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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2014_10_23_PICKERINGNews Adver tiser / durhamregion.com / @newsdurham @newsdurham LOCAL REACTIONNA No ‘specific’ terror threats in Durham Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- This week’s attacks on military personnel in Ottawa and Montreal reinforce the need for co- operation and vigilance among law enforcement and security officials, says Durham Police Chief Paul Mar- tin. “We were warned this type of thing was possible with the chang- ing tactics of ISIL,” the chief said Wednesday afternoon. “We’ve been preparing for that, and have been for some time. We are monitoring all channels available. “We’re not aware of any specific threats here in Durham Region.” He said his reaction to recent events -- a soldier standing vigil at the National War Memorial in Ottawa was shot dead Wednesday, two days after two military personnel were deliberately run down near Montreal, leaving Warrant Officer Patrice Vin- cent dead -- are “sadness and disap- pointment”. Wednesday, Durham police were in communication with local organizations such as the Ontario Regiment, which locked down its armoury, and Ontario Power Gen- eration, which has also implement- ed security measures. 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Photo by Alexis Edghill-Whalen Pickering farmer teaches children about harvesting Vimy Ridge Public School children reap benefits of planting potatoes Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX -- A local teacher is inform- ing her students about local food from the ground up with the help of a Pickering farmer. Alison Ellwood, a teacher at Vimy Ridge Public School in Ajax, is part of a program at the school called Earth Keepers, which allows students in grades 2 to 8 to participate in various environ- mental activities from tree plant- ing to salmon restoration proj- ects. “The reason I’m involved in it is if we want kids looking after our planet, they need to grow to love the planet,” says the teacher. Beginning in June, 19 of the stu- dents and two teachers took part in the Potato Project at a national historic farm in Claremont, This- tle Ha’, with the help of local farm- ers Jim Miller and Ronnie Tap- scott. Mr. Miller of Thistle Ha’ wrote on his blog that while he finds students from some rural Ontario schools visit a farm or an agricul- tural fair for a day, he is not aware of pupils having the same expe- rience as a farmer or gardener where they prepare the soil, plant the seeds and then watch the crop grow until they can harvest it for food. The Potato Project entailed planting seeds the same way Mr. Miller’s ancestors did -- in hand- made furrows. They planted more than 100 seeds in two hours. “During school summer vaca- tion, I do the hard part, control- ling weeds and potato plant- eating pests,” Mr. Miller said on his blog. “Provided that we have good summer weather and rains, there should be plenty of potatoes for the Earth Keepers to return to harvest in September.” Over the summer, the students were able to keep an eye on how their potatoes were doing through Mr. Miller’s blog updates. In late September, they harvested the potatoes and not only were able to bring some home to their fam- ilies, but they used the potatoes for the school’s breakfast club. “We’re just trying to get kids connected with nature as many ways as we can,” says Ms. Ell- wood. See PICKERING page 10 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 2 AP NO INTEREST,NO PAYMENT FOR1FULL YEAR OR PAY NO hST!* OSHAW A 900 Champlain Ave., Oshawa •905-723-4561 Hours: Mon. - Wed. 10-6, Thurs.• Fri. 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5 *O.A.C. and $49.99 admin fee. Not applicable to previous purchases or clearance items. See store for the details. Credit equal to the value of the HST. www.furnituregalleries.caOSHAW A Choose from hundreds of s tyles & fabriCs FINAL WEEKEND! 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The violence continued on nearby Parliament Hill, where a gun- man was shot dead after a security guard was wounded. Two others sustained minor injuries, according to reports. It has been confirmed that the soldier, a reservist from Hamilton, died after being shot in the chest shortly before 10 a.m. The violence in Ottawa came two days after Monday’s attack on two armed forces members near Montreal. War- rant Officer Patrice Vincent, 53, died, and another soldier was seriously injured when they were intentionally run over in a parking lot. The attacker, identified as 25-year-old Martin Couture-Rou- leau, died in a confrontation with Quebec police. At a press conference in Ottawa Wednesday afternoon, Major-General Christopher Coates of the Armed Forces said “precautionary measures” have been implemented to ensure the safety of personnel. “Canadian Forces Bases and establishments are currently taking action appropriate to their environments,” he said. Mr. Blowers said that measures in Durham include a lock- down at the Regimental Museum site on Stevenson Road North in Oshawa. “Our facility has initiated additional security protocol as directed by our Regiment including a full lockdown awaiting further instructions,” he said. “In co-operation with local law enforcement and members of the Ontario Regiment, we are being extremely vigilant to protect Canadian Forces facilities in the city and the safety and security of our staff and volun- teers.” The Ontario Regiment is based at the Colonel R.S. McLaugh- lin Armoury on Simcoe Street in central Oshawa.‘‘...the shock of these attacks is deeply felt.’ Jeremy Neal Blowers, Ontario Regiment 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 3 P For a l l y o u r f a m i l y d e n t a l n e e d s . 