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On Wednesday night, it was a flurry of See PICKERING page 8 JASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND AJAX -- Members of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets 244 Harwood, including, front row from left, civilian instructor Laura Brooks and Able Seamen Megan Fairless, Sabrina Cane and Amanda Iliadis, prepared March 10 for their 10-day trip to the Northwest Territories beginning March 11.Ajax-Pickering cadets head northward TWENTY-TWO TEENS OFF TO NORTHWEST TERRITORIES TIME CHANGE Spring forward The clocks move ahead an hour Saturday night NEWS 10 Presto chango Magician’s rabbit hopes to pull new home from hat SPORTS 24 Top of the class Pickering hoopster honoured for college play durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 20102 AP Voters to be asked how chairman chosen BY KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Voters could have a say in how Durham Region’s chairman is selected. By a 15-8 vote (with five councillors absent), Regional councillors Wednesday approved a motion that could see a referendum ques- tion on municipal ballots in October. The question would ask residents if they favour having the chair- man selected by a general vote. Currently, at its inaugural meeting following the municipal election, Regional councillors vote on a chairman. “A lot of residents want the opportunity to debate the issue,” Pickering Councillor Bonnie Littley said. “Let the residents of Durham decide if they want a directly elected chairman.” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said, “The people have the right to be consulted on something so elementary. The present system made sense in 1974 (when the Region was formed). Almost 40 years later, it doesn’t make sense.” In 2006, Pickering, Ajax and Oshawa included a ques- tion on the ballot and 88 per cent of voters supported having an elected chairman. Oshawa Councillor Brian Nicholson said the 28 Regional councillors “aren’t collectively the wisdom of Durham Region. We are just citizens. If you vote against it, you’re saying you don’t trust (the public’s) judgment.” Ajax Councillor Colleen Jordan said, “It’s important each municipality has the same question on the ballot. It gives us a snapshot in time. To say no, a councillor is saying they don’t want to hear what residents want to say. You have to change with the times. It’s called progress.” She added 54 per cent of the property tax bill covers regional services. But some politicians were outspoken against direct election of the chair- man. Brock Councillor John Grant said residents in the three northern municipalities “feel fairly disenfranchised now and we’ll be losing more of that. We’ll have party politics and we’ll lose our independence as munici- pal councillors.” Scugog Councillor Jim McMillen said, “The farm community, they don’t want anything to do with an elected chairman and neither does our coun- cil. We voted no way.” Whitby Mayor Pat Perkins said, “As much as I don’t disagree, I can’t sup- port the Region dictating to the local tier on how to go about it.” Coun. Littley said, “I understand that argument. This needs to be asked or this will never go away. We need to ask everybody the same question at the same time.” Before the question can be added on the ballot, Regional council has to pass a bylaw asking local municipalities to include the question. Also, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing must approve the question. Page 6 - Today’s editorial POLITICS Durham-wide referendum in the offing THE QUESTION “Are you in favour of the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham pass- ing the necessary resolutions and bylaws to change the method of selecting its Chair from appointment by the members of Regional Council to election by general vote of all electors in the Region?” YES NO The people have the right to be consulted on something so elementary. Ajax Mayor Steve Parish durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 20103 AP Financing Available. YES YOU CAN! Receive up to $3830 in Government Rebates & Manufacturer Rebates With the purchase of a High Ef ciency Gas Furnace & Air Conditioner *ASK ABOUT OUR BEST VALUE, FOR THE BEST PRICE, GUARANTEE Find us online: advantageairtech.com Pickering/Ajax 1895 Clements Rd. Unit # 135, Pickering 905-683-4477 Oshawa/Whitby 905-571-2377 CALL NOW FOR MORE DETAILS Est. Since 1987 SALEKITCHEN CABINETS KITCHEN GALLERY Great value just got better... 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Constable Glen Turpin, 40, could lose his job as a result of his actions in March of 2006, Superior Court Justice Myrna Lack said in handing the veteran cop a suspended sen- tence March 11. “He faces a potential loss of employment, which is a daunting prospect for him,” Justice Lack said. Justice Lack found Const. Turpin guilty of assault causing bodily harm and uttering a threat after a judge-alone trial in late 2009. Court heard Const. Turpin “grounded” a pris- oner, pushing the man to the floor of a cell at the Whitby police station. The Crown alleged an enraged Const. Turpin deliberately assault- ed the intoxicated man, who sustained a gash over his eye that required nine stitches. The man had earlier been tossed out of a downtown Whitby bar and was making a dis- turbance when Const. Turpin and his female partner arrived, court heard. Const. Turpin tried to talk the man into going home and sleeping it off but the man persisted in his behaviour and was taken into custody. On the way to the station. the man bashed his head against a Plexiglas barrier in the cruiser and showered the cops with foul language, Justice Lack said Thursday. “He hurled disgusting epithets at Mr. Turpin and his partner,” she said. At trial, the man admitted he’d been drunk and belligerent. Justice Lack noted that the man hadn’t filed a for- mal complaint against Const. Turpin until two years after the incident, when he was approached by police. Prosecutor Paula Thompson had sought a six-month jail term for Const. Turpin, arguing that his position of trust in the community war- ranted harsher pun- ishment than might be given an ordinary citizen for a similar offence. Defence lawyer Bill MacKenzie cited case law that supported a conditional discharge. Thursday, Justice Lack said that while imprisonment was not warranted, the convic- tion had to be registered. She ordered Const. Turpin to serve two years’ probation, during which he is to perform 120 hours of commu- nity service. 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The health depart- ment also charged Ms. Tran with violations under the Health Promotion and Protection Act. “At this time, we have no evidence of trans- mission of infectious diseases, but because of the potential use of non-sterile equipment or improper infection control practices, there is risk which we believe to be relatively low,” said Ross MacEachern, manager of environ- mental health for the health department. “Therefore, we’re urging anyone who received acupuncture care at this facility to follow-up with their health-care provider on the recommended blood tests required to rule out blood-borne diseases such as hep- atitis B and C, and HIV. These blood-borne diseases can be present without symptoms and can be spread to others.” The health department is also asking people who received acupuncture at the spa to take precautions to stop the potential spread of infection, including using a condom for sex- ual activity and not sharing objects that may contain traces of blood such as razor blades, nail clippers, scissors, needles or syringes. These precautions should be followed for at least six months from the last time people received acupuncture at the facility. On Thursday afternoon, the salon was locked up, though a large banner still adver- tised acupuncture services. Additional adver- tising on the window suggested acupuncture and osteopathy for a variety of medical con- ditions including stroke, diabetes and infer- tility. For more information on blood borne dis- eases or blood tests, residents can contact the Durham Health Connection Line at 1-800- 841-2729. 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HEALTH Ajax spa clients urged to get blood-borne disease testing AJAX -- Clients of this Ajax business are being urged by Durham health depart- ment to get tested for HIV and hepatitis B and C. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 20105 P Continuing Education Your key to the World Being able to communicate easily with people in their language gives you an opportunity to get more out of travel or perhaps advance in your career. Courses available this spring include: • American Sign Language • Chinese - Mandarin • French • Spanish For more information check our website or call today. www.durhamcollege.ca/coned | 905.721.3052 Stop the Stink holds rally to get point across to Pickering-Scarborough East rep Wayne Arthurs BY KRISTEN CALIS kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- A letter is not enough to show substantial opposition to the ‘Big Pipe,’ residents say, and a number of them have asked Pickering-Scarborough East MPP Wayne Arthurs to do more. Around 70 people have signed a petition asking the MPP for more action regard- ing the pipe that takes sewage from mostly York and partly Durham to the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant in south Pickering for treatment. The petition reads as follows: “I am unsatisfied with MPP Wayne Arthurs’ current lack of efforts against the York-Durham Sewer system. I want Wayne Arthurs to take a strong personal stand, and support his Pickering residents by becom- ing actively involved with the opposition.” The petition was first circulated at a recent rally at Mr. Arthurs’s Pickering constituen- cy office at Kingston and Altona roads. Mr. Arthurs said in an interview he missed the protest as he was at a conference in Scar- borough that day. Pickering residents have been battling for nearly two years a proposed odour control facility that was originally planned to go near Cherrywood West as part of the expan- sion of the pipe. In the summer, the location of the facility was changed to just west of York-Durham Townline Road and north of Taunton Road. Unsatisfied, Pickering council in 2009 passed a number of resolutions asking the Province to delay its decision on the envi- ronmental assessment of the expansion until an acceptable location has been