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Home My WebLink AboutNA2012_08_22 facebook.com/newsdurham • twitter.com/newsdurham • d durhamregion.com • Pressrun 54,400 • 68 pages • Optional 3-week delivery $6/$1 newsstand P ICKER I NG News Adver tiserT H E Wednesday, August 22, 2012 SABRINA BYRNES / METROLAND OSHAWA -- Brian and Katherine Pilgrim, with twin sister Cynthia Loughran. Mrs. Pilgrim gave birth to her son Trevor in the car while on the way to hospital. Both sisters are labour and delivery nurses at the Rouge Valley Ajax-Pickering hospital. Speedy special delivery Twin labour and delivery nurses at Ajax-Pickering hospital no strangers to dramatic entrances> JILLIAN FOLLERT jfollert@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- Many pregnant women hope for a speedy labour and delivery -- but there is such a thing as too fast, as Oshawa’s Katherine and Brian Pilgrim learned last weekend. Ms. Pilgrim, 37, knew the birth of her fifth child would likely go quicker than most. 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Huge debts are bad for job creation, because they tell entre- preneurs and potential investors that we can’t afford the things that make us attractive to them, like world-leading infrastructure.” She added credit agencies are also losing con- fidence in Ontario. “We’ve had three credit rating downgrades in the last six months,” she said. “If we get down- graded (again), and our interest rates for bor- rowing go up, that’s going to be disastrous.” Any increase to interest rates would dan- gerously compound Ontario’s debt load, she noted. “We’re in a bad situation now, and it could get even worse,” she said. “This would be money robbed from things that Canadians cherish, like first-class schools and modern hospitals.” One of the ways the Ontario PC party wants to decrease debt is through a two-year, across- the-board public sector wage freeze that it says would save $2 billion. Lowering Ontario’s corporate tax rate from 11.5 to 10 per cent is another way the party hopes to stimulate economic growth. “It’s about creating an environment where we’re open for business,” Mr. McCarthy said. “We want businesses here to grow and employ more people.” Ms. Elliot mentioned other provinces are weathering the economic downturn better than Ontario. “We’re really doing something fundamentally wrong,” she said. “For over five years now, we’ve had higher than the national average unem- ployment rates (in Ontario).” Ontario’s PC party is preparing a white paper on jobs and the economy that Ms. Elliott said is expected to be released next month through the party’s website at www.ontariopc.com. “It’s a comprehensive look at the factors that affect job creation and strengthening the econ- omy,” she said. “We’re looking at policy options for the next election. The white paper’s real- ly just meant to stimulate discussion and hear from people about what they most want.” Both Ontario PC members said the Province needs a multi-faceted approach to economic growth, including increasing its skilled labour force, clarifying its energy policy and improving traffic infrastructure. Mr. McCarthy said his party is already looking toward the next election, which could come at any time under Ontario’s current minority Lib- eral government. “We’ve started early this time with these tours -- talking, listening and developing a plan with input from our citizenry,” he said. “We will have a plan, and do have a plan that differentiates us from the other parties, and it’s about empha- sizing private sector job growth, lowering taxes and making our economy strong.” Reporter Tara Hatherly can be found on Twitter @Tara_ Hatherly and on Facebook by searching Tara Hatherly. 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Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 2 AP 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 3 P “I knew it would be quick, but that was super quick,” she said, while cradling the family’s newest addition Trevor Joseph Pilgrim. Ms. Pilgrim is no stranger to baby stuff. As well as being a mother of five -- her other kids are 13, 10, five and two -- she has worked as a labour and delivery nurse at Rouge Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospital for the past 15 years. In a fun twist that never fails to entertain patients, her twin sister Cynthia Loughran is also a nurse in the same department and the pair often work side-by-side. The sisters have eight children between them and have been there for most of each other’s deliveries. They hoped the latest one would be no exception -- as soon as Ms. Pilgrim called with the news that she was in labour, her sis- ter and fellow staff at the Ajax hospital were on pins and needles waiting for her to arrive. “We even decorated a room for her with a Happy Birthday banner,” Ms. Loughran says. But things moved faster than anyone could have anticipated. Minutes after Ms. Pilgrim and her husband set off from their north Oshawa home, they knew they weren’t going to make it to Ajax -- or any hospital for that matter. They called 911 and pulled over in the park- ing lot at Eastdale Collegiate on Harmony Road. “The person on the phone asked how far apart the contractions were ... I told them, we’re way past that,” Ms. Pilgrim says with a laugh. Trevor was born in the car minutes later at 4:29 a.m. “If you can believe it, the whole thing was very calm,” Ms. Pilgrim says. “My experienc- es from work did help, because emergencies happen all the time and we have to be calm. I felt like I could handle it.” An ambulance arrived minutes later and whisked them to Ajax, where Ms. Loughran was waiting in the emergency department. Five days after his dramatic arrival, Trevor was doing well and his parents and siblings were all smiles as they cuddled and played with him. “It will be a great story to tell him when he grows up,” Mr. Pilgrim said. Ajax-Pickering labour and delivery nurse gives birth in a car AJAX-PICKERING from page 1 ‘‘If you can believe it, the whole thing was very calm. 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Ms. Broten revealed the proposed legisla- tion Thursday, and on Monday, the Liberals announced summer recess for the legislature will end two weeks early for MPPs, calling them back to work Aug. 27 for a vote on the bill. The Liberals will need the support of the Progressive Conservatives or the NDP for the legislation to go through. So far, only the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association, the Franco-Ontari- an teachers and a smaller union of support staff have reached a new contract with the Province. With little progress at the provin- cial table, Ms. Broten imposed a Sept. 1 dead- line for school boards and unions to come up with a deal. “Time is running out,” she said Thursday. “As a government, we cannot sit back.” The proposed act is modeled after the tentative agreement signed by the OECTA. This contract included a wage freeze, three unpaid days off resulting in a 1.5-per cent pay decrease, cutting sick days from 20 to 10, and eliminating the banking of sick days that gave teachers payouts when they retire. This would mean continuing investments in full-day kindergarten, keeping class sizes small and protecting classroom-specific funds, Ms. Broten said. If a new deal is not reached by Sept. 1, the previous contract will take effect, meaning wage increases of 5.5 per cent totaling $473 million. “Come September, we need to ensure money is in education and not in additional teachers’ pay,” said Ms. Broten. Mr. O’Neill believes the government is focusing on the wrong group of “middle- class” workers in its attempt to eliminate the deficit. “If there is an economic crisis in this prov- ince, it isn’t the teachers that caused it,” he said. 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Office hours extended to 8:00 pm on September 15 and 21, 2011 ALL COURSES RUN 6:00 pm - 9:15 pm TWICE A WEEK FOR 28 CLASSES REGISTRATION FEE AND REFUNDABLE TEXTBOOK DEPOSIT REQUIRED CLASSES WITH INSUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT MAY BE CANCELLED Niagara Falls man also charged in joint Toronto and Durham police investigation DURHAM -- Three Ajax residents and one Niagara Falls man face numerous charges following a drug-trafficking investiga- tion. In the investigation, dubbed Project Southwest, police in Durham and Toronto seized more than $43,000 in illegal drugs, including more than 270 grams of cocaine, 624 grams of marijuana, 154 grams of hashish oil and 17 marijuana plants. More than $12,000 in cur- rency and a 2009 Honda Civic were also seized. Charge with numerous drug possession and trafficking charges are 48-year-old Sey- more Lowe and 42-year-old Debbie Harry, both of Gregson Street in Ajax. A third Ajax resident, 31-year-old Christopher Stewart, of Stammers Drive, is charged with possess- ing cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. A Niagara Falls man, 32-year-old Damien Dennis of Jubilee Drive, is charged with trafficking cocaine. Anyone with information relating to the investigation is asked to contact Durham police’s Drug Enforcement Unit at 905-579-1520 extension 5802. Anonymous tips can also be made through Crime Stoppers, online at www.durhamregion- alcrimestoppers.com or by call- ing 1-800-222-8477. Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. Three Ajax residents charged following drug investigation> PICKERING -- Enjoy some live music while supporting your community hospital during the upcoming Music Healz fundraiser. Music Healz will be held at Grizzly’s Bar and Grill in Pickering on Sunday, Sept. 16 from noon to 8 p.m. Guests can enjoy live music all day, including feature band and Canadian rock favourite MOXY. The event is being hosted by Pickering’s Zone Music and all proceeds will benefit Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Hospital. For more information contact zoneguitars@ rogers.com. Hospital fundraiser Sept. 16 is music to the ears in Pickering Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 5 AP A Metroland Media Group Ltd. Publication PHONE 905-579-4400 CLASSIFIEDS 905-576-9335 DISTRIBUTION 905-579-4407 GENERAL FAX 905-576-2238 NEWS FAX 905-579-1809 865 Farewell St., Oshawa ON L1H 6N8 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, SNA. All content copyright Editorial Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher • Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief • Mike Johnston - Managing Editor • Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classiﬁ ed Advertising Manager • Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager • Lillian Hook - Ofﬁ ce Manager • Cheryl Haines - Composing Manager A Metroland Media Group Ltd. 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All content copyright Editorial OpinionsOpinionsOpinionsOpinions 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 • A u g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 6 AP email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m 6 AP 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 Inattentive Durham Region motorists drive collision rates Running my way to better health Don’t tell the attending police officer who just assigned blame for the fender bender you’ve been involved in that intersection design is the problem. Chances are that you, or the other driver, are the most likely cause of the collision. In a special two-part series, Metroland Media Group Durham Region Division reporter Reka Szekely examines the top 10 worst intersections in Durham for colli- sion rates, and the work that is done among police and roads officials to promote safety and reduce personal and property damage. Not surprisingly, speeding and driver inattentiveness are the primary factors that contribute to collision rates. Poor driving practices, combined with high volumes of traffic, are a recipe for car crashes. The good news, however, is that among that hundreds of collisions recorded in 2010 (the year for which most recent sta- tistics are available from Durham Region), only 20 per cent resulted in personal injury in Durham’s urban municipalities. Of the motor vehicle fatalities recorded by Durham police, the vast majority occurred in rural areas, even though none of the region’s rural intersections made the Top 10. And it’s not as if these statistics are record- ed and left to gather dust in some traffic engineer’s office desk. Durham officials vet the statistics and look for intersection and road design issues that might be a contrib- uting factor in crashes. Regional officials factor in collision date from police, moni- tor the severity of collisions and assign a potential for safety improvement (PSI) index number to intersections and seg- ments of road. However, design flaws are rarely a contributing factor, although active monitoring of the data helps engineers make accurate determinations. As the statistics show, it is the road users who contribute most frequently to crash- es. They speed, follow too closely, talk on handheld devices and generally don’t give their full attention to what is happening on the road in front of them, behind them, and around them. In the rare case where road design is an issue -- an unanticipated obstruction affects line of sight, a lane unexpectedly narrows or ends -- police and Durham officials can work effectively together to reduce the risk and apply retrofits where necessary. But it is up to drivers -- each and every one -- to assume the primary responsibility for safety when on the road. Don’t exceed speed limits, turn your hand-helds off, leave room between your vehicle and the one in front and pay attention. Sooner or later my knees will stop hurting -- correct? Several weeks ago, inspired by friends who had taken up run- ning, I decided to strap on a new pair of shoes and give the pave- ment another try. On several occasions over the years I’ve pledged to ‘get in shape’ but success has been fleeting. An unpredictable work schedule makes it difficult for me to commit to regular classes. I love Pilates, but when you miss three of six classes due to work commitments it gets expensive. The gym is a lost cause: all that equipment staring at me and no one to tell me what to do with it. I like circuit training because I just have to follow the instructions and can drop in any time. Thirty minutes in and out. But when Sisters in Whitby closed I just never got around to joining another studio. A friend suggested the Running Room as a door- way to running so I plunked down a modest amount of money and decided to Learn to Run. My Running Room coaches will tell you I’m a truant. I’ve been to three of 10 possible classes but that’s OK because I’ve finally found a routine that works for me. Monday nights are clinic nights at the Running Room. Thirty minutes are dedicated to learning about running followed by a group run. Those are the classes I try to make a priority. During the rest of the week I usually run on my own early in the morning. At 6:30 a.m. I see the same few women walking their dogs, I count the rabbits in the park and I plan my day all with the help of some iPhone apps to keep me going. 