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Jennifer O’Connell of Pickering and her Oshawa col- league John Neal will be asking at the Regional council meeting on Nov. 23 for an inquiry into where the funds came from the ceremony, under whose authority the funds were allocated and what the actual cost was for the event, including the cost to have Durham Regional Police officers on the scene to keep protesters away from the ceremony. A published report noted the event, held on Aug. 17 on the site in Clarington where the incinerator will be built, cost $75,000. “I think the cost, when it was revealed, took a lot of people by surprise, me especially. I want to know how this amount of money can be spent without council authority. I want to get to the bottom on how this thing was approved without council action,” Coun. O’Connell said. Her Pickering colleagues, Bill McLean and Peter Rodri- gues, were “pretty surprised” at the cost, she said. “I’ve yet to find a councillor who knew about the funds and now this comes about,” she said. “Scugog Mayor Chuck Mercier is quoted not knowing about it,” Coun. O’Connell added. Last week, Scugog council discussed the issue, with a local councillor urging Mayor Mercier and Regional Councillor Bobbie Drew to look into the costs for the event. “It sets a dangerous precedent, if an unbudgeted item such as this can be added at taxpayers’ cost,” Coun. O’Connell said. She’s hoping the request will be approved, but “you never know with council. All I’m asking for is informa- tion and for financial staff to report back on how things came about. I don’t see what’s the harm. I’ve heard from many residents and I’m sure everyone is getting the same calls.” Regional Chairman Roger Anderson dismissed the need for an inquiry into the spending, saying, “John Neal knows. Jennifer O’Connell might not know, but funds were budgeted. There’s absolutely no reason for her notice of motion, other than the Toronto Star is giv- ing it a lot of coverage.” The cost was split evenly between York and Durham regions, and Covanta Energy, the company that will build and operate the facility. Durham’s portion was about $24,000, he added. reGion Durham councillors seek inquiry into incinerator party cost durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 20114 AP ORCHARDVILLA & COMMUNITY NURSING HOME Kick start yo ur Christmas shopping. Yo u’ll fi nd lots of great gifts at our bazaar. 1955 Va lley Fa rm Rd. 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And one friend said he and Mr. Warne wrote down the licence plate number of a suspi- cious car that drove slowly by the Hollyhedge Drive house a couple of weeks before the kill- ing. Mr. Warne, 19, was concerned about two men who had come to the house asking questions about drugs, friend Scott Avery tes- tified. Those worries came to a head when a black Honda slowly cruised by the house on the morning of Jan. 10, 2008, as they loaded trash into a truck, he said. “Jeff said that there might be two people in the car and they were the people who had been showing up at his house in the days before,” Mr. Avery testified. “He just said they knew a little too much about what he had and how much he could provide.” Mr. Avery was shown a picture of Mr. Pear- son’s Civic and identified it as the vehicle he saw that day. A Durham cop also testified he stopped the car, with Mr. Pearson at the wheel, near the Pickering Town Centre the same day. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, SNA. All content copyright We think... email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com& durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 20116 P 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 @ durhamregion.com You can help us play Santa Claus in Pickering We’re asking our readers to once again help us make the holiday season bright- er for hundreds of children in Pickering and Ajax through the annual Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund. Before you know it the holiday season will be upon us and local kids will be getting up early (too early for many par- ents) on Christmas Day and rushing to their tree to see what Santa has left. But while many will receive plenty of pres- ents, some of the less fortunate children in our community will not. You don’t have to read the newspa- per to know our economy is sputtering along, jobs are being lost and there are friends and neighbours in our commu- nity who are struggling more than ever to make ends meet. In that context, spending even $50 or $100 on Christmas presents is an unjus- tifiable splurge. That’s where we all come in. For more than a century the Santa Claus Fund has been making the holiday season happier. Every penny raised for the fund helps pay for gift boxes that are distributed to local families in December. More than 600 boxes will be presented to Ajax and Pickering families and more than $21,000 is needed to make it hap- pen. Ajax and Pickering News Advertis- er staff members who have helped bring the boxes to local doors on many occa- sions have been overwhelmed by the gratitude of the recipients, the wonder- ful feeling of helping others. Hugs and tears are common. And groups and individuals in our communities have been fabulous in donating their time to help us deliver the boxes. “I can’t imagine not doing it every year,” says Jodi Raymond, the News Advertis- er’s assistant circulation manager, on the front line of co-ordinating Santa Claus Fund efforts in west Durham. It’s easy for the true spirit of the holiday season to evaporate in the glitz, excite- ment and rush of the season. So, before we’re all knee deep in plan- ning parties and arranging visits with friends and family, give a thought to those in our communities who could use a lift. And, if you’re able, make a donation to the fund. You can do so online at www.thestar. ca/santaclausfund, by phone at 416-869- 4847, or by mailing a cheque to Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser, 130 Commer- cial Ave., Ajax, Ont., L1S 2H5. -- Pickering News Advertiser For a suburbanite like myself, the whole Occupy Toronto action has turned out to be a bit of a spectator sport. I’ve been following the breaking news related to the Occupy protests all over the world via Twitter and Facebook, but I’m sure I’d feel a closer connection to the events if protesters had chosen to occupy The Esplanade in Pickering or Lakeview Park in Oshawa. Since they didn’t, a sense of distance remains. And it seems the news, at least in the mainstream media, has become the story of encampments, not the message from the protesters. In New York, where the movement began with Occupy Wall Street, the news is police have torn down the tent city in Zuccot- ti Park. Locally in Toronto, the City had issued eviction notices to the protesters in St. James Park on Tuesday, pegging them to tent doors in some cases. On Twitter, rumours ran rampant with some of them coming directly from pro- testers at the site while others were from clear across the globe. Earlier in the week the hacker