found for the facility. It’s also launched a legal bat- tle against York for breaching the memoran- dum of understanding York and Pickering signed in 2005, which stated York would act fairly and consult with residents, property owners and the City. Mr. Arthurs has written a letter asking the Ministry of the Environment John Gerret- sen to address resident concerns. “I ask that you ensure that ministry offi- cials fully understand the concerns, and that those officials take every opportunity to meet with the residents of Pickering and the City of Pickering council,” Mr. Arthurs said in the letter. Residents feel Mr. Arthurs can do more. “The goal generally is to have him take ownership of the issue, have him become more accountable, have him achieve some- thing substantial,” said Peter Rodrigues, Stop the Stink member and rally organizer. Mr. Arthurs said he advised residents close to the beginning of the battle how to address the situation with Durham Region, which successfully fought to have the facil- ity moved out of Pickering. Although he’s shared residents’ concerns with the minis- ter, he said it’s no longer a political debate and is now up Mr. Gerretsen, who’s cur- rently considering the EA. He’ll either find it meets all the requirements and approve it, it passes but needs conditions put on it, or it’s so far offside that he rejects it, Mr. Arthurs said. “I frankly don’t see the latter happening,” he said, adding he isn’t opposed to the Big Pipe, since it has a long history between York and Durham, and it, as well as the water pollution control plant, serves a num- ber of Durham and York residents. “It’s a reality of growth in the community,” he said. Residents are also asking Ajax-Pickering MPP Joe Dickson for his help in the matter. YORK-DURHAM SEWER CONTROVERSY Pickering residents ask for MPP’s help SUPPLIED PHOTO PICKERING -- Mike and Sandra Borie took part in a rally at the office of Pickering-Scarborough East MPP Wayne Arthurs recently to bring more attention to the issues regarding an odour control facility for the York-Durham sewage system. 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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 / letter writers are obliged to back up their statements with verifiable facts / 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 Yes, cardinals are singing these days, our local one a red smudge in the top of the hawthorne, glowing crimson in the slant- ing morning sun. Everywhere you go red-osier dogwood are getting redder and willow twigs yellow- er and deep purple buds of silver maples are bursting into bloom. But for the finest colours of early spring, find any open water where ducks are courting. Take binoculars and your camera and prepare to be amazed. Start with a common ordinary mallard. The drake is anything but ordinary now, his head a glossy emerald green, glorious enough for St. Patrick’s Day. A slim white necklace sets it off from the rich chestnut colour of his breast. And when he takes flight, silvery wings unfold to reveal a satin turquoise speculum -- a broad band of coloured feathers at the trailing edge, outlined in white. Add a bright yellow bill and red-orange feet, and it’s tough to find a more colourful bird in all of Canada. Male green-winged teal, just now arriving back in Durham marshes, have a swath of emerald green on the sides of their rufous head, and bright green speculums. In late March, northern shovelers will arrive in Durham ponds, most migrating through. Males have green heads, white chests and bold rufous flanks. In bright sunlight, at the right angle, you can see the green sheen on the head of a male common goldeneye, a hand- some black-and-white drake that in spring plumage has elegant black lines on its snowy folded wings. And talk about elegant. My husband and I were checking out the courtship contor- tions of red-breasted mergansers in Lake Ontario the other day -- watching them throw their heads back and stretch their necks, vying for attention from nearby females -- when he told me to take a look at some gadwalls. I did so rather reluctantly, since gadwalls are the most bland brown, uncolourful ducks of any, in my opinion. Not in spring, I discovered. From the intricate pink-gold streaking on the males’ folded wings to the fine char- coal dotting on their breasts, they were handsome indeed. Gorgeous, in fact. Hooded mergansers are gorgeous, too, the males’ velvety black plumage setting off a few bold white streaks, burnt-orange sides and the round white “hood” they raise when excited by a potential mate. They should already be in Durham wet- lands these days, arriving as soon as the first ice melts. A handful of drakes, crests erect, will be rushing any unpaired female. Soon they’ll be joined by the gaudiest, most colourful water bird of all, the wood duck. Red bill and red eye, yellow flanks, green “helmet” and back, chestnut throat, white stripes and streaks. Seeing a male wood duck turn iridescent in sunlight is enough to give anyone spring fever. Nature queries: (905) 725-2116 or mcarney@interlinks.net Durham outdoors writer Margaret Carney has more than 3,000 species on her life list of birds, seen in far- flung corners of the planet. In springtime, ducks are courting on open water Margaret Carney Elect the Durham chairman Finally, the overdue discussion on direct- ly electing the Durham Regional chair- man appears to be gaining traction among regional politicians. Officials voted 15-8 this week in favour of a motion to include a referendum question on municipal election ballots in the fall to gauge the public’s support of a directly elected chairman. The question will ask residents if they favour directly electing the chairman in a general vote as opposed the current prac- tice of 28 regional politicians deciding who will best serve. Durham Region has been transformed since its inception in 1974. Its population has grown exponentially, urban communi- ties have matured, employers have set deep roots and governments have presided over many changes and challenges. The outdated process of having a handful of politicians choose who will lead the top tier of government in Durham isn’t demo- cratic, lacks accountability and creates a gap in representative governance. It’s vitally important that this issue not be set aside in favour of political expedien- cy and that voters across Durham Region have a collective say -- all at the same time -- to determine the future of the chairman- ship. To that end, the question must be sim- ple, direct and universal in municipali- ties across the Region: Do you support the direct election of the Durham Region- al Chairman? Yes or No. Furthermore, the result must be binding. In the event of a yes vote, we expect that the necessary provin- cial legislation permitting the direct elec- tion is in place for the 2014 municipal elec- tion. It’s clear that there is some impetus for reform. Ajax, Pickering and Oshawa includ- ed a similar question on their municipal ballots in 2006 and voters were overwhelm- ingly in favour of direct election. Democratically choosing the chair is also bolstered by the fact that the Regional por- tion of property tax bills across Durham account for more than half of their totals. It’s true that municipal voter turnout is consistently low. But in relative terms, it is low for most elections so that’s not a com- pelling argument against direct election. Those who do cast ballots do so with con- viction and deserve to have their demo- cratic intentions honoured. It’s time for this issue to be settled, democratically and con- clusively. Let voters across Durham Region have their say, on the same question and on the same day. The future will greet us either way. It’s important that our political institutions are shaped and sustained by the people who fund the Regional municipality and its services. By directly electing the Region- al chairman, we honour our democratic heritage, build accountability into the rep- resentation, and create mandates for the men and women we elect to serve us. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 20107 AP PICKERING TOWN CENTRE 905-420-8000 Raise theWoof! Monday, March 15th - Friday, March 19th Help us support the Humane Society of Durham Region as they raise funds to rebuild their animal shelter after a tragic fire in 2008. Buy a plush pet for $5 and together we can Raise the Woof in 2010! 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Do you live in Pickering or Ajax? activity at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre in Ajax, where the group meets, as excited cadets sorted through bags of parkas, mukluks and mitts. Because the Ajax-Pickering cadets generally don’t need extreme cold gear, their command- ing officer borrowed arctic items from Canadian Forces Base Borden for the trip. Fifteen-year-old Christopher Mangas- er and 16-year-old Rebecca Fox were among the 22 teens going on the trip. “It’s part of an exchange, different corps in Canada go to different provinces,” said Christopher. The Ajax and Pickering cadets hosted a group from Quebec last year. “Basically we experience a different culture, living up there, it’s different from living down here,” said Christopher, add- ing the majority of people living in Fort Simpson are First Nations. Rebecca was expecting the worst and admitted she was a little nervous about going. “People say it’s not that cold, but I think it’s going to be freezing,” she said, adding she’s hoping to see the northern lights and perhaps a polar bear. The cadets have a number of activities planned while they’re there, including dog sledding. Since the group will be visiting army cadets, they’ll be participating in ori- enteering activities which involve using maps and compasses while finding their way. And they’ll do it wearing snow shoes. The visit also coincides with the Bea- vertail Jamboree, an annual festival in Fort Simpson that involves traditional games, snowmobile races and a talent show. The Ajax-Pickering cadets plan to participate in the talent show. Lieutenant Andrew Cherry, the com- manding officer for the Ajax-Pickering sea cadets, said the Department of National Defence is footing the bill for the trip. Lt. Cherry said the inter-provincial exchange program began 12 or 13 years ago. “It gets cadets moving across the coun- try meeting other cadets.” There’s a selection process each year and Lt. Cherry said the local cadets were lucky to nab the opportunity to go to the Northwest Territories. And it wasn’t just the teens who had to get used to the idea of heading north, but the parents as well. “Some of them were a little apprehen- sive, but they’ve all grown into it.” Rebecca said the visit to the Northwest Territories is just one of the trips she’s been on with sea cadets and the orga- nization has given her other opportuni- ties such as becoming a sailing coach, which would cost more than $30,000. She received the training for free through cadets. The cadets will arrive back home on March 15. They took maple leaf-shaped cookies, Olympic mitts and Olympic flags signed by the cadets as a gift for their counter- parts at Fort Simpson. COMMUNITY Pickering cadets on northern exchange FAST FACTS ON FORT SIMPSON • Founded as a fur trading settlement by the Hudson’s Bay Company in the early 1800s • Current population is 1,200 and the majority of residents are First Nations • Main languages spoken are English and South Slavey • The Slavey word for the town is Liidli Kue • Average high in March is -6.3 C and average low is -20.1 C People say it’s not that cold, but I think it’s going to be freezing. Rebecca Fox PICKERING from page 1 Executive director accepts cheque at latest council meeting PICKERING -- A representative from a local women’s shelter is thankful for the annu- al cheque Herizon House receives from a Pickering councillor’s charitable efforts. Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick John- son presented Catherine Carney White, the executive director of Herizon House, with a cheque for $5,000 at the latest council meet- ing. “We know that you can find a place to use it,” Coun. Johnson said upon handing over the cheque. 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If you have information about the investigation: CALL 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5232 (Major Crime Fraud Unit) CRIMESTOPPERS: Anonymous tips can be made to Durham police at 1-800-222-8477 CRIME Durham police warn of dating scam Mike Ruta Entertainment Editor mruta@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comEntertainment durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201020 AP Music mob muscles into Durham scene Group would help bands and bar owners BY KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- It’s an offer no musical band in Durham Region could refuse. The Durham Music Mob is a new orga- nization with the aim of promoting the live music industry in Durham. As founder Rob MacArthur put it, the mob is “bands helping bands helping the live music industry in Durham Region.” Mr. MacArthur, who plays in the Lor- raine Davies and Too Drunk to Fish Band, said, “It’s pretty tough for bands playing bars locally. The owners can’t pay much.” The going rate for a band in Durham is between $100 and $175 per player for the night, he noted. Bar owners can choose bands from the organization’s website or Facebook page. “No band can provide a crowd. We let everyone know we’re playing and hope they come out,” Mr. MacArthur stated. Mob bands cater to people in their 30s and 40s, offering country, rock, blues and music from the 1970s and 1980s. “It’s mostly rock. The bands play music people can dance to.” Another feature is the different bands would promote the other bands, again with the hope of building the live music industry, he noted. Bands also have a ‘Call It a Night,’ so if it’s a slow night, the band will stop playing and the band would only receive 75 per cent of its rate. Mr. MacArthur has been approaching bands to gauge interest. There are about a dozen bands now with the organiza- tion. “We want bands, because we’re trying to add to it.” The Mob can also help out if a band has to drop a booking for whatever reason. Another band will step in to fill the gig, he stated. Mr. MacArthur noted no one is making money from the group. “No fees, no commissions. Everyone is just helping everyone.” For more information, contact Mr. MacArthur at 905-424-0155 or by e-mail at info@robmac.org. METROLAND FILE PHOTO DURHAM -- The Durham Music Mob aims to promote the live music industry in Durham, providing bar owners with a list of avail- able bands and publicizing gigs, such as this one in Oshawa in 2008. The organization is looking for bands to sign on. RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND Around the world OSHAWA -- Durham Folklore Society storytellers, from left, Dianne Chandler, Doris Cherkas and Heather Whaley, prepared for World Storytelling Day. On March 17, the group will be hosting two concerts, a 2 p.m. show for the family and a 7 p.m. show for adults. Both shows take place at the Northview branch of Oshawa Public Libraries. The branch is located at 250 Beatrice St. E. RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND Exploring art PORT PERRY -- Artist Andrew Hamilton, the executive director of the Durham West Arts Centre, chatted with Jane Sweatman about how he uses a pochade box, creating plein air ‘pocket paintings’ when travelling as inspiration for his larger pieces. Mr. Hamilton’s show, titled Explorations, is on display at the Kent Farndale Gallery until April 9. The gallery is housed in the Scugog Memorial Public Library. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201021 AP Friday, March 12, 2010 Ajax & Pickering Locations Flyers in Today’s Paper If you did not receive your News Advertiser/fl yers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at 905-683-5117. 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Cross-country skiers, snow- shoers and dogsled racers all share more than 18 kilometres of well-marked trails at Long Sault Conservation Area, but even if you do nothing more athletic than walk the dog, these scenic hills on the Oak Ridges Moraine north of Bowmanville offer a great outdoor escape year round. Mixed forests pro- vide shelter for a variety of wild- life and with any luck you may even hear a robin. www.cloca. com. If a walk in the woods seems like a chilly proposition, imag- ine spending night after night sleeping outdoors under noth- ing more than a lean-to. At Pickering Museum Village, families are invited to explore the Settler Trail on March 17 to learn how the area’s pio- neers survived their early days as they searched out their free lands. Kids can take a compass from home to join in a naviga- tion game. Although most of the historic buildings will remain closed, visitors can warm up with a bowl of homemade soup at the old schoolhouse, www. cityofpickering.com/museum, 905-683-8401. A time-honoured Oshawa tra- dition attracting some 12,000 people every year, the maple syrup festival, March 13 to 21, 27 and 28, and April 3 and 4, at Pur- ple Woods Conservation Area provides a great excuse to enjoy pancakes and a horse-drawn wagon ride. A walk through the sugar bush reveals the network of blue plastic tubing leading downhill to the sugar shack and the sweet smells of the evapo- rator. Learn about sugar-mak- ing methods old and new and then enjoy a pancake breakfast. www.cloca.com. Eaten outdoors, a stack of syrup-soaked flapjacks is trans- formed into one of the season’s finest meals. You can enjoy your fill at Sunderland’s Maple Syrup Festival on March 27 and 28. The pancake-eating con- test happens Sunday morning in front of the Legion. A canine fashion show, bed races, craft show, clog dancers and trac- tor pull demo round out the weekend festivities, along with wagon rides drawn by an award- winning team of Belgian horses. And let’s not forget the tours of Harlaine Maple Sugar Bush; tickets will be sold at the public school where the craft show is held. www.maplesyrupfestival.ca. Betty Zyvatkauskas is a Durham Tourism writer. Look for her columns each month in This Week and her blog at www. newsdurhamregion.com. BETTY ZYVATKAUSKAS CELIA KLEMENZ / METROLAND UXBRIDGE -- Sharon Hambly, above, held up a rack of sam- ple bottles filled with maple syrup to check the grade at Siloam Orchards. Maple syrup is graded as light, medium, amber and dark. As the season progresses the syrup produced becomes darker and stronger in flavour. There is a four- to five- week window of sap collection each spring. At right, the buck- ets are already hanging on trees at the orchards, showing one method of collecting sap from the trees. Whitby’s Class Act Dinner Theatre stages The Sensuous Senator WHITBY -- If tabloid news has taught us anything in recent years, it’s that politicians often have secrets they’re anxious to keep from their constituents. And if that politician is a presidential candidate, anxiety turns into des- peration. And so it is with Senator Henry Douglas in The Sensuous Senator, at Class Act Dinner Theatre from March 6 to April 24. “(He’s) running for the pres- idency of the United States based on a moralityish platform and his home life is not up to what his public life professes to be,” says director Jim Neilly. Weeks before the vote, Doug- las arranges for his wife to be out of town for the weekend and, once she’s out the door, asks his shapely secretary, Veronica, to spend the night in his townhouse. She can’t make it, so he arranges for an escort for the evening. That’s a quick outline, but along the way there’s a tonne of laughs as the senator’s wife isn’t able to leave town as planned. And, typical of a Michael Parker play, twists and a surprise end- ing. The play features theatre vet- erans Mike Woodbridge, of Scarborough, Barry Neilson, of Ajax, and Whitby’s Graham Gauthier. Neilly’s a theatre vet himself with credits at Whitby Court- house Theatre and Oshawa Lit- tle Theatre. The Whitby man started acting in Durham in the early 80s and began direct- ing when he started working at Class Act around six years ago. Class Act Dinner Theatre is at 104 Consumers Dr. in Whitby. For tickets and more informa- tion, call 905-668-2229 or visit www.class-act.ca. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201022 AP www.herongate.com For Reservations, Information or Gift Certifi cates 905-472-3085 HERONGATE DINNER THEATRE CLIP AND SAVE BUY 5 GET 6th FREE MARCH 19 - MAY 1, 2010 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering The Complete Works Of Wllm Shkspr ABRIDGED! 15.00$PER COUPLE TILL APRIL 3IT’S A HIT! 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Seats are limited.Call Kimberley at (905) 426-6603 to RSVP or for more details for either of these events. 