5K Runner is much like the Running Room approach. This app uses timed intervals to take you from not running to doing 5K. With or without ear buds I can follow the instructions of my 5K coach who tells me when to walk, to run, and when I’m at the halfway mark for the day. MapMyRun is a GPS running app that tracks my pace and dis- tance giving me the incentive to push a little harder to beat my last time. And what would running be without iTune playlists to inspire me? My last run with the Running Room included six intervals of a three-minute run followed by a one-minute walk. Acting on the advice of my coach I slowed the pace way down and am proud to say I had no problem finishing and my knee feels a little better today. My goal is 5K, more energy and fewer aches and pains. I’ll keep you posted. -- Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt can be found on Twitter @jbnewsdurham On Facebook picture posters: I have a serious issue that needs to be addressed. I can’t stand when I log into Facebook and see someone has uploaded 30 pictures of themselves either standing in front of a mirror, holding the camera out in front of their face, or doing some dumb pose that resembles a duck face…whatever it is YOU LOOK STUPID. NO ONE cares that you look almost exactly the same in the 30 pictures you just uploaded. If anything it makes you look pathetic that you have nothing else to do. To top it off having multiple albums of the same idiotic photos does not make you more attractive, if anything people are currently laughing at your low levels of self-esteem. This is the real problem plaguing our society, not driving while on the cell phone. -- Nick Cholodny On cellphone drivers: Drivers on cellphones!!! I was driving home from Ottawa on the last long weekend in heavy traffic; I look over and see this woman playing with her iPad, holding it in the middle of her her steering wheel. Seriously dangerous driver. -- Jolie Cosman Colangelo Drivers on cellphones, and driving in Toronto especially the DVP!!! Absolutely moronic drivers. -- Timothy Jackson On courtesy: People who don’t say ‘thank you’. Whether it’s through a ‘wave’ when you let them in to your lane or a nod of appreciation when you hold the door open for them. -- Jessica Williamson I like to walk. Especially on these languid August evenings when the air is redolent with a magical mix of gardens, lawns and the faintest, playful hint of the fall chill nosing its way over the horizon. There’s a quality of light and scent on these nights, almost a taste really, that instantly transports me back to the summer evenings of my youth, a time that I am certain is universally halcyon for those of us with a few rings on our trunks. I wish I could bottle that scent -- a combination of free- dom, excitement, laughter and unlimited potential. I think it’s what hope smells like. It’s intoxicating. And, like sweet corn, berries and skinny-dipping weather, it’s terribly fleeting. It’s here and then it’s gone. Which is why I am always amazed and not a little saddened that so few of us seem to be out partaking of it. I can usually count on one hand the number of people my dog Owen and I will bump into on our nightly peregrinations. Even fewer are ‘porch sightings’. Maybe I watched too many episodes of The Andy Griffiths Show as a kid but I have always wanted a porch to sit out on at night. And for the life of me I cannot figure out why people who have them don’t seem to use them. I live in a town that is blessed with some real beauties too. Stately, graceful porches that are wide and deep and shaded. Porches that beckon you, in quiet, latticed whispers, to come and sit and watch and ponder. Yet night after picture-perfect night, most of them sit vacant. No old men sagely wreathed in aro- matic pipe smoke, no lovers dreamily ensconced on swinging chairs, no hus- bands and wives sitting in familiar com- fortable silence while sunburnt, played-out children slum- ber blissfully upstairs. I know, I know. I sound like the love child of Norman Rock- well and Garrison Keillor. But that stuff resonates with me. I think it does with everyone. And there must be a reason for that. What I see instead of all of these things is the cold, blue flicker of television sets behind curtained windows. That appears to be where most of us are. Instead of watching the real world outside our very own door- steps, we are being fed a pale, electronic facsimile. And I lament that. Ironic, I know, for an individ- ual who makes his bread and butter in the enter- tainment industry but I loathe television for all of these reasons. I don’t mean to throw the baby out with the bath water, of course. In and amongst the terabytes of digital pap there are programs of unde- niably great importance and quality. But let’s face it, most of what’s on the squawk box is stuff my dog wouldn’t watch. Television is a mind- blowingly magical technology but we are wasting it. It’s like NASA using the Mars Rover to explore Keswick. But I digress. I do have a porch, but it’s terri- bly small, and not at all shaded. Were I to sit out there, I’m afraid I would look more like someone being punished than an individu- al enjoying his neighbourhood. But I will have a big porch one day. And I will sit out on it at twilight and watch the world go by and think about the day and life and my place in all of it. And yes, I will be remark- ably square. But remarkably happy. -- Durham resident Neil Crone, actor, comic, writers, saves some of his best lines for this column. The lure of a good porch beckons Poll > 57% 10% Cast your vote at durhamregion.com today! This week’s question: the 134th edition of the Canadian National Exhibition opened last Friday. Do you go to the CNE every year? A. Nah. It lost its charm for us many years ago. B. We don’t go every year, but it’s fun when we do. C. Absolutely! It’s something we look forward to each year. A. Making the most of my remaining days off. B. Ugh! Preparing for the back-to-school rush. C. More fun in the sun. Why do you have to be like that? How would you assess Canada’s overall performance at the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London? ...On a coronor’s inquiry into Ornge and the search for a missing dog ... Facebook readers weighed in this week on the news of a coronor’s inquest into some cases involving the troubled medical evac system. Tanya Fairey-Stack: Wow that’s awful. I know how hard it is to lose a loved one and really feel for the families to possibly think if help came faster they may still be here today. Bill Caukwell: As I recall, the crew had been out the night before and had worked an overtime shift because of it. As a result, they were grounded by federal regulations. This is by no means the fault of ORNG other than by not having enough staff to work 24/7/365. The system worked as well as it was designed to because the York chopper was the backup and was on the crash scene. I may be wrong, but I don’t think I am. Leanne McMurtry: That might be regulations bill, but how would you feel if it was your relative. The amount of money that has gone into this ornge concept is ridiculous. If the coroners office is doing a review if they are to blame for the past 6 yrs, you should know that is a serious problem. My condolences to the family Facebook readers of our Kristen’s Kritters page also shared their thoughts on the search for a missing dog named Carter. Here’s what they had to say and Kristen’s response on her page... Denise Hill-Shea: Thanks Kris- ten! FYI, there were 2 sightings of Carter in this area last weekend, so we’re very hopeful that he’ll be coming home soon! Kristen’s Kritters: You’re wel- come, Denise. I really hope you guys find him safe and sound on Saturday. If you do, I’ll need some reunion photos to post!! Denise Hill-Shea: There was another sighting this morning in the same area at 8 a.m. - if anyone lives close to the area, please take a drive through & call if spotted! Thanks! In the end, Carter was reunited with his grateful and happy owner. Let’s Talk Join the Facebook conversation with fellow residents and durhamregion.com readers. We’ll publish a selection of comments weekly. 33% Top 10 List Preparing children for school... Total votes cast: 212 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 7 AP 1. Let your child know what his schedule will be like. 2. Ask about her feelings about starting school. 3. Visit the school with your child to see his classroom and meet his teacher before school starts. 4. Point out the positive aspects of starting school. 5. Let your child know that all kids are nervous about the first day of school. 6. Leave a note in your child’s lunch box to remind him you’re thinking of him while he’s at school. 7. Reassure your child that if any problems arise at school, you will be there to help resolve them. 8. Have your child meet a classmate before the first day. 9. Arrange for your child to walk or ride together on the bus with another kid in the neighbourhood. 10. Find out about after-school activities. Source: parents.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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 8 A INSIDE A JAX 905-683-4550 65 Harwood Avenue South,Ajax, ON, L1S 2H9 •www.ajax.ca •facebook.com/myajax •youtube.com/thetownofajax ROAD CLOSURE Please be advised that Michaelman Road between Billingsgate Crescent and the north portion of Michaelman Road will be closed for four weeks starting July 23rd, 2012. The road closure will facilitate the installation of the new Parkette. The permanent road closure of Michaelman Road is as per the To wn of Ajax Official Plan. The construction will be completed in 2 stages to minimize disruption to the existing area traffic. Appropriate signage will be placed throughout the area. We realize these closures will cause some disruption and we appreciate your understanding and patience in this regard.We will make every effort to have the construction work completed as quickly as possible. Greg Gibson, C.E.T., Development Co-ordinator Planning & Development,To wn of Ajax T 905-619-2529, ext. 3239 • greg.gibson@ajax.ca DOORS OPEN AJAXSEEKING VOLUNTEERS Yo ur We dnesday night entertainment destination! To wn Hall, Heritage Square, 65 Harwood Ave., S. Summer in the Square is a free weekly concert series, ending August 29. The evening performances will delight audiences of all ages, with “Music in the Square” and “Kids in the Square” taking alternate Wednesdays. August 22 –The Ben Show KIDS IN THE SQUARE 7 - 8 p.m. Bring a chair to the Square! All performances take place rain or shine. Performances move indoors if inclement weather, where admission is on a first come, first serve basis - 180 capacity FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL905-619-2529 EXT 7243 OR GO ONLINEWWW.AJAX.CA Bronze Sponsor:Media Sponsor: PHOTOGRAPHYCONTEST FOR YO UTH & ADULTS 2012 AMATEUR 2011 W I N N E R “Gateway t o t h e B e a c h ” GREG PATTERSON Applications available at: Black’s SuperStore, 130 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Rd. or www.ajax.ca Winning Photographs will be on display at: CONTEST CLOSES AUG. 24, 2012 Ajax To wn Hall: Oct. 25 to Nov 22, 2012 and McLean Community Centre: Nov.26, 2012 to Jan. 3, 2013 For registration and event details:events.runningroom.com Sunday, September 23, 2012 Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Rd., Ajax Walkers are welcome to participate! Registration deadline is September 16, 2012 Lace up for the 5th AnnualWaterfront Half Marathon & 5K MUSIC IN THE SQUARE 7 - 8:30 p.m. August 29 –Country Superstars -featuring tributes to Faith Hill, Tim McGraw &Miranda Lambert Friday August 24, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. River Plate Room,To wn Hall, 65 Harwood Ave South SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Do you have an interest in the rich history and heritage of Ajax? Ajax is seeking volunteers to participate in the To wn’s second Doors Open Ajax event on Saturday, September 29, 2012. Available Volunteer Opportunities • Greeters •To ur Guides/Security Personnel Requirements: • 16 years of age or older • Interested in sharing Ajax’s history and heritage •Available to work either a 9:45 a.m.–1 p.m. or 1 –4:15 p.m. shift. 9:45 am –4:15 pm shifts are also available. To apply, please visit www.doorsopenajax.com and complete the Volunteer Application form. For further information, contact: Lisa Warth To wn of Ajax, Recreation & Culture 905-619-2529, ext. 7243 lisa.warth@ajax.ca www.doorsopenajax.com AGES:6-19YRS OLD REGISTRATION FROM 12:30 – 1 p.m. COMPETITION FROM 1 - 4 p.m. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY other padding is highly recommended. Skateboard Competition Saturday,August 25,2012 McLean Community Centre Skate Park 95 Magill Drive For details visit ajaxyouth.ca Ajax Business Network presents Tu rning Leads into Customers The To wnofAjaxBusinessDevelopment Te amprovides supportservices to smallandmediumsized businesses through the Ajax Business Network (ABN). Quarterly,the Te am hosts ABN events. These early morning sessions feature a local business leader who shares specific business-related skills and tools. Join us for networking, light refreshments, and a special announcement at our next FREE ABN event, Tu rning Leads into Customers with Bob Wesse. Wednesday,September 5, 2012 at 7:30 a.m. Council Chambers,To wn Hall, 65 Harwood Ave.S Inthis45minuteinteractiveseminar,Bob WeeseofB2B Sales Connectionswill focusonprovenleadconversion techniques that can be implemented immediately,and turn your leads into customers! Ajax BusinessNetwork Event We dnesday,September 5RegisterToday! Secure your spot today,register online at www.ajaxfirstforbusiness.ca. AJAX PUBLIC LIBRARY Need volunteer hours? Apply to be a reading buddy with the Ajax Reading Circle or a member of the Te en Advisory Council (TAC). Pickup a form today or check online at www.ajaxlibrary.ca for more information. Police checks are required for all teens aged 16+. TA C Orientation meeting: August 27, 5-6 p.m. Stay to enjoy the Pizza Party with YA Authors Lesley Livingston & Megan Crewe from 6:30 –7:30 p.m. Ajax Reading Circle Volunteer Tr aining: September 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Step Up and Volunteer! Main Branch (55 Harwood Avenue) Grades 9-12 AJAX TRAILS MONTHLY WALKS & HIKES Greenwood Leaf Hike #1 Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 9 a.m. Meeting Place: Greenwood Conservation Area, 2290 Greenwood Road Join member of the Ajax Active Tr ansportation &Tr ails Advisory Committee as they lead leisurely walks through the Ajax Tr ail System for the first of three fall leaf hikes: For more information, visit the Calendar of Events atwww.ajax.ca or email ajax.trails@gmail.com View the guide online at www.ajax.ca Fall Community Recreation & Parks Guide Available Now Register To day! FA LL 2 0 1 2 Pr og r essiv e Accountable Community-F ocused Eco-Consciou s �� Wa lk-In R e g i s t r a t i o n , A u g u s t 2 3 Register o n l i n e w w w . a j a x . c a Community R e c r e a t i o n &Pa rks G u i d e Audley R e c r e a t i o n C e n t r e OPENING E A R LY 2013! Artist R e n d e r i n g Check o u t t h e c o l o u r i n s e r t f o r i n f o r m a t i o n . Ta ke a fewminutes to filloutour onlinesurvey forachance to wina $50Recreation&CultureGiftCard. Ajax residentsareinvited to offer ideasonnewprograms at the Audley Recreation Centre,openinginearly2013 The Centre will featureapool, gymnasium,youth room, teaching kitchenandchildren’s room. Parkamenitieswillincludeaskatepark, splashpadandaccessibleplayground. www.buildingthearcinajax.ca AUDLEYRECREATIONCENTRE Help Us Program Yo ur Space! 