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See our audio slide show at durhamregion.com /AUDIO SLIDE SHOW /WATCH FOR... durhamregion.com 24/7 Games coverage News Advertiser’s Pan Am Volunteer of the Day Khalil Gayle Canada has posted top 5 finishes in every Pan Am Games since 1951 Considering its track record, Canada is likely to be among the top-five finishers for most medals at the 2015 Toronto Pan Am Games. Since the country began competing in the second Games in Mexico City in 1955, Canada has placed among the top five in each of the 15 competitions. The USA has finished first 14 of 16 times. Cuba has finished first once, and second nine times in the last 10 competitions. Medal: Gold Silver Bronze Total Mexico City 1955 5.- Canada 4…4…3…11 Chicago 1959 5.- Canada 7…21…28…56 Sao Paulo 1963 3.- Canada 10…27…25…62 Winnipeg 1967 2.- Canada 12…37…43…92 Cali 1971 3.- Canada 19…20…42…81 Mexico City 1975 3.- Canada 18…35…38…91 San Juan 1979 3.- Canada 24…43…70…137 Caracas 1983 3.- Canada 22…42…55…119 Indianapolis 1987 3.- Canada 30…57…75…162 La Habana 1991 3.- Canada 22…46…59…127 Mar del Plata 1995 3.- Canada 47…61…69…177 Winnipeg 1999 3.- Canada 64…52…80…196 Santo Domingo 2003 3.- Canada 29…57…42…128 Río de Janeiro 2007 4.- Canada 39…44…55…138 Guadalajara 2011 5.- Canada 30…40…49…119 inside today Editorial / 6 Sports / 14 Real Estate / 17-19 Classified / 20 Pressrun 54,400 / 40 pages / Optional 3-week delivery $6 / $1 newsstand AJAX -- Flanked by her country’s flag, Caro- lina Pineda was ready to cheer on Colombia in the country’s first men’s baseball outing. She was decked out in the yellow, blue and red of Colombia’s flag as she and a group of friends grabbed seats at the back of the bleachers at the President’s Choice Ajax Pan Am Ballpark. Ms. Pine- da is a Brampton resident who came to Canada from Colombia 10 years ago. “We want to support the team and support the city and the games,” she said. In addition to checking out baseball, Ms. Pineda said she planned to see soccer, vol- leyball and roller speed skating. Colombia has some of the top athletes in roller speed skating, she explains. She said everything was going well. “It was really smooth, the people are nice as well, the transit is very nice,” she said. Ms. Pineda and her group opted to take GO transit to Ajax. DURHAM -- It was a chance Khalil Gayle couldn’t let pass him by. So, the Oshawa teen is volunteering during the Pan Am Games. He’s volunteering “to do my com- munity service, get my volunteer hours,” Khalil said. He found out about the volunteering opportunity through school. He’s not sure what he’ll be doing, but he is looking forward to the opportunity. Khalil did volunteer during the City of Oshawa’s Pan Am Games launch party at City hall on Friday, July 10. Khalil is heading into Grade 11 at Maxwell Heights Secondary School in Oshawa. ABOUT THE OSHAWA VENUE Oshawa is host to the weightlifting and box- ing competitions. Both are being held at the Oshawa Sports Centre (AKA, the GM Cen- tre). Tickets, weightlifting: www.ticketmaster.ca Tickets, boxing: www.ticketmaster.ca News Advertiser’s Pan Am Fan of the Day Carolina Pineda A new Fan and Volunteer of the Day every day during the Pan Am Games. Visit durhamregion.com for round-the-clock coverage of the Games. 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Come C e l e b r a t e L i f e W i t h U s ! Book your tour today! Harper doubles contribution to Pickering’s Rouge Park Addition makes it one of the largest urban parks in North America Ian McMillan imcmillan@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Prime Minister Stephen Harper surrounded himself with Pickering Earth Rangers Saturday as he announced his government would double its contribu- tion to the Rouge National Urban Park. The announcement was made at the Pickering Recreation Complex in front of a packed room full of dignitaries, council- lors, MPs and local residents July 11. The additional 21 square kilometres of new land will feature a mix of natural, cultural and agricultural properties and increase the grounds by more than 36 per cent, making it one of the largest urban parks in North America, spanning 79.5 square kilometres once fully established. Mr. Harper said 43 years ago, much of the land that now makes up the Rouge National Urban Park was expropriated by the Pierre Trudeau government for an airport. That not only hurt farmers, but curtailed eco- nomic development in the area, he said. Mr. Harper said his government vowed to return the lands to the people and families who called the region home. “Our govern- ment has now given back to the community more than half of the land the Trudeau gov- ernment expropriated 40 years ago,” he said. Chris Alexander, minister of Citizenship and Immigration and Ajax-Pickering MP, applauded the prime minister. He said the expropriated lands have sat unused, taken for an airport that was never built. “That was a breach of faith and trust for the tax- payers, for property owners, with commu- nities,” he said. The new lands, which include forests, meadows, streams, creeks, important archeological sites and large tracts of farm- land, are located in the City of Pickering and the Township of Uxbridge. They will be under the protection of Parks Canada and preserved for the enjoyment of Canadian families and international visitors. The prime minister addressed criticisms that the park would not receive adequate environmental protection. “That is simply not true. The new Rouge National Urban Park will have the high- est level of environmental protection. It will also allow the farmers who have been responsible stewards ... to continue to work this land as is only fair,” he said. He said the park will be afforded the stron- gest protections of any urban park in the world, with its very own legislation -- the historic Rouge National Urban Park Act -- providing multi-million dollar investments to conserve and restore it, and ensure year- round enforcement. Pauline Browes, director of the Waterfront Regeneration Trust and chairwoman of the Friends of the Rouge National Park, and a former MP for Scarborough-Centre who tabled the initial legislation to protect the Rouge Valley, was at the announcement. She said Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, established the first national park in Canada and now Ste- phen Harper has established the first urban national park in this country. “This is a great day for our communities,” she said. But it’s been a long time coming. Ms. Browes said for more than 30 years, hun- dreds of active community members have been working to see this day happen. The prime minister said there is still a remaining parcel of land north of Hwy. 407 in Pickering. He said Transport Minister Lisa Raitt will continue to consult with all stakeholders to identify the best use for the land. 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Transport minister meets with community regarding possible Pickering airport Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- On the heels of a big announcement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper on Saturday, federal Transport Min- ister Lisa Raitt met with stakeholders, mayors and community groups to discuss what’s next for the lands in Pickering dedicated for a pos- sible airport. Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan and commu- nity groups were among those in attendance at the closed Monday meeting at Durham Region headquarters with Ms. Raitt. On Sat- urday, Mr. Harper announced the transfer of 5,200 acres of the federal lands in north Pickering for the expansion of Rouge Nation- al Urban Park. In 1972, 18,600 acres of land in north Pickering were expropriated for a planned international airport. After sitting in limbo for more than 40 years, in 2013, 5,000 acres of the land in York Region was transferred to the park. Despite this most recent transfer, there will still be plenty of discussion on what will hap- pen to the remaining 9,600 acres north of Hwy. 407 in Pickering, designated for eco- nomic development, including a potential future airport. “It has long been the government’s commit- ment that any decisions on these lands will be informed by the interests and the needs of regional stakeholders,” said Ms. Raitt. “Today, I was pleased to hear the views of our key stakeholders on the progress we have made and to explore what role local interests could play in the future.” Mayor Ryan, an airport supporter, noted at the council meeting in Pickering on Monday night that everyone seemed to feel positive about the meeting with Ms. Raitt. “Literally everyone in that room ... Every single speaker stood up and congratulat- ed the minister on moving forward in a very practical way and a fair way,” he said. However, the opinions on what should go on that land still differ. Mary Delaney, chairwoman of Land Over Landings, a group dedicated to the preserva- tion of the federal lands for agricultural pur- poses instead of an airport, was also pleased with Ms. Raitt’s work on this subject. And she said she was “absolutely thrilled” with the announcement on Saturday, calling it “an enormous win.” But she feels the fight has shifted from one with the federal government to those with business interests. “We are also under no illusions,” she said. “We know that this is it. This is the big one. This is the final push against all of those that still want to pave those lands.” Mr. Harper said at the Saturday announce- ment the federal government intends to use the remaining lands to create jobs and growth and long-term prosperity for Durham. Mayor Ryan said he emphasized to the minister the importance of creating jobs on the remaining land. “The job potential in this municipality is huge given the proper incen- tives and impetus,” he said. On July 18, the Canada Gazette will publish the proposal for a new regulation to designate the Pickering site and accompanying airport zoning regulations. A 60-day consultation period will allow for comments, after which federal officials will analyze public input and feedback prior to making a final decision. Ms. Raitt also announced she intends to name an independent advisor who will meet with local interests on the potential economic development opportunities around a future airport and will report back to the govern- ment within a year. Transport Canada will also undertake an assessment of the future aviation needs in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area and identify any shortfalls in the system of airports. “We’re pleased that the Government of Canada is moving forward with concrete plans on the next steps on the management of the federal lands in Pickering,” said Region- al Chairman Roger Anderson. “We’re excited that the focus is on identifying investment opportunities, economic development, and the potential for thousands of jobs in and around a new airport.” Jim Robb, general manager of the Friends of the Rouge Watershed, was also pleased with the announcement on Saturday, but empha- sized the GTA does not need and cannot afford a “white elephant” Pickering airport. Proven SolutionS to ProblemS CauSed by PeSky SquirrelS and raCCoonS Locally Owned Proudly Canadian www .UrbanNa tureSt ore .ca Pickering 905-231-0459609KingstonRd.(JustwestofWhitesRd.) 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Police want to speak to a man described as a Good Samaritan who came to the stricken man’s aid after the confrontation. The man stayed with Mr. Nelson until paramedics arrived on scene, police said. Two men are sought in connection with the incident. The first, the driver of the car, is described as black with a dark complexion. He’s believed to be in his late teens or early 20s and is six feet three to six feet five, with a muscular build, a chin strap beard and an Afro hairstyle. He wore a grey hoodie with a zipper in front, dark pants and a ball cap. The second suspect, black with a light complexion, is also in his late teens or early 20s and is five feet six to five feet eight with a medium build and an Afro hairstyle. He wore a grey hoodie, dark pants and a New Era ball cap. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 905-579-1520, extension 5407 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. 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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 l y 1 5 , 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 Agriculture better than aeronautics To the editor: Re: ‘Anti-airport group focuses on farming in Pickering’ news, , July 2, 2015. If the remaining federal lands in Pickering are developed as an airport, it will provide a direct threat to the new Rouge National Urban Park, a soon-to-be premiere recre- ation destination for the GTA. A business case for agricultural industries, versus aero- nautics industries, seems entirely more appropriate for these lands, given the mas- sive investment Parks Canada will be mak- ing to bring the park to life. Durham needs to think beyond the four- year election cycle and promote sustainable development opportunities that will benefit citizens in the long term. An unneeded air- port will fail and take with it all the employ- ment opportunities some seem to think Land Over Landings is opposed to. The time for short-term, destructive planning is over. Agriculture, and associated businesses, will provide long-term, stable job opportunities in Durham, while simultaneously protect- ing the important parkland next door. There is no denying that we all need access to clean air, clean water and fresh food. Agriculture on the federal lands sup- ports those needs, an airport does not. Alexis Edghill, Markham Election politicking underway in Durham Summer has barely started in Durham Region but politicking in advance of the October federal election has begun. It started last week with the announce- ment of a $100-million research centre at UOIT and continued on the weekend with a suddenly environmentally aware Prime Minister Stephen Harper announcing the feds would double their contribution to the Rouge National Urban Park. Over at UOIT, Conservative MPs scarcely had time to applaud themselves before the Province assailed the Harper government, calling Ottawa’s $26.9-million pledge under the New Building Canada plan “disingenu- ous.” Brad Duguid, Ontario’s minister of economic development, employment and infrastructure, said the Province was “blind- sided” by the announcement, suggesting early campaigning for the election. “We are extremely disappointed with the approach the federal government has taken today, by unilaterally announcing a new Build- ing Canada Fund infrastructure project in Ontario without consultation or agree- ment from the Province,” he said. “Today’s announcement is completely disingenu- ous and raises unfair funding expectations among the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.” He added the announcement goes against the federal government’s own process, which directs the provinces to prioritize projects submitted under the provincial portion of the New Building Canada Plan. Federal Infrastructure Minister Denis Lebel countered with the hallmark arro- gance of this federal government, saying that he hopes the Province will recognize the importance of the UOIT project, as