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OPEN 24 HOURS Kingston Rd & Westney Rd, Ajax 905.426.3355 The Pickering Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 28 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 50,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2009 Boxers ready to rumble Area fighters take gloves to championships SPORTS/21 Warmer weather means a bumpy ride More thaw cycles mean more potholes NEWS/5 But could mean travelling to access services By Jennifer Stone jstone@durhamregion.com AJAX — A system of “centres of excellence” may see some hos- pital sites lose services over the short term but will ensure greater access to services over the broad geographic expanse making up the Central East Local Health In- tegration Network (CE-LHIN) over the longer term, says the doctor who helped prepare a recently- released plan. And while the Clinical Services Plan only looks at streamlining and centralizing five hospital ser- vices at the moment, the plan is to consider other areas for streamlin- ing -- like Emergency services, or- thopedics, and complex continu- ing care -- over the next several years. “Here we are, faced with a sys- tem that is not delivering to an acceptable level, and that is being asked to deliver much more, and that’s going to require more than a little shuffle,” Dr. George Buldo told the CE-LHIN’s board. The CE-LHIN released high- lights of the report Tuesday. It’s aimed at building “one acute care network”. The plan, which has been the subject of almost two years study, looked at five clinical areas: thoracic, cardiac, vascular, maternal, child and youth, and mental health and addiction. For each, specific centres have been recommended. For example, under the plan, Lakeridge Oshawa would become the centre for tho- racic cancer surgeries, while pre- and post-operative care would be provided closer to home, based on clusters in Scarborough, Durham, and the LHIN’s northeast region. The CE-LHIN is one of 14 formed across Ontario by the Pro- vincial government to, accord- ing to the group’s website, “plan, co-ordinate, integrate and fund health care services at the local level including hospitals, long- term care homes, community care access centres, community sup- port services, community mental health and addictions services and community health centres.” The local organizations cover all of Durham Region, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton Highlands and Peter- borough County, as well as part of Northumberland and a sliver of Toronto’s east end. The plan sets in motion a new system which would see a phone line or website set up for doc- tors looking for specific services for their patients, to ensure the patient quickly receives the care STAND ASIDE GORDON RAMSAY Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Josiah Bowman, left, and Mitchell Fancey work on grating and peeling potatoes for their po- tato pancakes. Grade 1 and 2 students at Sir John A Macdonald were learning their measuring and math in a tasty way. Plan to create hospital ‘centres of excellence’ ✦ See Silo, Page 2 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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Health care can’t be delivered the same old way, board chairman Foster Loucks said. “The way hospitals were origi- nally set up, they were to be all things to all people,” he said. “That silo mentality no longer works as well for us.” Quick-acting cops make arrests in robberies Home invasion, muggings reported DURHAM — Durham cops were on their game Tuesday, nabbing suspects in three separate robbery reports across the region. Six people, including four youths, were charged with robbery and weapons offences, police said. The incidents spanned just a few hours in Oshawa, Pickering and Bowmanville. • Officers responded to a report of a home invasion in south Os- hawa after suspects kicked in the door of a Glen Street home, pushed a male victim down a set of stairs and stole a laptop and a cellphone. An hour later police arrested two suspects nearby at the Lake Vista Plaza on Wentworth Street. Christopher Pederson, 18, of Re- naissance Drive Oshawa and Kyle Morris, 18, of Fenelon Crescent, Oshawa, are charged with robbery. • A 17-year-old Pickering male reported being accosted by three males, one of them armed with a handgun, at the Amberlea Plaza on Whites Road at about 2:30 p.m. Responding officers collared sus- pects in the area, recovering a BB gun and a folding knife, as well as the victim’s cellphone. Three teens aged 14, 15, and 16 face robbery and weapons charges. • Police responded to Bowman- ville High School on Liberty Street North at 3 p.m. after a student re- ported having a knife held to his throat by a suspect who stole a DVD. Within three hours police had charged a 16-year-old with robbery and weapons offences. Oshawa and Whitby included as venues in GTA bid TORONTO — If Toron- to’s bid for the 2015 Pan American Games is suc- cessful, Durham Region will be among the hot spots. Organizers of the games released a list of pro- posed venues Wednesday afternoon, with Oshawa, Whitby and Ajax all in- cluded in the mix. Under the proposal, the General Motors Cen- tre in Oshawa would be the site for boxing, while softball would be held at Lakefront West Park and shooting at the Oshawa Gun Club. Durham College would host boccia as part of the Parapan Am Games. Whitby’s Iroquois Park Sports Centre and its planned Durham Abili- ties Centre would be a focal part for the Parapan Games, hosting tennis and basketball. Ajax would host shoot- ing and modern pentath- lon as part of the Pan Am Games. The list of venues stretch from Hamilton in the west to Oshawa in the east and Brampton, with many key events centred in Toronto. “The venue plan is a critical component of our bid to host the 2015 Pan and Parapan Am Games,” bid chair David Peterson said at a press conference in Toronto. “We have come up with an exciting and achiev- able plan that is good for Toronto, good for the Greater Golden Horse- shoe region and good for an excellent Games.” The 2015 Pan Am Games would run for 17 days, from July 10-26, followed by the Parapan Games for eight days, from Aug. 7-14. The cost of the $1.4-bil- lion bid, which has been cut by $300 million due to the economic downturn, would be shared by the federal, provincial and some of the participating municipal governments. Toronto, considered the favourite, is competing against Bogota, Colombia and Lima, Peru in the bid process, which will be de- cided in November. -- with files from Torstar news services Ajax prominent in Pan Am plans ✦ Silo from page 1 ‘Silo mentality no longer works’: Loucks Get Local 24/7 mobile.newsdurhamregion.com GO says driver won’t speak to customer By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A Pickering teen says she was left behind in tears after being kicked off the GO bus on a cold January day. Nicolette Sabino, a Grade 9 student at Pickering High School, said she was heading home from an exam when she tried to board a GO Transit bus on Hwy. 2 on Jan. 21. Tem- peratures were below zero and the teen said she had her Durham Region Transit pass, which can be used on GO buses in Durham, inside her monkey mitts. “It was so cold I forgot to show my pass.” She said she’d taken a couple of steps onto the bus when the driver called her back. “I walked back and said here’s my pass and then he said ‘Get off my bus’,” she said, adding she asked what she had done wrong, but was again told to get off the bus. “By this point I was pretty much in tears,” said Nicolette. The teen said she tried to re- board the bus, but was told her pass was no good and warned the driver would call the police. Left behind, she called her parents to pick her up. But she didn’t let the matter drop, e-mailing GO’s public relations about the incident. What Nicolette really wants is an apology from the driver. “If anyway possible, I want it to my face. I want him to apologize for what he did.” Nicolette’s mother Louise Sabino said her biggest concern was safety, especially given the cold. She said her daughter is lucky her father could pick her up. “When you leave kids at the side of the highway like that you never know what can happen.” Vanessa Thomas, a spokeswoman for GO, said there are two sides to every story and it’s against policy to reveal details of any disciplinary action. Out of respect for the privacy of the em- ployee, there won’t be any direct contact between Nicolette and the driver. “We have no plans for the driver to issue a formal statement directly to this customer about this incident, but I am saying we re- gret any distress that may have been caused to this customer.” Ms. Thomas stressed GO is confident it was an isolated incident, add- ing GO has 550 drivers operating more than 2,000 trips daily and only 2.6 per cent of complaints received in 2008 were about the bus. 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Anyone with information on the robbery is asked to call police at 905-579-1520, ext. 5359 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Nicolette Sabino was recently kicked off GO for forgetting to show her monthly pass that she had stuck inside her mitts. She went back and showed her pass but was subse- quently kicked off the bus. Average tax hike will be $47 By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham council- lors passed the 2009 budget with an average 2.2 per cent tax hike quickly and nearly unanimously at Regional council on Wednesday. The hike works out to be an aver- age $47 on a $289,400 home on the Regional portion of the tax bill. The average hike varies by municipality because of waste and transit costs. Uxbridge came in the highest with an average $89 increase and Os- hawa came in the lowest at $27. At Regional council, the bud- get passed quickly after remarks from finance and administration committee chairwoman and Scu- gog Mayor Marilyn Pearce, who congratulated the Region’s depart- ments on coming in well below the original four per cent budget guideline. “In these uncertain economic times, the 2009 budget will allow the Region to maintain our essen- tial services,” she said of the $1.1 billion budget. All councillors at the meeting supported the budget except for Oshawa Councillor John Neal, who had suggested deferring approval until after Ottawa announced fi- nancial relief for the manufactur- ing sector. That suggestion was soundly defeated. Regional chairman Roger An- derson said he could only hope the 2010 budget would proceed as smoothly. “Some of us have been in this room a long time. I don’t ever re- member a budget being passed without one question,” he said. Among the new additions to the budget for 2009 are a $1.2 million fund for winter maintenance as well as additional funding for it in the works budget in an effort to stop cost overruns. The funding level will meet the average cost of winter maintenance over the last five years. Emergency services will get a boost with 26 new police officers and five civilian support staff for Durham Regional Police Services and 12 new paramedics. An extra $800,000 will be bud- geted for rising social assistance caseloads. The Region pays a fifth of the cost of Ontario Works ben- efits. As well, 15 new nurses will be added to the Region’s four nursing homes. The $53 million budgeted for road work will mean improve- ments to Taunton Road in Oshawa, Altona Road in Pickering, intersec- tion improvements in Oshawa and Whitby and a bridge replacement on Courtice Road in Clarington. 