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 9 A 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 8 AINSIDEAJAX 905-683-4550 65 Harwood Av enue South,Ajax, ON, L1S 2H9 •www.ajax.ca•facebook.com/myajax •youtube.com/thetownofajax ROAD CLOSURE Please be advised that Michaelman Road between Billingsgate Crescent and the north portion of Michaelman Road will be closed for four weeks starting July 23rd, 2012. The road closure will facilitate the installation of the new Parkette. The permanent road closure of Michaelman Road is as per theTown of Ajax Official Plan. The construction will be completed in 2 stages to minimize disruption to the existing area traffic. Appropriate signage will be placed throughout the area. Werealize these closures will cause some disruption and we appreciate your understanding and patience in this regard.Wewill make every effort to have the construction work completed as quickly as possible. Greg Gibson, C.E.T., Development Co-ordinator Planning & Development,Town of Ajax T 905-619-2529, ext. 3239 • greg.gibson@ajax.ca DOORS OPEN AJAXSEEKING VOLUNTEERS YourWednesday night entertainment destination! Town Hall, Heritage Square, 65 HarwoodAve., S. Summer in the Square is a free weekly concert series, ending August 29. The evening performances will delight audiences of all ages, with“Music in the Square” and“Kids in the Square” taking alternateWednesdays. August 22–The Ben Show KIDS IN THE SQUARE 7 - 8 p.m. Bring a chair to the Square! All performances take place rain or shine. Performances move indoors if inclement weather, where admission is on a first come, first serve basis - 180 capacity FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL905-619-2529 EXT 7243 OR GO ONLINEWWW.AJAX.CA Bronze Sponsor:Media Sponsor: PHOTOGRAPHYCONTEST FOR YO UTH & ADULTS 2012 AMATEUR 2011 W I N N E R “Gateway t o t h e B e a c h ” GREG PATTERSON Applications available at: Black’s SuperStore, 130 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Rd. or www.ajax.ca Winning Photographs will be on display at: CONTEST CLOSES AUG. 24, 2012 Ajax To wn Hall: Oct. 25 to Nov 22, 2012 and McLean Community Centre: Nov.26, 2012 to Jan. 3, 2013 For registration and event details:events.runningroom.com Sunday, September 23, 2012 Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Rd., Ajax Walkers are welcome to participate! Registration deadline is September 16, 2012 Lace up for the 5th AnnualWaterfront Half Marathon & 5K MUSIC IN THE SQUARE 7 - 8:30 p.m. August 29–CountrySuperstars -featuring tributes to Faith Hill, TimMcGraw&Miranda Lambert Friday August 24, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. River Plate Room,Town Hall, 65 HarwoodAve South SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Do you have an interest in the rich history and heritage of Ajax? Ajax is seeking volunteers to participate in the To wn’s second Doors Open Ajax event on Saturday, September 29, 2012. Available Volunteer Opportunities • Greeters •To ur Guides/Security Personnel Requirements: • 16 years of age or older • Interested in sharing Ajax’s history and heritage •Available to work either a 9:45 a.m.–1 p.m. or 1 –4:15 p.m. shift. 9:45 am –4:15 pm shifts are also available. To apply, please visit www.doorsopenajax.com and complete the Volunteer Application form. For further information, contact: Lisa Warth To wn of Ajax, Recreation & Culture 905-619-2529, ext. 7243 lisa.warth@ajax.ca www.doorsopenajax.com AGES:6-19YRS OLD REGISTRATION FROM 12:30 – 1 p.m. COMPETITION FROM 1 - 4 p.m. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY other padding is highly recommended. Skateboard Competition Saturday,August 25,2012 McLean Community Centre Skate Park 95 Magill Drive For details visit ajaxyouth.ca Ajax Business Network presents Turning Leads into Customers TheTownofAjaxBusinessDevelopmentTeamprovides supportservicestosmallandmediumsizedbusinesses through the Ajax Business Network(ABN). Quarterly,theTeam hosts ABNevents. These early morning sessionsfeature a localbusiness leader who shares specificbusiness-related skills andtools. Join usfor networking, lightrefreshments, and a special announcementat our next FREE ABNevent, Turning Leads into Customers with BobWesse. Wednesday,September 5, 2012at 7:30 a.m. Council Chambers,Town Hall, 65 HarwoodAve.S Inthis45minuteinteractiveseminar,BobWeeseofB2B SalesConnectionswillfocusonprovenleadconversion techniques that can be implemented immediately,and turnyour leads into customers! Ajax BusinessNetwork Event Wednesday,September 5RegisterToday! Secureyour spottoday,register online at www.ajaxfirstforbusiness.ca. AJAX PUBLIC LIBRARY Need volunteer hours? Apply to be a reading buddy with the Ajax Reading Circle or a member of theTeen Advisory Council (TAC). Pickup a form today or check online at www.ajaxlibrary.ca for more information. Police checks are required for all teens aged 16+. TAC Orientation meeting: August 27, 5-6 p.m. Stay to enjoy thePizza Party withYAAuthors Lesley Livingston & Megan Crewefrom 6:30–7:30 p.m. Ajax Reading CircleVolunteerTraining: September 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Step Up andVolunteer! Main Branch (55 HarwoodAvenue) Grades 9-12 AJAX TRAILS MONTHLY WALKS & HIKES Greenwood Leaf Hike #1 Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 9 a.m. Meeting Place: Greenwood Conservation Area, 2290 Greenwood Road Join member of the Ajax Active Tr ansportation &Tr ails Advisory Committee as they lead leisurely walks through the Ajax Tr ail System for the first of three fall leaf hikes: For more information, visit the Calendar of Events atwww.ajax.ca or email ajax.trails@gmail.com View the guide online at www.ajax.ca Fall Community Recreation & Parks GuideAvailable Now RegisterToday! FALL 2 0 1 2 ProgressiveAccountableCommunity-FocusedEco-Conscious �� Walk-In R e g i s t r a t i o n , A u g u s t 2 3 Register o n l i n e w w w . a j a x . c a Community R e c r e a t i o n &Parks G u i d e Audley R e c r e a t i o n C e n t r e OPENING E A R LY2013! Artist R e n d e r i n g Check o u t t h e c o l o u r i n s e r t f o r i n f o r m a t i o n . Ta ke a fewminutes to filloutour onlinesurvey forachance to wina $50Recreation&CultureGiftCard. Ajax residentsareinvited to offer ideasonnewprograms at the Audley Recreation Centre,openinginearly2013 The Centre will featureapool, gymnasium,youth room, teaching kitchenandchildren’s room. 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An Equal Opportunity Employer Tickets on sale now! Experience the 175th anniversary of the Rebellion of 1837 during this historic play of events featuring Pickering’s local rebels. September 14, 15, 21 and 22 Tickets available online at pickering.ca/eStore. 905.683.8401 Go online to pickering.ca Or by phone, fax, mail or drop-in For information call 905.420.4621 du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Volume and congestion make collisions more likely Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com Two Durham roads dominate the list of top 10 intersections with the most collisions in 2011, data obtained from Durham police shows. According to numbers obtained from Durham police under an access to information request, eight of the 10 intersections with the most collisions last year involved Brock Road in Pickering and Kingston Road in Ajax and Pickering. The intersection of the two roads in Pickering was third on the list with 68 col- lisions in 2011. The top spot went to the Salem Road South and Kingston Road East intersec- tion in Ajax, which saw 87 collisions, fol- lowed by Brock Road and Hwy. 401 with 79 collisions. Combined there were 598 collisions last year at those 10 intersections. Dur- ham police report there were almost 10,000 collisions in Durham last year with about 80 per cent involving property damage only and no injuries. The two intersections that didn’t include Brock Road or Kingston Road were the Brock Street North and Taunton Road East intersection in Whitby with 51 col- lisions and the Taunton Road and Simcoe Street inter- section in Oshawa with 46 collisions. The were ranked eight and ninth respectively. Sergeant Shaun Arnott, of the Durham police Traffic Service Branch, said speed and distracted driving are the two of the top reasons people get into collisions. He said he doesn’t like to single out any intersections as the worst and pointed out that roads with the most collisions tend to have high traffic volumes. “As you see, accidents happen at other than those intersections, and the injury severity can be different as well,” he said. There were no major personal injuries or fatalities reported at any of the top intersec- tions last year and the majority of fatalities in 2011 occurred in rural areas. No Uxbridge, Scugog, Brock or Claring- ton roads made the list of top 10 intersec- tions, but 11 of 20 traffic fatalities occurred in those municipalities last year. Page 6 - Today’s editorial Read about what Durham is doing to combat bad intersections in part 2 of this series Accidents waiting to happen Ryan PfeiffeR / MeTRoland AJAX -- The intersection of Salem and Kingston roads was the top intersection in Durham for collisions in 2011 with 87 accidents. Intersection: Salem Road South and Kingston Road East Location: Ajax Number of collisions in 2011: 87 Intersection: Brock Road and Hwy. 401 Location: Pickering Number of collisions: 79 Intersection: Brock Road and Kingston Road Location: Pickering Number of collisions: 68 Intersection: Whites Road and Kingston Road Location: Pickering Number of collisions: 59 Intersection: Harwood Avenue and Kingston Road West Location: Ajax Number of collisions: 57 Intersection: Brock Road and Pickering Parkway Location: Pickering Number of collisions: 56 Intersection: Westney Road South and Kingston Road West Location: Ajax Number of collisions: 54 Intersection: Brock Street North and Taunton Road East Location: Whitby Number of collisions: 51 Intersection: Simcoe Street North and Taunton Road Location: Oshawa Number of collisions: 46 Intersection: Liverpool Road and Kingston Road Location: Pickering Number of collisions: 41 Intersections with the most collisions in 2011 ColliSion STaTS Durham’s worst intersections > WATch the video story @ durhamregion.com The data for this article was obtained through a Freedom of Information request to Durham police. 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Come with a partner or on your own and bring cards/score sheets if you have them. Refreshments available; donation requested. To register, call 905-683-4000, ext. 8813 or e-mail libraryinfo@ajaxlibrary.ca. AUGUST 25 DIANA TREPKOV BOOK SIGNING. Chapters, Kings- ton Road, Ajax, noon to 5 p.m. Forensic artist Diana Trepkov will be signing copies of her three books. ONGOING MY SISTER’S VOICE. a non-profit registered charity, facili- tates a free support group for Queer women facing the chal- lenges of coming out or living Queer. On the first Wednesday of each month at various Durham locations. 905-668-5578, www.mysistersvoice.ca. TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY). a non-prof- it weight-loss support group, meets Wednesdays at Peace Lutheran Church, 928 Liverpool Rd., Pickering (lower level). Meetings are from 6 to 8 p.m. 905-831-8095. CNIB. is looking for volunteers to fill various roles in the Dur- ham area, including in the areas of transportation and to help people who are blind or partially sighted to be independent. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed for mileage. 1-800- 563-0887 ext. 5207, filomena.diruscio@cnib.ca (Filomena). LIVING wITh MS. meets at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Durham Chapter office, 400 Dundas St. W., Whitby. A monthly discussion of life with MS. We share infor- mation, news and laughs and offer one-on-one orientation for the newly diagnosed. Caregivers and family welcome. 905- 668-0530 (Debbie). TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY). a non-profit, weight-loss support group meets every Tuesday at the Ajax Alliance Church, 115 Ritchie Ave., Ajax, from 6 to 8 p.m. Men, women and teens welcome. 905-683-6234, topson5397@ gmail.com. ThE YORK-DURhAM APhASIA CENTRE. runs a group communication program for people with aphasia and other communication disabilities as a result of stroke, brain injury or brain illness. It is seeking volunteers for the Whitby program on Monday and Friday mornings and Friday after- noons. Volunteers provide support by participating in group conversation sessions. Training provided. 905-773-7758, ext. 6266, vbarber@marchofdimes.ca. COMMUNITY CARE DURhAM. needs volunteers to deliver meals for the Meals on Wheels programs in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa. Volunteers need to be available for an hour and a half between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. Volunteers also needed to drive clients to medical appointments. 905-430-5613, ext. 222, dnewton@communitycaredurham.on.ca (Denyse). ThE DURhAM ShORES ChORUS. is looking for new members in all vocal ranges. It’s for women of all ages. No experience necessary, just a passion for singing. 905-434- 1732. PICKERING ChESS CLUB. meets every Friday at Pick- ering’s Petticoat Creek Library Branch, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering, at 7 p.m. Kids and adults are welcome to come and play chess. STAMP CLUB. meets every second and fourth Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Main Branch of the Ajax Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave. S., and runs to June 28. (905-426- 3612, Don). PERINATAL BEREAVEMENT SERVICES ONTARIO. requires fundraising volunteers one or two afternoons per month in Ajax and Pickering. Offer valuable support to families dealing with infant loss. 905-472-1807, ext. 5323 (Nancy) or e-mail nancy.richardson@pbso.ca. AJAX TOASTMASTERS. meets on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Ajax High School, 105 Bayly St. E., Ajax. Contact Katie at 905-550-6130 or katie.toastmasters@gmail.com. ALZhEIMER SOCIETY OF DURhAM REGION. offers a caregiver support group on the second Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon at Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N., Ajax. Also at Orchard Villa Retire- ment Residence (Victoria Harbour Lounge), 1955 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering, on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 905-576-2567, info@alzheimerdurham.com. VON DURhAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS. Visitors are needed to help seniors maintain their independence either by visiting or exercising with them. All it takes is a commitment of once a week for one to two hours to put a smile on someone’s face. Call 905-571-3151 or 1-800- 263-7970 for more information. BRAIN TUMOUR SURVIVOR GROUP. meets on the first Thursday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres., Ajax. 1-800-265-5106. DURhAM STROKE RECOVERY GROUP. meets on Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at Westminster United Church, 1850 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby. New members and caregivers always welcome. 