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Home My WebLink AboutNA2012_03_07 MOYA DILLON mdillon@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- As the coffin made its way down Brock Road to its final resting place, the church bells tolled throughout Brougham and passing vehicles honked in support of the procession. The marching residents were gathered to mark 40 years since the federal government expropriated 18,600 acres on March 2, 1972 for a future international airport. At the same time, the Province expropriated 25,000 acres adjacent to the lands as the site of a future city. Rally marks 40 years on federal lands MARCH BRINGS TOGETHER CURRENT, PAST PICKERING RESIDENTS, SUPPORTERS RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND BROUGHAM -- Dr. Charles Godfrey, original chairman of People or Planes, took part in a Land Over Landings event marking the 40th anniversary of the expropriation of the airport lands March 2. 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Expires December 31, 2011ExpiresMarch31,2012 (whichever is greater) MARCHMADNESS!$10 00 10 %OFF!OR Applicable to labour and parts (on a service repair order) BUSINESS 2 Pushing growth Mayors highlight opportunities FEATURE 10 Future of federal lands Pickering residents outline hopes for area SPORTS 15 Bluewater blues Junior Lightning drop playoff tilts E X P R O P R I A T I O N du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 7 , 2 0 1 2 2 AP New businesses and opportunities highlighted MOYA DILLON mdillon@durhamregion.com AJAX -- The mayors of Pickering and Ajax were singing the same tune during separate addresses to the Ajax and Pickering Board of Trade, highlighting the need to attract and retain businesses. Both mayors spoke to business leaders on Feb. 29 as part of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade’s Annual Mayors’ Address. Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan proved he was willing to go the distance to attract businesses to the area, announcing details of an upcoming trip to China to meet with government officials and busi- ness leaders there to discuss investment opportunities in Durham Region. “My primary objective will be to drum up interest in local businesses as well as proj- ects we have going on downtown,” he said of the two-week trip, which will take place over March break, March 8 to 23. He also noted the importance of forging relationships, announc- ing that Siemens Canada would be building a new 190,000-square-foot facil- ity in the city as the result of a relationship that began seven years ago. “You have to nurture projects little by little,” he explained, noting the City took a similar tack with discussions for the Pickering pedestrian bridge, which is nearly complete. “Then when the opportunity presents itself you have to mobilize and strike fast. Some- times you come away empty-handed, but that’s the nature of the beast.” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish had a similar approach to attracting business, noting that the Town has fought to keep its empty lands for employment in order to be ready when businesses want to relocate. “We spent much of our time pre- serving the business lands we do have from applications to convert them to residential because we knew the day would come where businesses began looking to the east,” he said, noting those lands are now shovel-ready. “It’s essential when that day comes that we are ready for invest- ment. That, I think, is going to, has been and is the secret to our success.” Mayor Parish highlighted the fact that the town is the third fastest-grow- ing in the GTA, and the fastest-growing in the region, as per Statis- tics Canada’s lat- est census. He also touted the Town’s Priority Path pro- gram, which helps businesses navigate municipal red tape. 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Pediatricians at the hospital sus- pected Catalina might be suffering from juvenile arthritis and referred her to the new pediatric rheuma- tology clinic at the hospital’s Cen- tenary campus, where she was the very first patient. “We were grateful that it didn’t take long for us to get into the clinic and get an appointment,” said Gail Bursey, Catalina’s mother. Led by pediatric rheumatologist Dr. Karoon Danayan, the clinic, which opened in January, already sees about 40 patients each month. About one-third of those patients require treatment for rheumatic issues, including juvenile idiopath- ic arthritis, lupus, juvenile dermat- omyositis and scleroderma. “I started this clinic because there are no other pediatric rheumatolo- gists in this area,” said Dr. Danayan of the clinic, which sees patients from across east Toronto and west Durham Region. Rheumatic diseases can cause pain and swelling of the joints, rashes and fever, among other symptoms. Most can be treated or managed with medication, but if they go undiagnosed they can lead to joint or organ damage. “Often our patients present with chronic diseases that, for months, have been unrecognizable,” Dr. Danayan said. “Many people don’t think that kids can get rheumatic diseases like arthritis, so it often goes missed. Children with arthritis often push through the pain and don’t com- plain. They remain active and they cope with the pain. This can make it harder to recognize that there is a problem.” Referrals to the clinic are made through a patient’s physician. 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Pine Ridge Secondary School was awash in a sea of green as students from Pickering schools, staff and dignitaries gathered at the school in their ‘I Am Who I Am’ T-shirts to celebrate the campaign’s success. Created by a group of Pine Ridge stu- dents, the ‘I Am Who I Am’ campaign was launched in November 2011 to promote acceptance and inclusiveness and honour the memory of Mitchell Wilson. Mitchell, a student at West Creek Public School, com- mitted suicide in 2011 and bullying is con- sidered a factor in the youth’s death. He had muscular dystrophy. “As we wear our I Am Who I Am T-shirts we are reminded to accept each other for our individuality,” student Bryan Hansraj told the crowd during the assembly, held on March 2. “It raises awareness within the commu- nity and reminds us to continue to cele- brate our unique differences and have the courage to stand up and make a positive change.” Students from all Pickering schools came together in support of the campaign, which aimed to raise $10,000 through the sale of themed T-shirts and bracelets. “Within three weeks we reached our goal,” said Cody Morrison. “We had not anticipated the demand from schools across the province. We had to set up a PayPal account and students and teachers volunteered their time to package and ship orders.” Those orders led to a donation of $19,341.48 for Muscular Dystrophy Cana- da. “I need you all to know the impact of what you have done by creating this incredible campaign,” said Marla Spiegel, national director, research, programs and services for Muscular Dystrophy Canada. “You are making people’s lives better, full- er, richer and happier. We are so impressed and grateful because every dollar makes a difference.” For Craig Wilson, Mitchell’s father, the campaign was a fitting tribute to his son. “I’m very proud of everyone and over- whelmed at the response from the com- munity,” he said. “I think the right reasons were there and that’s why this was so successful. It was the right cause and the right reasons and I think Mitchell’s story touched everyone. How could you say no?” I Am Who I Am products are still for sale. For more information or to buy, call Pine Ridge at 905-420-1885 or visit www.pin- eridgesecondaryschool.ca. ‘i aM who i aM’ Pickering students celebrate successful campaign as we wear our I Am Who I Am T-shirts we are reminded to accept each other for our individuality. Bryan Hansraj, student du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 7 , 2 0 1 2 5 AP Let us take care of all your needs including air, hotels, insurance, and shore excursions CRUISE HOLIDAYS OF METRO EAST (905) 426-7884 www.luv2cruise.ca Expert honest advice Cruising is all we do We are the experts Serving D u r h a m ’ s Cruising n e e d s for o v e r 1 3 Y e a r s (Ont. Reg. 4616736) 1-866-873-9945 www.welcomewagon.ca IfYou Are... Moving Expecting a Baby Planning a Wedding New Business Appointment Looking for a Career Call Welcome Wagon Today! It’s absolutelyFREE! 