1645 Pickering Parkway Pickering,ON quality retirement living Ruth’s Appointment Calendar Used To Be The TV Guide Afew years ago, Ruth used to go to the movies with friends.After losing her driver’s license, new TV shows were the only things that broke up her day to day routine. Now that Ruth lives in a Chartwell residence, She’s learned how to use the game system instead of the TV remote control and every day is filled with new friends and experiences. Now her calendar is full To find out more call 905-426-6603or visit www.chartwellreit.ca PARKWAY Retirement Residence JASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND Guitar challenge WHITBY -- Guitar players like Humzah Shaikh, left, Beth Sands and Ryley Burns, geared up to aim for the world record of the largest guitar ensemble on May 27 at the GM Centre in Oshawa at 7 p.m. It costs $10 to register. For more information. go to www.breaktheguitarrecord.com. Pickering hoopster honoured by the OCAA BY SHAWN CAYLEY scayley@durhamregion.com PETERBOROUGH -- Jovain Wilson knows what it’s like to shoulder the load. For three years the 21-year-old Pickering native has done that on and off the court as the unquestioned leader of the Fleming Knights men’s basketball program. His efforts haven’t gone unnoticed by those within the Ontario Colleges Athletic Associa- tion. At the recent year-end banquet, Wilson was named a first-team all-star, an all-Canadian and to top it off the OCAA men’s basketball player of the year. “It was kind of interesting because they had three awards that were mine, so they just told me to stay up there and get them at the same time,” Wilson said with a laugh, recalling his experience at the banquet. Wilson, a 6-foot-2 guard and graduate of Dunbarton High School, led the OCAA’s East Division in scoring, averaging a shade under 23 points per game to go along with 8.9 rebounds and 1.7 steals for the 15-5 Knights. What’s more is the fact Wilson played most of the year dealing with some serious injury issues. In the first game of the second semester, Wilson suffered a dislocated shoulder, result- ing in a torn labrum that will require surgery to repair. Due to the severity of the injury, at one point Wilson had even walked away from the game. “I wasn’t even supposed to play,” he recalls. “At one point I actually quit the season. I quit the season because the whole shoulder inju- ry took a toll on me, obviously physically and definitely mentally. “Every time I played basketball I always would wonder how I’d get through a game. I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to take the ball strong at the defender because (the shoulder) could come out. “My game is attacking the basket and get- ting to the free throw line. I had to kind of ease up on that and try and be safe. It takes a toll on you mentally,” he adds. Wilson fought through the adversity, but at a cost. While discussing the torn labrum suf- fered in January, Wilson revealed that he is actually suffering from two such injuries, and due to the forthcoming surgery, will be absent from the Knights lineup next season. But not the sidelines. Knights’s coach Bill Crowdis, the man who convinced Wilson to join the program rather than head off to the University of Ottawa, has added the talented guard to his coaching staff for 2010-11. Crowdis, a Hall of Fame basketball player at Durham College, anticipates Wilson’s addi- tion to the coaching staff will do wonders for his roster. “They will respect him for not only the per- son he is but the player he has proven to be in this league,” Crowdis says. “That’s going to be invaluable to us, to have a coach a little less removed from the game.” For his part, Wilson, who hopes to return to the court at some point in the not-so-distant future, is looking forward to the new chal- lenge ahead. “I just finished playing with a lot of these guys, so it’s going to be interesting,” Wilson admits. “I was their leader on the court and now I am kind of going to be their leader off the court in taking a different approach to the game.” But before the coaching career starts, Wilson is in the running for one more player award: CCAA National Player of the Year. It will be handed out in advance of next week’s national championship tournament in Alberta. Reflecting on it all, Wilson was quick to note he hasn’t reached such lofty heights on his own. In addition to Crowdis’s influence, Wilson’s parents, Joan Wilson and Lester Cutting, have played their part. “My parents have played a big role in help- ing me succeed,” said Wilson, who also nar- rowly missed an academic all-Canadian hon- our from the OCAA.durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201024 AP Sports Brad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.com BASKETBALL Oakwood wins OFSAA gold OSHAWA -- It’s small consolation, but it took the best team in the province to eliminate a couple of Ajax high schools at the OFSAA Quad-A senior boys’ bas- ketball championships. Both J. Clarke and Pickering were defeated by the eventual champions of the tournament, as Oakwood Collegiate claimed gold on Wednesday night with a 47-34 victory over St. Thomas More of Hamilton. Oakwood, seeded sixth heading into the 18-team tournament held in Oshawa Monday through Wednesday, had a splendid run, knocking off the top three seeds in Pickering (#1), Mother Teresa (#2) and J. Clarke (#3) during their march to the gold medal. Pickering lost both of its games, opening with a 55-53 setback to the eventual silver medallist St. Thomas More, then fell 52-44 to Oakwood. J. Clarke registered wins of 70-39 over Nantyr Shores and 60-57 over St. Edmund Campion before falling in the quarterfinals 75-72 in overtime to Oak- wood. In the bronze medal game, Mother Teresa edged Vaughan 67-65. OCAA BASKETBALL Wilson tops in the province PHOTO BY NICOLE OSBORNE PETERBOROUGH -- Pickering’s Jovain Wilson of the Fleming Knights won the OCAA player of the year award for men’s basketball. FOOTBALL Akeem Foster among top CFL draft prospects DURHAM -- A pair of locals will be strut- ting their stuff in front of Canadian Football League evaluators this weekend. Ajax’s Akeem Foster, a star receiver for St. Francis Xavier and a two-time Hec Crighton Trophy winning quarterback from Pickering, and Erik Glavic of the Universi- ty of Calgary, are among those competing in the Canadian Football Scouting’s 2010 National Invitational Combine. The combine begins Friday. At 6-foot-5 and 208 pounds, Foster brings good size to the receiver position and is coming off a solid year at St. FX. In 10 games he hauled 48 catches for 748 yards and six touchdowns and earned first-team all-Canadian status from the CIS. According to a prospect tracker from the CFL’s official website, Foster is consid- ered to be the ninth-best player available for the draft and second among receivers. Glavic, meanwhile, is a CFL free agent, having already passed through the draft. However, he and fellow quarterback invites Danny Brannagan of Queen’s and Justin Dunk of Guelph were called to the camp by the CFL in order to give them another opportunity to showcase their tal- ents. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201025 AP S p ringauction COMING MARCH 21st It’s never been so easy to purchase products or services in an online auction. It’s as simple as browsing, registering, bidding & collecting! Our system will even manage your bids for you ensuring that you win your product at the lowest possible price. Watch for further info over the next week! Up for auction are gift certiﬁcates for pools and hot tubs, furniture, artwork, heating and air conditioning, electronics, jewellery, sporting equipment, tickets to attractions, restaurant gift certiﬁcates & MORE! 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Ch b t Li it d Editi P i t ( auction HOCKEY Ajax tykes share ice with Gary Roberts Former NHLer practises, shares experiences BY KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com AJAX -- It’s been a memorable sea- son for the Ajax Knights tyke White team. On Tuesday, the seven and eight- year-olds practised with former NHLer Gary Roberts, although some of the players had to be told who he was. It’s the same team that was in the Pittsburgh area playing in a tour- nament when the arena roof col- lapsed. No one was injured in the February incident. Roberts skated with the team and helped the coaches run drills with the boys. He was contacted by the NHL alumni association about taking part in the Scotiabank NHL Alumni Skills Contest. “They called me and asked if I would come and spend an evening with the boys,” he said. Roberts wanted to talk to the boys about “how special the game is. I remember these days. It was a long time ago. It was the best days in hockey for me.” Team coach Gary Maclean said the boys were “pretty excited” about practising with the former hockey player. Although, he admit- ted, the coaches had to tell some of the boys who Roberts was. Sean Howard was excited about practising with Roberts because “he’s an NHL player and we’re gong to have fun.” Jackson Maclean was “excited. I’ve never seen a hockey player come into our practice.” Adam Woodard said it was “great because most people don’t get to practise with an NHL player, so it’s special.” Michael Roche plays defence and he was excited “because I like Gary Roberts.” Connor Hladik said, “Yeeesss” when asked if he was excited. “Because he played for our home team once and he’s an NHL play- er.” Goalie Riley Shore, defenceman Joshua Jeffrey and centre Nelson Inacio were excited because they had never met an NHL player before. Scott Valentin told his friends at school he would be skating with an NHL player, and they thought it was “pretty cool.” Matthew Dodson was excited “because I went to one of his games and I saw he was trying the hard- est.” Peyton Lee was happy to be prac- tising with an NHL player. Ryan Shore was excited “because when we went to Pittsburgh, the building fell and I was excited we got out.” Joshua Thomas was excited because “it’s my first time meeting Gary Roberts.” Jayden Gibbs was excited “because he’s my dad’s favourite hockey player and I like watching him play.” Liam Layton was excited “because we get to meet an NHL player and my mom absolutely loves Gary Roberts.” Tina Layton, the team’s manag- er, said, “It’s absolutely true. I love him, love him.” The coaches were told they had been selected prior to the Pitts- burgh trip. Following the practice, Roberts spoke to the team about the impor- tance of being active and getting away from hockey over the sum- mer. “Don’t sit inside playing video games and watching TV. Get out and enjoy your summer. I know how excited I was in September (when hockey would resume),” Roberts said. “Get out, get some fresh air, get active and play hockey when the season comes.” The 43-year-old still gets on the ice, having played shinny Tuesday afternoon. “Work hard, but most of all, have fun,” he said. “I was thrilled to come and skate with you guys tonight.” JASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND AJAX -- NHL alumni Gary Roberts spent Tuesday night with the Ajax Knights Tyke White minor boys’ hockey team at the Ajax Community Centre as part of the Scotiabank NHL Alumni Skills Contest. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201026 AP CONTINUING EDUCATION Need Management Training? Learn practical and transferable managerial skills, attitudes, behaviours and knowledge which can be valuable in obtaining and retaining careers in today’s fast-changing management environment. Call 905.721.2000 ext. 3063 for further details www.durhamcollege.ca/coned Insurance Accredited Courses 65+ Refresher Courses Fire Fighter Specials Air Brake CoursesAir Brake Courses Oshawa Campus – March 20-21Oshawa Campus – March 20-21 Peterborough Campus – March 27-28Peterborough Campus – March 27-28 Oshawa Campus – April 10-11Oshawa Campus – April 10-11 Oshawa • Peterborough • Lindsay CampusOshawa • Peterborough • Lindsay Campus 1-800-753-22841-800-753-2284 Recruiter Day SGT 2000 is recruiting AZ Drivers March 16th, 2010 at 2:30pm Call for registration 1-800-753-2284 Oshawa Campus - 199 Wentworth St. E. StonCor Group, a Fortune 500 Construction Products Company, has an immediate position available for a Sales Professional working out of our Whitby Head Ofﬁ ce. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE • Excellent understanding of the speciﬁ cation and tendering marketplace • Construction background an asset • Exceptional communication skills • Computer literate, professional, positive attitude and the ability to work in a team environment We offer competitive salary, beneﬁ ts and an excellent potential for advancement. Send your background proﬁ le and salary expectations in conﬁ dence to: 95 Sunray Street • Whitby, • ON L1N 9C9 Fax (905) 430-0318 Email : kwinkelhorst@stoncor.com www.stoncor.ca Career Training INVESTIGATORS NEEDED. Our next 3-day surveillance training courses is April 27 to April 29. $650 per course. Job placement Assistance. Surveillance Consultants. Call Hal, Retired Toronto Po- lice S/Sgt. 416-716-3107 Careers WE ARE LOOKING FOR key people to expand our ﬁ - nancial services business in this area. Experience not necessary. We will train. Call Peter 905-626-1094. Drivers OWNER OPERATOR & COMPANY AZ DRIVER for Cobourg based company, to run US/ Western Canada, paid percentage, must have 3yrs min. Fax resume: 905-377-1479, call (905)377-1407. General Help $15/HR. PART TIME evenings, ﬂ exible hrs. Own vehicle. Sales experience an asset. Call after 4pm 905- 686-9607 ext. 305 HELP AN ADOLESCENT in need! Become a foster par- ent with New Life Foster Care Agency Inc. Experi- ence preferred, good remu- neration. Please contact (905)623-4802. Career Training General Help ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good beneﬁ ts and salary. Please fax resume to (905) 619-2901 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CLEANER REQUIRED for busy Ajax Repair Shop. Pre- vious experience preferred. may suit semi-retired person. Fax resume to: 905-686- 8546 HAIR STYLIST & MAKE-UP Artist Looking for experi- enced hair stylist, preferably with clientele, Make-up artist, part-time for well established elegant Salon, downtown Oshawa. Please call Mrs. Weiss (905)436-6333 MODELS, ACTORS & Enter- tainers needed for agency. Experience not necessary. Looking for Durham's Next Top Model. Please call 905- 655-2436 or 905-655-7759 ORDER TAKERS needed $25/hr avg. Full time!! We train you! Call: (905) 435- 0518 PART-TIME WORK. $16 base/appt, ﬂ exible sched- ules, no experience neces- sary, ideal for students, inter- viewing this week. ptf9.com or (905) 426-7726. SEEKING TUTORS Kinder- garten to Grade 12, OCT, EA's, Math/Science pre- ferred. Forward resume to: jfry@tutordoctor.com Career Training General Help PAVING SALES - Reputable Pavement Company looking for experienced, self-motivat- ed, asphalt salesperson. All commissions paid guaran- teed on time. Call Gold Seal 905-435-6673. RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS NEEDED: approx. 9am-3pm. Competitive wages, staff are employees and insured. Ve- hicle required. Please call 905-655-7563 or visit www.werecleaninggreen. com Career Training General Help SALES REPRESENTATIVE for growing company, pri- marily rooﬁ ng on the west side of Toronto and commis- sion based. Fax in your resume to 905-420-3061 SCHEDULERS REQUIRED. $18 per hr/ avg. rate. Regis- tration Professionals. 12 im- mediate openings. No exp. necessary. Training Provid- ed. 905-435-1052 WANT TO MAKE MONEY or save money? No obligation quote. Serious inquires only. (905)686-8719 or for more information www.rozy.acnrep.com Career Training General Help TELEMARKETING Monday to Thursday 5-8pm only. Strong voice with exceptional customer service skills need- ed at Ajax ofﬁ ce. Only qualiﬁ ed applicants will be contacted. Please call after 4pm at 905-686-9607 ext. 305. TIRED OF MCJOBS? Look- ing for a SERIOUS career? $360/Wk to Start, up to $800/Wk. FUN WORK! Full Time Positions Available. Beneﬁ ts, paid training, no sales, no phones, no com- mission, travel opportunities. Call Now, Start Tomorrow. Call Amber 905-668-5544 WANTED - JACK OF ALL that's mechanical. Ajax. Flexible schedule. Inside/out- side, days only. Semi retired okay. (905)427-0076. Max WASH BAY ATTENDANT / Paint Bay Assistant required for Ajax shop. Must have previous shop experience. Email resume to: resumes@dwightcrane.com Salon & Spa Help AWARD WINNING salon and spa seeking full or part time hair stylist, and chair rental available (First month FREE) and Experienced Part-time Esthetician and part time RMT to cover a ma- ternity leave. Please email your resume: info@labelle- salonandspa.com (905)728- 0435. THE FACIAL PLACE re- quires part time estheticians to join our locations in Pick- ering and Whitby. Submit re- sume to spa@thefacial- place.com 905-706-3464 Skilled & Technical Help WELDING SHOP looking for Estimator Coordinator. Driv- er's license required. Fax re- sume to 905-420-6586. Career Training Skilled & Technical Help AERIAL/HEAVY DUTY Me- chanic required for Ajax Company. Hydraulic and pro- pane experience required. Skyjack, Genie and JLG ex- perience an asset. Guaran- teed 40 hrs/wk. Beneﬁ ts Package. Email resume to: karen@dwightcrane.com PICKERING AREA Tool Shop looking for junior tool & die makers for both day/night shift. Also looking for CNC Mill operator. Fax resume to 905-427-8010. Office Help DENTAL RECEPTIONIST enthusiastic people person required for busy estab- lished dental practice in Oshawa. Full time position. Administrative experience required. Please e-mail re- sumes and/or questions to davidsmith@bellnet.ca RECEPTIONIST required, very busy real estate ofﬁ ce in Pickering, evenings and weekends, good computer skills, ability to work under pressure necessary. Real Estate ofﬁ ce experience an asset. Fax resume to 905- 619-3334 or 905-831-7070. Sales Help & Agents HVAC SALES PERSON with experience required for busy Durham ofﬁ ce. Call (905)430-2473 Retail Sales Help BLISS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE in Whitby is looking for a dy- namic professional experi- enced Sales Person. 20-30 hours/week. Come join our team as we expand our store. Please drop in or email resume to: blissbridalboutique@ bellnet.ca Careers Hospital/Medical /Dental LEVEL II DENTAL assistant required FT in Whitby. Reception experience wel- come. Send resumes to Den- tal Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON L1N 9G3 or e-mail to dentalfutures@sympatico.ca P/T DENTAL HYGIENIST required for Tuesday and Thursday evenings and oc- casional Saturday's. Call 905-426-8304 or drop off re- sume to: 161 Harwood Ave. North Ajax. PART-TIME CERTIFIED Dental Assistant. Minimum 2 years experience. Please call (905)571-2443 Careers Hospital/Medical /Dental RECEPTIONIST / ASSIST- ANT required for dental of- ﬁ ce, part time, evenings & Saturdays. Please fax re- sume to: 905-655-1600. Registered Physiotherapist with an interest in orthopaed- ics wanted for Rehab Clinic in Scarborough. Must be friendly and outgoing. Please send resume by March 26 to: gsp@rogers.com or fax 416- 281-8959. Only those select- ed for an interview will be contacted Careers Hospital/Medical /Dental WELLNESS ASSISTANT re- quired for busy chiropractic clinic in Ajax. Must be available evenings & Satur- days, approx 30 hours/week. Please email resume atten- tion Sandra: sandrarmt2000@yahoo.com Hotel/ Restaurant WALTER'S SNUG NEW- CASTLE are accepting re- sumes for experienced Line Cooks. Please drop off re- sume to : 28 King St. E., Newcastle, Attn: John or call (905)987-1961 Houses for Sale $ AJAX, DETACHED 2-sto- rey, 4-bdrms, with legal bsmt apt. Close to 401. $349,000. Call 647-400-8667 or visit http://bytheowner.com/172695 Industrial/ Commercial SpaceI STORAGE UNITS 10' x 20' Wilson Rd. S. Oshawa. Un- heated. $125. - $135. per mo. Call (905)725-9991 UXBRIDGE HAIR SALON, 1200 sq. ft. Completely Furnished for Lease for $1500 + utilities. Equipment avail. separately if wished. Price is negotiable. Call 905-771-0177 or 905-852-5736. Offices & Business Space ***PROFESSIONAL Whitby ofﬁ ce space for rent, 700sq.ft Brock St, just N. of 401. Newly renovated. Parking. Minutes from 401 and GO Station. Available immediate- ly. Call (905)430-6268. COMMERCIAL space available, 560sqft, second ﬂ oor. Suitable for profession- al ofﬁ ce. Prime Simcoe St. N location. Parking available. Available immediately. Call 905-576-5123 for details. Mortgages, LoansM $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 95% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com PRIVATE FUNDS- 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal need- ed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obligation. No fees OAC. Call Peter 1-877- 777-7308, Mortgage Leaders Apartments & Flats for RentA 1 & 2 BEDROOM apart- ments, located 309 Cordova, Oshawa. Completely reno- vated. Available immediately. Fridge/stove, Hydro included. No pets. Call (905)579-2387. 1 & 2-BEDROOMS available Immediately/April 1st. 2 loca- tions, 946 Mason St. $695, $850. 