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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2016_09_071822 Whites Rd. Pickering, ON (4 Lights North of 401) (905) 839-7234 T he Herbal Pa t h w a y Bring In This Ad To Save 10% On All Vitamins. Join us for our Yoga and Meditation Classes. Call for details. We AreYour Local Nutrition Centre & Holistic Health Retailer! START BUILDING YOUR IMMUNITY AS YOU HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL? www.facebook.com/ajax.fionnmaccools36KINGSTONROADEAST,AJAX•905-619-9048 ENJOY DINING ONTHE PATIO. WITH A $20FOOD PURCHASE**Some restrictions apply. Ask your server. SAVE $10 If it weren’t for Clark Weddell’s wife urging him to get annual checkups and prostate screening tests, his story may have ended differently. “Unfortunately, if prostate cancer is undetected it tends to metastasize into things like bone cancer,” says the Whitby resident. Following an annual health exam on his 70th birthday, Weddell’s levels tested high in a prostate specific antigen test. After further testing, Weddell found him- self a prostate cancer patient at Durham Regional Cancer Centre in Oshawa. “They made me aware of the support group,” says Weddell, now the chairman of the Prostate Cancer Canada Network - Durham Region, a group for patients, sur- vivors and caregivers. At the meeting, he spoke to a survi- vor, and was able to decide the treatment route he would take -- the many options to choose from had become overwhelming. DURHAM MAN A SURVIVOR One in eight Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetimes. Durham resident Clark Weddell was one of them. DURHAM -- Clark Weddell is a prostate cancer survivor and currently lives with his wife in Whitby. He is the chairman of the Prostate Cancer Network - Durham Region, a group for patients, survivors and caregivers. Jason Liebregts / Metroland PICKERINGNews Adver tiser durhamregion.com WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 See PROSTATE page 2 Did you know? 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Please greet your newspaper carrier with a smile and an optional payment for their service. uReport Reader-submitted news uReport enables our readers to submit photographs and videos from local events, written reports on things happening around durham Region, letters to the edi- tor and event listings. share your event photos, write- ups and letters to the editor with our readers. Go to www.durham- region.com/ureport to register and upload your information. Prostate Cancer Awareness Month declared in Pickering, Oshawa “The range of treatments has increased,” says Weddell. He says every known effective treat- ment for prostate cancer is available in the GTA -- most of which can be found in Durham. He chose external beam radiation ther- apy. “I had 39 radiation treatments basical- ly between St. Patrick’s Day and Victoria Day in 2010,” he says. Six-and-a-half years later, Weddell is able to say the treatments were effective. “I have been getting good results ever since,” he says. “I have an annual PSA test to ensure everything’s staying under control.” Mayor Dave Ryan has proclaimed Sep- tember as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in Pickering in support of the one in eight Canadian men who will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime and their families. Mayor John Henry has made the same declaration for Oshawa. “It’s a very important men’s health issue and we’re doing what we can to be aware and understand the importance of being tested,” says Mayor Ryan. Statistically comparable with breast cancer, this most common cancer in men is more than 90 per cent treatable when detected early. “We’ve gotten really good at treating this disease now if we find it early,” says Stuart Edmonds, Prostate Cancer Can- ada’s vice-president of research, health promotion and survivorship. In 2015, an estimated 24,000 Canadian men were diagnosed, and this number is expected to double by 2030 due to an aging population. Municipalities such as Pickering declaring September Prostate Can- cer Awareness Month is “tremendously valuable,” Edmonds says. “We see there continues to be a lack of awareness about prostate cancer and the impact of prostate cancer.” He says the disease is often a “silent killer.” “Many men will be diagnosed with this disease and because of the implications of having this disease, they won’t tell their family members they’ve been diag- nosed,” he says. And not all men will get tested in the first place. “We always want to empower men to think about their health,” says Edmonds. Weddell is an example of a man who most likely wouldn’t have gotten the test without some urging from a loved one. “I’m living proof of that and not unique,” he says. The PSA test cannot diagnose pros- tate cancer, but can tell doctors if there’s a problem with the prostate, which will lead to further testing. “We believe men should start getting checked in their 40s,” says Edmonds. But if a man has an elevated risk, such as a family history of cancer, or being of African or Caribbean descent, he should talk about the issue with his doctor before turning 40. On top of his early diagnosis, Weddell credits the group meetings, and support from his family, for making him a survi- vor. “Having a positive attitude is part of the approach to surviving any situation and this would be one of them,” he says. The Durham group meets nine times a year in Oshawa. Visit www.pccndurham. ca for more information. For more information: visit www.pccndurham.ca From page 1 Jason Liebregts / Metroland DURHAM -- Clark Weddell is a prostate cancer survivor. After being diagnosed in 2010 he had 39 radiation treatments. since that time he’s been getting clean bills of health. the key, he says, is testing. the earlier cancer is detected, the easier it is to be treated. Marie G. Michaels & Associates BARRISTERS, SOLICITORS & NOTARIES PUBLIC WE STAND UP FOR YOU WHEN IT SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE TO STAND UP FOR YOURSELF! Family Law • Real Estate • Incorporation Criminal Law • Wills & Estates www.mgmichaelslaw.com 381 Westney Road South, Ajax Tel: 905-426-1476 Fax: 905-426-1091 52 King Street West, Bowmanville Tel: 905-623-2586 Fax: 905-426-1091 Unifor names GM Canada as bargaining target with Detroit three automakers No deal without product for Oshawa, say union officials BY REKA SZEKELY rszekely@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- Unifor has named General Motors Canada as the target in the bargaining talks with the Detroit three automakers and union officials say there won’t be a deal unless the future of the Oshawa GM plant is secured. 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If a deal isn’t reached by Sept. 19 at midnight, GM workers in Oshawa could legally walk off the job after voting 97 per cent in favour of a strike. “I don’t think there’s going to be a strike, I think General Motors is going to work with us to find a solution,” said Dias. “Is there a possibility? Yes.” In his comments, Dias point- ed out that during the last round of bargaining in 2007, the union picked Ford as the target as it felt that company’s Canadian foot- print was the most vulnerable. The company ultimately added 2,200 jobs. He said “playing nice” with GM has not worked out for Unifor members, pointing out that after the last round of talks was com- plete, GM announced it would be moving production of the Camaro to Michigan. Before that, the clo- sure of Oshawa’s GM truck plant was announced shortly after bar- gaining concluded seven years ago. “Being nice, ratifying, cross- ing our fingers and hoping hasn’t worked well for us,” said Dias. “Therefore we are going to try another strategy, so what we are saying emphatical- ly is there has to be real solu- tions or there won’t be a deal.” That means the announcement of product and volumes for St. Catharines and Oshawa. The GM CAMI plant in Ingersoll is not part of the master agreement. 