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But the company says it is well aware of the benchmarks used in the energy board report, and is already taking steps to improve perfor- mance. The energy board regulates the prices paid to OPG for its nuclear output, and for power generated from its biggest hydro-electric sta- tions. The latest report, by Power Advisory LLC, flays the performance of both Pickering sta- tions A and B. Pickering B has four operat- ing units; Pickering A has two operating units with two in mothballs. Power Advisory notes the findings of a report previously filed by another consulting firm that “the Pickering A and B plants have among the worst, and on some measures the worst, operating measures” among nuclear generating stations worldwide. The performance by the units at OPG’s Dar- lington nuclear station is much better, the report says -- “consistently above the medi- an.” Darlington is about 20 years newer than the Pickering stations. All the OPG plants score well on safety. But the Pickering plants’ operating perfor- mance is so low that it drags OPG to the back of the pack when compared with other com- panies that operate nuclear plants. For example, on a key reliability measure that tracks nuclear units’ overall capability, OPG ranks 18th out of 20. And measuring generating cost per mega- watt hour, OPG ranked as the most expensive operator among its peers. It wasn’t even close to mid-level perfor- mance on the latter measure. Pickering A’s cost per megawatt hour was close to triple the industry median. Pickering B’s costs were nearly double the industry standard. Part of Pickering’s high cost is structural: It has relatively small reactors, which by their nature are more expensive to operate. But Power Advisory also notes previous studies that show OPG’s staffing levels and costs are greater than those of other nuclear operators. The energy board, which regulates the price OPG receives for the output of its nucle- ar plants, chopped $90 million from OPG’s permitted revenue over the past two years because of high staffing costs. And the Pickering units are forced out of service far more often than their peers. One key measure for nuclear plants is their “forced loss rate.” That’s the amount of power a plant is unable to produce because of unplanned shutdowns. Pickering’s A units had a forced loss rate of 37.9 per cent over two years in 2009-10; Pickering B’s rate was 18.2 per cent. The median performance for North Ameri- can reactors was less than 2 per cent. Ted Gruetzner, a spokesman for OPG, said the company has been working to improve performance, and results are already show- ing. For example, he said the forced loss rate for Pickering A was 22.8 per cent last year; for Pickering B it was 5.4 per cent. One of the Pickering units that had contrib- uted to the poor results cited by the report was one of the world’s top-10 performing Candu units last year, Mr. Gruetzner said. OPG has also reduced staff in its nuclear division through attrition by 500 people over the past several years. “There is progress being made, but obviously still work to do,” he said. Mr. Gruetzner noted that OPG has forged a nuclear business plan, looking for- ward to 2014, to address the problem areas. The Power Advisory report acknowledg- es the plan, saying that if OPG achieves the plan’s goals it will chalk up a “significant improvement.” Going forward, Power Advisory recom- mends basing OPG’s payments for nuclear power on its ability to improve performance. “Effectively, in this option the future price will depend not on the actual costs in future years, but on the cost that would result if OPG achieves reasonable efficiency targets in future years,” it recommends. The Pickering nuclear units are coming to the end of their expected life, but OPG is working to extend their shutdown dates past 2020. That will allow them to operate while the Darlington nuclear station goes through a mid-life overhaul, starting in 2015 or 2016. The Darlington units will undergo periodic shutdowns during the project, which is likely to last until 2023. eNerGy Pickering nuclear units among the most expensive, least reliable in the world 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 y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 5 AP make sure she knows they’re endless. At Trafalgar Castle School, our goal is to lay the foundation for your daughter’s future, and give her the tools to carve out her own destiny. We offer an unparalleled curriculum delivered in an atmosphere of support from her teachers and peers alike. 