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A DDSB report notes the board has 13,000 students with special education needs, and that 15 per cent of Durham’s population lives in “priority neighbour- hoods” where people struggle with low incomes, low education and physical health issues. An introduction to the Equity and Diver- sity Strategic Framework talks about the many different realities that DDSB stu- dents experience — from living in a group home, to having same-sex parents, to hav- ing recently arrived in Canada as a refugee. “Some of our students have many choic- es ahead of them, others face limited and challenging options. Some have dreams of greatness; others plan for survival,” it says. The Equity and Diversity Strategic Framework lays out a series of steps that will be taken during the 2017/2018 school year. Examples include: a review and relaunch of the board’s religious accommodations resource; programs to help more students be successful in Grade 9 and 10 academ- ic math, English and science; establishing “diversity teams” at each school; embed- ding “Muslim perspectives and realities” into curricular and co-curricular activities; and extending a program on transphobic violence into secondary schools. DDSB superintendent Camille Tay- lor says this is the next step in a conversa- tion that has been happening in Ontario since the 1990s. “We codified it, we put it into a package — it tells people what we believe, and what our actions will be,” she says. Plans for this school year also include implementing an “equitable recruitment framework” for hiring and promotions, and conducting a DDSB staff census this fall to gather demographic data. As for collecting race data on students, the school board is still “waiting for direc- tion from the province” on how to do it, Tay- lor said. 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Publication Sales Agreement #40052657 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 6 AP column ouR VIEW lEttER to thE EdItoR I think I have found my perfect paddling companion. I’m sorry to say, as much as I love her, it is not Kathryn. It’s Dooley … one of our dogs. I adore Kathryn and cherish my time in the canoe with her … but she’s not Dooley. She doesn’t run down to the shoreline and stand, wagging her tail in eager anticipa- tion the moment I even pick up a paddle. She doesn’t curl up on the bottom of the boat and keep my bare feet warm on cool morning pad- dles. And she doesn’t lean over the side of the boat and drink from the lake when she gets thirsty. I would get a huge kick out of seeing that. Sorry, Kath. But beyond all of those things, Dooley is a dog that simply gets it. He seems to understand immediately and totally the serene perfection of paddling in silence on a glass still lake. And please understand this is a dog who, on land, cannot sit still. He needs to be constant- ly fetching or running or guarding. If he had thumbs, I’m sure he’d have painted the place and stained the deck by now. When it comes to dropping a ball in your lap until you throw it for him, Dooley is more relentless than a tax auditor. It’s kind of a sickness with him. But the moment he steps into that canoe or onto the paddleboard, you can actually see his pulse slowing. He lies down almost immedi- ately and his eyes get a little glassy. The gentle, soundless movement and rhythm seem to lull him into a state of doggy Zen. He never speaks or makes a peep, only occasionally looking up at me as if to say “This is cool, huh?” or “Did you smell that?” or “We’re not going back yet, are we?” As I say, he gets it. This is why we paddle. Both Kathryn and I have tried, unsuccess- fully, to train Owen, our Great Dane/lab, as a paddle partner. Owie is the polar opposite of Dooley. The picture of indolence on land, he is a Great Dane in a china shop on the water. This may have something to do with the fact that Owen, owing to some historical slight, I guess, is the sworn enemy of all waterfowl. He has been known to chase loons and ducks halfway across the lake before returning to the shore, dripping and muttering dark promises of revenge. He therefore treats any boat or paddleboard trip as a safari. Like a four-legged Ahab, he paces back and forth, rocking the craft to near capsize as he scans the horizon for his prey. Needless to say, it’s not anything close to relax- ing. Still, what Dooley understands about being on the water with a paddle, Owen intuits about being on the couch with a book. Either way, I’m a very lucky guy. — Neil Crone, actor, comic, writer, saves some of his best lines for this column neil crone Enter Laughing how to submit a letter to the editor: EmaiL newsroom@durhamregion.com FaX 905-579-2238 Better late than never. North American Free Trade Agreement negotiations (NAFTA) have been ongoing since the summer but Whitby council passed a motion Sept. 18 to join other municipalities across the province in calling on the federal government to make the protection and growth of Canada’s auto- motive sector a priority. U.S. President Donald Trump has blasted auto manufacturers in the past for moving plants out of America. Canadian Prime Min- ister Justin Trudeau has been more reserved in his reactions but you can bet he doesn’t like to see plants closing here while others open in Mexico. His government’s agenda includes helping Canada’s middle class and the loss of auto manufacturing jobs has hurt communities, especially those in Durham Region where GM used to be king. Where once Oshawa’s plants employed upwards of 23,000 employees there are now just more than 3,000 employees working here. Whitby Coun. Steve Yamada said statistics regarding the impact of NAFTA, as it currently exists, are staggering. Nine out of the 11 new auto manufacturing facilities announced in the past five years have located in Mexico. “The imbalance that NAFTA has created has really impacted our communities,” he said. This, we’re sure, is not lost on Chrystia Freehand or any of the negotiators sitting in Ottawa this week trying to improve the trade agreement. Their task is immense. Consider why every auto manufacturer eyes Mexico as an ideal location to open new plants. They can pay workers a fraction of what they would have to pay workers in the U.S. or Canada. The cost savings make the decision a no-brainer. These are all business- es trying to make money and they can make more money by locating there, not here. Also consider one Canadian dollar is worth 14.54 Mexican pesos. The currency exchange alone makes it more attractive to locate plants in Mexico. Trump has threatened tariffs being placed on vehicles being brought into the U.S. from Mexico and other countries but that runs contrary to what NAFTA is all about. The trade agreement is meant to increase trade, tariffs thwart it. Durham has benefited greatly in the past from a robust manufacturing economy. Today, while it isn’t as large as it once was, auto manufacturing employs a lot of local people. We’d like to see it grow in the future, not continue to shrink. It won’t be easy but negotiators must push to make NAFTA, as it applies to auto manufacturing, fairer for the U.S. and Cana- da. The intent of the trade agreement was to help all three countries but Mexico has been the clear winner, the U.S. and Canada the losers. Auto manufacturing imbalance must be addressed in NAFTA negotiations My perfect canoe paddling pal — Dooley Fine for careless driving causing death not a fair method of punishment To the editor: The government intends to intro- duce legislation that would levy a fine of $50,000 on any individual convict- ed of careless driving, causing death. Does this now establish the value of a life? That fine would be financially dev- astating to average wage earners and their dependents, something that they may never, ever recover from. If, on the other hand, the criminal was a high wage earner, the same fine may be little more than a petty cash item. We have two individuals com- mitting identical crimes and paying identical fines but producing vastly different consequences. Is that how justice is supposed to work? Payment of cash for anything will always favour the wealthy. A differ- ent, fairer method of punishment must be found.Peter Daley Whitby 