group Anonymous had threat- ened to take down the City of Toronto’s website if the City moved against protest- ers. The warning came via a video posted to YouTube with a computerized voice issu- ing the threat. On Tuesday, after news of the eviction notices, word on Twitter began to spread that the group had succeeded in tak- ing down the City’s website. But it proved to be false news and although there was some lag on the site at one point, the site remained up. As for the protesters, there was a sense of triumph among their supporters online after a judge issued a temporary injunction against the City taking down the camp. Meanwhile ideas floated around about what could be done to stop the City and police from taking the encampment down if the protesters lost their legal battle. They included everything from an all- night dance party to a human chain around the perimeter of the park. A consistent theme was a call to get out to the site. And then the message was stay home, because the judge who ordered the injunc- tion against dismantling the camp also said the protest wasn’t to grow, so organizers were left scrambling on Tuesday night tak- ing to social media and texting to spread the word that the actions were cancelled. For someone who’s not immediately involved in the protest, it was frankly quite confusing. And while there are a lot of voices on Twit- ter and Facebook who support the Occupy movement, there’s also a backlash among those who see the whole movement as a joke. One tweeter called the protesters “bums who need to go back to the caves they crawled out of.” So, where does that all leave an armchair observer like myself who is following the action via social media? Turning to main- stream news sources that I trust. This is because a thousand tweets on Occupy Toronto can seem like so much noise while a 500-word news story in a respectable paper lets me know exactly what’s going on. -- Reka Szekely’s social media column appears every Thursday in this space. Contact her on Facebook, Twitter (@rszekely) or e-mail rszekely@durhamregion.com Reka Szekely Occupy protesters camp out in Toronto and on Twitter durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 20117 APPICKERING CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM YourChryslerSavingsHotline www.pickeringchrysler.com NOCHARGEOIL&FILTERCHANGEFOR3YEARS DISCOUNTS ForPoliceServices,FireFighters, Nurses,Teachers,EMS,ChryslerEmployees SPECIAL NOVEMBER 17 • 18 • 19 UP TO IN CASH & DEALER CREDITS 24 HOURDELIVERY TOPTRADE INVALUE! Professional VehicleAppraisers on-siteto get you more! Every 2011 is priced to clear! WE PAY YOURREGISTRATION! see dealer for details BUY TODAYDRIVETOMORROW! 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A report to councillors on Nov. 14 recommended that speed limits be lowered to 50 km/h on all city roads north of Taunton Road, with the exception of Fifth Concession Road east of Brock Road, Audley Road and Uxbridge-Pickering Townline between Uxbridge Concession 2 and Uxbridge Concession 3, which would be designated at 60 km/h. The move is aimed at bringing the city into compliance with revisions to the Highway Traf- fic Act made in 2005, which state that no person should drive a motor vehicle over 50 km/h with- in a local municipality or built-up area. Following the change, the Region of Durham legal depart- ment advised local municipalities that under the new legislation, the unposted speed limit on any highway in the municipalities should be 50 km/h, unless a bylaw were to be passed changing the posted speed limit. Councillors objected to the lack of community consultation involved in the report, noting that residents could be blindsided by the changes. After being informed that there would be no impact from delaying the bylaw, council voted unanimously to defer approving the bylaw pending further consul- tation with residents in the affected areas. An updated report, including community input, will be brought back to councillors at the next executive committee meeting in December. City Speed limits may be lowered in rural Pickering Paper looking for someone to share their story DURHAM -- Were you a teenage mother who wants to share your story? This Week/The News Advertiser would like to talk to a mother who had a baby as a teenager. We want to learn about your experiences, your challenges, and where you are now. Please contact Kristen Calis at kcalis@durhamre- gion.com or call 905-579-4473 ext. 2240. Seeking a teen mom local breaking news, sports, photos, video and weather >> durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 20119 AP Durham Police, MADD choose north Durham community to launch annual RIDE campaign JEnnIfER WAlkER jwalker@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- When Michelle Crabb’s 20-year-old brother failed to return home after a night out with friends, her life changed forever. In 2007, Ms. Crabb’s brother made a choice that took his life. While he was just five minutes from home, he made a quick decision to get into the passenger seat with a driver who’d been drinking that night. As a result, Ms. Crabb and her family will never be the same. “It has been a very long jour- ney for me and my family,” she said Tuesday in Uxbridge, during a joint launch of Durham Regional Police’s Festive RIDE campaign and Mothers Against Drunk Driving Red Ribbon Campaign. “This is a life sentence.” The launch was held in Uxbridge since the community “has been hit hard by impaired-related automo- bile deaths in the past few years,” according to the Durham Regional Police website. Community leaders gathered at Uxbridge Secondary School for the launch, which got off to an emo- tional start with 17-year-old stu- dent Bridget Rusk reading a MADD poem, Death of an Innocent, about a young woman killed in a collision by a drunk driver even though she was driving sober. “This school and community has experienced so much loss,” she said. “We know first-hand how important safe driving is.” Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor, emotionally moved at the podium, initially struggled to speak as she fought back tears after hearing the poem. “I hope this coming Christmas season we all stop, take a breath and make a commitment to our- selves,” she said. “We don’t need to drink to have fun.” Last year, the Durham Region- al Police RIDE team charged 138 motorists with drinking and driving offences and issued warninsg and license suspensions to 127 more. “This program has had incred- ible results,” said Police Chief Mike Ewles. “It is critical that this holiday season is the best. We will get these people off of the streets and we will hold them accountable for their actions.” On its website, MADD Canada estimates there are between 3.7 and 4.4 impaired crash fatalities in the country every day. The orga- nization’s Red Ribbon Campaign encourages drivers to display the ribbon on their vehicles to symbol- ize a pledge not to drink and drive. “I want to ask not only the stu- dents but the Uxbridge community and Durham Region as a whole to