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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& 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 y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 6 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 Pickering residents can help shape city’s future Pickering residents have some clear ideas about the future of their communi- ty’s downtown core. In recent open houses organized by councillors and staff, city residents were invited to turn out and share their vision for Pickering’s future. They came armed with excellent ideas -- everything from a convention centre and hotel, to an arts centre and a second pedestrian bridge crossing Hwy. 401. The events provided a glimpse into the direction Pickering is headed in terms of future developments and a clear sense of the sort of community residents would like to see their political leaders build. It is precisely this sort of public interaction and participation that must continue if a more livable, more workable Pickering of tomorrow is to take shape. Some of the amenities proposed -- a convention centre, an arts centre, a new hotel -- should become a part of Picker- ing’s future cityscape. As the City con- tinues to mature, such facilities will serve residents well. But it is also true that intensification must be an impor- tant component of that future. High-rise developments in proximity to, for exam- ple, the GO Transit commuter rail line will be required and will help reduce the demand and impact of urban sprawl. Some of the other suggestions on offer from members of the public, meanwhile, include such important urban ame- nities as improved hiking and cycling trails, greenspace development, and an enhanced Esplanade Park to provide a visually appealing focal point for city res- idents. All of these must be considered as City planners and politicians begin add- ing detail to the long-term vision plan. Pickering is already an appealing and well-managed community. Its residents are engaged and active. Its political lead- ers -- and everyday citizens -- must be credited for taking the long view, for working in tandem, and for allowing an opportunity for respectful debate and discussion. We encourage more citizens to become involved in this initiative and others. The downtown core will further define Can- ada’s first Millennium City as the years pass by. Share your thoughts and ideas. Engage with your local council representative in this unique opportunity for residents to actively influence the community in which they want to live. Do have a vision for the future of Pickering? Express it, share it and work with it today in a bid to create something better for tomorrow. Everyone’s got a trick for dealing with traffic on the long weekend. There are the early birds who try to set out before everyone else to avoid the jams. There are the back roaders who would rather take a longer scenic route than sit in bumper-to-bumper traffic. There are the weavers who constantly pass to the right and the left just to get a leg up on their fellow drivers. And then of course there are the folks who turn up the radio and resign them- selves to taking the extra time to get out of the city. If it’s the Friday before the long weekend and you’re trying to get through Whitby or you’ve hit that point where the 401 goes from three lanes to two in the Cobourg area, that last option may be your best bet. Smartphone users don’t have to guess about road congestion, they simply have to pop open their Google Maps app and click on the traffic button. Available since 2009 in Canada, the fea- ture colour codes roads in red, yellow or green depending on traffic volume. The app works by using crowd sourcing. Basically, smartphones have GPS built into them so that they can determine where the user is for a whole host of loca- tion-related apps. This allows things like using “my current location” as a starting point when plotting journeys on the maps app and it allows Facebook to determine where you are when you’re checking in at a restaurant. The Google program sends little bits of anonymous data to the company from each user on how fast they’re travelling and where. The data from thousands of users is then combined to paint a picture of traffic on a given road. When there are lots of drivers with lots of cellphones on the roads, the data is particularly accu- rate. There are a couple of reasons why this is so useful to drivers. The obvious is that it lets us choose roads with lower volumes and better traf- fic. But it also lets us know how long a traffic backup is. At times the red mark that indicates slow traffic is just a short strip on a line of green, indicating that it’s an accident and once you’re past it, it’s smooth sailing. In that case it might not be worth the time to get off the highway and hit the back roads. Personally, I like that it allows me to plan rest stops. If I know I’m going to hit a patch of bad traffic, I’ll hit up the service station for a Tim’s before I get stuck. For me, the ability of smartphones to tell me the state of traffic makes them a much better choice for the road than a GPS unit which simply gives me directions. But of course there’s one caveat. Telling a police officer you were just checking traffic won’t get you out of a tick- et for using a cellphone while driving. If you’re going to use the traffic features on a smartphone, set it up so it’s mounted on the dash and ready to go and requires no more than a quick tap to call up the information. Or rely on a passenger to navigate. -- Reka Szekely’s social media column appears every Thursday in this space. Contact her on Facebook, Twitter (@rszekely) or e-mail at rszekely@durhamregion.com Reka Szekely Using smartphones to help beat long weekend traffic 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 y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 7 P BROCK ROAD AND 401 PICKERING MAINTENANCESERVICES