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FRENCH’S KETCHUP. ASTRO YOGURT. REIDS CHOCOLATE. Have you ever wondered how some of the most well-known food and beverage brands end up in your hands? We sent in our photographers to factories in your backyard in a Torstar Community Brands web-exclusive series. GO B E H I N D T H E S C E N E S A T O B E H I N D T H E S C E N E S A T DUR H A M R E G I O N . C O M / F O C U S O N F O O D PICKERING - Francisco D'Sa is frustrated enough with the traffic on Bayly Street, a road he travels when he picks up his wife at the Pickering GO station. He can only imagine what it will be like once the new Picker- ing Casino Resort opens on the northwest corner of Bayly and Church streets next year. D'Sa, a real estate agent who lives in Pickering and is active with the local Knights of Colum- bus and Catholic Church, is wor- ried that not enough planning goes into the massive develop- ment projects in Pickering - which also include the Seaton community in the north and cre- ation of a new downtown. 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Join a Telephone Town Hall with Lakeridge Health Leaders. Hear updates about health care in our region and the organization’s plans for the future. Monday, November 25, 2019 7-8 p.m. One System. Best Health. Lakeridge Health To Register: T:905-721-7792 E: communications@lh.ca https://vekeo.com/lakeridgehealth/ DURHAM – The Special Investigations Unit is in- vestigating after a 32-year- old man died in police cus- tody on Tuesday. At about noon on Nov. 5, Durham Regional Police were called to the area of Simcoe Street and Hwy. 401 for an altercation between individuals. A man was ar- rested and taken to hospi- tal, the SIU noted in a press release. The man was later re- leased and taken to a police station. At about 11 p.m., the man was found in med- ical distress. First aid was started and paramedics were called. The man died at the scene. The SIU assigned two in- vestigators and one foren- sic investigator to this inci- dent. A post-mortem will take place tomorrow morn- ing in Toronto. The SIU wants anyone who may have information about this incident to con- tact the lead investigator at 1-800-787-8529 . The unit is also urging anyone who may have any video evi- dence related to this inci- dent to upload that video through the SIU website at www.siu.on.ca. The SIU is an arm's length agency that investi- gates reports involving po- lice where there has been death, serious injury or al- legations of sexual assault. MAN DIES IN DURHAM POLICE CUSTODY: SIU INVESTIGATING NEWS DURHAM - In the wake of the General Motors (GM) decision to close its Oshawa plant, Greeley (a local qual- ity inspection company for General Motors) was facing having to lay off 50 people. Instead the company is transforming, launching a new business venture and saving the jobs. "When GM stops, we get to keep our jobs ... We all have a lot of years in auto- motive," said Rhonda Boyd, who has worked in the auto- motive industry for 20 years. "It's like a family here. They really want to keep us employed." When General Motors announced the closure in November 2018, Greeley CEO Brenda Kelly said she didn't sleep for days. 80 per cent of Greeley's revenue was from General Motors. The majority (60 to 70 per cent) of Greeley employees worked directly in the Gen- eral Motors plant doing fin- ishing work and inspection before vehicles were shipped. "For every one GM job there's seven feeder plant jobs ... I was worried for these guys," said Kelly. She made a plan to maintain what was left of the Greeley automotive business and to retrain workers to launch a new branch of the company - Greeley Remove and Re- fresh. The business does ev- erything to get a property ready to sell - all junk re- moval, painting, cleaning - and quickly. "We've been retraining. We're investing in the equip- ment," said Kelly. "For me, this gives people a little bit of hope." Market research showed that no other companies were providing the service the way Greeley wanted to offer it, with a unified team. Talking with local realtors showed there was definitely a need for the service. "I'm so confident about this business that I believe in six months we'll actually be hiring people," said Kelly. Recently launched, Greeley Remove and Re- fresh is already booking cli- ents. For one project, in just two days 14 workers com- pletely prepared a home that sold for over a million dollars. They also complet- ed a commercial cleaning job for a local post-second- ary school before the term began. The new company is happy to quote for any job, big or small, explained Boyd. On Wednesday, Nov. 6, Greeley held a ribbon-cut- ting celebration for the new Remove and Refresh ven- ture. The room was full of lo- cal politicians, business as- sociations and the approxi- mately 50 people who would have been facing layoffs. Greeley President Neil Clark couldn't look directly at his workers when he talked about how glad he is to be keeping them on and how proud he is of the work they do. The businessman's eyes filled with unshed tears and his voice caught in his throat. On his first attempt to speak, "Thank you to you guys" was all he managed to get out. Later he tried again, "I can't look at my staff with- out getting emotional. You guys have been amazing. I have faith in you." His workers responded with murmurs of "thank you" and big grins. "It's good," said Nate Turner, who has worked there for 15 years. "A lot of places have closed up and not taken care of employees. This place takes care of us." Visit www.removean- drefresh.ca for more infor- mation. INSTEAD OF LAYING OFF DURHAM AUTOWORKERS, GREELEY PIVOTS Owner Neil Clark and CEO Brenda Kelly, of Greeley Remove and Refresh, a division of Greeley Containment and Rework, had a special ribbon cutting ceremony with Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter, Regional Chair John Henry and Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster. The new business was conceived after General Motors announced they would be closing their Oshawa plant. They wanted their employees to continue to have jobs, so they have created a one-stop shop offering furniture removal, junk removal, painting, minor repairs and professional cleaning. Their employees have been retrained to learn this new skill set. Sabrina Byrnes/Torstar JENNIFER O'MEARA jomeara@durham region.com BUSINESS 7 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Choose Any Colou You Want! 