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He is an asset to Pickering Council and I am pleased to endorse him for re-election. Paul White, President, Fairport Beach Ratepayers Association:Kevin is committed to ensuring that Pickering residents get the most value for their tax dollars. I enthusiastically support his re-election. Les Fisher,former member of Durham Regional Police Services Board: I worked closely with Kevin as a member of the Durham Police Services Board. His fairness and professionalism was evident to everyone who served with him. Joe McKinnon, retired police officer:As a former police officer,I have been impressed by Kevin’s commitment to ensuring that Pickering is a safe and secure community for its residents and their families. He definitely has my support. Glenn Healy,NHLTV Analyst and formerToronto Maple Leaf: I have known Kevin for most of my life. He has always been honest,hardworking and totally committed to every task he takes on.He has been a good councillor and should be re-elected by the people of Pickering. Shashi Bhatia, community activist:I have long been impressed by Kevin’s understanding, respect and commitment to the many ethnic communities which call Pickering home.He is truly a friend and able representative for all our residents. Ralph Sutton, former president - Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Pickering:Kevin and I worked together for many years on the Board of Directors of Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Pickering. He tirelessly donated his time and expertise to this important volunteer organization which serves such an important role in our community. I am pleased to offer him my continuing support. Alan Gao, President of the Chinese Heritage Society of Canada:I have been impressed by Kevin’s commitment to attracting new business to Pickering,thereby expanding the tax base.This will be critical in easing the tax burden on residential tax payers and moving Pickering forward. Meghan Bellstedt, University of Toronto student:Kevin has shown himself to be a progressive and forward thinking member of Council. He realizes that prudent spending and bringing in new business is the key to future prosperity and a promising future for those of us who will soon be entering the work force. Erick Magi, Commodore, Frenchman’s Bay Yacht Club: Kevin has been very receptive to the needs of our members and those who enjoy Frenchman’s Bay. He always has an eye to moving Pickering forward in a positive and beneficial way.I am pleased to offer my support in Kevin’s re-election. What people are saying… Kevin Ashe On Monday,October 27 th re-elect City Councillor - Ward One For further information or if you require assistance in getting to the polls,please call 905 239-8101 or email votekevinashe@gmail.com Make the Right Choice B October 27 th 2014 ElectMauricerenner MAYOR,City of Pickering Your City -Now it’s Your Choice • Stop Excessive Property Tax Increases • A Plan for Local/Regional jobs • Apprenticeships for Youth • Support for Seniors • Stop Urban Sprawl and Protect food lands • Solutions for Public Transit Linkages “Pickering has stagnated while its neighbours have flourished. It’s time for a new mayor to replace Dave Ryan. Our choice is former strong councillor Maurice Brenner.” *Excerpt from 2010 Sun Media Endorsement for Mayor “On substantive issues, Brenner disagrees with Ryan’s support for urban development of 1,200 hectares of farmland in northeast Pickering, contrary to the province’s Places to Grow Act. A vote for Brenner would be an effective way of registering a protest over this latest example of sprawl.” *Excerpt from 2010 Toronto Star Picks for Mayor “Maurice Brenner remains at the head of the Pickering Class, rolling up his sleeves and digging in no matter what the issue.” *2005 Excerpt from Editorial Metro-land Pickering News Advertiser Report Card Credible “One of Pickering’s most Seasoned politicians and active ambassador,... works hard for the little guy but doesn’t ignore the big picture” *Excerpt from 2003 Editorial Metro-land Pickering News Advertiser Report Card Elect Lisa ROBINSON City Councillor Ward 1 Pickering on Oct.27 th A New Beginning 1. I have not accepted any contributions from any specialty groups, unions, or developers, that way I don’t owe any favours when it comes time to representing YOU. 2. As your councillor, I am committed to getting together with each and every one of you at least twice a year, so we can get to know each other on a personal level, figure out what it is that we need to get done in our areas, start to prioritize, and get it done. 3. In running this campaign my signs have been vandalized, moved, or have gone missing. The Slinging of mud at the doors to you our constituents, about other candidates is not a character trait that I want to see in someone in a position of power. This campaign should be about you, the people of our community and what we can do for you, for us, for our future. Elect LISA ROBINSON Real.Responsible.Representation City Councillor Ward 1 Stop The Silence OCT 27th vote Lisa ROBINSON Our lives begin to end the moment we become silent about things that matter Martin Luther King Jr. On Monday, October 27, With your support I will represent you on Council and at the Region to solve the key issues facing our community: • Lack of large businesses in Pickering • Holding the line on taxes • Traffic and safety • More employment opportunities • Transit linkages • Accessibility and seniors’ concerns. Endorsed by: Hon.Tracy MacCharles, MPP, Corneliu Chisu, MP, Durham Region Labour Council and more! Vote Keith Falconer For PicKering regional councillor,Ward 2 www.KeithFalconer.ca Proper Infrastructure. Stable Taxes. Smar t Planning. Elec t CODYMORRISON Ward2-CityCouncilcodyforcouncil.ca•cody.morrison@mail.utoronto.ca•289-388-4761ANewFace.AFreshStart. On October 27, 2014 DavidPickles RegionalCouncillor PickeringWard3 EXPERIENCE and RESULTS! www.davidpickles.ca Vo te “I ask for your vote to continue to work hard for you!” Thanks Da for Regional C • Extensive career experience in budgeting, planning & environmental protection • Effectively representedWard 3 residents for 5 terms - 16 years attracting businesses and jobs to Pickering, and Reducing tax increases • Led new Council Code of Conduct • A strong voice for families, youth, seniors • Chaired Race Relations Advisory Committee • A strong voice for sustainable development • Committed to responding to residents and creating a safe and enjoyable community • Highest Councillor report card rating: A- each of last four years • Perfect Council attendance • Low expenses Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details BE INFORMED! 