CASTROL GTXOIL CHANGE ALIGNMENT •Tr ans Fluid Service •Fuel System Service •Coolant Exchange •Power Steering Exchange •Brake Fluid Exchange •Up To 5 Litres Castrol GTX Oil •Motomaster Oil Filter •Check Fluids •Check Tires •Set Tire Pressure *Some restrictions apply -$3.59 waste fee extra WHEN PURCHASING 2 OR MORETIRES $1500 OFF $3499*$2000 OFF AU TO SERVICE •AU TO SERVICE •AU TO SERVICE 25% OFF SELECT TIRES MON-FRI 7:30AM - 8:00PM SATURDAY 7:30-6 • SUNDAY 9-6 905-686-2309 election campaign Pickering councillor overspent, improperly reported expenses, says auditor’s report moya Dillon mdillon@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- The election campaign finances of Councillor Doug Dickerson have been scrutinized and an audit report says the Pickering politician overspent and improp- erly reported expenses. The municipal election compliance audit, released May 15, highlights several issues with the councillor’s filing of expenses. “The financial statement filed with the clerk’s office did not disclose the receipt or refund of certain contributions made, the receipt of ineligible contributions, or dis- close inventories on hand at the beginning and end of the campaign period, omitted certain expenses and included expenditures that are not expenses for the purposes of the (Municipal Elections Act,)” wrote William Molson, the chartered accountant who con- ducted the audit, in the introduction to the document. Coun. Dickerson did not respond to sev- eral calls and e-mails for comment on the report. Previously, Coun. Dickerson has argued that flaws in the Act made it hard for him to determine the time frame of the election period, with one section stating it runs from the day a candidate is nominated to Dec. 31 of an election year, while another section states it ends on election day. The politician, who was re-elected City councillor Ward 2 in the 2010 municipal election, was in his 13th election campaign since 1976. The report noted that Coun. Dickerson “by his own admission is experi- enced and knowledgable about how to run a campaign, the cost of a campaign and appli- cable legislation.” Had those contributions and expenses been properly reported, Mr. Molson found, campaign expenses would have exceeded the permitted spending limit of $19,154 by $15,015, resulting in a surplus of $12,830. The 2010 election was the first election where candidates were legally required to pay any surplus back to the City, rather than holding onto leftover money for future campaigns. The audit found that $14,594 for alcohol, listed as an election day party expense, was in contravention of the act since the goods were not used in the campaign. In an inter- view with auditors, Coun. Dickerson notes that six of the 288 bottles of liquor purchased were given to the Italian Club and to the Rouge Valley Health System for MRI fund- raising efforts, and that he retained the rest. Another large expense listed under salaries and benefits, $11,050 that was paid to Coun. Dickerson’s spouse and campaign manager Jo-Ann Kerr, was also scrutinized. Although a survey of 53 municipal candidates through- out Durham found an average cost of $1,501 reported for the same category, the report notes it cannot label the expense a contra- vention because the Act simply states that such expenses be “reasonable,” rather than giving a monetary limit. The report also describes a “diversion of surplus,” noting the campaign reported a deficit of $1,014 although the campaign had enough money to pay all expenses by Sep- tember 2010, and that a further $26,261 in contributions were accepted after that date. It also notes that without the alcohol expense and the payment to Ms. Kerr, the campaign would have had a surplus of $24,630. “The Act may not specifically require that expenses be logically defensible or rea- sonable, and the payment of the $11,050 may qualify as an expense,” the report stat- ed. “However, the expenditure on alcohol appears not to be a campaign expense and has the effect of diverting to the candidate a surplus otherwise payable to the clerk.” The audit was ordered by Pickering’s Com- pliance Audit Committee in May 2011 after three complainants submitted requests for an audit. An appeal of the decision by Coun. Dickerson was rejected by a judge in Decem- ber 2011. Ian Cumming, one of the complainants, said he “could not be more pleased with the auditor’s report” and is “cautiously optimis- tic about what will happen at the City level. “Never before have we had a situation where surplus money was to be handed back to the City,” he explained. “I’m sure whatever money there was wouldn’t make a big impact on the City budget, but it’s still money that belongs to the City of Pickering. I think it’s more than clear that he contra- vened the Act.” The Compliance Audit Committee will meet within the next two weeks to make recommendations based on the report. If it finds Coun. Dickerson was in contravention of the Act, the committee can vote to have him removed from office or recommend he face legal action. Because this is an independent process, Pickering city staff and councillors, other than Coun. Dickerson, cannot comment. 