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SOME ARGUE SERVICES PUSHED AWAY FROM DURHAM BY JENNIFER STONE jstone@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- It covers an area that stretches “from Victoria Park to Algonquin Park”, but for Durham residents, as far as health services go, it’s considered “local.” The Central East Local Health Integration Net- work (CE-LHIN) is part of a system of 14 such bodies across the province. They were created by the Province to co-ordinate and fund health care at a more local level. But some within the health care sector worry that the co-ordination and cen- tralization of services the CE-LHIN is mandated to work toward could, in fact, push services fur- ther away from Durham residents. The Central East body “is one of the largest LHINs,” Tariq Asmi, of the Growing Communi- ties Health Care Alliance (GCHA), said. “It goes from Victoria Park to Algonquin Park.” The CE-LHIN covers all of Durham Region, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton Highlands and Peterborough County, as well as part of Nor- See CENTRAL page 2 CRIME 3 Suspect in custody Pickering teen in court after two dead in Ajax POLITICS 5 Raising a stink Pickering residents fight big pipe EDUCATION 7 School Days Pickering’s Sir John A in the spotlight Trafalgar Castle School Success. For Life. 401 Reynolds Street, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 3W9 905 668-3358 www.castle-ed.com Trafalgar Castle School’s Drama students brought the story of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy to life as they recreated the timeless story of Little Women for this year’s Theatre Production. Pictured above are Christine Oliveira as Aunt March, Summer Danakas as Meg and Alexandra Logan as Laurie. 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Gently used clothing & household goods New Starts From The Hearts 566 Kingston Road, Ajax • 905-683-4600 Visit us online at: www.newstarts.org Store Hours: Wed. - Sat. 10 am - 6pm A second hand store to benefi t the women & children served by Herizon House woman’s shelter. thumberland and a sliver of Toron- to’s east end. It receives funds from the Province, and, its mandate is to divvy up the money across its enormous geography, according to local needs. The geography of the LHIN may actually be partially masking a problem that, even when some- what obscured by averages, is quite evident, said Mr. Asmi, whose orga- nization represents 17 acute-care community hospitals and mental health facilities, including those in Durham. Its board of direc- tors is made up of hospital CEOs and board chairmen. The GCHA, based on an audit done by Price- waterhouse Coopers, suggests residents in the CE-LHIN receive “$194 less per resident (in annual health care funding) than the rest of Ontario.” That’s when areas not experiencing population growth, or even decreasing in size, are fac- tored in. “The numbers we talk about actually underestimate the pres- sures in hospitals like Lakeridge and Ajax-Pickering,” since they are averaged with low- or no-growth areas, Mr. Asmi said. The Province recently attempted to address the problem, provid- ing $100 million over four years for hospitals in Ontario’s fastest growing communities. Of that, the CE-LHIN got $4.5 million and his calculations indicate Lakeridge should have received $3 million of it, Mr. Asmi said. “Unfortunately, when it came to distribution of the money, the LHIN came up with their own for- mula, so Lakeridge received about $900,000,” Mr. Asmi said. Receiving the $3 million would have gone a long way to help Lak- eridge deal with its $10.8 million, and growing, deficit, he noted. “We have to acknowledge the government’s commitment,” Mr. Asmi said. “But, there’s been an issue with the execution. A lot of communities that are low-growth or not growing received money. This was meant for growth.” The money was allocated across the CE-LHIN as a “system,” said the agency’s CEO Deborah Ham- mons. “We are treating our LHIN as one acute-care network,” she said. “The growth spending was spent along those lines, treating all of our hospitals as a system.” The money given to Lakeridge was earmarked by the LHIN spe- cifically for a stroke program, a need the LHIN felt was “extremely important to address,” Ms. Ham- mons said. The CE-LHIN recently released its Clinical Services Plan, which centralized a number of types of treatment, such as vascular and thoracic surgeries. The plan also hinted at a number of other clini- cal services, including emergency rooms, which could see the same strategy undertaken in future. It’s meant to ensure residents across the LHIN can access servic- es, Lakeridge Health Corporation CEO Kevin Empey said. “The LHIN is trying to do a fun- damental thing to help all of the residents -- equalization of access,” he said. That’s fine, unless it means peo- ple wind up with less than they had before, Durham MPP John O’Toole said. He is part of a large group, including many Claring- ton doctors, concerned about con- tinuation of acute care services at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville - - including the ER, which doctors have said is currently at risk. “I would be opposed to the regionalization of health when it meant diminishment of services in a community,” Mr. O’Toole said. Community input on the Clinical Services Plan will help determine how residents feel about central- ization, Ms. Hammons said. “We’ll find out what people have to say about that when we get their feedback,” she said, noting the LHIN and its hospitals are in the midst of speaking to hospital boards about the plan. Legislation stipulates Lakeridge Health cannot cut clinical services without permission from the CE- LHIN. LHINs were put in place to ensure local interests were protect- ed, said Steve Erwin, a spokesman for Ontario Health Minister David Caplan. “There used to be complaints that decisions came from a per- son at a desk at Queen’s Park,” Mr. Erwin said. Putting the 14 LHINs in place was meant to ensure decisions were made closer to where the needs existed, he said. Increasing the number of LHINs to make them smaller would just create another level of bureaucracy, he added. Central East body is ‘one of the largest LHINs’ CENTRAL from page 1 newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20092 P newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20093 AP We’re c ommitted to the environment DURHAM -- Let us know if you’ve heard this one: What is black and white, and red all over? A newspaper, of course. But with today’s switch to a shorter page size, we can change the question a bit. What is black and white and green, and read all over? This very newspaper you’re holding in your hands, to be exact. With a new page design and modular advertising format being introduced to the newspa- pers published by the Metroland Durham Region Media Group, one thing remains constant -- our commitment to the environ- ment. Our company prints exclusive- ly on post-consumer newsprint. Of this fact, we’re very proud. By printing each of our com- munity newspapers on recycled paper, we’re doing our part to be conscious of our impact on the planet. Often criticized for lack of concern for the environment, the newspaper industry has had to adjust with the times. We’re proud to be ahead of the curve. But what impact does printing on recycled paper have on the environment? This may help to put things in perspective. For every one ton of recycled newsprint -- versus vir- gin newsprint -- we use, we: • Save 17 trees. • Save enough energy to power an average home for six months. • Save 31,780 litres of water. • Create 75 per cent less air pollution. • Eliminate three cubic metres of landfill material. There is an added cost to the company to print on recycled paper, but we strongly believe you can’t put a price on playing a role to help preserve our plan- et. The new, easier-to-handle newspaper you hold in your hands today is also using less paper and that translates into other savings, including less waste in the bleaching process to create the tons of recycled newsprint that runs through our presses each week. Less newsprint also saves fuel and emissions in the transporta- tion process between recycling stations, pulp mills, our press and your home. As your community newspa- per, we are committed to bring- ing you stories that have an impact on your day-to-day lives, and that’s why we’re sharing this information with you. We’re all in this together. ENVIRONMENT New size means News Advertiser is greener than ever CRIME Accused in Ajax clash remains in custody Two Toronto teens killed by van BY JEFF MITCHELL jmitchell@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- A young man arrested after two youths were struck and killed by a vehicle during a melee Friday in Ajax remains in custody following a brief court appearance Mon- day. The frightened-looking 17- year-old Pickering boy said little when he appeared in an Oshawa court. His lawyer, Kath- ryn Wells, requested his case be held over. The youth, whose identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was arrest- ed Friday following a chaotic confrontation among several young people in Ajax that left two Toronto teens, aged 15 and 17, dead. Police said the teens were run down by a vehicle after a clash among youths from Durham and Scarborough at Hermit- age Park, in the Church Street and Hwy. 2 area, spilled onto Griffiths Drive Friday after- noon. Sources say the clash was pre- arranged and the dispute arose from comments flowing back and forth on online forums. A physical confrontation led to the stabbing of one youth, who was treated at hospital and will recover. Two Toronto males were struck by a van that then went out of control and sheared off a tree before coming to rest against a utility box. The boys were rushed to hospital but succumbed to their injuries. Shortly after the incident, Durham cops arrested the alleged driver of the van. He’s charged with two counts each of criminal negligence causing death, dangerous driving caus- ing death and failing to remain at the scene of an accident. The young man was led into an Oshawa bail court shortly before noon Monday, wearing a black winter coat and jeans. The slightly-built young man was barely audible when Jus- tice of the Peace Jack Le Blanc asked him for his name and birth date. At Ms. Wells’s request, the JP ordered the young man held over for a bail hearing March 18. MICHAEL JURYSTA PHOTO The remnants of a tree lay on Griffiths Drive after it was struck by a van last Friday. Two Toronto teens later died from their injuries after being run down by the van. Below, Durham Regional Police officers canvas the neighbourhood. newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20094 AP Continuing Education Motorcycle Information Session Do you have questions about motorcycling and want to talk to an expert who has the answers? Join us to discuss topics such as graduated licensing, appropriate riding gear, types of motorcycles and scooters, insurance, and training courses offered at Durham College. A senior instructor from the Canada Safety Council Motorcycle Training Program will lead the 1 hour session. Session is free; registration is required. Call 905.721.3000 to register. Motorcycle Information Session Course Code: SPRT 1959 March 11 or April 15 Wednesday, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Whitby Campus, 1610 Champlain Avenue www.durhamcollege.ca/coned | 905.721.3330 Hearing stories may give others ‘courage’ BY KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- In 2007, Durham Regional Police arrested a man and charged him with three counts of sex assault stemming from inci- dents that allegedly happened in the 1970s and 1980s. After the man was charged, three more women came forward to say they were also molested by a man. Erin Kuri, an adult counsellor with the Oshawa-Durham Rape Crisis Centre, said