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 7 AP The goal of Tory Day Fund is to improve the comfort of cancer patients Help us celebrate Tory and raise money for this important cause at The Tory Day Fund Night of Nonsense –Saturday,October 14! Tickets available at www.toryday.org •Provide a “buddy”for new patients •Increase the number of comfortable beds for chemotherapy treatment •Provide high-quality wigs for chemotherapy patients •And much more! Introducing The Tory Day Fund, Honouring Durham’s Own Tory Butler An Amazing Mother,Sister and Friend To All, Taken From Us Far Too Soon. Learn more and donate today at www.toryday.org BEAUTIFUL BIG &BRIGHT BRAND NEW STORENOWOPENINPICKERING!1755 PICKERING PKWY.Tel 905-427-0485 NewOntario Region1Fabriclandnowopen toserveyou!Forsale information,gotowww.fabricland.ca &chooseOntarioRegion 1. East of Brock,North of 401;on the South side of the Pickering Brock Centre complex,facing the 401;near to Corning Revere &Dollar Tree. Store Hours:Mon-Fri 9:30-9; Saturday 9:30-6;Sunday Noon-5pm And they’re off! The sudden drop in temperatures after the glo- rious summer weather we’ve been having is sure to open the floodgates, and everyone in Durham Region should be looking to the skies right now. Raptors breeding throughout Canada’s northern woods get the mes- sage that winter is coming, and will be moving south in ever greater numbers, on every north wind. While most songbirds migrate by night to avoid predators, hawks, eagles and falcons fly boldly by day. Riding on warm, billowing thermals rising off the land, they soar up and over the Oak Ridges Moraine and, coming within sight of Lake Ontario, turn west and fol- low the shoreline. Tiny feisty monarch butterflies on their way to the moun- tains of Mexico may flutter fearlessly on out across the water, but not big, bulky raptors. Which means any landlubber glancing upward might see some mag- nificent birds streaming by, a silent pro- cession, a river of life. Some raptors have already gone and are well on their way to South Amer- ica by now. Keen-eyed birders man- ning hawk watch points along the Great Lakes have been chalking up num- bers throughout September, of kestrels, osprey, sharp-shinned hawks, northern harriers, bald eagles and turkey vultures, and even a merlin and peregrine or two. But the long-predicted shift in weather patterns this week will likely send more and more on their way, including red- shouldered hawks of wet woods and red- tailed hawks of open fields and road- sides. Migration timing is an individu- al thing for most raptors, with a wide window of choice for each species. But broad-winged hawks, buteos of the deep leafy woods of lake country, almost all take off at once, joining up in ever great- er flocks that can literally dot the skies on the right days. Most years they leave Ontario the third week of September, but with the unseasonal sunshine and heat keeping food items of their carnivorous diets active and plentiful — insects, rep- tiles, rodents and birds — they haven’t had much reason to leave. Until this chill descended, setting up what could turn out to be the most dramatic aerial sight of the year this weekend — great ket- tles and clouds of broadwings streaming across Durham’s airways and onward. That’s the great thing about birds — how they all fly free, at whim, wherev- er they want. Their eyesight is 10 times sharper than ours and their navigational skills are phenomenal. Hopefully, help- ing them find wild corners left for them to rest and roost in as they make their way across our beautiful planet. Nature queries: mcarney@interlinks. net or 905-725-2116. Margaret Carney is a nature-appreciation columnist for Metroland Durham newspapers. She likes to write all about her different bird sightings, most times spotted right from her own backyard. Raptors getting readyto head south for the winter The Great Outdoors Margaret Carney Keith Gilligan KGilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The region could be get- ting up to $14.3 million for repairs and retrofits to social housing apartment buildings. The money would be paid out over five years and the actual amount will be “contingent on carbon market proceeds,” Tracy MacCharles, the MPP for Picker- ing-Scarborough East, said at an announcement on Friday, Sept. 15 at the region- al headquarters in Whitby. John Connol- ly, the director of the housing services division of Durham Region’s social services department, said a study done two years ago found the region’s social housing stock need- ed up to $230 million in capital invest- ments. The funding is “a really good down payment” to start repairs and retrofit, Connolly noted. “We’re getting one of the bigger chunks, which is good to see,” he said. Pickering Councillor David Pickles, the head of the former health and social services committee, said the region has 6,000 rental units in 91 sites. Most are in fair to good condition, but he noted: “Our stock is aging. Much of it was built in the 1960s and 1970s." “We’re updating homes where peo- ple call home. We can’t do it alone and today’s announcement is certainly a step in the right directions,” Pickles added. The investment is part of the govern- ment’s Ontario’s Climate Change Action Plan, which is funded by proceeds from the province’s carbon market. Money will be spent on such things as new energy-efficient heating, improved insulation, and window replacements. MacCharles said: “Many of these buildings are old. That’s why they are being targeted for repairs and retrofits.” Durham MPP Granville Anderson said the spending is “long overdue and well-deserved. It will help reduce green- house gas emissions.” Decent housing is more than just shelter, Anderson said. “It’s a secure environment to raise a family. This is a great announcement for our community. It’s not nearly enough, but it’s a start.” Durham Region getting millions to repair, retrofit social housing Tracy MacCharles 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 8 AP NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT Detail Design for the Replacement of the Brock Street Bridge at Highway 401 and Improvements to Highway 401 from west of Harwood Avenue to east of Stevenson RoadDurhamRegion/W.O.#09-20009 THE PROJECT The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO)has retained AECOM Canada Limited (AECOM)to complete the Detail Design Study for the replacement of the Brock Street bridge at Highway 401 and improvements to Highway 401,from west of HarwoodAvenuetoeastofStevensonRoad. The Study includes: •Replacement of the Brock Street bridge; •Reconfiguration of the Brock Street interchange including adjustments to the Eastbound on and off ramps,and theWestboundon-ramp,west of Brock Street; •Widening of Highway 401 to include auxiliary lanes,one in each direction, between Highway 412 and Brock Street; •Extension of full illumination along Highway 401 to east of Brock Street; •Extension of MTO’s Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS)from Highway 412 to Brock Street; •Pavement rehabilitation of Brock Street, Brock Street interchange,and Highway 401 from west of Harwood Avenue to Salem Road and from Brock Street to west ofStevensonRoad; •Replacement of the existing noise wall on the north side of Highway 401,from Brock Street to west of Henry Street; •Rehabilitation of the Tributary to Lynde Creek culvert;and •Adjustments to the local multi-use pathsystemandlocalroadnetworkincluding a new cul-de-sac on King Street and reconstruction of Miller Street between Byron Street and Centre Street. Preliminary design of the Study was previously documented in the “Highway 401 Class Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Design Study from Salem Road,Ajax to Brock Street,Whitby Transportation Environmental Study Report”(June 2013)and the “Highway 401 Rehabilitation and Long-Term Widening Needs from Brock Road to Courtice Road Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Design Study Transportation Environmental Study Report”(November 2015). The location of the Brock Street Underpass and limits of the Study Area are shown on the above map. Construction will take approximately three years and is anticipated to begin in 2018. THE PROCESS The Study is following the approved planning process for