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 4 P Durham school board marks Ally Week DURHAM -- The Durham District School Board is marking Ally Week from Oct. 20 to 24. Allies are people who are able to identify marginalization and barriers to equity and are equipped to create change together. During Ally Week students will have the opportunity to participate in activities such as a three-day Students and Teachers Against Racism (STAR) retreat for Grade 7 to 12 students from 25 local schools. On Oct. 23 the board will also host the Reaching and Teaching Students in Pover- ty Conference with Paul C. Gorski, associ- ate professor at George Mason University. Mr. Gorski helped establish an under- graduate program and a minor in social justice and human rights and will talk to local educators on the misconceptions and educational practices that undercut the achievement of low-income students. The Durham school board has also declared the 2014-2015 school year the Year of the Ally. A number of activities are planned throughout the year including LGBTQ Families Engaged sessions, Junior STAR leadership conferences for students in Grades 4 to 6 and the board’s annual Equi- ty Institute focused on social justice ally. For more information, visit www.ddsb. 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 5 AP TM RBCSimplified ® Life Insurance. There’s simply no reason to wait. 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Publication PHONE 905-683-5110 CLASSIFIEDS 905-683-0707 DISTRIBUTION 905-579-4407 GENERAL FAX 905-576-2238 865 Farewell St., Oshawa ON L1H 6N8 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, LMA. All content copyright Publication Sales Agreement #40052657 Editorial &&& Opinions Opinions Opinions 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 6 P email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com Get out and cast your vote in Pickering Monday e-mail letters to newsroom@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / letter writers are obliged to back up 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 Outrage over Pickering poll station locations To the editor: We in North Pickering have come to expect little attention from the City. Some- times that is a good thing. Making it dif- ficult for a significant number of North Pickering residents to vote in the upcom- ing election, however, is an outrage. The voting locations for Polls 307 and 308 in Ward 3 will discourage many able-bod- ied residents from making the long trek to vote and many seniors and physically chal- lenged citizens will be excluded. Voters in Poll 307 including the Hamlet of Cherrywood have to travel up to 14 kilome- tres to cast their vote. Travel to the polling station is further complicated by the fact that the most direct route through Whitevale is closed due to bridge reconstruction. Voters in Poll 308, including residents of Brougham and area, must travel up to eight kilometres to St. Wilfred Catholic School when many could walk or travel a short distance if they were allowed to vote at the designated polling station in Brougham. One can only assume that those in charge in the City of Pickering clerk’s office did not do their homework before mapping out polling stations in north Pickering. Where were the current members of Pickering council, now asking for everyone’s vote? Something must be done to allow the cit- izens of north Pickering to exercise their democratic right to vote as the rest of the Pickering does. Vernon and Fran Foster Brougham Thanksgiving in Canada and the U.S. To the editor: Re: ‘Thanksgiving: Nature dresses for the event’, Neil Crone humour column, Oct. 14, 2014, durhamregion.com. Mr. Crone said he did not know why the Americans celebrate their Thanksgiving at the end of November. It’s a matter of latitude lines. Canada is at higher lat- itude lines than the U.S. Thus, the sun leaves our latitudes sooner, and our harvest sea- son is celebrated in October. In America, as they’re at lower latitude lines, so they still have sun while Canada is harvesting. The sun doesn’t leave their fields until weeks after it leaves Canadian fields. That’s why they have their Thanksgiv- ing weeks after Canada does. It takes the sun longer to leave their southern latitude lines. Heather Gunnyon History will be made on election day Oct. 27. but voters across Durham Region will have to cast a ballot to become a part of it. The 2014 municipal election in commu- nities across Durham will see eligible voters directly elect the Durham Regional chair- man for the first time since the creation of the Region in 1974 and have six candidates from which they choose. Durham residents voted overwhelmingly in the 2010 election to opt for direct election of the Regional chairman, 79.9 per cent to 20.3 per cent. However, voters from Pickering to Newcastle and on up to Uxbridge and Port Perry also have the sombre responsibility of choosing the men and women who will rep- resent them on city and town councils, pub- lic, Catholic and French school boards, not to mention the election of mayor for each municipality. And despite the fact that municipal gov- ernment impacts our lives more closely and frequently than other levels of government, eligible voter turnout continues to be dis- mal. Uxbridge had the best turnout in Dur- ham in the 2010 election, at 51 per cent, while the lowest was in Ajax, at 23 per cent. Each municipality across Durham has agenda-topping issues that must be dealt with, and those seeking election must be given a mandate. There’s a massive casino and hotel pro- posal in Pickering, ongoing waterfront algae issues in Ajax, and a vital question on good governance in Oshawa as straightforward examples that require citizen