it’s possible the laying of historic sex assault charg- es could spur a victim to come for- ward. Hearing of other women coming forward may “give them the cour- age” to reveal an incident, Ms. Kuri said. Some women may suppress a past assault, she added. “It depends, if it happened a long time ago. They want to forget about it. They’ll focus on their life, they may have a family. They don’t want to focus on it (past abuse). “To come forward, they have to do it,” she said. “To come forward, it takes a lot of courage. They’re not willing to live their life in suffering anymore. To disclose it is better than what they’re dealing with.” A woman could be dealing with depression, anxiety or flash- backs, she said. “It’s different for everybody,” she said, noting some women may just be hitting the right time “in their lives to deal with something emotionally.” Perhaps their children have grown up or they’ve heard some- thing that would get them to come forward. “Maybe their children or grand- children are the same age as they were when they were abused. It could be something in the news or they’ve just gotten to a point in their lives where they are ready to change their life,” Ms. Kuri said. “They’re ready to do something proactive.” Each year, the centre holds a Take Back the Night event, with victims speaking. A woman may hear a “survivor tell her story” and that will spur the woman to come for- ward, she said. “They’ll feel less isolated. It does give them courage to hear women fighting.” Sometimes, a woman may feel they wouldn’t be believed, she said. “Over the years, sex abuse has become less stigmatized. It’s still stigmatized” but less so, she said. “Now they’ll come forward, they’re more willing. They know it’s not their fault,” said Ms. Kuri. CRIME Laying sex assault charges could mean more victims come forward Page 6 - Today’s editorial AJAX -- Women across Dur- ham are invited to celebrate International Women’s Day at the McLean Community Cen- tre in Ajax. This year’s theme, “Celebrat- ing your inner goddess”, signi- fies women’s rights, empow- erment, freedom and achieve- ments. To celebrate the day, many free activities will be avail- able for women and children, including make-up application, manicures, drumming, belly dancing and face painting. The celebration will run from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 8 at the community centre, 95 Magill Dr., Ajax. For more informa- tion call the Women’s Multicul- tural Resource and Counselling Centre of Durham at 905-427- 7849 or The Denise House at 905-728-7311. Celebrate your inner goddess at Women’s Day event in Ajax “To come forward, it takes a lot of cour- age.” -- Erin Kuri, adult counsellor, Oshawa-Durham Rape Crisis Centre “ newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20095 965 Dundas St. W. Unit #201 (West Lynde Plaza) 905-665-3150 WHITBYWHITBYMARKHAMMARKHAM 905-294-1001 5762 Hwy 7 Unit #203A (Upstairs of No Frills) PICKERINGPICKERING 905-831-6464 1050 Brock Rd. Unit #10 (South of 401) 416-282-0160 8130 Sheppard Ave. E. 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March 6th, 2009 AP BY REKA SZEKELY rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Pickering residents came out en masse to last week’s regional works committee meeting to protest a proposed sewage odour control facility (OCF) slated for their community. At least 75 people turned out to the standing-room-only meeting, where more 40 people spoke in opposition to the OCF, which is to service an expansion to the York Durham Sewer System. The system brings sewage from York through Durham to be treated at the Duffin’s Creek sewage plant. An expansion would allow for future growth in York. Resistance against the OCF has now spread beyond the Cherrywood West sub- division, which is 300 metres north of the proposed site, located in the hydro corri- dor north of Altona Road and Finch Ave- nue. Residents’ main concerns are being unable to enjoy their properties because of bad odours emanating from the OCF and a drop in property values. Some also expressed health concerns. Rick Nicolussi’s presentation drew the most attention. On Family Day, he drove up to see an Ottawa OCF. There had been talk of an organized field trip for a group of residents to see that OCF to assuage their fears. However, what Mr. Nicolussi saw made him even more nervous. He said the odour was so bad, he had to hold his breath, run up to take a photo of the filter, which is out in the open, and run back. “I could not remain close to the facility for any amount of time.” Mr. Nicolussi also talked to a nearby neighbour. “(He said) that facility stinks continually, we can no longer open our windows for fresh air ... as a result of the odours we’ll be moving soon.” Another man reported sometimes the stink is so bad, it burns the eyes. Regional councillors wanted to know if York and Durham were going to use the same biofilter as Ottawa. Staff confirmed Ottawa is using a biofil- ter; however, the Pickering facility would have an enclosed biofilter and it would have an additional carbon filter to further reduce odours. Pickering councillors at the meeting joined the residents in argu- ing that the OCF should be located in York. However, that would add between $65 million and $125 million to sewer expan- sion. Consultants also argued it would have more impact on the environment. Ultimately, councillors chose to allow the environmental assessment to proceed. Regional Chairman Roger Anderson requested a list of facilities that use com- parable odour technologies and asked staff and works committee members to investigate the sites before the next works committee meeting. POLITICS Residents raise a stink over odour control plant LAURA STANLEY PHOTO It was standing room only for the nearly 75 people who turned out for the Durham Region’s works committee meeting about a proposed odour control facility in Pickering. 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All content copyright WE THINK... email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com Editorial Opinions e-mail letters to newsroom@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, city of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com LIGHTS Pickering street lights shouldn’t be on day and night To the editor: For the past month or longer, there have been two street lights on 24/7. Another has the shield that holds the bulb hanging open. I first spoke to a Veridian employee who told me I have to contact the City of Pickering who in turn would contact them. I called the City (customer service) and they asked for my name, address and phone number, which I gave them. I told them the problem and was informed I should get a pole number after giving them street names and approximate locations. I then contacted Councillor Doug Dick- erson. He thanked me for calling and stat- ed, “I am on the Veridian board and I will take care of it.” I also spoke to Councillor Bill McLean regarding this issue and guess what, the lights are still on, but no one is home. With these street lights being on 24/7 will it not affect how much I have to pay for hydro? Harry Selby Pickering ENVIRONMENT Green roofs control storm water To the editor: As urban areas continue to expand, storm-water runoff has become a concern that cannot be taken lightly. Newly built housing developments and commercial spaces typically result in a reduction of green space and an over- abundance of concrete. Green spaces are not just pretty to look at; they also play a critical role in the absorption of heavy storm water. On the positive side, there are ways to help prevent storm-water runoff in urban areas. Green roofs are an excellent choice. They are beautiful to look at and extreme- ly beneficial in the absorption of storm water. After a storm a green roof will hold the majority of the rainfall, allowing small amounts to run off. Green roofs can reduce 60 to 70 per cent of storm-water runoff, which will help prevent floods and sewer backups during major storm events. However, green roofs also have a dis- advantage. The roof must have adequate reinforcement due to the weight of the soil, plants and the amount of storm water the roof will incur. The advantages certainly outweigh the disadvantages. With this in mind, new con- struction should take into consideration the benefits and start using green roof technology. Tyler Jardim Pickering STUDENT Reader sides with student in GO incident To the editor: Re: Pickering student wants apology from GO bus driver, Feb. 23 I agree 100 per cent with the student. She showed her ticket after boarding, but was ejected from the bus in tears, by the driver, who said “Get off my bus.” I was not aware drivers owned the bus they drive. If the driver had a daughter who was left at the side of the road, he would scream bloody murder. By purchasing a student pass, there is an assumed contract between GO Transit and the rider. In my opinion GO Transit has breached that contract. GO Transit is a publicly funded corpora- tion. It exists to provide a service in return for payment via the ticket in a safe, clean, courteous manner. I would expect GO Transit would have this driver polish his people skills and offer an apology. After all, we are the customer. Rick Foster Whitby e-mail letters to newsroom@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, city of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com It’s surely every parent’s worst night- mare: to hear that someone in authority has been charged with committing a sex- ual assault on their child. Recently, there has been a rash of such reports in Durham: Pierre St. Germain, 44, of Newcastle, an Oshawa hockey coach, is charged in connection with a sexual exploitation complaint involving a female player; a 34-year-old Bowmanville woman who teaches in Whitby is charged with sexual assault and sexual exploita- tion involving a 14-year-old boy, after a woman and the boy were found engaged in a sex act by officers patrolling rural Clarington. Most recently, private music teacher Allen Curtis, 41, of Oxford Street, Oshawa, is alleged to have committed sexual offences against three girls, aged 14 to 16, on separate occasions. It should be noted none of the allega- tions in these incidents has been proven in court. But for the parents and their children, the damage has been done and the trust between an authority figure and their child has been broken. The pain must be excruciating for the families involved. Their world is irrevocably altered and the belief that their child should be safe whenever he or she signs up for music, sports or any other activity has taken a mortal hit. For all parents exposed to sto- ries like these questions abound. They have natural concerns about who to con- fide in, where to turn to. The experts say that hearing the stories of those who have suffered sexual assault may give others the courage to come for- ward. In other words, repeat sexual assault offenders may finally be brought to jus- tice because someone has come forward and reported an assault. At that time, people who have suffered assaults in the past may decide it is time they came forward to deal with their own wounds. In the case of Mr. Curtis, as the inves- tigation of the latest alleged assault took place, two other girls came forward with allegations they were touched by the man inappropriately between January 2005 and September 2008. For parents, the key element is to be vigilant and to keep the lines of commu- nication open with their children. Ask questions. Make sure the person in authority keeps the relationship on a professional level. Parents should keep a close eye on coaches, teachers and instructors. Make sure such people in authority are certified and have had police checks. And be certain you are comfortable at all times that your child is safe and secure. That’s all that really matters. Be vigilant when your child is with an authority figure newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20096 P newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20097 AP Site is one of the older, but cooler ones around BY TERRELL SPENCER Sir John A. Macdonald is defi- nitely one of the older schools around, but it is definitely the coolest one. It might not have new shiny floor tiles or new desks, but it is definitely a school with lots of excitement. Firstly, our teachers are awesome! We are lucky to have French- and English-speaking teachers. Also, they’re awesome because they aren’t so strict. For example, my teacher, Mlle Saati, isn’t strict, she’s just firm and fun. She loves to do fun science experiments and always has something interesting to say. All the teachers are organized and are fun to play with. When we kids get too rough, the teachers explain to us our wrong actions and then we don’t do it again. The work at our school isn’t too hard, or too easy. If I don’t under- stand something, they are there for us. At our school, we have a tutor- ing program after school that helps us with things we don’t under- stand. Secondly, our school has a lot of activities, like Junior S.T.A.R. (Students Together Against Rac- ism). This is a program that teach- es us about racism and how to be leaders. We had our whole school get involved in something called diver- sity dolls. Every student worked on decorating a doll that showed dif- ferent students’ ethnicity and cul- ture. The dolls are awesome and I think everyone needs to come to our school and see them. We also have many sports teams like soccer, floor hockey, volleyball, basketball and folk dancing. I was on the soccer team for two years in a row. It was so much fun hav- ing Mr. Cain and Mr. Naud as our coach. They were always helping us to work on our skills and teaching us good sportsmanship. Something new is happening at Sir John, we are becoming an ECO school. I think this is an awesome program. The ECO team goes into each class to see how good that class is at conserving energy and recycling. One of our school goals is the boomerang lunch, which means that we have to take the gar- bage from our lunches back home so our parents can place it in the compost bins. I really can’t wait until summer because I get to play soccer all day with my friends and spend time with the family, but the sad part is that I miss my friends at school and miss all the cool people who take care of us and who try to make our school a better place! Terrell Spencer is a student in Grade 5 French Immersion. Mike Johnston Managing Editor mjohnston@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.com Public school was the first in Pickering to offer French immersion PICKERING -- Sir John A. Mac- donald Public School was estab- lished June 26, 1965. The school received its name from the first prime minister of Canada, Sir John Alexander Mac- donald. It was Vincent Massey, who at that time was governor general, who opened our school. The very first principal at Sir John A. was Mr. Rudy Hubert. The school underwent many changes. For example, the library was built as an extension to the school in the 1970s. Moreover, the gym portion was added in the ’80s. It was Lennis Trotter who was the architect for our large gym. In 1977, Sir John A. Macdonald was the first school in Pickering to offer French immersion. Stu- dents were travelling from all over Pickering in order to come to this school. This was an exciting change for students, parents and staff members. Soon after, under the adminis- tration of John Hamilton and Brad Savard, the school celebrated the 50th anniversary of the school foundation. All the students and staff members participated and co-ordinated an assembly for this joyous occasion. SIR JOHN A. MACDONALD PUBLIC SCHOOL Awesomeness rules day JASON LIEBREGTS/METROLAND PICKERING -- Sir John A. Macdonald Public School is big on promoting eco-friendly issues. Some members of the school’s eco team are, clockwise from top left, Sara Call, Madison Johnston, Erika Martin, Choniece Cyrus, Olivia Joseph, Julia Rolling and Reanne Bremner. Language no barrier at Sir. John A. Macdonald Sir John A. Macdonald Public School in Pickering. Fast facts: Address: 777 Balaton Ave. Pickering Phone number: 905-839-1159 School DaysDays ““The work at our school isn’t too hard, or too easy. If I don’t understand something, they are there for us. Terrell Spencer newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20098 P Residents and businesses are advised that Finch Avenue, from Rosefield Road to Brock Road, in the City of Pickering will be closed for utility and infrastructure location investigation, as detailed below. Road closure WHERE:Finch Avenue from Rosefield Road to Brock Road, City of Pickering WHEN:March 14 to March 21, 2009 WHY:To determine underground utility and infrastructure locations in support of the proposed Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer project. NOTE:Local access only during this closure. Detour routes will be posted to direct traffic accordingly. The investigative work is to assist the design of the proposed project to increase capacity of the Southeast Collector Trunk sewer, crossing both Regional (York/Durham) and local municipal boundaries (Pickering/Markham). Please note that unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. Local area residents will have access to their driveways whenever possible, however significant traffic delays should be expected for the duration of the investigation. Residents are asked to exercise additional caution for the safety of the workers. We realize that the road closure will be disruptive to you, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding in this regard. For questions, please contact one of the following project team members. Project information is posted on the Regional Municipality of Durham’s website as noted below. (www.durham.ca/studiesandprojects) David Nagy Alvaro Baca Regional Municipality of Durham Regional Municipality of York 905-668-7711 ext. 3497 905-830-4444 ext. 5091 david.nagy@durham.ca alvaro.baca@york.ca WORKS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE ROAD CLOSURES The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby ON L1N 6A3 Telephone 905-668-7711 or 1-800-372-1102 www.durham.ca Utility and infrastructure location investigation at Finch Avenue, City of Pickering Meet t h e Meet the EasterEaster BunnyBunny 10am-noon10am-noon FREEFREE show s show s 2009 www.HelpWeve G o t Kid s.c om $4,000 in coupons 2,0 0 0 + listings 384 pages Products, Services, Activit ies & Programs for Kids & Babi e s GTA’s Complete Children’s R esou r ce D ir ec t o r y Covering Oakville to Pickering &Newma r k e t t o th e L a k e Elisa Morton Palter Shari Wert A n n u a l E d it io n1th ONLY $795 FREEFREE loot b a g s loot bags &&resourceresource directorydirectory (first 500only) (fi rst 500 o n l y ) FREEFREE seminarsseminars FREEFREE faceface paintingpainting adultsadults $$55 kidskids FREEFREE grea t grea t shop p i n g shop p i n g For more information, visit: www.showsdurhamregion.com Saturday, April 11, 2009Saturday, April 11, 2009 9am - 4pm9am - 4pm Ajax Convention CentreAjax Convention Centre 550 Beck Crescent, Ajax550 Beck Crescent, Ajax Enter t o Enter to WINWIN a3foota 3 foot chocolate chocolate Easter B u n n y Easter Bunny The #1 formula of choice in hospitals 24/7 LOCAL BREAKING NEWS, SPORTS, PHOTOS, VIDEO AND WEATHER FROM AROUND DURHAM REGION ALL DAY, EVERY DAY>>newsdurhamregion.comJASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND Keep peeling Josiah Bowman, left, and Mitchell Fancey grate and peel potatoes for potato pancakes as Sir John A. Macdonald Public School. Grade 1 and 2 students learned measuring and math in a tasty way. PICKERING -- Located right off Hwy. 7, the Pickering Museum Village’s (PMV) PA Day Heri- tage Camp just might be what parents have been looking for. The camp provides games, crafts and themed activities for kids on this year’s Professional Activity days. Activities will include: mak- ing hot chocolate, popping corn over an open fire, a winter hike, games and crafts with a winter nature theme. It will run from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and is $32 per child. If par- ents wish, they can make use of the extend-a-camp option for an additional $32. This allows parents to drop their children off as early as 7 a.m. and pick them up as late as 6 p.m. Children must be dropped off and picked up at PMV (2356 Concession Rd. #6), which is off Hwy. 7, and three kilometres east of Hwy. 407. Space is limited. Call 905-420- 4621 or visit cityofpickering. com to register. Head to the village on PA days newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 20099 P Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 Direct Access 905.420.4660 TTY Access 905.420.1739 cityofpickering.com ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME Mar. 4 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Mar. 5 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm Mar. 9 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Mar. 19 Waterfront Coordinating Committee 7:00 pm Mar. 23 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Mar. 25 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Mar. 25 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm Mar. 26 Library Board - Central 7:00 pm All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. Proposed Sign By-law Fire Safety information available online at cityofpickering.com, by email: fi re@cityofpickering.com or by phone: 905.839.9968 Fire won’t wait! Plan Your Escape Develop a home fi re escape plan now and practice it regulary. Make sure that every family member knows two ways out of every room. A message from Pickering Fire Services The Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity with the Durham District School Board and the Durham Catholic District School Board invited students from grades 2 to 12 to submit a written or creative arts piece to the statement “Imagining our diverse community where we are all treated with dignity, fairness and respect...”. It’sCOMING! TheSpring & Summer CityServices & LeisureGuide will arriveWednesday, March 18 Registration Begins March 19 for aquatics & March 23 for programs NowRegisterOnline! at cityofpickering.com, just select the Clickto Reg logo. Call 905.420.4621 forRegistration Information F In Your Words & Expressions The City of Pickering is seeking comments from the public regarding a proposed sign by-law, which will replace the existing sign by-law, passed in 1987. The draft by-law may be viewed on the City’s website at cityofpickering.com or a copy may be obtained in person at the Pickering Civic Complex, Clerk’s Division, 2nd Floor, between the hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. The City of Pickering will hold a public open house on Thursday, March 26, 2009 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario, to solicit public input regarding the proposed sign by-law. Staff will be available to answer questions and receive comments. Written comments are also welcome. Please direct comments or questions to dbye@cityofpickering.com, or 905.420.4660 ext. 2052 or by mail to: Pickering Civic Complex Attention: Denise Bye One The Esplanade, Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 2:00 - 4:00 pmSunday, March 29 Pickering Recreation Complex • 1867 Valley Farm Road Tickets on sale Monday, March 9 Pickering Recreation Complex 905.831.1711 East Shore Community Centre 905.420.6588 For details call 905.420.6588 or check the city website Grade 2 - 5 1st Joren Romaniuk, Gr. 4 2nd Aliyah Clarke, Gr. 3 3rd Arianna Dossa, Gr. 3 HM Sara Kassem, Gr 4 Grade 6 - 8 1st Linnea Kalchos, Gr. 8 2nd Emma Sharp, Gr. 8 3rd Mackenna Wood, Gr. 8 Grade 9 + 1st Andrea Suthakaran, Gr. 11 2nd Alex Jebson, Gr. 9 Contest Winners: CREATIVE ARTS SUBMISSIONS Grade 2 - 5 1st Eshwari Nanjappan & Nealob Kakar, Gr. 5 2nd Danyal Maqbool & Ashley Corkin, Gr. 5 3rd Mahnoor Khan & Julie Regis, Gr. 5 HM Mechaela Alfonso, Gr. 3 Grade 6 - 8 1st Michael Allison, Gr. 8 2nd Julia Santiago, Emma Price & Danielle Mitrevski, Gr. 6 3rd Kris Hernandez, Gr. 6 HM Tavia Bakowski, Gr. 8 Honourable Mention: Emily Anna Goodwin, Gr. 9 Contest Winners: WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS Please join us as students share their winning entries at the 2009 Race Relations Forum on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers , One The Esplanade, Pickering. Visit our website for event details or the winning entries Get in Early on our 2009 Expansion: 3 high-tech fitness studios, more specialty classes, more great equipment & new doubles squash courts! Only $50/month Includes Unlimited Access to: group fitness classes,weight room, running track, cardio conditioning rooms, squash & swimming! Plus a 15% discount on personal training! Regular price $75 per month - only 50 available. Ask for details March 13 - 22, 2009 Save $450 on our Platinum Membership! Backwoods Players present their Annual Dessert Theatre Performances take place at Brougham Hall on March 27, 28 & April 4 at 8:00 pm, March 29 & April 5 at 2:00 pm. 