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An Initial Business Case was completed in Spring 2018 to define the corridor and identify initial project costs and benefits, which will be refined as the project progresses. Learn more We invite you to attend the second Public Information Centre for the Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit project. Public Information Centre #1 was held in Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering in June and in Scarborough in September 2019. The project team will present the technically preferred option to implement the Bus Rapid Transit system in constrained areas for your input, specifically Downtown Oshawa, Downtown Whitby, Pickering Village (in Ajax), and Ellesmere Road east of Military Trail. Proposed Bus Rapid Transit stop locations will also be presented for feedback, as well as updates on the technical studies completed to date. The project team will be on-hand to answer questions and collect feedback. The public meetings will be drop-in format. Presentations, followed by a question and answer period, will be held in Scarborough, Whitby and Oshawa. The venues are barrier free. Contact us if you require other accessibility accommodations. All information produced as part of this project is available at www.metrolinxengage.com Comments Comments and information regarding this study are being collected to assist the study team in meeting the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act. The impact of the transit project is planned to be assessed according to the Transit Project Assessment Process as prescribed in O. Reg. 231/08. Information will be collected 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. If you have project related questions, would like to be added to the project mailing list, or would like to provide input at any time, please contact: Kristin Demasi, Project Manager, Metrolinx 97 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 1E6 Email: DSBRT@metrolinx.com • Tel: (416) 202-3723 Aussi disponible en français. Notice first posted: November 6, 2019 Scarborough Monday, November 18 th, 2019 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. • Presentation at 7 p.m. University of Toronto Scarborough Campus, The Meeting Place Science Wing (S-Wing), Second Floor near Starbucks Presentation – Third Floor in Room HW-305 1265 Military Trail, Scarborough, ON M1C 1A4 Pickering Wednesday, November 20 th, 2019 • 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pickering Town Centre, Upper Level near Carlton Cards 1355 Kingston Rd, Pickering, L1V 1B8 Whitby Tuesday, November 19 th, 2019 • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Presentation at 6:30 p.m. Durham Region Headquarters, Room 1B 605 Rossland Rd E, Whitby, L1N 6A3 Ajax Wednesday, November 20 th, 2019 • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. St. George’s Anglican Church, Main Hall 77 Randall Dr, Ajax, L1S 6L4 Oshawa Tuesday, November 19 th, 2019 • 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Presentation at 12:30 p.m. City Hall, C-Wing, Committee Room 50 Centre St S, Oshawa, L1H 3Z7 ¯v ¯v ¯v Lake Ontario Mc c o w a n R d Sheppard Ave E Ga r d e n S t Fr a n c e s S t Wh i t e Oa k s Cr t No r t o n R d Downtown Ajax 7 7 401 407 407 401 401 412 407 401 407 Si m c o e S t N M o r n i n g s i d e Ave Lawrence Ave E Wentworth S t Harwood Ave N Regional H i g h w a y 2 Ri t s o n R d N King S t W Brimley Rd An d e r s o n S t Th o r n t o n R d N Al t o n a R d Fa r e w e l l S t Steeles Ave E Finch Ave E Wh i t e s R d We s t n e y R d N Rossland R d W Port Union R d Dundas S t E Taunton R d W Ch u r c h S t N Ma r k h a m R d Br o c k R d Victoria S t W Br o c k S t N Ellesmere Rd Adelaide Ave W Finch A v e Bond St WCo c h r a n e S t Bayly S t To w n l i n e R d N Taunton Rd Ha r m o n y R d N La k e R i d g e R d N Wi l s o n R d N Th i c k s o n R d N Li v e r p o o l R d S a l e m Rd S TORONTO MARKHAM P ICKERING AJAX WHITBY OSHAWA Downtown Oshawa Downtown Pickering Scarborough Centre am Downtown Whitby Durham-Scarborough BRT GO Station GO Rail¯0 63 km 1:95,000 Adults and youth (ages 13 and older) need an average of 2,000 calories a day, and children (ages 4 to 12) need an average of 1,500 calories a day. However, individual needs vary. Large 2-Topping Pizza Cals 240-330 per slice , 8 slices LARGE 2-TOPPING PIZZA opping Pizza slices per slice , 8 Cals 240-330 $999$999$999 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 8 Thank you to our donors In celebration of National Philanthropy Day, we want to thank you. Your support inspires and equips our students and our graduates to make a positive impact in a tech-focused world. For us, it’s not only about developing the next tech breakthrough. We are tech with a conscience. Understanding and integrating the social and ethical implications of technology differentiates us as a university. Thank you, together, we are creating a new generation of problem solvers, future leaders and critical thinkers. giving.ontariotechu.ca Left: The Ajax Royal Canadian Legion held its annual Remembrance Parade and church service Nov. 10. The parade started at the Ajax Legion and made its way to St. Paul's United Church for a service. Right: Veteran Arthur Griffiths spoke to a group from the Exeter Navy League of Canada. AJAX REMEMBERS Ryan Pfeiffer/Torstar 9 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m expert advice? breaking news? today’s top stories? where you live? crime? eve nt s? what to read? cooking? SIGN UP NOW We’ve got a newsletter for that. Care about /newsletters DURHAM - Dafonte Miller has denied a sugges- tion that he told investiga- tors a rumour about a wit- ness in an effort to "neu- tralize" evidence that con- tradicts his narrative in the trial of two men ac- cused of assaulting him. The denial came Friday (Nov. 8), Miller's third and final day of testimony in the trial of Toronto police officer Michael Theriault and his brother Christian Theriault, who have plead- ed not guilty to aggravated assault and obstruction of justice. The Crown alleges that the men beat Miller, leaving with him injuries that led to the loss of his left eye during a confronta- tion in Whitby in the early morning hours of Dec. 28, 2016, then misled Durham police officers investigat- ing the incident. The Theriaults told po- lice they acted in self-de- fence after catching Miller going through a vehicle in the driveway of the family home, court has heard. During this trial, Crown witness Bradley Goode has testified that he, Miller and another man were "car hopping" - stealing from parked cars - on the night of the incident, something Miller denies. Court heard Friday that in an interview with inves- tigators prior to the trial, Miller said he'd heard that Goode was a friend of Christian Theriault. Dur- ing cross-examination by Michael Lacy, lawyer for Michael Theriault, Miller said he passed along the unfounded rumour simply because he'd been hearing about it from others. "I just bring up con- cerns because I hear things multiple times," Miller said. Lacy suggested that Miller relayed the rumour to "neutralize" Goode's evi- dence about the car hop- ping. Miller said he wasn't aware of what Goode in- tended to say in court. Dur- ing the trial, Goode also said he did not know the Theriaults, and had no rea- son to tailor evidence to as- sist them. The thrust of Lacy's cross-examination, which spanned parts of three days, appeared aimed at casting doubt on