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This is the eighth year Ajax has held Fit for Heart. “The purpose of the event is to raise awareness and funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, said Katie Holland, a Town fitness con- sultant. Group fitness trainers will lead the event, which is designed for all fitness levels. New this year are CycleFit, Glid- ers, Rep Reebok, Zumba and the promotion of the Town’s I Can ini- tiative. It’s on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 9 to 11 a.m., with registration starting at 8:30 a.m., at the McLean Com- munity Centre on Magill Drive. Registration forms are available at the McLean and Ajax communi- ty centres. You can make a $20 do- nation or collect pledges in order to participate. More thaw cycles means bumpier driving By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Things are get- ting bumpy for drivers as local roads are once again going to pot. “We’ve had more freeze- thaw cycles this year and that’s created more potholes than usual,” said Uldis Sik- sna, manager of maintenance operations for the Region of Durham. Potholes form when water gets under the roads seeping in through the asphalt, usu- ally through cracks. When the temperature drops, the water freezes and expands. As it warms up, the ice thaws and the water dissipates, leaving an air pocket. Traffic on the road will cause the pavement to buckle over the pocket cre- ating potholes. More freeze- thaw cycles mean more pot- holes for drivers and works crews to contend with on the roads. Mr. Siksna said his crews are dealing with the potholes on a daily basis. “We are dealing with them when we can, unless there are more urgent issues. Those being fighting the actual snow storms; snow removal from downtown core areas where it’s creating dangerous situa- tions for pedestrians or traffic; or dealing with broken water mains.” Some of Durham’s provin- cial roads are doing very well with a minimum number of potholes, said Will MacKen- zie, a spokesman for the Min- istry of Transportation. These include Highways 7, 7A, 7-12, 48 and 35-115. “Highway 401 is doing well, much better than last year, and our contractors have been monitoring and repair- ing potholes on a daily basis particularly in the problem areas,” said Mr. MacKenzie, adding those include the Meadowvale Road and Morn- ingside Avenue areas. He said the fact that we had a longer cold spell this year than last year has helped keep the number of potholes down. It’s still early in the season, however. Meanwhile, provincial crews will continue to patrol the highways and if an area gets particularly bad, the Province has equipment on stand by that can grind off the top layer of asphalt so it can be repaved. “We do our best, we have people patrolling 24 hours a day,” said Mr. MacKenzie. DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD PRE-QUALIFICATION OF GENERAL CONTRACTORS The Board intends to invite General Contractors from a pre-qualifi ed list for all construction, maintenance and repair projects up to $2,000,000.00 to be tendered in 2009 and 2010. All General Contractors interested in bidding on these projects must participate in the pre-qualifi cation process. Pre-qualifi cation proposals shall be based upon CCDC Document No.11 as well as supplementary documentation to demonstrate managerial, safety and fi nancial-bonding capabilities. General Contractors interested in being pre-qualifi ed to bid the work MUST submit the following: • Completed CCDC Document No. 11 including listing of completed projects, references, etc. • Management staff resumes. • Letter from a nationally recognized Surety Company stating total bonding limit and confi rming availability of Bonding. • Letter authorizing DCDSB to obtain fi nancial information from institutions on the application. • Detailed description of the Contractor’s Health and Safety policies. • Submission of most recent form of CAD 7 Calculations or the Merit Adjusted Premium Program Rate Statement (MAPP) issued by the WSIB. Tenders for all projects in 2009 and 2010 will be invited from the list of pre-qualifi ed General Contractors only. 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JIM McCAFFERTY PAUL PULLA Chair of the Board Director of Education THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com Potholes arrive with warmer weather Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Cars whip over the bridge on Ritson Road in Oshawa as exposed potholes reveal broken steel and loose asphalt. 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. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that addresses reader complaints about member newspapers.The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. 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A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 durhamregion.com C hristmas came in February this year, with one of the best gifts I’ve ever been given. I actually unwrapped it in December -- my very first finch feeder and a bag- ful of niger seeds, from my husband. He hung it outside my office window, where a hummingbird feeder hangs all summer. And there it stayed, through snowstorms, winds and rain, waiting for customers. Sunflower seeds are cheaper and please a great variety of birds; that’s why we never had a niger feeder before. To start one now, in the midst of an economic crunch, felt daring and defiant ... and delightful. I watched the tube feeder every day as I sat at my desk, wishing a bird would find it, comforting myself with the thought of all the money we were sav- ing because they didn’t. Finally, a week ago, a chickadee came, stuck its bill in one of the tiny holes and flew off. The seeds are so small I couldn’t tell if it had grabbed one. But soon it was back, leading a small parade of its friends. I was glad for the company. A day or two later I looked up and found a pine sisken on one of the little perches. “Pine sisken!” I yelled to Dennis. “Sisken on the feeder!” I stared in awe at its brown streaky plumage, pointy beak, notched tail. It was the best look I’d ever had of this prized northern visitor from coniferous forests -- a metre away from my nose! Again, one bird brought others. Before the day was done I had a handful of sis- kens come, and one or two winter-drab goldfinches. Unlike chickadees, which always take a seed and run, the finches sat there and fed, in plain view. Magnifi- cent view. I didn’t get much work done. The next day they were back, with even more friends. I amused myself counting how many siskens, how many goldfinch- es were there at any moment and I stud- ied their field marks in detail. Sisken’s bill a tiny bit long, sharper; its tail more notched; its wing bars slightly thinner and wavier... Before long all eight perches were filled, with more birds fluttering about, eager to take their turn. And then a finch with a pink breast, red cap and black chin appeared -- a redpoll, down from the Arctic! Lots of readers have been telling me about redpolls at their feeders lately and at last they were at mine. I know pine siskens from hearing them fly over the sugar bush in fall, know red- polls from weedy fields in winter. I know goldfinches from watching them eat this- tle seeds in summer, birds as golden as the dandelions whose seeds they feast on in spring. Suddenly I had all three same- sized but widely diverse little finches feeding together at my window. Merry Christmas! Nature queries: 905-725-2116 or mcarney@interlinks.net. Durham resident Margaret Carney, in addi- tion to writing nature-appreciation columns, has also published several children’s books. Pine siskens lead way to filling up perches Buy domestic and help support auto industry here To the editor: When you buy domestic, you’re sup- porting work in your area, province and country. GM uses 83 per cent of its parts from North America. It does not matter if it’s the Cobalt or a Cadillac. Toyota uses about 47 per cent North Ameri- can-made parts on most models. Until you break down the Lexus line; they use four per cent. The rest is offshore. Meaning the money goes out of the country, not to a local supplier and all the profit from all their sales goes to back to Japan. Supporting the Detroit Three now means your money helps the compa- nies pay their pension plans that built the auto industry in North America during the last 100 years. Dan Thordarson Oshawa Margaret Carney First meeting with Obama signals effort to work together Protectionism won’t help either country emerge from recession T here is no way to overstate the importance of the relationship Canada has to the United States. For 142 years we have stood side by side with the longest undefended bor- der in the world, great friends in time of crisis and each other’s largest trading partners. What happens to each of us matters to the other, But it’s clear, the partnership is an unbalanced one. We need the United States more than it needs us. So the visit, his first to a foreign coun- try, by President Barack Obama to Canada on Thursday, is of tremendous significance and can’t be underesti- mated. It is a signal to the world -- and clearly the world is watching this politi- cal supernova -- that Canada holds a special place in the heart of Americans. Of special importance at this crucial time is of course the economy. It would be hard to imagine any topic taking up much of the conversation between President Obama and Prime Minister Stephen Harper in the time they had to chat on Parliament Hill. While the two leaders will no doubt touch on Afghanistan and Canada’s long-term commitment there and other such issues as North American security, Arctic sovereignty, global warming, Kyoto, and other international issues, the economy is clearly the No. 1 crisis world leaders must come to grips with. Mr. Obama’s own recent moves to pass a $700 billion-plus stimulus package in the U.S. to try to get the American economy moving is something he can touch on with Mr. Harper. And certainly, as America leads, it can only be hoped that Canada’s only stimulus measures as revealed in the Jan. 27 budget will have success on our side of the border. In addition, no doubt, the men discussed trade policies that boost and oil the wheels of commerce across our borders at Windsor-Detroit and other points of entry. It’s clear there is little to be gained by protectionism and defensive measures that build up a wall around our borders. Let’s hope Thursday’s first meeting between our two leaders has cemented a common bond as we move forward to meet tough challenges that will require strength from both our countries to con- quer. MILLENNIUM REALTY INC. BROKERAGE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED MICHAEL BAIRD THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Durham EMS response times among best in province By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — When seconds count, Dur- ham ambulances are making the grade with some of the best response times in the prov- ince. In 2007, the most recent year for which the ministry of health released numbers, the maximum time for ambulances to arrive on scene for 90 per cent of the most urgent calls was 10 minutes and 34 seconds. The 2008 figure should be similar, said Steve McNenly, assistant director for Dur- ham Region Emergency Medical Services. Other response times in nearby commu- nities included 11:58 in Toronto, 12:10 in Peel and 13:04 in York Region. Only Halton did better than Durham, and just margin- ally, with a time of 10:30. Times were even longer outside of the GTA, with 16:54 in Northumberland County and 17:36 in Peter- borough County. In every area of the GTA save Durham, response times have risen since 2000, when the Province transferred the responsibility for land ambulance to the upper tier munici- palities. In 2001, Durham’s time was 11:34. Mr. McNenly partially attributes Durham’s solid times to support from the Region. “Number one, there’s been a significant amount of paramedic resources added. We’ve added staff, we’ve improved our sta- tions and we’ve added vehicles,” he said, adding Durham EMS modifies its deploy- ment plan annually in a continuous effort to try to improve times. Another factor is that Durham’s off-load times at local hospitals haven’t been as long, letting ambulance staff get out of hospitals and back on the roads a little faster. “That same off-load delay challenge is hitting us now,” said Mr. McNenly. In 2008, 90 per cent of cases were off-loaded in one hour and 13 minutes or less, a number that has been rising steadily. This figure is dependant on the service at the hospitals and factors like the loss of the Whitby hospital make it tougher. Starting in January of this year, a provincially funded pilot project means there will be a dedicated off-load nurse at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. “They’ll take up to four of our patients at any one time and that means eight of our staff members back on the road or four am- bulances,” said Mr. McNenly. Also, since 2003 Durham EMS has had rapid-response, SUV-type vehicles on the roads to provide a first response for priority calls even before the ambulances arrive in some cases. 