if ignoring a provincial partner in the infra- structure program, the duly elected govern- ment of Ontario, not to mention ignoring its own program rules, is perfectly above board and acceptable. It’s not uncommon for governments to start handing out cash for projects ahead of an election. Last week’s announcements continue that tradition, steeped as they were in the off-putting hyper-partisanship this government has made a staple of in its governance. To be sure, one would be hard pressed to find anyone in Durham who wouldn’t agree that a new research centre at the university is terrific news, or an expansion of a national urban park is a wonderful thing. But we must remember that it is election year politics driven by a gov- ernment that is long in the tooth and working to overcome growing deficits in voter support. Leadership means governments of all stripes and levels working together for the betterment of Canada. Voters are perceptive; they’ll deter- mine the worth of these gifts come October. Crystal clear cottage memories If I close my eyes, I can hear the whisper of waves lapping the side of the boat. I can feel the frantic wiggle of the dew worm as I bait my hook and the thrill in my belly as the tip of my rod bends to touch the surface of the lake, setting off little rings that ripple outward. And I can smell the tang of the perch as it pokes its sharp fin into the palm of my small hand. Walls of granite framed the road as we trekked to northern Ontario, my chubby legs sticking to the vinyl seat of our old Ford, my brother’s head bumping off my shoulder as we rattled down the washboard road that led to paradise -- our cottage. These are the treasures I carry close to my heart -- the memories I share with my siblings, my children, my nieces and nephews, my cousins and my par- ents. The memories I share with folks everywhere who were, and are, fortunate enough to have access to a cottage. Grandad’s rules were clear. If you caught the fish, you cleaned it. So we all gathered around Grandad on the dock and took turns wielding the old knife with the homemade wooden handle. Then we watched proudly as our catch-of-the day sizzled in the cast iron pan, adding fried fish to the bouquet of wood smoke, dandelion wine and scorched marsh- mallows that were the essence of our cottage. Plowing through the water over and over to finally feel the water skis break free to carve a path across the lake top was exhilarating -- the epitome of free- dom. My hair whipped my face as I grinned like a fool and returned ‘the thumbs up’ to my sister, the spotter. My memories mingle with my children’s memo- ries -- the sputtering Coleman lantern flaring at the lengthening shadows as I read ghost stories, their grubby little bodies wrapped in sleeping bags, their eye wide and round in the dark. Ah yes, memories of the cottage, my name forev- er etched in the mortar chinking that fills the spaces between the logs, the logs that echo with the sound of children’s laughter, the sound of family, the sound of our cottage. -- Megan Denby lives in Port Perry and is the award- winning author of ‘A Thistle in the Mist’, a Scottish historical drama set in Scotland and Nova Scotia. She is currently working on the disturbing sequel, ‘Lost to the Mist’. Megan Denby Guest column Looking back Life: One big commute I had a bad moment on my commute home from Toronto last week. Well, truth be told, it was actually a series of bad moments that, before you could say ‘Hey knob, thanks for cutting me off,’ morphed into something just this side of an aneurysm. It was a little scary for a couple of reasons. One, I don’t often get angry and two, I was shocked by how fast it hijacked my mood. I went from zero to crabby faster than Oprah on a vegan diet. I’m better now, thankfully. A trip to the cottage and several therapeutic swims in the lake, administered with a glass of cold beer to be taken with food every two to three hours or as needed, lowered my blood pressure back into the chill zone. What I’m most distressed about, however, is the fact that it was all completely avoid- able. I had available to me all the tools to sidestep a plunge into madness; I just didn’t use them. For instance, I have known for sometime that, due to the arrival of the Pan Am Games and the institution of new HOV lanes on major highways into and out of the GTA, there would be considerable traffic delays. As a seasoned commuter I am also savvy enough to realize that ‘traffic delays’ is, in fact, governmental speak for complete maniacal gridlock. It was going to get ugly. For an appropriate metaphor, see ‘Oprah two weeks into aforementioned vegan diet’. Again, as I headed off in my vehicle on that fateful trip, I knew all of this. But did I do anything to prepare myself? Did I med- itate or visualize a safe, easy trip in? Did I select some favourite music or audiobook to distract me when the going got tough? Did I look for and voice gratitude for the many things in my life that were still wonderful even as I began to stare at a sea of taillights? Did I pack a refreshing beverage and per- haps some tasty Bugles? No. Unfathomably, I did none of these things. In retrospect I can only surmise that at some level I was, in fact, spoiling for a fight. I guess that happens sometimes. Now and then we just need to get really bent as a reminder of why it’s not a great place to be. At any rate, I asked and the universe, as always, obliged. Within five minutes of getting onto the Death Valley Parking Lot I was moving slow- er than Perry Como on acid. To make matters worse the HOV was like a bowling alley. Clear sailing, punctuated only by the occasional cheater happily whizzing by me while I stupidly played by the rules. Every licence plate that disappeared down that lane seemed to scream ‘CHUMP’ at me. Now, not only was I frustrated but, worse, I felt like a fool. I might have taken some sol- ace from seeing at least one or two of those cheaters being heartily pistol-whipped by the legions of motorcycle cops constantly riding up and down the shoulders, but no, disappointingly, I didn’t see anyone pulled over. Now I could add feeling a little coward- ly to the mix. Great. At times like these I wish my car were equipped with some kind of emotional air- bags. Something warm, fuzzy and calm- ing that would release in moments of acute anger to protect me from further injury. Or, more to the point, that I would practise a lit- tle more what I preach. I guess it’s all part of the journey -- life’s big commute. -- Durham resident Neil Crone, actor, comic, writer, saves some of his best lines for this column. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m 7 APMany of Durham Region’s 14 beaches are open throughout the summer. Do you go swimming when you’re at the beach?Poll Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju l y 1 5 , 2 0 1 5 Enter Laughing Neil Crone Actor, comic, writer If the water’s safe, I’ll go for a dip. 17% Um, no. That’s just crazy talk. 32% 10 Top Reasons to Start Swimming Right Now Let’s Talk Stephanie St. Pierre: If you are a officer of the law and get a criminal charge and plead guilty, you should no longer be able to continue as an officer of the law!! Any other job you would be fired from in a heartbeat and there are too many who think they can do whatever they want and ruin it for the ones that enjoy and do their job properly. That’s insane!! LETTER CONTROVERSY: Facebook users weighed in last week on a story that broke in Waterloo, Ont. about a former police officer’s email to officials there, sarcastically thanking his former employer for paying his full salary over a period of three years while he was on suspension. His mockery didn’t sit well, as one might imagine. Here’s a sample of the reaction: You won’t see me at any Durham beaches. 