think about your choices,” said Ms. Crabb. On display at the launch were MADD campaign posters created and designed by Uxbridge Second- ary School students from grades nine to 12. “I can’t believe the talent that we have here,” said Mayor O’Connor. “I really shouldn’t be surprised.” Carolyne Garbas, Grade 12, won first place with a poster that reads “drunk driving shatters lives” show- ing the shattered face of a young woman. Runners-up were Grade 12 students Courtney Livy and Anne- Marie Muller. Others at the launch included Uxbridge Fire Chief Scott Richard- son, Scugog Mayor Chuck Mercier and police Sergeant Dave Ashfield. “Together we will put an end to drinking and driving in Durham, I won’t stop until we do,” said Ms. Crabb. Energy from Waste Public Open House WORKS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE You are invited to attend a public open house on Dec. 7, from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.at Durham Regional Headquarters in room LLC. Covanta Energy Corp. and the Region of Durham will have panel displays on the energy- from-waste (EFW) facility design and construction and the Integrated Waste Management Program. Covanta representatives and Durham staff will also be on hand to answer questions. Meeting of the Energy from Waste –Waste Management Advisory Committee The first meeting of the Energy from Waste –Waste Management Advisory Committee (EFW-WMAC) will follow the public open house from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. All EFW-WMAC meetings are open to the public. As part of the Clarington Host Community Agreement, the Region of Durham and the Municipality of Clarington have developed the Energy from Waste –Waste Management Advisory Committee. The EFW-WMAC is comprised of Durham residents and acts in an advisory capacity to the Regional Works Committee on issues or concerns which arise with waste diversion,waste management, and environmental performance and monitoring of the EFW facility, including the construction and operational phases. For questions, please contact the Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department at: Lyndsay Waller 905-668-7711 ext. 2803 lyndsay.waller@durham.ca If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 2803 The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 Telephone 905-668-7711 or 1-800-372-1102 www.durham.ca www.facebook.com/regionofdurham www.twitter.com/regionofdurham PolIcE Uxbridge ‘hit hard’ with impaired driving deaths cElIA klEMEnz / MEtRolAnD UXBRIDGE -- Michelle Crabb, president of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Durham, was visi- bly moved on Nov. 15 when she spoke of the loss of her brother in a drunk-driving collision. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201110 AP I heard a kingfisher this week, a dry, rattling call much more common along Durham Region’s waterways in spring and summer than in mid- November. During kingfisher courtship in April, or when five or six fledg- lings leave the nest, a burrow excavated in an earthen bank, in early July, the air can ring with their excited chatter. The call of a kingfisher is an almost lonely sound in autumn, as these solitary birds, the few that don’t fly south, stake out stretches of streams where they hope to fish all winter. But hearing it made me smile, glad that there’s always some open water in southern Ontar- io throughout the cold, dark months to come, glad that we don’t live in a completely fro- zen world. And I smiled for another rea- son: thinking of all the king- fishers in the tropics that never have to worry about their pools and streams freezing over. Darwin must have had a field day studying the kingfisher family, which includes 84 spe- cies, most living near the equa- tor. Canada has just one, the belted kingfisher, but travel to Mexico, and on south to the Amazon, and you’ll find five or six other species of these large- billed, often crested birds that perch over water and plunge in to catch their dinner. On the other side of the globe, in southeast Asia, something magical happens to kingfishers. They’ve evolved in a wide range of habitats, some far from water, where they catch insects and lizards instead of fish. And the plumage of many takes on a rainbow of glittering colours that rival those of hum- mingbirds. Some of the most beautiful birds in the world are kingfishers. My husband and I found that out on our great birding adven- ture there in October, where we saw more than a dozen king- fishers, each of which had to be tracked down in its own special ecosystem. One of my favourites was the Sulawesi dwarf kingfisher, a small bird with a prominent red bill, orange breast, violet crown and turquoise rump. Despite its gaudy colours, it was very hard to spot, perched silently in the shadows of the rain forest. We had to slog through a steaming forest in Borneo to find the elusive banded king- fisher, climb a long way up a wooded slope in Tangkoko to locate the lilac-cheeked, and hike up a mountain in Sulawesi at dawn for the scaly-breasted kingfisher, perhaps the shyest, rarest of all. On the other hand, we spot- ted several others while riding in boats: the cobalt-coloured blue-eared along the Kina- batangan River in Sabah, the great-billed and the ruddy in the seaside mangroves of Tang- koko, and the beach kingfisher living right where it should be: along a sandy beach on Halma- hera, the island just west of New Guinea. 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. Forgotten Ones Cat Rescue encourages adoption KRisten Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com Just because Panda Bear, Chevy, Domino and Henry have feline immunodeficiency virus, it doesn’t mean they won’t make great pets. “They’re such sweet cats. They have wonderful personalities,” said Sharon Carss of the Forgotten Ones Cat Rescue. These cats are currently in the care of Forgotten Ones, which res- cues felines that are about to be euthanized due to overcrowding in GTA shelters. Three of the cats are awaiting their new homes at Cat Town, Ms. Carss’ Pickering-based satellite location for Forgotten Ones. Ms. Carss explained since cats with FIV are not the first to be adopted, and they require extra space for isolation purposes, they’re unfortunately usually first in line to be put down. FIV in cats is very similar to human immunodeficiency virus in humans. It comprises a cat’s ability to fight infection, and they require some extra TLC. But according to Ms. Carss, cats with FIV are still very loving and make great pets. “They can live a long, healthy normal life,” she said. FIV cannot be transmitted to humans or other species, but it is transferable among felines. Since the virus is primarily transmitted through deep bite wounds, FIV is another great reason to keep cats indoors. “It’s cat-to-cat through deep puncture bites, so if they’re not fighting it isn’t transmitted,” Ms. Carss explained. Keeping cats inside is probably the most effective way to prevent infection, according to a Forgotten Ones newsletter. It’s also impor- tant