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The kids wanted to do something for kids in Africa following a visit from author Eric Walters, who shared information with them about the conditions many students face there. “They were really excited,” Ms. Cou- ture said. As soon as the presentation was over, the kids were asking what can they do to help, she said. “People think teenagers are just bratty, spoiled kids... but we want to make a differ- ence, we want to help,” said student Kaitlin Francis. They also want to show they know what’s going on in the world, she added. Mr. Walters’ presentation showed stu- dents a harsh view of how some things are elsewhere in the world. It included slides, pictures, and stories of the kids in Africa, said student Kristen Mavroukas. “You know the kids with the bloated stom- achs — that really stood out for me,” Kristen said. She thought about how she would feel if it was her, she added. “I thought it was harsh, but it was re- ally eye-opening about the poverty,” said student Tarik Cropper-Bullen. “We actually want to make a difference and we are mak- ing a difference.” To collect money for the campaign, which ran for a week and a half, the students pulled up the couch cushions, checked their drawers, raided their parents’ coffee money stash, and donated money they received for Christmas. “And I feel really good about it,” Kristen said. “And I want to do it again. We made a difference.” They also wrote letters to the students in the class that their teacher’s friend will be teaching in Africa. Kaitlin stayed up late writing her letter, and felt good knowing it would bring happi- ness to someone else, she said. Pickering students promote change with change Crystal Crimi/ News Advertiser photo From left, Timothy Munroe, Chante Walters, Aarti Lahori, and Cody Kellar show of some off the items their Grade 8 class is sending to a school in Africa. CATCH UP ONLINE AT newsdurhamregion.com Uxbridge trustee asks how cancellations are determined By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Why school buses were on the road in poor weather is being asked following a fatal ac- cident last week. A 45-year-old Uxbridge woman died on Feb. 10 after her vehicle collided with a school bus, loaded with children, on Wagg Road, west of Regional Road 57, in Uxbridge. Icy road conditions are believed to be a factor, said a Durham Re- gional Police report. Uxbridge Trustee Joe Allin brought the community’s ques- tion, along with a couple of oth- ers, to the Durham District School Board at its Feb. 17 meeting. “The decision is always made with a great deal of concern and caution,” said superintendent Mark Joel. “There is no financial gain or penalty for us for cancel- ling: safety is something we work on all the time.” The process for deciding on cancellation begins early in the morning, around 5 a.m. “And everything at that time was clear,” Mr. Joel said. “This particular day at 6:30 in the morning it was just fine,” Mr. Joel said. “At five to seven, it wasn’t fine.” But, buses were already on route by then, he said. “We put the word out to drivers to proceed with caution,” Mr. Joel said. By 6:30 a.m., there are 262 buses on the road, with 100 of them in the north, he said. “It’s a commonly held belief in my community that too many de- cisions are made in the south,” Trustee Allin said, and made with- out consideration for the north. Mr. Joel was principal at Scott Central Public School in Sandford, near Uxbridge, for three years, and knows the three different climates you can go through on the way. The public and Catholic boards work together, along with bus companies, roaming trucks, mu- nicipalities, and sometimes even the police, to assess road condi- tions, Mr. Joel said. Trustee Allin also wanted to know what action is being take to ensure the bus cancellation poli- cy/process is the best it can be. Mr. Joel’s replied he wasn’t sure what could have been done differ- ently. “Unfortunately, a very tragic event happened,” Mr. Joel said. 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All Mechanical and Electrical Contractors interested in bidding on these projects must participate in the pre-qualifi cation process. Pre-qualifi cation proposals shall be based upon CCDC Document No.11 as well as supplementary documentation to demonstrate managerial, safety and fi nancial-bonding capabilities. Mechanical and Electrical Contractors interested in being pre-qualifi ed to bid the work MUST submit the following: • Completed CCDC Document No. 11 including listing of similar completed projects, brief system descriptions, references, etc. • Management staff resumes. • Letter authorizing DCDSB to obtain fi nancial information from institutions on the application. • Detailed description of the Contractor’s Health and Safety policies. • Submission of most recent form of CAD 7 Calculations or the Merit Adjusted Premium Program Rate Statement (MAPP) issued by the WSIB. Tenders for all projects in 2009 and 2010 will be invited from the list of pre-qualifi ed Mechanical and Electrical Contractors only. The pre-qualifi cation process will include an assessment of previous performance in a number of areas, including but not limited to: similar work, scheduling, management, workmanship, fi nal completion, system fi ne tuning, correction of defi ciencies and Health & Safety. Pre-qualifi cation information shall be submitted to the Architect not later than 12:00 noon: THURSDAY, 12 MARCH 2009 Envelopes labeled Mechanical or Electrical Contractor Pre-qualifi cation Submission for the Durham Catholic District School Board and delivered to: Paul Weppler, Saccoccio Weppler Architects Inc., 215 Morrish Road, Suite 109, Toronto, Ontario, M1C 1E9 (416)282-1197 Submissions received after the closing deadline will not be accepted. The Board reserves the right to select and approve only those Contractors that the Board deems suitable. 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The purpose of a preliminary inquiry is to find out if the Crown has enough evidence to take the case to a full trial. At the end, Justice Rhys Morgan will either discharge Mr. Tippett or order him to stand trial. On Friday he appeared relaxed, propping up his arm on the edge of the prisoner’s box and resting his head on his hand for much of the time. Since he’s spending several long days in court, defence lawyer Michael Mclaughlin was able to argue against the usual security precaution of handcuffs at the beginning of the inquiry, allowing Mr. Tippett a little comfort. As is the usual custom, heavily armed Emergency Response Team officers guarded Courtroom 3 while another police officer used a metal-detecting wand to search those entering the room, expensive security pre- cautions not used in most court appearances. Two witnesses gave their testimony, the contents of which are under a publication ban. The next two dates for the continuation of the inquiry are Feb. 24 and March 10. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com Oshawa homes join houses in Ajax already approved By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Twenty-nine new affordable housing units for people with disabilities and seniors are slated for Oshawa. Bloor Park Village, to be located just east of Bloor Street East and Ritson Road South, is a $5.1-million project with $2.03 million of the funding coming from the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program. Cher-Brook – Bloor Park Village will build the homes on a private, non-profit basis. When combined with new units announced for Ajax in early 2008, it’s a significant number of new homes, said Regional Chairman Roger Anderson, who wel- comed the news. “That’s 145 homes, roughly, that are being built in Durham that will provide a roof over people’s heads and bedrooms for them to sleep in,” he said, adding that anything that brings the federal and provincial governments to the table on affordable housing is a good thing. The Bloor Park Village units will be occupied by people with special needs and physical disabilities and the homes will be in high-demand. According to a recent report to the Region’s health and social services committee, the average wait for a modified unit in Dur- ham is about two-and-a-half years. Overall, there were 3.922 households waiting for affordable housing at the end of 2008 in Durham. Mr. Anderson said he’s also looking forward to the federal budget dollars announced for social housing repairs. “We have lots of units that need repairs and we’re prepared to spend that,” he said. Another positive aspect to both the building and repairing of social housing stock is it will generate eco- nomic activity. “So there is an opportunity for quite a lot of people to be working for a while as a result of these allocations,” said Mr. Anderson. Oshawa MP Colin Carrie and Ajax-Pickering MPP Joe Dickson also welcomed the construction of the new units on behalf of their respective governments. “The Government of Canada is committed to mak- ing affordable housing available in Ontario and across Canada for those who need it most,” said Dr. Carrie in a prepared statement. ”This funding is helping the Bloor Park Village give seniors and people with special needs in Oshawa hope, dignity and a path to a safer, better and stronger future.” To callDurhamHealthConnectionLine 1-800-841-2729or 905-666-6241 www.durham.ca register Wednesday, February 25,2009 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Road,Ajax What to expect when quitting How to prepare to quit Drug therapy options What community supports are available FR E E • Session led by a Public Health Nurse • Registration is required •Nocost • Learn about: QuittingSmoking?Whattoexpect. 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OVERSTOCKED!! coupon expires Mar 30/09 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 ADDICTION: The Serenity Group 12-step recovery meeting begins at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group meets every Friday and deals with addictions of all types, including co-dependency. Ev- eryone welcome. 905-428-9431 (Jim). AJAX SENIORS: All seniors are invited to crochet, knit or do their favourite craft at the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club every Friday at 9:45 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Com- munity Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. The club provides most material with items going to the Seniors’ Bazaar. Includes a social time to meet new friends and re-connect with old ones. For more informa- tion call Peggy at 905-686-1573. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 NEW FRIENDS BOOK SHOP: The New Friends Book Shop is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 520 Westney Rd. S., Unit 9 (at Clements Road). There are books for all ages at low prices and pro- ceeds from the book sales go to the Community Development Council Durham. For more infor- mation call Doreen at 905-619- 8867. JOYCE SMITH MEMORIAL VALENTINES DANCE: Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary is holding its first Valentine’s Dance since the passing of the shelter’s founder. The annual dance will feature a buffet meal, live music, door prizes, a cash bar and a si- lent auction. $35 per person; $30 for members. At Pickering Recre- ation Complex (1880 Valley Farm Rd.) in the O’Brien Room. Doors open at 7 p.m.; dinner served at 8 p.m. Call 905-649-8282 or 905- 831-5258 for tickets. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 HUSBAND’S MUSICAL STORY: True Love, A Husband’s Musical Story is a one-man show starring Cleveland Brown, set in Africa and the Caribbean. Tickets are $6 by e-mail or $7 at the door. It is at the Coffee Time party room at Rossland and Garden, Whitby. For more information contact musicstar76@yahoo.ca. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 MOM AND TOTS: Mom and Tots is a playgroup for stay-at-home moms and their children from all ages up to kindergarten. Includes play centres, a sensory table, crafts, snack time, story time, and songs and games. Meets Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 at the Hope Community Church, 35 King’s Cres., Ajax. Free and open to all, including moms on maternity leave. Today’s theme is Pancake Tuesday where participants can join in and work together to make and eat pancakes. For more in- formation contact Dannyelle at 905-831-4774 or visit www.hope- communitychurch.com. HELP FOR PARENTS: Help- ing Other Parents Everywhere (HOPE), Inc. is a community- based support group for parents dealing with children who have behavioural problems including attitude, substance abuse, run- ning away, dropping out of school and parent abuse. The group meets locally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. Call 905-239-3577 for more information and meeting location or visit www.helpingo- therparentseverywhere.com. SUPPORT GROUP: A new be- reavement support group is now offered by Durham Hospice in partnership with Community Care Durham. The group runs every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1420 Bayly St., Unit 6, Ajax. Anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one or friend is welcome. To register call 905- 430-4522. SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Tuesday Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Brian Buel- er will lead a discussion on the Home Town Choggers. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). PICKERING SEWERS: The Pickering Sewers’ Forum meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. (south of Bayly Street), Pickering. It’s for all sew- ing enthusiasts, regardless of skill. It’s a chance to share ideas and get tips and trends in the world of fabric and thread. 905-837-2736 (Jennifer). CANCER FUNDRAISER: The Sunset Grill, 235 Bayly St. W., Ajax, holds a Looney Pancake Tuesday Charity Event. Pancakes will sell for $1 each all day, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with all proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society. 905-428-2265. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 AJAX SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets for darts every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome but should come a bit earlier. For more information call Linda at 905-426-2923. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27 HUSBAND’S MUSICAL STORY: True Love, A Husband’s Musical Story is a one-man show starring Cleveland Brown, set in Africa and the Caribbean. Tickets are $6 by e-mail or $7 at the door. It is at the Coffee Time party room at Rossland and Garden, Whitby. 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Bad boys from trailer park coming to Durham ‘Variety show’ on April 16 at Oshawa’s GMC DURHAM — Tickets are on sale now for The Trailer Park Boys’ ap- pearance at the General Motors Centre this spring. Ricky, Bubbles and Julian are bringing their Community Service Variety Show to the GMC on April 16 at 8 p.m. All three are characters of the long-running Canadian television show, filmed documentary style, about their exploits in the fictional Sunnyvale Trailer Park in Nova Scotia. Tickets are available starting at 10 a.m. Feb. 20 and can be pur- chased at the GMC box office, Mary and Athol streets, by phone at 1-877-436-8811 or online at www.generalmotorscentre.com. You’ll believe a Pan can fly Ajacians among 35 cast members for Borelians’ ‘Peter Pan’ production By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Everyone knows Peter Pan can fly and that he teaches Wendy, John and Michael to do the same. So just how will he take flight in the Borelians’ production of J.M. Barrie’s play, ‘Peter Pan’, which opened on Feb. 19? “Everyone keeps wondering how Peter is going to fly,” admitted direc- tor Carey Nicholson. “It’s a domi- nant element in the show.” In a theatre with limited stage area and no wings, it’s also a tech- nical issue, one that director Carey Nicholson and her crew have had to solve. “There are so many technical ele- ments to the show. It is a new part for me to work with so much special effects stuff. Peter has to have some magic about it. Theatre is illusion.” The play (not the musical) fea- tures pirate fights, a ticking crocodile and the flying. You’ll have to go see the play to find out how Peter and all manage to fly. “We’re working from the text that would have been in use between 1904 and 1926. Barrie kept adapting and changing the text. It is, I think, the final distillation of the play.” Nicholson said the last scene was actually written by Barrie as a separate, one-act play, called The Afterthought. It was not part of the original play. Some elements were changed for the musical and the Disney movie, so this script has more elements found in ‘Finding Neverland’ and the recent ‘Peter Pan’ movie, Nicholson said. ‘Peter Pan’ features a cast of 35. “Only five of them are over 18 and the rest of highly accomplished, energetic and talent youth. It is like harnessing a huge energy source,” she said. (She’s used to huge casts with lots of kids, having directed ‘Alice in Wonderland’ for the Borelians and ‘Seussical! The Musical’ with Onstage Uxbridge last season.) “It’s a play for kids about adults and it’s a play for adults about kids. The adults are having fun because they get to play too.” Peter is played by Tyler Keating, of Bowmanville, a member of the Oshawa Little Theatre youth group. The nasty Hook is Graeme Pow- ell, of Port Perry, who last appeared with the Borelians as a young lawyer in last season’s ‘Crimes of the Heart’. Appearing as Wendy is Ali Crone, of Whitby, who will be seen in Grease with Port Perry’s Choral De Lite’s Musical Theatre. She plays the young and adult Wendy. Mr. Darling is played by theatre veteran, Andy Williamson, who has worked with the Borelians both on stage and behind the scenes. Mrs. Darling is Rita Gould, of Uxbridge. She played the Cat in the hat in Se- ussical. The other Darlings are Liam Lynch as John and Michael William- son as Michael. The cast is from all over Durham, including Ajax, Oshawa, and Ash- burn. And it’s very much a family affair. There are five pairs of siblings in the show. Plus Nicholson’s entire fam- ily is involved, including her mom, Sheila Nicholson, who’s in charge of costumes. They are playing on a set that’s a basic structure, with the particular environments (pirate ship, Darling’s nursery, Wendy’s house) changing around it. “We’re working with a set that allows us to play,” Nicholson said. There are scenes whey they are al- most all on stage.” She and husband Andy William- son designed the set. As for the costumes, apart from the Darling house, there’s no set time period, so you’ll notice a mix- ing of styles and periods. In charge of props, set decoration and some special touches with the costumes is Jen Hardie, whom Nich- olson calls “a production magician.” Hardie will also lend her magic touch to the Borelians’ next show, ‘Kiss the Moon’, ‘Kiss the Son’, com- ing this spring. ‘Peter Pan’ is also a benefit for two hospitals, the Ormond Street in Eng- land and Lakeridge Port Perry. The English hospital was the recipient of royalties from the play, at Barrie’s request, until the copyright ran out. Nicholson decided it was be good to see that hospital and the local one benefit from this production. “The man loved kids so much, it seems like the right thing to do,” she said. Throughout the play’s run, an art draw will be held each perfor- mance, with works by local artists, such as Pamela Meacher, Louise Whale, Linda Edwards and Claudia McCabe, available and on display in the patron’s lounge. Draw tickets can be purchased before the shows and during intermission. Proceeds will go to both hospi- tals and the Borelian’s scholarship fund. Two extra shows have been added. ‘Peter Pan’ now runs Feb. 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, March 6 and 7 at Town Hall 1873, Queen and Simcoe streets. Showtime is 8 p.m. plus 2 p.m. shows on Feb. 21 and 28. Tickets are $21 for adults, $19 for students and seniors, with EyeGo tickets ($5) for high school students with proper ID available for all shows. You can get tickets to the play and dinner packages at The Front Porch, Francesco’s and Pickles and Olives at Meta4 Contemporary Craft Gal- lery, 200 Queen St., 905-985-2435, 1-888-985-2435. There are also overnight getaways at Nestleton Waters Inn; check out www.nestletonwatersinn.com. For more information, go to www. borelians.org. The play will be presented at Town Hall 1873, Queen and Simcoe streets. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Peter Pan, left, played by Tyler Keating, leads the Darling children, Wendy, played by Ali Crone; Michael, played by Mi- chael Willimason; and Liam Lynch as John. Hook, played by Graeme Powell, looks on from the shadows. The Borelians Community Theatre presents ‘Peter Pan’ at Town Hall 1873 in Port Perry this month. Stage stats Peter Pan presented by the Borelians at Town Hall 1873, Queen and Simcoe streets, Port Perry. It continues tonight, Feb. 20, until Feb. 28. For more information, consult the website www.borelians.org March show pays tribute to legends DURHAM — The Legends of Rock ‘n Roll dinner and stage show is coming to Oshawa. Gino Monopoli, Nancy Tromm and Joe Passion will perform as Elvis, Shania Twain, Jerry Lee Lewis and John Lennon in the show on March 7 at the Lviv Pavilion, 38 Lviv Blvd. The evening starts with cock- tails at 5:30 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are by advance sale only and are $40 person. For tickets, call 905-433-8838. The show benefits the St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 PAGE 21 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Bantam rinks also successful at mixed event By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Annandale Curling Club curlers swept up both sides of the draw at the five-team junior mixed zone playdown at the Os- hawa Curling Club on Feb. 14 and 15. Michael Bryson with the team of Emily Lindsay, Sandy Martin and Carly Bee with coach John Lind- say won the ‘A’ side. Meanwhile, Josh Hall teamed up with Spencer Anderson, James McPherson and Yvonne Lalonde and coach Donna Hall to capture the ‘B’ side. Both teams now advance to the regionals in Fenelon Falls on March 7 and 8. ••• An Annandale bantam rink also won on Oshawa ice, too, at the six- team mixed ban- tam zone event. Laura Arbour, Jake McGhee, with two competitive members and coach Jennifer McGhee won the ‘A’ side of the draw. Former An- nandale member Ben Bevan, now curling out of the Whitby club, took the ‘B’ side. The teams qualified for the re- gionals in Fenelon Falls on March 7 and 8. ••• Annandale has two teams en- tered in the mixed zones playdowns at the Oshawa Curling Club on Feb. 21 and 22. Blair Metrakos skips the team of Kathleen Johnson, Rich- ard Peach and Chantal Peach. Tim March skips the other entry. Two of nine teams at zones will advance to the regionals at the Whitby Curling Club on March 7 and 8. ••• Chris Van Huyse skipped an An- nandale team of Blair Metrakos, Andrew Klein and Scott March to victory in the OCA Colts Regional Playdown at East York on Feb. 14 and 15. The team now advances to the Ontario final at Leaside on March 18. The competition ends at East York as there is no national cham- pionship. ••• Next at Annandale is the Ladies’ Olympic Bonspiel on Feb. 21. The event’s draw is full. Teams will play two eight-end games and use a ‘skins format’. The team accumu- lating the most ‘skins’ will win a cash prize and the opportunity to compete in the Melitta Bonspiel of Champions. ••• The 18th annual SPINAL TAP MIXED BONSPIEL, the premier event in the Shoot For A Cure Curl- ing campaign, that previously had raised more than $250,000 for spi- nal injury research, added a fur- ther $70,000 on Saturday, Feb. 14 at the Thornhill Country Club. Olympic and world champion curlers donated their time to the cause. Team Glenn Howard, with Pickering resident Richard Hart at vice, and Brent Laing and Craig Savill appeared for the cause. Also curling in the fundraiser were Jennifer Jones, Joan McCusk- er, Mike Harris, Cathy Overton- Clapham, Sherry Middaugh, and two-time world champion Ed ‘The Wrench’ Werenich. Annandale juniors double up at zone playdown Boxers ready to rumble at nationals Ajax’s Karatella, Price