24/7 LocaL breaking news, sports, photos, video and weather: aLL da Y, everY daY when YoU want it. >> ‘The law is the law’ says father of boy who committed suicide JEFF MITCHELL jmitchell@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- A judge has acquitted a youth in the assault and robbery of a Pickering boy who later committed suicide, ruling that evidence provided by Mitchell Wilson prior to his death doesn’t amount to proof of guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Although Mitchell identified the boy, now 13, as one of the youths who body-slammed him and robbed him of a cellphone in November 2010, the inherent frailties of eyewitness evidence raise enough doubt to merit the acquittal, Ontario Court Justice Mary Teresa Devlin said in a ruling deliv- ered Monday in Oshawa. “The case law on eyewitness evidence consistently states that even when an eye- witness is honest and credible -- as I am sure Mitchell Wilson would have been -- these witnesses are often mistaken because of how the brain func- tions,” Justice Devlin said. “There was no evidence explaining why Mitchell Wil- son believed he recognized (the youth) as one of his assailants and no opportunity to test his belief in cross examination.” The ruling was accept- ed with grace by Mitchell’s father, Craig Wilson. “I understand the verdict,” he told reporters. “Sure, I’m disappointed, but the law is the law. “I know Mitchell was 100- per cent sure in his mind,” said Mr. Wilson. Mitchell was 10 when he was robbed in November 2010, pushed to the sidewalk and robbed of a cellphone as he took one of the thera- peutic walks prescribed for his muscular dystrophy. That day he told Durham police he’d seen a number of youths watching him as he used the phone, and that later two of the boys concealed their faces with the hoods of their sweatshirts as they accosted him and rifled his pockets. Two days later at his school Mitchell came face to face with a boy he immediately iden- tified as one of the attackers. He repeated the claim to his stepmother, school officials and police, court heard. The name of the accused boy is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. But the attack, which left Mitchell with chipped teeth and abrasions, also took a psychological toll, his parents have said. Anxious over the impending trial and sub- jected to bullying, he committed suicide in September 2011 after learning he’d have to testify at trial. After a voire dire that began last Novem- ber, Justice Devlin ruled the statements given by Mitchell prior to his death would be admissible as evidence. In Monday’s judgment she said she’d given that evi- dence significant weight, as the boy made his identification spontane- ously and attempted to be accurate. “I accept that Mitchell Wilson firmly and honestly believed that (the youth) was one of his attack- ers,” the judge said. But the proven lack of reliability of such eyewit- ness evidence -- and the absence of an opportunity to test Mitchell’s observa- tions in court -- tipped the balance in favour of an acquittal, Justice Devlin said. The judge acknowledged the notoriety the case has gained and the emotion- al reaction the ruling was bound to evoke, especial- ly given the way Mitchell’s life ended. “No one could have foreseen this tragic outcome and it is unclear whether and to what degree the youths who committed the robbery should be held responsible for the tragedy,” she said. “I hope that one day the youths responsible for these crimes will have the courage to come forward and take responsibility for their wrongdoing. I hope that they will ask for, and receive, forgive- ness.” Outside court Craig Wilson said that in the absence of any act of contrition by those responsible for the attack on his son, he believes “karma” will ultimately right the wrongs done. He said his family con- tinues to mourn the boy, who wanted more than anything just to be like other kids. “He just wanted to be a normal kid; he didn’t want to have muscular dystrophy,” Mr. Wilson said. “This has nothing to do with closure,” he said of the verdict. “But now we can go on and move past it and live the rest of our lives remembering who he was.” ReAd Judge Teresa devlin’s comments @ durhamregion.com Delivery service also available.All sales final, no refunds, no exchanges. All merchandise sold as is. FINALLY!! A L L 5 S T O R E S N O W CONSOLIDATED I N WA REHOUSE! MASSIVE PRE-AUCTION LIQUIDATION SALE! ENTIREDeBoer'sinventorywillbeDRASTICALLYdiscountedmost AT COSTORBELOW!* COME PREPARED! Bring your ropes, bring your blankets and bring a TRUCK. SAVINGS WILL BE HUGE. LAST DAYS !!Come in BEFOREAUCTIONEERS DRIVE UP PRICES! @SBSI 2012EVERY ITEM MUST BE SOLD! OUR LOSS IS YOUR GAIN! *excludes consignmentmerchandise SALEENDSTHISSATURDAY!!! 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Do these letter writers really think that chucking our garbage in a hole to fester and contaminate for 100 years or more is really kinder to our planet than incinerat- ing it in the new, European-style, clean- burn incinerators that not only dispose of it forever but also produce power as a by-product, either in the form of steam or electricity? I am an old duffer who recycled before it was even called that; I still repair my shoes three or four times before I throw them out; I frequently buy stuff from places like the Salvation Army Thrift store; I drive an economical four-cylinder vehicle and in the 1970s keenly studied alternative energy sources. In fact, I know that the new incin- erators are simply not the incinerators of 50 or 75 years ago but just mention the word to some people and it’s like waving a red flag at a bull. A knee-jerk reaction if ever there was one. David Filbey-Haywood Pickering aviation Opportunity being missed on Pickering airport lands To the editor: Mississauga has posted new noise warn- ing signs in some neighbourhoods to alert residents to the effects of air traffic over- head. Recent commentary on future plans for a Pickering airport should be raising serious concerns for residents of our community. There is a quality of life that, for now, defines this city. It’s highly improbable that people who choose to live here secret- ly wish they lived on the outskirts of Pear- son International. On the other hand there is an increasing need to provide local, sus- tainable food production right here in the GTA. The Pickering lands site is more than 18,000 aces of prime farm land. It could be the foundation of a model for local food production; one to be envied on a nation- al level. We should proudly be develop- ing regional specialties and unique artisan food products, perhaps even an agricul- tural research facility. We need to actively encourage both our local and federal gov- ernment to consider this more appropriate usage of the Pickering lands site before we end up with acres of tarmac and our very own noise warning signs. Dan Raue, Pickering ‘Love Letter’ Appalled and disgusted over school suspension To the editor: Re: ‘Love letter goes south for Ajax stu- dent’, news, durhamregion.com, March 1, 2012. When I read this article I was completely appalled and disgusted with the Catholic school board. With considerations about what the reli- gion is about, it is disturbing and disap- pointing to know that a religion that sup- posedly promotes peace and sharing the word of God would do this. As a Catholic citizen, I feel ashamed that another Christian, especially those of authority in a school, would do such a thing. I really hope the principal feels good about his/her actions. Suspending a child for being a good kid and helping girls feel better about themselves? Good job DO’C, you really make me want to send my future kids there. Natalia Bertok Ajax *** To the editor: Re: ‘Love letter goes south for Ajax student’, news, durhamregion.com, March 1, 2012. What on earth is this world coming to when a young man who encourages women to value their inner beauty and character gets suspended from school for it? Paul Gomille should be commended, not suspended. His message is one that every- one needs to hear. Young women and girls, especially, need to understand that they are valu- able human beings created in God’s image and not simply a collection of body parts. Young men need to know this about them- selves as well. I have made it a point to read Paul’s letter to my grade-school age daughter because it echoes the values that I am teaching her, not only about herself but others as well. We need more ‘love letters’ like Paul’s in this world. Theresa Ommert Ajax & A Metroland Media Group Ltd. 