to have male cats neutered as males that are not fixed become territorial and fight the most. Although the Ontario Veterinar- ian Medical Association says cats that live equitably without fighting can live together with an FIV posi- tive cat for months to years without exchanging the virus, it does sug- gest isolating an FIV-positive cat from other cats in the household if possible. If it’s not possible, owners should discourage aggression and fighting amongst the cats and keep all their cats indoors. New cats coming into a home should be tested for FIV before they’re introduced to the others. There is no cure for FIV, but since cats with the virus have a weaker immune system than those without it, cats with FIV should be in envi- ronments with the least amount of stress possible, and they should be kept indoors, according to Ms. Carss. This keeps them safe, and they won’t spread the virus around the neighbourhood. Cats with FIV should visit their vet at least twice per year to catch potential problems early on. Own- ers should also monitor them closely for any signs of illness and seek treatment as soon as possible. FIV-positive cats should eat a high- quality diet and nutritional supple- ments as recommended by your vet. But Forgotten Ones warns to avoid raw diets as they may contain bacteria and parasites that could harm an FIV-positive cat. Forgotten Ones will waive its adoption fees in lieu of a donation in order to encourage adoption of its FIV-positive cats, but it still has a thorough adoption process. For information on FIV and how to adopt from Forgotten Ones, visit www.forgottenones.ca. UpCOming The Ugly Christmas Sweater Dance will take place on Saturday, Nov. 26 to support the Humane Society of Durham Region. Taking place at Haydenshore Pavilion, 589 Water St., Whitby, it will go from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. It’s $25 per person, or $40 per couple. It will include a late-night buf- fet, a DJ, a silent auction and prizes for the ugliest sweater. For ticket information, visit humanedurham.com. Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com Join the conversation durhamregion.typepad.com/kristens_kritters @Kristen’s KrittersKristen’s Kritters Margaret Carney Finding a rainbow of kingfishers in southeast Asia Adopt-a-pet WHItBy -- thumper is a female rabbit, one of 17 rabbits cur- rently available. Several variet- ies including lops, dwarfs, lion- heads and angoras. For more information call 905-665-7430. Got a smart phone? Scan this QR code for video of this week’s adopt-a-pet on the Kristen’s Kritters blog Cats with FIV need love, homes sUbmitted phOtO DUrHaM -- Chevy is a grey and white tabby with the feline immu- nodeficiency virus. He is up for adoption at the Forgotten Ones Cat rescue. 1445 Harmony Rd./Taunton E., Oshawa (Grooming Available)905-725-9225 300 Taunton Rd./Ritson Rd.,Oshawa905-433-5564 1 Warren Ave., Oshawa905-571-6235 TM durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201111 AP Extended Hours:November 26 -December 26 Monday - Saturday 9am - 10pm | Sunday 10am - 6pm North of Highway 401 @ Stevenson & King | 905.728.6231 FREE Photos &Videos with Santa! November 20 – December 24 Monday to Saturday 11am – 8pm Sunday 11am – 6pm Christmas Eve 9:30am – 5pm Sweet treats provided by For Santa’s break schedule visit oshawacentre.com Breakfast with Santa Sunday, November 20 9am in the Food Court $2 tickets while supplies last. Available November 14, at Customer Service Kiosk. 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It was developed in response to the global movement for envi- ronmentally-friendly packaging and an alternative to bubble-wrap, polystyrene and Styrofoam, none of which are 100-per cent recyclable. “Paperchipz is a simple system for recyclable packaging that enables any size business -- large or small -- to quickly make their own 100-per cent natural paper chips for pack- aging their products,” said Ralph Cilevitz, inventor, Paperchipz, ALX- GEP, in a press release. This partnership is one of 16 between the college and small businesses, funded through the Applied Research and Commer- cialization initiative, delivered by the Federal Economic Develop- ment Agency for Southern Ontar- io. Durham College received $750,000 in research funding to work with small- and medium- sized businesses on activities such as applied research, technology development and product testing and certification. 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Mr. Hohenkerk also pointed out other benefits of the new machine, including lighter coils, detachable tables to cut down on patient transfer times, a larger bore hole and quieter technology. The MRI is currently running at full capacity, serving about 190 patients week- ly. While the new scanner will help to reduce wait times for area patients, includ- ing a wait list of about 500 at the Ajax-Pick- ering hospital alone, Ms. Matthews notes that the improved quality will also help with costs. “As we work to improve quality that brings down costs because people aren’t having unnecessary procedures,” she explained. “This is about more than wait times. It’s amazing to see the front-line workers and the enthusiasm they have for this new technology. And I know the hospital aux- iliary contributed $1 million, the commu- nity really got behind this and supported this. 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Home Sweet HomeADVERTISING FEATURE Every home project begins with an idea and ends with the culmination of the job. In between, there are three main com- ponents of an improvement project that can mean the differ- ence between success and frustration: Planning, permits and protection. Planning The initial stage of a renovation is the planning stage. Plan- ning is when a homeowner works through the concept of the project and determines what is necessary to complete the task. Many people find it helpful to write out plans and draw up the concept on paper. This doesn't require expensive archi- tectural software. A simple piece of graph paper plotted with measurements and a sketch is often sufficient for small proj- ects. If the job will be expansive and require an architect or engineer, he or she will often provide a technical drawing. If the project focuses more on decorating than building, some find it helpful to create a design board. This is where fabric swatches, paint color samples, pictures of furniture and accessories, and any other components of the room are put together. Having a design board enables the homeowner to go to the store with board in tow and match up items to things in the store. Another part of the planning stage is establishing a bud- get and determining the project's financing. It can be helpful to make a list of all income and expenses and find out how much funding is left over for a project. When getting esti- mates on the work, whether it will be done by a contractor or a DIY project, the homeowner should then make a list of approximate costs (rounding up) and then compare it against the available funds. Permits