350 Malaga Rd. $740 All inclusive, (fridge/stove, parking.) No pets. 905-242- 4478, 905-435-0383. 1 BEDROOM, Large APARTMENT - 596 Chau- cer Ave., Oshawa. No pets, recently renovated. $725/month, all inclusive. First/last. Call 905-576-5512 or 905-427-5580. 1-BDRM APTS., nice build- ing, near all amenities, 210 King St. E Bowmanville. $720/month + hydro. Parking included. Laundry available. immediately/May 1st. (905)718-5277. 1-BDRM. FURNISHED bsmnt. apt., gas ﬁ replace, parking, private entrance, 4pc. bath, newly renovated. Near Lake (Oshawa). No pets. Single working person preferred. $175/wk. inclusive. ﬁ rst/last, Immediate. 905- 576-6127. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N., Oshawa. Large 3-bedroom townhome suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Near all amenities. $925/month+ utilities. Call (905)579-7649 for appointment. WHITBY - 5 MINUTE WALK to Whitby Mall. Very clean, large, 1 bedroom $850 all in- cluded close to all amenities, parking, laundry. lst/last Im- mediately. Also huge 3 bed- room with balcony, April lst, $1100 heat, hot water, park- ing included. April lst. lst/ last. (416)520-6392 Classiﬁ eds News Advertiser To Place an Ad Call: 905-683-0707 Or Toronto Line: 416-798-7259 localmarketplace.ca • Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201027 AP Advertising Sales - New Business Development We're looking for full time, creative, results oriented, sales professionals, to develop new business for our roster of established publications. If you are a hard working, self motivated individual, who is not interested in coasting, this is a terriﬁ c opportunity to make your mark in a still-growing part of the media world. In addition to the above, you'll need: ● To be adaptable to a changing industry ● Willing to work within a commission based pay structure ● Excellent presentation skills ● Multi-media or print media sales experience ● A determination to break new ground We offer an environment that embraces new ideas, encourages professional growth and offers a base salary with an aggressive commission plan. Beneﬁ ts are available for successful candidates. Please email your resume to careers@durhamregion.com with subject line "Media Sales" before March 26, 2010. Only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Administrative Assistant • HR Services, part-time (24 hours/week) You will provide front-line customer service, assist and support the department, and manage monthly attendance and sick leave reports. You will keep the HRIS current, maintain all employee files, handle the coding and managing of the AP process for HR invoices, manage the Town’s drivers’ licence abstract process, and liaise with FOI for the HR department. You have, at minimum, a Grade 12 diploma (post-secondary education preferred), five years’ related experience, familiarity working in a unionized environment, computer proficiency, and an understanding of the HRIS database. You also have solid mathematical skills and the ability to provide a satisfactory criminal reference check. Please note this position was previously advertised without specifying it as being part-time only. Please apply, by March 24th, to: HR Services, Town of Ajax 65 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, ON L1S 2H9 e-mail: resumes@townofajax.com fax: (905) 686-8352 We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity within the workplace. As we grow, it is important that our workforce becomes more reflective of the citizens we serve to further the diversification of ideas that make Ajax a great place to live and work. We respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. For more information about the Town of Ajax and our exciting career opportunities, please visit our website at: www.townofajax.com We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Love Wildlife & People? Adults are needed to join our team of Summer Information Volunteers educating and inspiring visitors (no contact with the animals). Free Zoo admission & more! For details, call 416-392-5942 or visit torontozoo.com.Please apply by Fri. March 26 PROFESSIONAL PARENTS NEEDED! Storey Homes has been providing residential care to children for over 36 years throughout Southern Ontario. We are currently hiring caregivers to work as foster parents in our mixed modality receiving assessment program in the Durham region. This program is designed to provide a family like experience, positive parenting, caring, skills coaching, and lifelong memories to children in need. Our goal is to assess children's needs and to provide recommendations for appropriate long term placements. Successful candidates will work in one of our homes and we welcome single applicants as well as couples. This program guarantees a remuneration package of $50,000 per year, tax free, time off, support hours, 24hour on call support and paid training. Storey Homes provides for all housing costs. Please email your resume to our parent recruiter at karlaﬁ nes@live.ca or fax to attention Karla 905-434-1775. Only qualiﬁ ed applicants will be contacted. Stuck at home for the March Break? Get a head start ﬁ nding a summer job! Are you a student between 15-30 and want to work this summer? Spend your March Break with us! Write a Resume - Mon. March 15 at 3pm Ace that Interview - Tues. March 16 at 1pm Stay Safe on the Job - Fri. March 19 at 1pm Can't make it these days? Drop in anytime to access Summer Job postings! YMCA Durham Employment & Community 1550 Kingston Rd., Pickering, ON, Unit 16 (Hwy. 2 and Valley Farm Rd.) Call 905-427-7670 for more information RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE ASSISTANT We are searching for a motivated, extremely well organized individual, for full time employment. The candidate will assist both the accounting and marketing departments, as well as manage the reception duties. Strong written and verbal communication skills and solid knowledge of Microsoft Ofﬁ ce and general PC operations are a must. No phone calls please. Email CV to jesse@adamsonsystems.com PICKERING - OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 14th 1-3 PM 1777 Walnut Lane Newly renovated Eco-Friendly 2-storey home. 3-bdrms, 3-baths, new furnace/air, windows, roof, kitchen, bath, hardwood/ceramic ﬂ ooring, nice neighbourhood. Walk to Town Centre, GO/schools. $347,500. (416)725-3021 PEAK ENTREPRENEUR TWEEKED YOUR INTEREST?? 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Call us today! 905.431.8766 Skylineonline.ca OSHAWA, near hospital. Main ﬂ oor, one bedroom apartment. Available immedi- ately Clean, quiet, newly renovated, no pets, parking, Prefer working person. $690/all inclusive. (905)571- 7840. General Help Apartments & Flats for RentA Spring Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 IMMACULATE, LARGE, new beautiful one bedroom apartment in prestigious area of Bowmanville, located on 12 acres. Open concept, walk-out w/large windows, gas ﬁ replace, own laundry, walk-in closet, lots of stor- age, ofﬁ ce area, available April lst. $925/mo all inclu- sive. No pets/no smoking. Call (905)263-8377. General Help Apartments & Flats for RentA AJAX Bright 1-bedroom basement apartment. Freshly painted, separate entrance, laundry, parking. First/last. No smoking/pets. $750/month inclusive, Available mid March. Bill 905-683-4843 AJAX Salem/Bayly. 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Available immediately. 905-683-8571 or 905-683- 8421 BOWMANVILLE 1-BED- ROOM apt., separate en- trance, parking, immaculate. 5 appliances, eat-in kitchen, 3pc bathroom, laundry, large bedroom w/walk-in closet, extra-large livingroom, loads of storage. Non-smoking, April 1st. $825. (905)623- 4926 BOWMANVILLE immaculate 1-bedroom with balcony $960 avail immediately; with- out balcony $945 April 1. Se- curity entrance, very clean building, includes applianc- es, utilities, parking, laundry 905-697-1786, 905-666-1074 BOWMANVILLE: 2 bed- room with den, close to all amenities. $930 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Ofﬁ ce hours 9-5, Monday-Friday. (905)430-1877. DOWNTOWN OSHAWA - One bedroom. Fridge, stove, heat and hydro included. No pets. Available immediately. $629/mo. ﬁ rst/last. Call 905- 576-1918 before 6 p.m. Office Help Apartments & Flats for RentA IMMACULATE 2-BDRM, quiet, No smoking/pets Oshawa Blvd/King. Gas, heat, hot water, with private laundry (Washer/Dryer), fridge, stove and parking in- cluded. $875/mo. Avail April/May 1st, 905-263-2354, (905)914-0412. KING ST. Bowmanville, large 2-bedroom, newly renovated, shows great, $750/month. Available April 1st. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914-1449. LOOK! 1140 Mary St. North Oshawa. 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts. From $920 Utilities Incld. Near public schools, Durham College & amenities. Fridge + Stove & Elevator. Security entrance. 905.431.7752 Skylineonline.ca MARY STREET APTS bachelors, 1's & 2s bdrm apts. Utilities included, min- utes to downtown, short drive to Whitby Mall. Mary/Garden 905-666-2450 www.real- star.ca MUST SEE! 50 ADELAIDE St., 290 & 300 Mary St. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom, adult complex from $795 Utilities Incld; Elevator ac- cess. Walk to downtown. Near Durham College, Oshawa Hospital & Bus stop. Only a couple units left. Call us today! 905.720.3934 Skylineonline.ca NEAR OSHAWA centre, 1- bedroom apt., $750/month, inclusive, ﬁ replace, parking, private entrance, no pets, First/last required. Available immediately. (905)728-7784. NORTH OSHAWA, newly renovated 1-bedroom $770 & 2-bedroom $850. Nice units. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 416-902- 1174 or 905-231-3931 Oshawa 2 BEDROOM apartment Simcoe/Centre. Clean main level apartment including utilities $815 ﬁ rst/last. Parking included. Avail April 1. Call Anthony 905-925-5696. Office Help Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA CENTRE, 2-large bedroom apartment in 11-plex. Parking, storage, security doors, $895/month, with heat/water, plus hydro. No pets. Available April 1st. (905)728-8868. OSHAWA FIRST MONTH FREE. Large 2-bedroom up- dated apt in upscale, quiet well-managed building in good area. $1200-inclusive. (905)728-8919 OSHAWA HOSPITAL, Mary North of Adelaide area, 2- bedroom main ﬂ oor, laundry, parking, $900/mo inclusive. Please contact 905-579- 2350. 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.