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It’s easy to bond with creatures so darling you want to pick them up and squeeze them. That’s how lots of people feel about the baby owls in Thickson’s Woods. The first owlets to survive to toddlerhood there in three years, they’re likely the most famous, most photographed birds in Durham Region. Great horned owls are the first birds to nest each year, court- ing in January, incubating their two eggs in February, then tend- ing and feeding, warming and watching over their hatchlings, which, like a lot of birds, aren’t at all cute when they start out. In the past few weeks the hatchlings in Thickson’s have morphed from weak, awkward tots rarely visible over the edge of the nest, to foot-high towers of tawny fluff sitting erect on a branch high in an old-growth white pine. Even with fierce protectors for parents, they face many dangers, from possible attack by crows and Cooper’s hawks, to dogs and coyotes if they tumble from the nest before they’re able to fly. Which many do. The owlets in Thickson’s sur- vived the terrible storm of March 3, when powerful winds rocked the towering pines, breaking limbs and sending three or four sagging into the arms of others nearby. Fears for the fate of the owl family turned to relief when someone reported seeing grey fluff and movement in an old squirrel nest on a lower limb of a pine, less likely to be shaken in a storm. The owl parents chose wisely. And then the firstborn baby went missing. Bigger and stron- ger than its sibling, it climbed out of the nest onto a pine branch one evening at dusk and, overnight, disappeared. No tawny, fluffy feathers were ever found, but worried visitors started watching the second owlet with ever great- er concern. Until a happy report two weeks later: someone said they’d seen two babies tucked high in the pines that day, each with an adult perched protec- tively nearby. No question, we should bother all nesting birds as little as pos- sible. Every minute an adult owl spends checking out a human intruder -- especially one invad- ing its peace for that perfect pho- tograph -- is one it could have spent teaching its young to preen new feathers, sun itself or climb safely from limb to limb. Which is the great thing about webcams focused on nests: we get a close-up look at a fascinat- ing life process without stress- ing or endangering the babies or their parents. For a world of cute, check out the great blue her- ons online at www.livestream. com;cornellherons, and baby falcons at www.peregrine-foun- dation.ca. Nature queries: mcarney@ interlinks.net or 905-725-2116 -- 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. Animal lovers unite to aid two charities Kristen CAlis kcalis@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- A fan of walking long distances, I was quick to jump on board to take part in a trek from Ajax to Oshawa this past Saturday to support a couple of worthy pet charities. Durham friends and animal lovers Michelle Lavigne and Stacey Chap- pell organized the 3 Cities, 2 Chari- ties, 1 Cause walkathon to support the Humane Society of Durham Region and Urban Cat Relief. This first walk of hopefully more to come may have been small but it sure was mighty. Northumberland News managing editor Crystal Crimi and I, a group of animal lovers and even a couple furry friends, set off from Lakeridge Road and Hwy. 2 in Ajax and made the journey toward Thornton Road and King Street in Oshawa, with numerous rest stops thanks to vol- unteers equipped with water bot- tles to keep us happy. Some local vendors set up shop at the end, sell- ing their goods with proceeds to support the walk. Everyone put in an amazing effort and the gorgeous weather and bond of animal love kept the vibe positive the entire way. But the true heroes were a couple of canine supporters, Marley and Rosie, who came along with their owner, professional dog walker Alyssia Baksh. They put in a solid effort and certainly added to the fun. Marley made it well into Whitby before getting a ride in a car, and Rosie walked from start to fin- ish. Along the way I was able to chat with new people, hear some great animal stories and discuss some important issues surrounding pets, all while getting a great workout. Please keep an eye out for the walk next year and consider taking part. It was great to see a walk just in its beginning stage, and I only expect to see it grow in years to come. I loved participating in this so much that I wanted to let local pet charities know I’d be glad to take part in upcoming fundraisiers if I’m available. I’m really good at begging peo- ple for money to support a worthy cause -- just ask around our office here at Metroland Media Group Durham Region Division -- and I love to meet fellow animal lovers. Feel free to send me an e-mail to let me know about your upcoming fundraisers. UPCOMinG Sinful Inflictions Custom Tattoos presents the Art Fusion Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Durham Region on Sunday, May 27 from noon to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to this event for animal and art lovers that will include a silent auction, live music and plenty of food at 108 Dundas St W. in Whitby. Call 905-430-9840 for details. The Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary is asking the public to bring their wine, liquor bottles and beer cans to the