Many projects, especially those involving building, demo- lition, electrical work, or mold remediation, require per- mits issued by the town, province or city in which the work will be taking place. The purpose of permits and subsequent inspections is often questioned by homeowners looking to circumvent the sys- tem. However, building permits are required to ensure public safety, health and welfare as they are affected by building construction, structural strength, zoning, and code require- ments. In essence, building permits are how the government regulates safety and protects both current and future resi- dents of the property. In many cases, homeowners will need to visit the munici- pal building in their respective towns and apply for a per- mit. The permit may not immediately be issued. Oftentimes, there is a waiting period during which the project's legality and safety is examined. Once the project is approved, the ap- plicant will be able to file for the actual permit(s). There is usually a fee or fees for permit application, which covers any clerical work. Work should not begin until a permit is received, and then the permit generally has to be placed in plain sight, such as in a window of the building. Depending on building codes, inspections of the work may need to take place after all of the project is completed or during certain phases. For example, the building of a deck may require inspections after foot- ings are installed and secured, and before the upper portions of the decking materials are attached. If an inspection takes place afterward, the inspector will be looking for key code issues to determine whether the work was completed suc- cessfully. If a contractor was used, he or she may have to be present at the time of the inspection. If the work passes, an approval will be given and put on record. If the work fails, applicable repairs will have to be made and a re-inspection will be scheduled. Should a home be put on the market, all permits may need to be on file or in the hom- eowners' possession in order for a certificate of occupancy to be issued to the new buyer. Failure to have permits can hold up the process or result in fines. Protection Homeowners about to begin a project also need to empha- size safety. There are a number of things that can be on hand to make a work environment safer. These include: * Eye protection: This is espe- cially important when work- ing with flying debris, cutting items, mixing caustic chemi- cals, etc. * Respirator or face mask: Cover the nose or mouth when there is dust or debris in the air that can enter the lungs. When working with toxic fumes, such as when using spray paints or chemical lubricants, a respirator can offer clean air. * Boots: Proper footwear ensures protection should an item fall on the foot or when walking where nails or other sharp items are located. * Fire extinguisher: A fire extinguisher should be nearby in the event of a mishap. * First aid kit: An abrasion or cut may occur, requiring prompt care. * Gloves: When the hands need to be protected or extra trac- tion on surfaces is required, gloves can be a necessity. * Headphones: Safety headphones can protect the ears against loud, consistent noises from power equipment and tools. * Locks: A locked cabinet can store tools, paints, chemicals, and other improvement supplies so that young children or pets won't have access. When homeowners take the time to plan, obtain permits, and secure the needed protection for a job, they help ensure a safer job that is done correctly. 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It also may be a good time to think about installing hardscape elements to the front and back yards. When faced with the prospect of designing a walkway or a patio, decisions have to be made as to the material used. Homeowners have many options at their disposal, but con- crete and paving stones are two of the more popular materials. Each has its share of ad- vantages and disadvantages. Here's a com- parison of both. Pavers Pavers offer a breadth of different design possibilities. They come in many different sizes, shapes, colors, and textures. Pavers also can be mixed and matched to create the desired aesthetic. Paving stones are not permanent, which can be good and bad. When laid correctly, they will be durable and attractive. However, if not given an adequate layer of sand and base ma- terial, stones can shift or pop up. Polymeric sand is recommended to fill the joints to pre- vent weed growth. In communities where more permanent Cement or pavers? The choice is yours Household energy-efficiency is now more important than ever when selling a home. Purchasers are able to rate one residence against another, so if you want top dollar for your house some day, it's worth investing along these lines with upgrades and renova- tions. "If adding rooms or finishing the basement, for example, take a look at the most energy efficient materials and methods," says Todd Blyth at Nudura, a company that has spear- headed an advanced version of the insulated concrete form (ICF), as well as do-it-yourself materials. "The newest renovation method, called Nudura Insulation Technology, is ideal to insulate foundation walls, inner and outer walls, plus flat, or cathedral ceilings. "For both interior and exterior walls, you use a shiplap system of expanded polysty- rene (EPS), which allows large 4 X 8 foot sheets of this foam to be installed without any gaps for air leakage. It's easy to cut, easy to install, and the performance value is up to R-14. Drywall can then be attached directly to the embedded fastening strip allowing the electrical wiring to be easily run." Occupant comfort Residential enjoyment is also top-of-mind in our choice of renovation fixtures, features and materials. Superior insulation will reduce home heating costs and it will also prevent excessive noise, drafts, and unexpected cold spots from room to room. In response to energy conservation, envi- ronmental responsibility and c o n - sumer demand, construction practises have advanced significantly in North America over the past few years. Today, for example, people are building their homes with insu- lated concrete forms, not wood, and very re- cently, similar eco-efficiency possible (www. nudura.com) for home renovations. Home Improvement Tips: Air-tight insulation delivers big returns hardscapes require permits, paving stones can be a way around this extra step. Also, because of the individual blocks, installing pavers may be something homeowners are more inclined to try as a DIY project. Keep in mind that, due to the intricate work involved, the cost of paving stones may be higher than other materials. This can be a significant factor when choosing between one material or another. Concrete Concrete has been used for decades thanks to its durability and permanence. This per- manence is what draws many to concrete in a home landscape, but it also pushes others away. Concrete is a continuous, poured piece of pavement. Because it is less labor-intensive to pour