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We reserve the right to edit for length, libel and community standards. Email: newsroom@durhamregion.com Member of the Canadian Circulations Audit Board, Ontario Community Newspaper Association, Canadian Community Newspaper Association, Local Media Association and the National News Council. Content is protected by copyright. Publication Sales Agreement #40052657 column Global Hollywood’s Suicide Squad: Made in Canada, for Warner Bros Hollywood, that region in Los Ange- les, California, is headquarters to Warner Bros, Walt Disney, Sony Pictures, Para- mount, 20th Century Fox and Universal -- the world’s six largest film studios. Though based in the United States, these studios travel the world when making their movies, often shooting in Canada. A recently released Hollywood flick that was partially made in Canada is Warner Bros’s Suicide Squad. This D/C comic book- inspired film is about a secretive US securi- ty state agency that puts together a team of super-criminals. This shadowy agency gets the team to carry out “black ops” alongside US Navy Seals against an evil witch-god- dess called the Enchantress in exchange for reduced prison sentences. Suicide Squad gives its viewers lots of explosions, crashes, fights and unfunny one liners. Panned by most reviewers, Suicide Squad is nonetheless a global box office suc- cess. With a budget of $175 million, Sui- cide Squad took $637 million from viewers all over the world in August 2016. This put a profit of $462 million into Warner Bros’s pocket. And Warner Bros is set to take in much more via future screenings, licensing deals with TV networks, Netflix, and mer- chandising synergies. Suicide Squad is clearly making Warner Bros a lot of money -- and Canada helped to make it. Much of Suicide Squad was shot on-loca- tion, downtown Toronto. When watching spectacular sequences -- like the one in which the Batmobile chases the Joker and Harley Quinn or the climactic final battle between the Squad and the Enchantress -- viewers may glean Toronto locations like Dundas Square and the Bay Street Subway Station. But probably not because these and other Canadian sites were made over into “Mid-Way City,” a fictional American city loosely based on Illinois. The performances of the Joker and Dead- shot by American celebrities Jared Leto and Will Smith is generating a lot of buzz. Behind the scenes, though, about 4,000 Canadian workers played less glamorous but still important roles in the film’s divi- sion of labour. Employed by Toronto-based firms like Pinewood Studios, Speed Fasten- ing Systems, Demtra Sheet Metal and Tom- maso’s Trattoria, they built sets, lit stages, created special effects, coordinated elec- tricity, and fed the cast and crew. Suicide Squad is a big budget Hollywood production subsidized by the Canadian government’s cultural policy agencies. In the film’s credit roll, Warner Bros thanks Toronto, Ontario, Quebec, British Colum- bia, and the Canadian federal government for big tax credits that made its labour costs smaller. The Motion Picture Association-Canada (MPAC), the lobby for Hollywood’s big six, says Warner Bros’ production of Suicide Squad contributed $80 million to Ontario’s economy. Even so, that’s a pittance com- pared to the super profits filling the coffers of Warner Bros, the film’s copyright owner. Warner Bros made Suicide Squad with Canadian places, people and public funds, and made a huge return on investment. Suicide Squad’s value to the development of a strong and sovereign Canadian film industry is uncertain, and its contribution to Canadian culture and global knowledge about it is miniscule. -- Tanner Mirrlees is an assistant professor in the communication and digital media studies program, faculty of social science and humanities, at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. He is the author of Global Entertainment Media (Routledge) and is currently teaching a Fall 2016 semester course called “Entertainment Goes Global.” Tanner mirrlees Guest columnist Thirty-six years ago a young man very few of us had ever heard of at the time dipped his leg into the Atlantic Ocean. He then stood up and started his Mara- thon of Hope to raise money and aware- ness to fight cancer. He ran up to 42 kilo- metres a day for 143 days. Terry Fox began his Marathon of Hope largely alone. But soon he was joined by tens then thousands of people. He’d captured the attention of a nation and given hope to us all that one day cancer would be beaten. Sadly, Terry’s own cancer stopped him outside of Thunder Bay, Ontario after it spread to his lungs. He refused offers for others to finish his Marathon of Hope because he fully intended to complete it himself. Terry’s treatments were unsuccessful though and he died on June 28, 1981, just a month shy of his 23rd birthday. When Terry started his Marathon of Hope he was a lone runner with a goal. Through his perseverance and deter- mination he captured our hearts and inspired our nation to believe cancer could be beaten and in many ways part of his belief has come true. Cancer has not been eradicated but through research and the develop- ment of better diagnostic technologies and medical treatment advancements made possible only through the mon- ies raised through Terry Fox Runs, the disease is not the death sentence it once was. Today people survive cancer who would not have done so before. Today, cancer detection is far more precise, treatments are far more successful and survival rates are substantially higher. These successes are all the result of one man, Terry Fox. Terry asked each Canadian to donate $1 to his Marathon of Hope. While he may have fallen short of completing his marathon he surpassed his fundraising goal raising more than $24 million for cancer research. It’s hard to believe his Marathon of Hope ended 36 years ago. In its place communities across Canada host runs in Terry’s honour including many here in Durham Region. This year Terry Fox Runs take place on Sept. 18. Since Terry’s death in 1981 Terry Fox Runs have raised more than $650 mil- lion. Each year millions of people who were not even born when Terry started his marathon run because they share his belief that cancer can be beaten. 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Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) legislation was passed in 2005 and positive steps have been made but there is still a long way to go. Premier Wynne made public the final report of the Mayo Moran, AODA Independent Review, published in 2015. It showed that Ontario is not on sched- ule for reaching full accessibility by 2025 as promised in the Act. In fact, the report showed that after 10 years, the AODA had not made a significant difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Many organizations and businesses are not in compliance with the Act and public money continues to be used to create and perpetuate disability barriers. Further, David Onley, for- mer Ontario Lieutenant Governor, has stated that people with disabilities and Aboriginal peoples are the only two groups in Canada that have not yet had their full human rights met. 