905-665-4673 (Amy). PICKERING VILLAGE SENIORS’ CLUB. hosts bridge on Satur- days at 7 p.m. at 29 Linton Ave., Ajax. The cost is $10 for an annual mem- bership and 50 cents to play. 905-683-8460. PICKERING VILLAGE SENIORS’ CLUB. women meet for crafts on Tuesdays from roughly 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 29 Linton Ave., Ajax. Take your own lunch; tea and cookies are served at noon and 2 p.m. If you live in Ajax but don’t drive, a bus picks people up and takes them home. 905- 683-8460. Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 12 AP 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 13 APFall Registration Show 2012 16th annual Friday August 24 • Saturday Augus t 2 5 at the Pickering Town Centre Register for gymnastics • dance • music • art • education • sports and more Durham Taekwondo/Karate Martial Arts PSB DANCE ACADEMY 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 14 AP WWW.DURHAMTAEKWONDO.CAPleasevisitourwebsiteforSummerCamps/March Break 905.492.3698 Boys &Girls -Ages 4 to 11 yrs old Full or Part Time Structured Activities Includes: •Progressive goal oriented martial arts curriculum &physical fitness •Homework (w/assistance)•Snack time •Quiet time/reading •Variety of Martial Arts sports games •How to handle the school yard bully •Life skills education &character development for healthy lifestyle habits create the desire to excel Pickup from 5:15pm -6:15pm Children can go home with their parents,have dinner and spend quality time together! A Constructive Alternative to Daycare! Boys &Girls -4 to 6 yrs,7 to 12 yrs &teen to adult Program Benefits Includes: •Unshakable Confidence •Balance &Co-ordination •Life Skills Education •Character Development •Interacting with Other Children •Courtesy &Respect •Martial Art Manners •Motor Skills Development •Co-operation •Leadership Abilities •Positive Attitude Daycare! Pick-up from schools inPickering&Ajax! Pick-up from schools in Pickering &Ajax! Pickering Town Centre List of Exhibitors in Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser’s 1. Jacquelines School of Dance 2. Laurie Shaw 3. Red Dragon Martial Arts 4. Scouts Canada 5. IQ Brainers 6. Planet Gymnastics 7. Denise Lester 8. News Advertiser 9. O’Donnell Irish Dance 10. The Harmony Center 11. Brimacombe 12. Ultimate Canadian Cheer 13. MMA World Academy 14. Durham Dance Centre 15. Pickering School of Ballet 16. Ryouko Martial Arts 17. 18. Durham Music 19. Pickering Athletic 20. Durham Taekwondo 21. Dance Inc. 22. Dance Experience 23. Exceptional Learning Fall Registration Show 2012 ES C A L A T O R S CENTRE COURT GU E S T S E R V I C E S LO W E R L E V E L BATH & BODY WORKS BLUENOTES 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 23 7 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 8 As the school season starts up, some parents will be looking for childcare or afterschool activities their child can participate in. The facility itself o ers an aesthetically pleasing and safe environment. Parents are encouraged to watch classes in the spacious glass viewing area without interrupting students. Durham Taekwondo/Karate Martial Arts guarantees a safe, fun and exciting environment while their students develop the self-conﬁ dence they need to succeed. Many parents say after their child has been taking classes with Durham Taekwondo that the child has increased their self-conﬁ dence, motivation and desire to excel. Durham Taekwondo/Karate Martial Arts o ers their transported Kick Smart TMAfter School Program for ages 4 to 12 years old. Your child is picked up at their school and taken to Durham Taekwondo for one low price, making it easy to eliminate childcare costs. The program has been created to enhance the overall development of your child, and to provide a productive alternative to childcare at a lesser cost. This is accomplished through the combination of certiﬁ ed teachers and martial artists. The Kick SmartTM program provides assistance with schoolwork and is structured so that the students develop the habit of completing homework daily as well as participating in regular exercise through their martial arts curriculum. There is an anti- bullying curriculum which is taught in both the after school and regular programs. The Kick SmartTM After School Program is very ﬂ exible when it come to the convenience of picking up your child. You can pick them up after work any time between 5:15 to 6:15pm. Taekwondo teaches the students many di erent mental attributes; these attributes include: self-discipline, self-control, conﬁ dence, and a stress free mind. Some of the physical traits your child will develop are speed, balance, agility and strength. For those not requiring afterschool care Durham Taekwondo o ers regular evening and weekend classes for anyone over the age of 4. The program curriculum is designed speciﬁ cally for each age group, Little Dragons are 4 to 6yrs, Kids Club is 7 to 12yrs, and Teens and Adults. There is even a Black Belt Club for those that have that extra competitive edge and are interested in tournament training. Durham Taekwondo/Karate Martial Arts is a member of the Ontario Taekwondo Association. Their classes di er from other Taekwondo classes as they are taught by renowned instructors who are internationally recognized for their contributions to the sport of Taekwondo. Master Soﬁ a Hovnanian is a 4th Dan Black Belt who has received the highest recognition form the World Taekwondo Federation for promoting education in the sport. Master Soﬁ a has also been recognized locally for her contributions to her community receiving the 2011 Amateur Sports Award for the City of Pickering. All programming and Instructor training is overseen by 8th Dan Black Belt, Grand Master Felix Ayensu. Durham Taekwondo is a fantastic way to strengthen your child’s mind, body and spirit by helping them to create healthy habits that they will carry on in life. Conveniently located to serve both Ajax and Pickering at 1550 Bayly St., Unit 32 in Pickering, Durham Taekwondo/ Martial Arts Inc. will give your child the drive they need to become successful in both their personal and community life. For more information you can go to their website at www.durhamtaekwondo.ca or call them directly at (905) 492-3698. Durham Taekwondo promotes unshakeable conﬁ dence, respect and perseverance in your child 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 15 APFall Registration Show 2012ADVERTISING FEATURE 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 16 AP 1503 Sandy Beach Rd.,Pickering www.pickeringathleticcentre.com 905-839-5260 REGISTERNOW FOR FALL!! Pickering Athletic Centreyou’ll flip over us! Fully Air Conditioned Gymnastics Tr ampoline Camps •Parties We now offer Dance classes! Fun for all ages! PickeringAthleticCentrey 401 Bay ly St. B r o c k R d . S a n d y B e a c h R d . L i v e r p o o l N 2011Diamond R E D D R AG O NMARTIALARTSACADEMY 416-951-RDMA (7362) www.reddragonajax.com •reddragonajax@gmail.com 10-55 Mills Road,Ajax,ON.L1S 2H2 Red Dragon Martial Arts Academy Is dedicated to providing the best martial art training to our students. They accomplish Respect,Discipline and Courtesy while filling themselves with the courage and self confidence to help them in all aspects of life! If this is something you would like to see develop in your child,then you have found the right place!!! Enroll your child today!See the difference tomorrow! For additional information,contact Keith Holme. •5 Days per week Mon-Fri •Bus pick up from selected schools in Ajax •Healthy snacks •Homework supervision •Structured activities •Martial arts class •Parent pick up by 6pm •All day program on PD days RESPECT COURAGE DISCIPLINE CONFIDENCE JAPANESE &BRAZILIAN JU-JITSU, TAE KWON DO WEAPONS,LADIES SELF DEFENSE,YOGA MARTIAL ARTS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FREETRIALCLASSES PSB Dance Academy is under the direction of Karen Davies Thomas. Karen is a graduate of the National Ballet School and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Honours Degree from York University. Since its humble beginnings in 1989 when PSB ﬁ rst opened its doors, the school has grown to over 350 students and continues to focus on teaching a strong classical ballet in both the Cecchetti and the Royal Academy of Dance styles. PSB o ers recreational and intensive daytime & evening classes for ages 3 to adult in Creative Movement, Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Repertoire, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Acro, Tap, Stretch & Strength, Musical Theatre, Jazzercise. PSB also o ers adult classes in Beginner Ballet, Advanced Ballet, Stretch & Strength & Jazzercise. Among its ﬁ nest dance teachers are John Ottman, former artistic director of Quinte Ballet School, Martine Lusignan, Faye Rauw, Christina Neves Tughan, Bretonie Burchell, Ruby Moreno, Kendal Charbonneau, Jannine Saarinen, Erin Poole, Chrissy Burrows, Lucie Ward, Nicole Marrello, Emma Martin and Rachel Zinck. PSB o ers a recreational division as well as an intensive dance training program for talented students who wish to pursue a professional career in dance or continue to a teaching career. Because of the excellent dance training provided at PSB, many of our students are accepted at Canada’s most prestigious dance schools: the National Ballet School of Canada, Royal Winnipeg Ballet School and Alberta Ballet School. Our students are rewarded with high school credits, university scholarships, dance teacher’s qualiﬁ cations and professional training. The intensive division is designed for gifted, highly motivated students who wish to be considered for RAD or Cecchetti ballet exams and/or participation in PSB’s acclaimed performing company “Proﬁ le Dance Company” and/or our PSB Competitive Team under the direction of Karen Davies Thomas and Christina Neves Tughan. PSB also works in partnership with Dunbarton High School in Pickering to provide a quality dance program during the day for all students in grade 9 to 12. Students will attain professional dance training while acquiring the high school diploma. If you would like more information on our school for any of our recreational, intensive or high school programs, please visit our website at www.psbdanceacademy.ca or call 416-284-6784. Whether your child is the next prima ballerina or simply loves to dance, PSB has a space for you. Some of PSB Dance Academy student achievements: Noah Long, Goh Ballet & National Ballet of Canada, 2nd soloist, Erin Poole, ProArte Danza Company member, 1 year apprentice, academie mediterraneane in Marseille, France & Montreal guest dancer, Elena Vazintaris, New York, danced at MTV Video Music Awards, various music videos, Nike Dance Ads, Choreographer, Austin Sora, New York, Internship at Complexions Contemporary Ballet & Alvin Ailey Summer scholarship, Allison Gibbons, 1 year apprentice, academie mediterraneane in Marseille, France, Charlene Gibbons, New York, Alvin Ailey Summer Scholarship, Ryerson Dance, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Proarte Danza Summer, Chrissy Burrows, Goh Ballet, Edmonton School of Ballet, Ballet B.C., France, Karen Weigold, Courtney Holland, Tanya Stewart, Austin Sora, Abby Jurgeneit, Rebekah Bloomﬁ eld, National Ballet School and Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Jannine Saarinen, Jay & Dance Projects, Nuit Blanche, George Brown Dance, Amy Loyst, National Ballet School, Boston Ballet, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Quinte Ballet, B.C. Arts Umbrella, Numerous overall winnings at local competitions, Rising Star, Terpsichore, Shine, Luv 2 Dance and many more. Parent Testimonial Words can’t convey how indebted we are to Karen Davies Thomas and her two studios; Interplay and PSB. We came to her through old fashioned computer research after having been told we needed to “ﬁ nd teachers with credentials and experience” in order to get the hours and quality of instruction my daughter needed. After consulting the internet, one name came up repeatedly: “Karen Davies Thomas”. I asked those in the dance business if they had heard of her and was she recommended? Not only did everyone light up at the mention of her name, but she was universally heralded as “one of the best”. I write this because I would like to add my voice to this chorus to help anyone looking for a studio, whether for professional or recreational reasons. I’ve come to understand that dance is built on solid a technical foundation and “Miss Karen’s” sta are the best in the business. The studios are state of the art and spacious. From Mr. John Ottmann, to the rest of her impeccably chosen faculty, one can be assured that a solid technical foundation will occur and will instill in the student a love of all that is dance, art and discipline. This one year at PSB/Interplay transformed my daughter from one who had been poorly taught and bullied at a local comp studio to a blossoming young dancer who dances with joy and passion again - with the technique to boot! She loved it all - the ballet, jazz, modern and contemporary/lyrical. We were so happy when she was accepted into National Ballet School this year and the NBS noted we did well having her train here. We LOVE Karen Davies Thomas, this studio, the sta and the students and families associated with PSB/Interplay. If you are looking for an excellent studio, look no further! Alumni Testimonial “My mother enrolled me at P.S.B. Dance Academy when I was 8 years old. I had already been dancing for about 4 years and had tried programs at two other dance studios in the area. My love for dance, particularly ballet, was already very apparent and we were attracted to P.S.B., because the director, Karen Davies Thomas, seemed to o er superior training and an obvious passion for teaching the importance of ballet technique. I trained at P.S.B. until I was 18 years old. Not only did I receive the outstanding ballet instruction that I had originally enrolled for, I was exposed to and trained in all types of dance; di erent jazz styles, contemporary, tap, hip hop, acro, modern, lyrical, musical theatre, pointe, character and national dance. In addition to the program, there is the opportunity to be a part of the Proﬁ le Dance Company - a group of dancers ranging in age, who want to further explore dance styles and choreography. We performed at retirement homes, galas, elementary schools, weddings and annual Nutcracker performances. Although in my younger years, I had been a fairly shy child, performing with the Proﬁ le Dance Company helped me discover and cultivate an amazing passion and love for performance. I also joined the P.S.B. competitive team and we competed across Ontario. I loved the competition aspect but particularly enjoyed how emphasis was equally placed on performance. Our year- end recitals always displayed and showcased the technique, maturity and professionalism we were being taught through ‘Miss Karen’ and the other teachers at the school. In addition, P.S.B. provided me with other opportunities - completing my Cecchetti and R.A.D. ballet examinations, doing a variety of auditions, international competitions and a trip to Marseille, France where we participated in a rigorous dance program directed by prestigious teachers and choreographers. Being a student at P.S.B. has enriched my life to immeasurable lengths. I learned about dedication, imagination, humility, respect, conﬁ dence and pursuing my passion. I am now 22 years old and a professional free-lance dancer and honoured to be a teacher and choreographer at P.S.B. Dance Academy and its’ sister school, Interplay School of Dance. My training has enabled me to be a well-rounded dancer performing a wide variety of dance styles and shows. I’m currently performing with two contemporary ballet companies; ProArte Danza, in Toronto, and Compagnie Flak in Montreal. I work for many independent choreographers as well and have performed at the Elgin Theatre, the Harborfront Centre and Kroener Hall to name a few. I am proud and thankful to say that my experience at P.S.B. Dance Academy has shaped me into the artist, teacher, choreographer, and person I am today” PSB DANCE ACADEMY TWO EAST TORONTO LOCATIONS Fall Registration Show 2012 ADVERTISING FEATURE 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 17 AP Karen Davies Thomas,Director Cecchetti (Fellow),A.I.S.T.D.