the credi- bility of Miller, 22. Lacy raised numerous instanc- es in which he suggested Miller's testimony at trial was at odds with state- ments he's made in the past. As the cross-examina- tion wound down, Lacy confronted Miller with an incident in May of 2018 when the manager of a Whitby restaurant told po- lice that following a dis- pute, Miller had menaced him by making a "pistol" gesture with his hand. Miller acknowledged the disagreement, but de- nied any threatening beha- viour. That's when Lacy cued up surveillance video that showed the argument, after which Miller left the premises. A minute or so later, the video showed Miller walking by the res- taurant window with an- other young man, gestur- ing with his hand. Miller agreed that the "gun" gesture was evident, but said it had nothing to do with the restaurant manager. Rather, he said, it related to the topic he was discussing with his friend. "We were talking about a shooting at the time where two kids got shot," he said. "I was explaining to him how kids are getting hit with bullets because people are shooting with their eyes closed." The trial continues. NEWS DAFONTE MILLER DENIES TRYING TO 'NEUTRALIZE' EVIDENCE THAT CONTRADICTS HIS STORY Dafonte Miller arrives at Durham Region Courthouse in Oshawa, November 5, 2019. Andrew Francis Wallace/Torstar JEFF MITCHELL jmitchell@durham region.com 11 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m At a time when over 60%of Canadians are worried that false information is being used as a weapon, now’s when trusted local repor ting matters most. The News Adver tiser speaks for the community. We are local journalists,repor ting and investigating stories in the neighbourhood.We bring an authentic voice to the Ajax &Pickering communities.And there’s nothing fake about that. Choose the Ajax•Pickering News Adver tiser. Show your suppor t and create an account at DurhamRegion.com/register Local news has a place in Ajax &Pickering . DurhamRegion com DurhamRegion com DurhamRegion com dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 12 UNSOLVED: ONTARIO COLD CASES Always online first at DurhamRegion.com/coldcase THIS WEEK:Mom calls son’s cellphone,ringing comes from beneath body tarp. DURHAM - November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month. The counsellors at women's shelters in Dur- ham Region are wearing purple scarves to take part in the Wrapped in Courage Campaign - the purple scarf is a symbol of the courage it takes a woman to leave her abuser. This month Durham res- idents may see store win- dows decorated in purple and hear politicians speak about the courage of women dealing with abuse. But some shelter staff are con- cerned the seriousness of the issue isn't truly under- stood. Here's what you need to know about domestic vio- lence today: 1) In Durham, the police respond to an average of 21 domestic-related calls per day. Out of those calls, three charges are laid daily. 2) One woman or girl was slain every 2.5 days in Cana- da in 2018, according to the Canadian Femicide Obser- vatory for Justice and Ac- countability report from Guelph University. Last year, 148 women and girls were killed, more than 90 per cent of those accused in their deaths were men. 3) The women and girls were most often killed by people they knew well (men are most often killed by ac- quaintances/strangers) - 53 per cent of these women were killed by intimate part- ners and another 13 per cent were allegedly killed by male family members. "This is all really scary," said Jaki McKinnon, execu- tive director of Bethesda House women's shelter. "People don't understand how serious it is." In Durham, the VAW (Vi- olence Against Women) shelter staff are working on the front lines, trying to help women avoid this most seri- ous consequence of living with violence and abuse. "If you know of some- body who needs support, give them our numbers," said Wendy Leeder, co-exec- utive director of Y's Wish women's shelter. Shelters across Durham -Bethesda House, The De- nise House, Y's Wish and Herizon House - participate in the provincial campaign selling the official purple scarves. People wanting to purchase this year's scarf should contact their local women's shelter. "Support your local women's shelter," said Va- nessa Falcon, executive di- rector of Herizon House. "This upcoming holiday seasons don't forget your lo- cal shelter," added Sandra McCormack, executive di- rector of The Denise House. 'THIS IS ALL REALLY SCARY': 3 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE JENNIFER O'MEARA jomeara@ durhamregion.com CRIME November is Woman Abuse Awareness and Prevention month, and Nov. 25 is the International Day for the Prevention of Violence Against Women. Bethesda House staff and staff from the Denise House, Herizon House and Y'z Wish, came together in one location to have a group picture taken wearing purple "Wrapped In Courage" scarves. Sabrina Byrnes/Torstar DURHAM'S VAW SHELTERS: • Bethesda House, 905-623-6050 • Herizon House, 1-866-437-4966 • The Denise House, 905-728-7311 • Y's WISH Shelter, 905-576-2997 13 | Pi c k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m @cityofpickering CustomerCareCentre905.683.7575(24hourline) customercare@pickering.ca pickering.ca Virtual Town Hall Meeting MayorRyanishostingaVirtualTownHallmeetingon Wednesday,November27th at7pm. ListeninoraskMayorRyananyPickeringrelatedquestion. Toreceiveaphoneinvitation,pleaseemailyournameand phonenumbertomayor@pickering.ca Allmeetingsareopentothepublic. Fordetails,call905.420.2222orvisittheCitywebsite. ForServiceDisruptionnotification,call1.866.278.9993. Upcoming Public Meetings Date Meeting/Location Time November25 CouncilMeeting CityHall–CouncilChambers 7:00pm November27 AccessibilityAdvisoryCommittee CityHall–MainCommitteeRoom 7:00pm November28 PickeringLibraryBoard PickeringCentralLibrary 7:00pm TakenoticethattheCounciloftheCityofPickeringwillholda publicmeetingpursuantto TheDevelopmentChargesAct, 1997regardingproposedamendeddevelopmentchargerates andpoliciesthatwillbeappliedintheCity(including Seaton). Itisproposedthattheenactmentofanamended developmentcharges(D.C.)by-lawbyCouncilwouldoccuron adatesubsequenttothispublicmeeting. Thepublicmeeting willbeheldon: Monday,December2,2019at2:00pm PickeringCivicComplex,CouncilChambers OneTheEsplanade,Pickering CityCouncilisrequiredunder TheDevelopmentChargesAct, 1997,toholdatleastonepublicmeetingtoallowthepublic theopportunitytoreviewandprovidecommentsonthe2019 D.C.UpdateStudy,andtheproposedamendedD.C.by-law. Inorderthatsufficientinformationismadeavailabletothepublic, anelectronicversionofthe2019D.C.UpdateStudyisavailableon theCity’swebsiteatpickering.ca/dcon October16,2019. The electronicversionoftheproposedamendedD.C.by-lawwillbe availableonMonday,November18,2019. Copiesoftheproposedamendmenttothe2019D.C.Update StudyandtheproposedamendedD.C.by-lawwillbe availableasofMonday,November18,2019intheClerks Division,2nd Floor,PickeringCivicComplex,OneThe