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The ruling included new deadlines for bringing cases to trial from the time charg- es are laid: 18 months for matters heard in provincial court, and 30 months for superior courts. Cases taking longer to reach trial are now to be presumptively assumed to have breached the Charter rights of the accused, the court ruled; it will be up to prosecu- tors to convince judges to proceed with cases in spite of the delays. The Court cited a “culture of com- placency” in the system that allows cases to linger without timely res- olution. Unreason- able delays can undermine the public’s faith in the justice system, the Court said. People facing charges have a Constitu- tional right to have their matters heard and resolved within a reasonable time, Mr. McRae said. Delays create prejudice against those accused of crimes, and that prejudice is much more profound for people who remain in custody pending trial, he said. Mr. McRae practises law in a number of jurisdictions in and around the GTA. He said the problem of systemic delay is evident in varying degrees -- but that in Durham Region the problem is less acute than in other juris- dictions. That’s because the various players in the system, including prosecutors and defence counsel, as well as judges, co-operate on case management, streaming cases in the appro- priate direction, trying to resolve less serious matters quickly and focusing resources on getting major cases to trial, he said. Of course, the volume of cases that can be accommodated by the system here -- as in every other jurisdiction -- is dictated by resources, Mr. McRae said. Courts can’t func- tion if there aren’t enough judges, prosecu- tors, clerks and court reporters to make them work. “The biggest problem for getting timely tri- als in Durham Region is limited resources,” Mr. McRae said. “The Crown is stretched to the limit -- you’ve got a limited number of people who can conduct these serious trials. “There’s no doubt there’s complacency in the system,” Mr. McRae said. “But I think the bigger issue here is frustration about resourc- es, and that’s on the government.” The government of Ontario, which appoints provincial court judges, is taking steps to improve efficiencies in the system, said Brendan Crawley, a spokesman with the Ministry of the Attorney General. Among measures adopted by the AG is “faster, smarter information sharing” among partners in the criminal justice system, he said. 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So why do some scientists want us to stop aging? The reason is they believe aging is the sin- gle biggest risk factor for diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer›s and Type 2 diabetes -- conditions that were less of a concern before public health improve- ments such as clean water, vaccines and medication helped us live longer. If scientists can find a way to slow the aging process, they believe they can delay the onset or progression of a number of those illnesses. Scientists have already used a drug called rapamycin, as well as manipulated a gene, to extend the life of mice by 10 per cent to 30 per cent. The mice not only lived longer than their typical three years, but they were also in better health, which is really the goal of modern aging research, says Judith Campisi, a cell and molecular biologist at California’s Buck Institute for Research on Aging. Now researchers in the U.S. and Canada want to hold the first anti-aging clinical trial to see if they can replicate the same effect in humans using a diabetes drug called metformin. While there is no guarantee that metfor- min will be successful, the research is part of the quest for the Holy Grail in the fight against aging. The proposed metformin trial doesn’t require approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to proceed, but researchers are asking the agency to comment on how it should be conducted because the FDA decides how a drug is labelled and sold. If the trial goes ahead next year, and if it’s successful, the agency has agreed to label metformin as a treatment for a number of age-related illnesses. It is already sanc- tioned to treat Type 2 diabetes, after being approved for that purpose in Canada in 1972 and in the U.S. in 1994. But the label won’t mention anti-aging. “Neither (the FDA) nor us want to say aging is a disease,” says Nir Barzilai, direc- tor of the Institute for Aging Research at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. Barzilai, who is the trial’s lead investigator, says instead, “I think of the biology of aging as the risk factor for all of those diseases, and that’s what we want to target.” The trial could clear up years of uncer- tainty about the efficacy of metformin as a potential miracle drug. A decade ago, a study concluded that dia- betics taking the drug who then got cancer had a lower than expected risk of death. In the years since, there have been doz- ens more studies, but roughly half have failed to reproduce the same findings, says Michael Pollak, an oncologist and professor at McGill University. In the lab, though, metformin has consis- tently been shown to slow the rate at which cancer cells divide, says Pollak, who tested the drug in his lab eight years ago. He is the only Canadian involved in the proposed trial. More recent studies show the drug may suppress chronic tissue inflammation, which is present in almost all of the age- related diseases and which researchers believe could be a common pathway to disease, according to Campisi. If scientists can find a way to interrupt the pathway, they may be able to stall the disease, Campisi says. “There’s reason to believe the field is correct in looking for this Holy Grail.” (Scientists in Scotland started a trial this year to see if metformin can prevent Type 1 diabetes.) If the U.S. trial is successful, met- formin or another drug like it could change the way patients are treated, for instance by decreasing inflammation in an elderly person before and after a hip replacement. It could also create roles for doctors who specialize in treating several diseases of aging, Campisi says, and replace the “silo approach” to treatment. “Now people working on aging are think- ing we need a brand of physician who is going to look at the much larger picture,” Campisi says. She is featured in The Lon- gevity Book, published this spring and co- authored by actor Cameron Diaz and writ- er Sandra Bark, which deals with the latest aging research. A trial could also create strict param- eters for future research on anti-aging drugs, which often attract charlatans. “I have to say outright that a very important take-home message for your readers is that there’s a huge amount of quackery,” Pollak says. – Toronto Star Metroland file photo DURHAM -- Scientists want to slow the aging process to delay the start of or progres- sion of diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s. 780 Kingston Rd. (Crabby Joe’s Plaza – East of White’s Rd.) 