(National),A.I.S.T.D.(Modern),Royal Academy of Dance Te acher’s Certificate;BFA Honours Degree,Yo rk University;National Ballet School Te acher’s Tr aining Program PSB DANCE ACADEMY 91 Ry lander Blvd (Port Union &Kingston)416.284.6784 2351 Kingston Rd (Midland &Kingston)416.261.9312 JOHN OTTMANN,FORMER ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF QUINTE BALLET SCHOOL •Creative Movement •Ballet (Cecchetti &RAD exam program) •Modern,Contemporar y,Ta p •Jazz,Hip Hop,Acro •Musical Theatre,Ly rical •Profile Dance Company •Daytime Children &Adult Program Chrissy Burrows Intensive Cecchetti Ballet Kendal Charbonneau Jazz,Ta p,Acro,Dunbarton Allison Gibbons Junior Ballet,Modern,Jazz Mar tine Lusignan Intensive Ballet Nicole Marrello Intensive Junior &Te en Ballet Christina Neves Tu ghan Advanced and Intensive Jazz,Dunbarton FA LL 2012 REGISTRATION Aug.24 &25 -Pickering To wn Centre Aug.28 &30 5-8pm -PSB •Sept.4 &6 -5-8pm -PSB Intensive &recreational classes for ages 3 yrs to adult at two east To ronto locations PSB &Dunbar ton High School offer a combined academic and professional dance program Call 416.284.6784 to join this fall! Erin Poole Junior,Advanced and Intensive Jazz Faye Rauw Intensive Lyrical,Musical Theatre,Dunbarton Jannine Saarinen Musical Theatre,Recreational and Intensive Modern,Adult,Junior Ballet Adam Sergison Guest Te acher Lucie Wa rd Profile Dance Company and Intensive rehearsals Rachel Zinck Intensive &Recreational Ballet www.psbdanceacademy.ca 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 18 AP “I love to listen to the parents as they drop o their children at the dance studio. They almost always say, Bye, have fun! From the 3 year olds in Creative Dance to the senior competitive team members – our dancers are encouraged to ENJOY their classes. Even when they are working so hard the sweat is dripping o their nose – it should still be fun! Even our famous dancing dads have fun!” “From almost the moment they can stand, children begin to wiggle and dance to express themselves (girls and boys, I might add!). Sometimes still on their hands and knees they will rock back and forth to music. That instinctive, natural love for dance is what we as dance teachers should be nurturing and encouraging. Good technique does not develop in a day or a month. We believe that if a child has a pleasant experience at a dance class, that child will leave the class happy and looking forward to returning. Good attendance and enjoyment of the class is the ﬁ rst step to good technique! If that child enjoys dance class all year long, and has a great time at the Recital, not only will they be excited to return in September, they usually also want to take more classes and develop even stronger technique! One day you turn around and realize that those “children” have become conﬁ dent, outgoing, talented, well-rounded young dancers,” says Terri Robitaille. “The Dance Experience has been raising happy, healthy dancers for over 20 years.” They o er classes in BALLET, JAZZ, TAP, HIP HOP, MUSICAL THEATRE, ACRO AND CREATIVE MOVEMENT. They o er classes for beginner to advanced dancers, both at a recreational and a competitive level, as well as optional Ballet exams. All classes o ered for students six years and younger are taught by studio owner and director Terri Robitaille, who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a major in Dance (Education and Performance) and who has been specializing in the teaching of young children for over 25 years. All of their teachers are experts in their speciﬁ c ﬁ elds of dance and have a strong love of both children and dance education. Our small class sizes enable our teachers to provide personal attention and quality training to each individual student. They feature one beautiful year-end recital where every dancer has the chance to shine on stage! Routines are all age appropriate and entertaining and audiences are always more than impressed! Costumes are also always appropriate and reasonably priced - based on quality dancewear that can be worn all year. Classes are also very reasonably priced and generous discounts are o ered for families. There are no registration fees or administration fees ever, and the payments are divided into ﬁ ve installments per year. As an example, an hour-long “Dance Beginners” class for ﬁ ve year olds is only $75 every six weeks. “We invite you to visit our website at www.danceexperience.ca for more information, or contact Terri at 905-686- 8335 or terri@danceexperience.ca.” “Wherever you dance, we sincerely wish you a very happy Dance Experience!” The Dance Experience is located at 153-1895 Clements Rd in Pickering. Looking for a Positive Dance Experience? Located at3HarwoodAve.,S.,suite 201-204,Ajax,L1S 2C1 Director:Keri Clark M.B.A.T.D., A.C.D.T.A.and A.D.A.P.T.Tr aining www.rhythmmakers.ca (905)427-9959 Rythm Makers Dance Studionowin3rdseason.Offering classes for 21/5 yrs to Adult:Comboclasses,Tiny Rhythms,Acro,Ballet/Pointe,Ta p,Jazz,Modern/Contemporary,Lyrical,MusicalTheatre,Hip Hop Drama,Zumba and New Socasize. Professional Faculty with over 50 years combinedteachingexperience.Exams available.Local Annual Recital. Registration Dates:August 21,and 23rd,August 28-30th 5:30 to 8pm.September 1 and 3rd 9am-12pm September 4-6th 0-8pm. Classes starting Saturday Sept 8th. Nominee Best dance studio 2011 ICE SKATINGINSTRUCTIONSINCE19722012-13FALL/WINTER Check our website for session times & registration information. www.skatecanada-pickering.com Lo cated at the Pickering Recreation Complex •PreSchool (ages 3-5)30 minutes on ice sessions •CanSkate (ages 5 to adult)50 minutes on ice sessions •Te en (14+)/Adult –50 minutes on ice sessions LEARN-TO-SKATE: •CanPower (ages 7 and up)50 minutes on ice sessions POWER SKATING FOR HOCKEY &RINGETTE •STARSkate (Junior,Intermediate &Senior levels) FIGURE SKATING Fall Registration Show 2012 ADVERTISING FEATURE 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 19 AP QUALITY DANCE TRAINING THAT FOCUSES ON FUN! WE OFFER: •Ages 3 &up •Programs suitable for beginners •No administration or registration fees EVER! •Recreational &Competitive Programs •Pay for only 6 weeks at a time •Generous Family Discounts •Beautiful year-end recital •Optional Exam Wo rk HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS WHO LOVE KIDS! TERRI ROBITAILLE DIRECTOR,B.F.A.DANCE, AWA RD WINNING CHOREOGRAPHER, SPECIALIZING IN 3-5 YEAR OLDS www.danceexperience.ca CALL TERRI AT 905.686.8335 153 -1895 CLEMENTS RD.,PICKERING For a Happy Dance Experience... VISIT US AT OUR BOOTH AT THE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE FA LL REGISTRATION SHOW Ballet Musical Theatr e Ta p Creative Jazz Hip Hop Acr o Lyrical /Contemporary OPEN REGISTRATION WILL ALSO BE HELD AT THE STUDIO: TUESDAY AUGUST 28TH &WEDNESDAY AUGUST 29TH FROM 6:30-8PM. 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The students and faculty are again looking forward to the start of another thrilling year of dance. Register now to be part of this exciting dance studio, an awesome place for you and your child to be part of. The studio o ers quality classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acro, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Pre- ballet, Combination classes, Musical Theatre and Lyrical. For the Adults – Tap and Hip Hop. A dance studio is only as good as its teachers and the DLDA has some of the most creative and capable teachers in the business. Recreational or serious, all classes are taught by experienced, fully qualiﬁ ed teachers who believe that every student in class is important. DLDA kicked o the new season with an exciting “Dance Intensive” o ering the students new and exciting dance forms. DLDA’s Summer Dance Intensive runs every summer where you can have the opportunity to work with top choreographers and learn cutting edge choreography. Classes starting in September are suitable for the recreational dancer or the serious competitive dancer, age three through to adult, beginner to advanced. There is no registration fee to sign up. You just pay for your ﬁ rst eight weeks of classes. The season runs September through to June and ends with two, completely di erent, spectacular recitals. The fortieth anniversary recital was a huge success. One of the most brilliant, on stage displays of children’s talents and ability. The DLDA recitals are conducted with the utmost of organization by the faculty so the parents can sit, watch and enjoy the most wonderful dance recital to be seen. You will be thrilled and delighted watching your child perform the work that they have worked so hard to learn. The academy o ers exams in Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Acro. DLDA has not lost sight of today’s economy by keeping classes and recital costumes to a reasonable price, o ering family discounts and easy to handle eight week payments. The competitive team boasts of wonderfully successful competitive seasons year after year. The past season was no exception with our dancers returning home with many overall awards of excellence with the highest mark of the competition being won by the senior troupe and the choreographers award was presented to the DLDA teachers 4 times. The competitive team proudly supported the community by performing for “Art Fest” for two senior citizen homes during the year and ran an anti-bullying campaign. The entire studio took part in collecting Christmas presents and donating them to “Children’s Aid”. DLDA has expanded their Pre-Competitive Team. Perfect for those dancers who would like to compete but with slightly less of a commitment than what is needed for the main stream competitive team. Many of our competitive dancers have gone onto very successful careers in dance, like Sara Wood and Christina Matos who are enjoying their summer dancing at “Canada’s Wonderland”. The studio is always looking for talented, ambitious dancers to join the team and be part of the new exciting year which is about to start. You can visit the web site at www. deniselesterdance.com to read about the alumni’s who are performing anywhere from Broadway to Vegas in shows such as “How To Suceed In Business, and on the popular TV program “So You Think You Can Dance”. Whether dancing for you is just once a week for fun or something that you would like to take seriously you and your child can have the opportunity to be taught by this wonderfully successful faculty of teachers who accomplish so much with their students. Call Denise at 905-839-3041or e-mail her at dldance@ hotmail.com, come to the booth at Pickering Town Center August 24th and 25th. Visit the Bayly Street studio August 22nd and 23rd 11:00 – 3:00, Aug 28th and 30th, Sept 5th & 6th 5:00 - 7:00 and Sat. Sept. 8th 11 – 1:00. Denise would love to help you ﬁ nd the perfect class for your child or for yourself. Denise Lester Dance Academy serving dancers for over 40 years Fall Registration Show 2012 ADVERTISING FEATURE 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 21 AP 1550 Bayly St.Unit 24 &25 By phone 905-839-3041 Vi sit our booth at the Pickering To wn Centre August 24 and 25 Accepting new registrations now www.deniselesterdance.com Quality classes in: Denise Lester M.B.A.T.D Ballet,Ta p,Jazz,Modern Suzie Cunliffe-Brown M.B.A.T.D Ta p,Modern,Ballet We ndy Scharien M.B.A.T.D Ta p,Modern,Ballet Ta mmy Va nderstarren B.A.T.D Ballet,Ta p,Modern,and Acro Brandi Ferreira B.A.T.D Ballet,Modern,Ta p and Acro Sara Wo od B.A.T.D Modern,Ta p,Ballet,Acro Paige Murray B.A.T.D Ballet,Modern,Ta p Lauren Wightman B.A.T.D Ballet,Modern,Ta p and Acro Faculty: Where many professional dancers made their first entrance.Wi th students dancing on professional stages in To ronto,Ve gas,Stratford,on Broadway (in How to Succeed in Business,Fosse,Guys and Dolls,Damn Ya nkees), on the hit TV show So Yo u Think Yo u Can Dance &choreographing for cruise ships,Disney &Wo nderland. Dance Tr ainingDanceTrainingBEST!BEST!at it'satit's Highly qualified,Highly qualified, Aw ard Wi nning Faculty.Aw ard Wi nning Faculty. Te achers who care about every child in class.Te achers who care about every child in class. The Perfect Studio for Yo u and Yo ur ChildtoBelongto! Open House Aug.22 &23:11am -3pm Aug.28 &30:5pm -7:30pm Sept.5 &6:5pm -7pm Sept.8:11am -1pm or in Augustthestudiois open every Tu esday and Thursday 5:00 -7:00 •Ballet,Pointe,Pre-Ballet,Combination classes,Jazz,Ta p, Acro,Musical Theatre,Lyrical for 9 year olds and up,Contemporary,Hip Hop,Adult classes. •Competitive and Pre-Competitive Te am •Classes 3 years to advanced &suitable for recreation dancers or serious students. •NO REGISTRATION FEES! •Vi ewing Wi ndows 2011AwardWinner At Jacqueline’s School of Dance, we know how important after-school activities are for all children. Extra-curricular activities assist our youth in the development of a wide variety of life skills: social development, cooperation & team work, discipline while having fun, and the importance of staying physically active. We proudly instill these values at our studio, a happy second home to dancers of all ages and ability levels. Our dancers start their journey in the Primary Program. Classes for our 3-6 year olds were designed by Jacqueline Willis and are based in extensive knowledge of Early Childhood Education, Dance, and being a mother. These interactive and exciting classes keep our youngest dancers engaged and active and our combo classes exposes dancers to three disciplines (jazz, tap, ballet) in one class session. After our year-end showcase, one of our primary parents said, “I just want to say how much we enjoyed the nal concert. My whole family (16 of us!) were so thrilled at the routines and the choice of music for the dances. It was so nice to be able to watch a show and see great dancing.” We also are proud of our Recreational Program for dancers of all ages. We o er classes in all styles of dance, with contemporary and pointe beginning as they reach their teenage years. Whether it is musical theatre, ballet, tap, or all three, dancers nd a welcoming home at JSOD. We encourage everyone, regardless of level, to always challenge themselves to be the best they can be. Our recreational dancers have the opportunity to participate in examinations and are the shining stars of our year end recitals. JSOD is also home to a newly developed Part- Time Competitive Program, for the advanced recreational dancer who enjoys dancing and wants to take it to the next level without a huge time commitment. These dancers take class and compete in jazz, musical theatre, acro, and contemporary. Although this program welcomes students of all ages, it is an open door for dancers who decide to take up dance seriously in their