back for more at cadet ‘C’, junior event By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com AJAX — Two area fighters will give it their best shots in the national ring in Edmonton next week. Ahmed Karatella, a.k.a AK 47, of Ajax, and Mitchell Price, a fighter with Pickering’s Liverpool Boxing Club, will fly westward for the Ca- nadian National Junior and Cadet ‘C’ Boxing Championships from Feb. 24 to March 1. Karatella will compete in the 48-kilo weight class in the junior category, while Price will do bat- tle in the 57-kilo weight class in the cadet ‘C’ division. A 17-year-old J. Clarke Richard- son student, Karatella says this year’s nationals will mark his sec- ond time at the prestigious event. Last year, he lost his first match to a heavily favoured Quebecer but, this year, he’s hoping to fight his way to a podium finish. “I’ve been training really hard, so I feel really confident; I’m ready to go,” said Karatella, who fights out of Tiller’s Boxing Club that moved from Ajax to Scarborough last year. “I believe I’ve learned from my mistakes last year, so I’m going to come back twice as hard. “I have a lot more experience since last year. I’ve been doing a lot more sparring. I’m better and stronger and a lot more prepared this time.” Chris Tiller, Karatella’s coach, said his fighter will be in good company in his weight class, so he’ll need to be at his best. “There are a couple of good cadet fighters who’ve moved up to junior, so he has his work cut out for him.” Price, 14, is looking for bigger and better accomplishments at the 2009 nationals after earning a bronze medal in Windsor in 2008. “I’m hoping to go all the way (to gold) this year,” said Price, a four-year member of the Liver- pool club. “I have to be ready and be on top of my game.” Price believes he’s improved immensely over the 14-year-old fighter who made his debut at nationals a year ago. “I’m feeling a lot better than I was. I think I’ve improved a lot over the last few months,” he said, noting his fierce determination in the ring has, so far, set him apart from other fighters in his weight class. “I think I put in a lot more ef- fort than others who are naturally gifted and I don’t give up.” In preparation for Edmonton, Price has been working out four nights a week at the Pickering club with coach Preston Roberts, the only coach he’s ever known in the sport. As well, he augments his training by working out two days a week at his Stouffville home. Roberts said Price will be in tough in his weight class. “There are four others in his weight class -- two from Alberta, one from Newfoundland and one from Quebec -- and they will all be good. All five of them will be about even,” predicted Roberts. Al Rivett/ News Advertiser photo Ahmed Karatella, a.k.a. AK 47, will enter the ring at the upcoming Canadian Junior and Cadet ‘C’ Boxing Championships in Edmonton from Feb. 24 to March. 1. The Tiller’s Boxing Club fighter will compete in the 48-kilo junior division. News Advertiser file photo Boxer Mitchell Price works out at the Liverpool Boxing Club in Pickering where he trains under head coach Preston Roberts. Fast facts Ahmed Karatella enters na- tionals with eight fights under his belt. Thus far, his record is five wins and 3 losses. Mean- while, Mitchell Price has had 24 fights and has recorded 11 wins overall. PICKERINGADVERTISING FEATUREDurham Windows and Doors Brings Mobile Showroom To Your Door Wayne Hutchison brings to the replacement window and door business a new and long overdue feature. 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Inside, displayed on the walls, are the Vinyl Window Designs series of vinyl windows which you’re free to operate and you’ll discover the many special features including how they can be cleaned without going outside. “After being in this business for 26 years, I can honestly say these are the finest windows on the market,” says Wayne. “They’re triple sealed to reduce air leakage and come with heavy duty hardware.” All Vinyl Window Designs windows come with Low E Glass which filters out the ultraviolet rays keeping your home cooler in the summer and eliminate fading of your curtains, drapes and furniture. All of the windows come with a lifetime warranty on the frame, hardware and glass. Wayne would also like his customers to know that he does all of the estimates personally, eliminating the cost of a salesperson. Durham Windows and Doors also does all of its own installations, which ensures that every customer gets a high quality job done at the best possible price. 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February 27, 2009 durhamregion.com REGISTRATIONS The Ajax United Soccer Club Nelson Hobbies Shop 144 Harwood Ave. S. in the Ajax Plaza Monday to Saturday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Further Information Call 905-683-0351 are taking place for Boys & Girls at Born 2005 - 2003 $110 Born 2002 - 2001 $130FEES «For Competitive and Select teams go to www.ajaxunitedsoccer.com P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 Pine Ridge Pumas girls skate past Pickering High Pickering school’s varsity hockey team takes LOSSA Tier II title in exciting final PICKERING — The Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas varsity girls’ hockey team captured the Durham Region tier II champi- onship in thrilling fashion re- cently. The Pumas carried off the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) title after a nar- row 2-1 victory over the top-ranked Pickering High School Trojans in the tier II final at the Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby. Kelsey Moffat scored with 24 seconds left in regulation time to seal the victory for the Pickering school. Pine Ridge Pumas’ goaltender Juila Ouroumis stopped 30 shots in the victory. The Pumas earned a spot in the final after scoring a semifi- nal victory over Oshawa’s O’Neill CVI. The entire team worked tire- lessly and is proud to return to the school with the achievement. The LOSSA championship comes after a successful regular season and a strong showing at the re- cent Uxbridge Secondary School Tigers Tournament. Pine Ridge Pumas team members are Cait- lyn Nat, Kelsey Moffat, Julia Ouroumis, Sarah Rankin, Amanda Prong, Kristi Riseley, Krista Shaw, Shannon McCar- roll, Avery Darrah, Meagan Harrison, Natalie Wise and Juila Mooney. Leo Nat coaches the Pine Ridge team assisted by Dave Williams and Kathryn Harris. Brian Hall and Bill Reid serve as team help- ers. CATCH UP ONLINE AT newsdurhamregion.Mark Riseley photo The Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas varsity girls’ hockey team captured the LOSSA tier II championship recently. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com Durham West beats Etobicoke for Sharks title DURHAM — The Durham West Lightning atom ‘AA’ girls’ rep hock- ey team proved to be no shark bait in Scarborough. In fact, the Lightning atoms broke through for their second gold medal of the season after captur- ing the championship at the recent Scarborough Sharks tournament. In the final, Durham West skated past Etobicoke 3-1 to claim the gold medal. The Lightning won its first tour- nament title in Rochester, N.Y. last November, where they defeated Buffalo 4-1 to take the crown. Team members are Taylor Nor- quay, Chloe Winslow, Hailey Wil- son, Alex White, Nicole Remedios, Erin Crummey, Nicole Dodge, Philomena Teggart, Haley Tice, Amanda Wray, Emily Gates, Carly Bishop, Christine Hood, Victoria Haywood, Zoe Brochu, Hannah Paul and Kayla Sliz. Coaching staff is Greg Sliz, Lee Bruckner, Rob Crummey and Dave Gwyn. Pickering Soccer Club Inc. 1735 Bayly Street – Unit 14 Pickering, Ontario L1W 3G7 (905) 831-9803 Fax (905) 831- 8968 www.pickeringsoccer.ca 2009 COMPETITIVE SPRING TRYOUT SCHEDULE Team Location Date Time Coach U8 Girls – Born 2001 MetroSports February 22 March 1 - 8 10:30am - 12 Noon Barry Donnelly 416-451-1465 Peter Hogg 905-509-4538 U9 Girls – Born 2000 MetroSports Feb 21 - 28 Mar 7 9 am - 10:30 am Andy Hing 905-428-7011 U10 Girls – Born 1999 MetroSports February 22 March 1 - 8 February 22 March 1 - 8 12 Noon - 1:30pm 12 Noon - 1:30pm Green Team- Alfonso Garcia 905-239-0435 Gold Team - Fabian DeNobrega 905-831-7614 U11 Girls – Born 1998 MetroSports February 27 March 6 6 pm - 7:30 pm Richard Lissone 905-421-0030 Bibi Anthony 905-509-9629 U 12 Girl – Born 1997 MetroSports MetroSports Feb 20 - 27 March 6 February 22 March 1 - 8 7:30pm - 9:00pm 10:30am - 12 Noon Gene Gesualdo 416-464-9516 Phil Marmina 905-420-6236 U13 Girls – Born 1996 MetroSports MetroSports Feb 20 - 27 Mar 6 February 22 March 1 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 10:30am - 12 Noon Vance Palache 647-400-6724 Ray Joseph 416-999-6112 U14 Girls – Born 1995 MetroSports Feb 22, Mar. 1, 8 6 pm - 8 pm Charlie Salvagna 905-686-8477 U15 Girls – Born 1994 MetroSports Dunbarton Feb. 20, 27 Mar. 6 Feb. 27, Mar. 6 6 pm - 7:30 pm 6 pm - 8pm Nixon Bernardino - OYSL 905-801-2458 Paul Caruana 905-683-9766 U16 Girls – Born 1993 Kingsway College MetroSports Feb. 19, 26 Mar. 5 Feb. 21, Mar. 7 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 12 pm - 2 pm Bert Laing - OYSL 416-722-9482 Debbie Carkner 905-509-6109 U17 Girls – Born 1992 MetroSport Feb. 28, Mar. 7 1 pm - 2 pm Anton Passchier 905-837-1986 U18 Girls – Born 1991 Kinsmen 3 Sep 30 Oct 7 6:30pm – 8:00pm Jorgen Runas 905-686-7244 Kevin McDonald 416-438-0302Call Coach for additional Information BOYS Team Location Date Time Coach U8 Boys – Born 2001 MetroSports Feb. 21 - 28 Mar. 7 9 am - 10:30 am Dorne Munch 416-414-7078 U9 Boys – Born 2000 MetroSports Feb. 21 - 28 Mar. 7 10:30 am - 12 Noon Tony La Ferrara 416-835-0269 Kerwin Skeete 416-716-1469 U10 Boys – Born 1999 MetroSports Feb. 20 7:30 pm - 9 pm Gord Smith 905-509-3284 David Lo Presti 905-655-6486 U11 Boys – Born 1998 MetroSports Feb. 22, Mar. 1-8 9 am - 10:30 am Mirco Schroff 905-686-4694 U12 Boys – Born 1997 MetroSports Feb. 20-27 Mar. 6 7:30 pm - 9 pm Desmond Warner 416-356-3859 U13 Boys – Born 1996 MetroSports MetroSports GlenGrove PS Feb. 21, Mar. 1,8 Feb. 21 Feb. 27 12 Noon - 1:30 pm 12 Noon - 1 pm 6:30 pm - 8 pm Bill Janshan (L3 CSL Premier) Louis Houde 905-837-0727 U14 Boys – Born 1995 MetroSports Maple Ridge Public School Feb. 22, Mar.1,8 Feb. 27 Mar. 6, 27 9 am - 10:30 am 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Ramin Mohammadi 416-890-8842 Ed Whitehead 905-427-2405 Isidore De Cario 905-420-9764 U15 Boys – Born 1994 OYSL MetroSports Feb. 23, Mar. 2,9 7 pm - 8 pm Corrado Roccasalva 416-573-5386 U15 Boys – Born 1994 Pickering Power Green MetroSports Feb. 23, Mar. 2,9 6 pm - 7 pm Cliff Schmitt 416-258-4859 U16 Boys – Born 1993 MetroSports Dunbarton Feb. 23, Mar. 2,9 Feb. 27, Mar. 6 7 pm - 8 pm 8 pm - 10 pm Garre Edmund 416-431-1977 Asif Thawer 416-223-9174 U17 Boys – Born 1992 Kinsmen 3 Kinsmen 3 Nortre Dame HS Sep 27 – 28 Sep 27 – 28 Feb 20, Mar 6 4:30pm - 6:00pm 4:30pm - 6:00pm 6 pm - 7:15 pm Derrick Keise 416-453-0932 Fabian Best 905-686-7152 John DeBenedictis 905-420-1476 GIRLS Call Coach for additional Information Call Coach for additional Information Nortre Dame HSU18 Boys - Born 1991 Feb 20, Mar 6 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Brian Henchey 905-420-2882 TRAIN SMART PLAY HARD HAVE FUN Recreational Registration is now open for Summer 2009. Visit www.pickeringsoccer.ca Metro Sports is located at 1510 Birchmount Rd., Unit 150, Scarborough. (Entrance on Burcana Road). Lightning atom ‘AA’ girls skate with sharks and win Ajax midget ‘AE’s ready for quarter-final series Knights end productive regular season AJAX — The Ajax Knights Health-Rite Pharmacy midget ‘AE’ hockey team is ready for the post- season after finishing an impressive regular-season campaign. The Knights’ midgets received a first-round bye in the OMHA playoffs and are now preparing to play Bradford, which eliminated Barrie in their opening series. The Bradford-Ajax OMHA quarter- final series is a six-point affair, with the first team to reach six points advancing to the semifinals. In the regular-season, the Ajax midgets finished in first place in the 30-game regular season with a sterling 25-2-3 record for 53 points. The Ajacians also won all 15 road games this season. Productive offence and strong defence were the keys to achieving the