sanctuary on Saturday, June 2. The proceeds will help support the homeless and neglected cats at the shelter. It’s located at 2060 Conces- sion Rd. 7 in Pickering. Call 905-649-8282 for more information. Your pet can be a star in the Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary’s 2013 calen- dar. Simply snap a picture of your beloved pet and e-mail it to scwscalendar@hot- mail.com or mail a CD containing the pic- ture to Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary, 2060 Concession Rd. 7., Pickering, ON., L1Y 1A2. Include the name of your pet(s) and contact information. Upon receipt, you’ll get a confirmation number. Then send a cheque for $10 to the address listed above with the confirmation number in the notation by June 30. MARgARet CARney Thickson’s Woods owlets making tentative first steps Adopt-a-pet WHItBy -- Zeus is a six-year-old male Australian shepherd mix who was brought to the shelter on May 11 after being aban- doned by his owner. He’s gen- tle, sweet, good with children, and he walks well on a leash. Zeus would be a great family dog. 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 Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com Join the conversation durhamregion.typepad.com/kristens_kritters @Kristen’s KrittersKristen’s Kritters Weekend crusade for critters DURHAM -- Marley took a break and a big drink of water during the 3 Cities, 2 Charities, 1 Cause walk. this pooch and his sister Rosie participated in the walk to support the Humane Society of Durham Region and Urban Cat Relief. 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Smart phones, ID, cash being stolen DURHAM -- Police are warning patrons of fitness facilities to be careful following a rash of thefts. Durham Regional Police report unknown suspects are entering men’s, women’s and family change rooms at facilities, cutting off or bypassing locks on lockers. There have also been report- ed thefts from lockers that didn’t have a lock. The most common item being stolen is smart phone devices, while identification and cash are also being pilfered. Sites where thefts have occurred include the Legends Centre in Oshawa and the Pickering Recreation Complex. People should remain vigilant with valuables and police suggest items should not be stored in lockers, but either left at home or out of view in locked vehicles. Any suspicious activity should be report- ed immediately to people in authority at the sites. Anyone with more information is asked to contact Det. Dave Mason of the West Division Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 2541. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.dur- hamregionalcrimestoppers.ca. crIme Durham police warn of thefts at fitness centres 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 y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 15 AP Enjoy the Vi ctoria Day We ekend PLEASE DON’T DRIVE IMPAIRED www.madd-durham.com 905-576-7473 or info@madd-durham.com Call 911 if you suspect an impaired driver Annual General Meeting Tu esday,June 5, 2012 at 7:30pm Become a volunteer, member and/or supporter today! Board of Director positions available - see our website for more information WishingYou ASafe HolidaySeason! Help Make Our Roads Safe REPORT UNSAFE & AGGRESSIVE DRIVERS www.ajaxpickeringroadwatch.com 2007Diamond rrs Yo ur City ...Yo ur Ta xi Durham Rapid Ta xi 24 hr. 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The police website is littered with press releases describing motor vehicle tra- gedies, and I hope that you contemplate a sense of urgency as I urge you to better prepare this holiday week- end. For many, it will be the first chance of the season to get away, recharge and relax. I expect preparations are well underway as you contemplate negotiating through the increased traffic that will be present on our high- ways. Food and beverage lists, fuel and timings have been probably made, yet I wonder if those same discus- sions include plans of how you will get there and home safely. Will you wear your seatbelt? Will you race there or leave a little extra time so when you do arrive safely you’re relaxed? If you have been drinking, will you use public transit; hire a cab or driving service? Will you be the designated driver who ensures no one else operates a car or boat drunk? Will you call 911 if you witness or suspect an impaired driver? Only as a community of active participants can we make Durham Region safe for people to live, work and play. Together we can make a difference, so do your part, and drive smart. The life you save may be your own! Sergeant Kennaley has been a member of the Durham Regional Police for 22 years. If you have any questions or require more information, E-mail him at 777@drps.ca Road Safety, Lets Get To It! Brad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com durhamregion.com facebook.com/sportsdurhamregion twitter.com/scnewsdurhamSports 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 y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 16 AP Football Ahlstedt hits world stage Defensive back named to team Canada U19 roster for IFaF championships Shawn Cayley scayley@durhamregion.com BROOKLIN -- It’s been quite a year on the gridiron for Keldyn Ahlstedt. His run of success stretches