Group ‘B’projects under the Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities (2000)with opportunities for the public and interested parties to discuss the study with the study team throughout. Upon completion of this Study,a Design and Construction Report (DCR)will be placed on the public record to document the study process,the design,staging and traffic management measures for the recommended improvements and the consultation undertaken throughout the study.The release of the DCR for review will be the subject of a future public notice. COMMENTS The Study Team are interested in hearing any comments regarding the project.If you wish to obtain additional information, comment on the study,or have your name added to the Study mailing list,please contact: Mr.Jon Newman,P.Eng.Senior Project Manager AECOM 300 Water StreetWhitby,ON L1N 9J2 tel:905-668-4021,ext.2228e-mail:jon.newman@aecom.com Mr.Amit Sharma,P.Eng.Senior Project Engineer MTO Planning and Design –Toronto/Durham 4th Floor,159 Sir William Hearst AvenueToronto,ON M3M 0B7 tel:416-235-5349e-mail:amit.sharma@ontario.ca If you have any accessibility requirements in order to participate in this project,please contact one of the Study Team members listed above.Comments are being collected to provide and obtain information,and to identify concerns in accordance with theOntarioEnvironmentalAssessmentAct.This material will be maintained on file for use during the Study and may be included in Study documentation.Information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.With the exception of personal information,all comments will become part of the public record. 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The 20-year-old was waiting in the Rossland and Audley roads area of Ajax at about 8:45 a.m., trying to buy a cellphone from a seller he found on the LetGo app. The seller arrived on foot and robbed the vic- tim of his wallet, which contained money, Durham Regional Police report. The assail- ant is described as a black man, about six-foot- one, with full beard and mous- tache. His hair is described as a short afro or dreads. He was wearing a black or blue T-shirt and a grey Roots sweatshirt. Anyone with more information can contact Det. Const. Maciver of West Division at 1-888- 579-1520, ext. 2564. Anonymous information can be sent to Dur- ham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers. ca. 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In July at an accident on Hwy. 401, a car swerved around an OPP cruiser at the scene and then drove into the back of a Clarington Fire tanker. “There’s no excuse for someone going around an OPP cruiser and slamming into one of our fire trucks,” said Chief Weir. No firefighters were hurt and the driv- er was charged with careless driving. The repairs — which cost between $6,000 to $8,000 — took the fire truck out of com- mission for more than a week this sum- mer. Then it was functional enough for use and went back into service as the department waited for the parts to arrive. The tanker went back to the shop in the last week of September for the final repairs. “When a fire truck gets hit, I don’t have a spare and you don’t just take a fire truck into the body shop,” said Chief Weir. When emergency responders are attending an accident at the side of a high-speed road a Ministry of Transpor- tation dump truck is usually deployed to park at the back of the scene as a block- er to oncoming traffic. In the east-end or northern parts of Durham those MTO vehicles can take a long time to arrive, and emergency responders on the scene often have to use a fire vehicle as a block- er, explained Scugog Fire Chief Mark Ber- ney. Chief Berney said the need for blue lights on fire trucks became obvious to him last winter. He was following a fire truck to a scene in snowy weather and noticed when the truck got 25 yards ahead he completely lost sight of it. Chief Ber- ney used a provision of the occupational health and safety act to bring blue lights to two Scugog fire pumpers and a rescue truck. “I think in the workforce it’s para- mount to keep our workers safe and I truly believe in the blue lights that help keep our workers safe,” said Chief Berney. Last year as a trial to see if it improved visibility, Clarington also had fire trucks with blue lights. In December, Chief Weir was informed the blue lights weren’t allowed. He decided to approach Durham MPP Granville Anderson to ask the prov- ince to change the rules. “The chief told me it saves lives and I don’t doubt it,” said Anderson. “They put their lives on the line. We want to make sure they’re able to work safely.” On Wednesday, Sept. 20 the Ontario government announced it will introduce legislation to expand the use of rear flash- ing blue lights to include enforcement and emergency vehicles that are currently permitted to use only flashing red lights. That means blue lights could also be used on ambulances. Durham Paramed- ic Service would support blue lights if it enhances the safety of the public, para- medics and their patients, explained Dep- uty Chief Jim Moir from the Region of Durham Paramedic Service. Police have been using flashing blue lights since 2007. The research about vis- ibility police used to advocate for the change, is the same research other first responders are now using to expand the use of blue lights. “We do owe our partners in the polic- ing service a huge thank you for the work that they did to lobby government to change the act,” said Port Hope Fire Chief C. Ryan Edgar. Chief Edgar said the colour red is asso- ciated with stopping, but red emergen- cy lights can get lost in the red tail-lights of heavy traffic. Blue lights stand out. He added studies show red lights may be more visible during the day, while blue lights may be more visible at night. Using a combination of flashing red and blue lights can help get the attention of drivers any time of day. In the past 10 years, there have been three times Port Hope fire vehicles have been hit by other drivers on Hwy. 401. “(Blue lights) would assist in alleviat- ing that problem,” said Chief Edgar. He said the only potential drawback is it would be harder to identify which emer- gency service is arriving from a distance. The highway traffic act regulates not only light colours but light placement on emergency vehicles. The proposed change would only allow blue lights on the rear of fire trucks and ambulances. Chief Weir said he’s very thankful for the proposed change but he would like to see blue lights also allowed on the front of all emergency vehicles. “My main concern is the safety of my guys and girls on our trucks,” said Chief Weir. “The quicker and easier an emer- gency vehicle is identified the safer it is for responders.” Blue lights are the right lights, fire officials I think in the workforce it’s paramount to keep our workers safe and I truly believe in the blue lights that help keep our workers safe. -- Scugog Fire Chief Mark Berney “ Metroland file photo DURHAM -- Many fire chiefs across Durham Region and Northumberland County are pushing for flashing blue lights on all their vehicles. They are more visible in snow, fog and dark they say. 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 11 AP *Promotion applies to new orders only.Cannot be combined with anyother offer or promotion. 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The prevalence of supplementation among athletes has been estimated inter- nationally at 37 to 89 per cent, with great- er frequencies among elite and older ath- letes. Supplements are used for a variety of reasons, including enhancement of performance or recovery, improvement or maintenance of health, an increase in energy, compensation for poor nutrition, immune support and manipulation of body composition. However, few athletes have a nutrition assessment prior to taking supplements. One of the more common performance supplements on the market is creatine, a natural substance found in animal-based foods such as meat and fish. Creatine supplementation can increase lean muscle and improve performance in sports that use intense short bursts of energy, such as sprinting, weightlifting or sprint cycling. This seems particularly true for those who have a lower intake of ani- mal protein, such as vegetarians. 