51% Weigh in on topics of the day www.facebook.com/ newsdurham Marshall Lewis: Our justice sys- tem is a joke ... how can you expect citizens to follow the law when the enforcers cannot even do so? Plus they get no penalty for their actions... Suspend- ed with pay is just a killer vacation. Owen Duckman Campbell: Found guilty of a crime and still gets his full pay? Something is seriously wrong with this! I commit a crime and get charged I go to jail and lose my job and with a criminal record I have a hard time finding a job once I get out. Don McDonald: Nice incentives for the police to get extended, paid holi- days...go commit a crime and zero consequences, brilliant idea! Get in the real world, that is absolutely ridiculous and unheard of...except in Ontario apparently! Cocoa Banini: Unreal. I agree with the comments above. What is wrong with our judicial system? Corruption to the core? How can this be toler- ated? Good for you for bringing light to this. Joan Latchford: A judicial system with a brain would have had laws in place eons ago to allow firing him without compensation of any kind. The savings could go towards his replacement. Sad how having the means often gets you a high paying job but cannot buy you proper sense of what justice is. Amy Immacolata Pag: ...This Broth- erhood for cops has been going on for years nd I can tell you he’s not the only one sitting home collecting a full pay and living life.....Hey good for him.....I would be enjoying myself also. 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I easily turned left and head- ed into the grass lot. Part of the route in the lot was along a tem- porary plastic road, but the end bit involved driving on neatly trimmed grass. I drive a hatch- back and it didn’t present any problems. Friendly Pan Am staff took my $10 parking fee, issued me a pass for my dashboard and directed me to a spot. Parking was plentiful and it seemed like only a fraction of the lot was in use. With many fans opting to take public transporta- tion from Toronto, I suspect there will be parking spaces available even during gold-medal games. Once I parked, I headed to the Games venue. According to the Pan Am material, the spectator entrance is 300 metres from the parking area, though I suppose that depends on how far back you’re parked. The parking lot entrance is clos- er to the softball diamonds than the baseball diamonds, so it can be a bit a walk, but nothing oner- ous except for parents who find that little ones will likely reach up for a ride from mom or dad. The walk is about five to 10 min- utes depending on how fast you walk. Meanwhile, for those who are unable to walk the distance, Pan Am staff was happy to drive them out in golf carts. Heading out of the lot was made easy by a temporary merging lane so that even in heavy traffic, it’s not tough to get back onto Lak- eridge Road. All in all, driving to the Ajax ball- park is certainly a viable option. shuttle Sabrina Byrnes sbyrnes@durhamregion.com S aturday afternoon I was assigned to photograph the men’s baseball game between Cuba and Colombia at the President’s Choice Pan Am Ballpark. I decided to take the shut- tle bus instead of trying to park at the site. I have to say it was a really convenient method of get- ting there. I arrived at the Ajax GO station around 10 a.m., where on the weekend there was park- ing to be found, and there was a bus already waiting to go. We left around 10:05 a.m. and arrived 15 minutes later. The bus pulled up right in front of the venue. There were plenty of seats on the bus. I even came across a few fans from Colom- bia who were heading to watch the game as well. To head back to the GO station, the shuttle leaves every 20 minutes from the venue. I would definitely recom- mend that method of transporta- tion for those interested in watch- ing baseball or softball during the Pan Am Games. -- Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a signature sponsor of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by Presi- dent’s Choice and OLG. The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser sent reporter Reka Szekely and pho- tographer Sabrina Byrnes to the President’s Choice Pan Am Ballpark -- one using her car, while the other used the shuttle service from the Ajax GO station. Here was their respective reactions to each mode of transpor- tation to the Pan Am Games venue: Driving vs. shuttle Reka Szekely Sabrina Byrnes AJAX -- Peter Orr from Team Canada concentrated on the swing in Pan Am baseball action between Nicaragua and Canada in men’s baseball at the President’s Choice Pan Am Ballpark July 13. Canada won 6-4. Jason Liebregts / Metroland Dramatic Pan Am action thrills fans in Oshawa, Ajax Pan Am Games run smoothly during first days of competition in Durham Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- In Oshawa it was a show of explosive strength as top athletes hefted more than twice their body weight in weightlifting, while Ajax saw baseball and softball players swing for the fences in Pan Am play that thrilled local fans. The Toronto 2015 Pan Am Games officially kicked off in Durham with men’s baseball in Ajax on Satur- day, July 11 with fans also checking out men’s and women’s softball play earlier this week. In Oshawa nine gold medals were handed out in weightlifting competition by the end of Tuesday, July 14. Oshawa’s weightlifting competition drew a respectable crowd of more than 400 fans on Sun- day to the Oshawa Sports Centre, known as the General Motors Centre to locals. They weren’t disappointed with the dramatic competition. As each weightlifter hefted their bar- bells there was a moment of tension as fans wait- ed to see whether the attempt would end in heart- break or hard-earned victory. On Sunday, there was Venezuela’s Genesis Rodri- guez Gomez in the women’s 53-kilogram category trying to power through on a 106-kilogram lift in the clean and jerk but instead collapsing on the hard- wood, only to come back and not only make the lift on her second try, but beat it and lift 109 kilograms in her third attempt, securing a silver medal. There was disappointment for Pan Am record holder Yuderqui Contreras of the Dominican Republic, as she tried to lift 88 kilograms three times in the snatch and failed, disqualifying her from the clean and jerk round. And then triumph and rousing applause as Rus- meris Villar Barboza of Colombia lifted 115 kilo- grams, grabbing the gold medal and setting a Pan Am record. “It was great, it was an exciting finish, she broke a Pan Am record,” said Paul Medeiros of Toronto who attended Sunday’s competition. Mr. Medeiros has a weightlifting apparel compa- ny and he coaches as well and follows the competi- tive weightlifting. “You don’t see international weightlifting in Can- ada often, there’s a lot of great lifting here,” he said. Colombia dominated the top of the podium, win- ning six out of nine gold medals, followed by two golds for Cuba and one for the Dominican Repub- lic. Canadians got a thrill when Montreal’s Francis Luna-Grenier won the bronze medal in the men’s 69-kilogram weight category on Sunday. Jason Beaulieu of Toronto attended the weight- lifting competition with his 16-month-old son, Bo. He said he was impressed with the space at Oshawa Sports Centre. “I know the Generals play here, but this is the first time I’ve seen the space used for Olympic lifting and it’s really good,” he said, adding that he likes to take pictures to post on social media. “We typically can’t get this close.” Both Ajax and Oshawa Pan Am sites ran smooth- ly over the weekend. Although security was visible, it wasn’t onerous and Pan Am volunteers brought a great deal of cheer to the events. While the red and white of Canada was by far the most popular colour sported by fans, every team engaged in the softball and baseball tournaments drew fans to the President’s Choice Pan Am Ajax Ballpark. Many GTA residents came out to support their home countries. 