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At 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, the City will turn off non-essential lighting at all municipal buildings where feasible for one hour. This year’s campaign is featur- ing “the first global election between Earth and global warming.” Basically, those who switch off their lights will be voting for Earth, and those who leave them on will vote for global warming. The results will be presented to world lead- ers at the Global Climate Change Confer- ence in Copenhagen 2009. Pickering Council decided at its latest meeting to vote for Earth in Earth Hour 2009. Mayor Dave Ryan, in a press release, said by participating in Earth Hour, it’s a great way for Pickering to continue to lead the way in sustainability. “Earth Hour is a brilliant campaign that has resonated with millions of people globally,” he said. “However, if we are to become true agents of change, we must incorporate these types of actions into our everyday lives.” Pickering is encouraging all households, businesses and institutions to partici- pate in the event as part of the Sustainable Pickering Challenge. To register or for more information, visit www.earthhour.org. ENVIRONMENT Pickering set to flick switch for Earth Hour PICKERING -- Ajax and Pickering teens aged 13 to 19 are invited to strap on their aprons and head to the kitchen. Youths can practise cooking skills at three free sessions where they will learn how to make easy meal items with a regis- tered dietician. Participants will learn tips for healthy eating and how to get involved in planning meals at home. The program is offered over three after- noons on March 16, 17 and 18 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. S., Pickering. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register call the centre at 905-428-1212 ext. 239 or e- mail amyn@theyouthcentre.ca. Cooking with the Youth Centre this march break newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200912 AP EDUCATION Port Perry school tops in region Fraser Institute releases annual report card DURHAM -- Once again, instead of doing the grading, schools are getting graded with the annual release of the Fraser Institute’s report card on Ontario elementary schools. Scores are determined by each school’s per- formance on the province-wide Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) tests in reading, writing and math for Grade 3 and 6 students. But Durham’s public school board won’t be putting much stock into the Fraser report. “I think the ranking can be detrimental,” said Luigia Ayotte, Durham District School Board’s superintendent of programs. “All this does is take the raw (EQAO) data and ranks.” The results in Durham were all over the map. Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Port Perry came in with the highest score, a 9.7, rising from an 8.0 last year. The school has been improving in rank since 2004. Oshawa’s Glen Street Public School came in lowest at 2.0. However, the school showed an improvement from last year when it received a 0.7. The board knew from EQAO results, as well as from its own diagnostic testing, that Glen Street Public School needed extra supports; the Fra- ser offers none of the meaningful information that the EQAO provides, she added. Overall in Ontario, 24 schools achieved a per- fect score of 10. Most of the schools are locat- ed in the GTA. On the bottom end of the scale, seven schools received zeros. The report ranked 2,778 Ontario elementary schools this year, including public, Catholic and French schools. “I feel the Fraser report is quite limited,” Ms. Ayotte said, adding it only looks at the EQAO results and gender gaps. “There are other things that go into the making of good educating of students.” Instead of including parents’ average level of education for each school, the Fraser Institute’s report card included average incomes this year. “My response to that, it doesn’t matter what the income ... our job as educators is to make sure every student gets the best education possible,” Ms. Ayotte said. The highest aver- age income schools did not score the highest marks. In Ajax, Eagle Ridge P.S. parents’ average income was $118,200, but the school scored a 7.4. At top school, Immaculate Concep- tion, the parents’ average income was $61,500. 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Introduction of Paid Parking System Whitby Mental Health Centre (WMHC) has announced the implementation of a paid parking system effective April 1, 2009. The system will apply to vehicles parked at 700 Gordon Street in Whitby. Revenue generated from paid parking will be applied direct to hospital programs and services. Pay and display parking stations, managed by Precise ParkLink Inc., will be located throughout the 700 Gordon Street parking lot, accepting coins, Visa, Master- card or American Express credit cards. Parking rates are applicable as of April 1, 2009. Visitor pay and display rate is $2.00 per hour up to a maximum of $8.00 per day. Frequent visitors will have the option of pur- chasing daily permits at a discounted rate of 10 visits for $50.00 or 20 visits for $80.00. Frequent visitor cards can be purchased at WMHC switchboard (Building 1, Level 2) More information about WMHC’s parking policy can be found at www.whitbymentalcentre.ca. Whitby Mental Health Centre (WMHC) is a public hos- pital that provides a range of specialized mental health programs in Durham Region, York Region, Scarbor- ough, Toronto, Haliburton, Northumberland, Peterbor- ough Counties and the City of Kawartha Lakes. Highest and lowest scores across Durham Ajax St. Francis de Sales: 8.6 Southwood Park, Bolton C. Falby: 3.8 Pickering St. Anthony Daniel: 8.9 Elizabeth B. Phin: 5.3 Whitby Pringle Creek: 8.5 St. Paul, St. Bridget (Brooklin): 5.4 Oshawa Dr. S.J. Phillips, John XXIII: 8.2 Glen Street: 2.0 Clarington Ontario Street (Bowmanville): 7.1 Courtice North (Courtice): 2.7 Uxbridge St. Joseph (Uxbridge): 7.8 Scott Central (Sandford): 5.6 Scugog Immaculate Conception (Port Perry): 9.7 Cartwright Central (Blackstock): 2.8 Brock McCaskill’s Mills (Cannington): 5.1 Thorah Central (Beaverton): 2.5 “I think the ranking can be detrimental.” -- Luigia Ayotte, Durham District School Board “ newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200913 AP Saturday, Ma r c h 7 t h 1 0 a m - 6 p m SUMMER CA M P S S H O W MARCH BREA K &5th ANNUAL SPONSORED BY: in the RIDING • CAMP SKATING MARTIAL ARTS EDUCATION FOOD COURT Between Taco Bell & KFC ADVERTISING FEATURE newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200914 AP LEARN TO SK A T E LEARN TO SK A T E Serving You S i n c e 1 9 8 4 Laurie’sLaurie’s IncludesIncludes Real & S y n t h e t i c Real & Synth e t i c ICE 905-831-7111 • www.laurieslearntoskate.com YEAR R O U N D YEAR ROUND SKATINGSKATING Great f o r h o c k e y & Great for hoc k e y & ringette p l a y e r s ringette play e r s MARCH BREA K Pickering Athletic Centreyou’ll fli ov r us! 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The strategy will lead Durham Region into the future and develop a transit system that fully meets the needs of residents and businesses,” Phil Meagher, DRT’s depu- ty general manager, operations, said in a press release. The first open house is set for Tuesday, March 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Beaverton Community Centre, 176 Main St., Beaverton. The second is on Wednesday, March 25, again from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Newcastle Community Hall, 20 King Ave. W., Newcastle. Vendors Alley at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa is the site of the third transit session, on Thursday, March 26, from 2 to 7 p.m. An information table will be set up at the Pickering Town Centre from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 28. The centre is at Liverpool Road and Hwy. 2. The cost to develop the strategy is being paid by the provincial and federal governments. For more information, visit www.durhamlongterm- transitstrategy.com. TRANSIT Durham seeks input on strategy MARCH BREA K & SUMMER CA M P S S H O W Saturday, March 7th 10am-6pm in the FOOD COURT ADVERTISING FEATURE Between Taco Bell & KFC Corporate Office: Suite# 401, Sussex Centre, 50 Burnhamthorpe Rd (W), Mississauga, ON L5B 3C2 Tel: (905) 502-9476 Fax: (905) 896-9380 E-mail: info@ucmascanada.com www.ucmas.ca ● Development and utilization of full brain ● Improves math skills: calculation speed and accuracy ● Promotes creativity and self reliance ● Improves confidence ● Builds concentration, alertness and focus ● Enhances memory and reduces learning time Benefits of the UCMAS system for the child: ● Comprises 10 levels, each of 3 months duration ● One session per week of 2 hours duration ● 15 minutes of homework required daily as practice ● Parents get trained as well to help their child ● Parent’s support and commitment is most essential for best results. The UCMAS course structure: U C MAS is a mental math program which develops the ability of a child to calculate quickly and accurately without the help of gadgets like calculators. It is based on the ancient Chinese art of Abacus and Mental math using the “Zhusuan” methodology. The program is designed to stimulate both hemishperes of the brain. Thus, learners are trained to utilize their mental faculties fully. The latent skills of your child Bring to the fore using Abacus UCMAS - Ajax (IQBRAINERS INC.) Unit 10 - 467 Westney Road South (Westney & Bayly) Ajax, ON L1S 6V8 905 - 231 4800 iqbrainers@ucmas.ca www.ucmas.ca “We Tutor Math, English, Science, French, Music and Other Subjects for Grades 01 to 12” newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200917 AP FILM Catch ‘Happy Go Lucky’ in Ajax AJAX -- The Ajax Film Circuit is screening ‘Happy Go Lucky’ on March 11. Mike Leigh’s film will be shown at 7 p.m. at the Ajax Cineplex Odeon, 248 Kingston Rd. E. (at Salem Road), Ajax. Tickets are $7 if bought in advance from the Ajax Public Library (Main or McLean branch) or $7.50 at the door. No Circuit membership is required. ART SHOW Durham artists exhibit in Mexico, Toronto this winter DURHAM -- A group of local artists is going international this win- ter. This month, four members of the IRIS Group will have their works on display at a group exhibition at the Kunsthaus Sante Fe Gallery in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Laura Hair, Margaret Rodgers, Sally Thurlow and Wendy Wallace have works in Deviant Detours, an exhibition produced by the Red Head Gallery in Toronto. Artists of the Red Head Gallery reflect on the fragility of the natural landscape, social environment and methods of communication. Rodgers focuses on urban regeneration, Thur- low on