Esplanade.Additionalinformationmaybeobtained bycontactingtheDirector,Finance&Treasurer at905.420.4640duringregularCityHallofficehoursor atfinance@pickering.ca PersonswhowishtoaddressCouncilonthismatterdonot havetoregisterinadvanceofthepublicmeetingbut, registeringasadelegationassistsinamoreefficientmeeting. Writtensubmissionsareinvitedandshouldbedirectedtothe CityClerkatclerks@pickering.caorattheaboveaddressno laterthan12pmonFriday,November29,2019inorderfor Counciltoreceiveaspartofthepublicrecord. Notice of Public Meeting RegardingtheCity’sProposedAmendmenttothe DevelopmentChargesBy-lawNo.7595/17 DoublesRacquetballTournament SanctionedbyRacquetballOntario ChestnutHillDevelopmentsRecreationComplex November23rd &24th,2019 DivisionsOffered:MixedDoubles:A/B,Men’sDoubles:Open, A,B/C,Women’sDoubles:A/B Registerbefore:Mon,Nov18th at10pm RegisterOnline:r2sports.com/tourney.asp?TID=31344 Includes:CourtsideHospitality,SaturdayNightDinner&Prizes RaisingfundsforBigBrothersBigSisters Questions:susan@simplyserendipity.ca @durhamregionracquetball @Rball_Ontarioquetball @R Vacancy on Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee TheCityofPickeringencouragescitizenstoparticipatein theircommunitybyvolunteeringforoneofourboardsor committees.TheHeritagePickeringAdvisoryCommitteeis currentlyacceptingapplicationsfromcitizenvolunteers. Role:Establishedundertheauthorityofthe OntarioHeritage Act forthepurposeofidentifyingsitesandstructures appropriateforconservationandadvisingCouncilon heritageconservationissues. Meetings:4th Wednesdayofeachmonthat7:00pm Ifyouareinterestedinbeingconsideredforappointmentto thisCommittee,pleasesubmitanapplicationform;whichis availableatpickering.ca/boardsandcommittees,settingouta briefdescriptionofanyjoborcommunity-relatedexperience youmayhave. ThedeadlineforapplicationisDecember2nd,2019. AdditionalinformationregardingtheCommitteeisavailable ontheCity’swebsiteatpickering.caorbycontactingthe CommitteeCoordinatorat905.420.4660,ext2047orby emailingclerks@pickering.ca. Pickering’splowsarereadytohitthestreetswhenwinter weatherarrives,andresidentswillbeabletotrackprogress viaanInteractiveWinterOperationsMap. Thenewinteractivemapwillshowwhenroadsandsidewalks havebeensaltedand/orplowed,withstafffollowingthe City’sOrderofOperations. Visit pickering.ca/snowclearing forinformationontheCity’s OrderofOperationsandtoaccessthemapwhensnowarrives. Interactive Winter Operations Map 55+FreeSpotlightSeries Freeinteractiveseminarsbylocalguestspeakersonvarious topicsofinterest. Tuesday,November19 1:00pm-3:00pm GeorgeAsheLCC 470KingstonRoad Home&OnlineSafety presentedbyDurhamRegionalPolice Refreshmentswillbeprovided. Reserveyourspaceforthisfreeseminar, 905.420.4660ext2080 oronlineat eventbrite.com pickering.ca/adults55plus Ticketsonsalenowatpickering.ca/estore! CHRISTMAS VILL AGE CHRISTMAS VILL AGEin t he Sunday,December1 | 11:30am-4:00pm Winter in the Woods dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 14 ment over the next 10-15 years, he worries that com- bined with a condominium project at Bayly and Har- wood Avenue in Ajax, traf- fic will become even more of a nightmare without the creation of bypasses and more links to Highway 401. The overall project, known as Durham Live, is a multi-year, multi-staged undertaking that's expec- ted to include a hotel, con- vention centre, performing arts centre, outdoor am- phitheatre, cinema, restau- rant plaza, waterpark hotel and waterpark, a boutique hotel, tourist centre/bo- tanical gardens, communi- ty recreation centre, fit- ness centre and spa, and commercial offices. "The main concern is if there's going to be all this infrastructure, there needs to be road infrastructure, underpasses, or something like that," D'Sa says. "I know it will help with the jobs and all, but end of the day, we should not have de- velopment coming up and then coming up with a plan." Kyle Bentley, director of city development and chief building official for the City of Pickering, says, however, that plenty of planning has gone into all elements of the casino, in- cluding with respect to transportation. An urban transporta- tion study completed in 2014 by Toronto's BA Con- sulting Group is a 150-page document that closely ex- amines the existing and planned road systems, and public transit in and around the 91.6 hectare (226.4 acre) site. It has been revised and reviewed a few times in the subsequent five years as new informa- tion becomes available. "Significant investments in infrastructure are being planned for the area to ad- dress traffic congestion," Bentley explains. "It is rec- ognized that Bayly Street is already a very busy road and will be constantly mon- itored. The infrastructure investment is anticipated to more efficiently move traf- fic along Bayly Street and a Squires Beach Road to No- tion Road connection will provide a new outlet for traffic to move in a north- south direction." That connection, using a flyover bridge across the 401, will take time well be- yond the opening of the ca- sino. An environmental as- sessment is in its final stag- es, Bentley says, and upon approval, the detailed de- sign and construction will be a multi-year process. The transportation study also suggests "oppor- tunities to construct two additional ramps at High- way 401 and Church Street, serving traffic to and from the west," which would place it between current on and off ramps at Brock Road in Pickering and Westney Road in Ajax. But, again, that's a pro- ject not coming in the near future, if at all. "The consideration is a complex undertaking that will require a detailed envi- ronmental assessment to evaluate the need, options, and constraints to a new ramp," Bentley points out. "The commencement of such a study has not begun yet." As for the major roads in the area, the following summary can be found in the transportation report: • Bayly Street, currently a four-lane road, was iden- tified by the Region of Dur- ham transportation mas- ter plan in 2005 as needing five to seven lanes between Brock and Westney, but there are no plans to do so in the current 10-year cap- ital plan. • The capital plan calls for Brock Road to be wid- ened from four to six lanes from the rail corridor south to Bayly over the next two to five years. • Church Street will re- main a two-lane road south of Mill Street to Bayly (from Mill to the north of the 401 is under the juris- diction of the Town of Ajax). • Westney Road was identified for widening from four to six lanes be- tween the 401 and Bayly, but there are no plans to do so under the current capi- tal plan. • There are no plans to widen Kingston Road from its current four lanes. Bentley adds that spe- cific intersection improve- ments have been analyzed further beyond the initial report and plans are cur- rently being finalized with anticipated construction beginning in early 2020. D'Sa, for one, wonders if it will be enough. "The traffic is some- thing I've been following even before I came to Ajax," says D'Sa, who moved to Ajax 13 years ago and has