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Mitchell, suffering from the debilitat- ing effects of muscular dystrophy, was mugged for a cellphone and roughed up by another boy while out for a walk in his Pickering neighbourhood. Shortly after laying a complaint to police and identify- ing who he believed to be the perpetrator of the assault on him, Mitchell ended his own life. The boy charged in Mitchell’s assault was found not guilty by a judge Monday. Though the verdict was not particularly surprising, there was some comfort in the fact that Mitchell’s voice was allowed to be heard at trial via the oral and written statements he provided to police prior to his suicide. The pending trial and Mitch- ell’s anxiety at having to face his accuser were yet more stressors the young boy faced. His final, private decision was a culmi- nation of those many challenges. Mitchell struggled with the effects of his progres- sive disease. He lost his mother to illness. He was bullied and ultimately assaulted and robbed. His story is absolutely heart- breaking. But it brought together communities across Durham, sparked important dia- logue to support ongoing anti-bullying efforts underway in schools and urged us all to take stock, work harder and elimi- nate the scourge of bullying. If any com- fort can be taken, if Mitchell is to leave a legacy, it is this: he forced us to confront and take action against the bullies in our midst. That legacy is reflected in the school- wide campaigns that have recruited thou- sands of students to acknowledge the issue, identify it where it exists and work to eliminate it. It is reflected in new or updated work- place policies regarding bullying behav- iour. It is seen in the growing awareness and daily discussions around dinner tables, school cafeterias, church pulpits and office lunchrooms. Mitchell’s family has endured all of this with grace and quiet stoicism. His father, Craig, Craig’s wife Tiffany Usher, and Mitchell’s grandmother, Pam, contin- ue to struggle with Mitchell’s death, but must take some comfort in the inspira- tion Mitchell provides for a generation of school children. We acknowledge their deep loss, but remain inspired by their dignity. My parents are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary this week. That’s quite a feat, these days. As far as I’m concerned it ranks right up there with putting a man on the moon, splitting the atom or eating sushi for the first time. Sixty years together. Any way you slice it, that’s a lot of living. And beyond the incredulity of staying with one partner for six decades there lies within that achieve- ment a number of other equally impres- sive markers. For starters, to be married to one per- son for 60 years means, assuming one was wed in the usual age range of early to mid- 20s, one has to have survived well into one’s 80s. That in itself is something to crow about. Especially in this carcinogenic, stress- filled, horror-headlined era. And when you consider that some form of mariticide usually culls the herd well before people become octogenarians together it makes the accomplishment doubly special. Also, for most couples, being married for 60 years means you have been parents for a good chunk of that time. I realize, of course, that children grow up, at least physically, and move on to screw up their own lives in myriad ways. But just because they’re out of the house doesn’t mean the parenting stops. I’ll be 52 years old in a couple of months and I know my parents think and worry about me just as much as when I was a teen- ager heading out the door and hopping into some unsavoury friend’s rusted-out jalopy. You are parents until the day they shov- el dirt over you. That’s what you sign on for. Sometimes it’s wonderful, sometimes it sucks wind. Sometimes those little peo- ple you created turn out to be jeezly idi- ots. And you still have to love them. For 60 years or more. Finally, and most obviously, there is the simple yet incredible fact that being mar- ried for 60 years means you have lived with this one person for that entire peri- od. Sixty years times 365 days equals a stag- gering 21,900 times around the sun spent in the company of one other individual. Ponder that for a second. That’s 21,900 breakfasts and dinners; 21,900 goodnight kisses; 21,900 nights and days filled, or not, with laughter, love, discussion, silence, joy, anger, patience, impatience, kindness, spite, passion, tears, heat, cold, attention and indiffer- ence. In short; 21,900 days of two humans being human. Remarkable. Some glib, modern-day pundits will tell you that monogamy is no longer in vogue. That the concept of mating for life may be OK for loons and wolves but it’s not nec- essarily the acme for human beings any longer. I don’t know if that’s true or not. But what is undeniable is that two people choosing to stay together for better or worse, through all of the highs, lows and in betweens that 60 years can throw at them and who still remain loving, loyal and steadfast mooring posts for their off- spring, is perhaps the greatest and most beautiful portrait of courage, fortitude and love that I could ever imagine. Thank you, Mom and Dad. Happy Anni- versary. -- Durham resident Neil Crone, actor, comic, writer, saves some of his best lines for this column du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m 7 AP Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 7 , 2 0 1 2 HOT TOPICS: Not guilty verdict... Visit us today at www.durhamregion.com to see the story: Judge finds teen not guilty of assault and robbery in Mitchell Wilson case ONLINE POLL RESULTS Things to do in Ireland 1. A drive around Slea Head on the West Kerry peninsula. 2. A stroll down Grafton Street in Dublin.. 3. Eyre Square in Galway during Galway races week. 4. Croke Park Dublin on All Ireland hurling final day. 5. The Hill of Tara in Meath. 6. Glendalough, in the Wicklow Hills, where the ancient monks came to pray, be solitary, and fast. 7. W.B. Yeats grave, Drumcliff graveyard. 8. Glens of Antrim -- Far north of Belfast. 9. Beal Na mBlath, the Mouth of the Flowers Michael Collins fell and Irish history changed forever. 