back to last fall when Ahlstedt helped lead Whitby’s Don- ald A. Wilson Gators to their first Metro Bowl title. It’s continued in a big way this spring with his recruitment to play defensive back at McMaster University and his inclusion on the 45-man Team Canada roster for the IFAF U-19 world championships, which are being held this summer in Austin, Texas. Being named to the roster is the most recent of accomplishments for Ahlstedt and one that came as quite a surprise to the talented young athlete. Having competed in a tryout phase for the team a few weeks prior, Ahlstedt was eating breakfast in St. Catharines with his family recently when a call from a blocked number come through on his cell phone. While the immediate reaction in most cases would be to let the call go through to voice mail, Ahlst- edt chose to answer it. Good call. “I picked it up and it was coach Noel Thor- pe and he informed me that I had made the team,” Ahlstedt, the long-time club player at various levels with the Ajax-Pickering Dol- phins program, recalls. “I was shocked. I had been waiting five weeks and honestly I had thought that I might have not made it. I kind of gave up on it and then I got the call. It was joy afterward when I hung up and told my parents and my whole family that was there.” More than 400 players from across Canada attended different regional tryouts in attempt to earn a roster spot. Ahlstedt says the opportunity to represent his country will be something to savour. “To play for Team Canada, it’s huge. You hear about it with hockey and the U19s and I take this as a great honour just as the hockey players would in playing for their country. I get to do that for my sport. It’s a tremendous honour,” he explains. It’s also an honour, he says, to get the chance to play at McMaster. Ahlstedt was announced earlier this spring as part of the incoming class of Marauders this fall. The goal there for the Brooklin resident will be to get the gear on, gain a starting position and help the team in any way possible by making an immediate impact. Ahlstedt knows though that nothing is a given, and he’ll have to work for every second he gets to spend on the field. “Knowing that I am a rookie, I’ll be working my tail off to not only gain the respect of the coaches, but the players as well. Hopefully I’ll earn my place there and have a starting posi- tion, but in any way, shape or form that I can contribute to the team, I am willing to do.” In the bigger picture, between McMas- ter and his spot on the U19 team, Ahlstedt hopes his current success will help ensure a long-term future in the game he has grown to love. “I want to go pro. That’s the ultimate goal and these teams, the junior national team, that will help me hopefully get some expo- sure both in Canada and also in the States as well,” he says. “This will all help me achieve the bigger goal of being a professional.” Football ajax’s Foster re-ups with b.C. lions VANCOUVER -- Akeem Foster will be back with the B.C. Lions after the Canadian Football League club announced earlier this week that the Ajax native has signed a contract exten- sion. Originally drafted by the Lions in 2010 (4th round, 25th overall), Fos- ter has appeared in 24 regular season games entering his third campaign with the club. After dressing for eight games in 2010 and seeing action primarily on special teams, he became a regular in the Leos’ starting offensive lineup in 2011. “Akeem continues to develop as a receiver and gives us some very good depth at the position,” Lions vice-presi- dent of football operations and general manager Wally Buono said in a press release. Foster notched his first pro catch as well as his first touchdown against the Montreal Alouettes in the opening week of action last year and finished the season with 33 receptions for 593 yards and six touchdowns. He posted a career high of eight catches for 144 yards against the Toron- to Argonauts in September and also hauled in a 12-yard reception in last year’s Grey Cup win over Winnipeg. RUgby armstrong and the ontario blues knock off Uruguay AJAX -- The Ontario Blues finished their tour of South America on a high note Sunday, defeating the Uruguayan national team 27-16. Playing at the Montevideo Cricket Club, which is one of the oldest rugby clubs in the world, and the oldest in South America, Ontario took a 10-3 lead over Uruguay just 20 minutes in. Allowed to play their game from that point on, Ontario held a 10-6 lead at half, before adding another try early in the second to go up by 11. By the 55th minute it looked as though Ontario was going to run away with things, scoring another try to take a 24-6 lead. Down to 13 men with two having been sent off the field, Ontario surren- dered a pair of unconverted tries that sandwiched three points scored of their own to make the final. Whitby native Kyle Armstrong, a member of the Ajax Wanders Rugby Club, played in all three games for Ontario on the tour, helping the Blues to a 2-1 mark. Ryan PFeIFFeR / MetRolanD BROOKLIN -- Keldyn Ahlstedt of the Ajax-Pickering Dolphins was named to Team Canada’s U19 roster for the IFAF world football championships. He played for the 2011 Metro Bowl- winning Wilson Gators and will play in the fall for McMaster University. MotoRSPoRtS Victoria