The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutNA2015_06_10• Canada’s leader in Laser Eye Surgery • Over 200,000 Treatments performed LASER VISION CORRECTION SEE the Difference 416-431-7449 2941 LAWRENCE AVE,EAST SCARBOROUGH ON M1P 2V6 Bochner.com Applicable to labour and parts (on a service repair order - Offerdoes not apply to Tires or Oil & Filter Changes.) Not Valid forover-the-counter Parts Purchases. Expires: June 30, 2015 Couponmust be present when service order is written. Not valid with anyother offer or discounted service. Valid only at our dealership.Coupon not valid on previous charges. Cost does not include taxes,shop supplies and hazardous waste fees if applicable. 575 Kingston Road Pickering Tel: (905) 831-5400 www.pickeringhonda.com SAVE 10%THEBIGSTORE BESIDETHE4010 557 Kingston Rd., Pickering www.pickeringtoyota.com 905-420-9000 SALES •SERVICE PARTS •BODYSHOP PICKERINGNews Adver tiser durhamregion.com JUNE 10, 2015 Pan Am Torch Relay in photos: Pgs. 13-16 Calendar of Events: P. 17 Real Estate Section: Pgs. 19-22 Social media links Durham, Pan Am Games Metroland graphic by Adam Nizio P. 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 2 AP 550 Beck Crescent at the 401 & Salem Road, Ajax 905-428-9993 • www.ajaxconventioncentre.ca NewlyRenovated Ballrooms… SimplyElegant! The P er f ect Place to Stage Your Next Event... These talented young ladies were just a few of the many live performers at last year’s annual Rock With Ages event. Held in support of the Durham Elder Abuse Net work (D.E.A.N.) at Abbeylawn Manor Retirement Home in Pickering, this year’s event will be held this coming Saturday, June 13th.The public is invited to attend this free event but donations will be accepted. In addition to a great line-up of live performances there will be fun and games for the whole family. Abbeylawn Manor Retirement Home is located at 534 Rodd Avenue,east off Rosebank Road, just above the lake. For more info visit www.abbeylawnmanor.com Advertisement /CONTEST ONLINE THIS WEEK durhamregion.com @ Find ‘newsdurham’ on your favourite social channel WIN DAD A BARBECUE! Has your dad’s barbecue seen better days? Are the grates so nasty that you’ve told him you’ve become a vegetarian? If you answered yes to these questions, here is your chance to give your dad the best Father’s Day gift pos- sible -- a new Broil King Signet 20 bar- becue compliments of Canadian Home Leisure. Just post a photo of his broken- down, old barbecue on this contest page for your chance to win. The photo with the most votes wins a new barbecue with accessories worth approxi- mately $500. You can vote once each day for any entry. That’s one vote per person and/ or IP address each day. Any votes exceed- ing that limit will be deleted. This contest runs from May 28, 2015 until June 12, 2015. Visit ‘Contest’ on durhamregion.com to enter. No purchase necessary. INDEX Real Estate / 19-22 Sports / 23 Classified / 24 Pressrun 54,400/ 40 pages / Optional 3-week delivery $6 / $1 newsstand How traffic lights keep commuters moving in Durham Region Signals, beacons, loops and cameras means ‘efficient flow’ is expected for Pan Am Games Emma Nicholls enicholls@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- A room the size of a typical coffee shop in Whitby holds the technolo- gy which controls all traffic control signals in Durham Region. All desks and chairs lining the perim- eter of the room face 12 screens, creating a wall of complicated roadways and flash- ing images representing key traffic areas in Durham Region, which is home to more than 600,000 people, according to the lat- est census data. Joe Cafarelli, traffic engineering supervi- sor at the Durham Region traffic manage- ment centre, said the more than 600 traffic control signals and warning beacons in the region are the product of extensive study and planning. “We run signal timings on a time-of-day basis which means, as an example, in the morning rush hour there tends to be an exodus going westbound for people that are working in Toronto. So we like to pro- gram our traffic control signals to cater to that majority movement, that critical movement going out towards Toronto,” he said. “In the p.m., it’s the reverse. So there’s a lot of programming, a lot of analysis that goes into programming our signals.” Mr. Cafarelli said each signal in the region includes several things working behind the scenes, such as inductive loops hidden beneath the asphalt which can sense the presence of a vehicle waiting for the light to change. He said Durham officials are currently evaluating products that detect cyclists, since the current technology isn’t made for that. “When a vehicle passes over this wire that’s embedded in the asphalt, it senses a change in inductance, more or less magne- tism.” he said. “We can get a lot of vehicle data coming back to our central location here and we can analyze that data.” Cameras are also situated at key interec- tions as another tool to keep vehicles mov- ing. “We have over 65 cameras located stra- tegically throughout the region,” said Mr. Cafarelli. “It’s like having a set of eyes in the field all day.” Some days it may seem like all the lights in Durham Region are red, but it really is all about timing. Most lights are timed, rang- ing from 70 seconds to up to 100 seconds for a full rotation. Tools such as induc- tion loops and cameras allow operators to change signal times based on traffic flow, such as when an accident occurs or con- struction causes an unusual detour route. Some intersections which see very little opposing traffic rely on inductive loops to sense when the light should change. “The whole goal is to minimize the impact on the public,” said Mr. Cafarelli. “This system that we have here is a second- by-second traffic control system. So what that means is if a problem occurs in the field, we will see that problem within sec- onds.” With the Pan Am and Parapan Am games fast approaching this summer, an influx of traffic in the region is inevitable. Mr. Cafarelli said Durham is ready for the vis- itors who will flood Whitby, Oshawa and Ajax, venues for several events during the games. “We’re going to be making some traffic control signal modifications, traffic con- trol signal timing changes, and we’re going to be staffing the traffic management cen- tre throughout the Pan Am and Parapan games just to ensure that there is efficient flow for the athletes, the games’ clients, the spectators as well and for the general pub- lic and visitors of Durham Region,” he said. -- Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a signa- ture sponsor of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by Presi- dent’s Choice and OLG. WHITBY -- Joe Cafarelli, a traffic engineering supervisor with the Regional Municipality of Durham, in the traffic control centre. Jason Liebregts / Metroland Watch the video on 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 3 AP Father’s Day sale Sale price applies to the purchase of 4 new tires. Installation, weights, taxes and OSF extra. Offer ends June 30, 2015 or while supplies last. 99 CENTS OVER COST MASSIVE TIRE SALE! FOR ALL MAKES & MODELS 301 Bayly St. W., Ajax Located on Bayly St.W. BetweenWestney and Harwood 1-866-96-MAZDA • 905-428-0088 www.ajaxmazda.com INCLUDES ALL SEASON & WINTER TIRES! TIRE STORAGE AVAILABLE! FREE CAR WASH! Service D e p a r t m e n t P r e s e n t s Service Department Presents *Offer applicable on IDs up to $39 in value or can be applied to IDs of greater value.For new term membership (15, 24 &36 month) registrations only.Offer expires on June 30, 2015. Cannot be combined with any other coupon offers. †Offer applicable on MedicAlert Stainless Steel Blue ID.For new term, 12 month registrations only.Offer expires June 30, 2015. Cannot be combined with any other coupon offers. Thank You! MedicAlert Foundation Canada would like to THANK the Durham community and the Alzheimer’s Society of Durham for supporting our new partnership with Durham Regional Police Services. Together,we’re helping those who have a tendency to wander or go missing, return safely home. medicalert.ca Call 1.800.668.1507 to take advantage of this Special Offer! Join today and receive a FREE ID &REGISTRATION plus 50%OFF Membership This program is for persons living with a medical condition, allergies, on medication or who have a medical implant/device. To join, use Offer Code: DP0630N * This program is specifically for persons living with Alzheimer’s / Dementia.To join, use Offer Code:MASHPA30N† 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 4 AP Some jewelry displayed patented (US Pat. No. 7,007,507) • © 2015 Pandora Jewelry, LLC • All rights reserved • PANDORA.NET YOUR JEWELRY ISN’T JUST JEWELRYYT JEWELRY ISN’T JUSOUR JEWELRY PICKERING TOWN CENTREPICKERING TOWN CENTRE UPPER LEVEL • 905.492.7263UPPER LEVEL • 905.492.7263 SCARBOROUGH TOWN CENTRESCARBOROUGH TOWN CENTRE LOWER LEVEL • 416.296.9932 Offeringindependent, assisted,secured l i v i n g & r e s p i t e services Pickering’s Best Kept Secret! Retirement Living in a Country Atmosphere! 534 Rodd Ave. Pickering (East off Rosebank Rd. above the lake). 905-509-2582 • 1-888-999-5668 • www.abbeylawnmanor.com2010Diamond Dr. Usman M.D. In-House Physician We are packing our bags and getting ready to move into a brand new office to provide you with even better service. Don’t worry we are not moving far. Effective July 2nd we will be relocating in the Pickering Town Centre to the lower level in the food court across from the security office. In the meantime we are open for business in our current location between Shopper’s Drug Mart and Sport Chek, our entrance is from outside. Our Travel Professionals are waiting to help you plan your next Vacation Package, Cruise Holiday or European Tour. Call the experts today at 905-420-3233 www.marlintravel.ca/1127 We’re on the Move! ®TM Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Inc., and Transat Distribution Canada Inc. Marlin Travel is a division of Transat Distribution Canada Inc. ON Reg. #50015084, BC Reg. #23567. Head Office: 191 The West Mall, Suite 700, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K8. www.MortgagesMadeEasy.biz *A fee is charged only when the lender does not compensate the broker.Brokerage License #10422 Contact Michael at: 416.457.8801 mpoon@MortgagesMadeEasy.biz Offering local expertise and mortgage advice in: • 1 st Mortgages • 2 nd Mortgages • Renewals • Home Improvement Mortgages • Secure Lines of Credit Do Mortgage Brokers charge fees? In most instances, they do not.*AAQQ&& Now Accepting New Patients For Dentistry While Asleep And Awake Durham Dental Anesthesia welcomes Dr.Richard Nurgitz who joins the team as a General Family Dentist working with patients who receive their dental treatments while awake. Clinic services include: •Teeth Cleaning and Whitening • Custom Mouth Guards • Crowns and Bridges To schedule an appointment call: 905-683-3300 or go to dentistrywhileasleep.com and complete the Contact Us form. Anesthesia dentistry while asleep DentalDurham Meeting the dental needs of ALL family members. In partnersip with You Design your yers online We Distribute through home carrier delivery We Print at an exceptional price to learn more Grow your business by Designing, Printing and Distributing your yers through Beautiful yers starting at just 12¢ per piece! 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 5 AP Our residence features... Gorgeous Dining Room Chapel & Theatre Fitness & Exercise Room Indoor Heated Therapeutic Pool Studio, One-bedroom, One-bedroom Plus Den & Two-bedroom Suites with Large Double Windows Visit www.harwoodplace.ca to w a t c h t h e v i r t u a l t o u r ! Ann M a r i e M c C a b e ,Director o f M a r k e t i n g & C o m m u n i t y R e l a t i o n s Tours are scheduled seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. PICKERING &TORONTO KINGSTON R D . WES T N E Y R D . HA R WO O D AVE . WHITBY & O S H A WA MAGILL D R . CHAPMAN D R . S A L E M R D . HIRSHFIELD L N . 44 2 KERRISON D R . OLD H A R WO O D A VE. OLD H A R WOOD A VE. 401 240 O l d H a r w o o d A v e n u e i n A j a x Harwood Place opened its doors on June 1st. Now is your opportunity to be among the first residents of Ajax-Pickering’s newest retirement home! Come C e l e b r a t e L i f e W i t h U s ! Book your tour today! in just 1 day... Call to schedule a FREE ,in-home consultation today! 158 Bloor St E, Oshawa Visitourwebsiteandconnectwithus!www.bathfitter.com CELEBRATING 29 YEARS !yadot noitatlusnoc emoh-ni !yadot noitatlusnoc emoh-ni Make your BathroomNEW again in1Day BATHFITTERinstallscustomfitacrylictubs,showerbasesandwalls. It’sbeautifuland soeasytoclean -yourwon’tbelievethetransformation! BEFOREBEFORE CELEBRATING 31 YEARS aFtER Effective from May 1st to August 31st, 2015. Rebate250 when you purchase † Silhouette®with UltraGlide®. Transform lightinto beauty. †Purchase a minimum of 4 Silhouette®with UltraGlide ®and receive a $250 rebate. Also, when you purchase any number of these additional shades, you’ll receive an extra $50 for each.Valid at participating retailers only.The rebate will be issued in the form of a Hunter Douglas Prepaid American Express ®Gift Card. THE PROMOTION CARD is a trademark of The Hunt Group. All Rights Reserved. THE PROMOTION CARD is a Prepaid American Express ®Card issued by Amex Bank of Canada. ®Used by Amex Bank of Canada under license from American Express. www.sunshade.ca • info@sunshade.ca Ajax Showroom 88 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village,Ajax 905-428-0937 Walk-In Clinic Hours Mon-Thurs: 12-7 pm • Friday: 12-6 pm 2200 BroCk rd. N. PICkerINg 905-427-7577supersevenpharmacy.ca Manish Patel Pharmacist owner Full Service Pharmacy WALKINANDTALKWITHADOCTORQUICKLY THroUgH TeLeMedICINe For • COMMON MEDICAL CONDITIONS • PRESCRIPTION RENEWALS • REFERRALS AND MUCH MORE NO M O R E WAITING IN T H e d o C T o r S o F F I C e ! Tim Whittaker - Publisher • Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief • Mike Johnston - Managing Editor • Fred Eismont - Director of Advertising • Deb McDonald - Sales Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classiﬁ ed Advertising Manager • Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager • Cheryl Haines - Composing Manager A Metroland Media Group Ltd. Publication ADVERTISING 905-215-0472 CLASSIFIEDS 905-215-0442 DISTRIBUTION 905-215-0504 NEWS 905-215-0481 or 905-215-0462 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 6 P 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 Subsidized farming To the editor: Recent comments implying that growth in the region is urban “blight” have spurred me to educate myself on farming in Ontario. According to Statistics Canada there are approximately 12.5 million acres of classes 1-2-3 farmland (most desirable) in Ontario, of which 1.5 million acres are Class 1. The bulk of the farmland is actually in eastern and southwestern Ontario; a significant amount of