10. Inishowen Peninsula, Donegal. Source: www.irishcentral.com Two Durham residents are being credited with helping to save a dog they witnessed being beaten in Ajax this week. Would you intervene in a potentially threatening situation such as that? I like to think I’d do the right thing and step in, regardless of the danger. (70%) Are you crazy? I wouldn’t want to put myself or others in danger. (4%) I wouldn’t intervene, but I’d call 911 immediately. (26%) Total Votes: 300 NEIL CRONE Sixty years together: a portrait of love and courage SABRINA BYRNES/ BEHIND THE LENS The choppy waters of Lake Ontario were taken advantage of by this lone surfer, as this man brought his board out on the water to ride the waves on Feb. 13, 2012. Brrrrr..... Which movies move you? MIKE JOHNSTON - MANAGING EDITOR I love the movies. I love going to the mov- ies, talking to people about movies and read- ing movie reviews. I would rather sit in a crowded movie the- atre to see a film than at home, watching it on a Blu-ray player. I’m also a big fan of the Oscars, at least I was until this last show. With the exception of our editor-in-chief who made it a point to see all the movies up for the best picture award, I don’t know any- one who saw two or three of the movies. Per- sonally, I will never see movies such as the Artist, or Tree of Life. They just don’t interest me. I have seen part two of the Harry Potter finale three times, Captain America twice and at least 10 of the top 15 movies from last year. Sorry, you couldn’t drag me to see any Twilight movie. And it’s not just blockbust- ers that turn my crank at the theatre. I loved Anonymous this past year and the 3D Three Musketeers. But what finally put me over the edge with the most recent Oscars was when Iron Lady beat out Harry Potter for best makeup. Harry Potter had goblins, witches, warlocks and a great looking Voldemort. The Iron Lady, from what I have seen in trailers, had Meryl Strep made to look like Maggie Thatcher. It’s time the Oscars woke up and actual- ly awarded movies people see. They need a blockbuster category. Every movie that makes more than $100 million can be up for the Blockbuster of the Year award, then younger people would tune in to see if Plan- et of the Apes could defeat Transformers. But why wait for the Oscars? In the next few months, I’ll be working to revamp our web- site, specifically the movies link. Right now, it just lists what movies are playing locally. I want to make it more interactive by letting our readers become movie critics. We want to read what you thought about a movie. In 100 to 200 words you’ll be able to state your case, good or bad. So let me know if that’s something you would be interested in. Leave a comment at the end of this column or like it on Facebook. I’ll let you know when you can start reviewing. -- Managing editor Mike Johnston is looking forward to the Avengers, Spiderman and Batman in 2012. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 7 , 2 0 1 2 8 P The coffin, full of what Land Over Land- ings member Mary Delaney called “the good earth of north Pickering” and “planted with seeds of hope,” was laid to rest in front of the former GTAA offices at Brock Road and Hwy. 7. “Forty years ago, this day started like any other, nobody saw this coming,” Ms. Delaney told the crowd of about 100. She went on to salute People or Planes, a residents’ group that protested the air- port plans, leading to the Province pull- ing support for the project in 1975. Dr. Charles Godfrey, chairman of Peo- ple or Planes, was on hand at the festivi- ties to pass the torch to the next gener- ation. “It takes me back, I feel like I’m a youth again,” Dr. Godfrey said as he surveyed the enthusiastic crowd, many chanting “foodlands forever, airport lands never.” “It’s the same enthusiasm we had in our day,” he continued. “It’s absolutely refreshing to see there’s still people who get together and think they can change what the government is going to do. That’s the essence of democ- racy and it’s funny because it must be built into the genes of people who live out here, they won’t lie down.” Councillor David Pickles also high- lighted the area’s activist history, which goes back to the 1837 rebellion, and con- tinues today with Land over Landings, which advocates for the creation of an agricultural preserve on the lands. “People from this area have always been very active, they’re not afraid to speak up for what they believe in, as we’ve seen here today,” he said. That tradition seems poised to contin- ue, as several younger residents of the lands stood up to express their ongoing support for the cause. “I grew up on this land and everything in my life is because of this land and what it’s given me and what it’s taught me,” said Jess Robertson, whose father Michael Robertson was a member of People or Planes and infamously flew a hang glider across the grounds of Parlia- ment to protest the airport. “The world is watching this story,” she said. “I believe in local food and I hope everyone can continue this fight. We need to get on board in Canada because this is a Canadian story, this isn’t just about us in this room, it’s a world story.” MP Chris Alexander was also on hand at the event, which saw several original People or Planes members stand up to recount their experiences and ongoing support for the cause, as well as a new generation who support the preservation of the land. “It’s inspiring to see these activists still committed 40 years later,” he said. “Our government is committed to work- ing with them and everyone else towards a resolution. Forty years is too long.” Page 10 - Related feature story (Part 3) on the 40th anniversary of the expropriation ACTIVISM from page 1 40th anniveRsaRy Activism celebrated in ongoing fight against Pickering airport Ryan PfeiffeR / metRoland BROUGHAM -- Land Over Landings organized an event marking the 40th anniversary of the expropriation of the airport lands March 2 (photo above). 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PICKERING -- As government reports reit- erate the need for a future airport on the Pickering federal lands, residents advocate for preservation of the agriculturally signifi- cant tract. The lands currently are little changed from when they were expropriated in 1972. “Where else can you drive where noth- ing has changed?” asked Margaret Tap- scott, whose family remained in their home after expropriation. “Buildings get knocked down but nothing has changed compared to places like Markham, they’re unrecogniz- able from 40 years ago.” Proponents of preserving the land call it the silver lining of the airport legacy. “Inadvertently the government has saved this land,” said Gord McGregor, a Brougham resident and chairman of Land Over Land- ings, which advocates for the creation of a land trust to preserve the area’s Class 1 farmland for agriculture. “Even though we’re sitting here in limbo it is the better of all other evils,” he said. “Our whole thrust is to save this land and turn it into a land trust where families can get into intensive mono-cultures and organ- ic farming. We’d like to bring the threads of the community back together.” The lands have remained in limbo since initial plans for an airport stalled in 1975. Some of the land has already been pre- served, with 7,000 acres earmarked for green space as part of initiatives such as the new Rouge National Park. The specter of an airport, however, is still very much alive. In July 2011 Transport Canada released a needs assessment study that called for an airport in Pickering by 2027 at the earliest, but possibly as far away as 2037. Residents, however, are still waiting for a definitive answer. “I guess the answer for now remains not anytime soon and perhaps not ever, but that debate will continue as part of the planning that will go on,” said MP Chris Alexander, noting the needs assessment report repre- sented progress. “After 40 years there is a real commitment to finding a resolution and there is move- ment in that direction. Our focus in terms of a resolution is on economic development and environmental stewardship.” More detailed land use planning is cur- rently underway. “Transport Canada is developing a land use and management strategy with respect to the Pickering lands that will consider all options for potential uses of the land and its long-term management,” said James Kelly, media relations advisor for Transport Can- ada. “This will focus on the efficiency and effec- tiveness of future land use decisions as well as property management while exercising fiscal restraint. The first step in this process will be to define the footprint for a potential future airport at the Pickering lands.” The results of that land use study are expected to be available in the spring. While many residents await news on whether the land can be saved, others await news of the airport with an eye to eco- nomics. “There are business leaders who would like to see infra- structure in north Pickering and people who want to see the employment