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Home My WebLink AboutNA2010_10_01 facebook.com/newsdurham twitter.com/newsdurham OPG to stay in Pickering Nuclear company announces tenancy in new office tower KRISTEN CALIS kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Another business has announced it will move into the $30-mil- lion office tower that’s quickly rising from the ground near Hwy. 401 and Liverpool Road. Ontario Power Generation will move about 170 of its employees from various locations into the new spot, taking up two floors and 35,000 square feet of the new building, said Wayne Robbins, OPG chief nuclear officer Thursday. “OPG values its leadership role in the community and we’re pleased to continue contributing as a positive economic driv- er and as a proud community partner,” he said. The building will be a Class ‘A’, LEED-Sil- ver office tower and is currently being con- structed on Pickering Parkway, in the south- west corner of the Pickering Town Centre’s parking lot, and is acting as a catalyst for the development of Pickering’s downtown core. “The building you see behind us is a symbol of a vision of what Pickering can and will be,” said George Buckles, of 20 Vic Management Inc., the building’s develop- er and owner of the Pickering Town Cen- tre. Office tower plans were announced in 2009, and has attracted a number of invest- ments in Pickering’s downtown core. The tower is part of a $50-million commer- cial and infrastructure project, which will include a 700-vehicle GO Transit and office parking deck. 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Here you will hear incumbent Mayor Dave Ryan and candidates Maurice Brenner and Ken Nash answer the ques- tion posed by Charlie Kimba, “With property taxes and water/sewer rates on the rise, while the income of a retired person/pensioner has not changed or has not kept up with the increases, how are you planning to help this demographic remain in their homes?” Pickering mayoral candidates discuss aging demographic durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 20102 P ÜÊ>ÊÕµÕiÊ«À}À>ÊL>Ãi`ÊÊÞÕÀÊi>ÌÊÃÌ>Ìi]ÊviÃÌÞiÊ>`Êii`ÃÊ ViÛiÊÌiÊÀ}ÌÊ`ÊvÊÜi}ÌÊÃÃÊÌ>Ì½ÃÊÃ>viÊ>`Ê>ÃÌ} ÞÊÀi>Êv`ÊvÀÊi>ÃÞ]Ê`iVÕÃÊ>`ÊL>>Vi`ÊÀiV«iÃ ,iViÛiÊ«iÀÃ>]ÊiiÊÃÕ««ÀÌÊ>`ÊÌÛ>Ì >ÝâiÊÞÕÀÊiiÀ}ÞÊ>`ÊL>>ViÊÞÕÀÊÀiÊiÛiÃ ÀiiÊÞÕÀÊL`ÞÊvÊ>ÀvÕÊÌÝÃÊ>`ÊVÀ>Û}Ã «ÀÛiÊÞÕÀÊi>ÌÊ>`Ê>Û`ÊÌiÊÀÃÊvÊVÀVÊ`Ãi>Ãi Ê 1Ê7i}ÌÊÃÃÁÊ VÃÊ>`ÊÀiViÛiÊ>ÊvÊÌiÊLiiwÌÃÊvÊ>Ê ÃViViL>Ãi`]Ê`VÌÀvÀÕ>Ìi`Ê>`Ê«ÀÛiÊÜi}ÌÊÃÃÊ«À}À>Ê Ì>Ì½ÃÊVÕÃÌâi`ÊvÀÊÞÕÊÌÊiÃÕÀiÊÃ>vi]ÊÀ>«`Ê>`Ê>ÃÌ}ÊÀiÃÕÌÃ° 1Ê7 /Ê"--ÁÊ Ê"Ê* , Ê £xxäÊ -/" Ê,"]Ê1 /Ê££ÊÊÊÊÊÊ /i\Êäx°nÎ£°{n{ÊÊÊÊÊÊ >\ÊÕ«ViÀ}JÕÜi}ÌÃÃ°V "6 ,ÊÇäÊ" /" -Ê ,"--Ê Ê Ê,"7 t ÜÜÜ°LiViÕ>}>°V -/,/Ê/"9°Ê ""Ê9"1,Ê, ÊÊ 0%23/.!,¬(%!,4(9¬7%)'(4¬!.!,93)3¬ Ê /ÊÊ, ¬$%4/8¬¬#,%!.3%ÊÊ * Ê",ÊÊ, ¬5¬9/'!¬$6$t .O¬OBLIGATION¬&IRST¬VISIT¬ONLY¬-UST¬BE¬¬YEARS¬OF¬AGE¬OR¬OLDER¬ / ¬¬ / Ê" ,t +ELLY Ì]Ê" ¬,"3¬ ,/34 5¬7EIGHT¬,OSSÊi«i`ÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊiÊÃi`ÊÌiÊ«Õ`ÃÊ >`ÊÊ>ÛiÊKEPT¬IT¬OFF¬ FOR¬OVER¬A¬YEAR¬NOW°ÊÊÊÊÊ ÊÊÊÊ/iÞÊ}>ÛiÊiÊÌiÊ iViÃÃ>ÀÞÊTOOLSÊÌÊÛiÊ >ÊHAPPYÊ>`ÊHEALTHY¬ LIFESTYLE° durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 20103 AP Ontario Works is a proven local recruitment service. 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Early Wednesday, officers conducted a search of the man’s residence and found a loaded 40 calibre handgun and a body armour vest. Audley McIntosh, of Valley Farm Road, is charged with assault, using a firearm in the commission of an offence, two counts of threatening death and drug and weap- ons offences. CRIME Arrest of Pickering assault suspect leads to weapons charges Administrators get a heads up of what to look out for on school grounds MELISSA MANCINI mmancini@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Schools and communities seeing an upswing in uninspired graf- fiti might have a gang dispute on their hands, according to a UOIT expert. “(Graffiti is) the No. 1 sign that shows up first that a youth gang has shown up in the area,” professor Jennifer Laffier told Durham District School Board prin- cipals in a lecture about identifying gang activity in the area. The talk was part of the board’s annual safety week. Administrators from every school attended a seminar at the board office to get an update on health, safe- ty and emergency management, view displays by community safety partners, review revised poli- cies and procedures and learn about pre- venting gang trouble at their schools. Ms. Laffier has been in charge of a graffiti project since 2007, having her students go out and take pho- tos of graffiti around the region to docu- ment gang territory. She said it’s impor- tant for teachers to know the difference between gang graf- fiti -- which usually includes symbols, numbers and minimal colour -- and artistic graffiti, which is more visual, includes more pictures and colours. Gangs use graffiti for communica- tion, to send messages to each other and mark territory, she said. “Before violence, you will start to see this communication going back and forth (between gangs),” said Ms. Laffi- er, who stresses schools should prac- tise the four Rs of graffiti: read it, record it, report it and remove it as quickly as possible. “The longer we leave it up there, the more they are reinforced that they can use it to communicate.” She also gave school administrators tips on which students may be most sus- ceptible to gang recruitment, including those who are bullied in school because being in a gang gives them a sense of acceptance among peers. Many former gang members Ms. Laffi- er works with have no idea that just being part of a gang is against the law. “Most kids we work with don’t know it’s illegal to be in a gang when we tell them,” she said. Page 6 - Today’s editorial CRIME UOIT expert tells Durham principals about gang symbols and graffiti DURHAM GANG FACTS • The main gangs in the region are: The Glen Grove Crew (Ajax/Pickering), Crip Army (Oshawa), Still True Crew (Oshawa), MS 13 (Oshawa) and Baby Blue Chipping Crew (South Oshawa) • The average gang members are ages 16-23 • There are 127 gang members in Oshawa and 285 in Durham Region • 40 official gang members from Toronto live in Durham Region • 90 to 95 per cent of gang members are male • There have been nine gang-related deaths in Durham Region since 1998 -- from research presented by UOIT professor Jennifer Laffier JENNIFER LAFFIER durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 20104 AP 365 Bayly St. • 905-231-2245 • www.suprememautogroupinc.com Bayly Street HarwoodWestneyHWY 401 N St •••••99999999 05 231 2245 • www supreeemmmmmeee mautogro Supreme Auto Supreme Auto Group Inc.Group Inc.Supreme Auto Supreme Auto Group Inc.Group Inc. 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In both instances, girls report they were fol- lowed by a white van as they made their way through residential neighbourhoods. Accord- ing to police: • On Sept. 18 at about 6:30 p.m. a 14-year- old girl walking on Pine Grove Avenue near West Lane in Pickering noticed a white van passing her slowly. The girl said she saw the driver make what she took to be a sexual ges- ture, then watched as the van drove by and turned around. When a second man got out of the van and chased her, the girl ran to a nearby home. Police were called but could not locate the suspects, described as dark-skinned men in a white panel van with lettering on the side. • On Sept. 24 at about 3:15 p.m. a 10-year- old girl was followed by a slow-moving white van as she walked near the intersection of Quaker Village Drive and Bolton Drive in Uxbridge, police said. No one approached the girl. She described the van as white with lettering and possibly a ladder on the roof, and the driver as a dark-skinned man. If you have information about the investigation: CALL 905-579-1520 ext. 2524 CRIMESTOPPERS: Anonymous tips can be made to Durham police at 1-800-222-8477. CRIME Durham police seek men in white van who approached girls in Pickering, Uxbridge PICKERING -- A local organization is host- ing a workshop for the siblings of children with special needs. FOOTPRINTS, which provides respite services for families with children diag- nosed with autism spectrum disorders in Durham Region, has organized the Sib- shop, a community-based peer support program for brothers and sisters of chil- dren with special health and developmen- tal needs. The workshop is open to children ages eight to 13. Pre-registration is neces- sary, and the cost is $10, which includes lunch, games and fun. It’s on Sunday, Oct. 3 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church, 1066 Dunbarton Rd., Pickering. For more information: CALL 416-904-4887 EMAIL brook-allred@rogers.com SIBLINGS OF SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN FOOTPRINTS workshop in Pickering Sunday durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 20105 P HELP WANTED MAYOR, CITY OF PICKERING OCTOBER 25TH 2010 Visit www.mauricebrenner.com email brenner@mauricebrenner.com or call 905-831-8030 BrennerMaurice MAYOR A Strong Community Voice City of Pickering Elect Maurice BRENNER will do something about it. On October 25th Elect a Mayor who acknowledges High Property Taxes and is prepared to do something about it! 25 20 15 10 5 0 2007 2008 2009 2010PERCENT22.12% TAX INCREASE OVER 4 YEARS CITY OF PICKERING YEARS +8% +5.9% +3.53% +3.9% A MAYOR WHOSE VISION IS YOUR VISION Maurice Brenner: ACTIONS NOT EXCUSES The Canadian Federation of Independent Business through 84 Local Businesses rated Pickering’s performance “Barely Adequate” under the current Mayor Reasonable property tax level - Poor 45% Value for money of public services - Poor 56% Overall awareness of Small Business - Poor 62% Facts: Debt: 18.5 Million Dollars Imbalance of Residential Tax 85% vs 15% Non-Residential Over the next 4 Years Local Taxes have been projected to increase a further 27.1- 31.1% 2011 +7.9-8.9% 2012 +6.9-7.9% 2013 +6.4-7.4% 2014 +5.9-6.9% That’s 54.12% over 8 Years There are solutions: Elect a Mayor who will do something about high property taxes An Aggressive Economic Development Plan Will Reduce The Residential Burden, Attract More Business, Decrease Vacancies And Create More Jobs Solicit new business through incentives Support local business who are in diffi culty Prioritize local spending-reduce dependency on debt Re-examine governance model for effi ciencies and reduce per-capita costs The development has also secured the long-anticipated, fully enclosed $10-million pedestrian bridge that will span Hwy. 401 and provide a direct con- nection from the Pickering GO station to Pickering Parkway, the Pickering Town Centre, the office tower and a future transportation hub. “The bridge will span the 401 by March 31,” Mayor Dave Ryan said. The mayor sparked negotiations for the office tower in 2006 when he learned the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation had outgrown its current space on Pickering Parkway and would be forced to seek office space elsewhere. The mayor contacted 20 Vic Manage- ment and said he had an ideal tenant in mind if the company wished to build a new tower. MPAC was the first company to con- firm tenancy, and