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Renovated bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Wheel chair and se- curity access. Call 905-432- 6912, 905-723-1009, 905- 728-3162 1-866-601-3083, www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA NORTH. Updated & renovated 1-bedroom bsmt apt. $850 inclusive, Available June 1st. Separate en- trance, laundry, parking, great neighbourhood. No pets. (289)240-2536 OSHAWA, 945 Simcoe St. N 1-bedroom $750/month in- clusive. No pets. 2-bedroom $820 all inclusive. 961 Ma- son St. 3-bedroom house, kitchen, living & diningroom, full basement, $1200/mnth plus utilities. 905-723-1647, 905-720-9935. OSHAWA, 3 BEDROOM Avail. immediately. Parking extra. Utilities included. No pets, close to all amenities. Call Patrick 905-443-0191 PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., $800/month with separate entrance, utilities included. Close to Go train & hydro plant. No pets. Call (905)839-5871 Office Help Volunteers Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA- clean, quiet build- ing, overlooking green space, close to shopping and schools. 2-bedroom apt available starting @$850/mo. Parking, utilities, appliances inc. Available April. 289-388- 6401. OSHAWA- Ritson/Bloor, nice, clean 1 and 2 bedroom apts for rent in house. $650, $875/month, everything in- cluded, ﬁ rst/last, available April/May 1st. No dogs. Call (289)240-5237. OSHAWA/BOWMANVILLE 1 & 2 bedroom apts. Suites w/balconies, parking, laundry facilities, near all amenities. BOWMANVILLE: 2 bedroom House available immediately. 905-623-4172 The Veltri Group www.veltrigroup.com OSHAWA: 3 BEDROOM townhome with a ﬁ nished basement, washer & dryer, hardwood ﬂ oors, fenced backyard, skylight, close to Oshawa Centre & Durham College; rent $999. Also available, 2 bedroom apart- ment with large master bed- room with walk-in closet, spacious living room, separ- ate kitchen and dining room; rent $975. Call to ﬁ nd out if a promo applies! 1.888.310.7000 info@GOtransglobe.com OSHAWA: Large clean bright 1-bdrm apt. Spacious kitchen. Near hospital. Available May 1st. Parking, utilities included. Coin laun- dry available, no pets. $725/mo, ﬁ rst/last. Rick (905)767-8418. Office Help Volunteers Apartments & Flats for RentA PICKERING bungalow, ﬁ rst ﬂ oor, Spacious 3-bedroom 1-1/2 baths, large livingroom, eat-in kitchen, 2-separate parking, laundry, utilities in- cluded, yard, separate drive- way, immaculate, good neighbourhood, $1400/mo. No dogs. (905)420-4269. PICKERING Spacious, 2- bdrm bsmt apt. Immaculate condition. Separate side en- trance, bright/large living room, laminate ﬂ oors, laun- dry, 2-parking. Near GO. $875/mo inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Call 905-420-4269. PICKERING VILLAGE, 1500-sq ft. 3-bdrm apt. 5 ap- pliances, gas f/p, rooftop deck, walking distance to restaurants. $1250/mo inclu- sive. Avail. immediately. No pets. Call John (905)686- 3666 PICKERING, Glenanna/ Dixie, one bedroom base- ment, separate entrance, kitchen, TV room, 3pc bath- room, laundry, parking, near amenities, no smoking/pets. $775/month all inclusive. ﬁ rst/last. (416)903-4569, (416)618-6442 PICKERING, 2-bedroom basement apartment, steps to Frenchman's Bay. Open concept, 2 parking, laundry, separate entrance, updated kitchen, $900/month. Utilities included, no pets, 905-837-0365. SIMCOE ST S/HWY 401 - 525 St Lawrence - Close to Schools, Hwy, Go Station. 2-bed $899, 3-bed $1,039 utilities included. Call 905- 436-7686 www.metcap.com Houses for Sale $ Apartments & Flats for RentA WESTNEY/HWY #2, 2-bed- room basement apartment. $890/mo inclusive. 4-appli- ances, side entrance, laun- dry. Clean, move in. First/last, references. Income source. 1-year lease. No pets/smoking. Immediate- ly/April 1st. (905)428-1428. WHITBY central, immacu- late 2 bedroom apts. $958. Appliances, heat, water, laundry facilities and parking. 905-666-1074 or 905-493- 3065. WHITBY CENTRAL. Bache- lor apartment of superior standard, 200 Mason Dr, third ﬂ oor, elevator, Balcony, hardwood ﬂ oors. $740 inclu- sive, single occupant pre- ferred. No dogs. (905)576- 8989. 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 SOUTH: Spacious bachelor, 1-bedroom & 2- bedroom starting $730- $940/month. Laundry, ﬁ rst/last, mins to GO. Avail. April 1st or sooner. No large dogs. Daytime viewings only Mon-Fri, references. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. Whitby's Best Building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM top ﬂ oor, extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY, 1-BEDROOM $725/mo 2 bedroom $825/ mo. inclusive. Very good lo- cation, 3-mins from Go sta- tion. Clean building. Parking included. Available immedi- ately. Call (905) 809-3749 (905) 666-9624 WHITBY, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., walkout with large patio. 3 minutes from Go station/401, steps to Whitby Mall. $750/month in- clusive, ﬁ rst/last. No pets/smoking. Available im- mediately. (905)728-5186 WHITBY, BEAUTIFUL 1- bedroom apt. in unique trip- lex, ﬁ replace, balcony, in- cludes utilities and cable, no pets/non-smoker. Suitable for mature person, ﬁ rst/last, available May 1st. $875/month. (416)580-2867, (416)281-2114. WHITBY, BROCK/BURNS, LARGE bright, 1-bedroom basement apt, Sep entrance, parking for 2, laundry and storage space, A/C, gas ﬁ re- place, fridge, stove dish- washer, cable. internet $900/inclusive. Available im- mediately. Call 905-668- 5593 WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1 & 2-bedroom apts. 1-bdrm $800 inclusive. 2-bedroom $850+ hydro. Big windows, laminate ﬂ oors, high ceilings. First/last references. No pets. April 1st/sooner. (905)430-8327 Houses for Sale $ Business OpportunitiesB Mortgages, LoansM Apartments & Flats for RentA WHITBY: Legal 1 bdrm bsmt apt, Quiet area, Ldry, F&S, Pkg, Gas F/P, Non-smokers, no pets, $795+pt utilities, 1st/last mo., Ann or Melanie 905-666-1333. WILSON/KING ST EAST - Under New Management. Close to retail/grocery stores, school and doctor/dentist of- ﬁ ce. 1-Bed $819, 2-Bed $949, hydro included in rent. Available now! Call 289-240- 8650. www.metcap.com Condominiums for RentC 3 BDRM, 1-1/2 BATHS, 1 parking, 1540 Pickering Parkway, available April 1st. $1295/month+ hydro. New hardwood ﬂ ooring & paint. No smoking. View at www.tinyurl.com/22N4J, 416- 893-2545. SPACIOUS 3-BDRM, 2 bath condo with balcony. Centrally located in Whitby. Only 3 yrs. old, child-friendly neighbour- hood. Available May 1st $1350/mo.+util. Contact An- tonia 905-294-3232, 905- 737-7478. Houses for Rent AJAX 3-BEDROOM de- tached bungalow, large yard, on clean, quiet street, near amenities, whole house. $1075 mo + utilities. (905)683-6203. Houses for Sale $ Business OpportunitiesB Mortgages, LoansM Apartments & Flats for RentA Houses for Rent AJAX, BAYLY/MONARCH. New townhouse 4 bdrms/ 3 baths, central Ajax; garage, 5 appliances, A/C. Near shop- ping, amenities, GO Transit, 401. No smoking/pets. $1350 + Utilities. 905-624-5126; cos.bucur@gmail.com CENTRAL OSHAWA, Near Oshawa Centre. 3-bdrm house. Avail immediately. Near all amenities. Call (905)728-7361 HOUSE FOR RENT ORONO Lovely house for rent on a private lot located north of Orono at Highway 115/35. The home boasts 5 bed- rooms, a ﬁ nished basement, 3 bathrooms and an above ground swimming pool. Please contact Jennifer at 902-472-7300 or 1-866-833- 2033 ext. 230. LARGE 4-BEDROOM in Pickering. Large house on beautiful private lot. Avail. April 1st. Walk to public tran- sit. Highway exposure. Per- fect for at-home business. Lots of parking. Ofﬁ ce w/sep- arate entrance in bsmt. One 4pc, two 2pc baths, 5 appli- ances, $2200/mo+. (905)655-1322 durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • March 12, 201028 AP PERSONAL PRAYER TO ST. JUDE Thanks to St. Jude and the Sacred Heart Of Jesus for favours received. May the sacred heart of Jesus be adored, gloriﬁ ed, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day for nine days. This prayer has never failed, and your prayers will be answered. Publication must be promised. L.C. SAFE HAVEN SAFE HAVEN WORSHIP CENTREWORSHIP CENTRE LIVE IT OUT!! MARCH 15LIVE IT OUT!! MARCH 15 - 19 - 19 Learning to live for Jesus!! 9 AM TO NOON AGES 4 TO 12 CRAFTS EXCITING BIBLE STORIES ACTIVITIES THINGS TO TAKE HOME EVERY DAY! ONLYONLY for Wee kfor Week $$3030 1084 Salk Road, Units 10-13 Pickering (access off Brock Rd.) 905-837-8771 MARCH BREAKMARCH BREAK Location: Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre 2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering, Ontario L1X 1V4 (at top of Liverpool Rd., N. of Finch) March 19-21, 2010 – Times: Friday 7:00pm (registration) to Sunday 12:30pm “Finding God in Each Day’s Events.” Speaker: Fr. Joe Horrigan We invite you to come away to Manresa to experience silence and restfulness, to renew your spirit and to deepen your relationship with the Lord. Please contact: Mike Hyland – (905)686-7106 mikehyland@rogers.com Book soon!!! Space is limited. Annual Men’s Weekend Retreat for Spiritual Renewal 905-240-2250 dcchurch.ca Victoria Gardens Banquet Hall 570 Westney Rd. South Ajax, Ontario Come join us at Destiny Church on March 21st, 10am as Rev. Mel Piper ministers. Rev Mel Piper is a veteran instructor who has touched thousands of lives at Rhema Bible Training Center and Victory Bible Institute in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He has been in the full-time traveling ministry, teaching the Word of God in churches throughout the world. With over 30 years of experience, he is commissioned to share his vast knowledge on how the Holy Spirit gives us the empowerment in our daily lives to live as Christians. Be ediﬁ ed, ﬁ lled and empowered, come visit us at Destiny Church, as Rev Mel Piper delivers this dynamic, life-changing message. Destiny Church presents Rev. Mel Piper For furtherWorship Directory information Call Erin Jackson at 905.683.5110 Fax: 905.683.7363 Email: ejackson@durhamregion.com 905-619-2093 761 McKay Rd., Pickering Specials Complete Pine Gable Kits: 8x6 $1,028.25 8x8 $1,159.50 8x10 $1,410.75 8x12 $1,670.25 Visit our Pickering Showroom www.shedman.ca BULMER, Randal - After a short battle with cancer on March 8th, 2010. Randy loving and devoted husband of Bonnie. Caring and loving father of Ryan and Kylie. Dear son of Tom and the late Bernice. Brother of Chico (of Edmonton), Brian (of Vancouver), Laurie (of Kingston) and the late Leslie. Friends will be received at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax (905-428- 9090) on Saturday March 13th, 2010 from 11 am until the time of service in the chapel at 1 