memory, Hair on organic form and Wallace on urban landscape as cultural symbol. Rodgers and Thurlow will help with the installation and opening while Wallace will close the exhibition. Rodgers and Thurlow have been invited to talk at the Institute de Cul- tura de la Ciudad de Leon. Wallance will give a talk at the University of Guanajuato. The exhibit runs to March 29. Closer to home, the IRIS Group exhibits at the Red Head Gallery, 115-401 Richmond St. W., Toronto, in Edge. The artists, Rowena Dykins, Hair, Maralynn Cherry, Holly McClellan, Mary Ellen McQuay, Rodgers, Thur- low and Wallace, have created inter- pretations of edge and themselves representing artists in the GTA edge communities, along Hwy. 401. This exhibit runs March 4 to 28 with a reception March 6 at 6 p.m. IRIS was formed in 1996 as a forum to raise levels of access for women in the arts, to share ideas and offer support. Minister plugs new Greenbelt art contest at Ajax school visit BY KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com AJAX -- Matthew Mawby and Melissa Fer- nandes have been studying the Greenbelt at school and they had a chance to show off what they’d learned. Matthew and Melissa, Grade 5 students at St. Patrick Catholic School in Ajax, showed Jim Watson, the provincial minister of munici- pal affairs and housing, the importance of the Greenbelt last week. Watson was at the school last Thursday to promote an I Love the Greenbelt art contest for elementary and secondary school students. Speaking to the 27 Grade 5 students of teach- er Kathleen Hardy, Watson said the Province wants to “protect forever and ever” the Green- belt. The art contest coincides with the fourth anniversary of the creation of the Greenbelt, a swath of 1.8-million acres stretching across a portion of Ontario, from the Niagara Escarp- ment through Durham Region to Northum- berland County. Matthew, 10, said his artwork was a land- scape showing birds, trees, plants and a sun- set. “I like it because it helps preserve nature, trees, plants and animals,” Matthew said of the Greenbelt. “It’s very special for him to come to our school and talk about the Greenbelt.” Her class is doing a unit on energy and ener- gy conservation, incorporating global warm- ing and the Greenbelt into that, Hardy said. Melissa, 10, also included a sunset in her art- work. “I think they’re really beautiful.” While studying the Greenbelt, Melissa was surprised at “how big it is and how many farms there are. I was surprised there are over 7,000 farms. “I didn’t know how many different animals that are there,” Melissa said. In size, the Greenbelt is larger than P.E.I., Watson said. “So, we’ve protected a whole lot of space for trees and animals.” The Town “has been a great supporter of the Greenbelt,” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said, not- ing all land in Ajax north of Taunton Road and east of Audley Road is in the Greenbelt. “The future of the Greenbelt is right here,” he said of the students. “They will be voters and if they support it, it will be in good hands.” For the art contest, submissions should showcase elements of the Greenbelt, such as recreation, wildlife, activities or food from the Greenbelt. The deadline is March 30 and the winning entry will be announced in June. For more information on the contest, visit www.mah.gov.on.ca. AJ GROEN / NEWS ADVERTISER PHOTO To celebrate the fourth anniversary of Ontario’s greenbelt, Jim Watson, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, was at St. Patrick Catholic School to launch new awards for original art. Looking at some submissions with the minister are Matthew Mawby and Melissa Fernandes. ART IN THE SCHOOLS Mike Ruta Entertainment Editor mruta@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comEntertainment Sports Local volleyball player leads Humber to gold BY SHAWN CAYLEY scayley@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- Despite being considered one of the top female vol- leyball players in the OCAA, Pickering’s Landis Doyle was genuinely surprised when a little hardware came her way last week. Doyle, a 20-year-old graduate of Dunbarton High School, was named the OCAA women’s volleyball player of the year during last week’s awards banquet in advance of the championship tournament at Durham College in Oshawa. “I didn’t expect it, to be honest,” Doyle said during the OCAA cham- pionships. “It’s humbling I guess. I don’t want to take all the credit for it. I didn’t get it on my own. My team helped me get it and my coach- es (too). I don’t think I would have earned it without my team.” Doyle’s Humber Hawks brought home some hardware from Oshawa as well with a gold medal after a 3-1 win against Nipissing Saturday night at the Campus Athletic Centre. They will head to North Bay for the National Championships March 12-14. Dedication and desire to succeed, says Doyle, have been the con- sistent elements that have allowed the Hawks to soar this season. “Hard work every night at practice,” commented Doyle, who aver- aged 4.22 points a game as Humber dominated their way to a per- fect 20-0 regular season. “We run our butts off and work hard trying to stay consistent ... we’re really deep in talent and we try to have it show on the court, not individually, but as a team.” As for the key to her success, chalk that one up to pure love for the sport. “I just love playing the sport. I just want to go out and play hard every game,” Doyle explained. Doyle first hit the court in elementary school, but really got going in the sport at the club level, joining the Durham Attack before attend- ing Dunbarton. She is about to finish her third season at Humber and, in addition to her player of the year nod, earned a nomination as an All-Cana- dian.newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200918 AP NCAA HOCKEY Pickering’s Wakefield in running for top hockey award PICKERING -- A Pickering player on the University of New Hampshire wom- en’s hockey team has been acknowl- edged for her outstanding season. Jenn Wakefield, a sophomore for- ward on the fifth-ranked University of New Hampshire Wildcats, is among the finalists for the patty Kazmaier Award, which goes to the top female hockey player in U.S. college hockey. The Dunbarton High School gradu- ate, a sophomore at the university, leads the nation in both power-play (13) and game-winning (nine) goals. She ranks third nationally in goals per game (1.07) as well as second in shorthand- ed goals (four) and 12th in points per game (1.63). Wakefield registered 32- 17-49 totals this season, leading her team in power-play goals, shorthanded goals, game-winning goals, points and shots. She is also second in shooting percentage (.179) and fourth in plus/ minus (+17). UNH (22-5-5, 16-2-3 WHEA) ended the regular season with a 13-game win- ning streak en route to winning its sixth consecutive Hockey East regular-sea- son title. TRAMPOLINE Robinson bounces to triple gold at Ontario Cup event AJAX -- An Ajax trampolinist soared to three gold medals while competing at the second Ontario Cup qualifier in Toronto last weekend. Brandon Robinson, a member of the Skyriders Trampoline Place under the direction of national and Olympic team coach Dave Ross, competed at the national youth category at the Ontario Cup event. There, he earned gold in the national mixed synchro event with part- ner Mariah Madigan, of Toronto. His second gold came in the national syn- chro event with partner Greg Tomczak of Mississauga. His final gold came on individual trampoline. Although he swept all three cat- egories in his division, Robinson had already qualified for nationals after the first Ontario Cup qualifier held earlier this year. He’ll now compete at the Canadian National Junior Trampoline Champion- ships in Hamilton in late May. Pickering’s Landis a star VOLLEYBALL SUBMITTED PHOTO Landis Doyle, of Pickering, was named the OCAA women’s volley- ball player of the year. She led her Humber Hawks to the provincial title, and will now seek gold at the National Championships in North Bay. Brad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200919 AP NATIONAL LACROSSE LEAGUE Ladouceur started as a Rock, and finished as one Former Ajax- Pickering Sr. B player calls it quits WHITBY -- Over his 10-year career in the National Lacrosse League, Dan Ladouceur never changed his style of play or the team he suited up for. In the end, both are admirable and respected legacies. The end came a couple of weeks ago when Ladouceur, the 6-foot-6, 245-pounder nick- named ‘Big Dog’, retired from the Toronto Rock. “I think the writing was on the wall with the coaching change,” says the 35-year-old of the change behind the bench when Jamie Batley took over from Glenn Clark just three games into the season. “The new coaching regime was coming in with a different style. Any time you change coach- es, they have their own idea of what they need for personnel to implement their system. “They wanted a different style of defence than I have or am able to provide in the run and gun, where as I traditionally have been and always will be a stay at home guy.” When the Whitby resident received a call from Mike Kloep- fer, Director of Lacrosse Oper- ations, with the news that the club wouldn’t be able to offer him much floor time, and asked if he was interested in going to another team or retiring as a Toronto Rock, Ladouceur says the decision was an easy one. He started as a Rock, and retired as a Rock. His Rock roots also extend into Ajax-Pickering, where he spent time playing with the Sr. B Rock. “The ability to stay with one franchise my entire career has been a source of pride for me,” he says of opting for retirement. “To maintain your value and the fact they want you in their orga- nization, that you’re good for the organization brings a sense of pride.” Ladouceur began his career with the Rock in 1999, earning five championship rings along the way. The highlights include 2000, winning both the NLL title with the Rock and Mann Cup championship with the Brook- lin Redmen, as well as the NLL title in 2005 when the Rock, considered underdogs, proved the naysayers wrong. Including playoffs, Ladou- ceur played 150 games all told, scoring six times and adding 12 assists. His career penalty min- utes total over that time is 447, which stands as a league record. 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Impact 15U came to the court for the second match determined to win, and win they did with scores of 25-22 and 25-23. When the dust settled, the three teams in the pool were tied for matches won, so points were counted and Dur- ham Attack ended up first in the pool by three points. In the crossover playoff game against Titans Nemesis, the first game went to the Titans 25-23. Durham Attack took the second 25-16 and after an amazing serv- ing run, came from behind to take the tie- breaker 15-12. Next up was Storm Thunder from Auro- ra, which always represents a fight to the finish. This match followed a familiar pattern as the first game went to Storm 25-12, the second to Attack 25-16 and the tie-breaker went to Attack 15-12. 