 18. Justice of the Peace Ronald Pre- stage imposed a publication ban on evidence heard during the bail hearing, including the reasons for the ban. Outside bail court on Monday, Malini Dyall, the sister of Mr. Dyall, said the family was doing “horrible. My mom is very sick. By the end of the day, we may have to take her back (to the hos- pital).” The affair has been “very stress- ful on her,” Ms. Dyall said of her mother, who suffers from heart and kidney ailments. “Anger” is how she described her emotion at seeing the five ac- cused walking into the court. “Just watching them take a breath of air. My brother isn’t able to do that,” said Ms. Dyall. Family members were dressed in white T-shirts, two of which read, ‘My Little Brother Ronald. Rest in Peace’ and ‘RIP Ronald. My Brother’. Family members were taking time off work to be at the bail hearing, Ms. Dyall said. Tropix hearing continues Thursday, Friday Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Hardat (Ronald) Dyall died in hospital five days after being hit by a van on Dec. 13, 2008 outside of the Tropix Restau- rant and Lounge in Pickering. Five Montreal-area men face a number of charges in relation to the incident. Married couple charged in jewelry store theft Distraction-style robbery occurred Jan. 2 at town centre PICKERING — After a lengthy in- vestigation and with help from the public, a married couple has been charged in robbing a jewelry store at the Pickering Town Centre. The incident happened at Map- pins Jewellers on Friday, Jan. 2 in a distraction-style theft. The couple was arrested in early February. Ovidiu Caldaras, 38, and Dinarca Caldaras, 34, both of Denby Drive in Pickering, are jointly charged with theft over $5,000. Both were held for bail hearings. Two accomplices have yet to be found. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Price of the 19 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1924. Anonymous tips can be made to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) where tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The minister of ed- ucation has cut off a deadline set by the Elementary Teachers’ Federa- tion of Ontario (ETFO) with a non- negotiable one of her own. In an effort to avoid labour disrup- tions, Education Minister Kathleen Wynne presented a new provincial framework offer to ETFO and the Ontario Public School Boards’ Asso- ciation (OPSBA) on Tuesday, which includes an acceptance deadline of 4 p.m. today, Feb. 12. “I’m happy that she did that,” said Oshawa Trustee Larry Jacula, Dur- ham District School Board’s chair- man. “She’s also trying to avoid any labour unrest.” The non-negotiable offer includes a compounded 10.4-per-cent salary increase over four years - two per cent for each of the first two years, and three per cent in each of the last two years, as well as other improve- ments. “I feel that it’s fair, fully funded by the ministry, and it will avoid any disruption to our kids in the schools,” Trustee Jacula said. The wage increase would bring the maximum teacher salary to al- most $93,000 a year. The offer also includes: all sup- ports other elementary teachers received that signed the provincial framework; more preparation time — 240 minutes instead of 200; 431 more teachers for smaller class sizes, 144 more Grade 7 and Grade 8 teachers, better work conditions for occasional teachers and guaranteed enhancement to benefits. The public elementary teachers must ask themselves if, in this econ- omy, their bargaining units will be able to secure what she’s offering, Ms. Wynne stated. “Our government has been up front about its projection of a sig- nificant deficit and is facing very challenging economic times,” Ms. Wynne said. She is calling on ETFO and OPSBA to carefully consider the “fair pro- posal,” she said. But ETFO accused the minister of creating a “poisoned” environment for negotiations by airing her offer in a public forum before the federa- tion had enough time to deliberate. “If her professed desire is to cre- ate peace and stability, this ap- proach won’t achieve that,” said David Clegg, ETFO president, in a press release. The ETFO has given school boards until Feb. 13 to present their complete offers, remove all strips, also called take-aways, and provide nothing less than secondary school teachers received. While negotiating the provin- cial framework, the OPSBA turned down the ETFO’s offer to receive a compounded 10.22 per cent in- crease over four years, instead of the 12.5 per cent increase other groups received, in exchange for using the remaining two per cent to hire more teachers, Mr. Clegg said in a Feb. 9 interview. “It seems hard to believe that the Minister does not realize her proposal creates 1,500 fewer jobs than the ETFO proposal that also involves a 10.4 per cent salary in- crease,” he said. The process is offensive, Mr. Clegg said. 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. Written comments may be forwarded to the Regional Clerk at the address indicated below. For inclusion in the Council agenda, receipt of written comments by noon on Thursday, February 12, 2009 is requested. For further information regarding the Regional Council meeting, please contact the Regional Clerk at 905-668-7711 ext. 2100. Further information regarding the 2009 Business Plans and Budgets and related fees and charges is available at no cost upon request by contacting the Business Planning, Budgets and Risk Management Division of the Region’s Finance Department at (905) 668-7711 ext. 2302. P. M. Madill Regional Clerk 2009 Regional Business Plans And Budgets FINANCE DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE The Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 Telephone 905-668-7711 ANDREW SHAW Consultant andrew.shaw@investorsgroup.com (905) 831-0034 1-866-476-1535 Parent info session In the Loop – a special event designed to educate families about the benefits of a college education. 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This time, the news was about the loss of 10,000 white-collar positions worldwide being axed by the auto giant by May 1. No word about how many are being let go here in Canada but the number being suggested is 3,400 in the United States so that leaves 6,600 for the rest of the world. GM spokespeople are being tight- lipped about the future at Canadian headquarters at Colonel Sam Drive in Oshawa. Suffice to say morale can’t be good. But then, it’s been a tough few years for General Motors and this is just the latest move in the corpora- tion’s attempt to remain solvent and to get back on track. It’s clear the corporation must meet guidelines laid down by the U.S. gov- ernment as a condition for accepting $13.4 billion in American bailout fund- ing. That means become leaner and meaner and more competitive. So it can’t be easy working for GM -- but it certainly beats the alternative of being unemployed. Right now, in Toronto at the Cana- dian International Auto Show, GM is doing its best to look to the future and is pushing green alternatives and the sporty new 2010 Camaro. It’s banking on a whole host of options whether they be hybrids, the Volt, the sleek 2010 Buick Allure, the 2010 Equinox, award-winners like the Malibu and Cadillac CTS and others, to embolden its customer base and bring back those who may have strayed away. But GM’s survival and its future as a major player depend on the economy making a comeback. General Motors did not create the dire circumstances bedevilling the global marketplace, yet it is certainly suffering from the condi- tions created by the worldwide credit crunch, spiralling unemployment rates, depressed consumer spending and lagging sales figures. For any plan to work, for General Motors to rebound, consumer confi- dence has to return, people have to get back on the job. Taxpayers must continue to demand their governments, both in Canada and the U.S., exhaust every path that might aid economic recovery. Airport jobs would be fleeting To the editor: Short term gain, long term pain. A Pickering airport would admittedly create numerous construction jobs while the facility was being built. But then we would be left with the expense of an airport to run! Don’t believe all those rosy