since moved to Pickering. "I feel they need to have bet- ter vision to do these things." NEWS Traffic in the area of the Pickering Casino Resort is a major concern. The City of Pickering is saying significant investments in infrastructure are being planned to address traffic congestion. Jason Liebregts/Torstar Local journalism makes a difference. Support us by registering at durhamregion.com THE ISSUE: THE PICKERING CASINO RESORT IS EXPECTED TO OPEN IN SPRING 2020, THE BEGINNING OF A MASSIVE 10- TO 15-YEAR DEVELOPMENT PROJECT KNOWN AS DURHAM LIVE LOCAL IMPACT: TRAFFIC IN THE AREA OF BAYLY AND CHURCH STREETS WILL BE FURTHER STRAINED, REQUIRING ONGOING ANALYSIS AND PLANNING OF TRANSPORTATION ROUTES Continued from page 3 'SIGNIFICANT' INVESTMENT PLANNED TO ADDRESS CASINO TRAFFIC: PICKERING OFFICIAL STORY BEHIND THE STORY Residents of Pickering and the surrounding area are concerned about what traffic will look like once the Pickering Casino Resort opens in early 2020 and the Durham Live project is completed over the next 10-15 years. We take a look at the planning that has gone into the major transportation routes in the area. dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 16 WHITBY - Brett McConnachie sure is wearing a lot of hats for the Whitby Dunlops this hockey season, but that's nothing new for the 34-year-old Ajax native. Currently in his eighth season with the Sr. A Dunlops and fourth as captain, McConnachie has led an interesting - and un- doubtedly fun - life to date. Since leaving on a hockey scholarship to the University of Alabama in Huntsville at 18, McConnachie has made his mark as both a music artist and a sports expert, the latter of which he has parlayed into a nice side career supplying picks to bettors. On the ice, while he may not have quite lived up to the promise shown when he put up 63 goals and 116 points in 62 games with the Ajax-Pickering Raiders mi- nor midget AAA team - and was drafted by the OHL's St. Mi- chael's Majors - McConnachie had a blast playing at university and in the minor pro ranks, and continues to do so with the Dun- lops. His love for the Dunlops is so deep, in fact, he convinced owner Ian Young to keep the team alive for at least one more year despite lagging attendance and ongoing financial strain. "I just kind of took the reins on that and we managed to pull it to- gether at least for another season here," said McConnachie, whose flexible work schedule as a per- sonal trainer has allowed him to reduce Young's burden. "Honest- ly, I'm kind of doing everything. I'm playing, I'm helping, I'm co- coaching basically, taking care of the general manager's duties, and doing a lot of the fundraising stuff." McConnachie has pulled off a nice coup wearing the GM hat, signing Whitby native Blaine Down fresh off a 17-year pro ca- reer. Down, now 37, spent three seasons in the American Hockey League and the past 14 playing in Europe. "I'm really, really, really, real- ly excited about it," McConna- chie said about adding Down, who is expected to make his home debut Nov. 16 against Ham- ilton at the Iroquois Park Sports Centre. "He's probably the best player we've ever signed, in my years anyway. He's going to be an impact player right off the hop." McConnachie was a little wor- ried about the state of the roster when the season started, but by also recently adding goalie Na- than Perry, and anticipating a few more key arrivals, he be- lieves the team can take a run at an Allan Cup trophy that has eluded them since the Dunlops name was reincarnated in 2004. With 218 points in 160 games, McConnachie is six shy of Shane Terry for fourth in career scoring with the Dunlops, but he admits he likely won't be adding to the total after this season. He pushed for one final season to "get a sniff" at the Allan Cup, but he expects to hang up the skates at the end - and wouldn't be surprised to see the franchise follow suit. "I honestly think it's probably going to be the last kick at the can," he said of the team's fate. "I'd encourage the people of Dur- ham and especially Whitby to come out and witness this highly skilled hockey before it's too late and gone for good." The Dunlops' schedule in- cludes 10 Saturday games at 6:30 p.m. at Iroquois Park. LAST KICK AT THE CAN FOR MCCONNACHIE, DUNLOPS Brett McConnachie is in his eighth season with the Whitby Dunliops, and fourth as captain. Torstar file photo BRIAN MCNAIR bmcnair@durhamregion.com COMMUNITY CAPTAIN ENCOURAGES FANS TO CHECK SR. A TEAM OUT BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE OSHAWA - Durham College is fashioning quite a year on the athletic fields. Two weeks after the Oshawa college claimed a national cham- pionship in baseball, the men's soccer team won its first-ever Ca- nadian Collegiate Athletic Asso- ciation (CCAA) title with a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Island University Mariners on Satur- day, Nov. 9 at Vaso's Field. To make the win all the swee- ter, current coach Dave Ashfield said he was proud to stand along- side the only other three coaches to have led the team since its in- ception, including Vaso Vujanov- ic, after whom the field is named. Vujanovic, Stan Bombino and Tony LaFerrara served as honor- ary chairs for the event, which was hosted by Durham College for the second time - and first this millennium. "It was really nice to have the legacy of our program there to watch and be part of it all week- end," Ashfield said. "That was re- ally important to us as a school. We're trying to show student ath- letes how important the legacy of our program is." The Lords went into the na- tional championship as under- dogs after bowing out in the quar- ter-finals of the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) playoffs and losing a key player, midfielder Ryan Airlie, to a con- cussion. But Ashfield said the team played very well in that loss and he was confident he had the tal- ent available to pull off some up- sets. He was proved right in the opener, as the Lords fought back from a 1-0 halftime deficit for a 3-1 win over the No. 10 ranked Doug- las Royals from British Columbia. After a 2-0 semifinal win over the Red Deer Kings, the Lords f inished the job against the No. 3 ranked Mariners in a game they never trailed. "I think that a lot of teams may have looked at us as an easy foe, but we knew all along that we had an athletic and talented team," said Ashfield. "Going into nation- als I was really comfortable with how well we were playing and the team that we had chosen to put on the field." On a team loaded with local talent, first-year striker Joshua Lee from Ajax was named cham- pionship MVP and a tournament all-star, alongside teammates Nick Payne and Ryan Cullen of Pickering, Colin Reilly of Whitby and Kevon Grant of Oshawa. Durham College's string of successes continued the next day on the rugby pitch, as the men's team made it back-to-back Onta- rio Colleges Athletic Association gold medals by defeating the Georgian Grizzlies 22-17 in the