the land is not actually farmed. Much farming activity is heavily subsidized and protected through supply management, quotas, tariffs, and propped up by all levels of government; the consumer pays dearly at the checkout counter to help shield much of the farming industry from market forces. A representative of the racing industry stat- ed at Pickering City Hall last year that at least one million acres are being used to raise, feed, train and enjoy horses; it seems ludicrous that we quibble about a few thousand acres for a regional airport. I am all for financially via- ble farming, but I am not interested in subsi- dized, protected, make-work initiatives. Durham is expanding. We need to catch up to the rest of the GTA and provide opportuni- ties for them. This is progress. Let us stop the charade and get on with building our city, including the airport lands. David Sim, Pickering • See the full text of this letter at durhamregion.com Preparing all learners at Durham College As Ontario colleges continue to evolve, innovate and respond to the changing student and the nature of our work in the local, national and global econo- mies, I’m often asked about college versus university. Ontario colleges have been part of the post- secondary landscape for 48 years and have always been associated with preparing students for jobs and careers, and helping to build strong communi- ties. Colleges draw their students from high school, those in the workforce affected by a changing econ- omy, and others just wanting a career change. More recently, a growing number of university graduates have turned to colleges to develop skills for employ- ment and benefit from our experiential learning envi- ronment. All of these learners are supported by our balance of academics, applied learning, research and a network of services. Most conversations about college focus on post- secondary and apprenticeship programs. However, college is so much more. For many in society, colleg- es offer that first important step to a post-secondary education. They work with a broad cross-section of the population, from every rung on the socio-eco- nomic ladder, including those facing financial bar- riers. Colleges provide access to higher education across the spectrum, from the brightest students to those who are underprepared and require additional social and academic supports to be successful. Visit Durham College and along with our post- secondary and apprenticeship students you will find high school students finishing their diplomas while earning ‘dual’ college credits, men and women pur- suing special interests through continuing education, and others upgrading their math, science and other skills. Colleges today offer the academic rigour of their university partners, along with the experiential and applied learning environment and training. Most programs also connect with industry and business through work placements, clinical experiences and industry-specific projects and research. A strong, pro- gressive college is a microcosm of a strong, progres- sive community -- inclusive and available, and drivers of social and economic well-being for all. -- Don Lovisa is president of Durham College, which is home to almost 30,000 students. Don Lovisa Guest Column Learning Durham set to welcome world, reap benefits With Durham Region municipalities putting the finishing touches on Pan Am Games preparations, we are poised to put out the welcome mat and greet the world, playing hosts to athletes and visitors from around the globe in July. Welcoming thousands of people into Dur- ham to watch or compete in the Games won’t be without challenges -- namely in transit, local road congestion and traffic. But with years of planning already in the rear- view mirror, Durham officials are as ready as they can be and excitement is building. Apart from being integral to the country’s largest organized sporting event, Durham can look forward to cashing in on the eco- nomic benefits those visitors will bring to our communities, and we’ll enjoy the last- ing legacy of upgraded sporting facilities and local roads, all part of the permanent preparations that have been undertaken. The stage is set for Durham’s Pan Am per- formances in Ajax, where baseball and soft- ball games will be held, and in Oshawa, host to boxing and weightlifting competitions. But all of Durham -- which will welcome people ready to explore, shop, eat, play and spend a night or several -- can expect to reap benefits. It’s the first time all eight municipalities have worked together for a sports tourism event, said Durham Tourism manager Kerri King. “We’re celebrating the fact that we have the opportunity to host something of this magnitude,” she said. In Ajax, retailers were given packages that contain maps and other materials, such as a frequently-asked-questions section that will aid shopkeepers when they inevitably get asked questions about the Games by customers. Ahead of the Games, Oshawa has increased its community events, host- ing cleanups and plantings and other out- reach projects to get residents and busi- nesses involved. The City has worked to “Pan Am-ize” the downtown area with win- dow wraps and banners and has reached out to assist businesses. “We want to welcome the world,” said Laurie Jones, the City’s acting manager for programs and facilities. And welcome the world we will, with millions of dollars expected to be generated along with pride and Canadian patriotism as we cheer on our athletes. Oshawa Mayor John Henry has estimated as much as $10 million “will cir- culate through the community”. It’s been a long time coming. Everyone in Durham has an important role to play in making visitors to our communities feel welcome as we showcase the best we have to offer. Let the Games begin. In loss we find love and learning I got news yesterday of the death of a high school acquaintance. Not a terribly close friend but a guy I knew, played football with and had actually chatted with recent- ly at a public school reunion. Like it always does, stuff like this stopped me dead in my tracks. At moments like these it seems as though God abruptly pauses the film I’m starring in and everything gets deathly quiet. And in that awesome silence I am solemnly reminded of the startling transience of this life. I stare at photos of the deceased or I conjure up an image of the individual as I remember him, perhaps in a football jer- sey or high school hallway and the phrase “I knew him and now he is gone,” plays over and over and over again in my head. He is gone. He really is gone. Inevitably this leads to the even more sobering thought that one day I too will be gone. My mom and dad will be gone, my brothers and sister will be gone. My friends will be gone. It is easy to become frozen in the cold tractor beam of these kinds of thoughts. Left unchecked they can lead to wander- ing aimlessly down such cheery routes as ‘What’s the Point Lane’, ‘Why Bother Ave- nue’ and the particularly dreary ‘Nobody Here Gets Out Alive Boulevard’. That’s not a neighbourhood you should really hang out in for too long. But losing someone is a big deal. How- ever much I believe in the immortality of the spirit, our essence, and I do, there’s no denying that while we’re here, in this cos- mic fun park, loss can feel very real and very permanent. It can be crushing. Which is why I’m always amazed that more peo- ple don’t spend much more time wonder- ing and thinking about what happens after we leave the park. Doesn’t it behoove all of us to do a little research in that area? If only to give our- selves something to hang onto when, inev- itably, loss steamrolls into our lives? I’m not advocating going through life with a head lost in the hereafter, but it might be nice if we spent at least as much time on spiritual matters as we do on, say, whether that couple we hate is going to ‘love it’ or ‘list it’. And we don’t do ourselves any favours by putting these questions off. Our deathbed is certainly not the best place to address them. No. 1, not all of us get a deathbed, and No. 2, I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to think clearly with the egg timer of life noisily winding down in your head. Which is why, when we bump into moments like this throughout our lives -- the loss of friends and loved ones -- I think we should consider them gifts. Each per- son or pet that leaves me endows me with the priceless reward of ‘presence’. If only for the briefest of time, life gets stripped down to its chassis and, if we are willing, we get a chance to look under the hood for a bit, to consider the big questions and, hopefully, to live our lives a little more meaningfully as a result. Seen in that holy light, there is no such thing, ever, as a meaningless death. There is only love and learning. And there is at least a little comfort in that. -- Durham resident Neil Crone, actor, comic, writer, saves some of his best lines for this column. Let’s Talk Weigh in on topics of the day www.facebook.com/ newsdurham du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m 7 AP Marta Konc: When Tribute in Oshawa opened the new phase 5 just a couple of weeks ago, there were people lined up down the street. They had to have police there each day... insane. We bought a house 4 months ago in phase 4 and in this new phase it is 70k more expensive! The Oshawa Generals brought home their fifth Memorial Cup with a thrilling win over Kelowna. What best describes the victory for you?Poll Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 RED HOT REAL ESTATE: Durham Region’s real estate market continues to hum along, boosted by the frenzy of recent years in Toronto that has result- ed in huge price increases and bidding wars that have spilled over to markets here in Durham. Here’s what people were saying on the topic: Enter Laughing Neil Crone Actor, comic, writer Um, what’s a Memorial Cup?19% Pretty cool, but let’s keep it in perspective.66% Best day of my life. I mean it! 15% Mental illnesses cannot be overlooked To the editor: As students come to the end of the school year, excitement grows for summer vacation, although those in high school must undergo exams before the fun in the sun. Studies have shown that in our day and age the notion of a carefree youth has gone extinct. Conducted surveys prove that high school students have surpassed the stress level of adults and are now seen as the age group dealing with the most stress. For a Grade 12 student like myself, the pressure is on; competing for those post- secondary spots and dealing with the confusion of the recent strike is taking a toll on us. Today one in five Canadians are vic- tims to mental illness, and those suffering now need help more than ever. However, looking around there is nowhere offering guidance. Anxiety levels are building up, and depression is kicking in as no other options seem practical. The lack of awareness has created stig- ma against those suffering, because humans fear concepts we do not under- stand. This problem cannot be shunned anymore. With mental illness becoming such a dominant social issue, it is alarming to see no help being offered. Liam King Brooklin WIN! A Tim Hortons gift card if you are the Featured Letter authorFeatured Letter Robin Simpson: Was driving in Whitby and saw that a new devel- opment is starting in Sunderland. Guessing that will go fast too. Theresa Stepinac: Yes this is a frenzy now! It needs to stop ... There is a law in place that proof of other offers needs to be shown to poten- tial buyers beginning July 1st- no phantom offers allowed! Lisa Boughner: Townhouse on my street in Ajax just sold for 70k over asking! There were 20 agents lined up on offer presentation night! Laura Darcy: Sucks for first-time home buyers, I wish agents would stop holding offers. I know everyone wants the most $$ for their house, but long term this just isn’t sustainable unless everyone wants to be house poor. Zach Anaya: I don’t even under- stand how people can afford to pur- chase houses. I work my butt off just to get by. Richard Peterson: I’m in the mar- ket to buy right now and its ridiculous what homes are going for. A year ago I could easily get a home with my single income budget but now its tougher. Ellen Knee-Keats: I can’t afford to sell my home and buy in the same area to keep my kids in the same schools. It’s crazy! 10 Things people forget to take on camping trips 1. Matches/lighter 2. Campfire grill 3. Knife/Multitool 4. Sunscreen 5. Insect repellant 6. Flashlight 7. First-aid kit 8. Compass 9. Water 10. Marshmallows 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 8 P BUY ONLINE &SAVE UP TO $151 SAVE 70% $99 FOR 1 WEEK OF SPORTS AND MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER CAMP (A $250 VALUE) BUY ONLINEAND SAVE $741 $19 9 FOR AN EXCITING AND INFORMATIVE IN- HOME COOKING CL ASS FOLLOWED BY A DELICIOUS FIVE-COURSE DINNER FOR A PARTY OF FOUR LUCK Y PEOPLE - 3 MENUS TO CHOOSE FROM Save on these LOCAL DEALS atWagJag.com brought toyou by your LOCAL MERCHANTS WAGJAG IS A PROUD MEMBER OF BUY ONLINE &SAVE $76 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $25 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $71 $29 FOR 300 LBS OF JUNK REMOVAL AND A DISPOSAL CONSULTAT ION (A $105 VALUE) $20 TO SEE DAVE CURRAN, THE BAD BOY OF HYPNOTISM IN WHITBY ON JUNE 26, 2015 (A $45 VALUE) $29 FOR $10 0 TOWARDS AUTOMOTIVE WINDOW TINTING AND GLASS REPAIR IN DURHAM BUY ONLINE &SAVE $35 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $51 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $41 $35 FOR A HAIRCUT WITH PARTIAL HIGHLIGHTS (A $70 VALUE) $49 FOR A FOOT ‘MAN’ICURE, ION CLEANSE DETOX FOOT BATH, UV SANITIZATION OF ONE PAIR OF SHOES & A 20ML GEHWOL FOOT CREAM COMBINATION (A $100 VALUE) $24 FOR 1 MONTH OF UNLIMITED DROP-IN CLASSES (A $65 VALUE) BUY ONLINE &SAVE $190 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $52 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $150 $39 FOR A PREMIUM AT-HOME TEETH WHITENING KIT WITH TRAVEL CASE (A $229 VALUE) - SHIPPING INCLUDED $70 FOR 18 HOLES OF GOLF FOR 2 INCLUDING POWER CART AND 2 LBS OF WINGS (A $122 VALUE) $99 FOR A PANASONIC ARC3 ELECTRIC SHAVER WITH CLEANING SYSTEM AND BAG (A $249 VALUE) BUY ONLINE& SAVE 55% $15 FOR A 1-MONTH GYM MEMBERSHIP (A $33 VALUE) $45 FOR 3-MONTH GYM MEMBERSHIP WITH ONE NUTRITION CONSULTATION (A $139 VAULE) BUY ONLINE &SAVE $151 $149 FOR A 6-PIECE HDTV ANTENNA AND INSTA LL AT ION KIT (A $300 VALUE) BUY ONLINE& SAVE $171 $99 FOR A FULL INTERIOR AUTO DETAILING PACK AGE (A $270 VALUE) BUY ONLINE& SAVE 50% $40 FOR A MANICURE & PEDICURE ($80 VALUE) $45 FOR A RELAXATION FACIAL WITH MICRO- DERMABRASION AND A MASSAGE OF THE NECK AND SHOULDERS (A $99 VALUE) BUY ONLINE &SAVE UP TO $11 50 BUY ONLINE &SAVE $25 $1150 FOR A SINGLE ALL-DAY ADMISSION TO THE BOWMANVILLE ZOO (A $23 VALUE) $20 FOR A TICKET TO SEE DIRTY MINDS ON SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH AT LIVE ACT THEATRE (A $45 VALUE) 