base of Dur- ham and the GTA continue to grow,” Mr. Alexander said. Mayor David Ryan echoed the sentiment, noting that many see the airport as a potential economic boon for the region. “An airport is probably the single largest type of economic driver no matter where it resides,” he explained, noting the final deci- sion shouldn’t be made unilaterally. “The economic benefits of an airport are obvious, but we need to be part of the pro- cess.” While the return of land in Pickering is a dream for many, in reality it might not be feasible. “I’d like to buy it back but with land prices these days it would be hard for farmers to afford the amount of land you need to make a living,” said Ron Tapscott, who farms near- ly 1,000 acres of federal land. “In the best of both worlds I’d like to be able to buy a couple of hundred acres back and lease the rest, but I don’t know if that would be possible. I think long-term leases are probably the best option at this point.” Between 1984 and 1994 Transport Canada did consider selling portions of the lands on several occasions, but in each case the deci- sion was deferred. “The public wouldn’t stand for it because someone would be out money, there’s accrued value that has to go somewhere,” said resident Jim Miller, whose family won back their historic farm Thistle Ha’ after it was expropriated. “The only thing that makes sense to me is some kind of agricultural trust.” Agriculture is a common element among visions for the land. Mayor Ryan said he would like to see greenhouse technology on the lands. “We need to ensure the lands around an airport would be used to the best advantage of the municipality,” he explained. “There’s no question these are prime agricultural lands but if there’s an airport you can’t have open-field agriculture.” For Land over Landings, a combination of greenspace and agriculture is the answer. The McGregors grow much of their own pro- duce in an organic garden plot on their land and can attest to the fertility of the area. “We have a grand opportunity to do some- thing pretty spectacular here, if we could save this land it would be in everybody’s interest,” Mr. McGregor said. “We’re trying to convince the rest of Ontario, even the rest of Canada, that we need to save the last bit of fertile farmland we have left. We really need a groundswell to be recognized by the federal government that there is a desire to keep this land, keep it for food production and keep it away from developers.” Transport Canada, however, remains ada- mant about an eventual airport. “The findings of the needs assessment study ... presented strong evidence that a commercial airport is needed in the Great- er Golden Horseshoe region sometime between 2027 and 2037,” Mr. Kelly said. “The study confirmed and the government con- siders that the Pickering lands site would be a prime location for a new airport in the sys- tem of airports in southern Ontario.” For residents the desire to save the lands remains steady, but for now all they can do is wait. “As the years go on you realize maybe another generation might be here,” Mr. Tap- scott said. “We’d like to take care of the land for them.” RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND PICKERING -- Chris Alexander, MP for Ajax-Pickering, at Bentley House at the corner of Hwy. 7 and Brock Road. 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By: ANKE Z IMMERMANN Naturopa thic medicine can b e helpful to childre n with ADD/AD HD and other b ehavioural and learning disorders. O ne of the simplest things you can do is to change the lighting in your home and in you r son’s school to full spectrum lighting. Fu ll spectrum lighting is a more natural light which includes the full spectrum of light frequencies. In several resea rch studies school children exposed to full sp e c t rum lighting in the schools showed b e t t e r concentration, reduced hyp eractivity, better reading abilities a n d test results, as well as faster grow t h , f e w e r a b s ences dues to illness and 1/3 fewer too t h c a v ities. Parents could lobby the sc h o ols to have the standard fluorescent lig hting replaced by full spectrum lighting, and parents can replace their lighting a t home. Naturopath ic Medicin e Anke Zimmerma n n , B . 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You need to g e t t h e i r l i c e n s e p l a t e n u m b e r , t h e i r name, phone n u m b e r a n d m o s t i m p o r t a n t l y , G E T T H E I R DRIVER’S LICE N S E N U M B E R t o v e r i f y t h a t t h e y a r e w h o they say they a r e . I f t h e y r e f u s e t o p r o d u c e t h e i r d r i v e r ’ s license, call t h e p o l i c e . I f y o u a r e h i t i n a p a r k i n g l o t , a n d it’s not your f a u l t , d o n o t a l l o w s o m e o n e t o c o n v i n c e you into payi n g f o r / o r s p l i t t i n g t h e r e p a i r s , b e c a u s e t h e rules for dete r m i n i n g f a u l t a r e t h e s a m e a s i f y o u w e r e on a public ro a d w a y . Co llis ion Repa irs TONY P LODER to g e t t h e somsW 3 Industrial Pkw y. S., Aurora • aurora@ﬁ xauto.co m Bus.: 905-727-870 0 • Fax: 905-727-82 4 2 How do I prepare m y home’s plumbing system for t h e co ld we ather to come? It ’s Plumb ’n Freez ing!!! 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While it is true t h a t h a r d s u r f a c e ﬂ o o r s t h e m s e l v e s do not create a i r b o r n e p a r t i c l e s, if the hardwo o d o r laminate is no t c l e a n e d t h o r o u g h l y a n d c o n s i s t e n t l y , the dust that la n d s o n i t i s f r e e t o t r a v e l e a s i l y t h r o u g h the air. This ma y a c t u a l l y c r e a t e a w o r s e s i t u a t i o n than carpeting, w h i c h c a n e n t r a p t h i s d u s t u n t i l i t i s vacuumed. Will replacingmyFlooringRUSS GALE t t h t h orca 435 Davis Drive (at Main St.) Newmar k et • 905-895-8822 KLEIN HORS MAN www.KleinHorsma n C a r p e t O n e N e w m a r k e t . c o m What is being built in the parking lot at Roadhouse & Ro se? We are construct i n g a T u d o r - s t y l e r o o f w h i c h w i l l b e p l a c e d o n t o p o f the funeral hom e i n t h e n e a r f u t u r e . T h e b u i l d i n g u s e d t o h a v e t h i s gable roof, but i t w a s l o s t t o ﬁ r e i n 1 9 5 6 . The old Newm a r k e t E r a Ofﬁ ce on Main St r e e t h a d c a u g h t ﬁ r e a n d R o a d h o u s e & R o s e, which was adjacent to t h e E R A a t t h i s t i m e, incurred signiﬁ ca n t ﬁ r e d a m a g e and the roof wa s c o n s e q u e n t l y r e m o v e d . Now, 54 years la t e r , i t i s being reconstru c t e d a s a h e r i t a g e p r o j e c t . For more informa t i o n a n d pictures, please visit www.roadhou s e a n d r o s e . c o m Whatisbein g bu iltFuneral Ser vi ce s WES PL AYTER ti T d 157 Main Stre e t S . , N e w m a r k e t 905-895-6631 wes@roadho u s e a n d r o s e . c o m Family Owned & O p e r a t e d S i n c e 1 8 4 2 Can I p aint over w ood cabinetry or pre-ﬁ nish ed lamina te products ? Yes, Para’s Melamin e p a i n t ﬁ n i s h e s a r e i d e a l p r o d u c t s t o u s e to freshen up t h e l o o k o f y o u r c a b i n e t r y , c o u n t e r - t o p s, and .derised si hsi n ﬁ n e e h s - w o l , t n a t s i s e r - r a m a e r e h w s e s a c k o o b Available in an y c u s t o m - t i n t e d c o l o u r t h e p o s s i b i l i t i e s a r e endless. Ask us about P a r a ’ s 4 3 0 0 A c r y l i c L a t e x M e l a m i n e a n d 4500 Urethane - F o r t i ﬁ e d E n a m e l . W i t h m i n i m a l p r e p, you can transform any s u r f a c e i n t o a w o r k o f i n s p i r a t i o n . CanIpaint ove r wo odPaint Sto reANG ELO D’ELIA M l i i t 15480 Bayvi e w A v e . , Aurora 905-841-6200 Wh at shou ld I do to prepare my vehicle for the com ing colder weathe r. Regular inspecti o n s a r e e s p e c i a l l y i m p o r t a n t i n o u r s e v e r e Canadian climat e. It’s important t o s p o t a n y t r o u b l e b e f o r e i t becomes danger o u s a n d m o r e c o s t l y . H a v e y o u r a n t i f r e e z e / coolant