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After rolling through the Bowmanville Eagles in four games of their best-of-five opening round series, the Attack was swept away by Kingston in four straight, bowing out on home ice Saturday by a 5-0 count. “Not having any playoff experience, I think that we obviously geared ourselves up quite a bit for Bowmanville and then obviously had a little bit of a letdown in the first couple of games we played against Kingston,” said Durant, looking back over the series. It didn’t take long for the high of win- ning the first playoff series in franchise history to evaporate against the division leaders from Kingston, who jumped all over the Attack in the opening two games of the best-of-seven with wins of 11-1 and 9-1. The Attack regrouped and came up with strong effort in Game 3, edged 4- 3, before getting blanked in Game 4. Durant noted that his young hockey club could have played better against Kingston, but was a little overwhelmed and not used to the grind of junior hock- ey playoffs. The fifth place finish and playoff series win this season will serve as a strong building block moving forward. “I’m so proud of our team, the whole organization,” praised Durant, who intends to be back behind the bench next season. “Our ownership is good, the gen- eral manager on our team has done an outstanding job and so have the assistant coaches. “Our success this year was collectively shared as a group. Everyone pitched in.” Kingston now awaits the winner of the other division semifinal between Peter- borough and Lindsay, which was extend- ed to a seventh and deciding game on Tuesday (after our deadline).newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200921 • TOYS • BEDS • TREATS • CLOTHING • BRUSHES • LITTER • PEE PADS and more! 550 Beck Cr. 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Available Im- mediately & March 1st. 905- 683-8571. ALEXANDRA PARK, OSHAWA Large 1 "Old charm building." Totally reno- vated, new kitchen/bath, hardwood ﬂ oors. In-house laundry, intercom. Parkview. Near Hospital. No pets. (905)743-9383 BOWMANVILLE immaculate Two 1-bedroom apts. Avail April 15. Secured entrance very quiet building $929 + $944. includes appliances, utilities, parking and laundry facilities. 905-697-1786, 905- 666-1074 BOWMANVILLE, LARGE 3 bedroom, 2nd ﬂ oor, includes heat, water and parking. $950/month. Available imme- diately. ALSO 1-bedroom, $625/month. 905-623-4622. Apartments & Flats for RentA BOWMANVILLE, NEWLY renovated 1-bdrm basement apt., separate entrance, available March 1st. $700/month all inclusive. No smoking/pets. (905)213-0571 BRIGHT, SUNNY 1 bedroom basement. Clean, quiet home. Separate entrance. Laundry. Parking. Cable. TTC. $680 inclusive. Elles- mere/ Markham. 416-697- 8129, 416-431-7968 CHURCH/ROSSLAND, bright, 2 bedroom+den basement apartment. $950/month, utilities includ- ed. Separate entrance. Own washer/dryer, parking space. Dine-in kitchen. Tub. No pets/smoking. Luisa 647- 294-2805. EXECUTIVE apartment, Ajax's Deer Creek golf course, fully furnished, own entrance, marble bath, very quiet. Suits corpora- tions, visiting executives. References, $1,499+utilities. www.electricityfor- um.com/rental.htm 905-426- 9119 or rwh@rogers.com KINGSTON/WESTNEY RD., one bedroom basement apt. Living, washroom sep en- trance. Very clean. on bus route, April 1. $750 all inclu- sive. Call Syed (416)720- 9901 LOWER LEVEL clean and bright, 1-bedroom apartment, Oshawa area. $750/month. 2-car parking. First/last re- quired. (905)623-6654. 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 access to your unit. Bus stop locat- ed in front of building. Locat- ed across the street from the hospital. 905-431-8930 www.skylineonline.ca MARY STREET APTS Bachelors & 1 bedrooms. Utilities included, minutes to downtown, short drive to Whitby Mall. Mary/Garden 905-666-2450 www.real- star.ca NORTH OSHAWA, large 1- bedroom apts, clean, quiet, secure building, laundry on site, $710/month, Call Vic (905)665-8983. North Pickering Large 2-bdrm, beautiful estate property with pond and view. $875/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. (905) 649-1422 lighthousefamily homes@gmail.com 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 CENTRAL Park Blvd, 2-bedroom upper half of duplex. Newly renovated. Bus at door. $820/mo.+hy- dro. 2-bedroom, main ﬂ oor. $850/mo+hydro. Available immediately. First/last. No smoking/pets. 905-430-0249. OSHAWA Clean, new build- ing. 2-bedroom apt., $875/month, available April 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438- 9715. OSHAWA near OC, 3 bed- room, 1.5 bath in 4-plex. Available March 15th. 2-bed- room in 6-plex, available April 1st. No pets, laundry, parking, ﬁ rst/last. 905-665- 5537. Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Adult & Senior lifestyle buildings. Renovat- ed 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 PARK RD/N OF 401 second ﬂ oor of triplex, private, parking, 1-bdrm, fridge/stove, looking for quiet tenant, ﬁ rst/last $695-inclu- sive. Donna or John 289- 240-4120 OSHAWA, 945 Simcoe St. N., Bachelor $650/inclusive, 1-bedroom $750/inclusive. 118 Bloor St. W., 2-bedroom, $800/inclusive. 45 Colborne St. W. 1-bedroom $750/inclu- sive plus cable. No pets. March 1. 905-723-1647, 905-720-9935. OSHAWA, Bright One Bed- room second ﬂ oor apartment in semi-detached home. Separate entrance. No laun- dry. $780 inclusive w/cable and parking. Wilson and Olive. Call (905)986-4889. PICKERING WHITES/ AMBERLEA, spacious base- ment apt. sep entrance, laundry. Avail April 1. $800 inclusive, non-smoker. 647- 882-4103 anytime PICKERING - Whites/401 - 2 Bdrm Basement Apt, Lrge Liv Rm, Kit, Laund, Pking. No Smoking, Avail immed, $900 inclusive. Call Dan 416- 574-9522. PICKERING BROCK RD. 1 bedroom basement apt, sep- arate entrance, private laun- dry, All inclusive. $800. Fist/last. no pets/smoking. (905)428-0486 PICKERING, BROCK RD./HWY 2. Upper level, 4- bedroom 2400sq.ft house, $1300/month+70% utilities. 2-bedroom separate en- trance, $900/month inclusive. No pets/smoking. First/last, references, available any- time. (905)686-1650, (416)458-4598. PICKERING, Liverpool/Glen- nana, one bedroom base- ment, separate entrance, kitchen, TV room, bathroom, laundry, parking, close to amenities, no smoking/pets. $750/month all inclusive. lst/last. (416)618-6442, (905)831-0001. PICKERING, Liverpool/Hwy 2. 1-bdrm $800/mo. avail. immediately. 1-bdrm $750/mo. Renovated, like new, walk to Go/Town Cen- tre. Short-term considered, rent negotiable. Roger (905)420-4511, (905)619- 2655 PORT WHITBY.-2-bed- rooms, 1-4pc, 1-3pc-bath, large-livingroom, family-size kitchen, w/o to deck. Easy access-to GO Train,near sport complex, walking trail. $900/mthly +hydro. Brumley R/E Ltd Brokerage. 905-668- 0515. REGENCY PLACE APTS ASK ABOUT OUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL! 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laun- dry, social room & additional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430-7397 www.real- star.ca RITSON /OLIVE- 3 bed- room, parking, all utilities in- cluded. Porch, yard, fresh re- no, laundry, available Febru- ary/March. $995/month. (416)657-2117. SIMCOE ST., Oshawa. Beautiful 3-bedroom. 1400sqft, on second ﬂ oor. Walk distance to lake. Fridge and stove, utilities extra. $950/month, available now. (905)725-9991. WHITBY-Large quiet 2-bdrm, new carpet, fresh paint, very clean and parking, near GO /amenities. No smoking /pets. (416)498-4770, (416)577-8963. newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200926 AP ITS TWINS - FIELDING/WALE Our family tree has sprouted 2 tiny new leafs, 2 beautiful baby girls beyond belief! Proud parents Cameron and Allison (nee Wale) are elated to announce the arrival of their daughters, Bronte Regina and Elsie Susan born on February 8th, 2009 in the Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Alberta. They are welcomed with love and ready to be spoiled by ﬁ rst time grandparents Regina and Brian Fielding and seasoned veterans Laurie and Susan Wale and ﬁ rst great grandchild of Eugenia Boltuc. Delighted aunts, uncles and cousins abound. Family Appreciation Weekend Free pony rides, Petting zoo Refreshments, Door prizes!!! AUCTION MODEL HOME BUILDER'S CLEARANCE SALE! BRAND NEW DESIGNER FURNITURE 3RD SHIPMENT Saturday & Sunday March 7 & 8, KAHN AUCTION FACILITY "The Big Orange Barn" 2699 Brock Rd, N Pickering, On Preview is at 11am, Auction at 12 noon *Chandeliers * Rugs *Lamps *Home Decor *High End Designer Select Furniture* SAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE THOUSANDS! Designer Chandeliers, Dinning and Hallway lighting, Crystal & Iron, Ceiling Mounts, Pendants, Vanity ﬁ xtures. Save up to 90% in this category! Designer Furniture to include One of a kind custom home furnishings, valued up to $8,000-$10,000. Marble Top Commodes, Consoles, Breakfronts, Palace Cabinets, Bathroom Vanities with Marble or Granite Tops, Occasional Hand Carved Solid Wood Furniture, All Leather Sofa Sets too many items to mention! Antiques from France, USA, include, Drexel Heritage, Ethan Allen, Henkel Harris, and Thomasville. Area Rugs (Persian, Aubusson, 100% New Zealand Wool, Belgium) Valued up to $8,000, to be sold starting at $100 Bid. Sports Memorabilia featuring Sydney Crosby, Great Selection of Art & Mirrors: Limited Edition Art including Group of Seven, Robert Bateman, Walter Campbell, Original Oil Paintings, Giftware and Accent Items. AUCTION, Saturday March 7th, MARRIAGE SPLIT, an exceptional sale of some high quality home furnishings plus smalls to be sold at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, 12927 Hwy. #2, just west of Colborne This well to do couple lived in a large Thornhill home furnished with some very ﬁ ne home furnishings before going their separ- ate ways. dining room suite consists of large buffet with curved glass side doors and 2 centre bevelled glass doors, china cabinet with reversed bowed glass doors, ext. table with 2 large leaves with 6 side chairs and 2 arm chairs, the suite was made by LEDA One of Canada Premier manufacturers original selling for just under $15,000 and is in pristine condition, ma- hogany bevelled glass corner curio cabinet, King size bed, from their home ofﬁ ce a $12,000 executive ofﬁ ce suite with desk, credenza, book case with pop up full bar, executive chair and 2 matching chairs all in Italian leather originally pur- chased for $12,000 from the Old Hide House, excellent 3pc sofa set, other sofa king size bed, National Billiard regulation size Billiard table with all accessories, counters, cues, stand, balls., etc. This slate table is top of the line table with original price tag of $9,000. this ofﬁ ce and pool table also in pristine condition, also unseen (as were packed away) was selection small antique tables, selection glass, china, collectibles, oil lamps, hanging ant. lamp, some nice elec. light ﬁ xtures, plus much more. Articles yet to be picked up, Viewing 8:00 a.m. Day of Sale. SALE STARTS 10:00 a.m. Terms: Cash, Cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E. Warner, Auctioneer 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday March 6th at 4:30 p.m. located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4. The Estate of Frank Barnes of Lindsay plus others, square oak kitchen table, 4 oak fan back chairs, 4pc white leather chester- ﬁ eld set, wooden model sailboat, 2 drawer pine table, 8pc oak dining room set, chest of silverware, Duncan Phyfe table and 6 chairs, oak bed (double), loveseat (bed chesterﬁ eld), lazy boy chairs, chesterﬁ eld and chair, Bushnell telescope, queen box spring and mattress, child's press back rocker, rnd oak pedes- tal table, mahogany dresser with mirror and high boy dresser, press back chairs, carousel horse, qty. lead Britain soldiers, bunk beds, old toys, qty of jewellery, Sony surround sound system, Astar fat screen TV, ﬁ berglass stepladder, Kenmore chest freezer, Frigidaire 24" stove, McClary dryer, legal ﬁ ling cabinets, York weight set, Western show saddle, English sad- dle, Coca-Cola bottle collection, George White 7' Double au- ger snowblower with hydraulic chute and deﬂ ector, Qty. of chi- na, glass, household and collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.theauctionadvertiser.com/DCorneil open for viewing Thursday from 8:30am to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm and Friday morning at 9am Apartments & Flats for RentA TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded ﬁ nishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, pri- vate patios & balconies. 2 Testa Rd., Uxbridge. 