predic- tions of permanent jobs. Surely we have learned by now that a second airport for Toronto is not need- ed. Let’s press our government for funds for local projects that will improve local infrastructure, and not create a money-gobbling tax pit. Lys Laurence Scarborough I went snowboarding by myself today. I like snowboarding by myself. Mostly because there’s no one else to laugh when I take a header or clean out some toddler while fumbling off the lift. Don’t get me wrong, I love spending time with my wife and kids on the slopes. It’s just that my wife is a very good, very aggressive skier. And, as patient and kind though she is, I can’t ever quite get past feeling like some kind of doughey, slow cousin she got stuck with for the day. I sometimes wonder that, were we not married, she might distract me with a plate of fries and ditch me in the chalet. And my kids? Well, they’re teenagers. Sarcasm comes as naturally to them as breathing. And, for children who repeat- edly waltz blindly past heaps of laundry and dirty dishes at home, their eyesight on the ski hill is raptor-like. They gleefully note every misstep, near-fall and gaffe. So occasionally it is nice to just do my thing . . . sans audience. Besides, when you snowboard or ski alone, you get to people watch. For some reason, aside from the occasional look that says, “Oh that poor loser. His wife ditched him for a plate of fries,” no one pays you much attention when you’re by yourself on the hill. Almost invisible, you get to listen in. One of my favourite things. And you learn stuff. For instance, until today, I did not know that the term “Yard Sale” was used to describe someone, a middle-aged man snowboarding by himself perhaps, who has had such a calamitous wipe-out that his gear is sent flying everywhere. I also learned that, “Karen is like, such a total slut.” It’s tidbits of information just like this; “Moss always grows on the north side of trees;” “Where there’s smoke, there’s fire;” and “Karen is like, such a total slut,” that often come in very handy. I resolved to keep an eye out for any females named Karen or women who appear to be skiing like sluts. Finally, when you are by yourself at the ski hill, you get to share a chair-lift with strangers. Never underestimate the value of this time. That person beside you might have the most interesting tale to tell, he or she might be your new best friend. It might even be Karen. The point is you never know until you engage them. I struck gold, or rather silver, on my first try. I rode up the hill with a woman who told me how she’d been out skiing for a few hours every morning this winter. It was how she liked to start her day. She had a beautiful, wise smile and her eyes, even behind the amber tint of her goggles, sparkled with health and humour. I saw her slaloming gracefully down the hill at various times that morning. She was alone, but happy, independent and very much alive. I found myself wanting, hop- ing to have that kind of spirit at her stage of the course. I silently thanked her and whoever had sent her to me, and contin- ued looking for Karen. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic- writer, saves some of his best lines for his col- umn. Go solo on the hills to discover a whole new world Neil Crone/ Enter Laughing By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Ducks, geese and salmon don’t vote, so it’s up to hu- mans to take the initiative, says the 2008 winner of the Pickering Natu- ralists Conservation Award. “We’re the top of the chain,” says Rayfield Pye. “Our decisions impact everything else down the chain.” The Pickering Naturalists sup- ports local conservation initiatives and projects, and is a watchdog in Pickering and Durham for environ- mental and conservation issues. Mr. Pye’s been a member of the Pickering Naturalists for 15 years and spends most of his time “hang- ing around Durham Region,” hik- ing, taking photos, bird watching and observing butterflies. “For me, what makes a town or city an interesting place is its green spaces,” he says. Pickering Naturalists gave Mr. Pye the award for his role in a num- ber of conservation initiatives, such as being an expert birder and natu- ralist on the Breeding Bird Atlas, Durham Rare Bird Hotline, and summer bird counts. He was also recognized for his work on the Dur- ham Region Field Naturalists’ Con- servation Committee and creating the internet group, Ontario But- terflies. He attends several political meetings a week, sometimes going simply to watch, other times, to ask questions. He’s also a member of many other groups throughout the GTA. Mr. Pye has a special interest in birding and leads Pickering Natu- ralists Christmas bird counts. In the winter, there are ducks, geese, seagulls, some song birds that can handle cold weather, Cardinals, chickadees and mockingbirds, which are new to the area. “They probably arrived in Pickering 20 years ago and they’re doing rather well,” he says. The accomplishment that stands out most to Mr. Pye, which the Pickering Naturalists recognized him for, was his role on Thickson’s Woods Land Trust in Whitby. The group purchased 8.5 acres of indus- trial zoned land and paid $650,000 in four years through small dona- tions to save it from development. “The small amounts of habitat around are all there because people want them to be,” he says, referring to the few small natural habitats still preserved in the GTA. Although he won the award, it’s what got him that award that mat- ters most to him. “It’s the volunteering that mat- ters,” he says. The Pickering Naturalists meet once a month in the O’Brien Room at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex. Memberships are $21 a per- son or $25 a family annually. 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PICKERING — A course offered in Ajax will let those who complete it boat for life. The Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, Frenchman’s Bay Squadron is again hosting a boat- ing and navigation course that anyone can join. The non-profit, voluntary char- ity organization hopes to increase awareness and knowledge of safe boating by educating and training. Topics include: ropes, lines and knots; weather; emergencies; and plotting. “Our instructors are second to none,” said Paul Lennerton, public relations officer. All boat operators starting in September 2009 will have to pos- sess a licence (Pleasure Craft Op- eration Card), which is good for life. The 15-week course begins next week and continues weekly for the duration. The location in Ajax is still to be confirmed. For costs and more infor- mation visit www.fbps.ca, call Alan at 416-287-2698 or e-mail alanrichardson@rogers.com. 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Construction began in July 2005 and was commissioned in December 2007. The second one was a techni- cal innovation award which won for the development of a com- puter-based application to im- prove data collection for bench- marking. “Winning two awards of this magnitude in one year is truly outstanding,” said Regional Chairman Roger Anderson in a prepared statement. “Staff oversaw the largest project ever undertaken by our Region, to date. Their close in- volvement with the project en- sured all objectives were met, which resulted in a project de- livered on time and within bud- get. In addition, their ideas may benefit municipalities across the province.” Durham Region also received a certificate of appreciation for its participation in National Public Works Week. 