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We came back from our anniver- sary dinner and I opened the garage to find it standing there, all new and shiny, with red bows and a 1200cc engine. It looked just like the one on my dresser,” said Mitch, smiling at the memory of his Harley Sportster. Carrie agreed that she had been planning the surprise for some time. She even had a biker friend con- vince Mitch to write his M1 test which would allow him 90 days to ride a motor- cycle before he got a permanent license. “Mitch is the kind of person who would have never gone and bought it himself and I really wanted him to have it. “I knew from his toy model what he wanted so just before our anniversary, I walked into a showroom and they had an anniversary edition that looked exactly the same,” explained Carrie. That special gift was given 10 years ago, and Mitch and Carrie just celebrated 30 years of marriage. In the past decade, the Harley Sport- ster rekindled their love and friendship in a way that’s both envious and endear- ing. Mitch has ridden his motorcycle 35,000 km but he felt like something was always missing. Or someone, in his case. “Carrie didn’t care to sit on the bike with me because the backseat isn’t big enough. It’s not meant for two people and the seat is hardly comfortable.” The Dawsons were faced with two options: Mitch could sell his bike and buy a big- ger one, or Carrie could learn to ride a motorcycle. “I bought her a small Honda 250 that she rode for two years,” said Mitch. Last Christmas, the couple welcomed a new member to the family – a smaller Harley Sportster with an 883cc engine, just so Carrie could enjoy the sport with Mitch. “I really began to enjoy riding the motorcycle. Now we’re both on our bikes every weekend and do a breakfast run on Sundays, either with friends or by our- selves. For our 30th anniversary, we rode 1400 km from Barrie to Prince Edward County and then to Lake Placid in New York,” said Carrie, a mother of two. From a couple who had never owned a two-wheeler to a pair of bikers raring to go, Mitch and Carrie are proving that life begins at 50 and beyond. Sometimes, as philosopher Thoreau pointed out, none are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm. Supplied photo DURHAM -- Mitch and Carrie Dawson on their his-and-her Harley Davidson motor- cycles. The couple came to riding late and it has become an activity they can enjoy together. 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 • Se p t e m b e r 7 , 2 0 1 6 15 AP Trial n o w for F R E E †ACT NOW! Call today to book your FREE hearing test. * w rial noT or f EERF † Prof. Stefan Launer,CSO of Swiss manufacturer Phonak, presents the new Virto V hearing aids. Does theVirtoVReplaceTraditionalHearingAids? Improveyourspeech comprehension atwork– without attracting attention. *Complimentary hearingevaluationsonlyapplicable forclients over50 yearsofageandno feesorpurchaseare necessary †Nofeesandnopurchasenecessary.Certain typesofhearinglossmayrequirea hearingaidmodelthat isnotappropriate fortrial.‡Certain conditionsapply to the Price Match Guarantee.Seeclinic fordetails.®CAA,CAAlogoand CAARewards trademarks owned by,anduseisauthorized by,the Canadian Automobile Association.RegisteredundertheCollegeof SpeechandHearingHealthProfessionalsofBC.VAC,WCB,WSIB,ADPaccepted. Whetheratwork,duringconversations in small groups or when watching television,one in six adults experience problems when it comes to accurate speech comprehension and hearing in everyday situations. Although back- ground noise and music can impair communicationwithfriendsand family, twothirdsofthoseaffectedstilldo not use any hearing aids. Therearemanyreasonsforthisbutmost people are not convinced that hearing aids will significantly benefit them or theyfeel uneaseaboutattractingatten­ tion by wearing a visible hearing aid. This is why the Swiss manufacturer Phonak has developed a world first: Virto V. These hearing aids are manu­ factured using a modern 3D printing process that provides a custom­fit miniature hearing aid that disappears into the ear canal, making it almost invisible toothers.Despiteitssmall size, the latest and most advanced Phonak hearing technology is still contained in the casing. Virtualfunctionof theear “Thanks to a new operating system, these new hearing aids can provide a virtual alternative for natural hearing, as experienced by people with normal hearing.Through intelligent control, thesoftwarecan improvespeech under­ standing,eveninloudsituationsandby utilizingthe3Dprintingprocess,these hearing aids fit the natural anatomy of the ear as closely as possible making them truly a custom­fit solution. Forsomeclients,thesmallerdesignof theVirtoVhearingaids mightpossibly replace the more traditional behind­ the­ear hearing aids,and like many of our other products,these hearing aids can easily connect wirelessly with TVs and smartphones,” explains Prof. Stefan Launer, CSO of the Swiss manufacturer Phonak. See how the virtually invisible Virto V fits into your daily routine. Ifyouare interested infindingoutmore about these new hearing aids, the first step is to a book hearing evaluation and determine if the new Virto V technologyistherightsolutionforyou. Forthosewhoarehardofhearing,this can be particularly useful for finding out whether it is possible to hear and understand more clearly with discreet in­the­canal hearing solutions. Try these state­of­the­art hearing aids for yourself at Connect Hearing. Call us at 1.888.408.7377 or email info@connecthearing.ca tobookyour complimentary evaluation today. 1.888.408.7377 connecthearing.ca/custom-fit ‡‡ Cobourg nurse offers up some tips for pain management among seniors It has been noted in health care that some elderly individuals are enduring pain related to many ailments. Pain is now a vital sign along with blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature. Thus it is crucial to acknowledge that when an individual expresses pain, we need not take it lightly. Some seniors may feel timid in express- ing pain due to cultural, gender or gen- erational differences (such as men who don’t feel its appropriate to discuss pain or women who, as caregivers, may feel it is not acceptable to seek help for themselves). However it is imperative that we report our pain or we can exacerbate pain symptoms and any mental health issues associated as a result. Pain untreated or unrelieved can lead to other issues in our lives such as depres- sion, stress and inability to engage in daily activities of life to name a few. Studies have also drawn major correlations between depression and suicide among the elderly. It is a serious matter for our communities to provide adequate information to those suffering from pain and related depres- sion. Seek medical assistance such as visiting a physician for medicinal therapy or get referred to a pain clinic. Pain clinics are great for those experiencing difficulty in finding a pain regimen. Non-medical tips may include: • Seeing a physiotherapist for exercise tips and/or an occupational therapist to learn about devices to help you manage your pain better for daily life routines i.e. canes, adaptive utensils (weighted spoons, forks), grab poles to name a few. • Changing old shoes, bed pillows or mat- tresses may also