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If you are taking performance enhancing supplements, be sure to talk to your doctor and consider talking to a registered dietitian to ensure you are consuming the best possible diet to reach your exercise goals. Andrea Miller is a consulting registered dietician who emphasizes that healthy eating should be good, nourishing and delicious. Contact her at 905-233-2437, email andream@live.ca; website www.amillerrd.ca Sabrina Byrnes / Metroland A Classic sweep for Storm OSHAWA -- Ayana Tomlinson of the J. Clarke Richardson Storm drove to the hoop during the senior girls’ final of the Oshawa This Week Classic high school basketball tournament at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre. Richardson defeated St. Mary 44-33, led by Kendra Oliver’s 28 points, and also won the junior title, beating Notre Dame 43-31. Could move to .500 with Friday victory PICKERING — The Pickering Pan- thers will be looking for better results at home than they’ve had so far in the Ontario Junior Hockey League. Through five games, the Panthers sit at a respectable 2-3-0-0 for the season, but both wins have come on the road while all three losses have been home dates — albeit one of each coming at the Governors’ Showcase tournament in Buffalo. The Panthers picked up their sec- ond victory of the season last Thursday, a 4-3 overtime decision over Burling- ton (3-3-0-2) at the showcase tourney, before returning home the next night and losing 3-2 to Wellington (4-1-0-3) at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Massimo Petricca was the overtime hero against Burlington, scoring 3:34 into extra time on a feed from Joseph Franzin, his second assist of the game. Anthony Stavrou tied the game with 3:49 remaining in regulation for the Panthers, who outshot the Cougars 3-1 in overtime and 36-19 overall. Josh Argier and Davis Teigen-Kat- sumi also scored, while Ethan Langevin made 16 saves for his OJHL win. Argier added his team-leading fifth goal of the season the next night, and Stefano Palatsidis also scored for the Panthers, but the visiting Dukes scored twice in the first two minutes of the game and held the lead throughout. Pickering had the edge in shots on goal in Friday’s game as well, 40-35. The Panthers will get a chance to win their first home game and get back to .500 on Friday at rec complex in a 7:30 p.m. start against Newmarket (2-2-1-0). Panthers looking to produce at home DURHAM — After getting their annual trip to the Ottawa area out of the way right off the bat, both the Dur- ham West Lightning and Whitby Jr. Wolves will play their Provincial Wom- en’s Hockey League home openers this weekend. The Lightning fared better in the nation’s capital, coming home with a split after losing 2-0 to the Nepean Wildcats last Saturday and winning 4-0 over the Ottawa Lady Sens the next day. 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Financing Available www.adornhomeimprovements.ca 905-665-9565119ConsumersDrive,Whitby To all our valued customers-we have been experiencing phone issues with our new system.We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Vinyl Windows •Door Systems •Siding •Fascia •Eaves Trough Decking •Window Cut Outs •Porch Enclosures *ON APPROVED CREDIT CALLTODAY TOARRANGEYOUR FREEQUOTE Transferable 50 yearwarranty available *100% terms available SportS Sabrina Byrnes / Metroland Going to the mat for Canada AJAX -- Team Impact wrestlers from Ajax showed off medals they won for Team Canada at the Cadet Pan Am Championships held in Argentina. From left are bronze medalist Nyla Burgess, gold medalist Trystan Kato and bronze medalist Dechlan Papadopoulos. Ajax’s Henderson leads team to ninth straight win OSHAWA — The UOIT Ridgebacks women’s soccer team is knocking on the door, but hasn’t quite barged on through yet to the top of the national rankings. The Ridgebacks remained at No. 2 in the weekly U Sports rankings Tuesday, but narrowed the gap on No. 1-ranked Laval to four voting points from seven of a week earlier. UOIT continued its dominance of Ontario University Athletics (OUA) league play with a 4-0 win over the RMC Paladins Sunday, its ninth straight win to start the season. Laval maintained its top ranking despite playing to a tie against Montreal. Taijah Henderson of Ajax led the Ridge- backs offence Sunday with two goals, giv- ing her a league-leading total of eight. Pickering’s Cassandra Sribny opened the scoring in the third minute with her fifth of the season, while Victoria Savage earned her fifth shutout. Henderson, who was named a UOIT athlete of the week, also scored twice in a 2-1 win over Queen’s in a rematch of last season’s OUA final Saturday. The winner came in injury time. • • • Men’s soccer: The men’s team also knocked off RMC 4-0 Sunday, earning four points on the weekend thanks also to a 1-1 draw with Queen’s Saturday. Mateo Marques, Fabio Campoli, Erik Petrovic and Bryan Uyiosa supplied the offence in victory, while Oshawa’s Nicho- las Miller and Vithuran Karvannathasan split time in goal for the clean sheet. • • • Men’s hockey: Anthony Latina scored in overtime to lift the Ridgebacks men’s hockey team to a 4-3 win over Laurier in exhibition play Friday at the Campus Ice Centre. After a 6-2 loss to Ryerson to open the pre-season, the Ridgebacks came out fly- ing, outshooting Laurier 12-2 early on and striking first when Mike Robinson found the mark on the power play. Danny Elser and Keaton Holinaty also scored while Tyson Teichmann made 32 saves. Ridgebacks women’s soccer knocking on door of No. 1 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 22 AP Call Today For a Free esTimaTe905-427-2116 www.ajaxroofing.com 2014 READERS’CHOICEAWARDDIAMONDVoted #1 Roofing Company 6 years in a row WE TREATYOUR HOME LIKEOUR OWN •Fully Insured •WSIB Covered •Family Owned and Operated •First Aid Trained •Written Warranty On Workmanship We also do Blown In Attic Insulation SportS ryan pfeiffer / Metroland The long and short of it PICKERING -- Fareen Samji, five-time International Long Drive Challenge Canadian Long Drive Champion and the 2015 World Champion, was giving tips to Julia Collins, Linda Hotrum, Diane Cole and Moira Chabot on the 7th hole of the 54th annual Wayward Hayward charity golf tournament at Pickering Golf Club earlier this month. The tournament was raising money to assist South African AIDS orphans and the grandmothers who are raising them. The funds will also help to support an outreach clinic for homeless women and children in inner city Durban. 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 23 AP Hot tubWareHousesales event 4Day SALE HOURS Thursday & Friday - 10am - 7pm Saturday - 10am - 5pm Sunday - 10am - 4pm Marquis Spas - Free Flow Spas - Certified PreOwned Arctic SpasHot Tubs from $3999Save 1000s with Warehouse Pricing september 28 tH - october 1 st Come enjoy the brilliant fall colours in Rouge National Urban Park! Join us for the 2017 Fall Walk Festival presented by OPG,Parks Canada andTRCA.Enjoy stunning fall colours and a variety of family-friendly programming focused on biodiversity, discovery and cultural heritage. Food and beverage trucks will be on hand. 2017 Fall Walk Festival Schedule •Oct. 3–6:One guided walk each day from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. •Oct. 7–9:On Thanksgiving weekend* there will be several walks each day; taking place from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. *Take advantage of complimentary shuttle bus service from downtown Toronto and Pickering. Learn more at parkscanada.gc.ca/rouge. RE-UPHOLSTERY SERVICES AVAILABLE 1650 BAYLY ST., PICKERING905.837.0288 | www.factorymattress.com HOURS: MON-FRI 10AM-7PM • SATURDAY 10:30AM-6PM Orthopedic 30 year Single Set $252 Double Set $309 Queen Set $359RE-UPHOLSTERY SERVICES A SOFAS n CHAIRS n HEADBOARDS DeluxeSmooth top Single Set $195 Double Set $229Queen Set $259 Hurry in,limited time offer ©2016 Simmons Canada, a division of SSH Bedding Canada Co.All rights reserved. 