concrete, it is often a more affordable option for patios and pathways. But once concrete has cured, the only way to change the look is to break it up and start over again. For homeowners who want to revamp their landscapes, the permanence of concrete just will not work. Shifting of the underlying ground or even an unforeseeable occurrence, such as an earthquake, can make concrete crack and buckle, which will require repair. But be- yond that, the material is very durable and often stands up well to many applications. The ability to stamp patterns into concrete and add tint to the concrete mixture enables homeowners to create different looks that may mimic the appearance of pavers at a lower cost. Therefore, homeowners won't have to settle on gray or white concrete in a landscape design. Concrete can cost between $6 and $9 per square foot. Pavers may be between $10 and $15 per square foot depending on the type of stone used. A mixture of plants and hardscape in a yard can offer the right balance for a beauti- ful space. When choosing between different materials, homeowners can weigh the pros and cons of each before choosing a design plan. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201116 AP AJAX -- Local residents are invited to make a difference in the communi- ty by learning about the issue of vio- lence against women. There will be a Women’s Abuse Awareness Month event held at the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centen- nial Rd., on Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will include a panel dis- cussion that will address topics such as abuse within the lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and queer community, female genital mutilation, the Blue- print Youth Project and the Muslim woman’s experience. For more information about the event, contact the Women’s Multicul- tural Resource and Counselling Cen- tre of Durham at 905-427-7849 or the UOIT Women’s Centre at 905-721- 2000. community Women’s Abuse Awareness Month event held in Ajax PICKERING -- Pickering-Scarborough East MPP Tracy MacCharles will be fulfilling a new role after being named parliamentary assis- tant to the minister of children and youth ser- vices. The first-time MPP was one of several MPPs to accept new positions after the Liberal party won a minority government in the recent October election. As a parliamentary assis- tant she will work with Minister of Children and Youth Services Dr. Eric Hoskins to make sure government objectives are achieved, be responsible for special projects and represent ministries during legislative debates. Ms. MacCharles said she is looking forward to the new role because it dovetails with her existing interests, including education and health care, which are both integral to the well-being of children and youth. “I’m looking forward to working with Dr. Hoskins and the ministry to continue to develop and implement policies, programs and a service system that helps give children the best possible start in life,” she said. politics Pickering MPP MacCharles made parliamentary assistant durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201117 AP durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201118 AP Gingerbread Workshop Join us along with your children and grandchildren and build your own Gingerbread houses! Lunchprovided McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME When Saturday,December3rd,2011at1:00pm Where McEachnieFuneralHome 28OldKingstonRoad,PickeringVillage,Ajax RSVP byNovember30th,2011•Call(905)428-8488 Rafael Jewellery Rafael Jewellery We Buy All Gold & Silver! 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The region’s lawyer, Tom Moutsatsos, was also prohibited from discussing the case. “I wouldn’t say I’m relieved or happy,” Mr. Moutsatsos said, “but it’s definitely over.” Mr. Nicholson, 48, was fired from his $90,000-a-year job as collections super- visor and hit with criminal charges after a tenant complained about the procedure being used to retrieve rent arrears. The method, approved by his superiors, effectively denied alleged debtors a court hearing. But a judge who dismissed all the charges against Mr. Nicholson last month concluded he had committed the mistake “innocently.” In an earlier interview, Mr. Nicholson, who had no legal training, said he was made the “scapegoat” over the procedure, which was used improperly for five years. About $175,000 in rent arrears have since been returned to 120 tenants. 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Ajax forward wins silver medal and MVP at World Junior A challenge SHAWn cAyley scayley@durhamregion.com AJAX -- While he and his Team Canada East teammates didn’t bring home the hardware they had hoped, Devin Shore has returned from the World Junior A Challenge far from empty hand- ed. The Ajax resident and second- leading scorer for the Whitby Fury had quite a showing at the tourna- ment in Langley, British Colum- bia. He tied for the tournament lead in scoring with six points, on two goals and four helpers, and was named to the tournament all-star team as Canada brought home a silver medal after a 4-2 final loss to Canada West. To cap it off, though, the 17 year old forward also took home World Junior A Challenge MVP honours, becoming the first Can- ada East player to do so. Simply put, Shore was what coach Curtis Hodgins expected him to be. “Devon was everything we expected. He was phenomenal right from the start. He played well at both ends,” said Hodgins, who coaches Shore with the Fury. “Scored some big goals there in the U.S game, two highlight reel goals actually. He was a great leader on and off the ice for us. He was exactly what we expect- ed.” To reach the final, Canada East posted a victory of 5-0 over the Czech Republic and lost in a shootout to Russia before defeat- ing the defending gold medal winning U.S. team 4-2 in the semifinals. Meanwhile, Shore wasn’t the only local to contribute to Cana- da East’s run. Oshawa’s Justin Danforth of the Cobourg Cougars had a goal in four games and was named Can- ada’s top player in the final game, while Pickering’s Drake Caggiula added one assist in four outings. Caggiula’s inclusion on the team came as a surprise to many as he began the season playing in the USHL before returning to Ontario and suiting back up with the Stouffville Spirit just prior to final roster selections. “Drake, we were fortunate to have him fall into our lap about three or four days before the final selection camp roster,” Hodgins explains. “He’s a skilled kid and he played well for us. He was much more physical than I thought. I didn’t know he had that part to his game. He was a bit snake-bit- ten around the net, a few chanc- es he couldn’t bury, but played a real solid two-way game for us.” Danforth was solid too, accord- ing to the coach. “We brought him for his energy, tenacity and his skating,” Hodgins noted. “We thought he could be that energy guy who chips in here and chips in there. And he did ... He really created a lot for us. He was an excellent penalty killer as