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 9 P Direct Access 905.420.4660 General Enquiries 905.683.2760 Service Disruption 1.866.278.9993 Register Now for Camps! pickering.ca/camps Date Meeting/Location Time June10 AccessibilityAdvisoryCommittee PickeringRecreationComplex–ProgramRoom#2 7:00pm June15 CouncilMeeting CityHall-CouncilChambers 7:00pm June23 PickeringMuseumVillageAdvisoryCommittee CityHall-MainCommitteeRoom 7:00pm June24 HeritagePickering CityHall–TowerRoom 7:00pm June24 CommitteeofAdjustment CityHall–MainCommitteeRoom 7:00pm June25 PickeringLibraryBoard–Greenwood 7:00pm Allmeetingsareopentothepublic.Fordetailscall905.420.2222orvisitthe Citywebsite.ForServicedisruptionnotificationcall1.866.278.9993 Upcoming Public Meetings Firstinstallmentofthe2015FinalPropertyTaxBillisdueJune25,2015 PleasecontactusifyouhavenotreceivedyourTaxNotice. DidYouKnowThatYouCanPayYourPropertyTaxesOnline? Thisissetupthroughyour bankinginstitution.TheCityofPickeringischosenasthe “payee”andyourrollnumber,usingall17digits(startingwith01),isusedastheaccount number.Onmostbanksiteswearelistedas“Pickering-Taxes.”Pleasecontactyourfinancial institutionforassistance. Pleaseallowfivedaysbeforetheduedateforyourelectronicpaymenttoreachouroffice. Pleasenotethatyourtaxaccountiscreditedwhenpaymentisreceivedatouroffice,not thedayfundsarewithdrawnfromyourbankaccountorbythepost-markeddateonyour envelope. FailuretoreceiveaTaxNoticedoesnotreduceyourresponsibilityforthepaymentoftaxes andpenalty. LatePaymentFee Alatepaymentfeeof1.25%isaddedtoanyunpaidtaxesonthefirstdayofdefaultandon thefirstdayofeachmonth,aslongasthetaxesremainunpaid.Thepenaltyandinterest ratesaresetbyCityBy-laws,pursuanttotheOntario MunicipalAct.TheCitydoesnothave theauthoritytowaivepenaltyandinterestcharges. ContactCityofPickering,TaxationSection: 905.420.4614 propertytaxes@pickering.ca Civic Holiday Hours of Operation CivicComplex(CityHall)905.420.2222 July1 Closed RecreationComplex,Pool&Arena 905.683.6582 July1 Closed DunbartonPool 905.831.1260 July1 Closed PickeringMuseumVillage 905.683.8401 July1 Closed PickeringPublicLibraries 905.831.6265 July1 Closed CanadaDayEventJuly 1st @ Kinsmen Park Daytime Activitiesnoon –5:00pm Main Stageentertainmentat 7:00pm –Dusk Fireworks Dusk Park Free at OPG777 BrockRoador889 BroadRoad,Southof Bayly & take theShuttle Bus for Freefromnoonuntilafterfireworks! Wednesday,July1 2015 CanadaDay@KinsmenPark ComefortheDay!noonto5pm FamilyStage •music,magic&entertainment KidZone •giantbouncers,climbers &slides TeenZone •liveDJ,breakdancing&foosballfun SeniorsArea •StrawberrySocial&refreshments CommunityGroups •allagesactivities SpecialGuests •from plus FabulousFoodTrucks& RotaryRefreshmentTent! FreeEventShuttle toandfromtheparkstartingatnoon fromtheGoTrain&OPGlotsonBrockRoadSouth. StayfortheNight!7pmtoafterdark MainStage entertainmentfeaturing... AlyssaReid&VirginiatoVegas endingwitha GiantPyromusicalFireworksShow! Joinusforthisfreefamilyevent! pickering.ca/greatevents pickeringgreatevents 905.420.4620 905.683.6582 PickeringFit pickering.ca/fit DaddyofaDeal! 1Month SpecialtyHealth Pass Includescardiorooms,weightroom, fitnessclassesinallstudiosand poolduringpublicswimtimes. Father’sDaySpecialisavailable June1toJune30,2015 Costis$25.00+hst (addwhirlpool&saunafor$10) GreatGiftforDad! Father’sDayisJune21. Youdon’thavetobeadadtogetthisdeal-youjusthavetobeover18! MustberedeemedbySeptember30,2015. Onespecialofferpercustomer. Passholdermustbe18+. Membershipisvalidfor1monthfromdayofredemption. $25 HappeningThisWeekendforAdults55+ Big Band Event Sunday,June14 2:00pm-4:00pmatPickeringRecreationComplex Featuring theGeorgeLakeBigBand,refreshments, andSenioroftheYearAwardpresentation. GetTicketsNow.$6.00 at: PickeringRecreationComplex 905.683.6582 EastShoreCommunityCentre 905.420.6588 @CityofPickering Littering andillegaldumpingaffectsusall. Througheducationand awareness,wecantake on theshared responsibility of keepingour City clean,beautiful,andlitter-free! Take the Facebookpledgeandshowyour commitmentfor a chanceto winaniPhone6. Upcoming Events 905.420.4620 Find all of our events online or call us! @Pickering Events pickering/greatevents June 13 Aboriginal Celebration Day 1 pm - 4 pm Esplanade Park June 20 & 27 Summer Solstice Suppers 6:30 - 8:30 pm Pickering MuseumVillage June 27 Filipino Flag Raising & Santacruzan 9 am - 6 pm Esplanade Park A One of A KindExperienceClose to Home! Live Action Saturdays with a new theme each week! Unbelievable Experiences for Families & Children: Programs, Camps, Tours & Parties Outstanding Theatrical & Dinner Theatre Events 905.683.8401ering.ca/musuem905.683.8401pickering@pickeringmuse 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 10 AP Platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, already being used to engage fans and athletes Moya Dillon mdillon@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- The Pan Am Games are already driving huge traffic on social media -- and events haven’t even started yet. The City of Oshawa, which is set to host boxing and weightlifting at the Oshawa Sports Centre (known locally as the GM Cen- tre), has already set social media records with posts relating to the event. “We’ve really seen the benefit because we’re getting feedback from all aspects of our community,” said Danielle Cudmore, corpo- rate communications co-ordinator for the City of Oshawa, citing a recent post about Oshawa torchbearer Norma Douglas that set a new Facebook records for likes. “Social media is great because it allows the community to become engaged in the con- tent and for us to really see what it is they’re interested in,” she explained, noting posts about torchbearers, volunteer opportunities and a recent banner campaign received the most attention from residents. Residents have rallied to get involved with the Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games. In Oshawa staff is using social media to encourage resi- dents to plant gardens in the Pan Am colours as part of the annual Growing with Pride event. “It’s more of a conversation versus us just pushing out the information, that’s what I love about social media,” Ms. Cudmore says of the difference in promoting these Games compared to past events. “It’s definitely been amped up in relation to past events. For us it’s part of an integrated plan, we will be doing radio and television ads as well, but I think it’s just the way the world is going that a lot of people are on social media and getting a lot of their information there.” Residents are encouraged to highlight their community by using the hashtag #oshawap- anam during the Games. Fellow host community Ajax, where base- ball and softball events will be held at the President’s Choice Ajax Pan Am Ballpark, has been putting their existing social media strengths to good use. “We’ve been on social media for several years, we were an early adopter so we have some very robust social media following,” said Rachael Wraith, senior communications officer for the Town of Ajax, noting the Town has been active on social media since about 2006. Staff is using social media as a key tool to engage with residents and visitors and drum up excitement ahead of the Games. One example is Pan Am Day, on June 13, where Town staff will be manning special pop-ups around Ajax, without revealing the locations in advance. Residents can follow the Town’s Twitter feed for clues to where staff will be, and if they find staff members, they can win a stuffed Pachi, the mascot for the Games. “We’re definitely using it as a way to pro- mote things happening in Ajax but also as a way to keep residents involved and informed,” Ms. Wraith explained, noting a live question and answer will address any concerns residents have, while a special web- site has been set up at www.panamajax.ca to get news and updates out to residents and visitors as quickly as possible. “We’re using all our accounts to keep peo- ple informed.” The Q and A, on June 17 at 7 p.m., will fea- ture Tracey Vaughan-Barrett, co-chairwom- an of the Pan Am Ajax Committee, Tim Field, manager of environmental services, and Derek Hannan, manager of bylaw services, who will be available to answer questions on subjects such as events, transportation, park- ing and more via the town’s Twitter and Face- book pages. Participants will be entered into a draw to win Pan Am prize packs, including tickets to events. The Town’s YouTube channel is also featur- ing videos on Ajax’s history, its sports legacy, different tourist destinations and more. “We want to communicate what Ajax is all about to visitors,” Ms. Wraith said. Both municipalities are also in close con- tact with the Toronto 2015 committee, which is giving fans a chance to be a part of the Games through their social media posts. “Fans will be able to get the latest Toronto 2015 news, photos and event updates across several social media platforms. Whether you’re on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube, you’ll be able to follow the Games,” said Cullen Scannell, senior manager, digital content for Toronto 2015. “Fans will be encouraged to share photos and posts on Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #TO2015 to be featured on the in- venue screens and the www.toronto2015.org website.” The group’s social media feeds have already seen a lot of action, including announcing Games milestones, torch relay and med- als unveiling, venue openings, a countdown clock, athlete videos, advertising for ticket sales and live-streaming the soccer draw. “Social will be the way fans connect and share their Games experience with the world,” Mr. Scannell explained. “Social will be the place for fans to share their passion and enthusiasm for their favourite country and sport.” Fans can also download the Toronto 2015 official Pan Am/Parapan Am Games app for important spectator information, venue maps and event schedule details. Live- streaming video, scores, results and medal counts will be available through the CBC app. The Toronto 2015 Facebook and Twitter accounts will also be responding to customer service questions. Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a signature sponsor of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice and OLG. AJAX -- Louise Johnson, an original ‘Bomb Girl’ who made munitions in Ajax during the Second World War, carried the torch through Ajax during the torch run for the Pan Am Games on June 6. Ron Pietroniro / Metroland HOW THIS IMPACTS YOU • Stay up-to-date on Pan Am events and related happenings around town, as well as any local impacts such as traffic and parking, by tuning in to your municipality’s social media feeds or downloading the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games App. • Social media will allow you to con- nect to the Games like never before, including being featured on in-venue screens and the www.toronto2015.org website when you share photos with the hashtag #TO2015. Get social with the Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games In Oshawa: @oshawacity www.facebook.com/oshawacity www.youtube.com/user/oshawacity In Ajax: @townofajax www.facebook.com/myajax www.youtube.com/user/thetownofajax www.instagram.com/town_of_ajax Toronto 2015: @to2015 www.facebook.com/toronto2015 www.youtube.com/user/toronto- 2015games www.instagram.com/toronto2015 Metroland Media Group’s Durham Region Division: www.instagram.com/newsdurham www.twitter.com/newsdurham www.facebook.com/newsdurham Ajax uses social media to promote Pan Am Games 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 11 P Durham public school board offers summer school math course Summer school registration open until June 30 DURHAM -- The Durham District School Board is adding a new summer school course this year. A four-week upgrading extended math course will be offered to DDSB students enrolled in Grade 9 or 10 for the 2014/2015 school year. The course is designed to help students upgrade their math skills; it is not an accel- erated course. Traditional two-week upgrading sum- mer school courses will also be offered in multiple subjects for students in Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12. This summer only, the DDSB will waive registration fees on all upgrading courses taken by current DDSB students. The $25 registration fee for accelerated summer school courses is still required. A text book deposit of $100 is also required by all summer school students, and is fully refundable upon the return of materials. Students are encouraged to contact their guidance counsellor before registering for summer school. Summer school will be offered at Pickering High School, Donald A. Wilson Secondary School and Eastdale Collegiate during July. Registration is open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until June 30, with extended hours until 7 p.m. on June 23, 25 and 29. To register for summer school visit www. dce.ca or Durham Continuing Education at 120 Centre St. S. in Oshawa, call 905- 436-3211 or 1-800-408-9619. Jo i n u s o n F a c e b o o k / ne w s d u r h a m Slathering on the rib sauce PICKERING -- Steve Sideris of Boss Hog’s brushed some prize-winning sauce on the ribs he was grilling at the annual Ajax-Pickering Rotary Ribfest last weekend. The three- day event drew huge crowds that were entertained by live music and enjoyed deli- cious, prize-winning ribs. Peter Redman photo Richard Price Financial Management Inc. 905-839-5620 • richardprice.ca • richard.price@rogers.com RichaRd PRice if you didn’t see me fiRst,you’re probablyPaying too muchfor your mortgage! With over 37 years experience in the financial services industry I can help you Pay Off Your HomeFASTER! *Not delivered to all homes See my Flyer* in today’s edition of the Pickering/ajax news advertiser brad williams, Pickering agency 570 KiNgStoN Road 289-459-0608 | bwilliams@allstate.ca quick quotes Great rates coverinG all of durham reGion Bring More Birds to Your Feeder with ontario’s Freshest, superior qualitY Bird seed Locally Owned Proudly Canadian www .UrbanNa tureSt ore .ca Pickering 905-231-0459609KingstonRd.