more than a year later, the building is almost full. “We’re now 90 per cent full,” Mayor Ryan said. “We expect to make the final announcement in the very near future.” OPG announced in February that oper- ations at Pickering B station will come to a halt in a decade, but representatives said at the time the company wouldn’t abandon Pickering altogether. “There are many years we’ll need staff here in Pickering,” Mr. Robbins said. Staff will be needed for a number of support purposes for the Darlington sta- tion, which is scheduled to open in 2016, as well as continuing to run, and eventu- ally shut down, Pickering B, for exam- ple. The office will also house a centre of excellence for the decommissioning of nuclear plants. “It’s the access that’s really key to us,” Mr. Robbins said, noting the nearby GO station, the future transit hub and Hwy. 401 will make OPG’s new Pickering home very accessible for all OPG employees. OPG from page 1 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT OPG to stay anchored in Pickering durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 20106 AP & Editorial Opinions& & WE THINK... email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com A Metroland Media Group Ltd. Publication Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classiﬁ ed Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Ofﬁ ce Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales 905-683-5110 Fax 905-683-7363 Classiﬁ eds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, SNA. All content copyright I found out through Facebook this week that a friend of mine had died. The news came to me in a short message with a one-word subject: ‘regrets’. I quickly went to his profile, and sure enough there was a trickle of rest-in-peace messages. That trickle would later become a flood. My friend and I met at Durham College back in my first year in the journalism pro- gram. We were among a handful of older students who naturally gravitated to each other. He lived in Ajax, so I would often give him a lift to school or home and we’d hang out between classes at the coffee shop or at the campus pub. In second year, we took different paths, but we’d still occasionally run into each other and chat. After I graduated, we didn’t really see each other and now that I’ve learned of his passing, I tried to figure out how long it’s been since we’ve spoken. I was stunned to realize it’s been at least three years since we’ve met up face to face, but that’s something that can hap- pen with Facebook. Most of the people I hung out with in college are my Facebook friends, so I keep tabs on them through the site. I got notifications about what was going on in my friend’s life, saw pictures when he went on a trip to British Columbia, realized that he’d become an uncle when I saw photos of him hugging a sweet little girl. Because I’d observe these little mile- stones, he, like others I’ve lost touch with, never really seemed so far away. This friend in particular was a frequent Facebook poster so I knew what he was watching on TV, when he had plans to go out and other little details about his daily life. It would have taken no more than a phone call to meet up for coffee and I always assumed one of these days we would. But I got caught up in my life and he in his, and we never connected. He’s not the only person in my life I’ve lost touch with like that, and I’m sure I’m not the only one. There are people we meet and as our lives change, we leave them behind. Perhaps in the past we would have exchanged Christmas cards or met up the odd time; now we post quick messages on their Facebook walls for birthdays and other celebrations. And because we follow them on Face- book, it gives us the sense that we’re still friends. In real life, we don’t just get snippets from our friends’ lives, we get all the details and now in retrospect I can’t say I really knew what was going on before my friend’s death. But now that he’s gone, it makes me realize that being one of his 383 Facebook friends is a poor substitute for the real thing. At the end, perhaps I was no friend at all. -- Reka Szekely’s social media column appears every Friday in this space. Contact her on Facebook, Twitter (@rszekely) or e-mail at rszekely@durhamregion.com 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 Reka Szekely Durham residents must work to identify, remove gang graffiti There’s a gulf of difference between fanciful tags of a graffiti artist and the spartan symbols of a youth gang mem- ber. They each communicate through their ‘work’. Whereas the graffiti artist might be expressing a social or political mes- sage through overlapping lines and colours, whimsical imagery and exag- gerated caricature, the gang member is sending a message, either to rival gangs or to mark territory. Their graffiti is sim- ple, spare and occasionally menacing. These are some of the simple differ- ences public school board educators around Durham Region were informed of this week at the Durham District School Board’s annual safety week. Along with updates on health, safety and emergency management, new or updated policies and procedures, school board officials were given an update on youth gangs in Durham and their ritual graffiti. Jennifer Laffier, a University of Ontario Institute of Technology expert on graf- fiti, led the session to raise awareness among educators and school admin- istrators to help them recognize gang activity in Durham Region schools. But this isn’t an abstract or purely aca- demic project; youth gangs do exist in some Durham Region communities, including Ajax, Pickering and Oshawa, according to Ms. Laffier’s research. She estimates there are nearly 300 gang members living in Durham and says there have been nine gang-related deaths here at home since 1998. Everyone in communities across Dur- ham has a stake in being cognizant of gang activity -- graffiti tags are used to communicate with rivals or escalate tension -- and to monitor messages that might pop up in their neighbourhoods. You might see the simple tags on mail- boxes, or boulevard hydro boxes, among other typical targets. Ms. Laffier urged Durham educators to follow the four Rs of graffiti: read it, record it, report and remove it. That makes eminent sense and elimi- nates not only a blight on public prop- erty in community neighbourhoods, but obstructs the provocative messaging gang members rely on. Furthermore, it’s important to report any graffiti sightings to police -- or local school officials -- so they can reasonably respond. Gang activity in neighbouring Toron- to has claimed too many young lives. In the starkest terms, there is literally no future in gang membership or the crimi- nal activity associated with it. Teachers, parents, community leaders -- even students -- must take the initia- tive, claim our neighbourhoods as our own and send our own collective mes- sage to gang members: This is our turf. Facebook is not a suitable substitute for real friendship durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 20107 AP Kim Mitchell Sat. Oct. 23, 2010 • 8pm • Tickets $46.50 Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to see a ROCK ICON up close and personal. As a founding member of ‘70s rockers Max Webster plus a 28-year solo career, Kim Mitchell knows how to entertain. With two Juno Awards to his credit and a reper- toire of classic hits, this show is sure to keep you ‘shakin’ like a human being.’ The Piano Men • Starring Jim Witter Featuring the Music of Billy Joel and Elton John Sat. Oct. 30, 2010 • 8pm • Tickets $36.50 “The Piano Men” is a musical journey through the 1970s featuring the songs of Billy Joel and Elton John. 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Staff urging no plan for out-of-office politicians KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Staff is again saying don’t do it, but some councillors want anoth- er look at the possibility of retired politi- cians being able to buy group benefits. In May, human resources staff recom- mended against opening up the benefits program to politicians who are out of office. Councillors wanted staff to take anoth- er look at the idea, but on Wednesday, the same recommendation came from staff. Councillors again asked staff to con- sider the matter and report back by next Wednesday, when Regional Council holds its final meeting prior to the Oct. 25 municipal election. Garth Johns, the Region’s human resources commissioner, told members of Durham Council’s finance commit- tee that the current plan is only open to ‘active’ employees. Opening it up to politicians out of office -- either retired or defeated in an election -- could lead to long-term financial implications and administra- tive challenges, he added. Oshawa Councillor Joe Kolodzie, who isn’t running in the election later this month, supports allowing politicians the option of taking part in the program. “We should give that opportunity for councillors to buy those benefits,” Coun. Kolodzie stat- ed. He noted there’s no cost to taxpayers, as the cost would be paid by the person buying the benefit package. The staff report said the cost would be about $500 per month, but Coun. Kolodzie disputed that amount. “If you buy in bulk, you get a better rate.” Oshawa has a benefits plan, Mr. Johns said, adding it’s “self-insuring. There are very few carriers who get involved in this area. Oshawa did and God bless them. Every expert in the field is pushing back, saying be careful.” As for following Oshawa’s lead, Mr. Johns said, “My strongest recommenda- tion is to not go down that road.” Oshawa Councillor John Henry said there is no cost to the Region if it offered a program. “There is zero cost to the municipality. (The person buying the program would) pay the cost and the administration. If a member of coun- cil wants to buy it, that’s their choice. “There are those advocating that this is free (to politi- cians). There’s nothing free about it,” Coun. Henry said. “There’s zero cost to the City of Oshawa or to the Region of Durham.” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish opposed giv- ing politicians the option of buying a plan. “Out there, there’d be a real backlash of politicians and civil servants and their gold-plated benefits,” Mayor Parish said. It wouldn’t be limited to a small group, he said, as the matter would become an issue during bargaining with Regional unions, who would say “You have this. Why don’t we have this? This will have major costs to residents.” The cost for the program would be part of the Region’s budget, Mayor Parish added. “It won’t be well received and it’s not good government. If I can be persuaded this is good, then I can support it. I don’t think I can.” Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce said any councillor with 15 years of service would be eligible to get benefits until they are 65. Mr. Johns said the cost would be between $3,000 and $4,000 a year, per person. Coun. Henry said the costs to the Region could be in the tens of thousands of dollars if a politician retired young enough. “What is it to the taxpayer? What’s going on in Oshawa is so wrong. I hope councillors understand this is not free.” REGION Durham councillors push again for retiree benefits Out there, there’d be a real backlash of politicians and civil servants and their gold- plated benefits. 