participation to provide their next council with guidance. By informing yourself about the issues in your community, then comparing the posi- tions and platforms of the contenders, you can cast a confident vote and, by extension, provide the mandate councillors, trustees, and mayors will need over the next four- year term. Pickering readers received a spe- cial election section carried in Wednesday’s newspaper for reference, and we also invite you to visit durhamregion.com and click on the Durham 2014 Vote button on the top right side of the page where you will see a list of each registered candidate and the issues on which they stand for election. Finally, make every effort to cast your vote and participate directly in your local democracy if you haven’t already taken advantage of advance voting opportunities. Each and every vote matters. Each and every citizen counts. It’s your city. Take charge and take the responsibility to help shape the community you want. 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 7 AP THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1! 623 Kingston Rd.(just west of National Sports)Pickering •905-837-9463 Take a virtual tour at www.craigswine.com CELEBRATING…OVER1MILLIONBOTTLESMADE!20 1 4 READE RS’C HOICEA WA RD DIAMOND By Paul Taalman “Have you ever made a million…bottles of wine?Local winemaking business,Winexpert Pickering has. Owner &Operator Craig Cats celebrated his iconic milestone this year in October.Craig,having been in the consumer wine making business for over 23 years,was a founding member of the 36 store franchise called Wine Not –founded in 1993 and sold in 2005 to a division of Peller Wines.He now operates under the name “Winexpert”(Pickering)which is the brand name of the industry leading juices supplied by Global Vintners (a division of Peller). Craig has owned and operated two of his own wine making stores,until the sale of his Markham location.To this day,he continues to own and operate Winexpert Pickering since 1996,catering to a large demographic and adding a new spin on the wine making industry:a down to earth approach to wine.As is to be expected with all of his industry experience and passion for his craft,Craig’s business has made its mark in the wine making industry arena -and with reaching THE ONE MILLION BOTTLES MADE MILESTONE,what better way to mark the historical event than thanking the customers who have made it all possible. Congratulations to Tony and Heather Scopel for making our ONE MILLIONth BOTTLE of wine.And as a special “Thank You”gift the Scopels received a 35 bottle wine fridge. Thank You to all the wine lovers who got us here!CHEERS! “I am humbled by our customer’s loyalty and I and my staff have always strived to make the best wine in the on-premises winemaking industry.I believe that’s why our clientele are so loyal and keep coming back.” says Craig.He also states that “our success over the last two decades can be attributed to a combination of quality,knowledge and service.And it all hinges on making sure our wines are the best in the industry.” Craig’s winemaking facility also offers something that very few in the province offer and is very rare… barrel ageing.He actually has 18 custom made wine barrels that allow you to barrel age your wines. Winexpert Pickering also offers to customize wines to your taste.As an educator and speaker,Craig also offers his services for private functions and has conducted wine tastings for many functions including the “Image is Everything”MRI fundraiser for the Ajax Hospital as well as the Durham Hospice fundraiser at PORT Restaurant. “When teaching or talking about wine,I like to use analogies and examples that everyone can relate to Added Craig.His unique approach to wine and wine making is refreshingly down-to-earth and simple. To learn more please visit www.craigswine.com or call WINEXPERT PICKERING 905-837-9463. “Winemaking at its Finest” TEL:905-428-1711 •FAX:905-428-0863 75 Bayly St.,W.(Baywood/No Frills Plaza)Ajax NO CHARGE Bring your Ontario Health Card Visit us at www.healthritepharmacy.ca Star t THURSDAY,OCTOBER 23,2014 FLU SHOTS! Questions?Call for details. NEW ENBRIDGE REBATE FOR AJAX &PICKERING! CALL TODAY TO SEE IF YOU QUALIFY FOR $2,100 REBATE FALL PROMOTION Pickering school receives platinum EcoSchool award DURHAM -- The Durham Catholic District School Board recently honoured 43 local schools at its 7th annual EcoSchool Cele- bration. The Ontario EcoSchools program helps schools develop ecological literacy and environmental practices, reduce their eco- logical footprint and become environmen- tally responsible. Chris Leahy, chairman of the board of trustees, praised the work of the local schools. “Their environmental actions and prac- tices implemented today will be valued for generations to come as they continue to share what they have learned and imple- ment new ideas for a sustainable future.” This year, St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School in Pickering became the first Cath- olic school in Durham to achieve a Plati- num EcoSchool Certification Award. The school achieved the honour by reducing its garbage and energy footprint and receiving a Gold Certification under the program for the past six years. The other schools recognized this year received gold, silver or bronze certifica- tions. 