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The driver sustained minor injuries and a dog in the vehicle was unhurt in the crash, at about 8 a.m. July 12 in the area of Westney and Rossland roads, Durham police said. Witnesses said the Honda mini- van, which had been northbound on Westney, crossed the centre line and left the road, then travelled along the sidewalk for a distance before striking the pole. The wooden pole was broken in two sections and the roads were closed for about five hours as repairs were made, police said. Donald Leger, 52, of Gardiner Drive in Ajax, is charged with careless driv- ing. 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 l y 1 5 , 2 0 1 5 14 AP Sports Brad Kelly Sports Editor / bkelly@durhamregion.com / 905-215-0465 TORONTO - Ajax’s Sara Kaljuvee, centre, celebrated with her Canadian women’s rugby 7s team after the players received their gold medals following a 55-7 defeat of the USA in the championship game. At right, Pickering’s John Moonlight, centre, celebrated with his men’s rugby 7s team after a dramatic gold medal victory of 22-19 over Argentina at BMO Field in Toronto. Ryan Pfeiffer / Metroland Rugby teams strike gold Sara Kaljuvee, John Moonlight help lead Canada in rugby 7s at Pan Am Games Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com TORONTO — If a rainbow were to extend from Ajax to Pickering, you just might find Sara Kaljuvee and John Moonlight under each end with a wee bit of gold. Kaljuvee of Ajax, and Moonlight of Pickering, both have gold to show for their efforts at the Pan Am Games, specifically rugby 7s, as Canada made it a clean sweep with both the women’s and men’s teams earning top honours. For Kaljuvee and her teammates, the run to gold was an easy one, as Canada total- ly dominated the field of six teams, going 5-0 in the round robin, then crushing the United States 55-7 in the gold-medal final, despite giving up the first seven points of the game. In six games, Canada outscored the opposition by a staggering 285-19. The men had a much tougher task, as Moonlight, the captain of the men’s squad, and his team won all three of their playoff games in dramatic fashion, culmi- nating with a 22-19 victory over Argentina in the final. The common theme for both was the support from family and friends at BMO Field, renamed Exhibition Stadium for the Games. Just minutes after the game on Sunday, July 12, Kaljuvee climbed a wall separat- ing fans from the field to celebrate with her dad, Gary. “I was hoping my mom could get down but I couldn’t find my mom. Unfortunate- ly, she’s in a wheelchair,” said Kaljuvee minutes after the gold-medal win. “My parents have always been behind me 100 per cent. Getting to see my dad after winning gold brought tears to my eyes.” While Kaljuvee, 22, battles on the field, her mom is in a battle of her own. Can- cer that started in her breast has pro- gressed to her brain and bones. To honour her, Kaljuvee inscribes her mom’s name, Lynne, on a band that she wears proudly on one wrist, and the phrase ‘Ruck Can- cer’ on a similar one on the other wrist. “She’s been fighting for a very long time, 10 years now. I would say right now she’s coping,” said Kaljuvee, adding her mom serves as an “inspiration” to her every day. With this being the first time women’s rugby 7s has been played at the Pan Am Games, Canada made history by becom- ing the first country to win gold in the sport. For the men’s side, they defended the gold medal won in 2011 in Mexico, but unlike the women, had to scratch and claw their way to the title. Their playoff run on Sunday, July 12 included a sudden-death overtime 17-12 victory over Chile, scoring the tying try and convert after time had expired in the quarter-final. Against the United States in the semifinals, Canada again scored after time had expired for a 26-19 win. In the gold-medal game, a try with just 20 sec- onds left completed a come from behind 22-19 win over Argentina. Moonlight, 28, credited the support of the large, and boisterous crowd, with helping pull his team through. “The crowd was absolutely awesome,” he said. “The whole team would like to thank everyone for really backing us. Toronto, I don’t think, has seen a lot of 7s rugby. For people to come out and the noise they put out was awesome.” Typically Canadian in all three games, the team never gave up, its heart as big as its talent level. “It’s just that work rate and never giv- ing up,” said Moonlight of the mentality. “We’ve always said to ourselves there’s no opportunity where we can’t win a game, even with a little time left we can come back.” Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a signature sponsor of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice and OLG. ‘‘Toronto, I don’t think, has seen a lot of 7s rugby. 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Zupancic, Batty top podium at Pan Ams Judo, mountain bike produce gold medals Brian McNair bmcnair@durhamregion.com TORONTO — The Pan Am Games have brought out the very best of Canadian ath- letes early on, including those from Dur- ham Region, who combined to win four gold medals through the first four days of the competition. Brooklin cyclist Emily Batty and Whitby judoka Kelita Zupancic, who both com- peted at the 2012 Olympic Games in Lon- don, handled the pressure of competing at home brilliantly, finishing atop the podi- um in their respective sports. Batty, 27, helped kick the Games off to a quick start, edging out Catharine Pen- drel of Kamloops, B.C., in a dominant race for the Canadians in mountain bike at the Hardwood Mountain Bike Park near Barrie on Sunday, July 12. The two Canadians pulled away from the rest of the field almost immediately and stuck close together, with Pendrel leading through laps one, two and four, and Batty through lap three and the most important final lap. Batty finished in a time of 1:27:13, seven seconds ahead of Pendrel and a whopping 5:23 ahead of the bronze medallist, Erin Huck of the United States. Although Pendrel was the slight favourite going in, Batty drew on heavy support from the crowd, which included many family and friends and countless fans who have watched her compete at Hardwood Hills over the years. “Holy cow, I was super stoked with it being on home turf, but I had no idea it was going to be this amazing of a turnout,” Batty said after the race. “I get chilled just thinking of it. The whole course was lined with I don’t even know how many thou- sands of people here. It was just such an amazing vibe and energy.” Zupancic, 25, also drew on the energy of the crowd at the Mississauga Sports Cen- tre (Hershey Centre) on Monday, July 13, where she won three straight matches in the under-70kg weight class to claim Cana- da’s first judo gold of the Games. On the verge of possible defeat due to an early shido, a penalty in judo, Zupancic instead pinned her Cuban opponent to the mat and won by ippon with 27 seconds left in the gold-medal match. As she held Onix Cortes down and the crowd whipped into a frenzy, Zupancic expressed her joy with a big smile before the bout had officially come to a close. “I always love a home crowd,” said Zupancic. “For me it adds to my momen- tum. I love