Day SpeedFest opens Mosport BOWMANVILLE -- The Victoria Day long weekend means one thing and one thing only for auto racing fans in Durham Region: a new season is here. The NASCAR Canadian Tire Series kicks off the race season Sunday at the Canadi- an Tire Motorsport Park (previously Mos- port International Speedway) as part of the Victoria Day SpeedFest Weekend presented by Castrol Edge. In addition to world-class auto racing, the weekend program includes camping, fireworks, live bands, carnival games and more. In addition to the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series opener, the Vortex Brake Pads 200 (Sunday at 1:30 p.m.), there will be two races each in the Canadian Touring Car champi- onship, the F1000 championship, and the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge. The weekend wraps up with the SCCA Pro Racing Trans Am Race beginning at 4:15 p.m. Sunday. 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 y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 17 AP THE R E G I O N OF D U R H A M B USINESS C O U N T This summer, the Region’s Business Count team is visiting each and every business establishment in Durham to collect employment information.The data gathered about your business will be used: COUNT YOUR BUSINESS IN For more information,or to complete the survey online,please visit www.durham.ca/businesscount or call 1-800-372-1102 ext 2698. To provide a reliable business directory. To monitor local economic trends. To analyze and promote local business sectors. To plan for growth. DurhamParent.com has created a newwebsiteto better suit your needs. With better navigation and social media buttons,it’s good to share! Launching in May!“Like”us today and get connected tocontests, sneak peeks and so much more! www.durhamparent.com 24/7 LocaL breaking news, sports, photos, video and weather >> For breaking news and views F rom across durham visiit our twitter Feed >> ne w s d u r h a m Hockey Barclay advances to semis at Royal Bank Cup Disappointing end, but great memories, with Soo Thunderbirds BraD kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- The end wasn’t the way Kris Barclay would have liked it scripted, but how the story unfold- ed was “the experience of a life- time.” That was how the 20 year old from Ajax described his final year of junior hockey, a run that lasted into May as his Soo Thunderbirds advanced all the way to the semifi- nals at the Royal Bank Cup nation- al junior championship before bowing out. “It was the experience of a life- time, no doubt about it,” said Bar- clay as he was riding home from the airport after returning from Humboldt, Saskatchewan. “The people of Humboldt are so accept- ing. Everything was so well orga- nized and well prepared. It was a pleasure to be there.” The tournament started and ended against the same team, but with different results. The Soo pulled off quite a coup in the first game of the round robin, opening with a 2-1 victory over Penticton, considered to be the pre-tournament favourites of the five teams. “To get there and to win our first game, especially against Penticton who were one of the favourites of the tournament, that was huge for us to get the ball rolling,” he said. In the longest game of the tour- nament, the Soo lost a heartbreak- er in double overtime, 4-3 to Por- tage, followed by a 3-0 loss to the host Humboldt. Needing a win in the final game against Woodstock to advance to the semifinals, Barclay and his teammates pulled together for a 7-4 victory. “Our team is such a character team. We are such a close group that whenever our backs are against the wall, we get closer,” said Barclay. The semifinals provided a rematch with Penticton, but this time the result was reversed, as the Soo were blanked 3-0. Ironically, Penticton beat Wood- stock 4-3 in the national champi- onship game. In the round robin, the Soo put up victories against both finalists. All in all, after getting traded by the Pickering Panthers to the Soo at the deadline in January, every- thing worked out just fine for Bar- clay. “I have no regrets about going to Sault Ste. Marie and the way the season ended,” he said. “Yeah, sure, you would love to play on Sunday in the final game and any- thing can happen. But winning the provincial championship, the Dudley Hewitt Cup and then get- ting a chance to play in the Royal Bank Cup with such a great group of guys, it was unforgettable. “Losing was one of the worst feelings you could have in the moment, but when you look back at it now, I have a lot of good mem- ories that I will hold on to forever.” As for next season, Barclay is talk- ing to a number of CIS and NCAA schools. While at the Royal Bank Cup, he received a $500 scholar- ship, awarded to one graduating 20-year-old player from each of the five participating teams. 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Included among the Durham Region players invited to the camp are Kaza Keane (Christian Faith Center Academy) and Agunwa Okolie (Denis O’Connor) of Ajax, MiKyle McIntosh (Christian Faith Center Academy) and Jamal Reyn- olds (Pine Ridge) of Pickering, Jordan Whyte (The Rock Sports Academy) of Courtice. The Canadian junior men’s national team is one of eight teams to compete in the 2012 FIBA Americas U18 champion- ship. The Canadian team will face tough competition in the prelimi- nary round as it has been assigned to Group B, which includes Argen- tina, Colombia and Puerto Rico. Canada will need a top-four finish in order to qualify for next year’s FIBA U19 world champion- ship, in the Czech Republic. 