fi- nal in Barrie. Ashfield said he and Sam Dempster, who coached the base- ball team to its national champi- onship in his final year at the helm, have already had a chance to discuss the school's success. "Sam Dempster and I had a coffee (Monday) morning, just discussing how wonderful it is for the athletes," Ashfield said. "This isn't about us, this is about the athletes and the life lessons that we can teach them." DURHAM COLLEGE KICKS IT UP A NOTCH Durham College Lord's Marcellus Paul watched with VIU Mariners' Kevin Picard, left, and Griffin Douglas, right, as the game-winning goal passed into the net during the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association Men's Soccer National Championship at Vaso's Field Nov. 9. The Lords beat the Mariners 3-2 to win the tournament. Ryan Pfeiffer/Torstar BRIAN MCNAIR bmcnair@durhamregion.com 17 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ho l i d a y C o l l e c t i o n 11256036 PICKERING TOWN CENTRE (905) 492-7263 Show her that you know her © 2019 Pandora Jewelry, LLC • All rights reserved Crisp air and frosty mornings mean it’s time to put on your coziest sweater and eat stick-to-your-ribs stupendous stews! Hearty, warming dishes are at the heart of this month’s Hot Bar menu, along with a root vegetable medley, and a zucchini bake. Dig in! • Beef Bourguignon • Dilly Zucchini Pasta Bake • Hearty Chicken Stew • Maple Mustard Root Vegetables • Pork & Root Vegetable Ragout • Quinoa Pilaf Selection may vary by store and depending on time of day. Only available until November 25th. *Call for details, offers cannot be combined, after rebate, O.A.C. 1910 Dundas St. E. Unit 117, Whitby Offer Expires May 31, 2019 905-576-7600 ® PACKAGE INCLUDES: Central Air R410A Refrigerant •10 Year Factory Warranty •Limited Time Offer Over 120,000 95.5% Eff. RECEIVE UP TO $1550 IN REbATES* $59 /MTH OAC* Hi-Efficiency FURNACE &CENTRAL AIR Sept 30, 2019 O er Expires Oct 31, 2019Nov 30, 2019Dec 31 REBATES* $59* Monthly Protection Plan as low as $7.95/mth DIAGNOSTIC CALLS $4850* DURHAM -- There's a new head driving Durham Region Transit. William (Bill) Holmes has been appointed the general manager of DRT by the Tran- sit Executive Committee (TEC) on Wednesday, Nov. 6. "We are pleased to ap- point Bill Holmes to this strategic senior position, which oversees our transit operations," Elaine Baxter- Trahair, chief administra- tive officer, said in a state- ment. "Since joining DRT, Bill has made significant contributions to the team, always ensuring a customer- centric approach in their op- erations." "We have a vision for our transit system, one that will focus on more seamless and available services," Shaun Collier, mayor of Ajax and chairman of TEC, added. "Bill brings the leadership and collaboration that can help to bring our vision to light." Holmes joined Durham transit in 2014 as a deputy general manager, opera- tions. Having worked in the transit industry for more than 20 years, Holmes has a diverse transit and leader- ship background. "My vision is to lead DRT towards an integrated net- work that will make a differ- ence in people's lives," Holmes said. "I am fortunate to work with an exceptional group of forward-thinking professionals -- including operators, maintenance em- ployees, frontline customer service, and supporting em- ployees throughout the or- ganization -- people who work to develop and imple- ment new and innovative ideas that reflect the needs of our stakeholders." DRT has more than 500 employees. Visit durhamregiontran- sit.com to learn more. NEW GUY STEERING DURHAM REGION TRANSIT William (Bill) Holmes NEWS M e t r o l a n D D u r h a M real estate *Independently Owned & Operated 19 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Walking distance to the Oshawa Centre! 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Study Parameters The researchers will examine listening in a range of situations, from one-on-one, to group conversations, watching TV and wider social contexts like supermarkets and other noisy environments, and how it effects connection and socialization. Why Participate? It is estimated that 46% of people aged 45 to 87 have some degree of hearing loss, but most do not seek a solution right away. In this study you’ll be playing an important part in determining the key factors around identifying hearing loss and what influences the decision to seek treatment. Participants will be significantly adding to growing knowledge surrounding hearing loss. *Wingfield,A.,Tun,P.A.,&McCoy,S.L.(2005).HearingLossinOlderAdulthood:WhatItIsandHowItInteractsWithCognitivePerformance.CurrentDirectionsinPsychologicalScience,14(3),144–148.†Studyparticipantsmustbeover50yearsofageandhaveneverwornhearingaids.Nofeesandnopurchasenecessary. 1.Cruickshanks,K.L.,Wiley,T.L.,Tweed,T.S.,Klein,B.E.K.,Klein,R,Mares-Perlman,J.A.,&Nondahl,D.M.(1998).PrevalenceofHearingLossinOlderAdultsinBeaver Dam,Wisconsin:TheEpidemiologyofHearingLossStudy.Am.J.Epidemiol.148(9),879-886.2.NationalInstitutesofHealth.(2010). You can register to be part of this groundbreaking new hearing study by calling 1.888.242.4892 or visiting connecthearing.ca/hearing-study DURHAM - The Dur- ham District School Board is planning to relax some of its supervision rules for school field trips. A new report that went to the board's Nov. 4 stand- ing committee meeting says strict rules are mak- ing it difficult for some trips to go ahead. For example, "low-risk" day trips - like a walk to the local park - currently re- quire two Durham District School Board employees per class. That can be difficult, says Paul Brown, who over- sees policies and proce- dures as the school board's operations officer. "Our supervision re- quirements were more stringent than most other boards," he says. "We are now falling in line with oth- er boards." The Durham board tightened up its field trip rules in 2017, following the drowning death of a Toron- to District School Board student while on a school trip at Algonquin Park. The changes included a new "attestation" form signed by the school princi- pal for riskier trips. Durham board chair Michael Barrett says some of the supervision rules were creating "difficulties" for schools. "Recognizing that school trips are an essen- tial part of a school experi- ence, trustees wished to en- sure that the school board had a policy that reflected balance between experi- ence and protection," he says. "We believe that the changes proposed will do just that." The report proposes three changes: - All "low-risk" day trips currently require two Dur- ham board employees per class. Day trips where stu- dents are walking to the lo- cation will now require one teacher per class and one volunteer (who has a crimi- nal reference check). Day trips where students are bussed to the location will require one teacher and one additional board em- ployee per class; - Trips to nature loca- tions like Durham Forest currently require a teacher to student supervision ra- tion of 1:10 