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That’s the message the Durham Region Health Department has for local resi- dents, after a 2009 health department survey found only 37 per cent of resi- dents eat fruit and vegetables more than five times a day. Canada’s Food Guide recommends seven to 10 servings of fruit and veggies. A health department fall campaign, titled Vegetables and Fruit. Real Food. Real Fast. Real Good, encour- ages healthy eating amongst Durham residents. The health department wants to remind residents that eating fruits and vegetables is not only healthy, but conve- nient as well. “We’re trying to get people to think differ- ently about vegetables and fruit and to view them as easy to grab and eat on the go, like nature’s fast food,” says Adrienne Baltadjian, a public health nutritionist with the health department. She suggests looking for varieties that are local or in season to keep costs low, or choose items that are frozen or canned, which are just as nutritious. For recipes and tips on adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet: CALL 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729 (Durham Health Connection Line) visit www.durham.ca SCHOOLHOUSE PLAYCARE CENTRES OF DURHAM QUALITY CHILD CARE PROGRAMMES IN A SCHOOL NEAR YOU 1984-2010 26 YEARS OF CARING FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 905 666 5500 EXT 5193 or visit our website at www.schoolhouseplaycare.ca We have limited spaces available at the following locations BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL AVAILABLE AT: WHITBYRobert Munsch P.S. 905 620 0062Capt. M. 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Families and their Boston ter- riers will get together to enjoy a fun-filled day in the company of other Boston terrier lovers. There will be a variety of dog sports, including agility and fly-ball, and indoor and outdoor play areas to enjoy. There will be games and contests, a raffle table, food for people and pets, nail trims and more. The event is open to all Boston terriers and Boston terrier mixes, Frenchies, pugs and other similar small breeds. The event supports canine res- cue. Boston Terrier Rescue Cana- da is a national non-profit organi- zation, run entirely by volunteers, dedicated to rescuing Boston ter- riers and Boston mixes from suf- fering, cruelty, abandonment and neglect. The organization works to rehabilitate the dogs and place them in new loving homes. Res- cue volunteers will be available to answer questions about the orga- nization. The cost is $10 per family, which includes a special goodie bag for the first 100 guests. All proceeds from the event will go to support Boston Terrier Rescue Canada and the dogs they save. Rain or shine, Bostoberfest is being held at SuperDog Central, 2836 Holt Rd. in Bowmanville on Oct. 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information: EMAIL bostoberfest@gmail. com (Cathy Baillie, Bostoberfest coordinator) VISIT www.BostonTerrierRescue- Canada.com FUNDRAISER Durham will go to the dogs this weekend DURHAM -- Stanley, a three- year-old Boston Terrier, will be among the members of his breed at this year’s sec- ond annual Bostoberfest in Clarington on Saturday. 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Trails Committee, which consists of Durham Tourism and the Durham Region health and planning departments, with assistance of the Durham Trails Coordinating Committee. Copies of the Durham Region Trails Guide can be ordered at: visit www.durhamtourism.ca TOURISM Guide to Durham’s trails launched durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201013 AP mattamyhomes.com Presentation Centre Hours: Monday-Thursday 1pm-8pm; Friday 1pm-6pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11am-6pm BILD 2009 Home Builder Of The Year. All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifications, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E. In Seaton You’ll Find Natural Beauty And Beautiful Townhomes. In Pickering’s wonderful community of Seaton, you’ll find great family neighbourhood features such as a special forest with creek as well as playgrounds, parks and walking/biking/nature trails. 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Principal Mike Bashucky calls the switch to full-day learning for kin- dergartners one of the best things the Ontario government has cho- sen to do in terms of education. “Ages three to four are the per- fect time to learn language and numeracy,” he said. “It’s the best age for them to experience and be immersed in that for a whole day.” The new program is play-based learning and it’s working well, he said. The teachers are taking their cues from the children in the class- room. For example, in teacher Karen David’s and early childhood edu- cator Angie Hoard’s class, the stu- dents became fascinated with mar- bles during their first week of class- es. So the pair decided to use them to teach a variety of lessons to keep the youngsters engaged. “We did activities with the marbles for the whole week,” said Ms. David. The kids made marble runs as an art project, then used them to have marble races and make hypotheses about how fast the marbles would go down each run. “How cool is that?” Mr. Bashucky said. “It’s just so natural.” In the class, there is no set nap time, but there are areas where chil- dren can have quiet time or some shut-eye if they want to. But by the second full week of school, there were still no sleepers, “We worried about that, but so far they are not falling asleep,” Mr. Bashucky said. Naps aren’t the only part of the day that are child-determined. The students can eat their snacks from home anytime they want at a table set up in the middle of the class. It means they can eat when they are hungry, not when a schedule demands it, Ms. David said. There were concerns in the media when the format of full-day programs was announced that the class would be taught by a teacher with an ECE instead of two certified teachers. But everyone involved in the Cannon program said the work- ing relationship between the two professionals with different back- grounds is working. “The partnership is so strong,” Mr. Bashucky said. “They each bring a strength to their positions.” Ms. Hoard said she and Ms. David play off each other’s strengths and experiences in the classroom. Ms. David is more familiar with the cur- riculum and Ms. Hoard has brought the ability to make anything into a game from her daycare back- ground, she said. Ms. David will teach a lesson and Ms. Hoard said she’ll follow it up with a game relevant to the mate- rial. The kids seem to like it too. As they bound around the classroom during free play time, there are two adults to ask questions of, two people to help open up snack con- tainers and if one is busy, the other might be able to read them a book. CHEF TOMMY’S ONCHEF TOMMY’S ON BAYLYBAYLY Restaurant & BanquetRestaurant & Banquet Seniors Day!Seniors Day! 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She creates and raffles off vari- ous baskets, and this time around has decided to support the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital’s Image Is Everything campaign to purchase the hospital’s first MRI, The foundation will set up shop outside of Fruits and Passion on the main level of the Pickering Town Centre, 1355 Kingston Rd., until Sunday, Oct. 3. Tickets will be sold from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. FUNDRAISER Basket raffle for good cause at Pickering mall durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201015 AP Meet Mike Holmes at Insta-Insulation’s Grand Opening! SaturdayOctober 9th12-3 p.m. 3260 Highway 7 Pickering Here’s your chance to meet Mike Holmes! Scehduled to appear 1-2 pm g BrooklinBrooklin SAVE today...Pay tomorrow NO Interest NO Payments 12 months www.instainsulation.com 1-800-668-0311 Gran HHer m Sce Proudly Serving Durham Region! 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The Community Gardens, in the Princess of Wales Park near Pickering Recreation Centre, passes on some of its produce to a local food bank. Residents can sign up as of Oct. 13 PICKERING -- Up to 300 Pickering seniors and residents with disabilities will have their snow removed by the City of Pickering this winter. The City offers a snow clearing pro- gram to assist with sidewalk snow clearing responsibilities as well as home access. In order to qualify for the program, resi- dents: must be older than 65 or have proof of a permanent disability; must live within the urban area of Pickering, which is south of Third Concession Road; and cannot be living with someone under the age of 65 who is physically capable of shoveling snow. No applications will be accepted prior to Oct. 13. Forms can downloaded on the City of Pickering’s events calendar on the website. 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Barbecue at Walmart store to raise money for new shelter in Whitby OSHAWA -- A barbecue is being held at the Walmart store at Taunton and Harmony roads in Oshawa this weekend to help raise funds for the Humane Society of Durham Region. The event is being organized by Whitby teen Quinton Abramson, who has been raising funds for the shelter for the past two years. Most recently, he held a bake sale at his school that brought in nearly $400 and just this past sum- mer he managed to raise $1,000 toward the cause. Society staff is current- ly working to a goal of about $700,000 to build a new shelter in Whitby. The amount is the organi- zation’s proportional share to reach the project’s grand total of about $2 million with the help of the federal and provin- cial governments. 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FINISHED LOWER LEVEL WITH WALKOUT TO FULLY FENCED BACKYARD & PATIO…PERFECT FOR DINING ALFRESCO E 1 9 6 6 0 2 8 92 FLETCHER AVENUE, AJAX SUNDAY OCTOBER 3, 2-4 PM ‘Once in a lifetime Home’ situated on a 75x200 ft property at the end of rural cul-de-sac & surrounded by nature but minutes from city centre! Over $100,000 worth of updates and upgrades since 1999. Chalet style open concept with spacious sunroom addition, newer hardwood fl oors, stone fi replaces, cathedral ceilings. Please note: all bedrooms above ground. Sep entrances to bsmt w/4pc bath great for in-law or extended family! www.CherrywoodEast.com or text “House Jomar” to 32075 $449, 9 0 0! SAT & SUN OCT 2/3, 2-4 P.M. 1 JOMAR AVE., NORTH PICKERING (OFF CONC 3 BETWEEN WHITES & FAIRPORT ROADS) RICK SERGISON Broker of Record 905-619-2021 1-866-HEY RICK (439-7425) rick@HeyRick.com Real Estate AssociatesBrokerage Country in the city! Stunning custom bungalow backing onto beautiful historical Olde Whitby. 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SUNDAY OCTOBER 3, 2-4 PM 33 DAKIN DRIVE, AJAX $34 9, 9 0 0 WWW.DURHAM4YOU.COM TRACY MULLIN LARRY LLOYD SALES REPRESENTATIVES 905.430.2390 Keller Williams Energy Real Estate, Brokerage Each offi ce independently owned and operated. 