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We requireSchool Crossing Guardsin Pickering • Westcreek & Westcreek School • Whites & Atwood Please call us today at: 905-737-1600 Dairy QueenAjax is hiring All positions - days, evenings,full and part time positions available.Please apply in person: 250 Bayly St. W. Ajax, or email resume:dairyqueen11999@gmail.com Uxbridge Montessori School seeking a Montessori Trained Teacher to teach Toddler. Toddler or Casa training accepted. Send resumes to: office@uxbridgemontessori.com OSHAWAPREMIUM RENTALSwww.qresidential.ca MARLAND GARDENS 321 & 349 Marland Ave. (905-743-9712) GOVERNOR MANSIONS 110 Park Rd. N. (905-723-1712) PARKLANE ESTATES 50 Adelaide Ave. (905-720-3934) TOWER ON THE GREEN 1140 Mary St. N. (905-438-1971) Exclusive Special 1-Bdrm Upper Level with built-in Verandah Dunbarton, Pickering. Private entrance in private quiet home (generator). Newly renovated, Parking, suit neat, quiet, professional gentleman, very quiet area. No smoking/pets. Large bathroom. $875/mo inclusive (negotiable). First/last, references. Available immediately. Call 905-839-3000, please let ring and leave message- we will call you back. NEW, FURNISHED 2 bdr basement apt., South Picker- ing (Bay Ridges), 4pc bath, separate entrance, includes cable, wifi, utilities, parking & laundry. No smoking in unit. Pets negotiable, rates negotiable, term negotiable. Please email: dimtapurb@gmail.com or call 289-314-6012. BOWMANVILLE4-bedrooms,2 bathrooms, walk-out to new deck, fenced yard, 4 appliances, close to amenities, no smoking/pets, available October 1st, $1750+ utilities Call 905-666-1157 AJAXHarwood/Hwy 2 Bright, spacious open-concept, 3-bdrms, 3-bathrooms,16.5ft livingroom ceiling, 4-appliances, a/c, fenced yard. $1850+utilities.Close to amenities. No smoking/pets. Avail. immediately. (647)262-7428 Career TrainingFeatureC Careers Drivers Career TrainingFeatureC Careers Drivers Drivers GeneralHelp TeachingOpportunities Apartments & Flats For RentA Drivers GeneralHelp TeachingOpportunities Apartments & Flats For RentA Apartments & Flats For RentA Houses for Rent GeneralHelp EDUKIDS CHILD CARE CENTREFull Time & Part Time RECE & Assistants. Pickering/Ajax/Whitby/ Oshawa. Email:careers@edukids.ca HOUSE CLEANERS full-time and part-time required. Open 7 days per week. Criminal check, valid driver's license a must. We offer medical and dental benefits. Call 289-385-0424 or email: chris@youvegotitmaiddurham.com WAREHOUSEORDERFULFILLMENTrequired. Hourly rate. Oshawa. Call Jackie 905-619-6565 Apartments & Flats For RentA Houses for Rent GeneralHelp LOOKING FOR LOVING and energetic RECEs & ASSISTANTS for locations throughout Durham region. Full/part time positions available. Also options for Apprenticeship Program available. Please send resumes to: newdaycarelakeside@hotmail.com Apartments & Flats For RentA Salon & SpaHelp Experienced Hair Stylist /Apprentice Full-time or Part-time Chair rentals also consideredPort Union/ Hwy 2 Area 416-286-5287 Skilled &Technical Help Flexo Press OperatorGreat opportunity to join an amazing team! Family owned and operated Label and Promotional Product printing Co .Flexo press experience req'd. Day shifts, Pickering location, competitive wages, Health Benefits.Email resume to: Shannon Tomlinson stomlinson@labelcraft.ca Storage SpaceFor Rent S INDOOR STORAGE available for vehicles, boats, bikes, etc... Please call (905)655-4683 after 6pm or during the day at (905)243-0033. Apartments & Flats For RentA AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1 & 2-bedrooms available Sept 1st & 15th 1-bdrm from $1159+parking, 2-bdrm from $1299+plus parking. Call 905-683-5322 Lost & FoundL LOST ON Sunday September 23, 2017. A pink Sapphire engagement ring and an infinity ring, outside Vandermeer Garden Centre on Lakeridge Rd. Ajax. Please call 905-885-5088 or 905-396-4734 DaycareWanted CAREGIVER REQUIRED for 12 & 10 year old. Duties: after school pickup, housekeeping, meal prep., homework help. Fluent in French, professional and reliable. Bob 647-382-7551 Articlesfor SaleA CarpetI have several1000 yds. of new Stainmaster and100% Nylon carpet.Will do livingroom and hallfor $389. Includescarpet, pad andinstallation(25 sq. yards)Steve289.274.5759CarpetDeals.ca 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 STEPHENSON'S APPLI- ANCE. Brand new Frigi- daire products. White dishwasher $369; Stain- less steel dishwasher $399; Self-clean stain- less steel glass top range $649; 18 cu ft fridge w/glass shelves $699; Everyday low prices on many other products. Free local delivery. Visit our show- room at 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448. Sales, Service & Parts. Firewood FIREWOOD FOR SALE. All Hardwood. Maple, Beech, Oak. Seasoned. Dry under roof "no rain". 16" only. Delivered. Call 905-986-9610 or 905-718-4765 Cars WantedC **! ! $$$$ ! AAAAA ! AARON & AARON Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days per week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. Cars WantedC AAA AUTO SALVAGE WANTED: Cars, Trucks & Vans. 24/7 905-431-1808. WE PAY $250 - $6000 for your scrap cars, SUVs, vans & trucks. Dead or Alive. Free 24/7 towing. 647-287-1704 MassagesM AAA PICKERING ANGELS H H H H HRelaxing MassageVIP Rooms & Jacuzzi905 Dillingham Rd.(905)420-0320Now hiring!!! *NEW SPA!!!*(416)291-8879Best Asian MassageClean & FriendlyAtmosphere1001 Sandhurst Circle, Unit 7, N/E Corner Finch/McCowan, Scar.WWW.ANNIESPA.CA NOW OPENLaVilla Spa634 Park Rd. SOshawa(905) 240-1211 Now hiring!!! Classifieds LocalWork.ca Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm • Oshawa 905-576-9335 • Ajax 905-683-0707 • Fax 905-579-4218 • classifieds@durhamregion.com ProfessionalDirectoryP SEEKING LEGAL ASSISTANTFast-paced, Established and Expanding Cobourg Law Firm seeks an experienced, efficient, independent and professional legal assistant with 3+ years of direct experience completing residential and commercial purchases, sales, mortgages, and refinances from opening to reporting and post- closing follow-ups. Strong skills in critical thinking and utilizing Conveyancer and Teraview a must. Exceptional computer skills, corporate, wills, and estate experience an asset. Must be willing to complete other office tasks as required as well as learn new concepts on the job. Salary commensurate with experience. Performance based incentives may be available. Apply in strict confidence with a resume and covering letter to: CobourgLegalAssistantJob@gmail.comSuccessful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Milestones50th Anniversary Susan and Terry Smith of Ajax are celebrating 50 years of marriageon September 30, 2017. Wishing them a very special anniversary are Rose, Don, Paul & Jen. Grandchildren Luke and Finn have their own touching message for Grandma and Grandpa on their special day: "You haven't changeda bit since your wedding day, except forall your wrinkles!"Happy Anniversary Susan and Terry! 1990 BMW Convertible, black.325i, Automatic, Manual top. Runs great! Gets regular maintenance, Mechanically sound, Last certified in 2016. Not winter driven - Great frame. Painted in 2009 (rust in some areas) Needs some cosmetics. Downsizing and moving - currently plated. Winter project ideal for restoration. Asking $5,500 as is - Serious Inquiries only Katie 905-424-0286 Great car for the winter2006 Subaru Impreza193,000KM.E-Test & Safety. Summer & winter tires. A/C, remote starter, with 2 remotes.Call or text 905-995-9750 1964 Beaumont2 door, hard-top, 50,900 miles.$25,000 o.b.o. Call 905-723-8259 CarsC CarsC 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 25 AP 44th Annual Fall Municipal AUCTIONforREGION of DURHAM & Others 825 CONLIN RD., WHITBY (East off Thickson Rd.) Sat. Sept 30th 9:30 a.m. 2-07/09 IHC 7600 TA Dump Sander/Plows4+ 08/11 Ford F350/550 Crew & Pickups 12+ 08/10 GMC/Ford Pickup & Vans MORE EQUIPMENT ARRIVING DAILY Snowblowers * Trailers * Snow PlowsMowers * 40+ Stihl Trimmers, Concrete & ChainsawsGenerators * Truck Parts* Turf & Garage EquipmentOffice, Restaurant, Exercise, Office equipment * etc TWO AUCTION RINGS * PARTIAL LIST ONLY NO BUYERS' Premium!!! VIEWING: Friday. Sept. 29th, 2017 from 4 pm - 6 pm TERMS: $500. Deposit on Each Major item or as announced M. R. JUTZI & Co.www.mrjutzi.ca (519) 648-2111 SUN. OCT. 1st - 9am. MITCHELL'S AUCTION BUILDING. Huge Antique Estate of Ray Kyles Omemee. 