905- 852-2534 www.realstar.ca WHITBY 1-bdrm available immediately, in house with big backyard, nice family area, separate entrance, ﬁ re- place, laundry, parking, $800+/mo, Call 905-666- 2777. WHITBY NORTH WEST, duplex 2-bedroom. Com- pletely renovated, Carpet, private driveway and back- yard, coin laundry, no smok- ing/pets. Near everything. $900/inclusive. Available April/May 1st. 905-668- 8967, 905-668-8667. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balco- nies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas 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. Ofﬁ ce hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY, GARDEN/DUN- DAS modern two bedroom basement apt. avail. April, $900 inclusive. Condolyn Mgt 905 428-9766 WHITBY, NEWLY renovated 1-bedroom plus den bsmt apt., desirable downtown area. Private entrance/laun- dry. Clean, large windows, quiet, cable, internet, A/C. No pets/smoking. Suit single person, $950/month. March 15/April (905)442-5555. WHITBY, Rossland/Brock Rd-beautiful 2-bedroom, ground ﬂ oor condo. 3-years new, clean, quiet, fridge/stove/washer/dryer. 1- Under ground parking. Patio, available April 1st. $1200/month, plus Gas/Hy- dro. First/last, References. (905)259-4576. Apartments & Flats for RentA WHITBY- 3-BEDROOM Condominium Bungalow apartment. Spacious, clean, Ensuite laundry, 4-Applianc- es included. 1 Year lease, First and last. $1200 Plus utilities. Available May 1st. 905-442-6415 WHITBY- Bright, clean, 700 sq.ft. 1-bedroom apartment with private entrance and large windows. Includes eat- in kitchen, living/dining room, 3-piece bath, 4-appliances and cable TV. On bus route. 10 min walk to GO train. Sin- gle quiet adult preferred. $850/per month all inclusive. 1-year lease required. Available immediately. 905- 442-6415. Furnished ApartmentsF TWO ROOMS FOR RENT 2500 SQFT TOWNHOME Rossland/Brock. Furnished $550 incl queen bed, cable, internet. Unfurnished $500. Shared laundry, kitchen, lounges. Smoking OK. Cleaning Lady. 905-493- 1833. Condominiums for RentC BOWMANVILLE LUXURY LOWRISE Condos Starting at $1000. All Inclusive 5 ap- pliances, amenities centre and parking also included. Dont delay, call Jennise To- day! 905-697-8261 CONDO/BOWMANVILLE 1 bedroom + den, one bath, 3rd ﬂ oor, top-walkup, balco- ny, mins to 401/shopping, appliances/parking, ensuite laundry, gas heat, w/a/c, se- cure building/ locker, no smoking / pets. $950+utilities. April lst. 905- 550-8321 Houses for Rent AJAX 3-BEDROOM de- tached bungalow, large yard, on clean, quiet street, near amenities, whole house. $1065 mo + utilities. (905)683-6203. AVAILABLE immediately- Ajax. Upper level, clean 4- bedrooms, 3-baths, main ﬂ oor laundry, garage, $1300/plus 2/3 utilities. Pre- fer non-smoker, no pets. 2- BEDROOM, BASE- MENT, $850/month. Dennis Morgan (416)587-0060, (905)831-9500. BOWMANVILLE 3 bedroom bungalow, 1-1/2 baths, 5 appliances, A / C, large backyard, near mall, schools, transportation. No smoking / pets. First/last. Available March 15th or April lst. Ref- erences required. $1325 + utilities. (905)623-2624 Houses for Rent BROOKLIN 3 bedroom home, garage, new fridge/stove, close to stores/park/arena. First/last, plus utilities. $1100/monthly, 905-767-3034 CENTRAL BOWMANVILLE, small 3 bedroom house. Stove/fridge, detached gar- age, yard, non smokers. $1150/month plus utilities. First/last. Available April 1st. (905)623-5278 HIGHWAY 2/CHURCH ST., Ajax, Huge 4-bedroom house, large backyard, next to school, near amenities, $1390+ utilities. Available April. (416)457-8788. OSHAWA HOUSE beautiful detached 2-bedroom plus of- ﬁ ce bungalow, main ﬂ oor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1150-inclu- sive. ﬁ rst/last/ references. Immediately/March 1st 905- 721-9789, 905-922-4751. OSHAWA, 3-bedroom bun- galow, very clean, Harmo- ny/Olive area. Full basement, fenced yard, patio, shed, A/C, no pets/smoking. $1100/ month, plus utilities. (905)432-1828. OSHAWA, LARGE 2-BDRM bungalow, mainﬂ oor. Shows well. Near Oshawa mall, cus- tom-made kitchen, new bath- room, 5 appliances. A/C, $1200/mo+utilities. No pets/smokers. References. Bo Gustafsson, Sales Repre- sentative, Sutton Group, 416-783-5000 OSHAWA, WILSON/ADE- LAIDE 3-bedroom bungalow close to schools. Appliances included. Gas ﬁ replace, cen- tral air. $1175 plus utilities. No smoking/pets. First/last. Available March 15th. Call 905-728-3350. OSHAWA- 3 bedroom. Spacious. New ﬂ oors, freshly painted. Close to amenities, on quiet street, parking, laun- dry. $1350 utilities included. Call Charles (905)201-6936 PICKERING 4-bedroom main ﬂ oor apartment in South Pickering bungalow, large eat-in kitchen, separate laundry, parking, close to all amenities. $1200/month plus half utilities. Call (905)767- 1240 to book a viewing ap- pointment. PORT PERRY detached 3- bedroom, 2 1/2 bathrooms, MF laundry, large private yard with view. $1400/mo. + utilities. No pets/no smoking. First,last, references. Available immediately. 905- 985-3001. WHITBY 3-BDRM, 1-full bath, 2-pc ensuite & powder room, ﬁ replace. Fenced yard. 1 car garage. Off Bassett- North. Available-now. No pets/smoking. $1275/mo plus utilities. First/last/Referenc- es. (905)430-0249. WHITBY, 3-bdrm mainﬂ oor bungalow, 5-appliances, a/c, parking, shows well. Central location. $1250/mo+utilities. Smoke-free home, no pets. References. Call Bo Gustafs- son, Sales Representative, Sutton Group Tower Reality, 416-783-5000 Townhouses for RentT AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town-house, 3-bedroom $999+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. TOWNHOUSES. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near shopping, res- taurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434- 3972 www.realstar.ca OPEN HOUSE TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom town- houses. Ensuite laundry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private back- yards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Sim- coe St.) Ask about our move- in specials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca Townhouses for RentT PICKERING 3-BEDROOM 1-1/2 baths end unit town- house, with balcony. Across from Pickering Town Centre. Very clean. Available March 1st. $1380/mo+ hydro. (905)839-3087. SPACIOUS 3-BDRM Central Oshawa, excellent condition, appliances, rec-room, $1330/incl, ﬁ rst/last. Call Martin (416)318-2763 or (905)728-1420 WAVERLY/ROSSLAND- 3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom townhomes, renovated interi- or & exterior, available in friendly family-oriented com- plex. Immediate. $1050- $1150+utilities. 2-appliances, hardwood ﬂ ooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Con- tact Bob at 905-240-4942. Rooms for Rent & WantedR OSHAWA, MARY/TAUN- TON. Large furnished room in townhouse, near mall, res- taurants, $500 / month inclu- sive. Available immediatley. (905)579-7964 PICKERING, large room in quiet home, near GO, Town Centre, share kitchen, bath- room & laundry, parking avail. No smoking/pets, $490./month. avail. immedi- ately. (905)839-1078, (905)579-0040 PICKERING, VALLEY Farm/Kingston Rd. Fur- nished rooms for rent. $450- $500 month. Utilities, park- ing, cable and laundry fa- cilities included. Close to amenities. No pets/smoking. Call (905)831-7909 PRIVATE, QUIET furnished room, in Whitby, Taun- ton/Brock. Includes laundry, all utilities and parking. Suitable for a mature working individual. $500/month. Available immediately. (905)655-3253 SALEM/BAYLY, furnished room, in quiet family home. Female preferred, non smok- er. Own washroom, pool, hot tub, laundry facilities, park- ing. $450/month, no pets. 289-892-2985. SHARE AJAX or Pickering House, clean quiet adult oc- cupied. Furnished, cable TV, internet, house phone, laun- dry, parking. First/last. Smok- ing outside/no pets. from $425/inclusive, no lease, www.sharemyhouse.ca 905- 391-3809. WHITBY, Rossland/Ander- son, Large newly furnished room in executive home, share kitchen and bath, non smoking gentleman pre- ferred. Available immediate- ly. Call (905)430-2606. Shared Accommodation AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2-males. Near all amenities, bed/sitting room, cable/internet, parking in- cluded. Available immediate- ly, ﬁ rst/last, $450/mo inclu- sive, Viewing (905)433-4285 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide, share clean quiet home. Fur- nished room, TV/cable, laundry, parking etc. Ideal for mature working male. NO SMOKERS/ PETS. Im- mediate. $550/month inclu- sive. (905)720-1533, (905)767-5839 Vacation Properties SELL/RENT YOUR TIME- SHARE NOW!!! Mainte- nance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No commis- sions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatime- share.com 1-866-708-3690 Mobile Homes & ParkM AFFORDABLE LIVING, $69,900! 2 bedroom mobile home completely renovated inside. Great location between Cobourg and Port Hope. 5 appliances includ- ed. Large lot, big deck. Private sale. Call for viewing (905) 885-7278. CompanionsC Big-Sister Companion Needed: Suitable for mature, creative female willing to organize and assist in fun activities for learning-disabled woman. Educational background asset. License, Vehicle, Criminal Check required. Email Resume KPavleti@uwo.ca Personals SWF AGE 68 would like to meet SM age 68 or older who enjoys dining, dancing. swimming and casual outings. Please send replies to File #373, Oshawa This Week, 865 Farewell St., Oshawa. L1H 7L5 Nannies Live-in/out FULL-TIME NANNY, live-in required for 2 children, 3 and 8, Pickering. Completion of high school or equivalent. w/experience of min. 1 year. References. Call (905)837- 5502 LIVE-IN CAREGIVER re- quired full-time for 2 chil- dren. Light housekeeping and cooking. contact by email: golfballmd@yahoo.ca LIVE-IN NANNY for 2 chil- dren (3 & 1yrs. old). Bathing, feeding, teaching, cleaning, laundry, ironing, cooking. Ajax. $9.25/hr. Digna/Amina 905-235-1637 Daycare Available QUALITY DAYCARE available. Westney & Dela- ney, excellent rates, now is the time to look for a good caregiver. All ages, full or part-time, days or Sat., homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy en- vironment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905) 686-8719 Articles for SaleA 2 SINGLE beds, head/book- case, mattress, railings, etc. $100/each. Like new, only 3 years old. (905)619-2078 6 TEAK CHAIRS need rein- forcement, 1 rocking chair $40 each 905-427-5986 ADVERTISE Nationally to approximately 12 million households in North Ameri- ca's best suburbs! Place your classiﬁ ed ad in over 900 suburban newspapers. Call Oshawa This Week 905-576- 9335 for further information. AFFORDABLE Appliances, 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 Reconditioned Appliances. Showroom Sales Person- salary+ comm. Ser- vice Technician required. (905)728-4043. APPLIANCES, Buy, Sell & Service. Refrigerator, stove, heavy duty washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dry- er. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. (905)903-4997 BED, ALL new Queen ortho- pedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 BUFFALO. ALL NATURAL, organic, government inspect- ed. All cuts fresh frozen. Orders taken for 1/4 or 1/2 carcasses or by the lb. Star- tek Buffalo Farms, 2011 Shirley Road, Port Perry, 905-985-3384. CONSTRUCTION EQUIP- MENT B.E. Larkin Equip- ment Ltd. Kubota Construc- tion, New Holland Construc- tion used equipment. Dur- ham, Clarington, Northum- berland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 Articles for SaleA FURNACES: FACTORY Direct, 92.1% High-Efﬁ cien- cy, from $1599, 95% High Efﬁ ciency from $1799 (In- stalled). Furnaces qualify for Government Rebates. Gas Lines, BBQ, Stoves, $179/15ft Installed. 416-303- 1329. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guaranteed. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUBS, 2008 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacriﬁ ce $3,900. 