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Take advantage of the 15% Tax Rebate Stucco Ceiling Flattening Suede Faux Finish’s Drywall Repairs and More 905-442-2074 Call for a Free Estimate 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 12, 2009 PAGE 11 Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Making waves at the LOSSA championship PICKERING — Dunbarton High School’s Erica Baniuk rips through the water while competing in the senior girls’ 100-metre freestyle event at the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) Swimming Championships. Athletes from schools across Durham Region competed at the meet at the Pickering Recreation Complex pool on Friday. Pickering Panthers coach: ‘Anything’s possible’ Junior squad in tough in playoffs against top-ranked Kingston Voyageurs By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Although the Pickering Panthers and Kingston Voyageurs finished miles apart in the standings, Pickering head coach Bill Brady is nonetheless convinced his team won’t go down without a battle. “Anything’s possible. You just never know. We’re playing one of the best teams in the whole league, but never say never,” said Brady on the eve of the series opener in Kingston tonight (Thursday, 7:30 p.m.). The Ontario Junior Hockey League’s best-of-five Ruddock Di- vision quarter-final series stays in Kingston for Game 2 on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Game 3 is in Pickering on Sunday at 8:30 p.m. Game 4, if neces- sary, is in Pickering on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 8:30 p.m. Game 5, if needed, is in Kingston on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Brady is fully aware his Panthers, which finished eighth in the Rud- dock Division (13-30, 3 OT wins, 2 OT losses, 1 shootout loss) will be hard-pressed for wins against a first- place Kingston squad that finished 41 points ahead of the Panthers and amassed a sterling record (34-9, 2 OT wins, 1, OT loss, 3 shootout losses) in the division. On paper, the series almost looks over before it begins, but Brady begs to differ. If some aspects of the Panthers’ game rises to the occasion, then it just might be game on. “First and foremost, you need goaltending. If we get good goalten- ding we’ve got chance. We have to eliminate their speed through the neutral zone because they’re an ex- plosive hockey team. If we take away their speed in the neutral zone and play well in our end we’ll give them a go.” The way the Panthers finished the regular season should provide some confidence as they skate into the post-season. In their penultimate reg- ular-season tilt, the Pickering juniors upended Kingston 5-2 in Pickering last Friday. In their final game last Sunday in Lindsay, the Panthers were nipped 4-3 by the Muskies. Brady said the solid final regular- season week- end hopeful- ly means his team is peaking at the right time. “I think it gives us a bit of con- fidence heading into the playoffs,” said Brady. “We had a good game against Kingston. But, in no way, shape or form are we overconfident. It’s a challenge we’re looking for- ward to instead of one we’re afraid of.” Brady noted he’ll have all hands on deck for the playoff series, al- though he’ll continue to be without defenceman Nick LeBouthillier and forward Chris Gelencser, who are out for the remainder of the season with broken wrists. In the season series between Pickering and Kingston, the Voya- geurs recorded three wins to the Panthers’ two. Sports briefs FEBRUARY 12, 2009 Gymnasts a whiz at qualifier AJAX — Durham Whiz Kids gymnasts soared past the competition at the recent second provincial gym- nastics qualifier in Ottawa. Cameron Namek of Pickering led the Ajax-based gymnastics club by placing first overall in the Level 2, 10- to 12-year-old category. He also won gold on the parallel bars and high-bar, a silver medal on rings and bronze medals on the pommel horse and vault events. Samuel Cirone of Oshawa placed 10th overall in the Level 1, under-10 age group. He captured a silver medal on vault. Marc LePage of Whitby and Ryan Del Genio of Ajax represented the club in the Level 3 category, ages 13-15. LePage was fifth overall and earned bronze medals on the pommel horse and vault. Meanwhile, Del Genio placed seventh overall, winning a gold medal on the high bar. Based on their performances, Namek, LePage and Del Genio have already qualified for the Provincial championships in April. Pickering boxer finds silver lining PICKERING — A rookie fighter had to be content with a silver medal at the Brampton Cup boxing tourna- ment last weekend. Brandon Jefferies, 17, of Pickering, represented Tiller’s Boxing Club of Scarborough at the well- subscribed boxing event. Fighting in the 75-kilo junior division, Jefferies captured silver after losing an 11-0 de- cision to Cameron McGean of the St. Catharines Boxing Club. Coach Chris Tiller said that, al- though Jefferies landed several hard punches in the match, he wasn’t cred- ited for them on the judges’ scores. In his earlier fight at the Bramp- ton Cup — the first bout of his career — he demolished Chris Johnston’s Fighting Alliance Boxer Anthony Lopes. The fight lasted about 30 seconds, with Jefferies winning by a first-round RSC (referee stopped contest). Hockey heroes on ice in Durham DURHAM — A handful of Hockey Hall of Famers will be in Oshawa next week. The Legendary Hockey Heroes game returns to Oshawa and the General Motors Centre Feb. 17 (7 p.m.) and will feature the likes of Hall of Fame players Bryan Trottier, Billy Smith, Steve Shutt, Glenn An- derson and Dale Hawerchuk. Tickets are $20 each and avail- able at the GMC Centre, at the door on Feb. 17 or by calling 1-800- 268-7371. Panthers’ Postscript The Panthers and the Whitby Fury tied for eighth place in the Ruddock Division with 35 points. The Fury got the nod for seventh place in the division by having a better head-to-head record against the Panthers... Veteran Greg Riggs led the Panthers in scor- ing this season with 56 points (19 goals, 34 assists)... Luke Puiras, Jeff Broekema and affiliated player Blair Falotico scored in Pickering’s 4-3 loss to Lindsay last Sunday... Connor Ste. Marie, with two, Brandon Parks, Aaron Pierce and Des Cowan scored for Pickering in the 5-2 win over Kingston last Friday. ‘We’re playing the best team in the whole league, but never say never.’ — BILL BRADY, HEAD COACH OF THE PICKERING PANTHERS For further information please contact your Classifi ed Sales Representative, 905-683-5110 x286 Fax 905-683-7363 or email classifi eds@durhamregion.com THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Oshawa, Whitby, Clarington, Ajax & Pickering INCLUDES workopolis.com AND localmarketplace.ca ALL FOR ONE PRICE! and Mechanical Techniques Certificates Industrial Designed for those intending to pursue a career as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright. 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This position will report to the Director of Education and liaise with local media, senior staff, and other stakeholders as well as work closely with the Board’s Web Architect and other appropriate Board personnel to ensure consistent and transparent communications standards for all materials, including those posted on the Board’s website. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. You are invited to submit your resume, outlining your qualifications and experience, including references, salary expectations, and a Media Relations Philosophy Statement (not to exceed one page), by Friday, February 27, 2009, to: Lina Goldsmith, Staff Development/Recruitment Assistant Durham Catholic District School Board 650 Rossland Road West, Oshawa, ON L1J 7C4 e-mail: lina.goldsmith@dcdsb.ca fax: 905.576.0923 Please note that a condition of employment with the School Board is the successful completion of a criminal background check. We are an equal opportunity employer. DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Learning and Living in Faith www.dcdsb.ca and Nursing & Health Care JOB EXPO Special In-Paper Section: Friday, May 8th, 2009 FREE ADMISSION OPEN TO PUBLIC NOON - 7P.M. 1011 Bloor St. E., Oshawa Wednesday, May 13th 2009 - presents in conjunction with our - HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPOHEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO For more information call Erin Jackson, Classifi eds Advertising T: 905-683-5110 fax: 905-683-7363 or email: ejackson@durhamregion.com Request for Proposal for Brand Development The Oshawa Ski Club seeks a highly qualifi ed candidate with outstanding credentials and experience to provide strategic direction and assistance in building a new brand identity. The successful candidate will develop a new brand identity for the facility, including brand strategy and brand essence. T hey will also work with the marketing department to develop a complete brand guide, as well as an external launch strategy. 