tested b e f o r e t h e c o l d w e a t h e r t o i n s u r e f a s t w a r m - up and proper e n g i n e p r o t e c t i o n . Y o u r t i r e s s h o u l d a l s o b e inspected, check f o r c r a c k s, tread depth an d p r o p e r i n ﬂ a t i o n . Repairing ABS i s s u e s c a n a l s o m a k e t h e d i f f e r e n c e b e t w e e n accident avoidan c e a n d a f e n d e r b e n d e r . Wh at sh ouldIdotoAuto Ser vic e MIKE McGR AW i p p 30 Charles S t . , N e w m a r k e t 905-898-0514 Wh y should I h av e my heating e quip ment maintained every year? Ontario’s fuel sa f e t y r e g u l a t o r y b o d y ( T e c h n i c a l S t a n d a r d s a n d S a f e t y A u t h o r i t y ) a s w e l l a s e q u i p m e n t manufacturers str o n g l y r e c o m m e n d t h a t a l l f o s s i l f u e l e q u i p m e n t b e m a i n t a i n e d a n n u a l l y . T h e number 1 reaso n i s t o e n s u r e t h a t t h e e q u i p m e n t i s o p e r a t i n g s a f e l y a n d t o e n s u r e t h a t i t s s a f e t y mechanisms are w o r k i n g c o r r e c t l y . S e r v i c i n g c a n a l s o r e d u c e f u e l c o s t s a n d i m p r o v e e f ﬁ c i e n c i e s b y ensuring that the e q u i p m e n t i s o p e r a t i n g t o m a n u f a c t u r e r ’ s s p e c i ﬁ c a t i o n s. Quite often futu r e c o s t l y repairs can be avo i d e d . R e g u l a r s e r v i c i n g c a n a l s o p r o l o n g t h e l i f e o f t h e e q u i p m e n t . 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Yes, it is often relat e d t o y o u r t e e t h . Many people cl e n c h o r g r i n d t h e i r t e e t h w h e n t h e y sleep at night. T h i s h a b i t p u t s s t r e s s o n t h e t e e t h a n d m u s c l e s r e l a t e d t o c h e w i n g a n d t a l k i n g . It can be silent m e a n i n g a s p o u s e o r p a r t n e r m a y n o t h e a r a n y s o u n d s c o m i n g f r o m y o u r mouth. Common s y m p t o m s f o r a p e r s o n t h a t c l e n c h e s o r g r i n d s a r e s o r e t e e t h , s e n s i t i v e t e e t h , headache s, muscle or jaw p a i n a n d e v e n n e c k p a i n . I f y o u h a v e a n y o f t h e s e s y m p t o m s y o u r dentist can help d e t e r m i n e i f g r i n d i n g o r c l e n c h i n g i s t h e c a u s e o f y o u r s y m p t o m s. Treatment for this habit can in v o l v e t h e f a b r i c a t i o n o f a n a p p l i a n c e t h a t y o u w e a r a t n i g h t . 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The buil d i n g u s e d t o h a v e t h i s gable roof, but it was lost to ﬁ re in 1956. The old Newmarket Era Ofﬁ ce on Main Street had caught ﬁ re and Roa d h o u s e & R o s e, which was adjacent to the ERA at this time, incurred signiﬁ cant ﬁ re damage and the roof was consequently removed. Now, 54 years later, it is being reconstructed as a heritage project. For more information and pictures, please visit www.roadhouseandrose.com Whatisbeingbuilt Fu neral Ser vi ce s WES PLAYTER ti T d 157 Main Street S., Newmarket 905-895-6631 wes@roadhouseandrose.com Family Owned & Operated Since 1842 Can I paint over wood cabinetry or pre-ﬁ nished laminate products? Yes, Para’s Melamine paint ﬁ nishes are ideal p r o d u c t s t o u s e to freshen up the look of your cabinetry, coun t e r - t o p s, and .derised si hsin ﬁ neehs-wol ,tnatsiser-ram a e r e h w s e s a c k o o b Available in any custom-tinted colour the pos s i b i l i t i e s a r e endless. 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Ontario’s fuel safety regulatory body (Technical St a n d a r d s a n d S a f e t y A u t h o r i t y ) a s w e l l a s e q u i p m e n t manufacturers strongly recommend that all fos s i l f u e l e q u i p m e n t b e m a i n t a i n e d a n n u a l l y . T h e number 1 reason is to ensure that the equipmen t i s o p e r a t i n g s a f e l y a n d t o e n s u r e t h a t i t s s a f e t y mechanisms are working correctly. Servicing can a l s o r e d u c e f u e l c o s t s a n d i m p r o v e e f ﬁ c i e n c i e s b y ensuring that the equipment is operating to manu f a c t u r e r ’ s s p e c i ﬁ c a t i o n s. Quite often future costly repairs can be avoided. Regular servicing can also p r o l o n g t h e l i f e o f t h e e q u i p m e n t . I t p r o v i d e s t h e homeowner with peace of mind and some assuran c e t h a t t h e r e w i l l b e n o i n c o n v e n i e n t b r e a k d o w n in the middle of the night. All service is not the sa m e ; h o w e v e r , a n d c o s t s n e e d t o b e c o m p a r e d . I s the equipment being ‘vacuumed’ or actually ‘clean e d a n d s e r v i c e d ’ ? I s i t b e i n g d o n e b y q u a l i ﬁ e d , licensed technicians or not? This is an excellent tim e t o a r r a n g e f o r a n a p p o i n t m e n t t o e n s u r e t h a t your family will be comfortable when your equipme n t i s t u r n e d o n t h i s f a l l . houldIhavemyWhyshWhysh Heating & Air Co nditioning NANCY McKERAGHAN maintai regulatorybody(Tech Co ndi t I get headaches, pain in my jaw muscles and neck. Is this related to my teeth? How can I treat it? Yes, it is often related to your teeth. Many people clench or grind their teeth when t h e y sleep at night. This habit puts stress on the teeth an d m u s c l e s r e l a t e d t o c h e w i n g a n d t a l k i n g . It can be silent meaning a spouse or partner m a y n o t h e a r a n y s o u n d s c o m i n g f r o m y o u r mouth. Common symptoms for a person that clen c h e s o r g r i n d s a r e s o r e t e e t h , s e n s i t i v e t e e t h , headaches, muscle or jaw pain and even neck pain. If you ha v e a n y o f t h e s e s y m p t o m s y o u r dentist can help determine if grinding or clench i n g i s t h e c a u s e o f y o u r s y m p t o m s. Treatment for this habit can involve the fabrication of an applia n c e t h a t y o u w e a r a t n i g h t . P h y s i o t h e r a p y o f the jaw muscles may also relieve the symptom s. keep28rogers@rogers.com Iget headaches p aininmyjaw Famil y De ntist DR. NEAL MORTENSEN y ted t o y o u r t e e t h m KEEP 28 DENTAL CENTRE 17035 Yonge Street, Newmarket • 905-853-3728 keep28@rogers.com A D V I C E METROLAND DURHAM REGION MEDIA P R E S E N T S Expert PUT TRUST IN A LOCAL PROFESSIO N A L . . . T H E Y ’ R E H E R E T O H E L P YOU! 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The Provincial Women’s Hock- ey League team came up empty in a couple of close ones to open the playoffs on the week- end against the Strathroy-based Bluewater Hawks. Hosting the first two games of the best-of-five series, the Light- ning lost 2-1 in a shootout on Saturday, and were blanked 1-0 on Sunday afternoon. Both games were played at the Ajax Community Centre. “Goaltending on both sides was very good. Whether it was our shooters or their goaltending, they won,” said Lightning head coach Wayne McDonald in sum- ming up the weekend’s results. In the opening game of the series on Saturday night, Laura Horwood scored on the power play late in the second period on assists from Michelle Tanel and Kennedy Marchment to stake the Lightning to a 1-0 lead. That was evened just 3:16 into the third period by Bluewater. After a scoreless overtime, the shootout went four players deep before Jessica Wakefield of Blue- water finally beat Lightning net- minder Jackie Rochefort for the win. It was a similar start to last year’s playoffs when the Light- ning had two shootout games with Whitby in games two and three, splitting them. McDonald wasn’t a big fan of the format to decide the out- come of a playoff game last year, and nothing has changed this time around. “I can’t stand them,” he said. “I just think it’s unfortunate to fin- ish a game on a skills competi- tion.” The Lightning outshot Bluewa- ter 35-28 on the night. The following afternoon, a goal that deflected off the skate of Taylor Phillip of Bluewater in the second period was all that was needed for the 1-0 win. The Lightning didn’t get as many shots, firing only 21 at Bluewater’s Kayla Black, while Rochefort faced 31. McDonald noted that his