solid record during the regu- lar season. The Knights scored 149 goals and allowed only 56. They closed out the regular season 14 points ahead of second-place Geor- gina. Team members are Joseph Chaves, Brandyn Marconato, Johnston Miller, Joey Colombo, Kevin Haire, Matthew Provenzano, Cody Arsenault, Brennen Con- quer, Shawn Linton, Carson Lock- hart, Matthew Schittone, Thomas Fearon, Gary Hurst, Brandon Shep- herd, Kyle Reeves, Michael Lefort and Luke Ruggiero. The coaching staff is Tony Schit- tone, Johnston Miller, Barry Shep- herd, Matthew Haire and Anthony Ruggiero. James is court king for printers AJAX — Sherwin James post- ed an impressive 20-point scor- ing performance leading Dickson Printing to a 46-41 victory over North Alliance Press (NAP) in Ajax Men’s Basketball league action on Feb. 11. In a see-saw battle that saw the teams tied 19-19 at the half, James proved to be the difference. Nick Sideris also added some firepower for Dickson with 10 points. Raymond Hartley led the way for NAP with 12 points, while Bob Hunt knocked down 11. The dynamic duo of John Giri- monte and David Jackson had an outstanding game for ESN Pack- aging scoring 18 and 15 points, respectively, en route to a convinc- ing 58-23 win over Top Shelf. Claude Feig had the hot hand for Top Shelf scoring eight points. Phillips, Hager & North (PH&N) regained its winning form with a 58-45 victory over Michael’s Eat- ery. Bill Manos was at the top of his game, scoring 25 points for PH&N, while Clayton Gall added 14. Calvin Smith led Michael’s with a respectable 16 points, followed by Antonio Krupl with 13. Scoreboard FEBRUARY 20, 2009 PICKERING OLDTIMERS HOCKEY LEAGUE OVER-35 DIVISION TEAM GP W L T GF GA PTS Bay Dukes 32 23 4 5 207 129 51 Virtual Law Flyers 32 19 7 6 197 142 44 Hawg Farmers 32 15 11 6 158 144 36 Shagwells 32 17 13 2 200 164 36 Penguins 32 15 13 4 139 159 34 Intrepid 32 10 16 6 121 140 26 Remax 32 5 22 5 146 224 15 Flames 32 4 22 6 109 175 14 Game results Feb. 19: Virtual Law Flyers vs. Hawg Farmers 3; Intrepid 5 vs. Shagwells 2; Penguins 1 vs. Remax 0; Bay Dukes 9 vs. Flames 2. OVER-50 DIVISION TEAM GP W L T GF GA PTS Canadians 31 19 6 6 138 83 44 Buds 31 16 8 7 136 104 39 Bruins 32 15 12 5 113 110 35 Slo Flames 32 12 16 4 119 139 28 RoadRunners 31 10 17 4 99 117 24 Fry’s Hawks 31 8 21 2 93 145 18 Game results Feb. 19: Bruins 7 vs. Slo Flames 1; Canadians 5 vs. RoadRunners 2. Submitted photo The Durham West Lightning ‘AA’ atom hockey team struck gold at the recent Scarborough Sharks Hockey Tournament. 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In the Region of Durham we also reach out into the community through public awareness and education. We are seeking individuals who are inter- ested in contributing their skills and experience to the Board of Directors. We ask that you respond in writing, highlight- ing your qualifi cations for this role as well as how your expertise may benefi t The Denise House. Our goal is to have a Board of Directors that refl ects the diversity of our community, including those who have used our services. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check. Please submit your qualifi cations on or before March 13, 2009. While we thank all who are interested, only those to be interviewed will be con- tacted. Board of Director The Denise House Oshawa Centre Postal Outlet P.O. Box 30560 Oshawa, Ontario. L1J 8L8 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent & security. 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Apply to Quality Col- lision, 92 Orchard Rd. (905)428-1785 or fax re- sume: 905-428-8275 MECHANIC, OR 4th-5th year apprentice needed. Must be reliable, thorough, knowledgeable. Good working environment. No weekends. Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm. (416)283-1843 SERVICES CF&R: cherche des représentant pour le service à la clientèle. la candidate préféré possède: De fortes compétences de communi- cation orale et écrite. Parle l'anglais/français couram- ment. Fiable, possède de bonnes manières télépho- niques. Prière d'envoyer votre curriculum vitae par télécopie: (905) 426-3895 courriel: jackiep@ cfrservices.com. FULL TIME, Dental assist- ant required, must be HARP certifi ed. No week- ends. Please apply by e- mail to: smile54@live.ca PART TIME assistant/re- ceptionist required for busy Brooklin Dental offi ce. Must be HARP certifi ed. Abeldent knowledge an as- set. Please fax resume to (905)655-6244. LEVEL II/PDA ASSIST- ANT our dental team is looking for a positive, ex- perienced assistant to bring several years of solid assisting experience to our wonderful modern practice in Whitby. We have the world's best patients and need a professional who appreciates the TLC need- ed to make patients feel comfortable. We are happy to offer up to $25.00/hr if qualifi ed. Ortho experience welcome. E-mail resumes to dentalfutures@ sympatico.ca, subject LE- VELII or send to Dental Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whit- by, ON L1N 9G3 PROGRESSIVE family dental practice in Uxbridge requires a dental hygienist. Please Fax resume to: 905-852-9558. TACO TIME Oshawa re- quires Assistant Manager. Previous experience an asset. Also hiring full and part-time help. Contact Perry (289)240-7900 LICENSED PRIVATE In- vestigator for hire. Divorc- es, Insurance Claim Fraud, Physical Security Audits, Harassment Issues, and more. Contact: sfranklinis @look.ca Government of Canada is offering assistance $20,000.00/person to purchase your fi rst home. Free report available at 1-800-596-2052 ID #1053 Free recorded message 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 ATTENTION: Turn 10 hours a week into $1500/month. Work from home online. Free training, fl exible hours. Go to web- site: www.succeedfrom homebiz.com EXPERIENCED SENIOR MANAGER looking for business opportunity in the Durham area. Ideal situa- tion would be an owner looking for retirement or fu- ture sale. Email: rossjames60@yahoo..ca $$MONEY$$ 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 @ 3.80% WE SPECIALIZE IN: • Debt Consolidation • 2nd Mortgages to 100% • Construction Financing POWER OF SALE STOPPED Call Will Butler 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 ! KING/WILSON, OSHAWA Quiet building, near shopping, transporta- tion. Utilities, parking in- cluded. 2-bedroom apts. Available March 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. **WHITBY, near Queen's Common. Large 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. 1 BDRM APT - Available anytime or Mar 1. Locat- ed at 350 Malaga, Oshawa $725/mnth, all inclusive, no pets. Call 905-242-4478 or 905-435-0383. 1 BEDROOM basement apartment, Bowmanville, Waverly area. All inclusive, $700/monthly. First/last required. Available imme- diately. (905)697-1291 1, 2 & 3 BDRM apartments for rent, Whitby, Brock & Dundas area. Available Immediately/March 1st. Call Tony (416)493-1927 or (416)496-6138. 3-BEDROOM – immedi- ate. 1 parking, plus utilities included. $960/month. Ex- tra parking available, no pets, close to all amenities. Call Patrick 905-443-0191 1-BEDROOM apartment Oshawa, Bloor/Wilson, near 401. Very nice, clean & quiet building. $675 plus hydro. Available March/April 1st. No pets/smoking. (905)424- 4005 or (905)576-2523 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. LARGE WHITBY 1-bed- room basement ravine walk-out, offi ce, sunroom, executive home, 1000+sq.ft. All inclusive. Very quiet single working person preferred. No dogs / smoking, 1-parking. $800/month, April 1st. (905)571-1962 (LM) 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&4 BEDROOM APTS - Just south of Lindsay, big backyard, inground pool, big kitchen, 2-car parking, inclosed porch, large bed- room's. First/last. Call 705- 786-1848. 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. $899/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 72 ROW ST. OSHAWA $850 + hydro, 2 bedroom duplex, available march 1st. heat, water, parking, fridge, stove, f/p, laundry facilities included. 639 CU- BERT ST. OSHAWA. $830 two bedroom apt. in 6 plex includes all utilities, fridge, stove, laundry facilities, parking. available immedi- ately. 905-725-9593 A 1-BDRM APT OSHAWA, main fl oor of home, a/c, newly decorat- ed, bus stop at door, close to all conveniences, $765/mo, all utilities includ- ed, fi rst/last, no pets, Available immediately. (905)725-9731. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 ADULT OCCUPIED small- er building, Oshawa Cen- tre, quiet, clean. Two 2 bedroom apts $850 & $785, large livingrooms, large kitchens. fridge, stove, laundry, parking, heat. (905)723-0393 AJAX, Bayly/Hardwood, beautiful 3 bedroom, main fl oor, bungalow, walk to shopping, schools, transit, large backyard, quiet, no smoking/pets, parking, laundry, utilities incl. $1195. (416)805-9632 AJAX, Rossland/Salem. New 1-bdrm bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, a/c. Avail. March or April 1st. $650/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. Call (905)683-8268 or (416)899-0394 leave msg. AJAX, SPACIOUS 3 bed- room main fl oor, recently updated, gleaming hard- wood fl oors, 2 parking. $1100+. Available imme- diately. Also 2 bedroom basement, separate en- trance, $800/month. (647)231-5852 AJAX, Westney/Sullivan. New 1-bedroom plus living room basement apartment. Separate entrance & laun- dry. Parking. Available im- mediately. No pets/smok- ing. $700/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 & March 1st. 905-683-8571. BOWMANVILLE, cozy 2- bedroom, $760 plus hydro, includes heat. Available March 1st. Parking, coin laundry. Call Liza 905-623- 2501. 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 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 MOVE IN READY! Very clean, quiet, 2-bed bsmt apt. w/Sep entrance in Oshawa. Near Lake on quiet street. Large stone fi replace warms beautiful living room. Full kitchen, cable, heat, hydro, parking, internet & laundry are ALL INCLUDED! $800/mo. Mike 905-261-3040 N. E. OSHAWA. 2nd fl oor bachelor apartment. Available Mar. lst. and Mar. 15th. Clean quiet, hardwood/ceramic fl oors, no pets, Prefer single working person. $590/all inclusive. Parking. (905) 571-7840. Cell (289) 355-3141 NEAR OSHAWA centre, 1-bedroom apt., $700/mo, inclusive, parking, private entrance, no pets, First/last required. Available March 1st. (905)436-3363. NORTH OSHAWA (Mary/Rossland) 2-bed- room basement, $900 ALL utilities included, private entrance, self-contained, parking, shared laundry, non-smoker, no pets. Available immediately. (905)723-6959 NORTH OSHAWA One and two bedroom. Apr. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appli- ances included. Pay cable, parking, laundry fa- cilities. (905) 723-2094 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 CENTRAL new- ly decorated 2-level apt, new appliances, 3 bed- rooms, eat-in kitchen, liv- ing area and large balcony. Parking, all utilities, cable TV included. $950. 416- 659-1748 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 - KING/WIL- SON, one bedroom base- ment plus livingroom and kitchen, $650/month, wa- ter, hydro, gas included. Separate entrance. Park- ing. Near amenities. Available immediately. 289-314-7693. OSHAWA APTS. Clean quiet security monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905- 260-9085, 905-260-9075 OSHAWA near OC, 3 bed- room, 1.5 bath and 2-bed- room in 4-plex. No pets. Available March 15th/March 1st. Laundry, parking, fi rst/last. 905-665- 5537. 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 Simcoe/Bloor: 2-bdrm, clean, quiet, fresh- ly painted, stairs, above commercial, non-smoking, available March 1st. $640 plus hydro. Call after 6pm (905)435-5246. OSHAWA small 1-bed- room apt. fully furnished, all inclusive, satellite, laun- dry, dishes, 1-car parking. Suite 1 person. $725/month, fi rst/last. No smoking/pets. References. (905)434-5111 OSHAWA, 945 Simcoe St. N., Bachelor $650/in- clusive, 1-bedroom $750/inclusive. 118 Bloor St. W., 2-bedroom, $800/inclusive. 45 Col- borne St. W. 1-bedroom $750/inclusive plus cable. No pets. March 1. 905- 723-1647, 905-720-9935. OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM basement apt for rent. Liv- ingroom, kitchen, 3pc bath, Adult-lifestyle building. Available March 1st. Call (905)723-5400 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. PICKERING, large 2 bed- room, basement apt. Liver- pool/Bayly. 