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 8 P 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 9 P 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 10 P Students also took part in a mock town hall meeting regarding the federal lands. People with interests either for or against a Pickering airport spoke to the children in advance of the debate. Guests included Land Over Land- ings member Mary Delaney and mem- bers from the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association, so the students were informed on both sides. PICKERING from page 1 Pickering students get lesson in local agriculture Province tells Durham trustees to scrap pay raises Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Durham District School Board trustees are being asked to cancel a small cost-of-living raise that was approved earlier this fall. Education Minister Liz Sandals recent- ly sent a memo to Ontario school boards announcing a salary freeze started in 2006 will be extended to the 2014-2018 term of office. “As you know, our over-arching goal is to improve student achievement and well- being, while ensuring long-term financial sustainability,” reads an excerpt. “We are in a challenging fiscal time, and our government is committed to balancing the budget by 2017-18. In our climate of continued financial restraint, we are asking everyone to do their part to address Ontario’s economic challeng- es.” Trustees in Durham currently receive an honorarium of $5,900, plus additional pay based on the number of students enrolled in the board -- it works out to about $16,000 a year. Like many other school boards in Ontar- io, the DDSB was anticipating an end to the Province’s pay freeze and recently approved an increase that would have bumped the honorarium up by about $585 a year. The memo from the ministry says holding the honorarium at $5,900 is “necessary until we achieve our goal of eliminating the prov- ince’s deficit.” DDSB chairman Joe Allin says the board understands the need for fiscal restraint. 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He maintains a close relationship with constituents on a daily basis and looks forward to continuing to work for Students and Taxpayers. VOTE ON MONDAY,OCTOBER 27,2014 Re-El ect PaulCRAWFORD 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 15 P Find us on: Call for SubmiSSionS! application Deadline: october 31 at 11:59 p.m. Cost of the submission is FREE. Durham Tourism, in partnership with Spark Centre, has opened the call for submissions for the 2014 Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA). DATCA recognizes individuals and groups who are making our cultural community stronger by promoting creativity, innovation and collaboration in Durham Region.Visit www.artoftransition.ca for more information. awarDS Ceremony november 27, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Heydenshore Pavilion, Whitby Tickets must be purchased in advance online at www.artoftransition.ca. 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UOMi is a canadian christian charity involved in com- munity development in rural Zambia.. $25 in advace/$30 at the door. Sales and bazaars SatUrday, NOveMber 1 South Pickering seniors’ annual bazaar 9 a.m. 1 p.m. east Shore community centre, 910 Liver- pool rd., Pickering. baked goods, White elephant, books, crafts,knit wear, christmas decorations.light lunch and tea room. Free. Sporting Events Friday, October 24 PickerinG Panthers Jr. a hockey Game 7:30 p.m. 10 p.m. Pickering recreation complex, 1867 valley Farm rd. S., Pickering. Home game vs. Orangeville. adults - $12, students and seniors $7, kids - free. SatUrday, OctOber 25 PickerinG Swim club Sprint Swim meet 8 a.m. 6 p.m. Pickering recreation complex, 1867 valley Farm rd. S., Pickering. Pickering Swim club hosts its annual Sprint Meet. Free. www.pickswimclub.com. Things To Do SUNday, October 26 Let the Game Begins 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Pickering athletic centre, 1503 Sandy beach rd., Pickering. a day of celebration at Pickering athletic centre. it’s our recreational Photo day and we are expecting some special visitors. We will also have suit sales and a demonstra- tion by our very own Pac deMO teaM.. Free. haLLowe’en harvest 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Pickering Museum village, 2365 concession road 6, Pickering. capture the flavour of fall and celebrate Hallowe’en with heritage food, crafts, and activities. visit the fortune teller and listen to ghost stories. don’t miss the Gas & Steam barn at full tilt! enter Pickering Museum vil- lage Foundation’s annual rubber duckie race.. general admission Registration tHUrSday, OctOber 23 PickerinG army cadets - marching Band 6 p.m. 9 p.m. Pickering recreation complex, 1867 valley Farm rd. S., Pickering. Free to join, including uniforms and instru- ments. For ages 12-18. 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A centrepiece of our preparations is the Darlington Energy Complex, which houses a first-in-the-world mock-up training reactor face. We invite you and your family to the Darlington Energy Complex to check out our new facility, and take a tour of our mock-up reac tor. Staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Please join us at the Darlington Energy Complex. 1855 Energy Drive, Courtice, ON Tuesday and Wednesday, November 4 & 5 at 5:30 – 8 p.m. Saturday, November 8 at 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For directions to the Darlington Energy Complex, ple ase visit opg .com/clarington 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 21 APWhat’s On Mike Ruta Entertainment Editor / mruta@durhamregion.com / 905-579-4400 #2243 Ajax gallery show opens with Oct. 26 reception AJAX -- A Scarborough artist is once again showing his work in Ajax. George Forgie’s ‘Reaching Beyond My Yesterday’ show opens with an Oct. 26 reception from 2 to 5 p.m. The show is at the Cultural Expres- sions Art Gallery, located in Pickering Vil- lage at 62 Old Kingston Rd. The exhibition runs to Nov. 8. The gallery hours are Wednesday to Friday, noon to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m. During exhibitions, Cultural Expressions is also open on Sun- days from 1 to 4 p.m. Zombie theatrical readings DURHAM -- What goes on at the theatre on Halloween night? Zombie stuff, of course. Oshawa Little Theatre and Theatre 3x60 are joining forces to present theat- rical readings of Canadian zombie fiction on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. “Get your Halloween off to a chilling start with this evening of macabre sto- rytelling, Canadian style,” states a press release. “Oshawa Little Theatre and Theatre 3x60 are teaming up to present five dra- matized stories from the anthology Dead North, a collection of zombie stories tied to