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Please Call Angela Mon - Fri 1 p.m.- 8 p.m. (905) 666- 4672 JB COUNTRY HOMES is looking for qualifi ed fulltime staff, minimum 5-yrs. expe- rience for upcoming homes and sub-division. M ust be able to frame,drywall,trim, etc. Must have own trans- portation. Starting at $18/hour. Fax resume to: 905-982-1217. Career Training General Help ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good benefi t s and salary. Please fax resume to (905) 619-2901 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. BLUELINE TAXI is seek- ing customer-oriented ac- cessible and sedan taxicab drivers for Oshawa and Ajax. Earn cash daily and training provided. Please call Roy or Ian 905-440- 2011 Christian Non- Profi t Daycare looking for Part Time Afternoon position and Supply positions for On Call Fax resume to: Hiring Committee 905-839-8273 Also looking ahead for summer students Career Training General Help CLEANERS needed ur- gent for fast-growing maid service. Permanent posi- tion. Room for advance- ment. Excellent pay, g reat working environment. Not suitable for students. 905- 723-6242 CLEANERS, SEARS Maid Services requires house cleaners. Good drivers li- cense mandatory, w eek- days only, experience pre- ferred. 30 + hours per week. email seaosh@sympatico. ca or fax 905 665-4499. DATA ENTRY PROCES- SORS NEEDED! Earn $3,500-$5,000 Weekly Working from Home! Guar- anteed paychecks! No Ex- perience Necessary! Posi- tions Available To day! Register Online Now! www.DataCashNow.com ECE TEACHERS & AS- SISTANTS Full time/part time for Ajax / Pickering/ Whitby/ Brooklin childcare centre. Send resume by fax (905)831-9347 or email childcare.positions @hotmail.com LOOKING FOR person willing to talk to small groups. A car and internet needed. Pl ease call Diana 1- 866-306-5858. Careers General Help FRIENDLY PEOPLE to do telephone work for busy of- fi c e, no selling. Monday to Friday 5-9p.m., Saturday 10-1p.m. Great employ- ment for college students. Call between 9-9, Mon.-Fri. (905)655-9053. 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 Careers General Help MAGICUTS HAS the fol- lowing positions available: licensed asst manger for Pickering & Whitby. Full & pt stylist for Oshawa, Pick- ering salon. We offer: hourly/commission, bene- fi ts, profi t sharing, hiring bonus, advancement op- portunities, training class- es, monthly prizes. Join a winning team. Call Crystal (905) 579-6757 SUPERINTENDANT COU- PLES needed to manage luxury building, Simcoe St. Oshawa. Enthusiastic and fi t. Must be able to perform administrative tasks and maintenance issues inde- pendently, collect rent, cleaning. Apply to jobs@skylineonline.ca or by fax 905-623-5582. Careers General Help $25/HR AVG. FULL TIME!! WE TRAIN YOU! Call: (905) 435-0518 ORDER TAKERS NEEDED WAREHOUSE LABOUR- ER required immediately for Brock/Bayly, Pickering area. Experienced with lift trucks and Inventory Con- trol. Basic computer knowl- edge an asset. Fax re- sume w/salary expecta- tions to 905-420-9988 Careers General Help SUPERINTENDENT East Durham area. Mature couple required. Good salary and 2-bdrm apt. Routine repairs, mainte- nance & cleaning. Some administrative duties. Cur- rent clear police check re- quired. Please send re- sumes to File #369, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 TIRED OF McJOBS? $360/Wk to Start, up to $800/Wk, No Commission. Fun Work. Full Time Posi- tions Available. Call Now, Start Tomorrow. Amber 905-668-5544 Careers General Help UNIK CHOCOLATE, is ex- panding & we require Rep- resentatives & Drivers for pick up (A/C vehicle nec- essary). Salary $600- $1000 net per week plus gas. Please call (905)831- 7191 WANTED - EXPERI- ENCED Greenhouse grow- er for garden centre busi- ness. Qualifi ed person must have greenhouse ex- perience growing mixed planters and hanging bas- kets. Experience in sales/customer service an asset, but willing to train. An excellent opportunity for advancement. Must be a team player! Must have own transportation. IN- TERESTED - Please fax resume to 905-655-8472, or email service@ ogslandscape.ca Subject: Attn: Lo uise, Resume Careers 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 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, February 12, 2009 newsdurhamregion.com FAX YOUR AD TODAY TO ONE OF OUR CLASSIFIED SALES REPS TODAY!905-683-0707 Employment Opportunity for a Family Physician The Youth Centre, a community health centre providing primary care to teens living in Ajax and Pickering, is looking to fi ll a Physi- cian position. Applications for full-time and part-time hours will be considered. This individual will be a member of our Program Team, comprised of Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Dietitian, So- cial Workers and Health Promoters. The Centre provides programs and services to approximately 5,000 teens in a suburban community of 150,000 residents, located just east of Toronto. This is a salaried position and includes a benefi t package. Some on-call coverage and evening work is required. Qualifi cations for this position include: • CCFP (or equivalent) • Ability to relate to the needs of youth • Interest in working in a small community setting with nurses functioning in an expanded role • Interest and experience in the delivery of primary care, with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention Please submit your resume and cover letter by April 15, 2009 to: Executive Director, The Youth Centre 360 Bayly St. W. # 5 Ajax, Ontario. L1S 1P1 Or fax to: 905-428-9151 Or email: resumes@theyouthcentre.ca Website: www.theyouthcentre.ca Durham Honda Powerhouse Experienced Sales Professional required for Durham Honda Powerhouse. Experience with Honda products preferred. The ideal candidate must be able to communicate, learn and adapt to new processes. Applicable sales experience in this industry is required. Honda experience preferred. OMVIC certifi cation also a requirement or willingness to obtain OMVIC certifi cation. Please forward resume to Human Resources Department Fax 905 886 0686 Email: srobinson@awin.ca www.awin.ca Summer Job Fair Tuesday, February 17, 2009 12:00pm - 4:00pm Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? Don't miss out on this interview opportunity with Vandermeer Nursery, Bayfair Daycare & Camp Robin Hood Come dressed for success and arrive early to avoid disappointment! Space is limited. Interviews will be conducted on a fi rst come, fi rst serve basis. Hosted by: YMCA Durham Employment & Community 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 16 (Highway 2 and Valley Farm Rd.) Pickering, Ontario (905) 427-7670 Call Linda for more details. FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN Supply, install, and service of recycling equipment. Candidates having millwright license or wanting to apprentice as a millwright should apply. Other criteria includes ability to travel extensively, work day shift or night shift. Immediate openings. Send cover letter and resume via fax 905-420-0319 or email jobs@machinexrt.ca. No phone calls please TORONTO / GTA AREA Accounting Clerk ● Customer Service Reps Clerical Assistant ● Receptionist Assistant Manager ● Sales Representatives 1-2 years Experience ● 28k-45k General Offi ce Skills & Problem Solving Abilities Email: info@staffl ocater.ca 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 Careers Skilled & Technical Help General Help We are seeking a Jr./Inter- mediate Graphic Designer. Completion of diploma in graphic design required. Please submit your re- sume and portfolio along with salary expectations to Tony@jellybeanimag- ing.com WORK FOR YOURSELF ON YOUR OWN TERMS AND BEAT THE ECO- NOMIC DOWNTURN! We have PT/FT opportunities to make earnings of $60- $500k/year! Find out what is possible and Call 1-866- 244-2740 (Code P). Skilled & Technical Help ADAMSON SYSTEMS Engineering has an open- ing in product develop- ment, for a full-time CAD/CAM engineer. Fa- miliarity with manufactur- ing. Solid communication skills. Resumes to ben@ adamsonproaudio.com Careers Skilled & Technical Help APPLIANCE TECHNI- CIANS full time, required immediately for Durham area. Road service and in- shop repairs for