41 BILLINGSGATE CRES, AJAX (SALEM/BAYLY) GIANNA SANTELLI Sales Representative 905-284-4751 $249,900 Beautiful 3 Bedroom Semi Detached Bungalow In A Great Neigbourhood Close To All Types Of Schools. Hardwood Floors Throughout Main Floor (Under Carpet), Open Living & Dining Area, Good Size Bedrooms, Immaculate Kitchen W/New Microwave & Energy Effi cient Dishwasher. New Roof With 30 Year Shingles. Legal 1 Bdrm Basement Apt.Connect Realty Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED SUNDAY OCTOBER 3, 2-4 PM GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201019 AP www.readerschoicedurham.com Voting Deadline is 11:59 pm Friday, October 1st, 2010 VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE BUSINESS! THE AJAX • PICKERING But, builders will be moving on up before long, say experts JENNIFER STONE jstone@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- You could call this the build-up to the build up. While the rest of the Greater Toronto Area experiences an upward shift in high-rise condominium development, Durham lags behind. But, ask both a representative of the construction industry and Durham’s regional chairman, and it’s just a matter of time before this area starts seeing more tall buildings. According to the Building Industry and Land Development Association, high-rise sales were up more than 100 per cent for the January to July period this year over 2009. Nearly half of July sales were recorded in the 905 section of the GTA -- a fact which may point to an emerging trend, said Stephen Dupuis, BILD president and chief operating officer. “Toronto has consistently commanded an 80 per cent share of all high-rise sales, while 80 per cent of low-rise sales have been in the suburbs,” said Mr. Dupuis in a media release. “However, that balance is expected to shift as municipalities start to conform with the Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan.” The plan is one half of twin legislation aimed at preserving greenspace and curb- ing urban sprawl. The other side is legislation known as the Greenbelt Plan, which halts development on 1.8 million acres of sensi- tive land in the Province, including much of northern Durham. In essence, the Growth Plan directs most growth into already urbanized areas while the Greenbelt ensures growth doesn’t move outside those areas. Combined, the two are getting mixed reviews. “People love the Greenbelt, but the cor- ollary of the Greenbelt is the Growth Plan,” which in many ways forces urban areas to build up instead of out, Mr. Dupuis said. “Everywhere there is probably resistance to intensified development,” he said “There’s a saying that the only thing people hate more than sprawl is intensification.” And Durham, he said, has been “probably the most resistant” to the type of intensifica- tion the legislations propose. Still, Mr. Dupuis agrees with Durham Region chairman Roger Anderson’s conten- tion that it’s just a matter of time before high- rise residential development moves into Dur- ham. “It will happen,” Mr. Dupuis said. At the moment, builders are finding they can’t get a large enough return on investment on high-rises in Durham, Mr. Anderson said. To make money, a builder has to sell such property for $800 to $1,500 per square foot. In larger metropolitan areas, they can demand such prices. But, “you aren’t going to sell a half-million dollar 1,000-square-foot unit in Durham,” Mr. Anderson said, noting here, often a detached house can be bought for less than that. The other problem is the political process in getting high-rises built, Mr. Anderson said. The Region has approximately a 30-year sup- ply of high-density land available, “ready to go for high-rise construction,” but much of it abuts lower density developments. “The people who are already living there say they don’t want a 16- to 25-storey build- ing in (their) backyard,” he said. Frequently, their concerns are heard by politicians and, at the end of the day, the den- sity is decreased, so lower-rise residences are built, Mr. Anderson said. But, as land supply decreases in Durham, and Hwy. 407 makes its way through the region, there will no doubt be more of a move toward high-rise development, he said. “It’s just not hit Durham yet.” CONDOS GTA high-rise market on way up, but not in Durham DURHAM -- The Greater Toronto Area’s sale of high-rise and condominium properties is booming but in Durham Region low-rise development leads the way. That’s expect- ed to change as Durham conforms with the Province’s Greater Golden Horseshoe Growth Plan. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201020 AP Calendar ONGOING THE OSHAWA OFFICE OF COMMUNITY CARE DURHAM. is looking for volunteers for a variety of its programs. If you have several hours a week or month, consider becoming one of its Every- day Heros by volunteering as an office volunteer, a Friendly Visitor or a driver with the Meals on Wheels and Transportation programs. For more information about volunteering, call Denyse at 905-430-5613, ext. 222, or e-mail adminoshawa@communitycaredur- ham.on.ca. EPILEPSY DURHAM REGION. is asking Dur- ham residents to consider becoming a volunteer by sharing their time and expertise with those living with epilepsy or a seizure disorder. Volunteers have taught in schools, provided peer support and have worked with local businesses to help improve the quality of life for people in the community. To learn how to become a volunteer, call Dianne at 905-571-2099 or visit www. epilepsydurham.com. THE HORSELESS CARRIAGEMEN. is for men who love to sing. They practice every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Glen Stewart clubhouse, at 201 Cabot St. (at Cartier Street). Call 905-668-6478. OSHAWA BLOOD DONOR CLINIC. 1300 Harmony Rd. N., Oshawa. Tuesday and Thursday 12:30 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. WHITBY ALATEEN. is an anonymous support group for youths aged 12 to 20 years who are affect- ed by someone else’s drinking. Meets Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at Whitby Baptist Church, 411 Gilbert St., Whitby. 905-571-4410 (Rosemary). SERENITY GROUP 12-STEP RECOVERY MEETING. is at 8 p.m. every Friday, including hol- idays, at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with all types of addictions. 905-428-9431 (Jim). THE DURHAM STROKE RECOVERY GROUP. meets on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Westminster United Church, 1850 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby (Rossland and Garrard). Participants at all stages of recovery, caregivers and volunteers are welcome. Refreshments. 289-314-9016. OCTOBER 2 ST. TIMOTHY’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. 97 Burcher Rd., Ajax, as part of its 50th anniversary cel- ebrations, presents Live from Ajax, an original histori- cal play written and produced by L. June Stevenson, at 4 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome. DURHAM TAMIL YOUTH FESTIVAL. at 6 p.m. at the J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate auditorium, 1355 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax. The free event cele- brates the group’s 10th anniversary. All are welcome. 905-428-7007. www.durhamtamils.com. OCTOBER 3 THE INTERCHURCH HEALTH MINISTRY, CANADA. hosts a Speaker’s Corner event, a pre- sentation by Vancouver Dr. John Sloan, author of A BITTER PILL: How the Medical System is Failing the Elderly. From 7 to 9 p.m. at Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N., Ajax. Tickets are $25 at the door and $20 in advance, seniors’ price is $15. For information and advance tickets, call the ICHM at 1-888-841-7619. PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE FOUNDA- TION’S. Fall Family Festival is from noon to 4:30 p.m. at the Village, located on north Pickering’s 6th Concession Rd. (west of Westney Road at Hwy. 7). The annual fundraising event features music, chil- dren’s activities, the annual Rubber Duckie Race and more in the Pioneer Village. Admission is free. www. cityofpickering.com/standard/lifestyle/museum/main. html. OCTOBER 5 THE DURHAM REGION GENEALOGY SOCIETY. meets at 7:30 p.m. at Kingsview United Church, 505 Adelaide Ave. E., Oshawa. Guest Ivy Sucee, founder and president of The Barnardo Home Memorial Group, speaks on ‘The Home Children’. For more information, visit www.durham.ogs.on.ca. THE DURHAM TRILLIUM QUILTERS’ GUILD. meets in the cafeteria at the Durham District School Board office, 400 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby, (just west of Anderson Street), starting at 7:30 p.m. Sue Carmi- chael from the Quilter’s Cupboard speaks on being chosen for the fall issue of Quilt Sampler magazine. Also a member’s show and tell and light refresh- ments. Guests, new members and anyone interested are welcome. 905-721-0373 (Cathy). OCTOBER 6 OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT GROUP. wel- comes foot care nurse Angie Sokol. At St. Paul’s Unit- ed Church, 65 Kings Cres., Ajax, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. $2 per person and all are welcome. 905-831- 4471 (Odette). Send your upcoming events to newsroom@ durhamregion.com. At least 14 days notice is required for consideration of their inclusion. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201021 P Kevin Ashe Three issues I feel strongly about: I have been listening very closely to the residents of Ward 1, and it is clear that the most important issue facing Pickering is taxes. The public purse is not bottomles, yet too often Council has spent with little regard for the people who actually pay. City Council needs to be restrained on how it spends money. Government must be respectful of the taxpayer. The most important thing we can do as City Council is respect the taxpayer and to provide fiscal account- ability. It’s time to get back to business. Another important issue in Pickering is Community Safety ...Be it parking, speeding cars or youth in the park ... We must partner with the Police to make our community safer. Lastly, Pickering needs more sports infrastructure. My philosophy on ethics and trans- parency in government: Available, Accountable and Approachable should be the underlining foundation for any person seeking public office. Politicians in general have been given a bad rap because of the very few who have bro- ken a trust with their voters. I have a guiding priniciple to win that trust back. What are the biggest problems that have to be addressed in the ward you are running in?: I have been knocking on doors and engaging with Ward 1 residents for many months now, and the number one issue I hear at the door is taxes. Pickering needs a City Council that takes a buiness-like approach to how it spends and invests tax money. Citizens must receive value for their hard-earned tax dollars. As a City Councillor, I will be committed to strong principles of fiscal accountability to ensure that maximum value is real- ized. James Blair Three issues I feel strongly about: Issue 1, Limit Taxation Concerns and Address Local Traffic Issues. From 2001 to 2006, Pickering City council has dis- cussed and motions were passed to prevent any cost of future