teens. Our Part-Time dancers attend competitions with our Full- Time team and compete against teams who train similarly. One of our current students in this program wrote to us saying, “this has been excellent for me to both improve my technique and get the chance to perform multiple times throughout the year...it has allowed me to be able to explore many dance genres, while keeping a limited number of hours per week. I love my time at the studio and all of the opportunities the Part-Time program has given me.” Finally, our Full-Time Competitive Program is for the student who wants to make dance their main activity. We are home to groups in every age range and are proud of our studio productions, which involve the entire team. These dancers develop self-con dence, discipline, and an understanding of what it means to be a team player. We strive to make sure our competitive students are well- rounded dancers with a keen understanding of their bodies, technique, and creativity. This past season, our team attended ve competitions and brought home over 200 overall and special awards. JSOD’s teachers are trained in the Paula Morgan Technique. This technique helps our sta to individualize their teaching method for each student according to their body. We believe that as more dancers of various shapes and sizes begin to take dance more seriously, we need to be equipped with the knowledge to help our dancers build strong, healthy bodies without injury. Since establishing this technique within the studio, we have watched our dancers grow stronger and more con dent. The sky is the limit for our students! We make it a priority to develop a speci c program for each dancer that walks through our doors. We work to ensure that our students and parents are comfortable and con dent that the training they are receiving is ful lling their expectations. Whether your intention is to pursue a career as a dancer, or simply to stay active and have fun, JSOD has a place for you and your family! Jacqueline’s School of Dance 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 22 AP Picke ring (905) 839-7669 1755 Plummer St.,Unit 8, Whitby (905) 665-1990 105 Industrial Dr.Unit 4&5 Pare nt &To t Kinder Gym Te en Gymnastics Recreational Gymnastics Advanced Recreational Trampoline Vo ted #1 Gymnastics Facility 4 Ye ars in a ro w! CA N’T MAKE OPEN HOUSE? COME IN ANYTIME FOR A TO UR. CA LL OUR FA CILITIES TO GET OUR OFFICE HOURS. OPEN HOUSE BOTH LO CATIONS AU GUST 20TH 5:30 to 8 pm COME AND SEE WHY WE ARE THE #1 GYM IN DURHAM REGION Put Yo ur Little Olympian in Durham's #1 Gymnastics Facility. www.planetgymnastics.ca Fall Registration Show 2012 ADVERTISING FEATURE 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 23 APREGISTERNOWFORFALLDANCECLASSES The place yo u star t,the place yo u st ay... REGISTRATION/TOURS AT THE STUDIO: THURS AU G 23,9-7 FRI AU G 24,9-3 MON AU G 27,5-8 TUES AU G 28,5-8 WED AU G 29,5:00-8:00 THURS AU G 30,4:00-7:00 OR COME AND VISIT US AT THE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE FA LL REGISTRATION SHOW (MALL HOURS) 1735 Bayly Street #18 SE Corner of Bayly &Brock 905-420-7399 www.jacquelines-schoolofdance.com All 3-6 year old classes have been specifically designed by Jacqueline Willis,who combined her dance and E.C.E.knowledge to create a unique program. •BALLET •TA P •JAZZ •HIP HOP •LY RICAL •CONTEMPORARY •AC RO •MUSICAL THEATRE •RECREATIONAL &COMPETITIVE • •CLASSES FOR ALL AG ES • Special Combo Classes Ballet,Jazz and Ta p (for 4-6 year olds) Ja cqueline’s School of Dance WHY CHOOSE US? Fully Qualified and Dedicated Fa culty JSOD’s teachers are trained in the Pa ula Morgan Te chnique.Th is technique helps our staff to individualize their teaching method for each student according to their body. Customer Service Our reception staff is available to assist during all studio hours.Our costumes are hassle-free. Spacious Dance Studios Our studios are equipped with professional sound systems,mirrors to floor and wood sprung,Rosco covered flooring to ensure the safety of our students. Fa mily Oriented Environment Pa rents and siblings are welcome to view live feed videos of all classes while waiting in the reception area. Convenient Options Our schedule allows students the opportunity to take several disciplines back to back and accommodates families with multiple children. ON FRI AU G 24TH AND SAT AU G 25TH TWINKLE TO ES Intro to Ballet and Dance Th rough Creative Movement (for 3-4 year olds) One of the only studios in Durham using the Pa ula Morgan Te chnique. Acro -Ay e Carumba (age 7) Contemporary Romero and Juliette (age 12 and up)Jazz -Royal T (6 and up) 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 24 AP (*except Pointe Shoes) Pointe Shoes fittings by appointment only Sale starts August 21,2012 &ends September 30,2012 15%off*Everything in the Store www.sequinsplus.ca 377 Wilson Rd.S.OSHAWA (905)433-2319 LEARN-TO-TWIRL BATON 10 We ek Lear n-to-Twirl Session $125 Recreational,Competitive and Pompom classes also available Ages 4 &up Fo r more information on the Comets Ba ton Club contact To nya at 905-666-8007 or ajaxcomets@hotmail.com •www.ajaxcomets.ca free tr ia l cla ss! Programs for the whole family!Ta ekwon doXSdGymnaSTicScardioFiTneSSLiTTLedraGonS Adult and youth classes available (ages 3 and up). for more information visit www.ryoUKomartialarts.com ☎416.284.8861 |91 Rylander Blvd.Unit 1-21,Scarborough,ON M1B 5M5 Memories made at Durham Dance Centre While the memory of my ﬁ rst dance class has long since faded, as many things of value do, into a hazy memory, covered in layer of dust, untouched for the past 15 years. This void in my brain has since been replaced by thousands of new memories, most of which are tied back to Durham Dance Centre. DDC has been a place for me to express, impress, and escape the world, for 15 years. Over the past 20 years it has been a place for hundreds of students to call home. It has hosted some of North America’s most amazing dancers and choreographers both as students and guest teachers, and has been a place of inspiration to many. Personally, dance has taught me self-confidence, self- discipline, and self-worth. It has shown me that I am much better than I think and braver than I seem. It has taught me much more than my mother had ever imagined when she first signed me up at Durham Dance Centre. Her goal for me was to gain coordination and make new friends but little did she know that the decision to enroll me at Durham Dance Centre would end up shaping the person that I have become. The person that I have grown to love. There are a multitude of studios surrounding the Durham region and the talent at each is undoubtedly striking, but the one thing that my mother, amongst many, found captivating at DDC is the heart. The whole studio works as a unit. It doesn’t matter if you’re old or young, competitive or recreational, girl or boy, we are all a family. Everyone supports each other, helps each other and loves each other. At competitions the crowd is always filled with dancers cheering on every routine. At adjudication, the dancers always support each other no matter who takes first place. Even the year- end recital is full of too much love to contain. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house when my company was bidding their final goodbyes this past June. Having tangible evidence that people will miss your presence and solidifying the bond that we have made is something that I’ll never forget. I had no idea that on my first day of dance, standing timidly in my new pink tights and bodysuit, that the girls and boys in my class would later turn into some of the most important people in my life. I had no idea that my teacher would become less of a metronome to my steps and more of a mentor, second mother, and friend. Tammy Roberts, my first and last dance teacher, is a role model to all of the students, parents and colleagues. She will always push you to reach your full potential and never lets you give up. Having her as a teacher has made me a stronger and more confident individual and I owe her a great deal, although she would never truly let me repay her. The studio is filled to the brim with phenomenal teachers, some of whom were taught at DDC themselves, who provide their dancers with a great deal of knowledge and fun. There is truly never a dull moment. These past 15 years at DDC have helped me organize my priorities and understand what truly matters in this world. It’s not about winning awards (which we do), or being taught by renowned choreographers (which we are), it’s about heart. It’s about kindness and unity and being a part of something bigger than yourself. And that’s exactly what you find at Durham Dance Centre. They o er classes in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Pointe, Acro, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Kinderdance, Stretch, Zumba, and Mom & Tot. For more information she invites you to visit Durham Dance Centre at the Pickering Town Centre registration booth on August 24th and 25th. Please also feel free to call 905-837-2528 or visit their website at www.durhamdancecentre.com. Fall Registration Show 2012 ADVERTISING FEATURE 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 25 AP DURHAM DA NCE CENTRE 17 55 Plummer St.Units 12 ,13 ,14,Pickering CA LL FOR A FREE BROCHURE 905-837-2528 or email www.durhamdancecentre@rogers.com DURHAM Dance CENTRE CLASSES OFFERED FOR BOYS &GIRLS: •Kinderdance •Ballet •Po inte •Jazz •Hip Hop •Ly rical •Acro •Ta p •Musical Theatre •Adult Pilates •Stretch and Te chnique •Mom &To t •Adult Classes •Zumba DURHAM DA NCE CENTRE OFFERS: •Competitive,Recreational and Pa rt Time Competitive Classes •Ages two and up •Three spacious studios with viewing windows •Ye ar End Show at Markham Theatre •R.A.D.Ballet Exams •Summer classes and Fa ll Workshops •Fa mily discounts available As Durham Dance Centre Inc.enters it’s 21st Season,it is still as magical as it’s Fr uitition.With high energy classes in both the recreational and competitive levels,you and your child will always leave with a smile. Come see where the magic and contagious energy begins!Durham Dance Centre will always have you wa nting more! CLASSES START SEPTEMBER 10TH 2012 OPEN HOUSE COME IN FOR A FREE TRIAL CLASS OR TO REGISTER ON: TUESDAY AU GUST 28,2012 6:0 0-9:0 0PM WEDNESDAY AU GUST 29,2012 6:0 0-9:0 0PM COME VISIT US AT THE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE AU GUST 24,25 (MALL HOURS) TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4,2012 6:00-9:00PM WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 5,2012 6:00-9:00PM MONDAY SEPTEMBER 10,2012 6:00-9:00PM TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 11,2012 6:00-9:00PM WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 12,2012 6:00-9:00PM REGISTRATION DATESNew&Returning Students “Be The Best Yo u Can Be” Artistic Director Ta mmy Roberts R.A.D.,D.M.A,A.D.A.P.T www.durhamdancecentre.com ...that’s right, that’s the contact information for DANCE INC.; and you won’t want to wait too long to contact them to ﬁ nd out what all the hype is about! Five Voted Durham’s No. 1 Dance Studio, for 2011/12, there’s no doubt that DANCE INC. is aptly named...it’s all about the love and celebration of dance here at this 8000 sq. ft. state of the art facility in Ajax...DANCE INC. As a new family to Dance Inc., we noticed as we drove in, dancer silhouettes adorning windows, music wafting from the doors, and students anxiously awaiting their summer classes. It was a Tuesday in August when we entered the sparkling clean studio, and quite frankly, we were surprised to see that the business was a hub of activity in what is traditionally dances o season. But at Dance Inc., they’re dancing 24/7; 12 months a year...ALL AGES, BOYS, GIRLS AND THEIR PARENTS. They o er a full range of classes aiming to o er something for every age group, including, Recreational, Competitive, Adult, Boys Only and “Mini Me” Mom and Infant classes. They’re leading the industry, o ering full and part time competitive programs, inspiring summer classes, THE BAD BOYZ OF DANCE INC. (their All Boys Fitness and Hip hop Classes), themed summer day camps and a full roster of classes starting SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th! The Primary Program (ages 2.5 to 7) introduce classes geared to generate enthusiasm among their young proteges, like Mini Movers, Funkey Monkey, Tutu Cute & Tumble Tots for young dancers who are curious about dance and all it has to o er. Their Recreational Dance Program o ers a variety of levels and classes in each discipline ensuring that there is a dance challenge awaiting each of their students from the age of 7 to adult. The faculty of encouraging and committed dance professionals are invested in making each students experience a positive one in the studio and out. Along with this inspiring faculty their well-organized, top notch, administrative team leave you feeling informed, updated and sure you made the right choice in choosing DANCE INC. It appears that this studio truly is “DANCE INCORPORATED”, with innovation and creativity in dance professionalism being their mandate as they pro-actively lead the dance industry. After interviewing the Owners and Directors of Dance Inc, Breanne and Je Wong, it’s clear that this studio’s reputation for inspiring one child at a time in the love of dance and their unique approach to the art form starts with the young couple. Entering their 7th year of operation, and their 2nd year in their new facility, the couple are clearly excited about the impact they’ve had here in Durham. “We’re deﬁ nitely proud of our accomplishments and the positive word of mouth of our clientele,” says Je . “We want to be known as the studio that sets the standard for dance technique, o ering new and creative instruction in a family friendly environment where each student can be the best that they can be.” “We dance to express not to impress here at Dance Inc.” says Breanne, and after having been active in the dance industry for over 20 years each, we know we can o er our dancers highly e ective instruction and motivation as well as some real world dance experience and advice to those who want to pursue the dance industry professionally.” They may dance to express, but impress they certainly do at DANCE INC. We were wowed by the positive vibe of the studio, the helpfulness of their sta , and the smiles on the faces of their young students...we saw lessons in progress in each of their 4 studios via the lobby’s STUDIOCAM and watched videos of their ANNUAL sold out year end show. Dance Inc. swag dancewear, was available for purchase and their price points for classes are highly competitive and are quoted on their informative website. Free trial classes can be taken during DANCE INC.’S OPEN HOUSE August 28 to 30th and you can speak to the DANCE INC. team at the Pickering Town Centre during the Registration show Aug 24th and 25th. All in all, it seems that DANCE INC. has adopted an innovative approach and brought many fresh ideas to the art of dance. Don’t wait, contact them now, classes are ﬁ lling up fast and you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to become a part of the DANCE INC. family. Contact them at 905-683-1269, email them at dance@danceinc.ca visit them at www. danceinc.ca or follow them on twitter @ danceinccompany and facebook. 