Canadian locales and legends. ” There is a cash bar, door and cos- tume prizes and an exhibition of zombie- themed art. Tickets are $10 and available at oshawalittletheatre.com or at Oshawa Little Theatre. All ticket proceeds will benefit Theatre 3x60 and Oshawa Little Theatre. Beethoven in Oshawa OSHAWA -- Durham’s symphony orches- tra pays tribute to one of the great com- posers this season. The Ontario Philharmonic opens its 2014/15 season with The Power of Beethoven: The Violin Concerto. The concert is at Oshawa’s Regent Theatre Oct. 25 at 8 p.m. “Beethoven’s works permeate concert halls and he remains a cultural icon even outside of classical music -- his music has been used in movies, commercials and pop songs,” states a press release. “No other composer has had such a defining impact on the course of Western music. ” The Regent Theatre is at 50 King St. E. There are a number of ways to buy tickets. Call the Regent Box Office at 905- 721-3399, ext. 2 or the OP at 905-579- 6711. Learn more about the OP and the upcoming season at www.ontariophil.ca. Arun Pal, Ajax’s eclectic musician He sings, plays piano, drums, guitar and records Mike Ruta mruta@durhamregion.com AJAX -- One could sit and talk music and musicians with Arun Pal all day. The Ajax singer/songwriter has released solo records, played on and recorded work for others and created improvised music for contemporary dance. He teaches music as well, but of late has been performing with a kindred spirit, Sam Dlugokecki. “We’re both multi-instrumentalists,” Pal says. “The beauty of it is we can play our music. It’s really rewarding ... how people respond to it and how it feels to be on stage.” It feels, he says, “more centred to who I am.” It’s been a long musical road for Pal and he’s gained a lot of perspective. A lot of peo- ple play music and are involved in music, but most have a job on the side. Pal is at it full-time (“it could be fuller,” he quips). From the Collingwood area, he first start- ed plunking on a piano when he was young. He took lessons, but quit because, he says, at five or six years of age reading music wasn’t fun. “What really interested me was my desire to go to university and take music,” he says. Pal got his Grade 9 conservatory piano so he could take music at Wilfrid Laurier University. He took a piano/drums double major but composition interested him just as much. By the end of the 90s, Pal had played with a number of bands and artists, includ- ing Matthew Osborne and the jam band ‘snack!’ It was an eclectic mix that broad- ened his horizons. “It was really an interesting time,” he says. “I realized I had this opportunity to work with these artists from these different worlds.” He had also built his own recording stu- dio and by the end of the decade he start- ed doing solo work. He was to give up on it for a while. Pal admits he was worried about what people thought of him and his music. But he also had a hard time reconciling what he could with a song in the studio with playing it live. Still, Pal had a house by then and felt pres- sure to pay the bills, so he plunged into music. He says he would spend 70 or 80 hours a week recording and playing. By the time Osborne died in 2004, Pal knew he was taking on too much. He began work on his double solo album, It’s Time/Once Again, and felt like he was “getting back on track.” It was well reviewed and people began tak- ing notice of Pal’s talent as a musician and writer. During a solo show in Ajax earlier this year, Pal at times played guitar and sang and at others took to the piano while singing and playing percussion. He was one of the musicians who per- formed at C’est What? in Toronto on Oct. 16 for Ten Years Gone: a tribute to the life and music of Matt Osborne. It was a mov- ing night and he felt a strong connection to Osborne and his music. As for himself, Pal says he thinks he’s found the right work/life balance. “I guess the No. 1 thing that matters is having the right kind of energy at the right time,” he says. “It’s not just about being an artist.” Self-effacing, Pal says he doesn’t have “a sense of entitlement” to drive him forward. But he wants to keep going as an artist, learning and growing. “I think it’s a great thing to be,” Pal says. Learn more about him at www.arunpal- music.com. AJAX -- Ajax musician Arun Pal performed at Debbie’s Boutique Cafe earlier this year. Photo by Sabrina Byrnes 2015 Key to the GMC Contest deadline tomorrow DURHAM -- The key to Oshawa’s Gener- al Motors Centre unlocks a year’s worth of sports and entertainment events. But the big question is, will it be two in a row for Clarington? Last year, Courtice’s Kim Engel told us she was “stunned and elated” when Global Spectrum’s William Balfour, marketing and group sales manager at the GMC, called her up to tell her she was the winner of the Key to the GMC Contest. At the GMC, Engel brought her husband Craig, son Tanner and daughter Tiffany to share in the fun when Balfour presented her with her big ticket. But that was just for show. Balfour explained to Engel that on the first day of every month in 2014, a pair of tickets for that month would be ready for her to pick up. A year has almost passed and Engel made the most of her key: she and family mem- bers were at the venue for Oshawa Generals’ games and some sweet live events and con- certs, namely The Band Perry, Jason Aldean, Elton John, Hedley and Cirque du Soleil. It’s time for the fifth annual contest, with the winner receiving a pair of tickets to every 2015 event at the arena. Last year’s contest saw almost 20,000 peo- ple enter. The 2015 GMC event calendar is begin- ning to take shape, including an April Tragi- cally Hip concert. “There are more big events coming to Oshawa for 2015 so fans should definitely keep their eyes opened,” Balfour said in a press release. “Our fans get extremely excit- ed at the thought of winning this prize and I can’t wait to let this year’s winner know as their reactions are always priceless.” This year’s contest runs until Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Learn how to