3km East of Omemee on #7, 5k North on Emily Park Rd. to 60 Yankee Line. Qty. of Gas Engines, 1929 Plymouth Coupe, McLaughlin Buggy w/top, 91 Mercury Marquois, Jeep w/Blade, Tandem Car Trailer, 8N Ford, Lawn/Garden, 4 Wagon Loads of good misc., Antique Household Furniture, Primitives & Collectibles, Plus Consignment of New Items, 9am wagon loads & household, lpm new items & vehicles Viewing Sat. Sept.30, 10 - 4pm Listing/Photos dougmitchellauctions.comDoug Mitchell & Jason McIntosh AuctioneerMITCHELL AUCTIONS OMEMEE, 705-799-6769 VENDORSWANTED DURHAMCRAFT &GIFT SHOWDurham College2000 Simcoe St. N., OshawaOctober 27, 28 & 29, 2017Your one-stop shopping for ultimate gift giving this Holiday Season For Booth Information Call Susan 905.215.0444 or Email: sfleming@durhamregion.com VendorsWantedV VendorsWantedV BORGES & REYNAR INC.Honest hard work since 1993www.bricanada.ca l Decks/Fencing l Basement Reno's l Bathrooms/Kitchens l Ceramic Work l Wall Units l Custom Carpentry/Crown MouldingsReasonable Rates * Reliable ServiceAll Work Guaranteed * Free EstimatesSenior's Discount905-576-8677 or lesley@bricanada.ca RICK'S TREE SERVICE l Tree Removal l Hedge Trimming l Tree Trimming l Stump GrindingWorking in Markham, Scarborough, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby & Oshawa l Free Estimates l Senior's Discounts Call Rick: 416-716-4332 Interlocking Stone, Repairs& Installations Steps l Walkways l Driveways l PatiosExperienced and AffordableCall Tom 416-525-7655 HomeImprovement Home RenovationsH New Eden LandscapeConstructionInterlock/Natural StoneWalkways/Patios/WallsDecks/Fences/ArborOver 20 yrs. exp. Work guaranteed289-892-2921www.neweden.ca PLUMBER ON THE GOTop Quality Plumbing at Reasonable ratesService andnew installationsResidential/CommercialNo job too big or smallFree estimates - over 20 years experience(905)837-9722 HomeImprovement SHABOOMWINDOWCleaning up to 20 windows $60EAVESTROUGHCleaning & Repairs* Yard Clean Up* Powerwash/Stain* Int./Ext. Painting* Much MoreCall Fred905-626-7967 Painting & DecoratingP ALL PROPAINTING AND WALLPAPERINGRepair & Stucco ceilingsDecorative finishes & General repairs(905)404-9669allproinfo@hotmail.com Tree/StumpServices T Landscaping,Lawn Care, Supplies L Tree/StumpServices T Landscaping,Lawn Care, Supplies L Decksand Fencing D CUSTOM DECKS www.deckplus.cainfo@deckplus.ca 647.986.DECK Service Directory HomeImprovement Home RenovationsH Auctions CarsC CarsC In Loving Memory Marion PyeMay 21, 1940 - October 2, 2016Our lives go on without youBut nothing is the sameWe have to hide our heartacheWhen someone speaks your nameSad are the hearts that love youSilent are the tears that fallLiving here without youis the hardest part of allYou did so many things for usYour heart was kind and trueAnd when we needed someoneWe could always count on youThe special years will not returnWhen we are all togetherBut with the love in our heartsYou walk with us foreverGreatly Loved and Dearly Missed by her Children, Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren In loving memory of our brother,TIM HEWIEFebruary 29, 1952 - September 29, 2006 TIM - just keep writing, singing,and playing your songs - Ron & Kathy, Lorne & Lynne, family and friends WHEELER, Tim (Evan) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tim Wheeler on September 25, 2017 at the age of 79. Tim was the loving father of Derek (Della) and Eric (Christine) and the proud grandfather of Nicholas, Quintin, Erica, Cameron and Shawntel. Tim devoted years of volunteer service to the West Shore Softball Association, the Pickering Hockey Association, the Pickering Panthers Junior Hockey Club and as a founding member of the Pickering Men's Slo-Pitch League. In 1981, Tim was honoured by the City of Pickering with a Civic Recognition Award for his many years of dedicated outstanding community volunteer contributions. Tim fought bravely against Diabetes and health issues during his later years and we are comforted in knowing that he is now reunited with his true love, his wife Lillian. We would like to thank Dr. Bhella and the nursing staff of 4 West and 2 East at Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital for their care and assistance. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. A memorial service and celebration for Tim will be held on Sunday October 1st, 2017 from 1pm to 5pm at The Lake House, 600 Liverpool Road, Pickering. In Memoriams Death Notices To advertise your auctionCall Ajax 905-683-0707 Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: durhamregion .com Family & friends are encouraged to share their condolences, thoughts and prayers online Did you know?COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER READERSHIP REMAINS VERY STRONG Call your LOCAL METROLAND MEDIA ADVERTISING CONSULTANT today at 905-579-4400 or 905-683-5110 AN AVERAGE OF 22 MINUTES IS SPENT READING THE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERAND ANY ENCLOSED FLYERS METROLAND PAPERS IN DURHAM WELL READWhen it comes to readership, demand for local news remains high. Survey by BrandSpark International in partnership with Metroland Media. 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 26 AP DELIVERY ROUTESAJAXAB180 Millington Cres 50 papersAB224 Large Cres, Dankin Dr, Hufton Crt 35 papersAB229 Carrick Ave, Coughlen St, Marshall Cres 41 papers AC320 Beatty Rd, Kent St 47 papersAM914 Lovergrove Lane 35 papersAN953 Carr Dr, Dowers Dr 47 papersAN962 Coles Ave, Magill Dr, Moxter Crt 71 papersAN963 DuCatel Cres 32 papersAN990 Ducatel Cres, Ventura Lane 38 papersAN991 Baratolo Lane, Abela Lane 27 papers AN992 Kingston Rd W, Chapman Dr, Abela Lane 37 papersAQ400 Tams Dr 40 papersAQ402 Field Cres 33 papersAQ403 Wicks Dr, Allard Ave, Noble Dr 49 papersAQ404 Tams Dr, Allard Ave 42 papersAR100 Delaney Dr, Bowles Dr 56 papersAR102 Horne Cres, Gill Cres 41 papersAU223 Millward Cres 27 papersAU224 Biggs Dr, Nobbs Dr 57 papersAU225 Woodcock Ave, Nobbs Dr, Batt Cres 58 papersAV309 Mansbridge Cres, Thorogood St, Rushworth Dr 35 papersAV348 Gillett Dr, Hearson St, Draycott Ave, Luce Dr, Dryerham Dr 23 papersPICKERING Claremont- Routes available in the Claremont areaPI364 Get Circle (46 Papers)PI374 Get and Pickering Poky (54 Papers)PI376 1945 Denmark (38 Papers)PI379 1915 Denmark (36 papers)PI380 Denmark Rd, Jawing Cir (32 Papers)PI333 1580 Kingston Road (43 Papers)PI334 1850 Kingston Road PI391 1623 Pickering Parkway (67 Papers)PI404 1790 Finch Ave.(41 Papers)PI444 Alwen Circle (40 Papers)PI445 Jay win Circle (40 Papers)PJ395 Holy Hedge and Major Oaks (61 Papers)PJ396 Green mount and Denville (63 Papers)PJ397 Strathmore Cress. (46 Papers)PJ398 Major Oaks and Annan Woods (33 papers)PJ407 Alpine, Wildwood and Rees or (57 Papers)PJ408 Wildwood and Terracotta (45 papers)PJ410 1443-1521 Major Oaks (50 Papers)PV200 Autumn Cress (52 Papers)PV201 Foxwoods Trail and Autumn Cress. (52 Papers)PV202 White Cedar (48 Papers)PV203 Silver Maple Drive (52 papers)PV 204 Sparrow Circle, Chickadee Cart. (65 Papers)PV205 Autumn Cress. 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Showcase it across Durham Region Call Classifieds Ajax at 683-0707 SEARCH YOUR CAREERSTARTSHERE SEARCH YOUR CAREERSTARTSHERE 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 27 AP WH A T ’ S O N Six things to do this weekend DURHAM — It’s Culture Days weekend in Durham, so learn more about your community and the creative people that live there at a number of free events. 1In Ajax, see what’s coming to the St. Francis Centre, 78 Church St. S., at the 2017/18 Season Launch on Sept. 