development from being financed by existing tax pay- ers. It was announced on March 4th, 2010 that due to a legal battle with York Region (which never saw a courtroom), Pickering taxpayers can expect a tax hike of 3.9 per cent. If elected, I will push for a 0% tax freeze for two years to open the books and to see where our tax money is going. Citizens have a right. Any future development and charges for infrastructure should be fronted and carried by land speculators and inves- tors, not existing tax payers. Issue 2. Promote new and innovative ways to create economic revenue for the City of Pickering. True Leadership is needed to create sustainable employment. Believe it or not, it’s okay to think outside of the box. We don’t need to follow other com- munities and municipalities who see big box stores or strip malls as an approach to economic security. These types of quick fixes destroy communities, cre- ate low wages and part-time employ- ment. Elected officials need to do bet- ter then this. Issue 3. Limit in camera meetings and those held behind closed doors. Pickering citizens feel that they are being intentionally kept in the dark. The York Region ‘Big Stink Pipe’ is the most recent example of this type of behind closed doors politics which must end. Council must not be allowed to hide behind conveniently created legal smokescreens preventing the elector- ate from knowing how elected officials have voted. My philosophy on ethics and trans- parency in government: Elected offi- cials need to get their priorities straight. The needs, concerns and well-being of all citizens of Pickering must be con- sidered first and foremost. Using any elected position to further one’s own political goals and aspirations is not what municipal office is for. All elected officials, must remember to check their egos at the door. They are not elected to further or promote any provincial or federal parties political platform. Coun- cil must learn to work together in the best interest of the City of Pickering and its citizens, not what is best for individu- als on council. What are the biggest problems that have to be addressed in the ward you are running in?: Limit Taxation Concerns and Address Local Traffic Issues. Promote new and innovative ways to create new economic revenue for the City of Pickering. Projected clo- sure of Pickering Nuclear. Promote and foster direct youth and community involvement within municipal affairs. Limit in camera meetings and those held behind closed doors. Agricultural Preserve. Multi-use playing fields for all athletic programs in Pickering. Promote and support local Youth organizations to develop educational, social and athletic programs for all citizens of Pickering. Bring integrity back to public office. Sherry Croteau Three issues I feel strongly about: I will focus on what you have told me is most important: managing growth, improving services and enhancing our quality of life. Managing growth requires a balanced approach; ensur- ing that roads, parks and facilities keep in step with development. In particular, I believe the needs of Seaton must be met in Seaton to ensure that the influx of residents does not overwhelm cur- rent infrastructure. I believe improving public services means creating better transportation and public transit solu- tions to minimize congestion and traffic throughout the city. It also means provid- ing greater opportunities for sports, the arts, and other recreational activities. I believe we can enhance our quality of life in three ways: by improving safety in our public spaces, such as parks and school yards; by promoting Pickering as an Energy Centre to attract industry, increase jobs and build our business tax base; and by finding new ways to make our city more sustainable for the next generation. My philosophy on ethics and trans- parency in government: My philoso- phy on ethics and transparency in gov- ernment is simple. Firstly, I believe that Councillors should not benefit finan- cially from their decisions. Secondly, I believe that in order to be transparent, Council must consult with residents when issues arise and must continue to invite the public and the media into the room when decisions are being made. What are the biggest problems that have to be addressed in the ward you are running in?: There is a lot of work to be done in Ward 1 over the next four years! Planning and development issues include addressing growing traf- fic congestion during rush hour, dealing with the odour control facility, providing better transit solutions (especially in the north end of the Ward) and managing the impact of the Seaton development. Infrastructure issues include resolv- ing basement flooding in West Shore, implementing the Frenchman’s Bay Storm Water Management Plan and continuing to improve roads throughout our neighbourhoods. Rob McCaig Three issues I feel strongly about: Local Tax increases in excess of 20% in in the last few years are of grave concern. We need to Market this City and attract sustainable business to the designated employment lands and remove the Tax Burden off Residents! Pickering needs a more focused stra- tegic plan. Settling for the status quo is unacceptable! Lets keep our “Pennies in Pickering”, help existing Retailers and attract more “easy-access retail” and maybe a restaurant or two so resid- nets will spend their money closer to home. Infrastructure also needs to be improved! We are a City of over 94,000 people with areas such as Westshore that need storm water and sewage upgrades. Our streets are starting to crumble and poorly maintained roads must be attended to. More Medical facil- ities are also needed for our City! My philosophy on ethics and trans- parency in government: All levels of Government must be transparent so that taxpayers will know their hard earned tax dollars are being well cared for! Extravagent expense spending on the part of Council that includes over used Blackberry’s must be controlled. In addition, an Ethics Commissioner should be appointed to investigate unethical behaviour on the part of Councillors and Municipal Staff. What are the biggest problems that have to be addressed in the ward you are running in?: Traffic gridlock, dive-by Police deterrance and improved infrastructure are all key issues in Ward One. Better traffic planning, wider streets, continuous sidewalks and bike paths need to come to Pickering. In addition, DRPS need to be more pro- active, more visable and they need to drive through all our neighborhoods on a regular basis. We also need to address issues of unwanted intensifica- tion by City Planners. They should listen to neighborhoods Joe Przybylo Three issues I feel strongly about: Taxpayers deserve sound fiscal man- agement. Waste reduction must be embraced and tenaciously pursued. In these difficult economic times, the City must be judicious in all expenditures. There must be relentless scrutiny in all budget areas. Standards of service must be clear. All of the City’s employ- ees must be held accountable for their performance. We need to attract more business and industry to our City. The Business Development organization needs to ramp up their efforts to reduce the mounting pressure on the individual taxpayer. As Pickering continues to grow, we need to ensure that the devel- opment goes beyond strip malls and box stores. We still need to have an attractive downtown core. We need a robust planning process. My philosophy on ethics and trans- parency in government: All elected officials must be accountable to the electorate. Their office budgets and expenses should be posted monthly on the City’s Web site. The public must have confidence that those elected embrace the common good rather than self interest. What are the biggest problems that have to be addressed in the ward you are running in?: Roads and traf- fic congestion. Public safety -- Do you feel safe and secure walking around all of Ward 1? Garbage -- Do we have an affordable, sustainable short term, 5 and 10 year plan. Ongoing and effective education on the 3Rs remains para- mount. Stop the Stink -- The planned Odour Control Facility in Cherrywood should be in York Region; not the City of Pickering. Recreation -- what is the long term plan? The province closed the Pet- ticoat Creek pool. Candidates for Pickering Town Councillor Ward 1 ... on strong feelings, ethics and transparency (1 to be elected) EDITOR’S NOTE: The News Advertiser posed ques- tions to all the candidates. Answers have been printed as submitted. Complete bios and Q&As can be found on our website, durhamre- gion.com. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201022 P Upcoming Events Education Tours & Birthdays Time now to book for the adventure of a lifetime, call for details! Register Now for Fall & Winter Workshops! 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But fear not, the Canadian rocker is coming to Durham after all. He’s kicking off the Durham Concert Series, a slate of five shows presented by the Metroland Durham Region Media Group. The concerts are at the Regent Theatre in Oshawa, recently restored to become one of the best music venues in the area. “It is really exciting for us to see the Regent Theatre come alive again through the efforts of the UOIT and many others who have worked to see not just a revitalized theatre but a revitalized downtown and expanded entertain- ment options,” says Duncan Fletcher, director of adver- tising, Metroland Durham Media Group and gen- eral manager, Dynamic Publishing and Events Management. “We also realized that as a media out- let we could play a unique and active role in bring- ing top names in music to the area and supporting that revitalization. This inaugural series stars a cast of well known, pop- ular Canadian artists. We hope these will be the first of many top- quality acts to come through the doors of the Regent.” Metroland Durham interviewed Mitchell earlier this year and learned he was no stranger to Oshawa. The afternoon drive host on classic rock station Q107 recalled playing, recording and having meals in the city. “I love playing the shwig- gety-shwa,” he said. “I have some fond memories there.” Mitchell noted that much of the material on the live I am a Wild Party disc was recorded at the Civic Auditorium. “I always considered Oshawa a big rock town,” he said. Mitchell’s latest is 2007’s Ain’t Life Amazing, but his writing output almost dried up after his seventh solo effort, 1999’s Kimosabe. “I just wasn’t interested in recording; I just wasn’t interested in writing,” he said. So much had changed in the music industry since his first, Max Webster, was released in 1975. As well, when Mitchell did a live show, everybody wanted to hear his classics. Add to that the tremendous effort required to make an album and you can understand why Mitchell wondered, ‘what’s the point?’ But something was missing. “Essentially, I just started to feel a little bit empty,” he said. “Just the fact that I wasn’t writing music.” If not for his fans, he decided he had to write for himself. The result was Ain’t Life Amazing, and Mitchell said he’s “very proud of that record. “That’s what I’m about as a guitar player,” he said. His solo career began with Kim Mitchell in 1980. He had major hits with Go for Soda and Patio Lan- terns, the latter’s success espe- cially taking him by surprise. “I had no idea whatsoever (how big it would be),” Mitch- ell said. If you’re a diehard fan who goes way back with Mitchell, rest assured he will be per- forming some classic Max Webster material as well. The two-time Juno Award-winner takes the stage Saturday, Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $46.50 and available at durhamcon- certseries.com or by call- ing 1-866-9-GET-TIX. The series continues a week later with The Piano Men - Starring Jim Witter on Oct. 30 at 8 p.m. Tick- ets are $36.50. “The Piano Men is a musical journey through the 1970s featuring the songs of Billy Joel and Elton John,” states the website. “This multi-media rock musical has earned rave reviews from music critics all across North America. There are even plans to take the show over- seas to London and Japan in the near future. The show makes for an unforgettable evening.” The Regent Theatre is at 50 King St. E. (between Harmony and Wilson roads). METROLAND FILE PHOTO DURHAM -- Kim Mitchell is first up in a series of five concerts presented by the Metroland Durham Region Media Group at Oshawa’s Regent Theatre. LIVE MUSIC Ajax’s Dr. Ho performs at benefit DURHAM -- Musicians are coming together for a good cause by doing what they all love - performing. Dundas group The Mattaniah Chris- tian Male Choir plays at the Thanks Be To Thee Concert in Whitby. The Oct. 8 event is to raise money for Whitby’s Ter- race Long-term Care Home. The benefit concert is at Hebron Christian Reformed Church, 4240 Anderson St., Whitby. Under the direction of Herman den Hollander and organist Andre Knevel, the choir is performing along with special guests soloist Dr. Benjamin Ho of Ajax and pan flutist Liselotte Rokyta. The benefit begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the door on the night of the event. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $25 per family. DURHAM -- A studio tour this week- end in west Durham is more than just a “come have a look” event. Andrew Hamilton, executive director of the Durham West Arts Centre, says there are a lot of demonstrations and interactive components as well. “Travelling on the Durham West Studio tour from artist to artist provides a unique insight into the life and work of an artist and demystifies the artistic pro- cess,” he says. “It is a great opportunity to meet the artist, watch them work and learn about the creative process.” The self-guided tour is Oct. 2 and 3 in Pickering, Ajax and Uxbridge, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. There is no cost to participate. See who’s on the tour at www.dwac.ca. AUTHORS ‘Bitten’ author visits with writers in Ajax DURHAM -- Halloween is a month away, so a visit by Kelley Armstrong seems entirely appropriate. The Ontario author of ‘Bitten’ is the Writers’ Community of Durham Region’s guest on Oct. 9 in Ajax. ‘Bitten’ is the story of the only female werewolf on the planet. The meeting is from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the Ajax Convention Centre, 550 Beck Cres., Ajax. The cost, which includes breakfast, is $15 for members, $20 for guests. Pre-register online at www.wcdr. org, by phone at 905-686-0211 or by e-mail at breakfast@wcdr.org, no later than noon on Oct. 7. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201024 AP TICKET S ON SAL E SEPT. 1 7 ! ©2010 The Wiggles Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 11 am & 2:30 pm SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24 12 pm & 3:30 pm ROGERS CENTRE Tickets at 416.870.8000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca Even at a young age, Pickering fine art photog- rapher Joanne de Boehm- ler took the family pictures, recording activities, outings and events with a Brownie camera bought for her by her father. So it was a nat- ural that, eventually, she would make picture-taking a central focus in her life. Growing up in Trinidad, the daughter of an oil busi- ness entrepreneur, de Boe- hmler was educated in the convent school system on her native island and then at 10 was sent to Barbados to finish her schooling. She next “just limed” (a Trinida- dian expression for hang- ing out) for several years before deciding to follow in her other siblings’ footsteps and emigrate from Trini- dad, choosing Canada as her new home in the early 1970s. Coming from an exotic and privileged existence to the colder climes of Cana- da and the responsibility of making a living was quite a shock for her. But she quickly adapted and found employment, first in admin- istrative jobs and eventually in editing and, ultimate- ly, desktop publishing in the financial industry, and then primarily as a consul- tant for the Ontario govern- ment’s Ministry of Health plus other clients since the 1980s. De Boehmler had main- tained her interest in pho- tography throughout the years and finally decided to get serious and shoot photos that were not ”just clicking” a decade or so ago, studying for a diploma in photography at George Brown College in Toron- to. She followed up with numerous workshops and, most definitively, a week- long intensive in Maine called The Extraordinary in Ordinary Places that helped establish her fine-art direc- tion. On outings with her cam- era, Joanne admits to “just getting lost in the process,” stopping and “working the location” to find gem imag- es of colour and design and light. See de Boehmler’s work for yourself at her home/ studio when she partici- pates in the Durham West Studio Tour on the weekend of Oct. 2 and 3; information is available at www.dwac. ca. Or check out her photo works on her site at www. artistic-expression.com. Allan O’Marra is a professional artist living and working in Ajax. For contact information go to www. allanomarra.com COLUMN Pickering’s Joanne de Boehmler ALLAN’S ARTISTS PHOTO BY ALLAN O”MARRA PICKERING -- Pickering fine art photographer, Joanne de Boehmler in her studio Brian McNair Sports Editor bmcnair@durhamregion.com durhamregion.com facebook.com/sportsdurhamregion twitter.com/scnewsdurhamSports durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201025 AP GO-KARTING Luciano eyes long career in racing Next up is the world championships to be held in Italy SHAWN CAYLEY scayley@durhamregion.com AJAX -- Cory Luciano, for as long as he can remember, has had a passion for racing. His foray into the world of speed began as a youngster on snowmobiles, he says, before turning to go-karts, where he is currently one of the best in Can- ada for his age. The next step? Luciano hopes for a career in the sport he loves. “I haven’t really decided what I really want to do, if it’s more open wheel or oval type of stuff,” Luciano, 16, said in a recent interview. “Open wheel is getting a lot harder to get into because you need so much money and so much sponsorship to start in low levels. Oval racing, it seems there is a lot bigger a pay-off for the money you’ve got to spend. “Hopefully I can get to NASCAR or Indy car. I really want a career out of racing,” he adds. But first things first as Lucia- no continues to rip up the track with his go-kart. The Ajax resident recently fin- ished second at the Canadian national go-kart championships in Mont Tremblant. Though Luciano was in position to push for top spot, he was more than satisfied with crossing second as the top two finishers earned a spot in the world champion- ships, which will take place in Italy next month. “At the start, I was right on his bumper, but I didn’t want to fight with him because if the group behind caught up, my chances would be less,” to advance, he said. “So I stayed behind and followed, sat back and took it easy on the engine. “It’s a great feeling. I’ve been working for four years to get to this position of racing with Team Canada at the world finals.” A Denis O’Connor high school student, Luciano, aside from the impending appearance at the worlds, is looking forward to another racing opportunity coming his way next spring. He was recently awarded a racing scholarship to attend the Jim Russell Racing School in Mont Tremblant. Some of the biggest names in the sport have attended the program, which is designed to help racers learn about the open wheel set up, how to tune the car, determine what’s wrong with the car, how it works and shifting, among other things. “It’s basically to show you how to get used to open wheel racing,” said Luciano, who will spend four days at the school. Some of the names that have attended in year’s past, accord- ing to the school’s website, include NASCAR great Davie Allison, Formula One driver Jensen Button and Canada’s own Jacques Villeneuve, who has raced in all three of the Indy, Formula One and NASCAR cir- cuits. “It’s nice to know I am going to a place that has helped success- ful drivers in the past,” Luciano said. HOCKEY Snelling gets into a home game with Wellington Belleville Bulls prospect gets some experience in OJHL BRAD KELLY bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- Darryl Snelling got the opportunity to enjoy being at home for a weekend, a luxury he won’t get to experience too often this season. The Ajax resident was at the Ajax Community Centre this past Sunday, playing in an Ontario Junior Hockey League game. But it wasn’t the sweater of the local Pickering Panthers he was wear- ing, but rather that of the visiting Wellington Dukes. As part of an affiliation agreement the Dukes have with the OHL Belleville Bulls, Snelling was getting a lit- tle extra ice time in and gaining some valuable experience play- ing against older and stronger players. But it’s only a temporary thing for the third-round draft choice, 43rd overall this past spring. “It was nice. I haven’t been here in a while. It’s good to be back home with the family, hav- ing the pre-game meal,” he said of enjoying his mom’s home cooking, as well as playing in front of family, friends and for- mer teammates who attended the game. Wellington coach Marty Abrams was happy to oblige the Bulls, adding Snelling for a pair of week- end games against Vil- lanova and Pickering, both result- ing in wins. “The Bulls felt that it was a good opportunity for Darryl to come down and get some min- utes and get some playing time,” he said. “We know our role as an affiliate team and when they send us a player we give him some ice time. “If we can get him in the line- up when they want us to, we’ll accommodate them. He played great (Sunday) and is a pleasure to coach.” Snelling attended his first OHL camp and appeared in some exhibition games for the Bulls through September. Though he wasn’t in the lineup for the regular season opener against Kingston, a 3-0 loss, he expects to make a contribution to the hockey club in this his rookie season. “Camp was good. It was intense,” he said of his first impression of hockey at a higher level. “There are a lot of bigger, faster guys. I had to get used to it. There were a lot of games and workouts in between so it was tough, but I’ve got used to the speed already in some