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Search for available daycare in your area or advertise your services with us. Check us out today! New Message Board has just been added WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) Call Erin Jackson at 905-683-5110 or fax 905-683-7363 E-mail: ejackson@durhamregion.com Deadline: Wednesday @ 10:00 am Heights City Church invites you to our Marriage Enrichment Seminar (For Couples Only) Come and discover with us a Biblical blueprint to enhance your marriage. Speakers are Greg & Michelle Haswell Leaders of Northlands Church in Atlanta. Friday February 27th at 7p.m. and Saturday February 28th 9a.m. – 12 p.m. At Heights City Church, 477 Kingston Rd., Pickering $20.00 per couple Register before Tuesday, February 24th Call 905-420-0229. * Cost includes manual for each person * FOR FURTHER WORSHIP DIRECTORY INFORMATION Pickering Village United Church 300 Church St. N., Ajax (905) 683-4721 PANCAKE SUPPER TUESDAY, FEB. 24TH Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Children/Youth Programs pvuc@pvuc.ca www.pvuc.ca & PRIMECARE MEDICAL SERVICES Westlynde Plaza, 965 Dundas St. W, Whitby, L1P 1G8 Family Practice/Walk-In Clinic ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS Hours of operation Monday, Thursday, Friday - 5:00pm - 8:30pm Tuesday and Wednesday - 10:00am - 8:00pm Saturday's - 10:00am - 3:00pm (905)217-0040 PICKERING, 2-BED- ROOM basement, apt., $800/month inclusive. Great location, Go Sta- tion/mall. Clean apt., park- ing, suits quiet adult/work- ing couple. No pets/smok- ing. First/last, references. (416)720-9031 PICKERING, Altona/Twin Rivers, bright, freshly painted 1-bdrm basement apt. Cable/internet, separ- ate entrance, parking. A/C. Close to all amenities. $675/mo inclu- sive. Immediately. No pets/smoking. 905-509- 1879, 416-930-9499. PICKERING, Liver- pool/Glennana, one bed- room basement, separate entrance, kitchen, TV room, bathroom, laundry, parking, close to amenities, no smok- ing/pets. $750/month all in- clusive. lst/last. (416)618- 6442, (905)831-0001. PICKERING, Whites/Bay- ly, large 2 bedroom base- ment apt. Parking, satel- lite, $950/inclusive. Available April 1st. Large Bachelor, $650/inclusive. Available April 1st. First/last. (905)839-9271 PICKERING: BRIGHT, spacious 2-Bdrm Walkout Bsmt Appt.in Petticoat Creek area. Separate En- trance (French Doors) to Patio-.-Full Bath-Full Kitch- en. Utilities included $950/m. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-420-4452. PORT OF NEWCASTLE, Bright Clean 2-bdrm self- contained basement. Ex- ecutive neighbourhood, steps to lake/marina. $900/month inclusive. First/last, references/credit check. Separate entrance, ensuite laundry, open con- cept kitchen/family room, cable/internet. No smok- ing/no dogs. 905-999-0530 PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Dufferin St. Newly renovat- ed spacious 2-bedrooms $835. Available immediate- ly/April 1st. Laundry/park- ing, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena/shopping. 1-800- 693-2778 RENT TO OWN 3-bed- room apt.-condo. Glenn St., Oshawa. Call Diana 905-476-4350 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 o o r. 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, $739, 3-bedroom, $989, 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 TWO GORGEOUS, newly renovated 1-bdrm apts in downtown Whitby. Sep en- trances, Excellent ac- cessibility to transit, shops, schools, minutes from 401. $750-$850+utilities. Call Antoinette (905)666-5326 UXBRIDGE - Ground fl o o r apartment for rent. 1 bed- room + 1 bathroom. Near downtown, 1 parking. $690 per month, 1st/last month. Utilities included. No dogs. Available immediately. Call 416-315-5450. VERY CUTE & clean, 2 bedroom, quiet neigh- bourhood. Main fl o o r of house, fenced yard, 1146 Valley Court Oshawa, $750/month, 1/2 utilities. May 1st. Liz (905)442- 4463 WHITBY APARTMENT, walk-out to yard and ravine, open concept, 1 bedroom, laundry, no pets/smoking. $800/inclu- sive. First/last. March 1st. Debbie, 905-743-0551. 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, 2 bedrooms from $950 - $960 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Of- fi c e hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY, NEWLY renovat- ed 2-bedroom bsmt apt., private entrance, large win- dows, quiet, desirable area, Private laundry, cable, internet, A/C. No pets/smoking. Suit single person, $950/month. March/April lst. (905)442- 5555 WHITBY- beautiful 2 bed- room main fl o o r apt. New broadloom, paint, Walk to lake, trails, Go Train, Iro- quois Sports, shopping, no pets/smoking. $910/mo+ hydro. 905-442-7202. www.viewit.ca49414 3-BEDROOM CONDO, 1-1/2 bathrooms, Pickering Parkway location, close to all amenities, balcony, parking, no pets/smoking, $1299/month, fi rst/last. (905)432-8026. LUXURY WATERFRONT Condo, Whitby. New 1- bdrm. Fully upgraded, hardwood, 6-appl, large balcony, air/heat, storage, 2-parking, jacuzzi, pool, sauna, fi t ness, security, sheltered on lake, access to private beach, walk to Go. $1400/mo inclusive. Availability fl exible. 905- 242-3381 AJAX 3-BEDROOM de- tached bungalow, large yard, on clean, quiet street, near amenities, whole house. $1070mo + utilities. (905)683-6203. AJAX Harwood/Hwy #2 three bedroom house, upper fl o o rs only, own laundry, appliances, hard- wood fl o o rs. Lots of park- ing available now, $1225/mo plus portion of utilities. Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 FARM HOUSE for rent, north Oshawa area, Call (905)655-5343 for details. AJAX, Kingston/Church, $1250/month utilities in- cluded. Beautiful bright spacious 2-bedroom main level of bungalow. Laundry included, private parking, garage. Available immedi- ately. Please call (416)277-9037 AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST- Ajax. Upper level, 4 bedrooms, 3-baths, main fl o o r laundry, garage, $1350 plus 2/3 utilities. Prefer non-smoker, no pets. 2 bedroom, basement, $900/inclusive. Dennis Morgan (416)587- 0060, (905)831-9500. BOWMANVILLE 3 bed- room bungalow, 1-1/2 baths, 5 appliances, A/C, large backyard, near mall, schools, transportation. No smoking/pets. First/last. Available March 15th. References re- quired. $1325 + utilities. (905)623-2624 BROOKLIN FARM HOUSE (ONLY) Immedi- ately. 5455 Ashburn Road Mature tenants preferred $1,000/month plus utilities (propane heat) 3 bedroom, 1 bath. Appliances not in- cluded Showing Wed. Feb.25 11am to 1pm or by appt. 905-655-4260, 905- 985-7718 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 HOUSE beauti- ful detached 2-bedroom plus offi ce bungalow, main fl o o r, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1150-inclusive. fi rst/last/ references. Immediate- ly/March 1st 905-721- 9789, 905-922-4751. 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/WHITBY BOR- DER, available March 1st. 2 bedroom house, 1 bath- room, no basement, 4 ap- pliances included. Oil heating, $900/month plus utilities. Call (905)439- 1461 between 9am-9pm. Serious inquiries only. PARK/PHILLIP MURRAY, 4-bedroom semi, nice neighborhood, clean, spa- cious, hardwood, walk out to deck, $1200/month, plus utilities. First/last. Suits working persons/family. Available March/April 1st. (905)725-4143. WHITBY 3-BDRM, 1-full bath, 2-pc ensuite & pow- der room, fi replace. Fenced yard. 1 car gar- age. Off Bassett-North. Available-now. No pets/smoking. $1275/mo plus utilities. First/last/Ref- erences. (905)430-0249. AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $999+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. BRAND NEW Tow nhouse, N/E Oshawa, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, main fl o o r laundry, Open concept, Near schools/shop- ping/transit, $1250/month plus utilities, Available March. (905)240-4204, (905)621-6754 OPEN HOUSE CAR- RIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laun- dry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.real- star.ca OPEN HOUSE TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Pri- vate backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taun- ton Rd. & Simcoe St.) As about our move-in spe- cials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca PICKERING 3-bedroom 1-1/2 baths end unit town- house, with balcony. Across from Pickering Tow n Centre. Very clean. Available March 1st. $1380/mo+ hydro. (905)839-3087. PICKERING, NEWER, LUXURY townhome. 3- bdrms. 2-full baths. Open concept, balcony, private backyard, gas/heating, c/a. New broadloom and paint. Available April 1st. $1350+utilities. Call Barrie 905-839-7496. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND- 3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bath- room townhomes, renovat- ed interior & exterior, available in friendly family- oriented complex. Immedi- ate. $1050-$1150+utilities. 2-appliances, hardwood fl o o ring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. AJAX WESTNEY HEIGHTS 1 partially furnished room. $440/monthly Cable, share facilities, non-smoker First/last required Avail. April 1st/sooner (905)686-9782 (905) 428-9114 416-710-9114 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. No smoking. (905)426-8525. LARGE CLEAN, furnished room, close to Oshawa Centre. No pets. Share kitchen & bath, ideal for working person. First/last. Phone 905-436-1420. MAIN FLOOR ROOM with large bay window, large home, near Pickering Tow n Centre, close to Kingston Rd. $450/mo. all inclusive, suits working person. 905-839-7237. 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. 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 SE AJAX AT LAKE, up- stairs, very large, fur- nished/unfurnished bed- room with en-suite bath, walk in closet, newer large upscale house. No pets, non-smoker. $150/per week. 289-314-0868. WHITBY, Rossland/Ander- son, Large newly furnished room in executive home, share kitchen and bath, non smoking gentleman preferred. Available imme- diately. Call (905)430- 2606. OSHAWA Central Park/Rossland. 1 large, clean bright room available now in quiet home. $475/inclusive. Use of house & yard. Students or professionals welcome. 905-622-6541, Susan 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 AFFORDABLE LIVING, $69,900! 2 bedroom mo- bile home completely reno- vated inside. Great loca- tion between Cobourg and Po rt Hope. 5 appliances included. Large lot, big deck. Private sale. Call for viewing (905) 885-7278. ATV-2001 YAMAHA, Wolverine, 4x4, 350 High- Perf., 5spd, semi-auto., red, front/rear racks. WARN winch-2,000lb.cap. Excellent condition. Low kms. 3900.00. + ATV Utility trailer 300.00. HIGH- LAND, Heavy duty 4x3', tilt/w removable gate. + Plow, MASTERCRAFT, 1-yr old. 300.00 Call 705- 738-4666 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. FULL-TIME LIVE-IN care- giver wanted for 2 children to start Oct. 12, 2009 in private Ajax home. Must have live-in caregiver course and college degree. $9.25/hour. Private accom- modation charge $369.42/mo. Call Charles 905-428-6589 between 9am-5pm weekdays only. Leave msg. 