plus one addi- tional supervisor. This will change to one teacher per class, plus one additional supervisor who is a board employee; - Overnight trips in On- tario currently require a teacher to student ratio of 1:10, plus one additional su- pervisor. This will change to just the teacher to stu- dent ratio of 1:10 - but for el- ementary school overnight trips a vice-principal or principal must be present. They count toward the su- pervision ratio. Brown says these are "very small aspects" of the board's overall trip policies and that the changes fall in line with Ontario School Board Insurance Ex- change guidelines. "The Durham board takes student safety very, very seriously," he notes. The board has stricter requirements for riskier trips. For example, trips in- volving "high care" activi- ties such as canoeing or backpacking require a teacher to student ratio of 1:8, along with one addi- tional supervisor and three supervisors minimum. DURHAM SCHOOL BOARD RELAXING SUPERVISION RULES FOR SOME FIELD TRIPS JILLIAN FOLLERT jfollert@durhamregion.com NEWS Glen Street P.S. students Brenden, left, and Owen Nelson-Strong, Breanna Williams and Daniella Long took part in a Great Outdoors Eco-Challenge at Durham Forest Environmental Centre in April 2017. The Durham District School Board is looking at relaxing some of the supervision rules for school field trips. Moya Dillon/Torstar 23 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m www.canadawindowsanddoors.com 905-665-1506119 Consumers Drive, Whitby .canadawindowsanddoors.com 905-665-1506 ProudlyServingDurhamSince1991 Glass and screen repairsGlass and Glass and sscreen creen repairsairsGlass and screen repairs Weekday Same Day Service Available!Weekday Same Day Service Available! 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If passed, the change would take effect Jan. 1, 2020. "These proposed chang- es would make it easier and more enjoyable for dogs owners to have a meal out, and to provide greater flex- ibility for business own- ers," said Elliott, who was joined at the Nov. 2 an- nouncement by Pickering- Uxbridge MPP Peter Beth- lenfalvy and Prabmeet Sar- karia, associate minister for small business and red tape reduction. "We can already point to other jurisdictions where businesses are better meet- ing the needs of their cus- tomers and public safety has not been compro- mised." The Second Wedge co- owners Joanne Richter and Rob Garrard took up the fight in August, after an anonymous complaint saw health inspectors inform them that their dog-friend- ly policy was a no go.That's despite the fact that they had welcomed dogs to their tasting room and beer gar- den since opening in 2015. "Being able to offer a dog-friendly space is a real- ly critical part of the cul- ture," says Richter. That's especially true in Uxbridge, which Richter describes as a "trail-orient- ed community," - the brew- ery is a place people walk- ing the trails with their ca- nine friends can stop for a pint, dog in tow. The pair launched a pe- tition that was shared by breweries across the prov- ince and garnered thou- sands of signatures. They also gained sup- port from Uxbridge Mayor Dave Barton, area MPPs and Regional Chair John Henry. "It's been overwhelm- ing," says Richter. "Our community really stepped up." The owners aren't the only ones happy about the potential change. Sadie, a 10-year-old black lab, has spent the past four years as the The Second Wedge's greeter. After the health inspec- tor's involvement, the pup had to put her job on hold. "She was pretty sad, she's very social. She spent years getting to know all the people," Garrard says. Uxbridge resident Aaron Bremner was at The Second Wedge for Saturday's an- nouncement with his dog Spruce, a three-year-old shepherd collie mix. He is in favour of the proposed change, saying there should be more flex- ibility when it comes to outdoor spaces, or indoor spaces without kitchens. "I'm all for safety, I wouldn't want to bring my dog into a regular restau- rant," he says. "But this isn't a restaurant, no one is preparing any food in here. I think there has to be some common sense about that." If the regulation change moves forward, Elliott says a public education plan will be developed for res- taurants, public health in- spectors and communi- ties.She says the priority remains keeping Ontari- ans safe - but that certain rules "create unnecessary barriers for local business- es to truly meet the needs of their customers and that also limits choice for con- sumers." The government is gath- ering feedback on the pro- posed regulation changes until Nov. 27. 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Dec.24 Th (10am to 4pm) DURHAM - Busy Santa is back in Durham for a bunch of parades in the coming days and weeks. Santa Claus parade sea- son is here and you can catch at least one parade in every municipality in the region. More than half the parades are in two munici- palities: There are an amazing five parades in Clarington and three in Brock Township. It all starts on Nov. 15 in Beaverton, followed by a triple-header the following day: Morning parades in Bowmanville and Ux- bridge and an evening af- fair in Oshawa. Here is the list of Dur- ham Region's Santa Claus parades. BEAVERTON The Beaverton Lions Santa Claus Parade is Nov. 15 starting at 7 p.m. The route is from the Beaverton Fair Grounds along Main Street, Simcoe Street, Os- borne Street and Bay Street and then back to the fairgrounds. Remember, after the parade Santa will be in the fire hall handing out goodies to kids. BOWMANVILLE The fun is on Nov. 16, starting at 10:30 a.m. at Scu- gog and King streets. The parade travels east on King Street, ending at Simpson Avenue. UXBRIDGE The 59th parade is Nov. 16 and starts at 11 a.m. The theme is Snowed In and the parade begins at the corner of Brock Street and Centre Road and heads east on Brock through town to Nellkydd Lane, finishing at Uxbridge Secondary School. OSHAWA Santa's Parade of Lights Oshawa is Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. The parade starts at King Street and Stevenson Road and heads east to Simcoe, turning north to Bond and west back to Stevenson. NEWCASTLE The Nov. 17 parade is themed Starry Night and starts with a fireworks dis- play at 5:30 p.m. The parade route is east from North Street along King Avenue to Arthur/Brookhouse Street in the east. PICKERING The Kinsmen and Ki- nette Club of Pickering cel- ebrates its 51st annual San- ta Claus Parade in 2019. The fun is Nov. 23 at 10 a.m., starting at Vaughn Willard Public School, 1911 Dixie Rd. N., and the route is east along Glenanna Road to Esplanade South, ending at the Chestnut Hill Develop- ments Recreation Complex (former Pickering Recre- ation Complex). ORONO The Orono parade is on Nov. 23 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Orono Cemetery. The parade travels along Mill Street to Main Street and then to Station Street, ending at the Orono Arena's Princess Street entrance. AJAX Santa's