club has done well at following the game plan, namely limiting Blue- water’s Rebecca Kohler and Cay- ley Mercer. Both players have experience with the national program, and finished tied for third in the league scoring race, both with 45 points. Mercer scored the lone regulation goal Saturday, and both were stopped in the shoot- out. Sunday, the duo assisted on the only goal of the game. Scoring on Black, a goaltender who played for Team Ontario, has been problematic. “Their goaltender is magical,” McDonald marvelled. “She’s stopping everything, so we have to get more traffic in front of her.” Because of the geographic dis- tance between the teams, Blue- water, as the higher seed (8th vs. 9th), got to choose whether to open with the first two games away from home and then host the final three of the series, or vice versa. They opted to start on the road, and are pegged to host games three, four and five, as required, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Lightning had a bet- ter record on the road during the regular season, winning 10 games as opposed to nine at home, and will have to draw from that this weekend if they have any intention of extending the series beyond a sweep. “If we win that first game, we’re right back in it,” said McDonald. PHoto By Peter redmen AJAX -- Taylor Edwards and Laura Horwood of the Durham West Lightning converged on loose puck in front of the Bluewater Hawks goal in Game 2 of the Provincial Women’s Hockey League playoffs. Bluewater won the first two games of the playoff series. Games three through five will be hosted by Bluewater. nCaa Jenn Wakefield’s heroics lead Boston to Frozen Four Senior captain from Pickering scores double overtime winner HYANNIS, MASS. -- Senior cap- tain Jenn Wakefield of Pickering tied the game with 7.3 seconds remaining in regulation and completed the comeback with a goal in double overtime to lift the No. 9 Boston University women’s hockey team past Providence, 2-1, to claim the program’s sec- ond WHEA championship on Sunday afternoon. BU clinched an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament and will face off against third-seeded Cornell on Saturday, March 10. The Terriers defeated Cornell, 4-1, in the Frozen Four last sea- son. It appeared as if Providence was going to hang on for the vic- tory when the Friars earned a power-play chance with just 1:34 remaining in regulation. However, Providence had a player pegged for interference 15 seconds later to even the playing field. With time ticking off the clock, Wakefield scored her first goal, the game’s equalizer, on a deflec- tion. In the second extra session, Wakefield slid the loose puck into the goal for the clincher. The Terriers have won both of their Hockey East titles in over- time. They are 2-2 all-time in the NCAA Tournament, including a 1-1 record in the NCAA quarter- finals. Off the ice, Wakefield received a little good news recently from Hockey Canada. She was one of 29 players, including 16 forwards to be named to the selection camp for the 2012 IIHF Women’s World Championships, which will be held in the United States. Wakefield will take part in the camp from March 26 to April 1 at Carleton University’s Ice House and the Ottawa Civic Centre. 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HigH scHool Triple overtime heartbreak for St. Mary Monarchs Defending champions knocked off in lossA final BrAD Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- You can’t accuse the Uxbridge Tigers of not earning the LOSSA senior boys’ AAA/AAAA hockey championship. Not only did they rally from a game down to the St. Mary Monarchs of Pickering in the best-of-three champi- onship series, they managed to erase a 1-0 deficit with 25 seconds to go in the third and deciding game, then won it in triple overtime on Monday afternoon at Don Beer Arena in Pickering. A turnover behind the net allowed Uxbridge’s Dylan Yates to feed Connor Evans in front, scoring into an empty net before St. Mary goaltender Stefan Lamanna could scramble back into the crease. The goal by Evans came from an unlikely source, considering he is the young- est player on the team. “He’s our one Grade 9,” said head coach Don Sim- monds afterward. “With var- sity hockey you don’t take many Grade 9s because you can use Grade 11 and 12s. We try and build the team for the future so we take some nines and 10s. “He really performed well and of course, they can get bumped around because they are a little younger, but he matured a lot this year.” The victory advances Uxbridge to the OFSAA provincial championships March 21-24 in Peterbor- ough. The loss ended a success- ful run for St. Mary, who won bronze at the 2010 OFSAA, and reached the quarter- finals last year after being pegged the No. 1 seed in the 16-team provincial tourna- ment. They appeared poised for a LOSSA repeat after winning the series opener 3-1 over Uxbridge, but were blanked 3-0 in the second game. In Monday’s deciding tilt, they carried a 1-0 lead on a sec- ond-period goal by Jeremy Davis late into the game. In fact, they went on the power play with 1:55 to go in the game, but couldn’t close it out. “You should be able to control the puck and run out the clock. Unfortunately we weren’t able to do that. Out of sheer will (Uxbridge) popped one and tied it up,” said St. Mary head coach Mike Dion. “We knew it was going to come down to a bounce and that’s what it came down to and it didn’t go our way.” St. Mary actually took a penalty of their own with 41 seconds to go in the game, evening it out to four on four. When Uxbridge pulled goal- tender Cody Northover for an extra attacker, it allowed Yates to deflect a Ryan Moser shot from the point to tie the game with just 25 seconds remaining. “That’s the type of team this is. They have a lot of heart,” said Simmonds. “A type of team like ours, it’s not a big school, so we take play- ers with a different skill set. Primarily, their heart is what overcomes those moments. “Today we just weren’t pre- pared to let it go. I’m proud of my players.” The overtime format included a five-minute, four on four for the first period, followed by a five-minute, three on three. It was in the second period of three-on- three overtime that Evans potted the series winner with 2:01 left. For St. Mary, as defending champions holding a lead in to the final minute of the deciding game, the loss was obviously disappointing. “Unless you finish the sea- son with a win, you’re dis- appointed no matter what,” said Dion. “As I said to the guys, we’re a better team today than we were when we got together in September, and we’re a better team than we were on Friday (in the 3-0 Game 2 loss) and that’s all we can ask. We couldn’t have asked anything more of our guys.” In the semifinals, Uxbridge beat Father Leo Austin, while St. Mary got by Pickering to set up the final between the two. JAson lieBregts / MetrolAnD PICKERING -- Uxbridge’s Daniel Butchart battled for the puck with Nick Bucciardi of St. Mary in LOSSA championship action at Don Beer Arena. oHl Generals create breathing room in Eastern playoff race Boone Jenner’s return sparks oshawa in two big wins sHAwn cAyley scayley@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- For the first time in a while, the Oshawa Generals have a little bit of breathing room when it comes to their standing in the OHL’s Eastern Confer- ence. After a weekend that fea- tured the return of captain Boone Jenner to the line- up -- and more important- ly a couple of huge victo- ries over the Barrie Colts and London Knights -- the Generals head into the final stretch alone in sixth place in the conference stand- ings, one point up on the seventh and eighth and five up on the almost dead-in- the-water Peterborough Petes, who occupy ninth. Not a bad result for the Generals considering how the weekend started. On the road in London Friday, Oshawa came out on the wrong end of a 7-2 decision in front of more than 9,000 at the John Labatt Centre, not to mention all the view- ers who turned into Sports- net for the nationally tele- vised game. While a result like that would generally be enough to bury a team slated to play three games in less than 48 hours, the Gener- als went the other way with it, instead using it as a les- son, according to coach Gary Agnew. The evidence to support that lies in the fact they went out Satur- day night and stomped the Barrie Colts 5-1 before returning home Sunday and exacting a measure of revenge on the visiting Knights in a 4-1 final. “The game in London actually helped us for the game in Barrie,” Agnew explained. “London plays at such a high level. They are so fast and so skilled, we had to up our game. 