all major appliance brands. Mini- mum 5 years experience required. Valid drivers li- cense and clean abstract. Use of company vehicle. Benefi ts available, wages negotiable. Join Durham's Leading Appliance Retailer Celebrating 50 years in Business. Paddy's Market, 2212 Taunton Rd. Hamp- ton. Apply with resume or call 905-263-8369. Fax 905-263-1076 CLASS A AUTO MECHANIC required for busy shop in Brooklin. Strong diag- nostic skills & ability to communicate with customers is essential. SERVICE WRITER we are looking for a presentable customer driven individual with a positive, caring attitude. Fax resume to Brooklin Precision Tune Auto Care (905)655-6173 Careers Skilled & Technical Help CUSTOM WOOD- WORKING shop required a cabinet maker and general shop help with wood working experience, competitive wages and overtime available, full time days. Email custom- woodworking@live.ca HEAVY TRUCK & COACH Apprentice mechanic to work in a fast paced gar- age. Applicant must be able to work independent- ly. Please fax resume to: 905-697-9940 or drop off at: Andy's Repair Center, 40 Port Darlington Rd., Bowmanville. LICENSED MECHANIC required for busy Newcas- tle garage. No weekends, wages based on experi- ence, benefi ts. Call (905)987-1400, or fax (905)987-6918. Office Help BOOKKEEPER required part-time for Ajax busi- ness. Requires Quick- books and knowledge of accounting up to fi nancial statements. Fax resumes to: 905-427-8777. Hospital/Medical /Dental MEDICAL PROFESSION- AL: P-T, O-T, Kinesiolo- gist, SLP and PSW's want- ed for Growing Medical Company. Part/Full time positions. Must have ex- perience with ABI, Neuro- logical and Complex Care Clients. fax resume to 905-471-9799. PROGRESSIVE family dental practice in Uxbridge requires a dental hygienist. Please Fax resume to: 905-852-9558. THE BROOKLIN Medical centre has requires a Reg- istered Practical Nurse, Please send resume to lana@brooklinmedical.com or fax (905)655-4848 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. General Help Office Help Investment/ Business PropertiesI BLUE MOUNTAIN CHA- LET - Must Sell - $364,000.00 Income op- portunity 50-60k annually Call 416-717-3617 Industrial/ Commercial SpaceI AVAILABLE IMMEDIATE- LY in Pickering commer- cial space for lease in small plaza. Approx. 600-sq feet. $1000/mo. Gas, heating and a/c available. Call Fitzroy (905)831-3465 or (905)492-2684. INDUSTRIAL COMMER- CIAL unit with offi ce space, 1250 sq. feet in South Oshawa (Rit- son/Bloor). Available im- mediately. Call 905-839- 9104. NEWLY RENOVATED, 2,500sq.ft, Lindsay, on busy hwy. Loads of park- ing. Perfect for variety store or car lot. Available immediately. Ask for Ange- lo or Kelly (905)655-5525. PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA, INDUSTRIAL UNIT, available immediately. 1,425sq.ft. Call 905-579- 5077 or 905-571-3281. STORAGE UNITS 10' x 20' Wilson Rd. S. Oshawa. Unheated. $125. - $135. per mo. Call (905)725- 9991 Offices & Business Space BROOKLIN Commercial space 71 Baldwin (down- town) 300, 600, 1100-sq.ft. ground fl oor retail or second fl oor fi nished offi ce space w/reception area. Available immediately. 416-704-1627 e-mail for photos: kgold@bellnet.ca 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. General Help Office Help Business OpportunitiesB ATTENTION: Turn 10 hours a week into $1500/month. Work from home online. Free training, fl exible hours. Go to web- site: www.usegreen getclean.com 95%of real estate transactions require a home inspection. 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Call Peter 1-877-777-7308, Mortgage Leaders General Help Apartments & Flats for RentA **WHITBY'S prestigious West Lynde, Available im- mediately, Main fl oor of bungalow, 3-bedrooms, parking, fenced yard, 4 ap- pliances, near amenities, $1300/all inclusive. First/Last. 905-668-8620. 1 BEDROOM basement apartment, $650/month hy- dro, water and gas includ- ed. Ritson/Olive area. First/last required, refer- ences. Available immedi- ately. (905)433-2170 1 BEDROOM upper apart- ment Simcoe/Bloor area, clean, bright, secure, eat-in kitchen available Feb 15th. $690/mo. fi rst/last. Available. 905-435-1091, 905-579-3322 1, 2 & 3 BDRM apartments for rent, Whitby, Brock & Dundas area. Available Immediately/March 1st. Call Tony (416)493-1927 or (416)496-6138. 1-BEDROOM & computer room, newly renovated raised bungalow basement apt. 8' ceilings, on Gibb St., close to O.C. Call (905)579-8474 1-BEDROOM APTS for rent, North Oshawa, Sim- coe/Taunton. Completely renovated, laundry on site. $710 +hydro & $750 +hy- dro, available March 1st. Mature person preferred. (416)881-5544. 1-BEDROOM OVER- SIZED, laundry, ceramic tile fl oors, near Go & 401, Whitby. No pets. Available immediately. Suits mature person. Call (416)937- 9921 after 5pm. 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 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 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. $900/month fi rst/last, Immediate. No pets/smok- ing. Katie (905)427-2782 ext. 222 leave message 2-BEDROOM APT, $825 all inclusive. No dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Matt 289-240-4447 2-BEDROOM APT., Oshawa, Tremblay/Phillip Murray. Washer & dryer in- cluded. near all amenities $800+ utilities, fi rst/last re- quired. Available March 1st (905)409-6313 Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 General Help Apartments & Flats for RentA A LARGE BACHELOR, spacious eat-in kitchen, 4pc bath, separate en- trance, large storage area, freshly painted, new fl oor- ing. Near buses, walk to downtown, Oshawa. Available immediately. Only $600/mth! (905)725- 2108 ADELAIDE/CENTRE, Oshawa, large renovated 2-bedroom basement apt. $850 plus utilities, Available immediately. Sep. entrances, air, park- ing, laundry. All appliances included. (416)821-9594. AJAX, Westney/Sullivan. New 1-bedroom plus living room, basement apart- ment. Separate entrance & laundry. Parking. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. $750/mo +utilities. Call Mujeeb at 416-666-2649. 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. BRIGHT 1-BEDROOM basement with huge win- dows. Separate entrance, bus stop at door, no pets/smoking, fi rst/last months rent. $750/month, heat, cable, parking includ- ed. (905)723-8117. DOWNTOWN OSHAWA Bachelor available. Just renovated $625/month, all inclusive. Available imme- diately. Call (905)926- 7057. 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 NORTH OSHAWA, newly renovated 1-bedroom $770 & 2-bedroom $830. Nice units. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 905-723-9310, 416-902- 1174 ONE BEDROOM BASE- MENT apartment in Whit- by. Separate entrance, close to bus stop, $700/month, all inclusive, with satellite and laundry. No pet/smoking. First/last. (905)721-1862. OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM apt, $600 inclusive (heat, hydro, water). 2-BED- ROOM apt. $600+ heat/hy- dro. 3-BEDROOM plus in- law unit in townhouse, $1300 inclusive. First/last, references required. Call 905-259-5796. Apartments & Flats for RentA 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 2-BEDROOM basement apartment. Very large and clean, 2 car parking, laundry, Available April 1st. Older person pre- ferred. $850/month, all in- clusive. (905)579-5749. OSHAWA All inclusive $775. Near GM. Large clean basement apt., quiet private home. Separate entrance, parking, laundry negotiable, c/air, satellite, backyard use. Available March 1/sooner. (905)903- 2303 evenings. 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 new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 2- bedroom $770+ hydro. First/last required. Please contact Martin (905)404- 9602. OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Adult & Senior lifestyle buildings. Reno- vated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Across hospital, near bus stop, wheel chair and se- curity access. Call 905- 728-4966, 1-866-601- 3083. www.apartments inontario.com OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Renovated bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm & Penthouse apts. Wheel chair and security access. Call 905-432-6912, 905- 723-1009, 1-866-601- 3083, www.apartments inontario.com OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE 2 bedrooms, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus Hydro, available March 1st. Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA, One Bedroom, bright, clean, quiet second fl oor apartment. Fridge, stove, utilities, cable, park- ing. $825 inclusive. Wilson and Olive. Call (905)986- 4889. OSHAWA, Ritson/Wolfe, 2-bdrm including utilities plus 2 bdrm plus utilities. and 1 bachelor + utilities. Parking, fridge/stove in- cluded. First/last, available immediately. Call 647-404- 1786. OSHAWA, Simcoe/Mary, Beautiful clean upper fl oor 3-bdrms, 2-level apt, sep. entrance, 2 bathrooms, large, parking, a/c, back- yard. References required. $1100/mo inclusive. April 1st. (905)903-2928. 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 WHITBY, 2 bedrooms from $950 - $960 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Of- fi ce hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 Apartments & Flats for RentA PICKERING VILLAGE bright one bedroom apart- ment on main fl oor in adult lifestyle 4 plex. Newly renovated and fl ooring, suit quiet working adult. Refer- ences, immediately. $800 inc. 905-509-2375 PICKERING, Liver- pool/Bayly. Mature person preferred. $750/mo inclu- sive. 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt detached bungalow. GO/schools/lake/shopping. 4-appliances, 1-parking, a/c. Avail. March 1st. No pets/smokers. First/last. Call Sherry Work 647- 837-9834 or cell 647-388- 7437 Apartments & Flats for RentA PICKERING, Liver- pool/Hwy 2. 1-bdrm $800/mo. avail. immediate- ly. 1-bdrm $750/mo. avail. April 1st. Renovated, like new, walk to Go/Town Centre. Short-term consid- ered, rent negotiable. Roger (905)420-4511, (905)619-2655 RITSON /OLIVE- 3 bed- room, parking, all utilities included. Porch, yard, fresh reno, laundry, available February/March. $1049/month. (416)657- 2117. 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/MILL OSHAWA, near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shop- ping, transportation. Utilities included. 1-bed- room, $749, 3-bedroom, $999, available now, fi rst/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. WHITBY CENTRAL. 1- bedroom apartment of su- perior standard on second fl oor. Balcony, elevator, hardwood fl oors. No dogs. 200 Mason Dr. (905)576- 8989. NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, February 12, 2009, PAGE 13 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Death Notices Place your ad at 905-683-0707 GRAY Stanley Robert Went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa. Stan in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Merle (nee Ormiston) for 55 years. Loving and devoted father of Pat and her husband Bob Martindale, Janet and her husband Dayne MacLean, Allan and his wife Karen Gray, Debbie and her husband Steve Carlisle and Paul and his wife Terri Gray. Cherished Grandpa and Papa to Jon, Justin, Kevin, Brendan, Alyssa, Natalie, Andrew, Jayne, Nicholas, Emily, Daniel, Nathan, Hailey, Matthew and Natasha. Dear brother of John and his wife Carol Gray, George and his wife Lois Gray and predeceased by Art. Fondly remembered by sister-in-law Beth Gray and nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held at FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH, 95 Taunton Road East, Whitby on Monday February 16, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Thornton Cemetery. The family wish to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Staff at Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa CCU and 9th Floor for their care and compassion. Donations in memory of Stan may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Faith Baptist Church. On-line condolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com. DUNNING, Lynda (Huggins) - Passed away peacefully February 4th, 2009 at Port Colborne Hospital from cancer at the age of 52. Lovingly remembered by Mum Lyn Dun- ning, brothers Steve and Gary, sisters Donna and Sandra. Predeceased by brother Alan (1995) and father Walter. Missed so much by Emily "Em" Young of Ajax and Tony of Pickering and her two sons Ricky and Sean and grandchildren. Funeral has already taken place February 6th, 2009 in Port Colborne. "Rest in Peace" HARMONY CREEK CO-OPERATIVE HOMES is accepting applications for 2 & 3-bedroom townhouses. Applications are available: 800 Rossland Rd. E., Oshawa Unit #1, outside mailbox. Offi ce (905)433-4791, Fax (905)433-4463 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 H ME & GARDEN SHOWSpring 2009 Vendors Wanted for the Oshawa Spring Home March 13, 14 & 15th Call 905-579-4400 and ask for Wendy or Devon mind +body +spirit OPXEDURHAM HEALTH EXPERTS NEEDED We are looking for professionals in traditional and alternative health to join the 2009 Durham Health Matters Expo on Sunday March 1, 2009. This one day show will feature speakers, panels, demos and more. If you would like to be a part of this Expo please call Cori-Ann 905.683.5110 ext. 228 Townhouses for RentT Apartments & Flats for RentA 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 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, large bright 2-bdrm bsmt apt. 2 appli- ances. Quiet building, parking, includes utilities. $900/mo. Available imme- diately. Call 905-432-4168. WHITBY, near Queen's Common. L arge bright above-ground 2-bdrm., laminate fl ooring, separate entrance, laundry, full bath, 1-parking, fi rst/last, no smoking/pets. $795/mo+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. immedi- ately. 905-430-7311. WHITBY, very bright, spa- cious 1-bedroom apt, large closets. On quiet residen- tial street. Steps to public transit. Heat/parking/ in- cluded. O nsite laundry. 905-809-0168. Condominiums for RentC BOWMANVILLE LUXURY Condos. Available Immedi- ately. All 5 Appliances In- cluded. Call Today to View (905) 697-8261 Townhouses for RentT Condominiums for RentC LUXURY WATERFRONT Condo, Whitby. New 1- bdrm. Fully upgraded, hardwood, 6-appl, large balcony, air/heat, storage, 2-parking, jacuzzi, pool, sauna, fi tness, security, sheltered on lake, access to private beach, walk to Go. $1400/mo inclusive. Availability fl exible. 905- 242-3381 Houses for Rent ! $ !AAAA ABA-DABA- DOO- Own Your Own Home. No down payment - NO PROBLEM! For as low as $692 P.I/T. Mini- mum Family Income $30,000. Good Credit. Call Ken Collis Broker, Cold- well Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca 189 MILL ST. Oshawa 3- bedroom, 2 baths, 3 appli- ances. Completely reno- vated, new fl oors. $1200+ utilities. First/last required. Available immediately. Call Goodfellow Property Man- agement, Ryan 905-868- 4978. 3 BEDROOM house for rent in Whitby. $1,200 plus 50% utilities. Near all amenities. Available imme- diately. C ell (289)892-3122 or (905)440-4414 AJAX Harwood/Hwy #2 three bedroom house, upper fl oors only, own laundry, appliances, hard- wood fl oors. lots of parking available now, $1250 plus portion of utilities. Condo- lyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 Vendors WantedV Houses for Rent 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 OSHAWA Simcoe/Taun- ton detached three bed- room house, garage, fi re- place, appliances. available now, $1300 plus utilities Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 OSHAWA, WIL- SON/DEAN area, 3-bed- room semi, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, fi nished basement, fenced yard, quiet area, large paved driveway. First/last, refer- ences. $1100/month. Available March 1st. (905)263-8378 SOUTH AJAX, 3 bedroom, main and upper fl oors, gar- age, fenced yard, quiet crescent, no smoking, $1100 plus 1/2 utilities. (905)428-6413 SOUTH AJAX, 3-bdrms fully detached on quiet court, 2 storey, 1-1/2 bathrooms, mainfl oor laun- dry. 4 appliances, $1450/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. First/last. No pets. (905)767-5165 THICKSON/401, Whitby Brand New 3-bedroom house. Parking, garage, private yard. Available March 1st. $1300/month plus utilties. No pets/smoking. Call (905)265-0540 Townhouses for RentT 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. Vendors WantedV Townhouses for RentT AJAX, SALEM/401, Near- ly new 3-bdrms, 2-1/2 bathrooms, 4 appliances, ensuite jacuzzi, central air, cable, $1350/mo +utilities. Close to all amenities/GO. Avail. M arch 1st. 416-884- 3692. AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $999+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. BOWMANVILLE, Waver- ly/Baseline, cozy 3-bed- room, newly renovated, 4-piece, fi nished base- ment, deck, AC, parking for 1, fi rst/last. No smok- ing/pets. Available immedi- ately. $1150/month, plus utilities. (905)260-3900. NEWER 3BR TOWN- HOUSE. With garage in Bowmanville. $1,000/ month plus utilities. One year lease, credit check, references and deposit Re- quired. C all Dirk Woudstra at Royal LePage Frank Real Estate to view. 905- 623-3393. 