it. It’s truly amazing to have all my friends, family, teammates, coaching staff who helped me along my journey to the Pan American Games and next year the Olympic Games.” Both Batty and Zupancic interrupted busy schedules to compete at the Games, with Batty off to the national championships this weekend and Zupancic already gone to Russia for a grand slam tournament. And while both have the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio as their primary focus, nei- ther was willing to pass on the opportunity of competing at home. “Today it doesn’t feel like much of a sac- rifice,” Zupancic said after her final win. “Nothing tops the Olympic Games, but the Pan American Games in Toronto, and I’m from Whitby, it doesn’t get much better than that.” Both were particularly proud of being able to perform in front of their families, who don’t often get a chance to see them compete on an international stage. “Wow, I had all my immediate family, all their spouses, distant relatives, relatives I didn’t even know were coming I just spot- ted in the crowd,” Batty said. “We have a large family, so it’s pretty spectacular. I can’t thank everybody enough for coming out.” In other local results, Whitby roller fig- ure skater Kailah Macri finished fourth in Toronto on Sunday, Whitby broth- ers Zachary and Jonah Burt finished fifth and eighth respectively in judo in Missis- sauga Monday, and Whitby sailor Brenda Bowskill sat fifth through three laser raidal races heading into Tuesday, when racing was delayed. Weather permitting, Bowskill will have 12 races prior to Saturday’s medal round. Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a signature sponsor of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Torch Relay, presented by President’s Choice and OLG MISSISSAUGA -- Whitby’s Kelita Zupancic won gold in women’s judo at the Pan Am Games. 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It’s hard to turn your back on it. “It is,” he agreed while at the President’s Choice Ajax Pan Am Ballpark during a recent practice. “For myself, when I was done playing, I didn’t have any real desire to play anymore, but it keeps dragging you back in. “Once you’re in baseball it becomes a big part of your life. It’s fun.” Quantrill has been involved at every level of the game since retiring. He’s helped out local minor organizations, travelled with the national junior and senior programs, and for the past three years, has been a consultant with one of his former clubs, the Toronto Blue Jays. He spends time with all seven of the club’s minor league teams. “It’s jut going out and seeing what we have for talent, evaluating, coaching. I’m on the bench. I like to get to know the young guys. Not just what they do on the field, but their mindset,” said the 46 year old. “The Blue Jays have been wonderful about giving me opportunities, keeping me in the mix, whether it be the draft or look- ing at players.” Quantrill spent 14 years in the big leagues, six of those with the Blue Jays where he was named to the all-star team in 2001. Known for his versatility and dependabil- ity, he began his career as a starter, but was moved to the bullpen where he enjoyed the most success. Over the course of his career he spent time with Boston, Phila- delphia, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego and Florida. “I wasn’t a superstar, but I played a long time,” he said. “That’s the one thing I’m proud of.” It’s his knowledge and experience that he tries to pass on to the younger players coming up in the Blue Jays organization, or in the junior national program. “There’s a reason why some guys are far more talented. You need to help them find their way,” he said, explaining his inten- tions as a coach. “It’s not easy. The base- ball world is a grind for these guys. Even the most talented ones have a hard time finding their way to the big leagues and sticking. “That’s what I try to bring, less about mechanics, but more about focus and stay- ing on a path. Young men, especially the gifted ones, they’ve always been better than their peers. In this game, pretty soon, they’re all as good as you.” Through his experience as a coach, he regards the Canadian national program as the best there is in the world under the leadership of Greg Hamilton. It’s the rea- son he continues to join the staff and why he’s at the Pan Am Games in that capacity. His son, Cal, also a pitcher, seems to be headed in the same direction as his dad. On scholarship at Stanford University, Tommy John surgery to repair damage to his pitching arm has halted his progres- sion for now, but a full recovery is expect- ed. 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Industrial Sewing Machine Operators Needed Pine Valley Packaging Ltd. is a leader in the manufacturing of custom made protective packaging for the automotive industry. We urgently require experienced industrial sewers for both the day and afternoon shifts at our plant in Uxbridge, Ontario. Please e-mail resumes to:jiml@pinevalleypackaging.comOnly selected applicants will be contacted. AZ FLATBED DRIVERS WANTED Whitby yard. Ontario only. Benefits. Must have 1 year verifiable load security experience. Home every night. 55K-65K/YR depending on experience. 905-424-3748 Aitchison Law Office requires a LEGAL ASSISTANT FOR REAL ESTATE. Minimum 5-10 yrs. experience and must be proficient with Teraview/ Conveyancer/PCLaw.Forward resume toruthc@alolawyers.com orby fax to 905-433-1645 Container Recycling Facility in Ajaxrequires experienced Salesperson to manage existing accounts as well asdevelop new sales to chemical, lubricant, detergent, food and pharmaceuticalindustries. Please send resume including salary expectations to:jerrylennox@lennoxdrum.com GENERAL LABOURERSDay Shift $11.25/hrLifting required 20-35 lbs. Must provide own safety boots. Please apply in person: Lennox Drum Limited233 Fuller Road, Ajax DZ Driver with Tri-Axle Dump Truck Experience,Health & dental benefits. Apply in person:Durham Topsoil/Kennedy Excavating1480 Lakeridge Rd. N, 1 km North of Rossland Busy Pool & Spa Service Team requiresExperienced Service Manager &Experienced Service Technician(s) to meet growing business demands in a fast paced environment.Qualified candidates should submit aresume with references in person at: 1645 Dundas St West, WhitbyMonday-Friday 1pm-5pm, Or by email to: instore@starlingpoolsandspa.com Experienced Electrician needed. 309A Licensed. Strong commercial and residential skills required. Competitive wage and benefits. Resumes can be uploaded on our website at www.mooreelectric.ca or faxed to 905-263-4772. Parkland Estates - 50 Adelaide Ave. (905-725-5900) Tower On The Green - 1140 Mary St. N. (905-438-1971) Governor Mansions - 110 Park Rd. N. (905-723-1712) Simcoe Estates - 333 Simcoe St. N. (905-571-3760) Marland Gardens - 321 & 349 Marland Ave. (905-743-9712) Come home to your bright & spacious renovated units. Please visit www.qresidential.ca 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 Exclusive Special 1-Bdrm Basement Apt. Dunbarton, Pickering. Private entrance in private quiet home. Veranda, parking, ideal for single clean gentleman, very quiet area. No smoking or pets. Very large bathroom with jacuzzi & shower. $815/mo inclusive (negotiable). First/last, references. Call 905-839-3000, if you leave message we will call you back. Church St & Hwy. 2 Ajax Newly renovated 2-BDRM basement apt. Full bathroom. New kitchenette. Separate entrance, Shared laundry. 1-parking. No pets/smoking. Avail. Aug. 1st. $1000/month, utilities included. 