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. Hosted by comedian Anne Marie Scheffler, there will be per- formances by Toronto-based folk-roots- country-bluegrass band Dirty Dishes and former Jim Henson’s Muppets pup- peteer Frank Meschkuleit. RSVP for tick- ets; emailing stfranciscentre@ajax.ca or call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS).2On Sept. 29 and 30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, some of Durham’s top graffiti artists will be showing their skills as they paint at the side of the Paint Fac- tory, 50 Bond St. E., Oshawa. Owner Chad Tyson will be there running free graffiti-painting demonstrations and workshops. Plus you can tour the studio and the Street Art/Graffiti Art Gallery and meet some artists.3Also in Scugog, North Durham Nature leads a free East Cross Forest Walk on Sept. 30 from 9 to 10 a.m. James Kamstra is the hike leader and walkers will be looking for flora and fauna evi- dent at this time of year. Carpool from the north end of the Port Perry Canadi- an Tire parking lot, 14325 Simcoe St. N., Port Perry. Call 905-852-5432 for more information and visit www.northdur- hamnature.com.4Whitby Heritage Day is Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Whitby (Brock and Colborne streets). Lots to see, including a variety of re-enactments and activities that bring to life local his- tory and culture. Plus a farmers market, local musicians, a petting zoo and pony rides.5Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Rd. 6, Pickering. Learn about the history of chocolate and how it made its way into recipe books in Can- ada. The cost is $31.06. Register at www. pickering.ca. Email museum@picker- ing.ca or call 905-683-8401 for more information.6The Uxbridge Vigil for Peace is on Oct. 1 from 3 to 3:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 59 Toronto St. S., Uxbridge. Stand with others who sup- port peace and justice for all. Park in the town hall parking lot behind the church. Email revmk.stpauls. uxbridge@gmail.com or call 905-852- 7016 to learn more. See more events at www.durhamregion.com-events Music for Life Institute program supports kids’education Mike Ruta MRuta@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Tina Sipp’s journey with the African Children’s Choir began 25 years ago. “I saw a concert,” she says in an inter- view. “I was in an audience in 1992 or 1993 and I remember that spirit. I don’t remember any of the songs or the cos- tumes, but the spirit of the children.” Twelve years later, she saw the choir perform for a third time and told her- self "I’ve got to do this". Sipp has been involved with the choir for 14 years and has been its choir man- ager for two-and-a-half of them. The African Children’s Choir performs two concerts in Durham on Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at Trulls Road Free Methodist Church, 2301 Trulls Rd. S., Courtice, and at 7 p.m. at Faith Family Church, 158 Harwood Ave. S., Suite 203, Ajax. The choir is a program of the Music for Life Institute, a registered charity, and its goal is to make people around the world aware of the needs of orphaned and impoverished children in Africa and to raise funds for the choir. This year’s choir is made up of kids from Uganda aged eight to 10 years, and they’ve been on tour since mid- April, hitting places such as North Carolina, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Manitoba, and New York. The choir is in Canada for around six weeks before heading off to Florida and then Texas for New Year’s Eve. The kids, wearing traditional Afri- can clothing, perform ethnic worship as well as contemporary Christian and old-time gospel music. The children are in the choir for one term and come from families who can- not afford to send them to school. Sipp explains that in government schools in East Africa, families have to pay for a uniform and school supplies and “that is beyond the means” of most fami- lies, who generally live day-to-day. The choir members are chosen after attend- ing a camp, picked based on a number of factors including their ability to han- dle the travelling involved in a nine- or 10-month tour. Once chosen, the kids go to the program’s training academy for four to six months, where they begin full-time schooling. The program each year supports seven or eight children, paying their education costs through post-secondary school. The overall goal is to raise future Christian leaders to better African communities and countries. “We’re obviously very concerned about the individual child,” Sipp says. “But there is definitely this idea that we can help influence future change in the country.” She was recently at Middlebury Col- lege in Vermont where a former choir member from Rwanda began school on a full scholarship. Sipp says she scored the second-highest marks on her coun- try’s national standardized test. “That’s full circle,” she says. “That was a moment in life you don’t want to miss.” Former choir members are “part of our family” for life and Sipp says the program has supported the education of 52,000 children in the last 33 years. The concerts are free, but donations are accepted to support the choir. “They’re so grateful and appreciative,” Sipp says of the children. “They’re so joyful to be around. I think that’s what people connect to.” Learn more about the choir at african- childrenschoir.com. African Children’s Choir performs in Ajax, Courtice Photo by Sarah Wanyana DURHAM -- The African Children’s Choir is in Durham for concerts in Ajax and Courtice on Oct. 8. The concerts are free, but donations are accepted to support the choir, a program of the Music For Life Institiute, a registered charity that for more than 33 years has supported the education of 52,000 African children. 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 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 28 AP FallFunattheMuseun! BirthdayParties Fan-fabulouspartiesfor children5-12years!Five themestochoosefrom. LearningAdventures Weofferschooltours, heritage-to-goprograms, andspeakerspresentations. VenueRentals Ourheritagegardensand restoredbuildingsprovide amagicalbackdropfor engagement&family photos,weddings,and otherprivateevents. Booknowfor2018! @PickeringMuse pickering.ca/museum WHAT’S ON DURHAM — An unconventional west- ern and a dinner that gets really tense are coming to the big screens in Oshawa and Ajax. Oshawa’s Regent Theatre, 50 King St. E., presents a Classic Movie Night on Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. Cat Ballou is on the bill, the 1965 western/comedy/musical starring Jane Fonda, Lee Marvin, and Nat King Cole. After hired gun Tim Strawn (Mar- vin) murders Cat Ballou's father, Ballou (Fonda) turns vengeful outlaw, teaming up with has-been gunslinger Kid Shel- leen (also Marvin) and handsome bad guy Clay Boone (Michael Vallan). His work in the film won Marvin the Best Actor trophy at the 1966 Academy Awards. Admission is $5 (cash only) at the door. Kids and students get in for free (chil- dren must be accompanied by an adult, and high school, college, and university students are asked to show their student ID). In Ajax, the 2017 film Beatriz at Dinner is screened on Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. at the St. Francis Centre, 78 Church St. S. It’s one in a series of TIFF Ajax Film Cir- cuit movies shown at the centre. Salma Hayek plays Beatriz, a Califor- nia massage therapist and holistic heal- er. Her ancient Volkswagen breaks down when she’s at the oceanfront home of a client, Kathy (Connie Britton). The latter invites her to stay for dinner and what seems like a pleasant evening turns ugly when Beatriz comes into conflict with Doug Strutt (John Lithgow), a merciless real estate tycoon who places money over people. The film also features Jay Duplass, Amy Landecker, and Chloë Sevigny. Tickets are $10 and available at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, the Ajax and McLean community centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, or online at stfrancis- centre.ca. Cat and Beatriz on the big screen in Oshawa, Ajax Toronto Star photo TORONTO -- Salma Hayek walks the red carpet at Roy Thomson Hall for the screening of ‘Septembers of Shiraz’ in 2015. See her in ‘Beatriz at Dinner’ on Oct. 13 at Ajax’s St. Francis Centre. Landmark Cinemas to get recliner seating DURHAM — Whitby’s movie theatre is getting a makeover and the highlight is reclining seats. Landmark Cinemas has started con- struction at its Whitby 24 theatre to convert its auditoriums to recliner seating. The reopening of the theatre’s first six upgraded auditoriums is slated for Oct. 11. The remaining theatres are to have reclining seats by April 2018. “As we looked at new strategies to enhance the guest experience, we reviewed a variety of options being deployed throughout the world,” said Bill Walker, chief operating officer Landmark Cinemas, in a press release. “It was critical to provide our guests with a premium movie-going experi- ence without the premium price. The all-recliner model, with the added value of complimentary