enter and see the full contest rules and regulations at www.gmcentre.ca/ contest. P I C K E R I N G P I C K E R I N G A D V E R T I S I N G F E A T U R E During these tough economic times, businesses need an affordable way to advertise their products and services and create a name for themselves in the community. The Focus on Business advertising feature was designed to help businesses succeed at an affordable price. The feature has five zones: Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Whitby and Clarington, and advertisers can choose to run in any number of them. If they want to target a specific area, they can choose one zone or if they want broad coverage they can choose to run in all five. Advertising packages are available for six weeks, 18 weeks, 36 weeks and 52 weeks, and discounted rates are available for longer- term commitments. “I have nothing but good things to say about the Focus on Business feature,” says Wayne Hutchison, owner of Durham Windows and Doors, who has been advertising in the feature for 15 years. Having an ad in the newspaper every week helps businesses build recognition. Readers who see the advertisement on a regular basis become familiar with the business. Running in the section long term shows potential customers that the business is consistent and is there for the long term. The feature includes a 3” wide by 1.5” deep ad, but the best part is the free editorial that comes with each six week run. The articles will talk in-depth about the business and can include a photograph or image. Many advertisers find that the articles provide a surge in phone calls and sales. The articles allow readers to learn more about the businesses, including detailed information about the products and services they offer. Many advertisers have seen a dramatic increase in their bottom line because of advertising in the section. For more information on the Focus on Business feature or to book an ad, please call Connie Baker at (905) 579-4400 ext. 2271 or email cbaker@durhamregion.com. Focus on Business: Small Cost, Big Results! 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 22 P While an RBCInsurance survey1 shows that 9 in 10 parents rate their teensasfairly good drivers,manyteenagersstill fall prey to common driving misconceptions. “Being a teenage driver isn’t easy. You’re developing a new skill and learning the rules of the road, and because of this, are more likely to fall victim to myths,” explains Natalie Dupuis, Senior Product Manager, Auto, RBC Insurance. “The consequences of making a mistake on the road can have serious ramifications, including the impact to your pocketbook, with teens in an accident seeing substantial increases in premiums upwards of 50%. However, knowing what types of mistakes you’re most likely to commit can help teens make the right driving decisions.” While a number of these activities are already illegal, still many dangerous driving misconceptions persist. To help set the record straight, RBC Insurance debunks the three most common driving misconceptions among teens: Myth:“I can safelytext or talk on my phone while driving.” Fact:Cell phones are a significant visual and cognitive distraction for drivers, with average “eyes off the road” times that increase the riskof collision considerably. Drivers engaged in text messaging on a cell phone are 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash or near crash event than non-distracted drivers. 2 Myth:“I’ve only had one drink so I’m fine to drive.” Fact:Any amount of alcohol impairs driving and increases the riskof collision. Even one drinkcan cloud your thinking, dim your vision and slow your reflexes. Alcohol also affects your attention span, alertness and coordination. A driver with a blood alcohol content of 0.10% is 50 times more likely to be involved in a fatal crash than a driver with no blood alcohol content. 3 Myth:“Driving underthe influence of cannabis is not as bad as driving underthe influence of alcohol.” Fact:Your driving ability can be impaired by pot just as much as it can be impaired by alcohol, as both can impact your ability to concentrate and lower your reaction time. In fact, drivers between 16 and 24 years old are equally split between drinking-driver fatalities (27.6%) and drug-positive driver fatalities (26.9%). 4 To learn more, visit www.rbcinsurance.com/ insuranceneeds/safety-tips-for-teenage-drivers.html 1 2012RBCParentandTeenDrivingStudy. 2 VirginiaTechTransportationInstituteDriverDistractioninCommercial VehicleOperationsstudy,2009. 3 “ADiscussionGuidefordrinkingfacts.ca,”CanadianPublicHealth Association,2006. 4 “DrugImpairedDriving:AProblemUnrecognizedByTooManyParents,” CNW,February27,2014(www.newswire.ca/en/story/1313937/ drug-impaired-driving-a-problem-unrecognized-by-too-many-parents). Teen driving:Take the responsible road ®/™Trademark(s)ofRoyalBankofCanada.Usedunderlicence.VPS89171 ADVERTORIAL Call for DATCA nominations WHITBY -- Durham Region has issued a call for nominations for Durham’s creative leaders. Nominations have opened for the Dur- ham Art of Transition Creative Awards, to be handed out Nov. 27 in Whitby. “DATCA recognizes those who breathe creative life into our community and cel- ebrates the many successes in our local economy,” said Kathy Weiss, director of economic development and tourism, in a press release. “It is important to recognize these individuals and organizations, and celebrate creativity, innovation and collab- oration in Durham Region.” Presented by Durham Region’s planning and economic development department (economic development and tourism divi- sion), in partnership with Spark Centre, the award presentations are at Heydenshore Pavilion in Whitby. As well, Durham Tourism will be making a special announcement at the event about the Durham Festival -- a celebration of cre- ativity and culture in Durham -- which will run from Aug. 13 to 16, 2015. Awards will be presented in 11 categories this year, including Theatre, Media Arts, Culinary/Artisanal, Music, Literary, Phi- lanthropy, Visual Arts and Festivals and