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He was the beloved husband of Evelyn and the late Annabelle Mary. Devoted father and mentor to his children Douglas (Bev), Pearl (Mike), and Kenneth (Donna). His grandchildren dearly loved him, Andrew (Mastoora) and his dear great granddaughter Izabelle, Chris, Eric, Kelsey, Liam, Aaron, Maggie, Nicki, Alec, Jacob, and Jason. Sven will be forever in the hearts of his extended family Greg, (Agnes), Steve (Rosemary), Diane (Bill), Geoffrey and Garrett. Sven leaves his sisters Eva (Volkwin) from Hamburg, Germany: Barbara (Peter) from Princeton, New Jersey and his brother Jurgen (Dagmar) from Hamburg, Germany. Friends will be received at St. George's Anglican Church, 77 Randall Dr., Pickering Village on Saturday May 19th from 10 am until time service at 11 am. Interment Salem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Lakeridge Cancer Centre, Oshawa would be appreciated. " Sven always kept his appointments" BARRETT, Bruce Colborne - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 15, 2012 at the Community Care Nursing Home in Pick- ering, with his loving wife of 65 years, Doreen, by his side. Loving father of Pamela, David and Wayne. Proud grandfather of Andrew, Maverick, Ashley, Madeline, Adam and Tessa. He is survived by his brother Albert. You will forever live in our hearts. We love you Dad. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Rd, Pickering Village, 905-428-8488). The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 18, 2012 at Forest Brook Community Church (60 Kearney Drive, Ajax) at 11:00am. Interment to take place at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens in Ajax. If one so desires, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Arthritis Society. 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GETUPTO 0% 2011 CX-7 GX DEMONSTRATOR CLEAROUT PLUS HST ONLY OR0% AVA ILABLE PLUS HST ONLY • AUTO • LEATHER • MOONROOF • NAVIGATION • BACK UP CAMERA • 20’ ALLOYS • STK #P2637 • MANUAL • MOONROOF • KEYLESS • ALLOYS • AMFMCD • AC • ABS • BRAND NEW • STK #J1418 $44,999$44,999 PLUS HST ONLY OR0% AVA ILABLE • AUTO • ALL WHEEL DRIVE • POWER GROUP • AC • CD • FOG • V6 ENGINE • BRAND NEW • STK #K117 $23,999$23,999 $18,9 99$18,9 9914,530 KMS PLUS HST ONLY OR0% AVA ILABLE • NAVIGATION • LEATHER • MOONROOF • BOSE AUDIO • AC • 18’ ALLOYS • STABILITY CONTROL • TRACTION CONTROL • BRAND NEW • STK #K334 $30,9 99$30,9 99 2011 MAZDA 6 GT-V 62011 MAZDA TRIBUTE GS AWD 2012 CX-9 GT AW D 2010 MAZDA 3 GS Available for cash purchases 2010 MAZDA CX-7 GT AW D • WHITE WITH TA N LEATHER • POWER GROUP • ALLOY WHEELS • ALL WHEEL DRIVE • STK # P2414C $24 ,9 95$24,9 95 +HST 33,400 KMS Ω0% APR Purchase financing is available on new 2012 Mazda3 vehicle. 84-month term available on 2012 Mazda3 GT models. Other terms vary by model. Based on a representative agreement using an offered pricing of $25,495 for the new 2012 Mazda3 GT (D4TY62AA00) with a financed amount of $25,000, the cost of borrowing for an 84-month term is $0, monthly payment is $297.62, total finance obligation is $25,000. Offers include freight,P.D.E. and fees. Offers exclude HST. ✧Offeravailableonretailleasesofnew2013CX-5GX(NVXK63AA00)withaleaseAPRof3.99%andmonthlypaymentsof$275for48months,thetotalleaseobligationis$16,053,includingdownpaymentof$2,845.Asshown,offeredleasingfor2013CX-5GT AWD(NXTK83AA00)withaleaseAPRof3.99%andmonthlypaymentsof$465for48months,thetotalleaseobligationis$22,342,includingdownpaymentof$0.Leasepaymentsincludefreightand P.D.E.of$1,595/$1,595/$1,795.20,000 km per year mileage allowance applies; if exceeded, additional 8¢ per km applies. 24,000 km leases also available. Offers exclude HST. Offered leasing available to retail customers only. Leasing may not be available for all models. Lease offers vary by region and by trim level/model. See mazda.ca or your dealer for lease available vehicles. ‡‡To learn more about Ward’s 10 Best Engines, visit www.wardsauto.com.▲4.9 L/100 km (58 MPG) Highway/7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG)City –Based on ENERGUIDE Fuel Consumption Rating for the 2012 Mazda3 GS-SKY sedan with 6-speed automatic transmission. These estimates are based on Government of Canada approved criteria and testing methods. Actual fuel consumption may vary.MPG is listed in Imperial gallons. *Based on highway driving only. **Cash purchase price for new 2012 Mazda5 GS (E6SD62AA00) is $19,795which includes cash rebate of $4,000 and cannot be combined with other offers.Offer includes freight,P.D.E. and fees. Offer excludes HST. Licence, insurance, taxes, down payment and other dealer charges are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer order or trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Lease and Finance on approved credit for qualified customers only. Offers valid until May 31st, 2012 while supplies last. Offers subject to change without notice. Visit mazda.ca or see your dealer for complete details.