416-522-1938 PICKERING:1-bedroombasement apt., Open-concept, walkout to deck. Cable, Parking & Laundry available. Nosmoking/pets. Utilities incl., First/last, Suit single working person.Available August 1st. Call 905-619-2462 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 PICKERING 2 bdrm basement apt. Newly renovated. Close to Pickering Town Centre, GO and schools. Parking, laundry. Available immediately. No smoking/pets. $1000/mo inclusive. First/last, references. Call 416-833-0714 or 437-886-2186 2 Bedroom Apt.,Pickering $1000/mo. utilities & cable incl. 1 parking spot. No smoking/Pets. First/Last required. Available Aug 15. 905-837-0159, 289-314-7182 AJAX opposite Wal-Mart(Hwy 2 & Wicks Dr.) Beautiful spacious, legal 2-bedroom walk- out basement, 4-appliances, laundry, parking, near schools, no pets/smoking. $995/mo. inclusive. Available immediately.Private entrance. 905-686-5559, cell 416-895-4388. Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help Career Tr ainingFeatureC Careers General Help Career Tr ainingFeatureC Careers General Help Skilled & Technical Help Apartments & Flats For RentA Drivers DRIVERS needed. $11.00/hr Company vehicle provided. Email: hrcity@outlook.com Skilled & Te chnical Help Apartments & Flats For RentA Drivers DZ DRIVERS needed for warehouse and delivery work. We train on prod- ucts and equipment. Forklift experience an as- set. Apply in person to 1350 Church St. South of Bayly in Pickering. GeneralHelp EDUKIDS CHILD CARE Centres Looking for Full- time & Part-time Early Childhood Educators and Assistants in Pickering/ Ajax/ Whitby. fax 905-831-9347 email careers@edukids.ca Apartments & Flats For RentA GeneralHelp GREAT OPPORTUNITY VERY BUSY, body shop in Port Perry looking for Collision Person-frame & unibody experience a must. Own tools re- quired. Nick Oram Auto- body 905-985-1991. Apartments & Flats For RentA GeneralHelp HERE WE GROW again, DRIVERS needed, Van or SUV, working AC. Full- time M-F, $600 PLUS per week. Call 905-831-7191 Apartments & Flats For RentA GeneralHelp LANDSCAPE CON- STRUCTION Company requires a Landscape Labourer/Stone Mason. Also require Driver with DZ driver's license. Please call for interview 905-427-4143 LARGE CHILD CARE company within Durham requires RECE with 5 year experience. Candi- dates should display knowledge in DNA, CCEYA, Emergent cur- riculum and must a flexible team player. Submit resume to hr@victoriavillage.com and quote "Durham RECE" in subject line. Assistant staff also re- quired and must display knowledge of working in the child care field. Submit resume to hr@victoriavillage.com and quote "Durham Sup- ply" in subject line INDEPENDENT CON- TRACTORS for Classic Kitchens in Whitby. Ex- perienced in drywall, venting and should have general knowledge of plumbing. Main focus in kitchens and bathrooms. Please send resume to: chris@classickitchens.ca or call: 905-433-1173 TELEMARKETERS NEEDED for our Ajax of- fice. Full-time/part-time wage plus bonus. Expe- rience preferred. Email resume to: angela@ chambersfood.com Skilled & Te chnical Help LICENSEDMECHANIC or 3rd to 5th year apprentice, USED CAR SALES PERSON (OMVIC approved, license required) for very busy 10 bay garage. Must have own tools. Apply in person with resume. 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002 Office Help EXPERIENCED OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR in Real Estate industry. In- dividual will be respon- sible for handling office and administrative work. Candidates are knowl- edgeable on Builder sales processes and documents. Send re- sume to hr@goldenfalconhomes.com: Tel: 647-748-4044 Dental D DENTAL RECEPTIONISTDental Receptionist re- quired for busy dental office. Evenings and weekends required. Den- tal knowledge a must. Please email resume to durhamregiondentaloffice@gmail.com Cottages for SaleC RICE LAKE COTTAGE- DRASTICALLY RE- DUCED-$209,900. Tri- plex with unobstructed view of the lake & spec- tacular sunsets from the upper deck. Completely equipped & furnished for personal enjoyment or rental income combi- nation Co-ownership structure on 11 beauti- ful acres in a resort-like setting. Pictures available at www.cottag- es-4-hire.com Further info (905)515-9438 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. 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Sign up this summer and receive one months' rent FREE. Units are professionally managed and include all appliances, parking, onsite amenities and patio/balcony. Great location! 1 bed, 1 + den, & 2 bedroom units available. Contact us today for a private viewing.(905)697-8261admin@wedpropertymanagement.ca 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 LEASE/SALE. OPEN HOUSE. Sat. July 18, 11am-4pm. 1422 Glaspell Cres., Oshawa. 3+study. 3 Parking. All appliances. Freehold new town home. Taunton/Townline. Available now. Call 647-886-4590 FANTASTIC FIND! OSHAWA, THORNTON/ ROSSLAND. 1 furnished room with private entrance, parking. Working gentle- man preferred. No smoking/pets. $135/week. First/last.905-434-7532 WHITE CHEV F2500 PICK-UP TRUCK WITH CAMPER License Plate: 709 2VLRemoved from Church Parking atWestney Rd. & Bayly St.on Thursday June 25th If you have info PLEASE Call the Church (905) 426-5355 REWARD OFFERED Truck has verySENTIMENTAL value 2012 Chevy Camaro 1LS Collision free. Black. 55,000 km, highway driven. Facto- ry upgraded front grille and spoiler. Comes with addi- tional set of 20" Staggered Camaro SS Powder-Coated rims with new 20" Falken tires (not shown, estimated val- ue of $4,500). Also comes with black Chevy floor mats, steering wheel cover, and leather seat covers. All ser- vices under 3-year bumper to bumper warranty were tak- en advantage of, including brake maintenance and recently new front wheel bearings. 5 year power train warranty good until June 2017. Safety' d and E-Tested, asking $22,900 for everything. 905 623 8700, ask for Brad. 2006 Honda Civic Coop Black, 5-speed, Sunroof, Well-maintained. 185,000km, highway $5,000 Neg. Certified & E-Tested 289-388-8270 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auction Centre Newtonville FRIDAY, JULY 17th, 5:00 P.M. Selling the contents from a Whitby home and private Estate released from storage; 5pc. Dinette; Pr. Leather Sivel Recliners; Green Leather Sofa; Tapestry Settee; Oak Entrance Hall Bench; Pr. Marble Pedestals; Parlour Chairs; Occ. Tables; French 3 Drawer Dresser; Desk & Bookcase; King Bed; Cedar Chest; 3 Pc. Bistro Set; Glassware; Chinaware; Limoges Dinnerware for 8; Power Tread Mill; 10x20 Party Tent; 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.comfb - Stapleton Auctions'Celebrating 44 years in the auction industry' CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday July 17 at 4:30pmLocated 3 miles East of Little Britainon Kawartha Lakes Rd 4 Selling the Contents of a Lindsay Home plus others - modern pine flat to wall - pine roll top desk - oak sideboard - marble top washstand - pine bedroom furniture - Samsung 40" LCD tv - oak glass top end tables - oak armoire - 6pc rattan set - library table - oak dresser - futton - king size air bed - Lincoln welder - tablesaw - JD 48" lawn sweeper - garden trailer - Craftsman 20HP riding mower with blade and bagger - 2009 Yamaha Grizzly 550 EFI atv (937KM, power steering) - Beaumark stacking washer and dryer - 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 Apartments & Flats For RentA Condominiumsfor RentC Houses for Rent To wnhousesfor RentT Rooms forRent & WantedR Apartments & Flats For RentA 1 BDRM & 2 BDRM - apt for rent in Oshawa, Start from $600/mo & $700/mo+heat & hydro. Available August 1. First/Last required & ref- erences & credit check, call Stephen 905-259- 5796 2 BEDROOM APTS, Simcoe North at Russett. Well-maintained 12 plex. Includes heat, water, parking & cable. Laun- dry, No dogs. 905-576-2982, 905-621-7474 Apartments & Flats For RentA Condominiumsfor RentC Houses for Rent To wnhousesfor RentT Rooms forRent & WantedR Apartments & Flats For RentA AJAX, Harwood N./Chapman. 