benefit. • Heating or cooling pads, be sure to obtain prior approval by a health profes- sional. • Once your physician has approved, you may try herbal remedies which decrease inflammation such as turmeric or eat- ing other nutritious meals which aid in strengthening the body. • Yoga and meditation can help in calm- ing the mind and relaxing individuals. Often times, we are experiencing pain and our mental health is affected. Calm- ing the mind can assist in that matter as it helps shut inner thoughts or the negative thinking that interrupt our daily routines. Engaging in positive thinking may also aid in decreasing some pain-related stress or stress related to pain. Being in touch with nature is also effective in decreasing depressive symptoms related to pain. • Seeking mental health professional counseling can also help alleviate stress. Stress can often lead to worsening of pain symptoms. Pain can be also be quite psy- chological. Spending time with loved ones can also aid in some relief. Be sure to talk to someone and seek assistance to prevent pain from becoming worse. Listening to your bodies can serve you tremendously. -- Alicia Bose is a registered nurse and yoga teacher specializing in senior care in Cobourg. Guest Columnist Alicia Bose Programs for Pickering’s 55-plus crowd PICKERING -- The City of Pickering is offering programs for adults 55 and older that to keep them busy. Dance classes feature clog, Latin line, Bollywood and line dancing. The City offers a sewing class for beginners as well as an advanced class. Several writing workshops help get one’s inner creative side out on paper or on the Internet. The City is introducing a lineup of new fall programs starting in September that include Beginners Euchre, Computers for Beginners, Thanksgiving Chocolate Workshop, and the new drop-in programs and events featuring golf (putting) and a speakers bureau. The City is also offering a fun, dynamic new program called Keep your Body and Mind Sharp. Get the Fall Leisure Guide at Pickering’s community centres, libraries, City Hall, or online at www.pickering.ca. Visit www. pickering.ca/registration to register or for more information. 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 • Se p t e m b e r 7 , 2 0 1 6 16 AP Don’t forget to ask about Manufacturer special PROMOTIONS*. Available at all our clinics. It’s All About Hearing...Call Today! Proudly Serving the community since 1987 www.advanced-hearing.ca *The manufacturers reserve the right to terminate all special promotions without notice. We now have 4 convenient locations to serve you better! OSHAWA 580 King St.W., Unit 1A 905-723-2273 AJAX 75 Bayly St.W., Unit 5 905-426-4000 WHITBY 1032 Brock St. S., Unit 4 905-666-7726 PICKERING 1885 Glenanna Rd., Suite 104 905-831-8311 HOW DOES IMPROVING YOUR HEARING SOUND? Come in and find out more about CLINICALLY PROVEN and INDUSTRY TESTED hearing technology which will... Dramatically reduce LISTENING EFFORT! Allow you to hear live and recorded music with exceptional clarity! Have you OUTPERFORMING NORMAL HEARING in challenging environments with BACKGROUND NOISE Special information for hearing aid wearers ›› As a family owned and operated hearing clinic, proudly serving the Durham Region for nearly 30 years, we know that it's all about meeting your individual hearing needs. Come in to any one of our clinics and experience the difference. ✓ ✓ ✓ For the entire month of SEPTEMBER come in to any one of our clinics for a FREE HEARINGDEVICE DEMO! No obligation. Hearing is Believing. IF YOU WEAR HEARINGDEVICES DO NOT THROW AWAY THIS FLYER! Bring this flyer to any one of our clinics and receive a free on-the-spot clean and check for your hearing aids NO MATTER THE MAKE, THE MODEL OR WHERE THEY WERE PURCHASED. SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR HEARING AID WEARERS Top reasons why hearing devices may lose volume or stop working altogether: 1.BATTERY IS DEAD OR NEEDS CHARGING Solution:Replace or charge the battery. If that doesn’t work or if you are out of batteries – See us, we can check your batteries or provide you with a package of batteries – FREE! 2.WAX BUILD-UP Solution:See us, as the speaker and/or microphone might be plugged with wax, we can remove the blockage and it only takes a matter of minutes. 3.HEARING DEVICE IS DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING Solution:See us and we can inspect the hearing device for you and provide you with reasonable solutions. Email Your Questions To:info@advanced-hearing.ca For seniors Thursday, september 8 OSCC The Beat Goes On 1:30 p.m. 4 p.m. OsCC Legends Branch, 1661 harmony rd N, Oshawa. Celebrate the Legends Centre’s 10th anni- versary with an afternoon of toe-tapping, hip- hopping ukulele strumming rhythms that is sure to entertain and delight all ages.. Free WedNesday, september 14 One Step Ahead fall foliage walking pro- gram 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Cullen Central Park, 300 Taunton rd. W., Whitby. explore a variety of durham walking trails with the alzheimer society of durham region, while getting the brain-boosting effects of walking in greenery. some weeks are run jointly with a local outing. all trails relatively easy and accessible, with handy parking (additional fees may apply for park- ing and activities). Go prepared to walk out- doors, even in light rain. dress in layers, wear suitable footwear, sun protection (hat, sunglasses and lotion) and take a water bot- tle and light snack. Wednesday mornings.. Free www.alzheimer.ca/durham MindS in Motion 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Whitby abilities Centre, 55 Gordon st., Whitby. a community-based social program that incorporates physical activity and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage signs of alzheimer’s disease or other demen- tias and their care partners. This activity and brain stimulation program runs for eight con- secutive weeks and includes 45-60 minutes of physical exercise and 45-60 minutes of mentally stimulating activities. Wednesday afternoons, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. from sept. 14 to Nov. 2. Pre-registration required. No mem- bership to centre is required.. $40/couple http://www.alzheimer.ca/en/durham/We-can- help/Minds-In-Motion FrIday, september 16 BOAA social dance with The Clarington Beech nuts 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech ave., Clarington. enjoy an afternoon of waltz, round and line dancing with a live band. refreshments will be served. No partner necessary.. $3.50 members / $5.50 non-members suNday, september 18 BOAA open mic 1 p.m. 4 p.m. Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech ave., Clarington. sing, dance or just enjoy the entertainment.. Free saTurday, sePTeMBer 24 BOAA euchre extravaganza 3 p.m. 8 p.m. Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech ave., Clarington. Includes 12 games of progressive euchre, buffet dinner,door prizes and draws. $10 members / $12 non-members 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 • Se p t e m b e r 7 , 2 0 1 6 17 AP Call: 1-866-496-4031 Visit: www.triOSdurham.com Oshawa Campus: 200 John St. W. (Midtown Mall) 0416 • Paralegal • Police Foundations Careers in Law Bursaries up to $3,000 available to new students! Enroll now for September or October DELIVERY ROUTES AVAILABLE:AJAX/PICKERING AE453 Billingsgate Cres, Thorncroft Cres 35 papers AL814 Greenhalf Dr, Howling Cres 26 papers AQ401 Wicks Dr 43 papers AQ402 Field Cres 35 papers AQ403 Wicks Dr, Allard Ave, Noble Dr, chambers Dr 49 papers AQ405 Miles Dr 18 papers AQ407 Knowles St, Galea Dr, Clarepark Crt 33 papers AV311 Cantwell Cres 49 papers AV334 Whitbread Cres 35 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. ADULT CARRIERS WANTED For Ajax & Pickering Supplement your income. Great for retirees. Wednesday & Thursday Door to Door delivery only. Some assembly. Reliable vehicle required. CALL NOW 905-683-5117 PHARMACY Technician required F/T between Oshawa and Scarborough specialty pharmacies. Email resume: apply2930@gmail.com Office Space for Rent.111 Simcoe St N, Oshawa 1,100 sq. ft. $10/sq. ft.+TMI 1,700 sq. ft. $6/sq. ft.+TMI 300 sq. ft. $600-inclusive 700 sq. ft. $750-inclusive Wheelchair accessible, elevator.Call 905-924-6075 for viewing. PRIME OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT Approx 200 sq ft at the Oshawa Shopping Center Executive Tower. Call 905 571 3011 ext 244 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 Basement Apartment $850/month all inclusive.Laundry. Separate entrance.Available Oct. 1.No smoking/pets. Please call 905-728-2817 OSHAWA 946 Masson Street 2 BEDROOM APT. Available for October 1st & November 1st. $1100 and $1200 monthly all inclusive. First/last required, no pets. Please call 905-242-4478 EAST OSHAWA 1 bedroom basement apt. Very clean. Separate entrance, available immediately. $700/mo inclusive. Includes parking. No laundry facilities. No smoking/pets. Call 905-999-9830 or 905-436-3986 Oshawa Ronlea/Thornton 1-bedroom open-concept apartment 3pc bath, full kitchen, private entrance, parking available. Suit mature working person. Available immediately. References required. No smoking/pets. 905-728-0670, 905-259-1807 Bowmanville, Devonshire Apartments - 1 & 2 Bedrooms Historic Bowmanville at Liberty Street South and Baseline. Large and sunny 1-bdrm & 2-bdrm suites available. Clean building with warm community. Great location close to 401, shopping, schools & churches. From $1250+hydro Call DiDi for a tour 905-623-8737 1-bedroom bachelor $850 Whitby - Garden/Dundas Separate entrance, near all amenities, laundry, store & buses 1 minute walk, includes basic cable, utilities. No pets/smoking. Sept 1st. 416-399-5004 AJAX 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE Close to parks, schools, amenities. $850 plus Call 905-683 -6203 OSHAWA GRANDVIEW / BLOOR Rooms for rent. Share accommodations. Suitable for single female. $450/month. No smoking/pets. Available now. First, last, references required. Call 905-728-6145 VENDORS WANTED DURHAM CRAFT & GIFT SHOW Durham College 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa October 21, 22 & 23, 2016 Your one-stop shopping for ultimate gift giving this Holiday Season For Booth Information Call Susan 905.215.0444 or Email: sfleming@durhamregion.com 'SPECIAL' $4,900+HST 2007 Chevrolet Impala LS Dark blue, auto, a/c, power windows, power seats, new car condition. Lots of extras incl. UNITED AUTO SALES349 King St. West, Oshawa 905-433-3768 Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help Hospital/Medical/Dental Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help Hospital/Medical/Dental Career Tr ainingFeatureC Drivers AZ & DZ DRIVERSrequired with minimum 3 years experience on tri-axle dump trucks. Clean abstract required. Benefits available. Please fax resume & abstract: 905-665-3200 or call 416-989-4003 GeneralHelp BISTRO CHANTERELLE hiring Kithen Helper and Line Cook. Please email resume to:chanterelle@rogers.com FAST GROWING MAID SERVICE IS NOW HIRING! Join our enthusiastic cleaning team! Days Only, No Weekends! Good pay, great working environ- ment. No Students. Call Patricia 905-723-6242 FULL-TIME WAREHOUSE POSITIONavailable. Position includes managing inventory, picking orders and heavy lifting (50lbs) for Eyewear Company in Ajax.Resumes to Paul at careers@alternativeeyes.com TAXI DRIVERS NEEDEDimmediately for Whitby & Ajax. Computer GPS dispatched. Will train, no experience necessary. Apply to 109 Dundas St. W., Whitby or (905)668-4444 Career Tr ainingFeatureC General Help Junior Residential Property Manager -required for one of the largest property management companies located in Durham Region. Knowledge of RTA and residential reporting, building codes, OFC, municipal by-laws, and related job experience and Yardi systems would be an asset. There is room for growth, with a portfolio of 330 units to start. We thank you for your interest but only selected candidates for interviewing will be contacted. Accommodations will be made for people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment process. Apply by sending resume to careers@vrpl.ca or fax to (905) 579-9472. LOCAL LABEL MANUFACTURER is looking for general warehouse help for their night shift. $14/hr with benefits after 3 months. Please e-mail resumes to george@ proscanmedia.ca TECHNICIAN required for aBusy Automotive Repair Shop based in Oshawa Prefer licensed Mechanic but will consider 3rd YearApprentice. General Repair to all Makes and Models. Wage to be determined based on experience. Please Fax resume to - 905-723-4099 Salon & SpaHelp HAIRSTYLIST FULL or PART TIME with experience and license JOSEPH'S HAIRSTYLING, Oshawa Centre. Apply in person or call Joe (905)723-9251 Office / Business Space For Rent / WantedO Apartments & Flats For RentA Office / Business Space For Rent / WantedO Apartments & Flats For RentA Apartments & Flats For RentA Houses for Rent Rooms forRent & WantedR VendorsWantedV Skilled &Te chnical Help PAINTERS with experience needed for exterior and interior subdivision work. Tools, car & S.I.N. required. Call 905-814-8629 Mon-Fri 7am-5pm. Apartments & Flats For RentA Houses for Rent Rooms forRent & WantedR VendorsWantedV CarsC Skilled & Te chnical Help Audio Electronics Technician (bench work) required for busy Pickering manufacturer.Must have experience in Audio and Keyboard electronics. Must have a college diploma in electronics. Please send resume to tech@yorkville.com. BusinessOpportunitiesB WANT TO LIVE IN THE KAWARTHAS?Well established property maintenance business for sale in the Fenelon Falls area. Please call 705-304-1613 Mortgages,LoansM 2.10% 5 yr. Variable No appraisal needed. Beat that! Refinance now and Save $$$ before rates rise. Below bank RatesCall for Details Peter 877-777-7308 Mortgage Leaders #10238 $ MONEY $ CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com Apartments & Flats For RentA 2 BEDROOM APTS, No- vember 1st, Simcoe North at Russett. Bright, Clean, big windows. Well-maintained 12 plex. Includes heat, water, parking & cable. Laun- dry, No dogs. 905-576-2982, 905-621-7474 CarsC Apartments & Flats For RentA SUMMER SPECIAL Condo rentals 2 & 3 bedrooms Starting at $1050 senior disc. Parking and utilities included 905-728-4993 Houses for Rent HOUSE FOR RENT House, 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom Charming 2 storey (no basement), 3 bedroom home (approx. 