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Dance Inc.directors and faculty work hand in hand to make sure that your experience with Dance Inc.is a positive one.We are firmly committed to Inspire one child at a time! 530 We stney Rd South Unit 12,Ajax www.danceinc.ca •dance@danceinc.ca •905-683-1269 INC. Tr y a FREE CLASS at our OPEN HOUSE! Aug.28th,29th &30th •5:00-9:00pm A full schedule of FREE classes is located on our website under EVENTS. Registration Dates at the Studio. Sept.4th,5th &6th •5:00-8:30pm CLASSES BEGIN SATURDAY SEPT 8TH! We’ve got a class for everyone ages 2.5 to Adult!Recreational &Competitive! Check out our Boys Athletic Dance Program…B.A.D BOYZ of Dance Inc! 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 28 AP PRIDE •POWER PERFORMANCE LEADING THROUGH EXCELLENCE SINCE 1967 We are seeking athletes for our competitive squads and our swim school,the iSWIM program If you want to swim fast,swim here! Celebrating 45 years of swimming! RSVP to matt@ajaxswimming.ca •www.ajaxswimming.ca O’Donnell School of Traditional Irish Dancing Durham Re gion Re creation and Competitive Programs School offers students direct contact with the professional dance world. Re gistered Member of: •An Coimisiun Le Rinci Gaelacha,Ireland •Irish Dance Te achers Association of Canada •Irish Dance Te achers Association of North America Professional Instructors: Anne-Marie O’Donnell,T.C.R.G.,A.D.C.R.G.,B.G. Debb ie MacVoy,T.C.R.G. 416-484-8734 Re gistration Info:mwoolgar@hart-well.com www.odonnellirishdance.com Beginners We lcome boys &girls ages 3 years &up Fitness &Fun adult ceili classes av ailable 282 Monarch Ave.#25,Ajax •905.426.8418 •messmerdance.com Registration: Ages 3 years to Adult •Highly qualified staff •Low Student/Teacher ratio •2 studios •Recreation & competitive levels •B.A.T.D Exams •Annual Recital Ballet Ta p Jazz Lyrical Pointe Hip Hop Modern We discover the Star in Yo u! School of Dance M.B.A.T.D. 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Monstrous fun for children coming to Ajax Public Library> Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 32 AP SportsSports Brad Kelly- Sports Editor • bkelly@durhamregion.com Games Watch Gold medal for Slavin, Gerlings PICKERING -- Two girls from Pickering are wearing gold medals for women’s field hock- ey from the 2012 Ontario Summer Games. Mikhaela Slavin, 16, and Leesa Gerlings, 15, were members of the Under 16 GTA Central team that beat Central West in the final game on Sunday at Lamport Stadium in Toronto. Both play field hockey for Pickering High School and made the GTA team when try- outs were held in July. With only three prac- tices under their belt prior to the Games, GTA beat Ontario West 10-0, Central West 7-1 and Ontario East 6-0, before meeting Central West in the final. GTA was undefeated within the six-team championship. Although GTA had beaten Central West easily in the previous game, the final was very even with Central West taking a 1-0 lead heading into the second half. With close to five minutes to go, GTA tied the game result- ing in a shootout to determine the winner, which GTA won 3-2. Gerlings said hard work resulted in the win. “I think we played really well. We really knew we wanted to win gold so we pushed as hard as we could to the end.” Both Pickering girls are fairly new to field hockey, having learned the game under their high school coach, Kelly Sadowski, who took the team to OFSAA last year. Over the sum- mer, both girls honed their skills with the Toronto Titans, a club that practices out of Scarborough. “Most of the girls on the GTA team have been playing since they were young kids and for a few of them, it was their third Summer Games,” said Slavin. “But they had never won gold before at the Games so they were just as excited as we were.” Sadowski was there on Saturday to cheer on her two players. “I’m so proud of my two girls and for being a part of the win on Sunday. Playing field hockey over the summer and in this cham- pionship will bring more experience to the Pickering team this year and help us reach our goal of winning OFSAA this year.” Silver from the summer added to bronze from winter at Ontario Games BRAD KELLY bkelly@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Winning a bronze medal at the Ontario Winter Games wasn’t enough for Jamie Ernst. She went out and did one better at the Ontario Summer Games. The Pickering teen has added a couple of new medals to her collection, first win- ning bronze at the rink in women’s hock- ey in Collingwood in March, followed by capturing silver on the diamond this past weekend in Toronto in softball. The two offered much different experi- ences, with a group of individuals thrown together to comprise a hockey team in the winter, while it was her Mississauga North Tigers 97 team that competed under the sun this past weekend. “You had to meet new girls,” at the Win- ter Games and it was a little more isolat- ed, she says. “You had to come together as a team. It was a different environment because at the summer games you go with your team. You already know everybody.” Her ball team had to take the long road to the medal round after dropping a 7-1 decision to Windsor in the opening game of the double knockout format. With no room for error the rest of the way, her Mis- sissauga team pulled together to make a lengthy run. “There were a couple of returning play- ers that spoke and said, ‘We need to pick it up. We can do better than that.’ I think everyone knew we were a better team than what we showed and we could beat any team in that tournament so we had to come out and play,” she says. The string of wins included beating Mil- verton 3-0, Brampton 5-1, Guelph 4-0 and Oakridges 7-3. The run ended in the gold medal game, edged by the narrowest of margins, 1-0, by Brantford. A centre fielder, Ernst spends much of the summer travelling to the States to play in showcase tournaments as part of the Tigers, who earned the right to enter the Summer Games after finishing among the top eight at provincials. They also entered the spectacle as one of the youngest teams, comprised solely of players born in 1997, while other teams had a mix of 1996 and 1997 players on the roster. The silver compliments the bronze the Grade 10 student at Pickering High School won at the conclusion of the hockey sea- son. A goalie who helped her high school team win the LOSSA championship and the consolation title at the OFSAA provin- cial championships, Ernst was one of 431 players who attended selection camps. That number was whittled down to 160 players born in 1997 or 1998 from 84 com- munities, who were divided into eight teams for the Ontario Winter Games. Winning bronze served as a sense of accomplishment as the team didn’t get off to the best of starts. “We won a really big game to even get us to the bronze medal game, so we were happy because we didn’t do as well in the round robin,” says the 15 year old. No sooner did Ernst take her spikes off and leave the ball diamond on the week- end and she was home getting her skates ready for a goalie camp in Whitby this week. She realizes that at some point she will have to pick one sport over the other. “I’m definitely going to have to make a decision at some point,” she acknowledg- es. “Right now I have no clue what that might be. I love both of them. It depends on what opportunities come my way.” The sports continue to overlap, with baseball tryouts for next season coming up, as is the start to hockey with the Dur- ham West Lightning Midget AA team. >Second medal for Ernst PHOTO BY PETER REDMAN PICKERING -- Jamie Ernst earned a silver medal at the Ontario Summer Games in softball to go along with the bronze she won in hockey at the Ontario Winter Games. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m SUBMITTED PHOTO PICKERING -- Leesa Gerlings, left, and Mikhaela Slavin won gold at the Ontario Summer Games after their GTA field hockey team won the championship game in a shootout. Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 33 AP du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m 1-866-873-9945 www.welcomewagon.ca If You Are... Moving Expecting a Baby Planning a Wedding New Business Appointment Looking for a Career Call Welcome Wagon Today! It’s absolutelyFREE! Young players impress for Panthers Sabrina byrneS / Metroland AJAX -- Aiden Wallace of the Pickering Panthers moves the puck up the ice during an exhibition game against Stouffville on Friday at the Ajax Community Centre. GM/head coach Mike Galati liked what he saw despite losses brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Perched high above the ice for a better vantage point, Pickering Pan- thers GM/head coach Mike Galati liked what he saw, despite coming out on the losing end each time. Icing lineups for exhibition games laden with rookies, the Panthers came up short in a home-and-home with Stouffville, los- ing 7-3 Friday and 6-2 Sunday, and sand- wiched in between on Saturday was a 6-5 overtime loss to St. Michael’s. The end result wasn’t what Galati was evaluating, opting to concentrate on the individual play of young prospects hoping to crack the final roster. “I thought we did well,” said Galati of his overall impression. “The majority of the kids were kids trying out. On Saturday they put in a great effort.” The Panthers led Saturday’s game against St. Michael’s 5-4, surrendering the tying goal in the final 15 seconds and another in overtime to take the loss. “I’m pretty happy with the young guys we had at camp. It was a good weekend for us,” added Galati. He met a couple of objectives, giving everyone in camp a couple of games to prove their worth, and then paring the numbers down following Monday’s prac- tice, releasing 15 players. Among those who stood out on the week- end was Landon Schiller, a ninth round selection of the Sault Ste. Marie Grey- hounds in the 2011 OHL draft. “He’s been great,” praised Galati. “He’s only a kid, but we’ll expect him to have a pretty good year.” Others who caught his eye were Cam Palmer, who had a pair of goals in Friday’s loss, Brodie Tutton, who played in the league last season with Kingston, and Tan- ner Bull, who was with the Panthers last season. In goal, Eric Pitcher and Elan Baker will compete for the backup role to Spencer Bacon. Galati also expects to land a couple of more players through the trade route, hop- ing to have the paperwork finalized and approved by the end of the week or early next. With 30 skaters left, the Panthers have another busy weekend with three games in five days, starting Thursday with a home game against the Toronto Jr. Canadiens at 7 p.m., hooking up again with the Canadiens in Toronto on Sunday afternoon. Monday, the Panthers host St. Michael’s at 7:30 p.m. Both home games will be held at the Ajax Community Centre until the Panthers shift into their home rink in Pickering following Labour Day. Galati expects to work some of the vet- erans into the lineup over the next three games. Following Monday’s game against St. Michael’s, he will be making another round of releases, reducing the roster to 23. Fourth- place finish for Ajax’s Campbell GURABO, PUERTO RICO -- It was mission accomplished in one sense for Taijah Camp- bell and the Canadian U18 women’s basket- ball team. Competing at the FIBA Americas cham- pionship in Gurabo, Puerto Rico from Aug. 15-19, Canada failed to earn a medal, falling in the bronze game to Argentina 53-49. With the game tied heading into the fourth, Argen- tina pulled through in the end by limiting Canada to only four points in the final frame. Despite the loss, Canada was still able to qualify for next year’s FIBA U19 world cham- pionship for women in Lithuania by reaching the semifinals. This marks the fifth consecu- tive time Canada has qualified for the FIBA U19 world championship for women. Campbell, a six-foot-two graduate of Pickering High School, who will be on schol- arship at Virginia Tech beginning in the fall, contributed five points, three rebounds and one assist in the bronze medal game. From the tip, Canada stormed out of the gates and was able to quickly go up 17-4, but the tables turned in the second frame, as Argentina found its rhythm and began chip- ping away at the Canadian lead. In the final five minutes of the half, Argentina was able to go on a 17-2 run, capped off by a pair of late free-throws to give Argentina the 34-32 edge at the half. In the third quarter the lead never got larg- er than four points in the frame. Argentina hit a jumper with under a minute to go, to tie the game at 45-45. In the pivotal final frame Canada was only able to muster four points, while Argentina doubled Canada’s output to win the bronze medal, 53-49. Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 34 AP du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m AUGUST 22ND, 2012 We dnesday Flyers Carrier of the We ek If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at 905-683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 6:30 Sat. 9 - 1:00 Yo ur Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY View Flyers/Coupons At Congratulations Drew for being our Carrier of the Week. 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Warriors ready Orangeville gets bye to final, Whitby faces Coquitlam in semis of Minto Cup lacrosse ShAwn CAyley scayley@durhamregion.com WHITBY -- Last night was another chance for the Whitby Warriors to get better. However, tonight is a different story. They will have to be at their best with their season on the line. The Warriors closed out the round robin portion of the Minto Cup last night against the Coquitlam Adanacs in what essentially amounted to a meaningless game between the two finalists from last year’s tournament. Tonight the same two clubs hit the floor again with the winner advancing to the final, where they will face the Orangeville Northmen. Orangeville earned the bye after wins against Whitby and Coquitlam, while they played out the round robin string Tuesday night as well against the Calgary Mountaineers. Now, while the Warriors would certain- ly have taken the bye into the weekend best-of-three final, coach Derek Keenan sees opportunity at hand with the way things have shaken down. “We could be the type of team, and I felt this last year too, that the more we play the better we get. (Tuesday night) even though there’s not a lot at stake, we’ve got an opportunity to get better,” he said prior to round robin finale. Whitby opened the tournament on Sat- urday night with an 11-3 victory over Cal- gary, but were upended a day later by Orangeville, 8-7 in overtime. Despite the loss in that one, Keenan was encouraged with his club’s effort, among other things. “It was a typical Orangeville/Whitby game. Nasty and physical, dirty and all of those things. It came down to we were a little bit undisciplined and that kind of cost us. We did battle back and get it into overtime, but they got one,” he said. “I thought our effort was really good. Our execution was really good even though we only scored seven. If we had played more five-on-five we would have had a big night. I thought we did some really good things though it was a tough loss because you know the ramifications. We win that one and we had a chance to go right to the finals.” Instead, that’s Orangeville’s honour and now Whitby is left with a daunting task ahead of them in Coquitlam. Keenan said the Adanacs have played pretty much as advertised through the opening of the tournament and will give his club all it can handle with a trip to the final on the line. “We’ve watched them a lot and they’re what we expected,” Keenan said. “Very big team on defence, great big goalie, a kid from Burlington, and their offence, on the right side, it’s the best in the country. They’ve got four guys that are all proba- bly guaranteed impact pro players. That’s a handful to take care of. “Those kids have played together for a few years and you can really tell. 