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Rates hard to beat - See website: www.kellettauctions.fcwhost.com/web MacGREGOR AUCTIONS Sunday March 11, 2012 -- 9:30 am Auction features: Antiques, Furniture, Gramaphones, Royal Doultans, Art & Ltd Ed. Prints, Coins, Quality Glass & China, Collectibles from Past to Present. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C & Interac (10% buyers premium) see: www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com MacGREGOR AUCTIONSLocated in Orono at Silvanus Gardens. Take 115/35 Hwy to Orono, Exit at Main St. (Exit 17).Follow signs to Mill Pond Rd.905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 WATSON, John Wesley - Passed away peacefully on March 4, 2012 at Community Care Nursing Home, Port Perry on the day of his 80th birthday. Beloved husband of Doris Watson of Brooklin. Cherished Father of Valerie Smith (Fitz), Donna (Bob) Horton, David Watson, Lori Watson (Iain), Paul (Jasmine) Watson , Peter (Kathy) Watson. Loving Grampa of Jennifer (Chris), Tyler, Danielle, Bryan, Alex, Melissa, Brianna, Carter, Hannah and Paige. Cherished Great-Grampa of Tyler, Justin and Kyle. John will be fondly remembered by his many extended family members and friends. Family and friends will be received at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, (5295 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby, 905-655-3662) for visitation on Thursday March 8th, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A service honouring John's life will be held in Barnes Chapel Friday March 9th at 1:00 p.m. followed by an interment at Thornton Cemetery, Oshawa. The family wish to invite all who are able to join them at the family home in Brooklin for a celebration of life following the interment service. If desired, memorial donations may be directed to The Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences may be made through www.barnesmemorialfuneralhome.com ARMSTRONG, Janet Leigh (Jane) - Peace- fully, after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Monday, March 5, 2012. Jane was born and raised in Ajax and taught with the Durham District Public School Board. She was predeceased by her parents, Hart and Jean Armstrong (nee Polak) and is survived by her brother Hart Armstrong (Terri) and nieces Jeni (Pelayo) and Megan. She will be missed by her family, her many cousins and relatives and by her several very close friends who have been most loyal, supportive and helpful. For those wishing to pay respects, a visitation will be held at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 905-428-8488 on Satur- day, March 10, 2012 from 2 - 5 pm. Crema- tion has occurred and the family will have a private interment in the days following. If desired, memorial donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the charity of your choice. A Guest Book may be signed on-line at www.mceachniefuneral.ca PUBLIC AUCTION SALE Over 1,000 items, typical sale offering: JUST ARRIVED APPLE IPAD 2! Sat., Mar. 10 - 1:pm, Preview 12: Noon Claremont Community Centre 4840 Old Brock Rd. Claremont, Ontario Items arriving daily from: Complete & Partial Mixed Estates * Storage Locker Contents * Major Department Store Vendor Returns * Misguided Freight * Unclaimed Items * Coin Collec- tions * Importers Clearances * Liquidation Inventories * Household Contents * Art Galleries * Furniture Manufacturers * Estate Managers * Inventory Solution Specialists *Art *Jewellery *Estate coins & bank notes *Collectibles *Furniture *Electronics *Bedding *Estate items *Home decor *Giftware Information, terms, details & photos at: www.auctioneer.ca AUCTION DEPOT CANADA BRIGHTON ESTATE AUCTIONS Antique & Collector's Auction Sunday, March 11 - Preview 9:30 a.m. Auction 11:00 a.m. A large auction of antiques and collectables to include large collection of Antique Music Books; large collection of vintage Teddy Bears & related items; Moorcroft; numerous Royal Doulton Figures; Portrait Plates; Crystal; Stemware; China; Sterling; Silver Plate; large lot of Estate Jewellery; Books; Royal Crown Derby Imari; Dinner Sets; Oriental Items; Ivories & Ceramics: Numerous Prints, Paintings and Water- colours; small selection of Furniture; Oriental Carpets. GIANT HALF PRICE Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 a.m. David Simmons: Auctioneer & Appraiser Looking for quality estates or single items for upcoming auctions www.brightonestateauctions.com Phone 1-613-475-6223 101 Applewood Drive, Brighton, Ont. K0K 1H0 Waddingtons.ca/Cobourg Specialty Art & General Estate Auction 9 Elgin Street East, Cobourg, ON Saturday, March 10, 2012 Preview @ 9:00 a.m. Auction starting at 10:00 a.m. Specialty art to include works by: Manly MacDonald, Jack Lee MacLean, Leonard Brooks, David Geoffrey Armstrong, Graham Norwell, Peter Haworth, John Graham Coughtry, Nicolas Hornyanski, G.Drummond Fish, Alexander Ballingall, W.E. Atkinson & many more & local artists Jane Ruff & Callie Groom. General estate to include: 3 piece sterling tea set, Chinese jade, Moser crystal, Daum glass, ivory carvings, wall scrolls, hardstone trees, ground baluster vase, Royal Copenhagen, sterling purse & flatware, art glass, Beswick, Asian ceramics, Ancestral by Minton, Royal Crown Derby ceramics, English pottery, Royal Doulton figures, gilt mirrors, barley twist table & chairs, carriage clock, inlaid smokers box, rush seat ladder back chairs, dining suites, mirrored armoir, Willamsburg Kittinger table & silver chest, buffets, Ethan Allen grandfather clock, sofas, hand knotted rugs & much more. Watch the website for updates & photos. For further details contact us at 905-373-0501 or pn@waddingtons.ca Canteen operated by Frenchie's Deli. Tel: 905.373.0501 Toll Free: 1.855.503.2963 Fax: 905.373.1467 Email: pn@waddingtons.ca 9 Elgin Street East, Unit 6, Cobourg, ON K9A 0A1 WEDNESDAY, March 14th • 4:30pm H A U C T I O N S A L E H of Furniture, Antiques & Collectibles and 2009 Pontiac G6 4 Door Sedan from a Port Perry Home, Selling at NEIL BACON AUCTIONS Ltd, 1 km. West of Utica To Include: Dining room suite, chesterfield suite, rugs, apt size freezer, book shelves, queen bed, tables, chests, lamps, jewelry, large quantity of collectables and glassware, 2009 Pontiac G6 4 door sedan with 92000 km certified, e-tested (like new), plus many other interesting items. Note: 2009 Pontiac G6 is in immaculate con- dition, all highway miles and is being sold as owner has been given a company car. Sale Managed and Sold by: NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD.905-985-1068 HAYDON AUCTION BARN Midway between Bowmanville & Blackstock, just east of Durham #57Rare Coin & Currency AuctionSunday March 11th - 12 Noon Viewing from 10:30 a.m. Over 250 Lots of Gold, Silver, Paper Money, Certified Coins, Notes, Tokens & More. Highlights include a 1948 Canadian Silver $1 (AU55), 1938 Canadian Silver Dollar (MS62), 1894 Canada Silver 5 Cents (EF45) and Lots More. Items to Satisfy both the Novice and Advanced Collector. See Website for Photos and Full Detailswww.haydonauctionbarn.com 2498 Concession Rd. 8, Haydon Rod Smith - Auctioneer (905) 263-4402 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Book your upcoming sale NOW!! With Our Computerized Auction Service and Over 55 Years Combined Experience.Estates, Farm, Business Liquidation.... or anything in between, big or small, we would appreciate a call! 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