1,000 sq. ft.) in mature Central Ajax neighbour- hood. Close to all amenities (401, shop- ping, park, rec centre, hospital). Separate front & rear entrance, private 2-car driveway, private laundry, private fenced back yard with deck and storage shed. Rent in- cludes heat, water & hy- dro. Prefer non-smoker & no dogs. Suitable for young family or couple. Available November 1st. First & last required. $1,400.00 Per Month Call 647-219-0618 Articles for SaleA CarpetI have several1000 yds. of new Stainmaster and100% Nylon carpet.Will do livingroom and hallfor $389. Includescarpet, pad andinstallation(25 sq. yards)Steve 289.274.5759 CarpetDeals.ca Classifieds LocalWork.ca Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm • Oshawa 905-576-9335 • Ajax 905-683-0707 • Fax 905-579-4218 • classifieds@durhamregion.com TO ADVERTISE CALL AJAX 905- 683-0707 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 • Se p t e m b e r 7 , 2 0 1 6 18 AP AUCTION OF ANTIQUES, FURNITURE & COLLECTIBLES SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10th, 2016 @ 10:00 A.M. UXBRIDGE SALES ARENA 720 DAVIS DRIVE, UXBRIDGE Estates from: Stouffville, Whitby, Aurora, Richmond Hill ADDITIONS: Louis Marx Tin Train Set, Loom, Vtg Children's Linens, Formal Gowns, Full Size Mannequin. Ant Army Cot, Cast Iron Fire Pot w/Stand, Wood Washtub w/Stand, Rattan Sofa/Loveseat/Chair/Footstool, Qty Of Die Cast Collector Cars, Qty of Collector Plates, Ant Cast Iron "GoodCheep" Kitchen Woodstove, Cast Alum Outdoor Patio Sets, Heavily Carved Office Desk, 4 Drawer Oak Dresser, Cast Alum Wine Rack, Cast Alum Privacy Screen, Child's Wagon, Complete Set of 8 Johsons Bros. England Diner Set, Brie Cheesebox, Table Top Diner Juke Box, Folk Art 2 Door Cabinet, Qty of Antique Collector Books & Price Guide Collection, Oriental Bird Cage w/Stand, Repro Doll Pram, Many More Interesting Items to Come! ANTIQUES/FURNITURE: Pine Roll Top Desk, Parlour Table, Iron Bed, Solicitors Bookcase, Teak Dresser, Pine Sleigh Bed w/Night Stands, Smokers Stand, Gramaphone, 2 Pine Wall Units, Ant Scales, 2 Arm Chairs, Leather Recliner, China Cabinet, Ped Table w/4 Chairs, Hall Bench, Leather Inlay End Table, Tedle Sewing Machine, Blanket Box, Cedar Chest, Tilt Top Table, Old Sleigh, 3 Pc Leather Sofa Set, Electric Fireplace, Oak Church Pew, Wall Unit, Dbl Ped Desk, Bird of Paradise Mirror, Maple Table w/6 Chairs & Hutch, 4 Oak Bar Stools, Lift Top Hall Bench, White Leather Couch, Bakers Rack, Ant Washstand, Lrg Oak Wall Unit, Heavy Carved Cabinbet w/Ball & Claw, Tiffany Lamp, French Prov Sdbrd, 3 Pc Teak Wall Unit, 2 Slag Lamps, King Heavy Carved Bed, 3 Pc Teak Bdrm Set, Oak Sd Bd, Mahogany Bed, Walnut Ant Dresser, Walnut Curio, French Prov Sofa Set, Carved Blanket Box, 2 Vict Settee, Walnut Secretary, Repro Stage Coach Tea Wagon, Mini Blanket Boxes, Washstand, Chimney Cabinet, Barber Pole & More To Arrive. COLLECTIBLES: Brass Bells, Carpenters Box, Milk Cans, Homemade Cross Bow, Qty of Records, Advertising Therm, Old Maps, Variety of Tins, Lanterns, ANT Eagle St Sign, Snowshoes, Wagon Train Lunch Box, Porcelain Christmas Village, 1906 Globe & Mail, Dye Cast Car Bateman, Marshall Prints, Disney Prints, AJ Casson, Group of 7 and More to Unpack. ART/BOOKS: Trish Romance, AJ Cason GLASS/CHINA: Blue Mtn Pottery, Royal Albert, Satsuma Vases, Crystal Dark Stemware, Delf Blue Jug/Bowl, Pinwheel Crystal, More Coming! MISC: Qty of Craft Supplies, Cookbooks, Sub Zero Freezer, Apt Sz Freezer, Kitchen Aide Mixer, Linens, 42 Inch Flat Screen TV, Braley Smoker, Brass Candleabras, Repro Native Cigar Store Indian, Qty of Repro Home Décor Items. SUBJECT TO ADDITIONS & DELETIONS Terms: Cash, Debit, Approved Cheque, Visa & Mastercard. 10% Buyers Premium. GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 - 416-518-6401 garyhillauctions.ca garyhauctions@sympatico.ca OUR ANNUAL FALL FARM MACHINERY SALE OF TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, CLASSIC CARS & VEHICLES, TOOLS & TOYS FOR BOYS AUCTION SAT. SEPTEMBER 24th, 2016 @ 10:00 AM UXBRIDGE SALES ARENA 720 DAVIS DRIVE, UXBRIDGE CONSIGNMENTS WELCOME Consign Early to Take Advantage of our Full Services Subject to Additions & Deletions Terms: Cash, Debit, App Cheque, Visa & M/C. 3% Charge for Visa M/C * 3 Auction Rings * GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 1-800-654-4647 416-518-6401 garyhillauctions.ca garyhauctions@sympatico.ca Big Doug's Texas BBQ Food Provider CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday September 9 at 4:30pm Located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd 4Selling the Contents of a Lindsay home plus others: round oak pedestal table - oak sideboard - grain scales - walking wheel - modern dining room set - corner china cabinet - 2 marble top night tables - pub style table and chairs - pine cannon ball bed - Catara golf clubs (RH) - Contour paddle boat - engine hoist - 8' alum brake - 2 Miller Dialarc welders - King 24" drum sander (220v Mod: KC 24DS) - General wood bandsaw (Mod: 90-150M1) - Craftex 2HP dust collector (Mod: CT030) - 6x6 hydraulic dump box - Woods upright freezer - Kenmore Elite front load washing machine - Tempo 621T treadmill - Qty of china, glass, household and collectable itemsGREG CORNEIL AUCTIONEER 1241 Salem Rd Little Britain 705-786-2183 for more info or pictures go to www.corneilauctions.com(terms cash, debit, cheque 10% buyers premium visa, mastercard 13% buyers premium)Open for viewing Thursday from 8:30am to 5pmand 7pm to 9pm and Friday at 9am KELLETT AUCTIONS Selling contents of a long-time collector Doug Spencer from Northbrook ON., & othersKellett Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Rd.(1/2 mile south of Blackstock) TUES., SEPT 13, 2016 @ 5:30 pmNO BUYERS PREMIUM - Set of 4 pressback chairs, Cane rocking chair, Spinning wheel, Old child's sleigh, Old snow shoes, Old metal floor grate, Old hand pump, Lightning rod, Raleigh mountain bike, Several fishing rods, 3 tackle boxes with lures and some wooden lures etc. 705-328-2185 or 905-986-4447AUCTIONEER: Bruce Kellett www.kellettauctions.com MacGregor Auctions AUCTION SALE Sunday, Sept.11th 9:00am (viewing 8 am) Located in Orono. Take 401 to 115 Hwy (10km), Exit at Main St, Orono. Follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features: Articles from Past to Present. Including A Major Avon Collection, Furniture, Collectibles, Household Effects, Tools, Hardware. Something for One and All. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C & Interac (10% buyers premium) see: www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com MacGREGOR AUCTIONS Mike MacGregor, Auctioneer 905-718-6602 l 905-263-2100 l 1-800-363-6799 macgregorauctions@hotmail.com YOUNG, Robert Henry - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert on Friday, September 2nd, 2016 in his 90th year. Loving and devoted husband of the late Ella. Loving father of Laurie (Chris) and Robert (Colette). Cherished grandfather of Kristin, Kaitlin, Robert and Lexi. Dear brother of the late Gordon. Bob loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and working in his beautiful garden. He was an extremely talented artist, painting since a young age and long serving elder in the Presbyterian Church. Friends will be received at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME (905-428-9090) 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax on Thursday, September 8th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm with funeral service on Friday, September 9th at St. Timothy's Presbyterian Church, 97 Burcher Rd, Ajax at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate a donation to The Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice. 