pm. In lieu of ﬂ owers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. CUSHNIE, George Alexander - It is with great sadness that we said goodbye to our father and grandfather and your friend George on Wednesday, March 3, 2010. George was born July 26, 1932 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a graduate of The University of Manitoba (Bachelor of Commerce), he began his career in leasing at IAC. He met and married Vi (predeceased October 2007). After relo- cating a few times, the family ﬁ nally settled in the Toronto area in 1961. George went on to a long and successful management career at Simpsons, then Page Flooring before retiring. As an only child, George cherished his time surrounded by his family. He will always be lovingly remembered by his son Jim Cushnie (Joan and grandchildren Leigh Lahti (Tyler), Drew and Amber), his daughter Sandra Bowser (Doug and grandchildren Kally, Julie, Tessa and Josee), his daughter Heather Mayhew (Michael and grandchildren Carly and Patrick). George leaves the legacy of being a strong, loving, and kind gentleman who supported and cared for us all deeply. Not just a sports fan, George was an avid curler and golfer. He will be remembered by dear friends Jack and Marg Holman and many others from the former Avonlea Curling Club and Scarboro Golf and Country Club. He proudly gave back to his community and served as a Rotarian with the North Scarbo- rough Rotary Club. He will be remembered fondly for his friendly good nature and his competitiveness. The family extends our gratitude to the staff at Abbeylawn Manor for the respect, wonderful care and kindness they gave to George. Our family will receive friends and family at a gathering to share memories and to celebrate George's life on Saturday, March 6 from 11a.m. to 2p.m. at McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Rd, Pickering Village, Ajax (905- 428-8488). In lieu of ﬂ owers, the family would appreciate memorial donations be made to the Rouge Valley Health System - Ajax site. Online book of condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca. GLEESON, Doris Mae - Passed away peace- fully on March 8, 2010 in her 92nd year. Be- loved wife of the late Frank Gleeson (2007). Dear mother of Ruth Gleeson (Allen Martin), Joy (Peter) Goemans, and the late John Gleeson. Dear grandmother of the late Mary Ellen, Laurie, Kelly, Johnna, Christian, Jenni- fer, Sean and Angela. Great Grandmother to 14 and Great Great Grandmother to one. Cremation has taken place. Memorial tributes to the Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to WALTER D. KELLY FUNERAL HOME and Cremation Centre. www.walterdkellyfuneralhome.com Personals Articles for SaleA Houses for Rent PICKERING, 3-BDRM, upper Duplex, 4-appliances, garage, backyard w/walk-out deck. 5 minute walk Picker- ing Town Centre. Quick ac- cess to 401/transit/amenities. No pets/smoking. Must see! $1200+utilities. Immediate. 416-520-1523 Places of Worship Personals Articles for SaleA Townhouses for RentT 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 Places of Worship Townhouses for RentT LOCATED AT WILSON/ BEATRICE. 3 bedroom townhouses available for rent. Close to all amenities and transportation. $1089 plus heat / hydro, includes water / cable. Call for more details & availability dates. (905) 432-6809. PICKERING, NEW 3-bed- room, 3-bath townhome in central Pickering. Available immediately, starting at $1500/month, plus heat & hydro. Great location, close to all amenities. Lawn main- tenance and water included. No smoking/pets. Preferred AAA clients, credit check and references a must. Call Chris (905)424-1834. TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. En- suite laundry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & play- ground. Private backyards. Sauna & parking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) Ask about our move-in specials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca Rooms for Rent & WantedR AJAX, CLEAN quiet home, working person preferred. Share access to entire house. No smoking/pets. $425/month, ﬁ rst/last. Available April 1st. 416-274- 2484. BOWMANVILLE. Available immediately. $450/month. Kitchen, bathrooms, laundry, cable, parking, utilities in- cluded. Room has walkout to deck and fenced back- yard. Working professional preferred. Call 905-697- 1662. Places of Worship Rooms for Rent & WantedR BROCK RD/FINCH Picker- ing. Clean, quiet home. Fur- nished rooms. $425 to $550/month. On bus route, close to amenities. MUST LOVE ANIMALS! Park- ing/cable/internet, ﬁ rst/last, references. Available imme- diately. No smoking. (905)426-8525. CLEAN QUIET ADULT home all over aged 45. Oshawa. Working male pre- ferred. Shared access to en- tire house. No smoking/pets. First/last. Call 9am-9pm (905)571-5191 OSHAWA, ROOM 3-loca- tions available, near O/C (King/Wilson), & South Oshawa (Oxford/Glenn), $450-$475/month. ALSO 2- bdrm apt. (Oxford/Glenn) $725-inclusive, laundry, cable, parking included, So- cial services accepted. (905)244-1015. ROOM FOR RENT. Close to downtown and Shopping Center. Phone, cable TV, washer/dryer, shared accom- modations with bathroom, living room, kitchen $400/mo. Dave 905-433-0160 or 905- 213-6398 SE AJAX AT LAKE, up- stairs, very large, fur- nished/unfurnished bedroom with en-suite bath, walk in closet, newer large upscale house. No pets, non-smoker. $150/per week. (905)550- 0761. UNFURNISHED ROOMS, large east Oshawa home, suit clean, quiet working per- sons, shared facilities. Tran- sit at door, parking available. $425 per mo. inclusive. Call Gord 905-404-5045 Places of Worship Rooms for Rent & WantedR WHITBY & OSHAWA rooms to rent, suit mature male in quiet home, furnished, very clean, parking, kitchen, bath- rooms, familyroom, no smok- ing/pets, Available immedi- ately. 905-903-5688. Shared Accommodation LARGE ROOM FOR RENT, shared cable, laundry, A/C. Pickering, Whites & Bayly. Smoking ok, (pets nego- tiable). $600/month. Near all amenities. Avail. immediate- ly. Call 905-420-7401. Vacation Properties 20 ACRE RANCHES Near Growing El Paso Texas. Only $12,900, $0 Down, $99 per/mo. Owner Financing, No Credit Checks, Money Back Guarantee. 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Wee Watch is a licensed agency which has full and P/T spaces avail. in a home in your area. We offer: a small ratio of children per Home, screened and trained Providers, unscheduled monthly inspections, educational materials, income tax receipts. For information call Ajax/Pickering 1-866-333-3299 www.weewatch.com Tutoring TUTORING University and College Accounting High school Math & Accounting Many years of experience 905-697-9462 Articles for SaleA 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. (905)728-4043. BED, ALL new Queen ortho- pedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL SALE! I have 1000 of yards for sale! Free under- pad with installation. Free Estimates. Guaranteed Lowest Prices. Big or small jobs, I do it all! Lexus Floor- ing, Call Mike 905-431-4040 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 ENGAGEMENT RING with Solitaire Diamond. Brilliant Cut. Colour is H. Clarity is SI - 1; .87 Carats. Includes Certiﬁ cate. Appraised at $11,000. Sell for $3500. Please call 905-862-3698 FLORAL SOFA/LOVE- SEAT, 2 years old, like new, paid $1,700. Sell for $500. Also Floral sofa desing, new $200. Moving, must sell (905)426-6957 FREE FIREWOOD, broken skids. Delivery available. Call (905)434-0392 HOT TUB COVERS All Custom covers, all sizes and all shapes, $425.00 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality! Guaranteed. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. 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The Second Vice Presi- dent voted in to take office in 2013 is a young curler, Renee Lalonde, who has moved through the junior curling programs for many years. We still believe that 2014 will be the 50th anniversary for the curling club, so Renee will be the past president that year if all executive terms flow as planned. The Ontario Winter Games were held in Gravenhurst from March 4-6 and the Bevan rink from Annandale, who were competing in the boys curling, were victori- ous in a tiebreaker game for the gold medal to advance to the Canada Winter Games which are to be held in Hali- fax, Nova Scotia in February of next year. In their final game of the round robin, Skip Ben Bevan, Vice Carter Adair, Second Jake McGhee and Lead Corey Gaudette along with coach Jennifer McGhee had to beat the undefeated Jack Lindsay rink from St. George’s Golf and Country Club. They won that game 9- 5 in an extra end and forced a tiebreaker for later that same afternoon. The tiebreaker was another close, very well played game, and the Bevan rink beat the Lindsay team 3- 2 after eight ends. COLUMN Annandale rink wins gold at Ontario Winter Games Coach Jennifer McGhee said, “I am very proud of how well the boys played in all of their round robin games and the tiebreaker. Their only loss was an extra end game against Team Sagan and that game could have gone either way. After finishing second at provincials in February they were focused on what they wanted to achieve and did it. They are very excited to have won the gold and advance to Halifax as Team Ontario.” On the calendar next, a Junior Mixed Annandale team of Josh Hall, Katelyn WasYlkiw, James McPher- son, Yvonne Lalonde and coach Donna Hall advance to the Regional playdown March 13 at the Oshawa Curling Club. Then the OCA Mixed Curling Regional playdown for the Annan- dale team of Patrick Janssen, Clancy Grandy, Tim March and Alison Kreviazuk at the Richmond Hill Curling Club March 27-28. Pickering resident Richard Hart is vice on the Ontario Men’s Curling Champion- ship team competing in Hal- ifax at the Tim Hortons Brier. He helped his skip Glenn Howard to become the Ford Hot Shot on March 6, and win a two-year lease on a $25,000 Ford Taurus. With Brent Laing and Craig Sav- ill, the team is in their fifth Brier in a row, and Hart says it feels as fresh as his first. The team hopes to win the Canadian Championship and represent Canada at the Ford World Men’s Champi- onship April 3-11 in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. SUBMITTED PHOTO DURHAM -- The Annandale bantam boys’ curling team of skip Ben Bevan, vice Carter Adair, second Jake McGhee and lead Corey Gaudette, along with coach Jennifer McGhee, won the gold medal at the Ontario Winter Games. 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