(JustwestofWhitesRd.) Oshawa 905-674-6168370TauntonRd.East (WestofWilsonRd.) WE TREAT YOUR HOME LIKE OUR OWN Call Today For a Free esTimaTe 905-427-2116 www.ajaxroofing.com 20 1 4 READE RS’C HOICEA W ARD DIAMOND Voted #1 Roofing Company 4 years in a row •Fully Insured •WSIB Covered •Family Owned and Operated •First Aid Trained •Written Warranty On Workmanship YOUR CASINOTOUR SPECIALISTS! VISITOURNEWWEBSITE AT www.funbuscanada.com As Always, Please Call For More Details. O/B Fun Time Travel Co. Ltd. TICO 50008767 Must be 19 or older. Valid Government-issued photo ID and PAC card required to redeem offer. Offer does not apply to individuals who are self-excluded. Offer is not transferable, negotiable, or replaceable and is subject to change without notice. Know Your limit. Play within it. www.knowyourlimit.ca 8 MIDTOWN DR.,OSHAWA 905-576-1357 YOUR CASINOTOUR SPECIALISTS! VISITOURNEWWEBSITE AT www.funbuscanada.com Departures from Bowmanville, Oshawa & Pickering VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.funbuscanada.com FALLSVIEW CASINO CASINO NIAGARA YOuR ChOICE Casino Incentive FallsviewCasino BuffetVoucher CasinoNiagara $20Slot Play OR $17 PER PERSON HST is included EVERY FRIDAY & SuNDAY du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 12 P Durham Safety Village gets $15,000 from Pickering council Organization has been teaching safety to kids for 20 years Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- The Kids Safety Village of Durham Region has $15,000 more to help with some upgrades thanks to a grant from Pickering council. The board of directors is asking all municipalities in Durham to kick in some cash to help continue the work that takes place at the village, as well as making some new additions. Pickering council was the first to help out. The village opened 20 years ago and is now run by a volunteer board of directors with daily instruction and programs for children. “Basically it’s a program to teach Grades 1, 2 and 3 safety and it’s taught by a police officer,” explained Lennis Trotter, chair- man of the board of directors. The kid-sized version of a real town is set on 1.2 acres, located on the grounds of the Sir William Stephenson Public School in Whitby. It features small buildings, detailed roadways, traffic lights and road signs, an operational railway crossing, bat- tery cars, bicycles and a classroom. Children learn about road safety as pedestrians and cyclists. There are many other programs including a graffiti aware- ness program for Grade 5 students, a Hal- loween haunt and Christmas in the Village. More than 200,000 students from Dur- ham have toured this site throughout their school years. The village is looking to expand its main teaching building to include more infor- mation about fire safety. “The fire departments have also come into the village to support the village so we have to add a second classroom,” said Mr. Trotter. Durham fire departments would like to see an interactive classroom equipped with a full kitchen, living room and bath- room with features that simulate fire and emergency situations. Roads and sidewalks need to be upgrad- ed and resurfaced, and general mainte- nance needs to be done to the existing buildings and features within the grounds, such as the railway crossing. Various items are available for spon- sorship, including battery-powered vehi- cles for $1,500 each and park benches for $1,000 each. Visit www.durhamsafetyvillage.com for a full list. ULTIMATE GIFT CARD PACKAGE FOR DAD Three Golf Courses One Great Gift Package *tax is extra $150 PA CKAGE INCLUDES Salem Ridge Golf &Academy,Play & Practice Day Pass Glen Cedars Golf Club,Green Fee with Cart Deer Creek Golf &Banquet Facility,Green Fee with Cart *Purchase Online or in the Deer Creek Pro-Shop. All gift cards are valid Monday to Friday anytime during the 2015 Golf Season. Deer Creek Golf Clubs SALEM RIDGE GOLF & ACADEMY |DEER CREEK GOLF &BANQUET FACILITY |GLEN CEDARS GOLF CLUB DEER CREEK GOLF CLUBS •(905) 427-7737 •DEERCREEKGOLFCLUBS.COM The TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games are coming! Metroland Media Group is proud to be the official print and online media supplier. Watch for exclusive coverage in your community as we count down to the largest multi-sport event ever in Canada. 13 AP Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Ajax Town Hall was abuzz with excitement Saturday afternoon as a crowd cheered the arrival of the torch for the Pan Am Games. A police escort ushered the torch into the celebration at about 1:45 p.m. on Saturday, June 6. “It’s a great thing for our town, to have the torch come and for Ajax to be part of Pan Am,” said longtime resident Jan Perry. “This will bring people to our town who maybe haven’t been here before and show what we have to offer.” The event included free ice cream dished up by servers on roller skates, live jazz music and the chance for kids -- and kids at heart -- to build wooden airplanes, try out a hula hoop, get creative with sidewalk chalk or blow some bubbles. Free kid-sized baseballs and bats were handed out in honour of Ajax hosting Pan Am baseball and softball events at the President’s Choice Ajax Pan Am Ballpark during the Games in July. Carrie Wells and Matt O’Conner said they plan to take their sons Jacob, 7, and Hud- son, 4, to one of the baseball games. “The boys are big baseball fans. It will be exciting for them to see players from around the world playing right here in town,” Mr. O’Conner said. Dr. Andrew Fagan was one of the local torchbearers gathered at town hall on Saturday to suit up in the official shirt and shorts and get a quick lesson in how to carry the torch. “I grew up in Ajax, so it’s perfect to be doing this in my home community,” he said. “I’m really excited about it.” Dr. Fagan, who has competed in archery on the World Cup circuit, Canada Winter Games and Pan American championships, was scheduled to carry the torch at about 4 p.m. onboard a fire truck. The event at town hall was one of six torch stops that took place in Ajax throughout the day on June 6. The excitement kicked off with a celebration at Pickering High School followed by torch stops at Rotary Park Pavilion and Ajax Community Arena. After town hall, the torch headed to the Ajax operations centre then on to an evening celebration at the Audley Recreation Cen- tre where community torchbearer and former Major League Baseball player Nigel Wilson lit the community cauldron. -- Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a signature sponsor of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice and OLG. Jessica Tyler Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Pan Am torch blazes into Ajax 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 14 AP Norman Laing Amit Chakraborty Arpinder Kalsi and Iain Webster Meera Jagota Robin Nordlander The Metroland cheer squad Al Rivett, Judi Bobbitt and Mike Ruta. Metroland Media Group is a signature sponsor of the Pan Am Games Torch Relay. Sean Edwards Ela Efendic 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 15 AP Jeffrey Quipp Kevin Munn Md Nurul Kabir Marie Eve Levesque Rene Gauthier AJAX -- Ajax torch bearer Louise Johnson posed with the ladies from the Durham Region Roller Derby League as the town cel- ebrated the arrival of the torch run for the Pan Am Games on June 6. 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 16 AP Louise Johnson Brian Stammers AJAX -- Colin James carried the torch for the relay for the Pan Am Games onto the Rouge Valley Ajax Pickering Hospital grounds. Colin James Miriam Gobran Thomas Hamilton Kurt Rasmus Ajax torch bearers Angel Huang Michael Coleman Lola Agosto Giselle Gursoy Patrick Doyle Morgan Davies Shlomo Bibas Deidra Clarke Shawn Bush Ana-Marija Svitek Anush Arvandi Jessica Tyler Arpinder Kalsi Iain Webster Amit Chakraborty Meera Jagota Norman Laing Robin Nordlander Kevin Munn Ela Efendic Md Nurul Kabir Marie Eve Levesque Sean Edwards Jeffrey Quipp Miriam Gobran Kurt Rasmus Rene Gauthier Brian Stammers Colin James Daniel Milton Lisa Pizzolato Pak-Ning Bernard Che Natalee Hollmann Frederick Smith Kiran Ganness Briahna Morrell Patricia Ferguson Caroline Van Hasselt Thomas Hamilton Louise Johnson Lindy Pagaduan Michael Escutin Wendii Fulford Deborah Anderson Victoria McDonald Brian Persaud Paola Longoria Rahul Koria Channa Say-Ally 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 17 P ut (I OPTIQUE) 570 Kingston Road, Unit 1, Pickering ioptique@bellnet.ca • ioptiquecanada.com 905.839.8838 Store Hours Mon-Fri 11:00am -9:00pm Saturday 10:00am -6:00pm Sunday 12:00pm -6:00pm Electronic Billing for: Look hip and beautiful with the right glasses Look hip and beautiful with the right glasses • A wide selection of fashionable, designer eyeglasses and sunglasses for the whole family. • Experienced Associates ready to help you select the perfect pair. A Compounding phArmACy 75 BAYLY STWEST AJAX L1S 7K7 NO FRILLS PLAZA TEL: 905-428-1711 •FA X: 905-428-0863 We WantTo Beyour drug Store! Senior’s Day Last monday of each monthsave 20% Full Postal Outlet “From anywhere...to anyone” • Diabetic Educator on Staff • FREE Prescription Delivery. • We waive the $2 co-pay for seniors and welfare patients. • We specialize in Home Health Care. Assistive Devices Branch (ADP) Registered Vendor. • Crutches,walkers,rollators,wheelchairs,cervical and back supports,bathroom safety,blood pressure monitors,diabetic supplies,support garments and braces. HOURs: mondAyTo FridAy 9:00 Am - 9:00 pm SATurdAy 9:00 Am - 6:00 pm SundAy 10:00 Am - 5:00 pm Our Caring Staff Takes the Time to Satisfy Your Health Care Needs! Things To Do Saturday, June 13 Pickering West Shore Spring Festival 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Bruce Hanscombe Memorial Park, Breezy drive, Pickering. Pickering West Shore Community associa- tion holds its 2nd annual Spring Festival. Free. Saturday, June 20 AStronomy Stargazing at millennium Square, Pickering 5 p.m. 10 p.m. Millennium Square, Liverpool road, Pickering. everyone is invited to join us for a fun eve- ning of stargazing at Millennium Square in Pickering. you will enjoy spectacular views of the moon, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn and deep space star clusters through our big telescopes. We will have an information booth filled with astronomy literature and handouts. do you have a telescope but are not sure how to use it? Bring it along and we would be happy to help you. Please note: this event is weather-dependent. Before heading down on June 20, please check the listing for this date under upcom- ing events on our website www.drastrono- my.com to see if poor weather has forced us to postpone the stargazing to Sunday, June 21. Free. Museums Saturday, June 20 once Upon A Story 10 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Conces- sion road 6, Pickering. Join PMV for a day for stories and fun. take your teddy bear and a picnic and join in the teddy bears’ picnic. there’s even a teddy bear first aid station. Backwoods Players present Lady audrey’s Secret, free with admission.. $8 adults, $5 kids, $25 family pass. Meetings Monday, June 15 Pickering council meeting 7 p.m. Pickering City Hall, one the esplanade. Pickering council meets in the council cham- bers. Free. WedneSday, June 17 Women empowering Women 6 p.m. 10 p.m. Sabina’s previously known as the Courtyard, 1755 Pickering Parkway, unit 20, Pickering. Mission is to assist women to build business brands. this is an open forum for women. Guest speaker. Meets the the third Wednes- day of month in Pickering. Visit www. wewednesdays.com for more details. $25. Luncheons and dinners Saturday, June 20 AnnUAl pork barbecue 7 p.m. Mt. Zion united Church, Salem road & 8th Concession, Pickering. In addition to the barbecued pork, guitar- ist/vocalist Meredith Cutting entertains. advance tickets only. 905-649-5200, 905- 649-3332.. $15 adults, $5 for children 12 and under tHurSday, June 25 commUnity lunch 12 p.m. Peace Lutheran Church, 928 Liverpool rd., Pickering. all are welcome to enjoy a home-cooked meal and fellowship. If you need a ride, call 905-839-3521. Free. Fundraisers Sunday, June 21 orSolA’S cucina fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity Durham 11 a.m. 4 p.m. orsola’s Cucina, 750 oklahoma dr., Pickering. day of fun and entertainment with all money raised going to Habitat for Humanity durham for Josh’s Penny Campaign. events include face painting, jumping castle, bubble zone, vintage hot rods, classic cars, motorcycles. Build and decorate a birdhouse. Free. Tasty ribs! PICKERING -- Katrina Aurellado ate some barbecued ribs at the annual Pickering RibFest last weekend. The three-day event drew huge crowds who were entertained by live music and enjoyed prize-winning ribs. Peter Redman photo Q: How do I submit my event to the newspaper? A: When you input your Event infor- mation at durhamregion.com it can be seen by as many as 500,000 unique visitors every month so it’s a great way for you to spread the word about your event. A selection of those events are reverse published to appear in our print editions every week. (Whitby This Week, Oshawa This Week, Clarington This Week, Ajax & Pickering News Advertiser, Uxbridge Times- Journal, Port Perry Star, Brooklin Citizen, Clarington East Citizen, Durham Parent) Here’s how you get set up: 1. Visit http://www.durhamregion.com/ durhamregion-events 2. Select ‘Publish Your Event’ 3. If you DO NOT have an account you will be prompted to set up a FREE account 4. Once you have that account just hit ‘Publish Your Event’ again to publish your first event. 5. It’s Easy! 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 18 AP Durham educator honoured for ‘stomping out stigma’ on youth mental health issues History teacher receives DCDSB Award of Merit Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com WHITBY -- From posting information in bathroom stalls to scrawling messages in chalk on the sidewalk, Pam Garant is always looking for ways to get the men- tal health message out. On May 25, the local teacher was hon- oured with the Durham Catholic District School Board Award of Merit, for her efforts to improve awareness of youth mental health issues and reduce stigma. Ms. Garant, a history and social scienc- es teacher at All Saints CSS in Whitby, says her interest in the issue started about six years ago when she and some students attended a summit at Ontario Shores for Mental Health Sciences. “The students were so inspired by what they had experienced, they felt a call to action,” she says. “So, they asked me to help them start something.” The school’s Stomping out Stigma -- or SOS -- club started small with just four students, but eventually grew to as many as 80. Over the years, the club has run post- er campaigns, installed ads in bathroom stalls with information about men- tal health supports, written chalk mes- sages on the ground outside the school and built a massive tree made of mental health awareness green ribbons. Ms. Garant says the response from staff and students has been “amazing. “It has really changed the climate of the school,” she says. “When we started the group I wasn’t sure how it would go over. I think we jumped on this at the right time, just as people were realizing how important this conversation is.” Her work has helped All Saints CSS become a poster child for mental health initiatives -- Ms. Garant even traveled to Yellowknife a few years ago to help schools there start similar programs. This year, the SOS club launched a social media campaign called “Men- tal Health Warriors” with the hash tag #allsaintsSOS and focused its efforts on teaching students about resiliency, cop- ing strategies and the need to seek sup- port early. Ms. Garant was “shocked and hon- oured” to learn she was this year’s Award of Merit recipient, and called it an affir- mation of the club’s