Events. Nominations are open until 11:59 a.m. on Oct. 31. To submit a nomination, visit the Creative Awards section at www.artoftransition.ca. PICKERING -- The Pickering Panthers continue to play competitive hockey and were rewarded with three points in their past two outings. They got back-to-back games against Toronto entries in Ontario Junior Hock- ey League play, beating the Jr. Canadiens 3-1 on home ice Friday, but dropping a double overtime 2-1 game to the defend- ing league champion Patriots on Tuesday night. In the win, Nicholas Lepone, Brandon Salerno and Joseph Mitchell had the goals, as the Panthers carried a 2-0 lead into the third period. The Jr. Canadiens cut it to one with 3:14 to go on the power play and with the goalie pulled for an extra attack- er. Mitchell answered back just 35 seconds later to restore the two-goal margin. Tuesday it took both the Panthers and Patriots forever to score. The Patriots broke a scoreless tie with just 56 seconds to go in the game, but the Panthers answered right back just 30 seconds later when Lepone tied it. In the new overtime format, neither team scored four on four, but the Patriots’ Beau Browning tallied 43 seconds into the three on three for the game-winner. Pickering moved into first place in the North Division with an 8-4-0-3 record, one point better than Aurora’s 18, and three up on Newmarket’s 16. Lindsay (15) and Stouffville (13) round out the division. On Friday the Panthers will host Oran- geville at 7:30 p.m., heading to Wellington on Sunday night. 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 • Oc t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 4 23 PSports Brad Kelly Sports Editor / bkelly@durhamregion.com / 905-579-4400 #2254 Lightning finding ways to win Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- Every year, the Durham West Jr. Lightning pick a home game in October and wear pink jerseys to show their sup- port and raise awareness for the fight against breast cancer. This season, it hit a little closer to home than usual when they pulled them on for Sunday’s matinee game against Stoney Creek. “I think every year it hits home for every- one differently. This year a little more for us,” said head coach Jeremy Murphy, as the mom of one of his players fights breast cancer. “There was an added feeling around that game. The game was dedicated to her and the girls had a little ceremony in the room before. It was definitely good to get the win.” Backstopped by the shutout performance of Tera Hofmann, who stopped all 21 shots, the Lightning rode a second-period goal by Katrina Manoukarakis to a 1-0 victory. The Lightning were certainly opportunistic, directing just 13 shots at the Stoney Creek net. It was the sixth win in a row for the Light- ning, who benefitted from a power-play and short-handed goal Saturday night on home ice to beat Waterloo 4-1. Kait- lyn McManus had both the specialty team goals, and added another even strength for the hat trick. Alexandra Maw had the other goal late in the third period. The Light- ning were in control throughout, holding a 40-10 edge in shots on goal. “The girls came up with a team motto this year which is ‘Find a Way,’” said Mur- phy. “I think this particular weekend, both games emulated that. They had to find ways to win both games differently. “The most impressive thing to me so far, we’ve managed to find ways to win.” Tuesday night, the Lightning played Lea- side to a scoreless overtime tie, Rebecca Clark credited with the shutout. The Lightning will be in Detroit this weekend to compete in a Can-Am tourna- ment. They return to league play on Sun- day, Nov. 2 when they host Brampton at the Ajax Community Centre. AJAX -- Durham West Junior Lightning’s Natalie Wozney battled for the puck with Stoney Creek Sabres’ Sarah Jerome during their Provincial Women’s Hockey League game at the Ajax Community Centre. The Lightning blanked the Sabres 1-0. Ryan Pfeiffer / Metroland Pickering Panthers in first PICKERING -- Pickering Panthers’ Riley Katsumi and Toronto Jr. Canadiens’ Matthew Ferrari chased the puck in OJHL hockey action at the Pickering Recreation Complex. The Panthers won 3-1. 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His presence we miss His memory we treasure The love, the smile, the strength you had we will never let go Loving you always, forgetting you never. Lovingly remembered by his wife Joyce, daughters Debbie, Karen and Brenda, son Johnny, grandchildren and one great-grandson, brother Ed, sisters Anita & Anne SARNOVSKY, Olga Tania (nee Shestowsky) - Passed away peacefully at Bay Ridges Long Term Care Home in Pickering on October 20th, 2014 at the age of 78. The last surviving family member born to Jacob and Anastasia Shestowsky. Predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Henry (December 10th, 1996) and by her parents, by her brothers Alex, Ambrose and Myron and by her sisters Nelly Harmer, Helen Pickering, Zena Sheridan and Iris Hamilton. Beloved mother and grandmother of John (Rosy) and their daughters Diana and Victoria of Ajax; Jim (Kim) and their daughters Rebecca and Rachel of Centerville, Ohio; Joe (Sharron) and their daughter Amanda and son Christopher of Oshawa; and Jody of Toronto. Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Thursday, October 23rd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH (1100 Mary St. N., Oshawa) on Friday, October 24th at 10:00 a.m. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. Online condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome.com. Remember Our Veterans Publishing Thursday, November 6th Place your Tribute by Calling our Classifi ed Department at If you include Rank, Branch of Service, Special Awards & Locations where they Served or are Presently Serving, we will include this information in your Tribute. “A Tribute to our Country’s Heroes” 2”x4” including picture and 50 words for only $49 + HST 905-576-9335 905-683-0707 MICALLEF, JOHN - At the Ajax-Pickering Hospital on Wednesday, October 15, 2014 in his 69th year. 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