exhibi- tion games. “It’s going well for me and I feel like I can be a part of the team.” Snelling played his minor hockey for the Ajax-Pickering Raiders until his minor midget year, when he shifted to the Mis- sissauga Reps of the GTHL. He attended Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School before switch- ing to a high school in Belleville this fall. JASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND AJAX -- Cory Luciano earned a spot in the go-kart world champi- onships in Italy this November. DARRYL SNELLING Tyke Selects make good first impression ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA -- A very excited Pickering Panthers Tyke A Select team (six and seven year olds) travelled to Erie, Pennsyl- vania to participate in the Hunt- er Faulkner Fall Faceoff Tourna- ment, advancing all the way to the finals. Despite dropping their open- ing game against a very strong Winterhurst Warriors team from Cleveland, the Panthers rebounded nicely on Satur- day morning, defeating the Tonawanda Lightning 9-5. This set up a must-win game against the Amherst Knights to advance out of the division. After giving up two quick goals, the Panthers rebounded to defeat Amherst 4-3, scoring with one minute left on the clock, to finish in second place and earn a spot in the semifinals. Later in the day when the Win- terhurst team was disqualified from the tournament, giving the Panthers first place in the divi- sion. Sunday morning saw the Pan- thers match-up with a very tough Rochester Grizzlies team in the semifinals. This time, the Panthers jumped out to a quick two-goal lead and, backed by outstanding goaltending, the Panthers hung on to beat Roch- ester 3-2 and book their spot in the finals. The tournament finals saw the Panthers take on the West Sen- eca Wings. After a slow start, the momentum was really shift- ing in the Panthers favour when the game was suspended due to deteriorating ice conditions. It was determined that the ice surface could not be restored to acceptable playing conditions, so both teams were crowned co- champions. Goaltenders Nicholas Foley and Jake Robbins both had an outstanding tournament, stop- ping several breakaways and making some very timely saves. The defence of Matthew Clark, Cailynn Denoon, Nicolaus Huebel, Tyler Johnstone and Alex O’Keefe did a great job of clearing the zone and contrib- uted several key assists over the weekend. Forwards Ben Cromp- ton, Cameron Fotopoulos, Ryan Gardner, Gavin Harkness, Mark Lamanna, Paul Ludwinski, Ethan McKellar, Ty Petrou and Nathan Raymer scored some fantastic goals and provided excellent backchecking throughout the tournament. The coaching staff of Dave Johnstone, Scott Gardner, Rob Huebel, Mark Ludwinski and Ryan McKellar couldn’t be more proud of the effort put forth by the team and are looking for- ward to getting the regular sea- son underway. Team manager Cheryl Robbins organized a fan- tastic weekend.durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201026 AP Friday, October 1, 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. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 6:30 Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. 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MINOR HOCKEY Panthers declared co-champions of Fall Faceoff tournament in Erie SUBMITTED PHOTO ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA -- The Pickering Tyke Select Panthers made it through to the final of a tournament in the United States, but poor ice conditions suspended the game. They were named co-cham- pions. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201027 AP It’s dog eat dog. Be ready. 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Interested applicants shall provide a resume with covering letter electronically; hard copies of resumes will not be accepted. We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Career Training AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiﬁ ed- Housing available. CALL Aviation In- stitute of Maintenance (877)818-0783 HANDS-ON TRAINING Op- portunities! Operator for Skid-Steer Loader & Mini-Ex- cavator. (Sponsored By: Bobcat® of Durham East & Pine Ridge Rent-All). Pre-ap- prenticeship Trades. Resi- dential Home Inspections. Location: Bowmanville, ON. Starting: October 2010. Lim- ited Openings. CALL: 1-866- 697-0117 Drivers AZ DRIVER wanted for Steady Canada/USA runs. Must have 2 years cross bor- der experience. Call Joe at JAC (905)579-5959 ext. 224. 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Your main duties will be to proof read reports, format reports into our standard report model, invoice clients for services and provide administra- tive support. Previous legal secretary experience would be an asset. Thorough knowledge of MS Ofﬁ ce required. Starting salary based on experience. To apply, please forward your curriculum vitae online to fulcher@expcep.com. Only persons with suitable experience will be contacted. PART- TIME / ON- CALL POSITIONS WAREHOUSE OPPORTUNITIES Our National Distribution Center in Whitby is responsible for the inbound movement of goods from suppliers around the world and services customers across Canada. We have opportunities for PART- TIME, ON-CALL, employment in the following positions: picking, packing, shipping, receiving in a Radio Frequency environment supported by a warehouse management system. 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JOB FAIR Monday, Oct 4th Tuesday, Oct 5th 10 a.m - 3 p.m NOW HIRING PICKERS / SORTERS / LABELLERS AFTERNOON SHIFT 3 P.M. - 11 P.M. • Able to work on detailed, repetitive projects • Self -motivated • Kit assembly experience • Able to work in a fast paced environment • CSA approved footwear Apply in person: STAFF PLUS DURHAM REGION 88 Centre Street, North, Ste 3 Oshawa, ON L1G 4B6 Phone: 905-720-0122 Fax: 905-720-0678 Email: durham@staffplus.org Please bring resume, 2 pieces of ID (photo), SIN, Bank Info, work references. - GET PAID TO LEARN - YOUTH CAREERS ● Attend 4 weeks of paid job preparation training ● Strengthen your job search skills ● Prepare for an interview ● And Much More! Next begins session: PICKERING - October 18, 2010 To be eligible you MUST: ● Have NOT completed your Grade 12 ● Be 16-30 years old and a Resident of Durham ● Be unemployed and not attending school ● Not collecting Employment Insurance Beneﬁ ts Contact: YMCA Durham Employment Services Ask to speak with a Youth Careers Staff Member (905) 427-7670 Ajax News Advertiser is looking for a reliable stay at home parent to deliver papers and ﬂ yers to North Ajax residents as a spare carrier. Deliveries three days a week, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday by 6pm. Reliable vehicle a must. Please call Audrey Wood at (905)683-5117 ext. 257 Career Training General Help ATTENTION: $25 per hr/ avg. Registration Agents re- quired. 12 immediate posi- tions. $1.8 billion company. We train you! 905-435-1052 Career Training General Help EXPERIENCED BODY Technician and Prepper for busy ﬂ at rate collision repair shop in Whitby. Please fax resume to 905-668-0870. 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Part/full time. Car & Internet necessary Diana 1-866-306- 5858 MANDARIN RESTAURANT requires Host Staff. Experi- ence not necessary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/East of Brock Road) General Help PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE SERVICES requires Assistant Teacher with F license. Previous experience with children & Criminal Reference check required. Apply to: 129 Perry St. Whit- by, L1N 4B7 or fax 905-668- 8528 General Help R.E.C.E's, ASSISTANTS, supply staff required for Whitby & Scarborough locations. First Aid/CPR, CRC & medical required. Email resume to: sunshinecc@rogers.com or fax: 905-430-0818 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 • October 1, 201028 AP RESOURCES FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN AND YOUTH - DURHAM REGION RFECY has been supporting children with special needs and their families for over 20 years. We are seeking a dynamic individual interested in a career opportunity with our organization. CONSULTATION ADVISOR • To provide guidance and direction to the consultation team in regard to service delivery • To be responsible for the management of a portfolio of internal and community based tasks • To provide consultation services to the identiﬁ ed client group (families, licensed child care programs, schools and community at large) in a comprehensive and ﬂ exible manner that supports the principles of inclusion. Responsibilities will include: ❍ Helping families plan for their children, identify implementation strategies and monitor outcomes. ❍ Providing case management and work collaboratively with community partners ❍ Providing training and education. The successful applicant must be highly motivated, a self starter and possess the following: • Degree in Human/Social Services ﬁ eld • Five to ten years experience working with children, families, and other service providers, including three to ﬁ ve years working with children with special needs • Previous supervisory experience including recruitment, orientation, day to day supervision and evaluation • Good analytical, decision making, facilitation, and problem solving skills • Proven ability to develop and provide training or deliver workshops • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple work demands both inter- and intra- dependently • Proven ability to respond to multi-faceted responsibilities and reporting while working with a wide range of professionals and personalities • Willingness to work both in ofﬁ ce and home ofﬁ ce that has access to high speed internet • Strong commitment to the principles of inclusion and family directed service • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Car and valid driver's license are essential. Please visit www.rfecydurham.com for further details about our Agency. If you are up to the challenge and wish to take on this stimulating position, send resume by 5 p.m. on October 8, 2010 to: Resources for Exceptional Children and Youth - Durham Region Email: hr@rfecydurham.com Fax: 905 427-3107 (Please identify CA1008 position in subject line) NO TELEPHONE CALLS Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted Seeks Phone: 416-261-4496 ECRA - ESA ELECTRICIAN & EXPERIENCED RENOVATORS Carpenters, Tilers and Drywallers Need Own Tools & Vehicle & WSIB For work in Scarborough & Durham Estimating experience required SERVICE ELECTRICIAN REQUIRED FOR SCARBOROUGH/TORONTO AREA • 309A (Certiﬁ cate of Qualiﬁ cation) • Drivers Licence - good standing • Experience with residential & commercial service in service truck • Own tools Email: electricjob@hotmail.com Fax: (905)795-8138 Lic. Electrician (valid 309 or 442 license) and Lic. 