hard work. She says fellow teachers Colleen Plouffe and Margaret McDonald should also be recognized for their work with the club -- and, of course, the students. “The kids have been the heart of the group,” she says, On May 25 the school board also rec- ognized 77 DCDSB staff for 25 years of service. WHITBY -- Pam Garant recently won the Durham Catholic District School Board Award of Merit for her work with the Stomping out Stigma club at All Saints Catholic Secondary School. The group works to raise awareness of youth mental health issues and eliminate stigma. Jason Liebregts / Metroland No decision yet on whether Durham elementary students will get report cards Durham District School Board ‘working on a plan’ Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Some elementary school stu- dents in Ontario will be getting pass/fail let- ters instead of report cards this year, but it isn’t known yet if the Durham District School Board falls into that category. Members of the Elementary Teachers’ Fed- eration of Ontario are in the midst of a work- to-rule campaign that started May 11 and includes withdrawal of administrative duties such preparing report card grades and com- ments. “At this time we are working on a plan to find a way to send elementary report cards home. There are many options currently being considered and no final decision has been made,” the DDSB said in a statement on Tuesday. The Ministry of Education saved a report- ed $40.4 million in salaries during the recent strike by public high school teachers at three school boards, and some boards are ques- tioning why that money can’t be put toward hiring report-card help. DDSB chairman Michael Barrett said it could cost up to $400,000 to bring in help to complete elementary report cards for local students. “We are still determining our actions,” he noted. “Some boards have deter- mined they are only going to get a letter say- ing promoted; this is not our desire. However, there is a price tag to preparing report cards.” In a recent confidential bulletin, the ETFO instructed teachers not to fill in any spread- sheets created by their boards or principals, and “members who entered data into the electronic report card template ... before the start of (work-to-rule) should save and print a copy to keep for themselves. “Then, they should delete the data from the electronic report card template.” Ontario elementary students receive a progress report in the fall, which does not contain marks, then a mid-year report and a final, which both contain marks. The job action means students may only have one full report card this school year. -- With files from Torstar news service Cuts needed for Durham Catholic school board to balance budget Board expanding French, music programs, opening new schools Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- The Durham Catholic District School Board has drafted a balanced budget for 2015/2016, but it was no easy task. The board was facing a shortfall of about $2.5 million, due to inflation costs, a drop in provincial funding and declining enrolment. Superintendent Ryan Putnam says the goal was to balance the budget without any direct impact on students. Staff made some tough choices and opted to eliminate about 15 corporate and adminis- trative positions, for a savings of $2 million. Some of those will be mitigated by retire- ments or “redeployment” within the board. “We tried to minimize any displacement,” Mr. Putnam notes. “We had to look at staffing, because it’s almost 90 per cent of the budget.” The DCDSB is also saving money by opt- ing not to budget for contingency this year, whereas last year a $200,000 contingency fund was added. Members of the board’s finance committee discussed the final draft at a meeting June 3. Trustee Theresa Corless, who chairs the committee, says it was a difficult process, but she is happy with the result. “It’s the best we could do with the con- straints we were facing,” she says. Budget highlights include: conversion of two high school libraries into “learning com- mons” sites; additional staff to allow high school libraries to remain open all day; open- ing of two new DCDSB elementary schools, expansion of French programs, opening of the DCDSB’s first Grade 7 to 12 school, fund- ing for new religion textbooks and expansion of elementary instrumental music programs. Officials also stressed there will be no reduc- tions in special education programs or stu- dent services -- a key concern for parents after the Durham District School Board recently announced special education cuts for next year. The Catholic board is looking at a drop of about 286 elementary students and 310 high school students for the 2015/2016 year, which will result in a reduction of 32 teachers. Enrolment is on track to stabilize in the next few years. The board counted 21,877 students in 2014, and is forecasting 21,786 for 2018. Trustees will vote on the budget at the last board meeting of the school year on June 15. 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 19 APReal EstateM E t R o l a n D D u R h a M *Independently Owned & Operated To find out what homes in your neighbourhood are selling for visit:www.NeighbourhoodHomeSalesList.com *4 BEDROOM RAVINE LOT!! *PICKERING VILLAGE 4 BEDRM BUNGALOW *CONVENIENTLY LOCATEDPICKERING TOWNHOUSE!! Brian Kondo Sales Representative 905-683-7800 •905-683-5000www.BrianKondo.com First Realty Ltd., Brokerage independently owned and operated ® $297,500 $438,800 $589,000 View additional photos & virtual tour at www.BrianKondo.com PRICE:$419,990 DETAILS:MagnificentInMulberryMeadows!Bright,Open ConceptFreehold3-StoreyPlusBasementTownhome FeaturingManyUpgradesOversizedKitchen,BackSplashIn kitchen,CentreIsland,HardwoodFloor,CentralAir, SpaciousLivingroom,etc AGENT:AshokChauhan, Salesperson HomelifeSuperstarsRealEstateLtd Office:416-740-4000•Cell:647-406-8484 405RosslandRdEast,Ajax Open HouseSun.June14,1-4pm WHERE:Ajax PRICE:$489,900 DETAILS:DetachedAllBrick,DoubleCarGarage,3+1Bedroom, 4BathHome,Bsmtw/RecRoom+Bedroom&3PieceEnsuite, KitchenStainlessSteelAppl.HardwoodFloors,Fireplace, SeparateDiningRoom+VaultedCeilingLivingRoom. SeeVirtualTourOn-Lineat www.MattCooper.ca. KendellAttrux SalesRepresentative YourChoiceRealtyCorp. Direct:905-576-1108 OPENHOUSESATJUNE13,2-4P.M.18COUGHLENSTREET WHERE:SouthAjaxByTheLake DETAILS:BeautifullyRenovated! Stunninggardensandmultileveldecks! Walkingdistancetolakefrontandbeach! Finishedwalkoutbasement! TinaBowen,SalesRepresentative SuttonGroupHeritageRealtyInc.,Brokerage 905-619-9500 Gototinabowen.comtoseepictures OPENHOUSESAT.JUN.13&SUN.JUN.14,2-4PM108GrEGOry rOAd, AJAX PRICE:$729,000 DETAILS:Thisexceptionallywellmaintained4levelside splithomeonaquietdeadendstreet.Mostlyhardwoods, tastefullydecorated.Hugeeatinkitchenwithw/otodeck& privatefullyfencedbackyard.GFPinfamilyrmmasterbdrm offersw/Icloset&4pcensuite.Separateentrancetolower level.Readyforyoutomakeityourhome. MIKEARNOLD SalesRepresentative PrudentialAchieversRealty,Brokerage 905-428-7677 OPENHOUSESUNJUNE14TH,2-4 PM 1991SOUTHVIEW DR.,PICKERING 31 HOLLOWAY DRIVE PRICE:Asking$499,900 DETAILS:We llMaintained&Loved by Original Owner.Sought After South Ajax!“The Gloucester”in Tr ibute Lakeside Community! AllBRICK!Approx 1700 Sq Ft!Open Concept!Hardwood Flrs Throughout!ModernKitchenw/Ctr Island&W/O to South Facing Ya rd w/28Ftx12 Ft Deck!Spacious3 Bdrms!Master Bdrmw/W/I Closet,4 Pce Ensuite!Prof.Fin.Basementw/Wet Bar!Thousands spenton Landscaping! AGENT:Georgia Kotiadis-Carnevale Broker 416-990-9890•416-443-0300 www.GeorgiaKotiadis.com OPENHOUSESATURDAY 2-4PM Jo e PITINO Sales Representative Call Now For A FREEMarket Evaluation joepitino@trebnet.comwww.pitino.ca Not intended to solicit properties already listed. 905-831-2222 Royal HeRitageRealty ltd.BRokeRage (905) 683-5000 Independently Owned and Operated First Realty Ltd.,Brokerage Move you Move you let their let their experienceexperience KevinCahill*Sharonridge* JiMKellY*P.eng ask about our Trade up Program a division of Metroland Media Group Ltd. • 77,000 listings to browse from • 45,000 agents to connect with • Offers the best demographic and local info • Notifications when new homes are available that meet your criteria • Follow a listing and get updates (price changes, open house, sold) • Flexible search parameters • Advanced mapping technologies Why use HomeFinder.ca? Find your PERFECTmatcH! 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 20 AP Separate entrance. 4 bdrm split. Semi detached. Open concept. Newer windows & A/C. Great location. Will not last.$269,900 WALK TO OSHAWA CENTRE Tons of natural light. Open concept. Located in quiet area. Durham is booming. Do not wait on this one.$384,900 DETACHED BUNGALOFT NorthEndfantasticlocation.Allbrickbungalow. Open concept. Basement has kitchen, bdrms & walk-out. Call now.$549,900 EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW Huge 78x123 ft. lot. Newer double car garage. Walk-out from kitchen to deck. Walk to hospital & shopping.$364,900 PORT PERRY CENTURY HOME 3 bdrm end unit townhome. High demand area. Separate driveway. 3 walkouts. 2 decks. Move in ready. Won’t last.$339,900 WHITBY END UNIT Location Location Location. Deep lot. Separate entrance & 4+1 bdrm. Detached garage. Don’t delay.$389,900 70' X 127' NORTH WHITBY 3 bdrm on quiet court. Large pie shaped lot. Backing on to greenspace. Renovated kitchen & bathrooms. Call now.$289,000 OSHAWA COURT REALTY INC., BROKERAGE 905-668-1511905-723-6111 22 P A L I S A D E S C R T . W H I T B Y 75 3 C R O W E L L S C R T . OS H A W A OPE N H O U S E SAT. 1 3 & S U N . 1 4 2-4P M OPE N H O U S E SAT. 1 3 & S U N . 1 4 2-4P M SaleS RepReSentative louiSea.Sabino Top 5%Nationally2006* Top 3%Nationally2007-2014* Royal Lepage Signature Realty Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated Office:416-443-0300 Direct 416-574-3333 Email:louisesabino@royallepage.ca Web:www.LouiseSabino.com “YOUR HOME. OUR PASSION” I'm looking for 3 host families for students arriving this July 25-August 14th from Spain. Boys and girls ranging in ages from 14 to 22 years old. They will be involved in daily activities using local transit all to better their English and visit Canada for the first time. Remuneration will be $200/week. For more information please give me a call. Criminal background check must be conducted. ATTENTION PICKERINGANDAJAX RESIDENTS! LOUISE A. SABINO team EVERYONE ISTALKING ABOUT IT. If you have a question.We can help! Real Estate.It’s no surprise that most people enjoy talking about it. We all want to know what the house down the street sold for, or how many offers were competing on one property. Why is there such a shortage of inventory? As a buyer, how can you stand out from your competitor? 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 21 AP SEARCH 1,000’S OF HOMES AT www.MARyROyTEAM.COM Meticulously Maintained Raised Bungalow Backing To Conservation Area W/No Neighbours Behind! Offers Bright Open Concept Main Floor Layout Featuring Living Room W/Triple Sided Fireplace, Dining Room W/Built Ins, Eat In Kitchen,Three Bedrooms, Spacious Sunroom & Finished Basement. Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! OSHAWA $339,898 PERFECT PLACE TO START! Seeing Is Truly Believing In This Breathtaking Custom Built Masterpiece By Renowed Home Builder Fourteen Estates. Combines Classical Elegance With A Contemporary Flair. Boasts Grand Principal Rooms, Designer Kitchen, Master Ensuite W/Sunroom Overlooking Lake Ontario, Beautifully Finished Lower Level,Your Own Elevator, Backyard Entertainer’s Paradise In Private Resort Like Setting W/Professional Landscaping & Inground Pool & More!Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! LIFE ON LAKE ONTARIO! PICKERING $2,750,000 Breathtaking Executive Home Offers Over 3,200 Sq. Ft. Of Unbelievable Living Space W/Modern High End Design Elements & True Architectural Flare! Exquisite Entrance W/Spacious Foyer, Main Floor Office, Cathedral Ceilings, Entertainer’s Dream Kitchen W/Granite Counters & Walk-Out, Coffered Ceilings, Spacious Master Retreat W/W/I Closet & 5Pc Ensuite, Partly Finished W/O Basement & More! All Situated On Pristine & Private Backyard W/Spacious Deck.Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! EXQUISITELy UPGRADED! PICKERING $950,000 Incredible Custom Built Home Offers Family Sized Eat In Kitchen W/Granite Counters, Hardwood Floors & Breakfast Bar. Family Room W/Coffered Ceilings, Gas Fireplace & Pot Lights. Gorgeous Main Floor Office W/Custom Cabinetry, Large Master Retreat & More All Situated On Beautiful Lot With Stunning Landscaping, Gazebo W/Sitting Area, Cedar Hedges For Privacy,Wrap Around Veranda & More. Must Be Seen!Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! WHITBY $899,988 OPEN HOUSE SUN JUNE 14, 2-4PM 2 wILSON HOUSE DRIVE Walk To The Lake From This 4+1 ‘Grand Home’ Featuring A Bright Open Concept Layout, Family Sized Eat In Kitchen With Granite Counters, Centre Island & Walk Out To Deck. Spacious Master Retreat W/5 Pc Ensuite, W/I Closet & Balcony. Hardwood Floors, Cathedral Ceilings, Gas Fireplace, California Shutters, Finished Basement & So Much More! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! AJAX $775,000 SOUTH AJAX STUNNER! Immaculate North Oshawa Townhome Offers Condo Ownership At Its Finest W/Pristine Grounds & Low, Low Condo Fees! Bright Main Floor Layout W/Eat In Kitchen Featuring Ceramic Floors & Backsplash, California Shutters & W/O To Sun Deck. Spacious Master W/W/I Closet & 4 Pc Ensuite, Beautifully Finished W/O Basement & More! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! OSHAWA $329,898 COME HOME TO CURB APPEAL! Your Own Private Paradise, Close To The City! Luxurious Estate Offering Expansive Entry Way, Eat-In Kitchen, Bright & Airy Living Room W/W/O To Sunroom W/Built In Entertainment System. 5 Bedrooms, Finished W/O Basement & 3 Car Garage. Multiple Level Walk Out Decks Overlooking Pristine & Private ~9.8 Wooded Acres W/2 Ponds & The List Goes On & On! Minutes To 407! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! PICKERING $1,599,000 ESTATE STyLE LIVING! Rarely Offered Immaculate Home In High Demand Pickering Neighborhood Steps To Glengrove Park! Spacious Floor Plan Featuring Combined Living/Dining Room W/Hardwood Floors, Eat-In Kitchen, Large Master Suite With Walk-In Closet & 4 Piece Ensuite. Finished Basement & More! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! PICKERING $584,898 wELCOME HOME! Mary Roy tea mBROKERParlo Italiano and FaloPortugues 905.426.7515 FIRST REALTY LTD.,Brokerage Serving the Real Estate needs of Durham Residents since 1987! Mary Roy & Team consists of:Mary Roy**, Ashley M. Jenkins*, Ornella Rauti-Bacon*, Kristin Kiraly*, Colton Kirkup*, Shannon Hirtle* and Lindsey Roy (**Broker *Sales Representative) This Stunning Executive “Eagle Ridge” Model In High Demand Prestigious Pickering Village Offers Over 3,500 Sq. Ft. Of Luxury Living. Bright & Spacious Open Concept Design W/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Gas Fireplace, Main Floor Office, Family Sized Eat In Kitchen, Enormous Master Retreat, Finished Basement W/2nd Kitchen & So Much More! All Close To Schools,Transit, Shopping & More!Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! JOHN BODDy BEAUTy! AJAX $839,898 This Ranch Style Bungalow Situated On Approx 1 Acre In Prime Whitby Location W/R2 Zoning Offers Endless Opportunities For Investors & Enough Room For The Whole Family. Featuring Legal 1 Bedroom Apartment, Plus Additional In Law Suite. Private Backyard Retreat, Detached Double Workshop W/Full Sized Garage Door & So Much More! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! WHITBY $750,000 CALLING ALL INVESTORS! Now's Your Chance! This Beautifully Built 'Karvon' Home Has It All W/Hardwood Floors, Gas Fireplace, Spacious Eat-In Kitchen W/W/O To Deck, Finishes Walk Out Basement W/Rec Room, Office & 3 Pc Bath. Backyard Oasis W/Inground Pool, Professional Landscaping & More! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! PORT PERRY $524,898 OPEN HOUSE SUN JUNE 14, 2-4PM 80 EARL CUDDIE BOULEVARD Gorgeous Tormina Built Home Steps To Robert Munch Public School! Situated In A Desirable Community Of North Whitby This Home Shows True Pride Of Ownership. Eat-In Kitchen W/W/O To Fully Fenced Yard, Hardwood Floors, Master Bedroom W/W/I Closet & 4 Pc Ensuite, Finished Basement & More! Call Mary Roy Today @ 905-426-7515! WHITBY $469,898 OPEN HOUSE SUN JUNE 14, 2-4PM 37 TRACEy COURT 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 22 AP ***cleaver www.MincomRealty.ca 905-428-4557FREE Home Market Evaluation *Limited Time Offer *Terms & Conditions Apply YOU $AVE THOU$AND$... NEW CHOICE REALTY LTD BROkERAgE Independently Owned and OperatedIndependently Owned and Operated As low as Commission1% * $699,900 $399,000 • 2+2 BDRM, 3 BATH BUNG., VIEWS OF RICE LAKE • 11+ ACRES w/OUT BUILDINGS, 2 CAR GARAGE • NEW APPL’S 2015, PRISTINE CONDITION, OAK FLRS ROSENEATH • STARTER HOME OR SUPERB BUILDING LOT • NEEDS SOME UPDATING & PAINTING • WELL MAINTAINED, SOLID CONDITION WHITBY • 1850’s VINTAGE COUNTRY FARM HOUSE • COMPLETELY RENO’D & MODERNIZED • 10 ACRE LOT OFF PRIVATE LANE COBOURG • PRIVATE 44' X 238' DEEP LOT BACKING TO GREENSPACE • 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, FIN. BASEMENT • 4 CAR PARKING IN DRIVEWAY OSHAWA SOLD O V E R ASKING PeTer STrAChAn TrinA MiLneS AskiNg $349,900$548,000 The new wine season has many challenges Imagine a gorgeous, warm summer dawn. You are standing at the edge of a vineyard looking out into its expanse. The lush green of seemingly endless rows of maturing vines is in direct con- trast to the backdrop of the deep blue of the cloudless sky. All is hush and the sound is silence. A fresh breeze brushes your face as life begins to stir around you. The melod- ic sound of song birds preparing for the day is interrupted by the crackling ‘caw’ of a crow while somewhere a dog decides to bark as the muffled sound of a tractor invades the natural quiet. The smell of wood burning, coffee and bacon cook- ing invite your senses to delve into the organoleptic. It is going to be such a fine day. Morning becomes afternoon. Humidity increases. In the distance, an ominous, darkening of the sky forms. The wind picks up and splatters of rain can be felt. The sky opens up, spreading rain as gusts of wind torment the vines from almost every direction. ‘Cracking’ sounds on the ground signals the formation of hail stones hitting the roof, ground and everything -- including the vines. The cracking gets louder and denser. It only takes a few minutes and the vineyard is decimated. Vine leaves that are left have holes through them and much of the crop is ruined. The scene is one of massive devastation. It happens so quickly and the destruction is so com- plete. This could be any vineyard in any one of a number of places: Whether it is located at the heights of Brazil’s Santa Catarina province, Canada’s Niagara- on-the-Lake, California’s Santa Ynez Val- ley or the distant vineyards of China, the effect is dramatic and equally destruc- tive. The sudden onslaught of inclement weather is but a small portion of what viticulturists have to contend with. Dis- ease, ravages by animals, drought and floods, frost, global warming -- all threat- en the existence of that vineyard which many times looks like the most tranquil place this side of heaven. Adding to that the cost of upkeep, harvest and wine pro- cess will explain the high cost of wine -- especially premium wine. My good friend, viticulturist Everson Italia of Suzin winery in Santa Catarina, Brazil, knows. He tells me that his har- vest of 2015 is completed and it is a good one. However he does remember the rav- ages of destructive storms in previous years. There were fears that November rain would affect his crop, however the harvest was intact and his grapes were fine. Other places south of the equator have had promising harvests. After sev- eral years of drought and fires, Austra- lia’s vineyards are predicted to have a fine group of vintages. South Africa is in much the same boat with a very fine vin- tage prediction. As we in Ontario look forward to a new season, we can only hope that fine weather will prevail and undo some of last winter’s hardships. Only time will tell. -- Chuck Byers is a wine writer and consul- tant with over 35 years of experience in the wine industry, and is a member of the Wine Writers’ Circle of Canada. Chuck Byers Wine +VOF_ 0/$&50#3*()50/ 4*.1-:'0--085)&4*(/4 XXXCSJHIUPOQBSBEFPGIPNFTDB /&8)0.&4507*&8 (SFBU1SJ[FT8JOB##2 $0.&06550 46110355)&$"64&#VJMEFSEPOBUJPOTUP/PSUIVNCFSMBOE )BCJUBU'PS)VNBOJUZCBTFEPOBUUFOEBODF 5) -IKE,ORIS 5) Parade of)0.&4 #3*()50/44)08$"4&0')0.&4 R0 0 1 3 3 2 4 1 7 8 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 23 PSports Brad Kelly Sports Editor / bkelly@durhamregion.com / 905-215-0465 Kendall wins first pro muay thai fight Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Matthew Kendall has come a long way in muay thai, so it was only fitting that he had to go a long way for his first pro- fessional fight. He made the trip a worthwhile one, earn- ing a unanimous-decision victory over David Vaughan of the United States as part of a card held in the Barbados. The fight was six years in the making after a lengthy ama- teur career. “It was my dream from the moment I walked into the gym to be a professional fighter,” said the Pickering resident. “Some people are made for things.” The 31 year old got a late start in the sport. After playing a little football and rugby in high school at Pine Ridge, he admits he was more into a social life than a sporting one. Just before having a surgery at the age of 25, he did a little boxing to help lose some weight. While recovering, he watched a lot of muay thai fights online, intrigued by the sport. “It’s like a beautiful pain,” he said with a laugh. “To see that much destruction and art, it’s weird but amazing.” He vowed to himself that once he recov- ered from surgery, he would join a gym. Destiny arrived in the form of a flyer a buddy handed him one day at a local pub, announcing the opening of a new gym, Pound 4 Pound in Pickering. “I didn’t even give my order at the res- taurant and I hopped in my car and drove right down to Pound 4 Pound,” he recalled. “I was one of their first members. I’ve been training every single day since.” As an amateur, Kendall compiled a 21-10 record, earning a number of titles at the pro- vincial, national and North American lev- els. Much of his success came from training, but he has a theory about family dynam- ics also contributing, being the youngest of three boys. “My theory is that guys with older broth- ers make the best fighters because they just don’t quit,” he reasoned with a laugh. “They can deal with the punishment and not cry.” When it came time to move into the pro- fessional ranks, Kendall couldn’t continue the same pattern he established as an ama- teur of fighting close to home. Profession- al muay thai and kickboxing are illegal in Ontario, forcing fighters like Kendall to look elsewhere. “Now, as a professional, I will never fight in Ontario,” he said with disappointment. “It’s a shame. I spent my amateur career fighting locally and I’ve created quite a fol- lowing because of that. Now I have to fight everywhere else but Ontario.” Fighting at 147 and 155 pounds as an amateur, Kendall accepted the fight in Bar- bados against Vaughan in the light heavy- weight division of 165 pounds. Kendall said he was the better fighter over the five, three-minute rounds, handing Vaughan his first professional loss after five wins in a row. Despite making his pro debut, Ken- dall wasn’t intimidated by the more experi- enced fighter. “Most people pick their fights to baby their record, but I’ve never been like that,” he said. “I’m not afraid of anybody. The tal- ent we have (at Pound 4 Pound) is superior and I was confident enough to take him on.” Kendall is hoping to get on a card in New York on June 26 for his next pro fight, and has an ambitious target of fighting four times before the end of the year. Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- With 15 games down and just five to go, the Ajax Ironheads are still searching for an identity. Are they the club that vaulted to the top of the standings at the start of the Jr. B season, winning five in a row to start and sitting at 6-1-0 just seven games in? Or are they the team that has gone just 1-7-0 over the last eight games, and currently on a three-game losing streak? While the final five games of the season might bring some sort of resolution, GM/ head coach Ron Reed has been able to identify part of the problem. “Terrible first periods,” he said emphati- cally. “It happened to us again on the week- end. We bury ourselves in the first and can’t come back. We have minutes of brilliance and then it’s like nobody is on the floor. “Our offence has been struggling put- ting the ball in the net. Those are two big factors. Not consistent and the offence not getting the ball to the back of the net.” They are a couple of issues the Ironheads will have to correct when they host the 14-0-0 Clarington Green Gaels on Wednes- day, June 10 at the Ajax Community Centre, with faceoff at 8 p.m. On the weekend, the Ironheads travelled east for an overnight excursion, but came up empty in losses of 7-4 to Nepean on Sat- urday, June 6 and Gloucester 13-9 the fol- lowing afternoon. On the positive side, while the losses are mounting, the relatively young lineup is getting more experience, something Reed is hoping will pay dividends late in the sea- son. “We have a lot of rookies and we knew that going in. We like our rookies, but there is a learning curve,” he said. “With young play- ers, sometimes it’s a matter of confidence. You have to work at getting it back. They are here because they are good lacrosse play- ers. We haven’t lost faith in them. Maturity brings smarter decisions.” After missing the playoffs last season, the Ironheads are tied for fifth overall in the East Conference standings. The goal this season was to get back to the playoffs, and earn a higher seed if possible. While they have met that standard thus far, the Iron- heads need to reverse the losing trend to maintain their spot in the standings. “We’re still happy. We don’t have quitters. We have guys that are just struggling a little bit,” said Reed of his club. “Maybe we got a false sense of securi- ty starting 5-0. Maybe they thought they didn’t have to work as hard to make it hap- pen. I think now that they’ve dug them- selves into a hole that they have to come out with more of a 60-minute effort. You can’t be down in the first period and expect to crawl back all the time because it just doesn’t work.” The Ironheads will also be on their home floor on Friday, June 12 when they enter- tain Mississauga at 8 p.m. Great start to the season erased by slumping Ironheads PICKERING -- Matthew Kendall of Pickering won his first professional muay thai fight in Barbados. Jason Liebregts / Metroland Pickering’s Shaina Pellington gets invite to national basketball camp Canada to compete at U16 FIBA Americas in Mexico PICKERING -- Canada basketball’s women’s high-performance program has included Pickering’s Shaina Pellington among its 17 athletes invited to the June 9-10 tryout. The group will compete for a chance to represent Canada on the U16 wom- en’s national team, participating in the 2015 U16 FIBA Americas, in Puebla, Mexico from June 24-28. “We’re excited to bring this young group together. For many of them it will be their first opportunity to represent Canada on the international stage,” said head coach Carly Clarke. Pellington, a five-foot-six guard, is a student at Dunbarton High School. Following the tryout, the team will participate in a 10-day training camp from June 11-20 at the University of Toronto. In 2014, the U17 women’s national team finished sixth at the U17 FIBA world championships. 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 24 AP Call: 1-888-806-1856 Visit: triOSdurham.com Campus: 200 John St. W. (Midtown Mall) PARALEGAL $3,000 Bursary Available to New Students! Come and visit the campus to see if you qualify. 0615 ENROLL NOW! Program Starts July 13 and August 31 DELIVERY ROUTES AVAILABLE: AJAX/PICKERING AC347 Wright Cr/Reed Dr, Ajax, 51 homes AB195 Chatfield Dr, Ajax 43 homes Abela Ln/Bertolo Ln, Ajax, 31 homes AC347 Wright Cr/Reed Dr, Ajax, 51 homes AD426 Monarch/Bayly, Ajax, 45 homes AD427 Stonewood/Talbotshire/Thornharrold, Ajax 38 homes AN951 Old Harwood, Chapman, Sheldon, Ajax, 42 homes AN954 Chapman Dr, Ajax, 54 homes AN975 Hearne Cres, Ajax 42 homes AN977 Keys Dr, Ajax, 35 homes AN980 Sullivan Dr, Ajax 41 homes AN991 Abela Ln/Bertolo Ln, Ajax, 31 homes AS206 Harty Cr/Boyes Crt, Ajax, 47 homes AS214 Telford St/Bellinger Dr, Ajax 38 homes AS230 Searell Av, Driscoll Dr, Ravenscroft, Ajax 52 homes AU226 Root Cres, Ajax, 42 homes AS230 Searell Av, Driscoll Dr, Ravenscroft, Ajax 52 homes AS234 Atherton/Stammers, Ajax 26 homes AS235 Atherton Ave, Ajax, 21 homes AU226 Root Cres, Ajax, 42 homes AW403 Middlecote/Hinchliff Gate, Ajax 33 homes AV350 Gillett Dr, Luce Dr, Todhunter Cres 35 papers AV364 Rumbellow Cres 46 papers AV365 Harper Hill Dr, Grogan St, Bignell Cres 39 papers AV368 Garrardview St 58 papers AV369 Garradview St 36 ppaers AV370 Keith-Wright Cres 30 papers PL505 West Shore Blvd 20 papers PN560 12 Radom St - #1 - #33 27 papers If you are interested in a Route that isn’t listed please call (905)683-5117 and have your name put on a waiting list. MASON HOMES is seeking an experienced NEW HOME SALES PROFESSIONAL for our Parklands' community in Peterborough. Having a minimum of 5 years' experience in new homes sales and administration, the successful candidate will possess strong organizational, communication and leadership skills combined with an ability to work independently. Proven sales track record is a must. A positive approach to problem solving, good understand- ing of new home construction and familiarity with ENERGY STAR for new homes are welcoming attributes. Please submit your cover letter and resume to admin@masonhomes.ca or fax to 905-761-9889. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AZ / DZ DRIVERS WANTED 3 years GTA experience, fluent English language a must. Also Truck Mechanic required. Call Abdi 647-889-5728 WANTED: Children, Youth & Young Family Leader for Faith United Church1778 Nash Rd., Courtice ON L1E 2L9 Looking to hire a qualified individual to lead and develop our Children, Youth and Young Family ministry. This is a Congregational Designated Ministry position. A successful applicant will have strong leadership skills, administrative skills and good communication skills related to team building and conflict resolution. This person will also have an under- standing of the theology and ethos of the United Church. This position offers competitive wages at 20 hours per week with benefits. Interested applicants please submit resume with ATTN: CYYF committee by Email: faithunited@nexicom.net or fax to 905-433-9642 Ajax law firm requires experienced Real Estate Assistant-Clerkwho has also done corporate & estate files.Experienced in Terraview,Conveyancer and PC Law. You may forward resume in confidence to dmckay@pmhlawoffice.com SALESMANAGER Cowan Buick GMC LTD. requires a Sales Manager to oversee the New and Used vehicle departments. A minimum of three years experience is necessary. The knowledge of ADP and CTWIZARD would be an advantage. The successful candidate would be responsible for training sales staff and maintaining a liaison with the General Motors district Sales manager. Please forward a detailed resume in confidence to: jamesdhext@hotmail.com 2 & 3 bedroomapartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent.Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or(905)686-0841Eve. viewing by appt.www.ajaxapartments.com OSHAWA, 385 Gibb St. Available Immediately. 3 bdrm apts. Starting from $1250/month plus $30/month parking. Upon credit approval. Laundry on-site. Close to amenities. Patrick 905-443-0191 WHITBY CENTRAL Large 1-bedroom of superior standard on first floor of low rise building. Patio, hardwood floors, no dogs, efficient main- tenance. Adult lifestyle, Aug 1st, $1,050 inclusive 200 Mason Dr. (905)576-8989. MCGILL/ OLD HARWOOD Large 4-bedroom, 3,000sq.ft., 2-1/2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, family/ living/dining room, 2-car parking. Available immediately. $1900/month. 647-559-7681 or 416-712-4059 This Week Newspaper INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed belowAddress to: The Circulation Manager This Week Newspaper845 Farewell St. Oshawa L1H 7L5Will be received until 12 noonOn Monday June 22nd, 2015.Contract commencing, Aug 1st and Aug 7th, 2015.Work consisting To deliver approx. 8,895 newspapers,Flyers, catalogues and other products toSpecific drop locations in Whitby and Oshawa area.Customers in Whitby and Oshawa areaon Wednesday and Thursday.Van required.Information packages available at:This Week Newspaper845 Farewell St.Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Bid #103-Whitby area- approx. 5,402.Bid # 304-Oshawa area- approx. 3,493.Lowest or any bids will not necessarilybe accepted. Only the successful Company will be contacted. Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29, 2015 PICKERING TOWN CENTRE Call to reserve today!905-215-0444 2 Days! Children’s Programs, Educational Services, Gymnastics, Dance, Hockey, Skating & much more… Lower Level Centre Court 2015 Susan Fleming sfleming@durhamregion.com Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help APPOINTMENT TAKERS for our Ajax office. Full-time/part-time wage plus bonus. Experience preferred. Email resume to: angela@chambersfood.com Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help Salon & SpaHelp HAIRSTYLIST FULL TIME with experience and license JOSEPH'S HAIRSTYLING, Oshawa Centre. Apply in person or call Joe (905)723-9251 Career Tr ainingFeatureC Careers Drivers Office Help Career Tr ainingFeatureC Careers Drivers Office Help General Help Skilled &Technical Help EXPERIENCED BATH- ROOM RENOVATORS from Toronto & Durham Region needed immedi- ately. Must have clear criminal abstract, own truck and tools. Profes- sionals need only apply. Please email resume to: mmconstruction@ rogers.com General Help Office Help ADMINISTRATIVE SUP- PORT - TRANSPORT Based in Oshawa, this is a varied role supporting the warehouse and transport operations. Al- locating orders to the correct trucks and routes, confirming in- ventory received is rec- onciled, invoicing completed outgoing shipments and general co-ordination of the warehouse activities. A minimum of two years in a shipping / receiving administrative role is re- quired. Email logistics jobsindurham@gmail.com Apartments & Flats For RentA Houses for Rent Hospital/Medical/Dental ARE YOU LOOKING for a rewarding career? Would you like to make a difference in the lives of older adults? Har- wood Place Seniors Community is looking for caring, compassion- ate people to join our growing team. Although a PSW certificate is an asset, it is not a require- ment for employment - we are ready and willing to train the right people for the role. Please con- tact Cindy Ott, Director of Wellness, at cindy@harwoodplace.ca with your resume. Thank you for your interest. PHARMACY ASSISTANT highly motivated, excel- lent customer service skills, front shop experi- ence. Email resume to: whitbypharmacy@ yahoo.com Apartments & Flats For RentA Houses for Rent Houses for Sale$ OWN A 3-BDRM, 2-baths house, with gar- age. $1330/month. P&I. (oac). Call Jazz Bains, Broker, Homelife United, Office 1-888-672-1233, Direct 647-296-5800. Industrial / Commercial For Rent / WantedI INDUSTRIAL UNITS, 343 Bloor St. W., Oshawa (at Park Rd., near 401). 2850-sq.ft. Can be divided to suit. Call 905-579-5077 or 289-404-4567 for more information Office / Business Space For Rent / WantedO 1200 SQ FT finished office to sub-lease. Close to Hwy 401 and Liverpool Road., Pick- ering. $1200/month. Avail. August 1, 2015. Call 905-837-2371 TendersT VendorsWantedV TendersT VendorsWantedV Classifieds LocalWork.ca Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm • Oshawa 905-576-9335 • Ajax 905-683-0707 • Fax 905-579-2418 • classifieds@durhamregion.com ABSOLUTELY AMAZING painters at bargain prices! Summer special $100/ room. Quick, clean, reliable. Free estimates! Second-To-None Painting 905-265-7738/ 1-866-325-7359 Painting & DecoratingP Painting & DecoratingP GeneralHelp Service Directory Newspaper Advertising Works! Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: durhamregion.com du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 25 AP SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP. NOTICE OF SALE Goods will be sold on www.ibid4storage.com starting Thursday June 16, 2015 and closing Wednesday June 17, 2015 to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental at 475 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax, Ontario incurred by the following: Patricia Browne Paul King John Cannon Liane Kalenborn Fred Climo Jerry Stagg Boyd Spencer Proconn General Contracting Junior Reid and Tamara Savage INTERESTED BUYERS? Can view and register at www.ibid4storage.com Dated in the City of Edmonton, in the Province of Alberta, 8 April 2015 SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #1970, 10123-99 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3H1 1979 FIAT SPIDER CONVERTIBLE Original condition, manual. Excellent condition. Asking $11,000 o.b.o Call Frank 905-725-0881 905-449-4109 1999 BLACK GRAND PRIX 4 DOOR. ONE OWNER.CALL 905-410-0526 2003 GMC SAFARI WORK VAN 260KM. Heavy duty floor with tie downs. Heavy duty trailer hitch and wiring. Clean. Certified and E-tested. $2,900.Jay 905-244-8004 John 905-391-6200 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions Newtonville FRIDAY, June 12th, 5:00 p.m. Selling the attractive contents of an Oshawa and Cobourg home; Dining Room Suite; Small Curio Cabinet; Sofa; Wing Chairs; Occ. Table; Occ. Chairs; Gibbard Bedroom Suite; Poster Beds; Ant. Dresser & Chests; Carpets; Artwork; Pictures; Glassware; Collectibles; Large Quantity of Hand and Power Tools; etc. Preview after 2:00 p.m Terms: Cash; Interac; M/C, Visa, Approved Cheques. 10% Buyers Premium Applies AUCTIONEERS Frank & Steve Stapleton905.786.2244, www.stapletonauctions.com fb - Stapleton Auctions'Celebrating 44 years in the auction industry' MacGregor's ESTATE AUCTION Sunday June 14th 9:00am (viewing 8 am) Located in Orono. Take 401 to 115 Hwy, Exit at Main St, Orono. Follow signs to Mill Pond Auction Features Contents from Brighton and Whitby Estates. Quality Furniture, Diningroom and Bedroom Sets, Misc tables & Chairs, Hope & Metal Chests, Futon, Kitchen & Household Contents, Sewing Related Items, Glass & China, Quality Collectibles from Past to Present, Estate Jewelry, Tools, Lawnmower, Snowblower, Saws, Leaf Blower, etc. Something for One & All.. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C & Interac (10% buyers premium) see: www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.comFor Updates MacGREGOR AUCTIONS Mike MacGregor, Auctioneer 905-718-6602 l 905-263-2100 l 1-800-363-6799 macgregorauctions@hotmail.com BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONSSelling contents from Steve Lawrenceand Charlie Harris at:8169 Langstaff Rd., Kendal, ONDirections: 115 Hwy. to Kirby, go east on Conc. 9,10 km to Langstaff Rd., go north. Saturday, June 13 at 10:30amAntiques, collectibles, tools, electrical & plumbing items - Two auctioneers - Something for everyone!Yamaha Razz 2-wheel scooter, Small gas rototiller, Gas leaf blower, New Newmac oil furnace, Steampunk parts, Old Dynome metres, Tin Coca-Cola cooler, Wooden Coke cases, Mould for 6" iron elbow wooden, New Persian rugs 3x5, 5x8, Large qty. of new & like-new tools: Dewalt, Makita, Porter Cable, Noma riding lawn mower, Collection of cameras, Laser level Marksmen RL60B, Porter Cable portable compressor, Electric industrial portable pump snake, Industrial Devilbliss 60 gallon, New & used clothing, Old scales, Computer white boardAUCTIONEER: Bruce Kellett705-328-2185 or 905-986-4447www.kellettauctions.comFacebook.com/kellettauctions CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday June 12 at 4:30pmLocated 3 miles East of Little Britainon Kawartha Lakes Rd 4 Selling the Contents of a North York home plus others - stained glass table lamp - 9pc antique mahogany and walnut dining room sets - 3pc chesterfield set - oak buffet - fainting couch - oak server - pocket watches - spinning wheel - oak pump organ - pb rocker - oil lamps - modern dining room set - corner elec fireplace - modern dining room set - garden dump trailer - floor model drill press - alum extension ladders - new aluminum screen doors - qty of rolls of material - industrial sewing machine - Husqvarna push mower - Ford 8N tractor - 04 Buick Rendezvous (as is) - 16 foot house trailer (as is) - Qty of china, glass, household and collectable itemsGREG CORNEIL AUCTIONEER 1241 Salem Rd Little Britain 705-786-2183 for more info or pictures www.corneilauctions.com - open for viewing Thursday from 8:30am to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm and Friday at 9am ANTIQUE COLLECTOR - ONLINE ONLY AUCTION - Beginning Friday June 12 - 10am - Closing Tuesday June 16 - 8pm at MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER - LINDSAY featuring everything from movie and rock memorabilia, to autographs, signed guitars, 100's of signed items, photos, etc., dolls, kids toys, kids clothes, jewelry, coins, antiques, artwork, clothing, furniture, appliances, musical instruments, antique dishware, kitchenware, computers, books, home décor, retro items, lamps, ashtrays, stands, glassware, costumes, wholesale lots, vintage clothing, tools, video games, DVD's, boating accessories, comics, sporting goods, camping gear, themed party decorations, even a custom automobile, 2001 Hyundai Tiburon custom interior, custom body & paint, killer wheels & tires, sub-woofer speaker, sun roof, 91 Cadillac Sedan De Ville, Continental back, etc., hundreds of rare & unusual collectables & hard to find items, 2000 interesting lots to bid on. MCLEAN AUCTIONS 705-324-2783 photos/ catalogue/ terms/ preview/ pickup times at www.mcleanauctions.com SAT JUNE 20-10am at the property of David Bray 1851 Whitfield Road, Port Perry - vintage farm machinery and farm collectables, tow behind 44" lawn mower, hundreds of interesting collectables & hard to find items, tools, signs, advertising, railroad items, cast iron seats, Rare corkscrew hay fork, Port Perry Jail door, 1960 Model 2404 Wurlitzer Juke Box, 1000's of items-selling 2 rings. MCLEAN AUCTIONS 705-324-2783 photos/list/terms at www.mcleanauctions.com FIREARMS, RELOADING EQUIP., EDGED WEAPONS & HUNTING ACCESSORIES LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTION SATURDAY June 20th., 9:00 A.M. SWITZER'S AUCTION CENTRE 25414 Highway 62 South, Bancroft, Ont. FROM COLLECTIONS & ESTATES "SUMMERS COMING" SALE COMPRISING OVER 300 NEW AND USED RESTRICTED & PROHIBITED, HANDGUNS, HUNTING RIFLES & SHOTGUNS, ANTIQUE PISTOLS, EDGED WEAPONS, CROSSBOWS, AMMUNITION, CLOTHING & HUNTING ACCESSORIES FEATURES: GERMAN K43 SERVICE RIFLE, TWO NATIONAL MATCH QUALITY M1 GARAND RIFLES, IWI TAVOR MODEL 21 (NON-RESTRICTED), "DIRTY HARRY" SMITH & WESSON .44 MAGNUM. Complete Listing Details and Photo's At Our "icollector" site (follow links from):www.switzersauction.com Check back for regular updates We have room for your CONSIGNMENTSin our June 20th and our Aug. 15th sale Paul Switzer, Auctioneer/Appraiser1-613-332-5581 ~ 1-800-694-2609 or e-mail info@switzersauction.com Congratulate Your Grad Thursday June 18 Deadline Tuesday June 16 With a special full colour notice For only $4999+hst 3” wide by 2.75” deep Approx. 40 words To Place your ad call our Classified Department Oshawa/Whitby/Clarington This Week 905-576-9335 Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser 905-683-0707 Congratulations on your incredible achievement. We are so proud of all the hard work you have put into school, especially I.B. We know you will achieve all your dreams. Love forever, Mom and Dad and Landon R.S. MCLAUGHLIN HIGH SCHOOLSAM P L E SARAH ROGERS Congratulations on your graduation from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor of Music degree. Good luck on your Master’s Degree at the University of Ottawa. We are very proud of you, Love Mom and Dad LAURIER UNIVERSITYSAM P L E TIM CROUCH PERSONAL PRAYERTO ST. JUDE THANKS TO ST. JUDE and the Sacred Heart of Jesus for favours received. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the sick, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day for nine days. This prayer has never failed, and your prayers will be answered. Publication must be promised. V. R . LegalNotices CarsC Vans/4-Wheel DriveV Novenas N LegalNotices CarsC Vans/4-Wheel DriveV Novenas N LegalNotices BusinessOpportunitiesB HELP WANTED!! Make up to $1000/week mail- ing brochures from home! Helping home workers since 2001! Genuine opportunity! NO experience required! www.needmailers.com Mortgages,LoansM 2.20% 5 yr. Variable No appraisal needed. Beat that! Refinance now and Save $$$ before rates rise. Below bank Rates Call for DetailsPeter 877-777-7308Mortgage Leaders #10238 $$ MONEY $$ CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #109691-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com Apartments & Flats For RentA 1-BEDROOM BASE- MENT apartment, Ajax (401/Westney), newly renovated, 1-parking, No pets/smoking, working person preferred. Available immediately. $950/month, all inclu- sive, plus laundry. First/last and references. Call 416-668-2167. BACHELOR APTS 1-bath in the Country Apart- ment. Located in north Pickering. Second level unit, $795/month, avail. immediately. Other unit is a walk out basement apt, rent $675/month, available July 1st. Heat & hydro incl. with rent. Both units are pet free, adult lifestyle, and non- smoking. No laundry fa- cilities available. Please call or email to make ar- rangements to see either unit. 905-649-2436 Auctions & Sales A Houses for Rent WHITBY SHORES Very bright 3-bdrm town- house with finished basement and land- scaped backyard. A commuter dream, close to GO train & 401, lake trails, shopping and sports complex. Open concept main floor with room for dining table, eat in kitchen, 2.5 baths, washer/dryer, dish washer, central air, gar- age door opener and ac- cess to the garage from the house. 1 year lease required. First/last. $1600, utilities not in- cluded. Avail. June 15 or July 1. Call Mark 905-924-2700 or email mk008@rogers.com To wnhousesfor RentT OSHAWA 3-BEDROOM townhouse, Ritson/Dean Ave. Available July 1st. $1595/month inclusive. First/last required. No dogs, cats okay. Call (905)922-2181 or Karim 905-447-0071 Rooms forRent & WantedR 2-BDRM brand new basement apt. Full bath- room, kitchenette, walk- out to patio, separate entrance, shared laun- dry. No pets/smoking. Available July 1st. $1200/month. First/Last. Utilities negotiable. Har- wood/Rossland, Ajax. 905-409-2045. Auctions & Sales A Rooms forRent & WantedR LUXURY BUNGALOW on lake, Newcastle. Bed- room with ensuite, den, and shared kitchen. Golf course, pool, rec centre. $800/month, hydro, cable, laundry included. Suit professional, non- smoking, working or re- tired gentleman. 905-419-1743 evenings Tr avel CANCEL YOUR TIME- SHARE. NO Risk Pro- gram STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248. Cottages for RentC NEW 3-BDRM COT- TAGE, (2014) full bath, large livingroom/kitchen, laundry, dishwasher, ful- ly furnished. Deck, BBQ, dock. Very private. Rice Lake area. Dreamland Resort. $1000/wk. 705-696-3423 Articlesfor SaleA HOT TUB COVERS All Custom covers, all sizes and all shapes, $375.00 plus tax Free delivery. Let us come to your house & measure your tub! Pool safety covers. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com Auctions & Sales A Graduations Auctions & Sales A Graduations Auctions & Sales A Graduations Auctions & Sales A Graduations Articlesfor SaleA RENT TO OWN Appli- ances, TV's, Electronics, Furniture, Computers, BBQ's & More!! Apply today. Contact Paddy's Market 905-263-8369 or 800-798-5502. Visit us on the web at www.paddysmarket.ca TOPSOIL: Quality Screened Topsoil for sale, $8.50 cyd. for pick up DURHAM TOPSOIL 1480 Lakeridge North, Ajax. 905-427-0403 TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLIANCES. Bar fridge's, $79 and up. Va- riety of dented fridge's, stoves and laundry available. Also brand new appliances, GE dyers $399 and GE washers, $499. Many other new items available. Free local de- livery. Call us today, Ste- phenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448. Cars WantedC **! ! $$$$ ! AAAAA ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days per week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. A1$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Always the Best Cash Deal for your good Used or Scrap Cars, Trucks, Vans, etc. Environmen- tally friendly green dis- posal. Call now for the best cash deal 905-424-1232 **!Go Green!** Cash For Cars & Trucks Auto (ABE's) Recycling 1-888-355-5666 MassagesM AAA PICKERING ANGELS H H H H H Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 Now hiring!!! NOW OPEN LaVilla Spa 634 Park Rd. South Oshawa (905)240-1211 Now hiring!!! ComingEventsC MEDICAL CONDITION? We Help Canadians re- ceive up to $40,000 from the Government! Why Wait? We can col- lect for you. ANY medi- cal condition may qualify. Call Ontario Benefits 1-888- 588-2937 ext#101 TO ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION IN THIS SECTION, PLEASE CALL 905-683-0707 Ajax 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 26 AP Mae Price who passed away June 7, 2014 Lovingly Remembered by Bill, Craig, Steph, Dianne, Scott, Liam, Maeya and Keegan Publishing Thursday June 18 Deadline Tuesday June 16@5pm For further information please call one of our Classified Sales Representatives at 905-576-9335or905-683-0707 Father’sDayTributes Father’sDay Tributes McCORD, Marie Madeleine Victoria; Peacefully, at the Hastings Centennial Manor, Bancroft, on Thursday, February 19, 2015. Madeleine McCord, age 93 of Bancroft, was the beloved wife of Harold McCord. Loved mother of Lynda Mitchell (Greg) of Paudash Lake and mother-in-law of Deborah McCord of Whitby. Loving grandmother of Tanya (Chris), Ben (Nanette), Jared (Julianne), Ryan and Karen. Great- grandmother of Jada, Kyla, Lexa, Corson, Addyson, Ellison, Mya and Noah. Predeceased by her sons James and William. Beloved daughter of the late Thomas Beauvais and Ernestine (nee Matte), and sister of the late Erma, Annette, Lucienne, Oscar, John, Joseph and Henry. Cremation has taken place at Lakefield Crematorium. A Memorial Service for Madeleine will take place at the Club 580 (Hastings Street N., Bancroft) on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to The Canadian Cancer Society or The Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to M.G. DALY FUNERAL HOME, Maynooth. (Cards available at the funeral home (613) 338-3259 or e-mail condolences to dalyfuneralhome@bellnet.ca or visit www.mgdalyfuneralhome.com). BELFRY, Brian Leslie - Passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 7th, 2015, at the age of 71. Survived by his 102 year old father, Garnet and predeceased by his mother Joan. Loving father of Warren (Laura). Caring grandfather of Spencer. He was a longtime friend of Gary Moore, Ab Kehl and Linda Gatehouse. Brian will be fondly remembered for his "bad jokes and impersonations". A Celebration of Brian's Life will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, June 12th from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Friends are invited to share stories and memories in an informal setting. Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted for the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome.com TRANTAU, Erich - Peacefully at his home in Pickering on Monday June 8, 2015. Beloved husband of 59 years to Ella. Survived by three brothers and three sisters as well as many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 905-428-8488) on Thursday June 11, 2015 from 10:00a.m. to 11:00a.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel at 11:00a.m. Interment in Erskine Cemetery, Pickering to follow. Condolences may be signed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriams Death Notices Ajax & Pickering Locations8 Salem Rd. South Ajax, ON L1S 7T7 FLYERS WEDNESDAY JuNE 10, 2015 Carrier of the Week Congratulations Yannick for being our Carrier of the Week. Today’s Carrier of the Week is Yannick. Yannick enjoys hockey and basketball. l Yannick has received dinner vouchers compliments of McDonald’s, Subway and Boston Pizza. *DELIVERED TO SELECTED HOUSEHOLDS ONLY All inserts can be recycled with your newspapers through your blue box program. SAve time, SAve money. view Flyers/Coupons at shop.ca if you did not receive your news Advertiser oR you are interested in becoming a carrier, call Circulation at 905-683-5117. Hours: mon.-thurs. 9:00am to 6:30pm, Fri. 9:00am to 5:00pm. your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6 every 3 weeks. 6 Harwood Ave. S.,Ajax 1949 Ravenscroft Rd.,Ajax 300 Rossland Rd. E.,Ajax 255 Salem Rd. S. D#1 42 Old Kingston Rd.,Ajax 465 Bayly St.W. #5,Ajax 1889 Brock Rd. #24, Pickering 300 Harwood Ave. S.,Ajax 1995 Salem Rd. N.,Ajax AJAX HOME WEEK AJAX ALL STATE INSURANCE AJAX PICKERING BOUCLAIR AJAX EQUITY CREDIT UNION AJAX GIANT TIGER AJAX HOME DEPOT AJAX PICKERING HOME DIGEST AJAX PICKERING JOE DICKSON GOLF TOURNAMENT AJAX PICKERING LOWES AJAX PICKERING MARK’S WORK WEARHOUSE AJAX PICKERING NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PROSPECTING PICKERING PAPA’S PIZZA LAND AJAX PHARMA PLUS AJAX PICKERING RONA AJAX PICKERING SEARS AJAX PICKERING WHEELS AJAX PICKERING Tell me a story! DURHAM -- Summi Siddiqui, from Ajax, and members of the Durham Folklore Story Tellers told sto- ries at the Northview Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre to mark World Storytelling Day recently. Ryan Pfeiffer / Metroland Hitting all the right notes DURHAM -- Micah Weekes performed a piece of music he composed during the And Still We Rise event hosted by The Durham Black Educators Network at Bellwood Public School recently. The theme of the event was Living Your Own Story, with workshops, speakers and activities encouraging students to develop paths of their own, outside of stereotypes, to define their future. Chris Tanouye photo 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 27 AP COURTESY CARS AVAILABLE 963 brock rd s., pickering li v e r p o o l 401 bayly ch u r c h br o c K r D . S . OFFER ENDS JUNE 30, 2015 SPRING MAINTENANCE SERVICESPECIAL INCLUDES: Oil, filter & lubrication (max 5 litres 5W/10W - 30)15 point inspection for: coolant, tires, wiper, hose's and belts etc.Brake inspection and reportTire rotation $49.95 $29.95 WOW! Service & Repairs To All Makes ---Licensed Technicians---- 963 Brock Road, Unit 8+9, Pickering Please call for an appointment 905-492-4002 •905-492-4255 oktireajax.com Mon - Thurs 8 to 6pm, Fri 8 to 5pm, Sat 9 to 1pm Helping Animals inNeed TEAM CHELSEA ANIMAL CARE FUND Donations can be made through any SCOTIABANK: Account #149360119814 • CCP #6050589924000 “ “ Team Chelsea is a volunteer community group and is not a registered charity. Sponsored by:OnTariO is a volunteer group that actively searches for lost, abandoned & homeless pets in the Durham Region.To date, more than 1700 dogs and 1500 cats have been found & reunited with their owners. Team Chelsea relies on donations to assist with Food, Litter, andVet Care Expenses (Meds, Spays, Neuters, Sick & Injured Animals) etc. Check us out for dogs at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/165123396868018/ and for cats at :/560219034100583 TEAM CHELSEA We offer free consultations We accept all insurance plans for all your denture needs free UltrasonicDentUre cleaner With all new dentures 283 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax (1 light east of Salem Road)www.precisiondenture.com 905-239-34782014 READE RS’C H OICEA WA RD DIAMOND DEBIT To View And/Or Print The Durham Region Classic Cruise Night And Car Show Guide Please Visit IN DURHAM REGION www.durhamregion.com And Click On “Digital Print Editions” Then scroll down and double click on the Classic Cruising Guide picture. LOOKINSIDELOOKINSIDE Today’spaperforyourcopyofthe45thAnnualAjaxHomeWeek SouvenirEdition uReport When you see news happening let us know... newsroom@durhamregion.com www.durhamregion.com www.facebook/newsdurham @newsdurham In partnersip with You Design your yers online We Distribute through home carrier delivery We Print at an exceptional price to learn more Grow your business by Designing, Printing and Distributing your yers through Beautiful yers starting at just 12¢ per piece! 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 • Ju n e 1 0 , 2 0 1 5 28 AP 201 BAYLY ST. W. (AT MONARCH AVE., AjAx) •905-683-5358 No Credit? Slow Credit? Bad Credit? STARTING FROM 4.19% Call Kaitlynn 1-888-941-3115 “Thinkinglike acustomer” All advertised prices are plus HST. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. See dealer for details. VISIT USTODAY FOR MORE GREAT DEALS! VILL AGECHRYSLER DURHAM’S #1 CHRYSLER DEALER 2015 CHRYSLER 200 LX Auto, A/C, M P3 CD Player, PW/PL/PM, Tilt Steering, Keyless Entry, Security System, Rear Window Defrost. Stk #: V3283 $18,888 2015 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT/NORTH A/C, Tilt Steering, Keyless Entry, CD Player, Leather Interior, Heated Door Mirrors, Panic Alarm, Fog Lights. Stk #: V3296 $24,988 2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA TOURING Manual, Tilt Steering, PW/PL/PM, CD Player, Front Reading Lights, Rear Window Defrost. Stk #: V3335 $11,488 2008 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER LX 5 Speed Manual, PW/PL/PM, Tilt Steering, Keyless Entry, CD Player, Spoiler, Rear Window Wiper. Stk #: V3360 $7,949 2014 FIAT 500E POP A/C, MP3 CD Player, PW/PL/PM, Tilt Steering, Keyless Entry, Rear Window Defrost, Security System. Stk #: V3271 $19,988 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE Adjustable Headrests In All Seating Positions, Front Bucket Seats, Power Windows, 3.3 Liter 6 Cylinder Engine. Stk # V3408 $11,988 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Auto, A/C, Tilt Steering, PW/PL, Keyless Entry, CD Player, Spoiler, Rear Window Defrost, Rear Window Wiper. Stk #: 15426A $18,987 2014 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING Auto, A/C, Alloy Wheels, Tilt Steering, PW/PL/PM, Keyless Entry, SiriusXM, Spoiler, Roof Rack. Stk #: V3240 $19,888 2015 DODGE JOURNEY CVP/SE PLUS Auto, A/C, Alloy Wheels, PW/PL, Keyless Entry, Tilt Steering, CD Player, ABS Brakes, Rear Window Wiper. Stk #: 15352A $19,988 2010 JEEP COMPASS SPORT/NORTH Manual, Tilt Steering, Alloy Wheels, CD Player, Spoiler, Front Reading Lights, Rear Window Defrost. Stk #: 15309A $12,488 2015 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT/NORTH Front Bucket Seats, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Wipers, Cruise Control, 5 Speed Manual, 4 Cyl & More Than 170 Horsepower. Stk #: V3296 $24,988 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT Auto, CD Player, Tilt Steering, Rear Window Defrost, Power Steering, ABS Brakes, Front Reading Lights. Stk #: V3251 $12,888 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA Auto, Tilt Steering, CD Player, Heated Door Mirrors, Rear Window Defrost, Power Steering. Stk #: P3225 $12,888 2013 MAZDA MAZDA6 GS Auto, A/C, Alloy Wheels, Tilt Steering, PW/PL, Rear Window Defrost, Keyless Entry, CD Player, Security System. Stk #: V3387 $14,488