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 CAREGIVER re- quired for a disable lady in Ajax. Must speak Tagalog language. Must have expe- rience. Please call (416)881-7183 ask for Mauro Camaganacan. LIVE-IN CAREGIVER, full time, needed for twins, 5 years old. $9.25/hour. Please call 905-837-8600 between 9am-2pm Mon- day-Friday. THERESA IS looking for live in caregiver (for child- care) for a 13month toddler boy. Full time. Salary is $9.25/hr. Room and board $350/week. Ajax. (905)565-1854. FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com 289-404-2222 To Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, 905-668-1838 Apply on-line atApply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-Zone Canada O/A 1527619. Some down payment may be required Alexander's Music Studios 1360 Kingston Rd.Pickering (oppositeTow nCentre mall) (905)-420-6741 FREE Trial Lesson Private Lessons from $10 all instruments,voice,theory also: Performance Course with pro studio CD recording Diffi culties reading music? Progress too slow? We guarantee success S.Riches BMus,B.Ed,ARCT BRANDY'S SPA Looking for a professional spa with professional equipment and certifi ed estheticians; with home spa prices? www.brandyspa.ca Brandy 905-556-0318 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. Apartments & Flats for RentA Apartments & Flats for RentA Condominiums for RentC Houses for Rent Houses for Rent Townhouses for RentT Townhouses for RentT Rooms for Rent & WantedR Daycare Available Rooms for Rent & WantedR Shared Accommodation Vacation Properties Mobile Homes & ParkM Recreational VehiclesR Nannies Live-in/out Daycare Available Nannies Live-in/out Places of Worship Health & Homecare Daycare Available Music & Dance Instruction Places of Worship Health & Homecare Cars for Sale Places of Worship Esthetics/Beauty ServicesE Articles for SaleA Cars for Sale Places of Worship Cars for Sale Places of Worship Cars for Sale GAGNE, Cecile - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 18, 2009 at the Rouge Valley Health System in her 93rd year. Pre- deceased by husband Lucien "Frenchie." Dear mother of Jeanette McGinnis. Loving grandmother of April Cullen, Kelly McGinnis (Brenda), and Nancy (Chris Collie); and great-grandmother of Jesse, Brett, Amanda, Cole, Carys and Kaia. Cecile was a resident of Ajax for 66 years and enjoyed cards and crafts at the Ajax Seniors Centre. She was also active in the Red Cross Blood Clinic for many years. Family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax), 905- 428-8488 on Wednesday February 25, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass to take place on Thursday February 26, 2009 at St. Bernadette's Roman Catholic Church (21 Bayly Street, Ajax) at 10:30 a.m. Cremation. In lieu of fl owers, should family and friends so desire donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Deaths Deaths MOVING SALE Sat. & Sun. Feb 21 & 22, 10am-2pm 572 Dahlia Cres. (Toneyvale/Rosebank S.) Piano, dining room set, couches & chairs, captains bed, student desk, computer desk, TV cabinet, weight bench, lawn mower, aquarium, bird cages A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 20, 2009 newsdurhamregion.com Garage/Yard SalesG Garage/Yard SalesG SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 To pla ce your Apartment for Rent call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. 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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. 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 CORNER CURIO cabinet, 4-glass adjustable shelves. Cherry wood/with display light. $250. Other house hold items available. (905)492-2015. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca 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 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. 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- qualitycountertops@hot- mail.com POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 SCOOTERS, (2) Flyer $600 and Optimax $1200, New batteries w/charger, very good condition. Best 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. 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. Lo- cated 2 minutes off 401 between Oshawa & Bowmanville Call 905-436- 1024 www.courticefl ea- market.com BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN re- triever puppies. Experi- enced breeder since 1967. First shots, dewormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guarantee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303, Al 1-705-632-1187 BEAUTIFUL Goldendoo- dle babies, 1 girl, 4 boys with gorgeous, extremely low shed, silky coats. Great family pets. Cal 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS. CKC registered, vet checked, tattooed, de- wormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. MANCHESTER TERRIER (Toy) CKC registered, fe- male, all shots, dewormed, micro-chipped. 7-months, very sweet. Call (905)243- 5996. '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. Great stu- dent car. $1500obo. Can throw in sub-woofers. (905)706-3517, or (905)697-6405, ask for Mike. 1996 FORD PROBE GT, 152K, $2999. 1997 Fire- bird, 167K, $4999. 1998 Honda Prelude, 145K, $4999. 1999 Concord, 139K, $2999. 1996 GMC 2500 4x4, 6.5 Turbo Deisle Pick-up, $5499. Others from $1499 up. Certifi ed & e-tested, free 6 month war- ranty. (Kelly & Sons Since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www.kel- lyandsons auto.com 1999 HYUNDAI TIBURON 4 cyl/DOHC 5 speed/stan- dard red, clean, exc. condi- tion pw, power side mir- rors, power sunroof, cruise, a/c cooooold, fun to drive cert/e-tested, $2800 905-435-1091 905- 579-3322 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 2006 PONTIAC G6. Take over remaining lease. 4-door, grey, runs great! Call Jim (905)718-6136. 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 ! ! $ ! 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 ! !!$ WHITTLE SCRAP Solutions. We pay cash for all your unwanted scrap! Automobiles and scrap metal. Fast free pickup. Available 24/7 at 905-431- 1808. ! 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. Mi- nor repairs. (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 Fast 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 BUSTY BLONDE BEAUTY Sexy for gents. 905-999-6203 PICKERING Busty Blonde & Blue-eyed Upscale Discreet *Winter Special* No private calls Appointment 416-557-6434 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 No Session Fee Ultimate Special 231-0272 Ajax, 10-10 Vendors WantedV Articles for SaleA Vendors WantedV Articles for SaleA Articles for SaleA Pets, Supplies, Boarding Cars for Sale Cars WantedC Adult Entertainment MassagesM MassagesM OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 SPECIAL $30 PICKERING SPA V.I.P. Rooms New Bevy of Beauties Excellent Service 1050 Brock Rd. S. Unit 25 (905)831-3188 This Coupon Entitles The Bearer Coupon must be presented at time of purchase Expires: A Savings of $2250 per issue * Maximum 2 issues at half price DURHAM REGION MEDIA GROUP to 50% OFF The Cost of A Classified Home Improvement Ad In ONE of these Papers: March 29/09 COUNTERTOP NEED REPLACING? • FREE ESTIMATES • INSTALLATIONS Scarborough Countertops (416) 299-7144 FACTORY PRICES Home Restoration Services Brick & Block Repairs • Chimney & Tuck Pointing Window & Door Caulking • Step & Walkway Repairs Retaining Wall Repair • Concrete Repairs Cement Finishing • Complete Home Reno’s 289.200.0826 Call Dan for a FREE Estimate 905.436.9823 or Cell: 905.243.1459 Interiors / Exterior • Commercial / Residential Over 25 Years Experience • Competitive Prices GARAGE DOOR: New garage door $500 and up. Service and repairman. Opener installed. Reliable & professional. Excellent prices. www.22home.ca 416.268.6088 ATTENTION TO DETAIL CONTRACTING Complete Basements, Bathrooms & Kitchens Crown Moulding Baseboards & Doors Interior Tiling, Hardwood & Laminate Flooring 905-621-0815 C.H.I.P Custom Home Improvement Plus Professional, Experienced, Reliable Complete basement apts & recrooms, kitchen counters, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, general repairs, laminate fl oors, garage door openers, For Free Estimates 905-837-3225 Flooring Sales & Installation • Carpet • Hardwood • Laminate • Ceramic Tiles • Vinyl Floors Call Dave 416-303-4629 DOORS "R" US NEW GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (WE INSTALL), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. Sales, Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 HANDI-MAX For ALL small Household jobs, Painting & Pressure spraying Certifi ed Home Inspection Call Brian (905)231-9674 (905)706-7333 PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 Mr. Do - It - All Interior/Exterior Renovations Plumbing & Electrical All Odd Jobs Tree Trim/Removal Fences & Decks Free Estimates 15% Senior Discount Call Shawn (416) 996-1818 No Job is too small Basement & Bathroom renovations Decks & Fencing Let me help you get rid of your TO-DO Lists For an estimate call Ian at 416-606-0195 PLUMBING REPAIRS from leaky faucets to complete bathroom renovations. Free Estimates 905-426-2198 Specializing in: Framing Drywall Installation Drywall Taping & Finishing Brian Wallace: 905-925-4074 qualitydrywall.ca Exceptional results. Real value. The Quality Difference. Quality Home Care Professional Renovations Custom Installed Kitchens & Bathrooms Complete Basements All Flooring Types Fencing & Decks Tile & Paint 15% tax credit available All Work Guaranteed (905)434-5706 SIMPCO IMPROVE- MENTS Specializing in a variety of Home Improvements & Custom Renovations (905) 426-9383 (905) 442-3742 A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 AFFORDABLE PAINTING Get ready for Spring with a fresh coat of paint! ● Seniors discounts ● Free estimates ● Great work ● Low prices Ask for "JJ" 416-523-6384 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative fi nishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor. 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Experienced and Reliable with references excellent rates Call 905-428-3576 LIL' Lisas House Cleaning Affordable & Reliable Free Estimates (905)427-7899 HARDWOOD FLOOR SPECIALIST Hardwood & Laminate Installations Sanding, staining, & fi nishing of old fl oors 20 years experience Call John (905) 655-3492 (416) 220-4768 TAX PREPARATION Personal taxes prepared by a professional accountant. Corporate Accounting, computerized bookkeeping, tax recovery from US tax casino winnings. Call JUDY KUKSIS CGA 905-426-2900 Home Improvement Home Improvement Home Improvement Home Improvement Home Improvement Home Improvement Garbage Removal/Hauling Painting & Decorating Moving & Storage Moving & Storage House Cleaning Flooring, CarpetingF Tax & FinancialT NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 20, 2009, PAGE 27 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Service Directory TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 WE WANT YOUR TRADE, ALL MAKES,,ALL MODELS, ALLALL YEARS! NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST. W.1-888-527-4929 << SALES HOTLINE ronb@villagechrysler.ca VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “Thinking like a customer” BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? CALL MIKE / ASHLEY 1-888-565-0555 NO FEAR RON IS HERE • NO CREDIT? SLOW CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? CALL RON 1-888-542-5829 (AT MONARCH AVE.) Sale prices are plus GST, PST, etching, safety, admin., e-test, lock wheels and PDE. 0% fi nancing for 12 months based on regular selling price OAC. Bank fi nancing interest applicable on 6 months no payment offer. See us for details. *We are an authorized dealer for Walkaway Insurance. See dealer for complete details. v V ILLAGE CHRYSLER ‘04 Dodge Dakota 2 Y E A R 2 YEAR Maintenance Package $14,988 Fully loaded Stk# T8939A1 $$10,98810,988 NOW!!! ‘06 Kia Spectra $14,988 4 Door, Wagon, Aito, A/C Stk# V214 $$9,9889,988 NOW!!! ‘05 Volkswagen Golf $19,888 Auto, A/C, 4 Dr., Hartchback, Diesel Stk# T9189A $$14,88814,888 NOW!!! ‘05 Chyrsler Crossfire $21,888 2 Door Coupe, Fully Loaded. Stk# V380 $$18,88818,888 NOW!!! $$750 o f f 750 off Extended Warranty ‘06 Honda Civic EX $18,488 2 door coupe, fully loaded. Stk# V370 $$1515,,488488 NOW!!! ‘08 Chevrolet Cobalt $13,888 Auto, A/C, 4 Dr., Hatchback Stk# V482 $$10,88810,888 NOW!!! ‘07 Dodge Sprinter 2500 $45,988 Deisel Stk# U310 $$37,88837,888 NOW!!! ‘99 Chrysler LHS $9,888 Auto, A/C, Leather, Sunroof, Low kms. Stk# V415A $$5,9885,988 NOW!!!$32,888 V6, Auto, Pwr Doors, Rear A/C. Sunroof Stk# P523 $$25,88825,888 NOW!!! ‘08 Chrysler Town & Country ‘07 Dodge Grand Caravan $19,988 Sto’N’Go, 7 Pass., Rear A/C & Heat Stk# P531 $$12,98812,988 NOW!!! NO P A Y M E N T S NO PAYMENTS for 6 Months ‘05 Dodge Durango 4x4 $25,987 Auto, A/C, Leather, Sunroof Stk# US9630A $$1717,,988988 NOW!!! FREEFREE Rust Proofing or Undercoating ‘07 Chyrsler Pacifica Touring $21,888 Auto, A/C, 6 passenger, low low km Stk# U9831 $$17,88817,888 NOW!!! ‘08 Dodge Charger SXT $29,888 Auto, A/C, Power Group, 3.6L Stk# P524 $$1616,,998998 NOW!!! ‘08 Dodge PT Cruiser $18,888 Auto, A/C, Power Group. Stk# P427 $$12,88812,888 NOW!!! Only Auto, A/C, 7 Pass. Stk# P182 ‘04 Dodge Grand Caravan 47,000 kms. 00%% Interest OAC or or or or Years of35OverOver We think that says it all RReliabilityeliability durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 20, 2009