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. L andscaped 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 Townhouses for RentT PICKERING 3-bedroom 1-1/2 baths end unit town- house, with balcony. Across from Pickering Town Centre. Very clean. Available March 1st. $1380/mo+ hydro. (905)839-3087. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND- 3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bath- room townhomes, renovat- ed interior & exterior, available in friendly family- oriented complex. I mmedi- ate. $1050-$1150+utilities. 2-appliances, hardwood fl ooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. Rooms for Rent & WantedR $400/MONTH, WHITBY - Rossland and Garden area. Furnished bedroom, c/air, cable, bus at door, close to all amenities. No smoking, spotlessly clean. (905)665-8504. CAN'T AFFORD retire- ment home? Consider liv- ing in our home. Private room, meals, laundry, as- sistance with dressing, grooming, and medication, by PSW. Gentlemen pre- ferred. Karl 905-743-9397. CENTRAL AJAX large bed/sitting room with pri- vate bath. use of kitchen, laundry. cable/internet, parking. $550/mo-incl. avail. immediately. fi rst/last. (905)686-7316 MAIN FLOOR ROOM with large bay window, large home, near Pickering Town Centre, close to Kingston Rd. $450/mo. all inclusive, suits working person. 905-839-7237. OSHAWA, AVAILABLE March 1st, central location, shared kitchen, bath, laun- dry, parking. Suits quiet male. $475/$400 monthly. (905)725-3324 PICKERING - WHITES RD/401, Rooms for rent, $450/month. Also 2 rooms in basement, $500/$450. No pets/smoking. First/last & references required. 416-917-4949. Shared Accommodation TWO ROOMS mature professional preferred, parking, share kitchen, storage available, own 3 pc. washroom, laundry, near Whitby library, fur- nished or unfurnished, March lst. $500 per mo. (905)665-2881. Vacation Properties SELL/RENT YOUR TIME- SHARE NOW!!! Mainte- nance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. N o com- missions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com 1-866-708-3690 Recreational VehiclesR ATV-2001 YAMAHA, Wolverine, 4x4, 350 High- Perf., 5spd, semi-auto., red, front/rear racks. WARN winch-2,000lb.cap. Excellent condition. Low kms. + ATV Utility trailer. HIGHLAND, Heavy duty 4x3', tilt/w removable gate. + Plow, MASTERCRAFT, 1-yr old. Package $5,600 OBO Call 705-738-4666 Lost & FoundL LOST - SOLID BLACK male cat, Liverpool and Hwy. 2 area. Saturday, Feb. 7th, call (905)420- 8709 Nannies Live-in/out EXPERIENCED full time live-in caregiver for elderly fi l-Canadian person in Pickering area. Knows fi rst aid/CPR with secondary education. Salary-$9.25/hr. Please call Romeo (905)839-1258. Monday- Friday, 4pm-8pm. Nannies Live-in/out FULL TIME LIVE IN nanny required for 8 year old child. $9.25/per hour. Light cooking and house keep- ing duties. Please call (905)492-1090. 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. THERESA IS looking for live in caregiver (for child- care) for a 13month toddler boy. Full time. S alary is $9.25/hr. Room and board $350/week. Ajax. (905)565-1854. Daycare Available A LITTLE ANGEL'S Home Daycare. Safe clean & playful environment for your child available in Ajax by ECE graduate. P ickup and drop off available. (416)825-8297 Articles for SaleA 6-PIECE QUEEN size bed- room suite. G ood condi- tion. $200. C all (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. S ervice Techni- cian required. (905)728- 4043. BEAUTIFUL GRANITE dining table, blk/blue pearl, very durable, will last for many years. One of a kind. Absolute bargain, approx 1-yr old. $1000. Call 905- 449-9466 BED, ALL new Queen or- thopedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 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 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. Guaranteed. 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. Articles for SaleA LAPTOP FOR SALE! Brand new HP laptop, still has protective stickers on it. Full 3 year warranty. 17.1" monitor. Comes with wireless mouse, web-cam, wireless internet, anti-vi- rus, and bag. $1500.00 Call 905-626-5128. 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- q ualitycountertops@hot- mail.com POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 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. SCOOTERS, (2) Flyer $600 and Optimax $1200, New batteries w/charger, very good condition. B est offer accepted. (905)427- 3029 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. C all 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 Vendors WantedV Family Health & Lifestyle Show McKinney - Whitby VENDORS WANTED Book early, limited space April 18 and 19 Call Devon or Cara 905-579-4400 Pets, Supplies, Boarding BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN re- triever puppies. Experi- enced breeder since 1967. First shots, dewormed, vet checked. 5 yr. g uarantee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303, Al 1-705-632-1187 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. Coming EventsC Coming EventsC IT'S A GIRL! Shawna and Kyle are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Adrianna Patricia Ann Ferren born Monday January 19th 2009 weighing 8 lbs,10 oz Proud grand parents are Debbie & Emile Salomon, Angie Rowden and Steven & Mara Ferren. Proud great-grandparents are Oma Salomon, Nana Marie, Papa Jack, Nan & Grandpa Gillman, Papa Ron & Nana Sharon. Proud god parents are Craig Shane and Alyssa Salomon. Thanks to the wonderful nursing staff at Lakeridge Hospital in Oshawa. Births Births Cars for Sale '95 OLDSMOBILE Ciera Cruiser station wagon. Low km's. Mint Condition. Fully loaded, rust-free, profes- sionally maintained. Origi- nal&gleaming paint. Extra Michelin Snows. Must Be Seen. $2300obo (905)723- 9501 '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. 1990 GREY MERCEDES - lots of good parts, new tires $800.00. Pls call 905- 259-6992. 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 CHEVY AVEO 80,000K $5900; 2004 Sun- fi re 119K $5500; 2002 Pontiac Montana extended 121k $4900; 2005 Caravan 101k $6800. 2-year war- ranty safety/e-tested www.fi nelineauto.ca (905)922-2010 (416)841- 1487 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. 2006 PONTIAC G6. Take over remaining lease. 4-door, grey, runs great! Call Jim (905)718-6136. Cars for Sale 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. $ $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 Cars WantedC $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)831-7399 1-866-256-2883 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 PLUMBING REPAIRS from leaky faucets to complete bathroom renovations. Free Estimates 905-426-2198 Renovations Electric & Plumbing General Clean-up and Maintenance Aaron Graper 416-896-6298 Truck Available 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)533-4162 (905)239-1263 CLEANING LADY available. Experienced and Reliable with references excellent rates Call 905-428-3576 Home Improvement Painting & Decorating Moving & Storage House Cleaning A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, Thursday EDITION, February 12, 2009 newsdurhamregion.com Service Directory To place your Apartment for Rent call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. Seek and you shall find Contact Audrey Dewit – Dynamic Publishing & Events Management Phone: 426-4676 ext. 257 Fax: (905) 426-6598 Email: adewit@durhamregion.com MARCH 27.28.29 2009 Here’s W h y P e o p l e C o m e T o O u r S h o w s To gain ex p e r t i s e t o s t a r t o n e o r m o r e h o m e r e n o v a t i o n p r o j e c t s . Enjoy a vi b r a n t a t m o s p h e r e . See new p r o d u c t s o n t h e m a r k e t . Gather a l o t o f i n f o r m a t i o n i n a s h o r t t i m e . Compare p r i c e s o n p r o d u c t s f r o m o n e c o m p a n y t o a n o t h e r . Source loc a l v e n d o r s f o r t h e i r p r o j e c t s . Do-it-your s e l f d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d s e m i n a r s . $2.00 Admission at Door PICKERING MARKETS TRADECENTRE Squires Beach Rd. & Bayly St. Landscaping • Garden Accessories • Home Decor • Patio Furniture • BBQ’s Home Improvements • Air Conditioning • Hot Tubs • Swimming Pools • Decks Roofi ng • Windows and much more. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 12, 2009 PAGE 15 Pdurhamregion.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Little kickers PICKERING — Pickering Soccer Club indoor play took center stage as the PSC Cobras took on Pizza Pizza in recent U7-8 house league action at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. Alex Brodeur and Reesa Barrett from PSC race Jonathan Lush of the Pizza Pizza team for the ball. Here to help you on the Road to Financial Recovery IRVING A. BURTON LIMITED Trustee In Bankruptcy Personal & Corporate Services Including: - Debt Counselling - Consumer Proposals - Bankruptcies Call us Anytime, Including Evenings and Weekends FREE CONSULTATION Oshawa Whitby Ajax 905-438-0181 905-666-1367 905-427-6647 Serving the Durham Region for over 15 years or visit our website www.irvingaburtonltd.com Serving the Durham Region for over 15 years FURNITURE DISPOSAL & MAJOR LIQUIDATION - ORDERED SOLD BY FACTORY IMPORTERS Actingunder Instructions received we will sell in de- tail lots the following: Over 1000 qualityitems to be offered SPECIAL SELECTION OF VALENTINES DAY JEWELLERY consumer goods * giftware * as seen on tvitems * dé- cor accents *outstandinghome furnishings collection *sports memorabilia* all leather theatreseating * out- standing art collection *brand new furniture* queen bedroom suites*lamps *canadian made leather sofa sets * kitchen & diningsets * occasional furniture *electronics * 42" plasma tv * ipoddockingstn * *coin collection * over 300 jewelleryitems * diamond rings over (1ct) * pendants * studs* all appraised & certifi ed * telescopes * luggage* P U B L I C A U C T I O N FRI. EVE. FEB. 13 AT 7P M PREVIEW AT 6PM ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION 471 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa (905)723-9211 FREE JEWELLERY GIFT FOR ALL SWEETHEARTS ON REGISTRATION Accent andhome decor items,magic bullets, jack la- lane juicers,h2o vacuum,wall clocks, oil paintings, swivel club chairs,salon chairs,desks,sleigh beds, solid rosewood furniture,sofa sets, furniture accents, plant stands,commodes,cabinets, tables,writing desk, handcarved mahogany furniture, 9 pc table andchair set,home theatreseating,winecabinet,storage cock- tail tables,impressive jewellerycollection of estate & modern jewelleryincluding, tennis bracelets,diamond solitaire rings,watches, pearlstrands,sterling silver, gift sets, tennis necklaces, "polo gold"swiss watches, swarovskiset jewellery, appraised estateitems,swiss watches,items will include but are not limited to over 300 jewelleryincluding rings earrings,watches,brace- lets,swarovskiset necklace sets, tennis necklaces,dia- mondset solitaire rings, appraised andestate jewel- lery,ladies purses,mcbrine travel bags,business cases, tea sets, 14 pc professionalcookwareset , professional carving knifesets,heavy stainless fl atwaresetsservice for 12, royalduxecobalt blue, art silk rugs,shiraz,in all sizes,important museum framed art collection in- cluding "group of seven" - tom thomson, aj casson, franklin carmichael,lawren harris, alicia soave, jack jillian,henrimatisse, picasso, romance,bateman,lest- er, monet,van gogh, rodin,godsby, trisha romance, signed original signature - aj casson - platinum portfo- lio le,sports memorabilia of crosby & superstars, various milestone proof coins,estatecoins,bank notes, mint sets,silver, gold, proof sets,etc,matchbox, dinky,lledo,corgi rare die cast collector vehicles, bushnell telescopes,ipoddockers,digitalbinocular cameras, nostalgia, & more. Terms:cash,visa,mc, debit,buyers premium in effect,delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. additions & deletions, list maychange without notice. Detailed listings on website. visit photo gallery- www.auctioneer.ca for listings.www.auctioneer.ca contact us: email-info@auctioneer.ca Sunday, February 15 Preview 9:00 A.M. Auction 10:00 A.M. Large Interesting Estate Auction Starting @ 10:00 A.M: Selling a large collection of over 100 Oil Paintings, Water- colours & Prints. Starting @ 11:00 A.M: Silver, Glass, China to include Collection of Porcelain Figures, Books, Estate Jewellery & TTC, Furniture to include Gibbard Legacy Dining Room Suite & Bedroom Suite, Upholstered Furniture, Pine Harvest Table & Glazed Cupboard, Enamel Dentist Cabinet, Georgian Mahogany Hanging Corner Cabinet, Chests of Drawers, Linen Press, Small Tables & Chairs, Oriental Carpets. Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:00 A.M. For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques Collectables and Glassware for an Oshawa home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include: Chesterfi eld suite, dining room suite, tables, chests, lamps, prints, oil paintings, WWI and WWII medals, military pins, quantity of collectables and glassware, jewelry plus many other interesting items including the contents, showcases and display pieces from an Antique Shop. NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068$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. SAT. February 14th @ 10:00 a.m. Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge L9P 1R2. AUCTION of Furniture, Antiques & Collectibles. Details & photos garyhill@theauctionadvertiser.com GARY HILL AUCTIONS Celebrating 25 years in the Auction Business P.O. Box 1030, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1N3 905-852-9538, 416-518-6401 garyhill@theauctionadvertiser.com Bankruptcy/ TrusteeB Bankruptcy/ TrusteeB Bankruptcy/ TrusteeB Auctions Auctions Auctions Auctions Auctions Auctions IT'S A BOY Arraya Paksin-Hall and Jay Hall are pleased to announce the birth of their son Peter Jerran Hall,born Monday, February 2nd, 2009 at Wesley Hospital, Wichi- ta, Kansas weighing 7 lbs. 7 oz. Proud grand- parents are Betty & Doug Hall of Ajax and Orrasa and Amnart Pak- sin of Wichita, Kansas. Very proud Great- grandmother is Gertude Hall of Kitchener, Onta- rio. Milestones Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com A T Y O U R F I N G E R T I P S * all prices plus gst, pst, admin fee, gas & licence. dealer not liable for any errors or omissions. *Daily Rental vehicle VISIT US ON-LINE AT Ajax.Nissan.ca UCDA 500 BAYLY ST. W., Ajax (Between Church & Westney) 1-866-358-1869 Mon.-Thurs. 9-9, Fri. & Sat. 9-6 AJAX NISSAN www.Ajax.Nissan.ca Dealer not responsible for any/all errors or omissions. Prices plus admin. fee, taxes, gas & license . $1,000.00 down, 2005 @ 60 months, 2006/07 @ 72 months, 2008 @ 84 months at 7.99% O.A.C. * Former daily rental. DURHAM’S FAVOURITE NISSAN DEALERAJAXAJAX NISSANNISSAN 2007 NISSAN ALTIMA S* $17,770 2008 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK* $12,990 2008 JEEP COMPASS LTD $16,990 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN $15,770 2005 INFINTI G35X SEDAN $21,990 2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL $15,880 2005 NISSAN XTERRA $16,990 2004 NISSAN MURANO SL $18,770 2005 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE $18,990 2008 KIA RONDO $17,990 2008 NISSAN SENTRA $14,990 2005 NISSAN MURANO AWD $21,990 2007 NISSAN SENTRA SEDAN* $12,880 2006 INFINITI G35 SEDAN $21,990 2005 NISSAN QUEST VAN $11,777 11STST CLASS QUALITY FOR ALL BUDGETS!! CARS UNDER CARS UNDER CARS UNDER CARS UNDER $250 $350 $400$300 PER MONTH PER MONTHPER MONTHPER MONTH 2004 NISSAN SENTRA SPORT $8,770 2007 NISSAN VERSA HATCH $12,995 2005 NISSAN X-TRAIL LE 4X4 $18,880 2007 NISSAN X-TERRA $22,990 2008 NISSAN QUEST S $21,990 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 12, 2009