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 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 TOOLS FOR CERAMIC TILE CONTRACTOR for sale. 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South Oshawa (905)240-1211 Now hiring!!! Cars WantedC Articlesfor SaleA Auctions TO ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL 905-683-0707Ajax Death NoticesPlease read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. Family & friends are encouraged to share their condolences, thoughts and prayers online BUILD YOURDREAMTEAM 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 • Se p t e m b e r 7 , 2 0 1 6 19 AP KAISER, Paul Huxley It is with the greatest sorrow, we announce the death of Paul Kaiser on Thursday, September 1, 2016, surrounded in his final moments by his loving family, at the age of 89. He is survived by Bernice, his beloved wife of 67 years. Loving father of Paula (Claire), Jane (David), Frances, Joel (Megan), Mark and Chad (Barbara). Cherished grandfather of Sarah, Emily, Aaron, Jesse, Addison, Bailey, and Anderson, and great-grandfather of William, Rory, Peyton, Brooklyn, Austin, Nadia and Marlowe. Predeceased by his brothers Sam, Louis, and Peter. He will be fondly remembered by many loving nieces and nephews. The family received friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428-8488 on Tuesday September 6th from 2:00 - 4:00pm and 7:00 - 9:00pm. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. John The Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 903 Giffard St, Whitby on Wednesday, September 7th at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to "Operation Smile" http://www.operationsmile.ca/ would be appreciated. Online condolences may be placed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca McCOY, John Lewis, October 28, 1954 - August 30, 2016, Age 61 - After a lengthy illness, at Ross Memorial Hospital Lindsay. Loving father of Leah McCoy. John was predeceased by his parents John Lewis Sr. (2008) and Georgette (1996). He was the much loved brother of Gerry, Kenneth, Rick (Donna), Diane Runcieman (Trevor), Marie Maunder (Greg), Julie Alexander (Lee) and Donna Collins. He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews, extended family and friends, especially Theresa Tranquada. John's family would like to send special thanks to Wayne, Debbie and staff of Victoria Manor in Sunderland for the care and support they provided him during his stay. Visitation will be held at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street, Bowmanville on Saturday September 10, 2016 from 12 - 1 pm. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel at 1 pm. Private interment will be held at Pine Grove Cemetery, Port Perry at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to Lakeridge Health Foundation ~ Durham Region Cancer Centre. www.northcuttelliott.com Death Notices View Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: durhamregion.com Public Meeting Notice Lakeshore East Rail Corridor Expansion (Guildwood to Pickering) Transit Project Assessment Process Metrolinx, an agency of the Province of Ontario, is working to transform the way the region moves by building a fast, convenient and integrated transit network across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). Over the next 10 years, Metrolinx will be working with communities to transform the existing GO rail system and deliver a whole new rapid transit experience that will bring 15-minute, two-way electrified service to the Lakeshore East Rail Corridor. The Project Metrolinx is completing a Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP) under Ontario Regulation 231/08 made under the Environmental Assessment Act,to evaluate expanding and improving the Lakeshore East GO rail corridor east of Guildwood GO Station in the City of Toronto and up to Pickering GO Station in the Region of Durham. An additional third track is required to relieve a bottleneck that will help to ensure service reliability and enable GO service expansion. The project involves: •Addition of a third railway track between Guildwood GO Station and Pickering GO Station; •Grade Separations at: Morningside Avenue, Scarborough Golf Club Road and Galloway Road; •Review of other road/rail crossings; •Bridge widenings/replacements at Highland Creek and Rouge River rail crossings. Over the past year, public engagement has assisted in improving the design with continued input from the community. As part of the TPAP, an Environmental Project Report (EPR) is being prepared to assess the potential environmental effects of this transit project. Material is available at metrolinx.com/guildwoodpickering. Come and Learn More As part of the TPAP initiated on July 7, 2016, this round of public meetings will include a presentation of the results of the environmental studies, an update on the electrification of the rail corridor, and it will also provide the opportunity to ask more questions in advance of the start of the formal 30-day public consultation period on November 5, 2016. Your participation is an important part of this process. You are invited to attend one of the Public Meetings listed below. The study team will be on hand to answer questions and receive your comments. Date: September 21, 2016 Time:6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Presentation:7:00 p.m. Location: Scarborough Village Recreation Centre 3600 Kingston Road Toronto, ON Date: September 22, 2016 Time:7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Presentation:7:30 p.m. Location: Petticoat Creek Community Centre (Paris & Franklin Rooms) 470 Kingston Road West Pickering, ON Date: September 28, 2016 Time:6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Presentation:7:00 p.m. Location: The Royal Canadian Legion Highland Creek (ONT 258) Branch 45 Lawson Road Toronto, ON * All locations are accessible. Stay Connected All comments and feedback received will be documented and will help inform the Transit Project Assessment Process and the Environmental Project Report that will be submitted to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change. Stay up to date on the project by connecting with Metrolinx by: •Visiting metrolinx.com/guildwoodpickering •Contacting us at guildwoodpickering@metrolinx.com and signing up for the e-mail distribution list •Attending one of the scheduled drop-in sessions below if you are unable to attend one of the public meetings above: October 1, 2016 Pickering Recreation Complex 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering, ON October 4, 2016 East Scarborough Boys & Girls Club 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 100 Galloway Road, Toronto, ON October 6, 2016 Port Union Community Centre 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 5450 Lawrence Ave East, Toronto, ON Comments Invited For more information, or to be added to the e-mail distribution list, please contact: Lakeshore East Rail Corridor Expansion (Guildwood to Pickering) c/o Georgina Collymore Senior Advisor – Environmental Assessment Communications & Community Relations tel: 416-202-4921 e-mail: guildwoodpickering@metrolinx.com The deadline for comments to be included in the print version of the Environmental Project Report is October 14, 2016. 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