2 bdrm bsmt apt, parking, close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. Avail July 15. First/last, references, credit check. 905-428-7266 AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shop- ping, GO. Pool. 2-bed- rooms available August & September 1st, from $1189/mo. plus parking. Call 905-683-5322 or 905-683-8421 Lost & FoundL CarsC Apartments & Flats For RentA BEAUTIFUL BSMT APARTMENT 1 bedroom 1 bathroom Split level bsmt apartment in Pick- ering. Separate Entrance, one parking spot, close to shopping, Pickering GO & 401. Custom Bar and hardwood through- out. Ideal for working single. No pets/smoking. Utilities and basic cable included. Available Au- gust 1. $850 Call 647-408-7002 Pickering Basement Apartment CENTRAL OSHAWA Re- decorated bachelor apt. Fully furnished, no pets allowed, quiet house, new carpet. $785/month. First&Last required. Suit mature adult over 50. Please call (905)579- 4015 OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., Washer, dryer, fireplace. Available Sept 1st, Close to bus, no smoking/Not suitable for children. $1200/mth utilities included. First/last. (905)725-9292 or email: claudettes pools@rogers.com Lost & FoundL CarsC Houses for Rent 3-BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE, Bourbon St. Whitby. Great condition, 1600+utilities. 2 wash- rooms, powder room on main floor. Avail.August 1st. 3-bedroom house, Rossland/Harmony. 2 washrooms, walkout, new appliances, finished basement, parking for 3 cars, $1550/mo +utilities. Avail. August 15th. Call Ray 416-823-4930 or John 416-464-6062. To wnhousesfor RentT OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM Apt, Available August 1st. $1200/month inclu- sive. First/last required. No dogs. Call (905)922-2181 or Naz 905-433-1335. Also 3- bedroom available. Rooms forRent & WantedR WHITBY ROOM FOR RENT Shared kitchen, no smoking/pets, 1 parking space, All inclusive. Available immediately. Call (905)259-8959 Campers,Tr ailers, Sites 38X12FT MALLARD trailer (park model) sleeps 6 in a 37-site trailer park located in the Kawartha's on Gail Park Drive. Seasonal fees $1000 yearly all in. 22x9ft Florida room, alu- minum dock. Asking $89,999 obo. Call 519-830-3233. BargainCentre B To place your ad on Download the FREE APP Articlesfor SaleA CarpetI have several1000 yds. of new Stainmaster and100% Nylon carpet.Will do livingroom and hallfor $389. Includescarpet, pad andinstallation(25 sq. yards)Steve289.274.5759 CarpetDeals.ca DRUM PRACTICE PADS Real feel rubber pads 4 7" and 1 12" pads. Threaded hole in back for stand mount. 1 bass practice pad. $60 for all. 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This Week Newspaper INVITATION TO BIDBids for services listed belowAddress to: The Circulation Manager This Week Newspaper845 Farewell St. Oshawa L1H 7L5Will be received until 12 noonOn Monday July 20th, 2015.Contract commencing, Sept 16th, 2015.Work consisting of inserting, bagging and delivering newspapers and flyers to Customers in rural areaon Wednesday and Thursday.Van required.Information packages available at:This Week Newspaper845 Farewell St.Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5Bid #310-Oshawa rural area- approx. 600Lowest 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! 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Newspaper Advertising Works! 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 l y 1 5 , 2 0 1 5 22 AP EASTHOPE, Edith Winnifred - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edith Easthope on Sunday July 12, 2015. Edith Webb in her 102nd year. Dearly beloved wife of the late Thomas Easthope Sr. Loving mother of Tom and his wife Della, Gail Taylor and her husband Ted and the late Robert James Easthope. Dearly devoted Gram of Keegan and Jessica, Shane and Tara, Debbie, Cheryl, Donna and Rob. Great Gram of Adam, Tawyna, Cory and Ashley, Mia, Eric, Tyler, Ryan, Scott and Seth. Great great gram of Lilly Ann and Brooklyn. Predeceased by her brother Percy Webb. Friends are invited to call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa (905.433.4711) on Friday July 17th from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 pm. Complete Service in the Chapel on Saturday July 18th at 11 am. Followed by a private family interment at Pine Hills Cemetery, Scarborough, ON. Because of her love for animals and being a professional dog breeder and former member of the Scarborough Kennel Club and owner of Chapel Hill Kennels, memorial donations to the Durham Region Humane Society or Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre would be gratefully appreciated. On behalf of our Mom and our family we would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Connelly and the most wonderful nursing staff on Moonlight Bay at Hillsdale Estates for the loving care you have given Edie, "Your Peanut" over the last ten years. For online condolences please visit www.armstrongfuneralhome.net. HAWKER, Helen Louise (nee Cockburn) (April 25, 1928 - July 2, 2015) Passed away peacefully at her residence in Pickering Village on Thursday, July 2 at the age of 87, the beloved wife of the late Clifford James Hawker for 62 wonderful years. She will be sadly missed by her cherished children Jo- Ann Sturgess (Danny), Dianne Watts (Keith), Sandra Kanagasabai and Mary Hamor (David). Grandmother to Christine (John), Tom, James (Angela), Sara, Alexander and Victoria. Great-grandmother to Tala, Fiona, Connor, and Gabriel. Sister to Jack (Donna), Beverly and Kathleen Cockburn. She was predeceased by her parents John Cockburn and Eva Hanson. Helen had a passion for volunteering and always led by example. Through the years, she helped to shape many young minds through her leadership in the Explorers, CGIT, Brownies and Guides, and as a Sunday school teacher at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in the village. She enjoyed many hours volunteering at Ajax Pickering General Hospital and the 4477 Shop and was a past member of the Optimists of Ajax. Helen will be dearly missed and in our hearts forever. Interment will be at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Bendale on Saturday July 18, 2015 at 2pm. For those wishing to pay their respects, a gathering will be held after the interment at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Pickering Village at 3pm. If desired, donations to the CNIB, the Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice are welcome. Arrangements entrusted to MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 905-428-8488. Online condolences may be placed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca STRAUB, Hans - Passed away peacefully on Monday July 13, 2015. Husband of Elsa (deceased). Survived by daughter Bruni Matheson, son in law Rod, and loving granddaughters Lindsay and Melissa. Family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 905-428-8488) on Saturday July 18, 2015 from 10-11 a.m. Memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel. Reception to follow. Condolences may be signed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca In Loving Memoryof a Great Husband & Dad Ken Masterton June 15, 1955 - July 15, 2014 "Looking back on the memory of,The dance we shared beneath thestars above,And for a moment,All the world was right,How could I have known you'dever say good bye..." 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