416-779- 0563. MODCHIPS SUPPLIED and installed. Wii $125; XBOX360 $75; PS2 $100. Allows your console to play backup copies. Call Mike (North Oshawa) 905-626- 0542. Check website du- rhammods.com NEW COUNTERTOPS ONLY $15ft. Custom made to your order, installed, de- livered, or picked up. www.Prestolam.com. Dis- count Quality Countertops 905-372-8969. discountqua- litycountertops@hotmail.com PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acous- tic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905- 427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com POOL TABLE, professional series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Comput- ers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit ap- plication refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLI- ANCES 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 re- conditioned appliances available. Call us today, Ste- phenson'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. Locat- ed 2 minutes off 401 be- tween Oshawa & Bowman- ville Call 905-436-1024 www.courticeﬂ eamarket.com Articles WantedA WANTED-GOLD. Broken, scrap, any 10k, 14k, 18k, 22k. The market is high, we pay top money!! Rock Bottom Deals, 22 Simcoe St.N, (Downtown Oshawa) (905)436-1320. Pets, Supplies, Boarding A&R COUNTRY KENNEL Licensed/health guarantee, shih-poos, eskie-poo, pom- poo www. arcountrykennel.com (613)332-6232. BEAUTIFUL Goldendoodle babies, 1 girl, 4 boys with gorgeous, extremely low shed, silky coats. Great family pets. Call 705-437- 2790, www.doodletreasures. com CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS. CKC registered, vet checked, tattooed, dewormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. Pets, Supplies, Boarding MANCHESTER TERRIER (Toy) CKC registered, fe- male, all shots, dewormed, micro-chipped. 7-months, very sweet. Call (905)243- 5996. Cars for Sale 1981 CORVETTE, 350, auto, good body, drive train A1, needs some interior work. $12000 cert. or best offer (905)987-4140 1996 FORD PROBE GT, 152K, $2999. 1997 Firebird, 167K, $4999. 1998 Honda Prelude, 145K, $4999. 1999 Concord, 139K, $2999. 1996 GMC 2500 4x4, 6.5 Turbo Diesel Pick-up, $5499. Others from $1499 up. Certiﬁ ed & e-tested, free 6 month warranty. (Kelly & Sons Since 1976) 905-683- 7301 or 905-424-9002. www.kellyandsons auto.com Cars for Sale NEED A CAR? 100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca Cars WantedC ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week any- time. 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 Births Death Notices Auctions LANG, Roger Richard - passed away at Ajax Pickering General Hospital on February 24th, 2009 at age 79. Roger, beloved husband of Christine for 54 years, loving father of Brenda (Mike), Bruce (Patti), Carol (Bruce), Maria (Ken), Denise (Rick), David (Maureen) and Glenn (Sue). Proud and loving Papa of Monica (Andrew), Warren, Keith (Kristan), Neil (Tanya), Jake (Christine), Kevin, Kristin, Shannon (Dave) Laura, Michael, Matthew, Jason, Natasha, Devin, Scott, Melissa, David, Christopher, Rebecca, Emily and Richard. Great Grandfather of Nathan, Kaitlyn, Holly and Ella. Roger will be sadly missed by his extended family and friends. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr Baker and the 2 East staff at Ajax Pickering Hospital for their care and compassion for Roger. In lieu of ﬂ owers, donations to the Ajax Pickering Hospital, Maternal Newborn Services, 580 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax would be greatly appreciated. Friends will be received at ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario on March 7th, 2009 from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. A Celebration of Roger's life will take place at 12 p.m in the chapel of the funeral home, a reception will follow. WILKINS, Terry - Passed away after a brief illness on Sunday March 1, 2009 at Lake- ridge Health Oshawa in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Dorothy Wilkins (nee Miller). Loving father of Mike (Julie) and Stephanie (Scott). Terry will also be sadly missed by sisters Wendy, Nancy, and Kathy, extended family members, and friends. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax), 905-428-8488 on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service at St. Paul's United Church (65 Kings Cres., Ajax, ON) on Thursday March 5, 2009 at 11:00 am. Should family or friends so desire, donations to St. Paul's United Church or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family. A book of condolences may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca DEATH NOTICE LISTINGS For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us online: communitynotices.ca or Daily Death Notices Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200927 AP Ajax-Pickering Lacrosse Registration 2009 Registration! Saturday March 7th and Sunday March 8th, 2009 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Don Beer Arena – Main Lobby 940 Dillingham Rd., Pickering Never played? Enhance your hockey skills! Develop your co-ordination and speed! Make life long friends! Visit us on-line at: www.westdurhamlacrosse.com Contact us at: 905-999-ROCK (7625) NEW PLAYERS Please bring a copy o f y our Birth Certifi cate to Registration . ALL PLAYERS A Parent or Guardian must be present to sign regis t r a t i o n c a r d. Register for Tryouts on Representative Teams During Registration for House League and Field. Instructional Practice plus Games – Players are taught the skills, rules and strategies of Box Lacrosse at the House League level, and then have an opportunity to further develop those skills at the Rep level. AGE GROUPS Player age groups are as follows: (as of December 31st in year of play) Peanut ............ 4, 5 & 6 year olds .... 2003 to 2005 Tyke ................ 7-8 year olds ........... 2001 to 2002 Novice ............. 9-10 year olds ......... 1999 to 2000 Pee-Wee ......... 11-12 year olds ....... 1997 to 1998 Bantam ........... 13-14 year olds ....... 1995 to 1996 Midget ............. 15-16 year olds ....... 1993 to 1994 Intermediate ... 17-21 year olds ....... 1988 to 1992 $130–Peanut; $165–Tyke & Up; $120–Field. FINALFINAL REGISTRATION!REGISTRATION! ANNANDALEANNANDALE Call 905-683-3210 TRY A CURLING PARTY only $10.00 per person Great winter fundraiser or get together ONTARIO HOCKEY LEAGUE Generals clinging to playoff spot Northern trip yields pair of losses BY BRIAN MCNAIR bmcnair@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- The Oshawa Generals let an excellent opportunity to solidify a playoff spot slip past this weekend. Playing up north against two of the weak- er teams in the Ontario Hockey League, the Generals came away empty-handed, fall- ing 4-3 to the Sudbury Wolves Friday and 3-2 to the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds Sat- urday. The loss to the Wolves was particularly damaging, as it allowed Sudbury to move two points ahead of the Generals in the Eastern Conference standings. So, with six games remaining for all three teams, the Wolves are in seventh place with 56 points, followed by the Generals with 54 and the Peterborough Petes with 53. In other words, Sunday’s game at the General Motors Centre is shaping up to be one of huge playoff implications, as the Generals and Petes square off at 6:05 p.m. But Chris DePiero, head coach and gen- eral manager of the Generals, isn’t ready to look that far ahead, with games Thursday in Barrie and Friday at home against the Belleville Bulls. “Our whole approach has been about going step by step, game by game,” says DePiero. “It’s not about what game is three games from now or two games from now. Right now we have to worry about the Bar- rie Colts and, from our perspective, that’s all that counts at this point. I don’t want to get too far ahead and the guys don’t want to get too far ahead.” DePiero was pleased enough with the effort turned in this past weekend, espe- cially on Friday, when the Generals pep- pered 46 shots at Wolves goalie Andrew Loverock Friday, 20 alone in a desperate third-period comeback bid. But, despite a two-goal, three-point night from Brett Parnham and a power-play goal by Jeff Brown with 12:15 remaining, the Generals couldn’t overcome a 4-2 Wolves lead built on a pair of goals by Matt Dias in the second period. It was another tight game Saturday, as the Greyhounds snapped a 1-1 tie with two goals early in the third period before Alex- ander Denezhkin scored the final goal for the Generals with 7:32 remaining. “Unfortunately it’s a break here and a break there that right now we’re not get- ting,” explained DePiero, who believes all four of the games during a current losing streak could have gone the other way. GENERALLY SPEAKING -- Michael Zador made both weekend starts, facing 38 shots Friday and 36 more Saturday... Rob- ert Kousal scored his seventh goal of the season Saturday, a power-play marker that opened the scoring... Brett Parnham now has 43 goals, second in the OHL behind former teammate John Tavares, who has 52... Jeff Brown had three weekend points, giving him 14 in 13 games in February... Victor Terreri assisted on Kousal’s goal, his first point in five games a General. $29 PLUS GST You can get any birth notice, birthday, wedding, anniversary or engagement notice published. LIMIT OF 50 WORDS. PLEASE SEND MILESTONE SUBMISSIONS TO ejackson@durhamregion.com BY TUESDAY AT 4 PM FOR THURSDAY PUBLICATION. MILESTONES PREPAYMENT IS REQUIRED. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL ERIN JACKSON AT 905-683-5110 CONGRATULATIONS To Mike and Lisa on their recent wedding. Wishing you many happy years ahead. EXHIBITORS WANTED Home & Garden Show March 13, 14 & 15 Contact Wendy ext. 2215 or Devon ext. 2236, 905-579-4400 ------------------------------------------------ Metro East Spring Home & Garden Show March 27, 28, 29 Pickering Markets Trade Centre Contact Audrey 905-426-4676 ext. 257 www.showsdurhamregion.com ------------------------------------------------ Fast & Furious Northumberland Motor Sports Show April 4 & 5 Contact Chantelle 905-372-0947 Email: cmcbridennews@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------ Durham Parent Baby & Kids Show Sat April 11 Ajax Convention Centre Contact Audrey 905-426-4676 ext. 257 www.showsdurhamregion.com ------------------------------------------------ Family Health & Lifestyle Show April 18 & 19 McKinney Centre - Whitby Contact Devon ext. 2236 or Cara ext. 2212, 905-579-4400 ------------------------------------------------- Spring Home & Leisure Show April 25 & 26 Baltimore Community Centre Contact Chantelle 905-372-0947 Email: cmcbridennews@gmail.com Cars WantedC ! !!$ WHITTLE SCRAP Solu- tions. We pay cash for all your unwanted scrap! Auto- mobiles 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. Minor re- pairs. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686- 1771; 416-896-7066 CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES Cars WantedC $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)831-7399 1-866-256-2883 Vans/ 4-Wheel DriveV 1998 PLYMOTH Voyager EXT Van. $1400. 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Call Classifieds Ajax at 683-0707 or fax 579-4218 Service Directory newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 4, 200928 AP vV ILLAGE CHRYSLER – If you lose your job, all our vehicles are backed by our walk-away protection plan.* WE WANT YOUR TRADE, ALL MAKES, ALL MODELS, ALL YEARS! 1-888-527-4929 NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST. W.(AT MONARCH AVE.) SALES HOTLINE ronb@villagechrysler.ca VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP Weekly payments are based on $0 down OAC. Interest is based on variable rate at 5.99%. Model car 2004 to 2005 60 months, 2006 to 2007 72 months, 2008 and newer based on 84 months. Finance example: $10,000 for 60 months COB is $1898, payments are $38.23. *We are an authorized dealer for Walkaway Insurance 12 months with all the vehicles. Please call dealer for more information. NO FEAR RON IS HERE! NO CREDIT? SLOW CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? 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