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For service call 647-295-0771"Clean is our middle name" AUCTION SALE Saturday, August 25th Preview:12:00pm, Start:1:00pm Whitby Curling Club 815 Brock Street North Whitby, Ontario Under Instructions Received, we will sell in detail by: Items arriving daily from: Complete & Partial Mixed Estates * Storage Locker Contents * Major Department Store Vendor Returns * Misguided Freight * Unclaimed Items * Coin Collections * Importers Clearances * Liquidation Inventories * Household Contents * Art Galleries * Furniture Manufacturers * Estate Managers * Inventory Solution Specialists AUCTION DEPOT CANADA www.auctioneer.ca CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARNFriday Aug 24 at 4:30pm Located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd 4 Selling the contents of a Brighton Home plus others: two oak sideboards - dry sink - butcher block - modern round oak pedestal table with 6 pb chairs - jam cupboard - 4 arrow back chairs - iron bed with brass trim - Hagstrom elec guitar - refinished vanity and china cabinet - wall pay telephone - modern 1 pc pine flat to wall cupboard - Ethen Allen maple shelves - fainting couch - dovetailed tool box - qty of collector plates - 2 Beacon metal feed signs - qty of pictures - Pride lift chair - Finlay Oval cookstove - Frigidaire fridge - Inglis stove - Frigidaire chest freezer - Mastercraft 10"mitresaw, 10" tablesaw, 12" thickness planer, router table, oscillating spindle sander, belt/disc sander - Craftsman 10" bandsaw - Easy Kleen 4000psi hot water pressure washer (new) - MTD 45" snowblower - Yard Machine chipper/shredder - 5x10 box trailer (with ramp) - Firearms to be Sold at 7pm - 410 Gauge E.R Amantino , 20 Gauge Stevens model 258B, 10 Gauge Stevens model 9478, 12 Gauge JC Higgins model 583, 12 Gauge Winchester Ranger Model 120 pump action, 12 Gauge Baikal model 1J58M double barrel, 12 Gauge Janssen Sons & Company double barrel, 12 Gauge Winchester Defender Pump ,303 Calibre Lee Enfield SMA Lithgow 1942, 303 Calibre Lee Enfield SMA Lithgow 1942- 303 Calibre Lee Enfield Mk 4 England 1942 Sportsman, 22 Calibre Ithaca X5 Lighting Semi Auto - 6.5 x 55 Calibre Swedish M42B 1943 Semi Auto, 10 Gauge Zabala Double Barrel, 410 Gauge Remington, 12 Gauge Double Barrel - Colonel William F Buffalo Bill Cody 1846 1917 Commemorative Lever Action Winchester 30x30 rifle (Never Fired) - 3030 Caliber Winchester Model 94 lever action rifle - Remington mod 7600pump 270, Baikal over/under, Russian TOZ bull barrel competition target rifle - reloading equipment - Qty of china, glass, household and collectable items Don and Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd Little Britain 705-786-2183 for more info or pictures go towww.theauctionadvertiser.com/DCorneil - open for viewing Thursday from 8:30am to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm and Friday at 9am FIREARMS AUCTION Saturday, August 25th - 10:00 a.m. (Viewing at 8 a.m.) at SWITZER'S AUCTION CENTRE 25414 Highway 62 South, Bancroft ONT FROM SEVERAL ESTATES, Collectible commemeratives, target and hunting, over 250 new and used, rifles, shotguns, handguns, crossbows, ammunition, features: Artillery Luger, IMI Desert Eagle, Beretta A390, Walther PP & PPK'S, 1911 Colts, WWII Uniforms, WWI and WWII Medals and Awards, German U-Boat Binoculars, Rifles and Shotguns by Winchester, Remington, Savage, Marlin, Mauser, Carcano, Lee Enfield, Browning & Beretta, Cane Sword by Hall & Son Dated 1848, Antique Rifles, Flintlocks & Muskets: Snider Enfield, Ballard, Werndl See Our Complete Listing with Pictures At: www.switzersauction.com and check back for regular updates. We Have Room For Your Quality Consignments In This And Future Sales! Paul Switzer, Auctioneer / Appraiser 1-613-332-5581 -- 1-800-694-2609 or email: info@switzersauction.com AUCTION SALE Antique & Modern Furniture, Collectibles, Boats & Tools Sunday August 26, 20129:00 am (viewing 8:00)MacGregor Auctions located in Orono. Take 115 hwy. Exit at Main St, Orono. Follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction Features 19' 125 hp Magnum Boat & Trailer (as is), 14' Cedar Strip Boat & Deck (selling at 11:00), Modern & Antique Furniture includes: Sideboards, Roll Top & Mission Oak Desks, Bedroom Set, Dressers, Oak Table & Chairs (Ethan Allen), Cabinet, Gramophone, China Cabinets, Quality Offering of Tables, Chairs, Rockers, Benches, Trunks, Washstands, Hudson Bay Blankets, Glass & China, World War II Book/Letter, Old Signs, Clocks, Tins, Woodstove, Original & Decorative Art, Lamps, Tin Ceiling Tiles, Hooked Rug, New Fishing Tackle, National Shuffleboard, Older Tools, Band & Table Saw, Grinder, Planer, etc . Auction Features Quality from Start to Finish. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C & Interac (10% buyers premium) see: www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com MacGREGOR AUCTIONS905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 2 DAY AUCTION SALE Going Out of Business THE OAKEN DOOR@ 3900 Hwy 35, 9km north of Lindsay First Day Saturday Sept 1 at 10amSelling furniture glassware and collectiblesSecond Day Monday Sept 3 at 10amSelling all Lumber, Tools and Supplies Sept 1 - dining room table sets - china cabinets - flat to wall cupboards - bedroom sets - box spring & mattress - coffee and end tables - benches - bar stools - chairs - Carved deer and caribou by Dennis Dubee - Antique Bishop chair - Moorecroft - Carnival glass - crocks and jugs - glass ware - art work Sept 3 - Wood Mizer LT 15 stationary saw mill - Hydraulic Copy Lathe TC 1250 - Logosol wood molder - AXYZ automation Series 4008 C&C machine - General Planer - Jointers - Dust Collectors - wood lathes - belt sanders - Mitsubishi diesel forklift - cordless drills - compound mitre saws - air compressors - bar clamps - drill press - skill saws - qty of hand tools - large qty of lumberSale Conducted by Don Corneil Auctioneering Services Ltd705-786-2183For Listing & Pictures go to to www.theauctionadvertiser.com/DCorneil Terms: visa, mastercard, debit, cash, known cheque Auctioneer and Vendor not responsible for loss or accidents Sale subject to additions and deletions Lunch available HAYDON AUCTION BARN Midway between Bowmanville & Blackstock, just east of Durham #57Monday Aug. 27th at 4:30 pm Viewing from 3 pm Rare Coins, Tools, Electronics, Art, Home Furnishings, China & Glassware, Toys, Fishing Rods, Reels & Tackle, Antiques, Collectibles and Lots More. See Website for Photos, Full Details & Updateswww.haydonauctionbarn.com 2498 Concession Rd. 8, Haydon Rod Smith - Auctioneer (905) 263-4402 AUCTION SALE Thursday Evening, August 23 - 4:30 p.m. Auction Sale of Antiques, Furniture and Col- lectibles from Local Estates at the Van Haven Sales Arena 720 Davis Drive Ux- bridge GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538, 800-654-4647 416-518-6401 Details & photos garyhillauctions.ca POLICE/ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions, Newtonville Friday, August 24, 5:00 P.M. Selling unclaimed merchandise for Durham Regional Police, including bicycles along with household contents from a Bowmanville home: 9pc. oak dining room suite; Oak jewellery chest-unusual; washstands; bedroom suite; chests; occasional chairs; occasional tables; credenza w/mirror; 3 Drawer Bankers Desk; Rockers; Carpets; antiques collectibles; Book Vol.II South Africa/Boer-British War; Apple I- Pads-2 (6) new in boxes; I-Pods; Schecter Electric Guitar; Sunglasses; X-Box; PS-2; cameras; gps; fax machine; video games; Jew- ellery-watches; Coins; Clothing; Martin Bro- deur Hockey Card; Assorted Tools; Cement Saw; Chest on Chest-tool Cabinet; Honda Mo- tor; Pallet Lift; 1997 Suzuki 80 motorcycle; Go Cart 168cc Honda; etc Check the website Pre- view at 2:00 p.m. Terms: Cash, Approved Cheques, M/C, visa, Interac 10% Buyers Premium Applies AUCTIONEERS Frank & Steve Stapleton, 905.786.2244, 1.800.263.9886 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29th • 4:30PM *A U C T I O N S A L E * of Furniture, Antiques & Collectibles for an Uxbridge Estate, Selling at NEIL BACON AUCTIONS Ltd, 1 km. 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Call NOW! 1-416-357-9585 TO ADVERTISE AUCTION CALL AJAX 905-683-5110 Place your ad at 905-683- 5110 Please read your clas- sified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be respon- sible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 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 • Au g u s t 2 2 , 2 0 1 2 38 AP HUDSON, James (Jim) Dawson - Died on August 18, 2012 at age 79 at the Southlake Regional Health Centre. Jim was a loving husband to Kate for 55 years. He was a devoted father to Carolyn and Phil Kondorosi, John and Tracy Hudson, Mark and Colleen Hudson, Ian Hudson and Sheila Corriveau, Katherine Sam and Anna Hunter. Jim was a proud grandfather to Adam, Jake, Shayne, Mathew, Ben and Alexandra. He fought a courageous battle with cancer. Jim will be missed by many and remembered for his love of family, faith, friends, travel, and sports - especially his beloved Montreal Canadiens. He was always an active volunteer in the community and church. Jim and Kate immigrated to Canada in 1957 and lived in Montreal, Cowansville, Pickering, Ajax, and South Africa, to perform missionary work, before moving to Whitby in 1999. A Certified General Accountant, he held progressive finance positions with several corporations before joining the Durham District Catholic School Board for 20 years. Friends will be received at the WC TOWN FUNERAL HOME in Whitby at 110 Dundas Street East on August 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Prayers will be held at 8 p.m. Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at Holy Family Catholic Church at 91 Ribblesdale Drive on August 22 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jim's memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood. May he rest in peace. KEGGENHOFF, Tammi (August 30th, 1958 - August 15th, 2012) - After a courageous two year battle with cancer Tammi passed away in the arms of her husband Brian on Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 with her brother and sister by her side. She will be missed forever by her son Liam and her husband Brian. Sadly missed by her brother Werner Keggenhoff Jr., sister Terri Keggenhoff, her loving in laws; Benny and Ray Murray, Shirley and Steve Crossley, Sharon and Chris Mcgarvey, all her nieces, nephews and friends. Per Tammi's wishes, and in her giving spirit, her body has been donated to the Trillium gift of life and the University of Toronto. Friends may call at MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE 21 Garrard Rd., Whitby (N of Hwy #2) 905 443-3376 for a Memorial Service to be held on Thursday August 23rd, 2012 in the Chapel at 2:00 p.m., followed by a Celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Family Council, at Whitby Psychiatric Hospital, Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre or the charity of your choice. Rest in peace...Tams. We love you forever Tams and will be missed always xoxoxo. BROOKS- Margaret Maria (Marg) - Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday August 17th 2012 at the age of 54, after a courageous two year battle with leukemia at Princess Margaret Hospital. Cherished and devoted wife of 30 years to Ken Brooks. Inspirational and loving mother to Laura (Kevin) & Rachel (Adam). Marg will be truly missed by her family and friends. Marg will always be remembered for her love of bowling, crocheting, fishing, playing cards, Kenny Rogers and spending time at her trailer with her family. Friends and family may call at the MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, 21 Garrard Rd., Whitby (905)443-3376. Visitation will start at 1:00 pm Friday, August 24th followed by a Memorial Service. As per Marg's wishes: Donations in her memory to be made to the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet and Navy League Corps of Canada, Ajax/Pickering Division in lieu of flowers. HEINS, Marianne - Feb 12, 1929 - August 16, 2012. She will be greatly missed by her 6 children, in-laws, 16 grandchildren, 7 great- grandchildren, siblings, nephews and nieces in Germany and her many, many friends. These include family friends, friends from her many exercise, yoga, swimming and painting classes at the Ajax Recreation Centre, as well as members of the Linus Blanket Knitting Club. She was known in the neighbourhood as the fearless, "old" lady on the bike. Her active lifestyle continues to inspire us all to enjoy life and think positively. Her last words of encouragement to visitors in the hospital were "Enjoy Life!" Please join us in a celebration of her life, which will be held at the MCLEAN COMMUNITY CENTRE BANQUET HALL, 95 Magill Dr., Ajax, on Monday August 27 at 4:30 p.m. Following her wish to assist local newborns, donations can be made in her name to the Rose of Durham, a local organization that supports young parents. These can be made on-line or dropped off at the service. CAULFIELD, Grace (nee Vella) - Passed away peacefully at her residence on August 20, 2012. Loving Mother of Nancy Woodham (Paul), Linda Serge (Adrian), Anne-Marie Runca (Frank) and the late Bryan. Cherished Grandma of Laura, Rebecca, Kevin, Danielle, Josh, Eric, Kyle, and James, and Great- Grandma of Kayla, Austin, Jace, Lucy, Braelyn, and Curtis. Beloved Sister of Doreen Vella and the late Lavina Vella. Grace will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, 905-428-8488, on Friday, August 24, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Bernadette's Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Erskine Cemetery. Donations to the War Amps would be appreciated. HUNT, Gary Edward - suddenly at his home, on Thursday August 16, 2012, in his 69th year. Gary was the beloved son of the late Dan and Margaret Hunt and dear brother of Donald and his wife Darla, Darlene and her husband John (Hadley) Scott, and Jerry. Loving uncle of Jason, Blaine, Ainsley, Dana, and Julie. He will be lovingly remembered by the rest of his family and friends. Funeral services for Gary were held at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, Ajax on Tuesday August 21, 2012 Forthcoming Marriage We are extremely happy to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of Kelly Rose Wilson daughter of Rita & Doug Wilson of Ajax and Richard Peter Ronald de Vries son of Ronna & Bruce Law of Huntsville, on October 20th, 2012 in beautiful Muskoka. COME & WORSHIP To advertise your Church Services in our Worship Directory PUBLISHING FRIDAY'S Deadline: Wednesday 12 Noon Call Erin Jackson @ 905.683.5110 ext. 286 or email: ejackson@durhamregion.com Durham Craft & Gift Show Durham College October 19, 20 & 21, 2012 Your one-stop shopping for ultimate gift giving this Holiday Season! 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