opposed to being a power play guy. He did a good job.” In addition, Ajax’s Robb Craw- ford served on Hodgins’s staff as the team’s equipment manager, while Pickering’s Amanda Gilroy was the team’s therapist. JASon liebregtS / MetrolAnd OSHAWA -- Trey Humes of the Ajax Rams turns the corner against Eastdale during the LOSSA Tier II junior football championship game held at Civic Fields in Oshawa. Points were hard to come by for Ajax, who lost 16-7. HigH ScHool footbAll Ajax falls just short in LOSSA junior football final rams lose to eastdale 16-7 OSHAWA -- The Ajax Rams junior football team suffered just one loss this season, but it came in the final game, denying the team a LOSSA football champi- onship. In a match between undefeat- ed teams, the Eastdale Eagles retained their Tier Two junior championship as league MVP Riley Palmer scored majors in each of the second and third quarters to stake the Eagles to a 16-0 lead through three quarters and an eventual 16-7 victory over Ajax. The Rams, who were unable to get their offense moving with success until the final quarter, did pick up a fourth-quarter major on a 25-yard run by Matthew Wil- liams, his fourth touchdown in two games. However, they were unable to pick up any additional scoring points against the stingy Eagles defence. The win gives the Eagles back- to-back Tier Two junior titles. Ben Donnelly added converts after each of Palmer’s touchdowns, while Brad Till converted the Wil- liams touchdown. The final two scoring points were credited to the Eastdale team when the Rams punter conceded a safety in the third quarter. Game MVP awards were pre- sented as follows: Offence -- Palmer and Williams; Defence -- Cody Dale (Eastdale) and Alfred Green (Ajax). Things went much smoother in the semifinals as Williams paced the Ram attack with a three-touch- down effort as Ajax downed Paul Dwyer 35-6. The win advanced the Rams to the league champi- onship game for the second time in four years, where they hoped to duplicate their 2008 champion- ship. Brad Till chipped in with 11 scoring points on a touchdown, four converts and a single, while Trey Humes scored one major. In the other semifinal, Eastdale blanked St. Stephen’s 36-0. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201123 AP WIN A $200 GIFT CARD FROM AjAx LAdies BAsketBALL LeAgue Three-way tie for first place AJAX -- The Coyotes headed over to the Portly Piper for some fun in the early game of the Ajax Ladies Basketball League. The first half was a mild low-scoring affair that ended with the Coyotes up 8-6. Coyotes turned up the intensity in the second and ran into foul trouble. Led by Keisha Prince (eight points, three fouls) in distributing both their fouls and baskets among the pack, no individu- al Coyote was ever in danger of fouling out. Another notable, Joanne Beach (no fouls). shooting 80 per cent from the line, joined Prince with eight points to share high scorer in the game. It was a difficult offence to defend and the Portly Piper did well to keep the score low in a game they were in until the end. Pamela Wilkinson responded for the Portly Piper with seven points and four fouls. Kelechi Ezurike and Sarah Nyberg each contributed six points for the Piper. But it came to naught, as the Coyotes gained an additional two-basket lead in the second half to finish the game with a 26-19 victory. The Portly Piper heads into Wednesday’s game looking for their first win against the Snowshoe Rab- bits. Michelle Korte showed some hops right out of the gate in the late game. Korte hit for 13 points including a trey in the sec- ond, as the Snowshoe Rabbits left the Green Forest Fox in the dust. The Rab- bits strong defence held the Fox to only three first-half points, all by Juline Thur- ton. Thurton and Korte were the only two players to score from the field in the 16-3 first half. Thurton shook loose from the Rabbit nest in the second half to hit for 11 points, (14 on the night) and lead the Green Forest Fox to 23 points in the sec- ond half. The hole dug by the Fox in the first half proved insurmountable in the second when Kortes continued to frolic with five more baskets to finish the night with 23 points, and her teammates finally joined in the fun. With the 36-26 victory, the Snowshoe Rabbits kept pace with the Coyotes and leaped into a three-way tie for first place with the Green Forest Fox. RugBy Silver for Sara Kaljuvee at CIS championship final PETERBOROUGH -- Despite the best efforts of Sara Kaljuvee, her St. Francis Xavier rugby team came up just one win shy of capturing the national champion- ship at the CIS tournament in Peterbor- ough. Kaljuvee, from Ajax, won the MVP award in the first game against Trent University, a 76-3 victory, and was named to the all-star team at the conclusion of the tournament that also included Guelph, Lethbridge, Laval and McMaster. St. FX, the defending national champi- ons and top-ranked team in the country, reached the gold medal game again this year after beating Lethbridge 20-5 in the semifinals, but were blanked 28-0 by Guel- ph in the final, having to settle for silver. Laval won the bronze. A freshman on this year’s team, one of the highlights for Kaljuvee, a Pickering High School graduate, came earlier in the year in the U.S. when St. FX beat Army, ranked No. 1 in the NCAA. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201124 AP Ajax & Pickering Locations 279 Kingston Rd. E. Ajax 260 Kingston Rd. E. Ajax (in Home Depot)1105 Kingston Rd. Pickering (in Home Depot)255 Salem Rd. S. 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Right Step, Top Shelf also get into win column AJAX -- Speed and teamwork proved to be too much for North Alliance Press to handle as Dickson’s Printing ran their way to a 32-8 half-time lead in Ajax Men’s Bas- ketball League play. Orin Taylor was the recipient of 10 of those on the fast break. NAP fought back in the second half but Dickson’s came away with their first win, 42-28, as all team mem- bers contributed to the scoring. Taylor fin- ished with 18, while teammates Tim Lane and John Girimonte added nine each. Big man Claude Feig was the lone bright spot for NAP with nine points. In other action, the Right Step led from start to finish in a 58-42 victory over Michael’s Eatery. Roger Young and Claude Whitfield led the way with 16 and 14 points respectively. Gregg McGuire added 11 for the winners while Jim Bowen tallied nine for Michaels. In the final game of the night, the Top Shelf came out on top of a close match with ESN Packaging. Leading 30-22 at the half, the Shelf pulled away in the second half to win 63-46. Center Nick Sideris led the way rebounding and scoring a game high 17 points. Guard Calvin Smith tallied 16 while setting up his teammates with numerous assists. Nick Mikos also had 13 for the win- ners, Robert Clarke and Mike Stoddart had 14 and 10 for ESN. AjAx Men’S BASkeTBAll leAgue Big first half lead by Dickson’s too much for NAP RyAn PfeiffeR / MeTRolAnd Make your move PICKERING -- Durham Regional Police player Ben Payne tried to get around Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas’ Aquille Stephens during an exhibition game at the school. durhamregion.comNews Advertiser • November 17, 201125 AP www.OLG.ca Everyday Possibilities. Would you like to join a winning team? A friendly, outgoing personality is key. Our Ajax location is looking for enthusiastic team players willing to go above and beyond to provide excellent customer experiences as a... 