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We offer: • Unlimited earnings plan based on salary plus commission • Intensive, complete on-board training and ﬁ eld support programs • Strong team-based working environment • Comprehensive beneﬁ ts program and pension plan • Structured opportunities for career advancement • Security in working with an established market leader; recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Employers and a member of the Green 30 List of Canadian companies We are seeking: • Enthusiastic sales professional with results driven "hunter" mentality • 1-3 years experience developing new business in a B2B capacity preferred; willing to train qualiﬁ ed candidates • Strong sense of urgency; self-motivated and driven to succeed • Strong prospecting skills including telephone and cold- calling • Strong listening, organizational, communication and negotiation skills To learn more about this exciting Sales career opportunity, call G&K Services Inc. at (905)433-9453 today to register for our upcoming Career Open House on October 7, 2010. EXPERIENCED COOKS required for Bella Notte Restaurant in Whitby Full & part time positions. Please email resume to: bellanotte@rogers.com Careers General Help SEEKING TUTORS Kinder- garten to Grade 12, OCT, EA's, English, French, Math and Science preferred. Forward resume to: jfry@tutordoctor.com SITE SUPER New Town- house project Oshawa. 1- 866-222-1102 Email re- sumes to bloorparkvillage@ mediterracorp.com TAXI TAXI is hiring full time day and night shift drivers. Call Dave for details at 905- 571-1234 UNIK CHOCOLATE requires Warehouse Worker to start immediately. Please call (905)831-7191 Salon & Spa Help EXPERIENCED HAIRSTY- LIST wanted for Whitby sa- lon. Chair rental only. Please contact Christy @ 905-926- 0745 for details and to schedule interview. HAIRSTYLIST FULL TIME with experience JOSEPH'S HAIRSTYLING, Oshawa Centre. Apply in person or call Joe (905)723-9251 Skilled & Technical Help TIG WELDER local business requires WELDER for pro- duction welding. Highly skilled in aluminum and stainless is essential. C.W.B. Certiﬁ cation pre- ferred. Must be able to inter- pret drawings and work with little or no supervision. Com- petitive wages and beneﬁ ts. Fax resume: (905)571-7208. SHINGLERS REQUIRED immediately with experience & own tools for a rooﬁ ng crew in Ajax. Steady work through winter. Fax resumes to: 905-686-3503 or call Adam at 289-200-1583. Check website: www.jarooﬁ ng.ca CARPENTERS REQUIRED to do forming. Minimum 4 yrs. experience. Salary based on experience. Email resume to: constructionontario @hotmail.com Careers Skilled & Technical Help APPLICATIONS ENGINEER Adamson Systems Engineer- ing specializes in the manu- facturing of large scale con- cert loudspeakers. The appli- cations engineers role would cover Technical & Tour Sup- port, as well as Training and Design Support. The appli- cant skills must include 8+ years of International Touring experience as a FOH Sys- tems Engineer and experi- ence with Adamson Loud- speakers, in particular the Y Axis Series is pertinent. The applicant must have the ability to be proﬁ cient in the following audio measurement systems: WinMLS, Smaart, CLIO and MLSSA. The appli- cant must have an excellent knowledge of loudspeakers, acoustics and audio systems design and be able to con- duct training seminars with multiple attendees. Appli- cant must hold a valid pass- port, a valid driver license and own their own vehicle as public transit is not available. Please fax resume to: 905- 982-0609. CLASS A MECHANIC re- quired for general repair shop. Please fax resume to 905-721-8300 attention Dale. Arlie Sales Ltd. EXPERIENCED COPPER eavestrough installers need- ed for custom copper work. Must have a valid license with a good driving record. 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Fresh reno, clean. $900/mnth (705)868-2308 2-BEDROOM OSHAWA, King/Bond, main-ﬂ oor du- plex, immediate, $860/mo. Upper-ﬂ oor duplex $850/mo, immediate. Suit working per- sons. Newly renovated. Bus at door, both include water. First/last. No smoking/pets. 905-430-0249. OSHAWA, 2-bedroom in 6-plex adult lifestyle bldg, no pets, laundry avail., parking. hardwood ﬂ oors. avail. im- mediately. (905)665-5537. Sales Help & Agents Hotel/ Restaurant Apartments & Flats for RentA 50 ADELAIDE ST., 290 & 300 Mary St. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom, adult complex from $795 Utilities Incld; Ele- vator access. Walk to down- town. Near Durham College, Oshawa Hospital & Bus stop. Call us today! 905-431- 4205 skylineonline.ca AJAX SOUTH. Salem/Bayly very clean large one bed- room basement apt. shared laundry, appliances, parking, has tub, avail. 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Laundry on-site, Elevator & Security entrance. 905-438- 1971. 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 NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE newly renovated 2-bedroom in quiet 5-unit building, $815+hydro. ALSO AVAILABLE 1-bedroom, newly renovated, unique lay- out, in triplex, $825-inclu- sive. 905-438-9873 NORTH OSHAWA- 2-bed- room, Oct. lst. and Nov. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances in- cluded. Pay cable, parking, laundry facilities. (905)723- 2094 OSHAWA 2-bedroom, $850/mo-inclusive; TWO 1- bedroom basement apart- ments, $650-inclusive. AB- SOLUTELY NO SMOKING, no pets. (905)576-3924 OSHAWA, DOWNTOWN, King/Simcoe, 1-bedroom plus den. $700/month plus utilities. Available now. No pets. Call 905-509-2997 Sales Help & Agents Hotel/ Restaurant Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA, King/Central Park. Large spacious 1-bdrm basement apartment. Fridge/stove, laundry includ- ed. $700/month, inclusive. First/last, no smoking/pets. Avail. immediately. (289)240- 0246. OSHAWA, 385 Gibb St. Avail. immediately. 2-bdrm apt. $860/month. Extra park- ing $25/mo. Laundry on site. Close to all amenities. Call Patrick 905-443-0191. OSHAWA, John/Park. Low- rise bldg. 2 bdrm apts. Heat, water, 1-parking, on- site laundry included. $796/mo. Avail. immediate- ly. Call Toni (905)436-6042 OSHAWA, One bedroom, Simcoe and King, 3rd ﬂ oor apartment. Appliances, laun- dry, intercom.5-closets. No parking. $700 plus electricity. Quiet, respectful tenants only please. Call (905)986-4889. OSHAWA, Ritson/Wolfe, 2-bdrm & 3-bdrm apartments including utilities. Parking, fridge/stove included. First/last, available immedi- ately. Call 647-404-1786. OSHAWA/BOWMANVILLE 1 & 2 bedroom apts. Suites w/balconies, parking, laundry facilities, near all amenities. 905-623-4172 The Veltri Group www.veltrigroup.com PORT PERRY, Walk to Lake. Enjoy peaceful, beauti- ful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. Well-kept, quiet 3-storey building. Balcony, Security video. No Smoking First/last. 905-985-6032, 905-430- 7816. PORT PERRY/Scugog Is- land. Bright, hillside 2bdrm main apt. Open concept, 1200sq.ft.,private entrance/ deck. Picturesque view of lake. No smoking/no pets. Suits single female. Heat/hy- dro/cable/laundry/parking. $995/inclusive. References required. 905-985-5790 SIMCOE ST S/HWY 401 - 525 St Lawrence - Close to Schools, Hwy, Go Station. 2-bed $929 utilities included. Call 905-436-7686 www.metcap.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent & security. Rental Ofﬁ ce Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or (905)686-0841 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com Ask About Our Move-In Bonus* ● 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms available from $915 ● Utilities Included ● Large Suites ● Durham Transit and GO Transit at Door ● Close to shopping, schools and Hwy 401 100, 101, 200 & 201 White Oaks (905) 668-7332 Email: rentals@capreit.net www.caprent.com *certain conditions apply, see Leasing Specialist for details REGENCY PLACE Seniors Building ASK ABOUT OUR MOVE-IN SPECIALS! 1 & 2 Bdrms utilities incl. On site staff 24/7. Weekly bus to grocery shopping. Handrails in halls, Automatic door openers Full Activity Calendar, Close to 401 Safe secure environment. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 1-866-979-4793 www.realstar.ca Apartments & Flats for RentA SIMCOE ST., Oshawa. Beautiful 3-bedroom. 1400 sq. ft, on second ﬂ oor. Walk distance to lake. Fridge and stove, utilities extra. $950/ month, available immediat- ley. (905)725-9991. TWO BEDROOM, quiet Oshawa 6 - plex, near O. C. avail. immediately, $875/month plus hydro, park- ing, water & heat included. Laundry facilities available. Call 905-767-7139 Ask for George 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, 2-BEDROOM 2nd ﬂ oor in secure building, $890 plus hydro. No smoking, no pets. References and credit check required. November 1st, (905)240-0282 WHITBY, VERY large 3-bed- room apartment, top ﬂ oor of triplex. Bright, parking, 3 ap- pliances. Laundry, air, large yard. Available October 1st. $1200/month plus hydro. (905)432-4168. WHITBY- GARDEN/DUN- DAS, 3bdrm main ﬂ oor + garage, appliances, shared laundry, NO PETS/SMOK- ING. Reference credit checks. $1000+ OR $1300 inclusive. First /Last Oct 1st (647)209-9258 WILSON/KING ST East- Un- der New Management. Close to retail/grocery stores, school and doctor/dentist of- ﬁ ce. 1-Bed $819, 2-Bed $949, hydro included in rent. Call 289-240-8650. www.metcap.com Houses for Rent !AN UNBEATABLE DEAL! only 5% down. Own your own home OAC. Minimum income required per house- hold $50,000. Please call Au- relia Cosma, Remax Jazz Inc., Brokerage (905)728- 1600, 24hr pager. 3-BEDROOM, South Oshawa, close to lake, very clean, new carpets/paint. $1150/month, plus utilities, ﬁ rst/last. Available Oct 1st (905)649-5505. OSHAWA, Charming 1-1/2 story, 2-bdrm family home on quiet street. Hardwood ﬂ oors, deck, yard, parking, laundry facilities. No smok- ing. $1200 + heat/hydro. Available immediately. 519- 458-8011 Apartments & Flats for RentA Houses for Rent BEAUTIFUL COURTICE Bungalow for Rent- Tasteful- ly decorated Courtice bunga- low for rent. This home fea- tures three bedrooms, open concept living and dining room with a gorgeous ﬁ re- place and beautiful ceramic tile throughout, cute kitchen with an island, a partially ﬁ n- ished basement and a pri- vate yard. This home is con- veniently located with easy access to the 401. Please email Jennifer jmurdock@dmsproperty.com or call 905-472-7300 ext. 230 for details. RENT-TO-OWN YOUR own home, Ajax, 3-bedroom. Close to amenities. Sa- lem/Bayly. All-kitchen appli- cances, custom blinds. walk- out kitchen to large 2-tear- deck. ﬁ nished basement. up- graded carpets. ceram- ic&ﬂ oating hardwood ﬂ oors. 24-hour message 1-866-362- 2862 Townhouses for RentT 3 BEDROOM + DEN luxury townhouse Ajax (Sa- lem/Rossland). appliances, central vac, a/c, unﬁ nished basement, 2-parking, 1-1/2 baths, no smoking/pets. Avail immediately. Suits profes- sional/small family. $1400/mnth 647-886-4590. 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 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.) 905-436-3346 www.real- star.ca Rooms for Rent & WantedR FULLY FURNISHED ROOM. Bowmanville. Close to #2. Wireless/Cable. Parking. 4pc. Bathroom. Must be ex- tremely quiet, clean, non- smoking, no pets, employed, references/credit check rqd. $400/500/mo.+ share utils. Avail. immediately. 1st/last rqd. 416-669-4272. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • October 1, 201029 AP 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 SAT. 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