reserved seat- ing, is one we feel will resonate with our guests and provide a compelling reason to attend the movies more fre- quently. And, there’s no questions — experiencing a movie in the comfort of a premium-powered recliner theatre seat is a transformative experience.” Additional changes at the Whitby the- atre include “extensive renovations and enhancements, including the the- atre’s IMAX experience, its concession stand, and commons areas, to create a market-leading movie-going experi- ence for movie lovers throughout the Durham Region.” Whitby Station Gallery shows ending next weekend DURHAM — Catch them while you can at a Whitby art gallery. Two exhibitions are coming to an end at Station Gallery, 1450 Henry St. Until Oct. 8, see the work of the gal- lery’s 2017 artist-in-residence, Bernard Leroux, who explores his Algonquin/ Métis identity in print-based works in the show Reclaiming the Bois-Brûlés. Also ending on Oct. 8 is Frances Ferdi- nands: Between Latitudes. Born in Sri Lanka, the SG website states her work “has always been concerned with social, cultural and political issues. Since 2007 her work has gravitated towards Sri Lankan references, and stories related to her own biography, including migra- tion, references to her hybrid identity and childhood memories of trying to fit in.” Dom Pare, Hannah Lawrence, and Judy Croon among 20 comics DURHAM — Really funny people are com- ing to Durham for a month of comedy. John Leonard presents the third annual Durham Comedy Month at four venues in Oshawa, Ajax, Brooklin, and Whitby. “Durham Comedy Month brings 20 fantas- tically funny and clean Canadian standup comedians,” he states. “Four Saturday eve- nings of side-splitting laughter delivered by 20 great Canadians acts from all over Can- ada.” The comedy nights are: • Oct. 7, 8 p.m., Melanie Pringles, 80 Thick- son Rd. S., Whitby ($19). — Featuring Sean Emeny, Jason Allen, Hannah Lawrence, Ernie Vicente, and Sammy Farid. • Oct. 14, 8 p.m., St. Francis Centre, 78 Church St. S., Ajax ($29). — Featuring Pat MacDonald, Doug Kon- ing, Judy Croon, Tyler Morrison, and Dave Martin. • Oct. 21, 8 p.m., Brooklin Pub, 15 Baldwin St., Brooklin ($19). — Featuring Fiona O`Brien, Andy Brown, Habib Siam, Joe O`Gorman, and Ronnie Edwards. • Oct. 28, 8 p.m., Regent Theatre, 50 King St. E., Oshawa ($29). — Featuring Ted Morris, Jeff Leeson, Lau- rie Elliot, Chris Quigley, and Dom Pare. 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Hosted by the Ajax Legion - 111 Hunt Street,Ajax For more information go to the Ajax Legion website:www.rcl322.com or call 905-683-7811 In Support of Local Charities! Lottery Licence M729770 If you are concerned about your own or someone else’s gambling, phone the Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline at 1 888 230 3505,it’s confidential, anonymous, free and open 24 hours a day. TICkeTS are avaILabLe aT The ajax LegIon Wednesdays 3pm to 6pm, Fridays 4pm to 6pm & 7pm to 9pm, Saturdays 3pm to 6pm. Draws held Sundays at 3pm. Everyone 19 & over welcome to play! Tickets for the next“CatCh the aCe” draw on sale now! tiCkets are $5.00 eaCh WHAT’S ON October is comedy month in Durham Region Ryan Pfeiffer / Metroland BOWMANVILLE -- Laurie Elliott performed stand-up as part of Durham Comedy Week at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex last year. This year, it’s a month of com- edy in Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa. 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Gordon’s medium is photography and he says his photo perspectives technique “brings dimensional life to images of everyday objects.” Both are award-winning, Scugog Council for the Arts members. See what they do in an October show at the Ontar- io Power Generation Information Centre, 1675 Montgomery Park Rd. (at the foot of Brock Road), Pickering. It’s open Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. In Ajax, also during October, longtime resident Gary Faulkner has an exhibition at Debbie’s Bou- tique Cafe, at 94 Harwood Ave. S. (across the street from town hall). Also an award winner, he’s inspired by nature and works in oil and other media. The shows are a part of the PineRidge Arts Coun- cil’s Art in Public Places program. 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Free http://www.whitevaleacc.ca Things To Do Friday, September 29 MillenniuM Square Stargazing nights 6 p.m. 11 p.m. Millennium Square, Liverpool road, Pickering. Everyone is invited to join us and durham Skies for stargazing at the edge of Lake Ontario. Take a free look through different kinds of telescopes to get close-up views of craters on the Moon and spectacular Saturn and its rings! Learn the names of the stars of summer / fall and the con- stellation patterns they form. Free http:// rascto.ca SaTurday, September 30 KiKi’S Bakery presents Shine for Mental Health Awareness 12 p.m. 5 p.m. Kiki’s Bakery, 1550 Kingston rd., Pickering. Support your local Canadian Mental Health association while enjoying an after- noon of prizes, guest speakers, food and a Corvette show. Free Fundraisers SaTurday, SEPTEMBEr 30 FOOd drive & BBQ Fundraiser for St. paul’s on the Hill Foodbank 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Pickering Loblaws, 1792 Liverpool rd., Pickering. Food drive & BBQ Fundraiser for St. Paul’s on the Hill Food bank in conjunction with the local Fire department. Come and sup- port a worthy cause and enjoy some great food while giving to others! Just in time to help make someone’s Thanksgiving better! accepting cash, gift cards and non-perish- able items for St. Paul’s on the Hill Food bank. Free Library Programs Friday, September 29 FAMilieS Getting Ready to Read (2 to 5 yrs) 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Pickering Public Library - George ashe Library, 470 Kingston rd, Pickering. This hands-on program, focuses on how you can help your child learn early liter- acy skills with five simple practices: talk-ing, reading, singing, writing and playing. Parent/caregiver participation is required. younger siblings welcome. Free SaTurday, September 30 FAMily Storytime (2 to 5 yrs) 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade S, Pickering. Children learn early literacy concepts through talking, singing, reading, and play- ing with their caregivers. Free HAllOween exchange event: Ticket Holders 2 p.m. 3 p.m. Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade S, Pickering. From Sept. 18 to 28 the Pickering Cen- tral Library will be accepting clean, gen- tly used Halloween costumes for the exchange. When you drop off a costume, you’ll receive a ticket that will allow you to come back to the Exchange Event on Sept. 30 and select a new costume for your child. Free MONday, October 2 BABy and Tot Storytime (Birth to 36 months) 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Pickering Public Library - Petticoat Creek Branch, 470 Kingston rd., Pickering. Babies and toddlers will develop early lit- eracy skills through singing, reading, talk-ing, and playing with their caregiver. Free http://www.picnet.org/ TuESday, October 3 SeniORS’ Social 2 p.m. 4 p.m. Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade S, Pickering. Join other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This fun gath- ering features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion. Free Teen Tuesday in the lab (13 - 19 yrs) 4 p.m. 7 p.m. Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade S, Pickering. Teens Only in the Computer Lab! use it to your advantage. Free BOARd Game Cafe 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade S, Pickering. drop by our board game café pop-up! Play one of our many board games, including Catan and Ticket to ride, or bring your own! Prefer card games? Pokémon, MTG, etc, are welcome to! Enjoy a cup of coffee or pot of tea on us. Free Sporting Events Friday, September 29 piCKeRinG panthers vs. newmarket Hurricanes 7:30 p.m. Pickering recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm rd, Pickering. Ontario Junior Hockey League game. up to $10 TuESday, OCTOBEr 3 TenniS for kids under 9 and under 12 6:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. rosebank Tennis Club, 593 rosebank rd., Pickering. 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