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(905)922-4477 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) 9 0 5 - 4 3 0 - 5 4 2 0 www.realstar.ca WHITBY, KENT/JOHN, 2-Bdrm in 6-plex, centrally lo- cated, quiet residential neighbourhood. Balcony, eat-in kitchen, No dogs. $1020/month includes utilities and parking. First/last, references. 905- 444-2004. Condominiumsfor RentC WHITBY CONDO, Gar- den/Rossland, 1 bedroom with solarium. 5-appliances, indoor parking, pool, sauna, jacuzzi, weight room, bbq area, and party room. Available December 1st, $1225/month, all inclusive. (905)728-9593. Houses for Rent (OSH) 3-BRM spacious semi. lg fenced yard with walkout deck. Hardwood floors, partially finished base- ment. Near amenities. First/last, credit check, refer- ences required. $1150/mo+utilities. (Inc-wa- ter) (905)436-0455 Houses for Rent AAA WHY RENT? You CAN afford to own! 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Nov. 27th, 2011 Kingsway College Oshawa (Townline / Hwy #2) 10am - 4:30pm Admission $5 Children FREE Door Prizes All Day Long! 100 Exhibitors www.showsdurhamregion.com CALLAN, Maureen. Passed away at Toronto East General Hospital with her family by her side on Tuesday November 15th, 2011 at the age of 63. Maureen will be sadly missed and always remembered by her daughter Angela and her husband Jamie Laprairie of Brooklin. Cherished Nanny of Luke. Remembered by Angela's dad Kevin Callan. Maureen was the youngest daughter of the late Luke and Sarah McCabe of County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Maureen is survived by her brothers Luke, John, Gerald, Patrick and Brian and her sisters Maisie Donaghy and Sheila Brosnan. Predeceased by James, Sarah Finn and Michael. A special thanks to the staff in the Continuing Care division at T.E.G.H. for your years of care. Visitation will be held at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday (November 17th). Then to St. Leo the Great Catholic Church (Watford St Brooklin) for Mass of Christian burial on Friday November 18th. at 10:00 a.m. Maureen will be laid to rest at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Whitby. Memorial donations in Maureen's memory may be directed to the ALS Society. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to www.barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com BUETTNER, George - Peacefully at home on Sunday, November 13, 2011 in his 82nd year. Dear Dad of Yvonne, Bert (Renu), Ron (Kim) and Nadine (Larry). Proud Grampa of Haily, Mallory, Nathan and Devenand. Sur- vived by his brother Joe (Eva). Remembered by his friends and co-workers at the Sheet Metal Union Local 30. Visitation will be held at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 905-428-8488 on Sat- urday, November 19 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, fol- lowed by a Funeral Service in the Chapel at 3:00 pm. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Durham Humane Society. A Guest Book may be signed online at www.mceachniefuneral.ca Holiday Wishes HappyIquis atie te con hent nullandreet, quat illa feuisim dolore digniamcon vulputatem ipit iure tat aliquisim delit erat nullam, voluptat del essisis esto estrud eu feuip er sim dolum aliquat. Duiscil landre ming exerosto eum in endio et, quis nulput tem dui tat, susto odolor suscincil do conulpute faci Seasons Greetings HappyIquis atie te con hent nullandreet, quat illa feuisim dolore digniamcon vulputatem ipit iure tat aliquisim delit erat nullam, voluptat del essisis esto estrud eu feuip er sim dolum aliquat. Duiscil landre ming exerosto eum in endio et, quis nulput tem dui tat, susto odolor suscincil do conulpute faci Happy Holidays HappyIquis atie te con hent nullandreet, quat illa feuisim dolore digniamcon vulputatem ipit iure tat aliquisim delit erat nullam, voluptat del essisis esto estrud eu feuip er sim dolum aliquat. Duiscil landre ming exerosto eum in endio et, quis nulput tem dui tat, susto odolor suscincil do conulpute faci Merry Christmas HappyIquis atie te con hent nullandreet, quat illa feuisim dolore digniamcon vulputatem ipit iure tat aliquisim delit erat nullam, voluptat del essisis esto estrud eu feuip er sim dolum aliquat. Duiscil landre ming exerosto eum in endio et, quis nulput tem dui tat, susto odolor suscincil do conulpute faci Send your Holiday Wishes through the News Advertiser newspaper! The holidays are here again. It’s a time to spread good cheer and wish health, wealth and happiness to all the special people in your life. This Week will be publishing a special Personal Holiday Greetings Section in our Friday, December 16 editions. Do you have a teacher, coach, babysitter, mechanic, friend or family member that you would like to say thanks to? Be different this year and send your special Season’s Greetings via this newspaper. The cost is only $29+hst for a photo and a maximum of 50 words. Please call Erin for more information at 905-683-5110 ext. 286Christmas Greetings MUNRO, ROY - Suddenly on Tuesday, Novem- ber 15, 2011 at the Ajax-Pickering Hospital in his 90th year. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Loving father of Robert (Kim), Sandy McCully (Wayne), Bruce (Patricia), Kim Har- ris (Jim) and Tim (Sheri). Predeceased by his daughter Katherine (Kathy) Robinson. Fa- ther-in-law of Larry. Proud Poppa of 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Predeceased by his brothers Lorne, Allan and Gordon and by his sister Viola. Fondly remembered by his many friends. Visitation will be held at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 905-428-8488 on Thurs- day, November 17 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm with a Legion Service (Br. 322) at 8:00 pm and Fri- day, November 18 from 2:00 -4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of the Funeral Home on Saturday, November 19 at 11:00 am. Roy will be laid to rest with his wife Helen in Erskine Cemetery, Pickering. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer So- ciety. A Guest Book may be signed online at www.mceachniefuneral.ca Deaths ComingEventsC Deaths ComingEventsC Deaths Deaths ComingEventsC ComingEventsC ComingEventsC ComingEventsC Cars WantedC $$$ TOP CASH paid for your car or trucks. same day re- moval service. Call Shawn (416) 577-3879 $100- $1000 Cash 4 Cars Dead or Alive Same day Fast Free Towing 416-312-1269 1-888-989-5865 $250-$2000 Ajaxautowreckers.com Cash for Cars, Trucks and All Scrap Metal. 905-686-1771416-896-7066 ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junk- er. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. 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