Magical Parade of Lights is Nov. 23 starting at 6 p.m. The parade begins at Bayly Street and Mac- kenzie Avenue, travelling east along Bayly and then north on Harwood Avenue, ending at Ajax Town Hall. Note that right after the pa- rade there is a tree-lighting ceremony and after party at town hall and the Ajax Main Library. CANNINGTON Themed Dr. Seuss, the parade has an 11 a.m. start on Nov. 30. Hosted by the Cannington Lions Club, the parade begins at the Cannington Arena, travel- ling north on Peace Street, west on Cameron Street, south on Queen Street, east on Park Street, south on Laidlaw Street and east on Davidson Street back to the arena. Food bank dona- tions are welcomed along the route. COURTICE The Courtice Santa Claus Parade, also called the Dash Down Nash, has a noon start on Dec. 1 at Townline Road and pro- ceeds east along Nash Road to George Reynolds Drive. T.H.E.E. FARMERS' PARADE OF LIGHTS The parade through the country is on Dec. 4 start- ing at 6 p.m. on Old Scugog Road just north of Ennis- killen and is to finish at 7:30 p.m. in Tyrone. The route is south on Old Scugog Road from Concession 9, east on Regional Road 3, south on Regional Road 57 and east on Concession Road 7. WHITBY The JCI Whitby Santa Claus Parade has a 10 a.m. start on Dec. 7. Themed Ug- ly Christmas Sweaters, it travels along Brock Street from Manning Road to Trent Street. SCUGOG A Christmas Miracle on Queen Street! is the theme of the Dec. 7 parade, which begins at 5 p.m., leaving the fairgrounds on Reach Street. The parade travels east on Reach, south on Simcoe Street, east on Queen Street, south on Wa- ter Street and then west on Mary Street. SUNDERLAND Sunderland's parade is on Dec. 14 at 7 p.m., leaving from the Sunderland Me- morial Arena. The route takes the parade east on Doble Street, south on James Street, east on River Street, south on Cedar Street, west on Jones Street, north on Maple Street, east on River Street, north on Albert Street and west on Park Street. Note that before the parade, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., there's a free family skate at the arena. NEWS 14 SANTA CLAUS PARADES COMING TO DURHAM REGION SANTA AND MAYBE THE MISSUS ARE COMING TO A CITY OR TOWN NEAR YOU Santa and Mrs. Claus were the stars of the show at the JCI Whitby Santa Claus parade in 2017. Catch this year's Whitby parade on Dec. 7. 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The Ajax school went into the tournament as the No. 2 seed, rolled over the competition in pool play, and then reeled off three straight playoff wins - in- cluding 3-1 in a shootout over No. 1 seed Bluevale Collegiate Institute from Waterloo in the final - to complete a perfect 26-0 sea- son. "We've always been the bridesmaid and never the bride, so it was spectacular actually winning it in the fashion that we did," said Sadowski, who has previ- ously led the team to a pair of antique bronze medals by finishing fourth. "To ac- tually come out with a gold, it's a dream come true for myself as a coach." Not only did the Trojans win every game in Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) and OF- SAA play, but they did so without allowing a regis- tered goal until the gold medal shootout. Sadowski points out that her team did allow one goal in OFSAA pool play, but it came with her start- ing players on the sidelines and in a game that went in- to the books as a 5-0 result - the score that was regis- tered when a five-goal mer- cy rule came into effect. Otherwise, the only goal allowed came during the shootout, which hardly mattered since Pickering responded with three of its own to claim the title. "This is probably one of the greatest accomplish- ments of my career," said Sadowski, who has led the Trojans to nine LOSSA ti- tles in her 12 years at the school. "We have an incred- ible bunch of athletes here at Pickering High School, really dedicated girls ... We are pretty blessed with the players that we have." What really helped push Pickering over the top, and could keep them there, was the play of Grade 10 student Nicole Poulakis, who has played the game at the pro- vincial and national level and scored 49 goals in 26 games this season. Poulakis finished off the remarkable season by scor- ing the OFSAA winner. "I've really never come across a player like that throughout my 22 years of coaching," said Sadowski, who coached for 10 years in Michigan before moving to Canada. "When she's on the field, in our LOSSA re- gion, there's no stopping her. She can dribble the ball 100 yards by herself and score, at will." Sadowski also praised the play of co-captain Ariel Pynn and Clare Hughes, who led the defence, and freshman goalie Paige Hoogendam, who posted four shutouts at OFSAA and saved two out of three penalty shots in the final. Other team members are Emily Cullen, Nyla Burgess, Charlene Ocam- po, Nila Ganeshkumar, Gabby Simonelli, Kaiya Toth, Nicole Walker, Sandy Diep, Kobe Woo, Adriana Helou, Ava Altobelli, Carys Collie, Kayley Powell, Bri- anna Winter, Maddy Gru- chy, Anastasia McNevitts, Elise Piper, Chole Arm- strong, Jenine Alichatib and goalie Heather Wright. FIELD OF DREAMS FOR PHS GIRLS' HOCKEY TEAM The Pickering High School field hockey team celebrated after winning the OFSAA gold medal in Mississauga Nov. 2. OFSAA photo BRIAN MCNAIR bmcnair@durham region.com COMMUNITY dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 30 EMAIL: classifieds@metroland.com | PHONE: 1-800-263-6480 TELEPHONE HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 A.M. - 6:30 P.M. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of your ad. Please check your ad on the first insertion. For multiple insertions of the same ad, credit will be made only for the first insertion / credit given for errors in connection with production on ads is limited to the printed space occupied. Cancellations must be made by telephone. Do not fax or email cancellations. 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CALL ONTARIO BENEFITS 1-800-211-3550 or Send a Text Message with Your Name & Mailing Address to 613-800-6113 for your FREE benefits package. MORTGAGES First Mortgage from 2.69% Second Mortgage from 5.99% NO QUALIFICATION REQUIRED Call Miro 416-948-9983 Hand In Hand Mortgages FSCO License Number 12919 home renovations LEGAL Landscaping, Lawn Care, Supplies Health & Home Care Mortgages/Loans Mortgages/Loans WHITE, David Robin February 8, 1936 - November 2, 2019 David Robin White died suddenly at home on November 2, 2019 with his loving wife by his side. David was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. For over 60 years, he was Maraithe’s beloved husband. He was the loving, dedicated father to Sarah (Paul), Andrew (Suzanne), Richard (Kelli), and Alexandra (Lee). He was Pops, the fun-loving grandfather to Meagan (Helder), Graham (Rhiannon), Aaron (Jeannine), Jocelyn, Duncan, Nathalie, Michael and Robby, and the enthusiastic great-grandfather to Oliver, Emmet, Jude, Ailbe, and Alfie. He was a close friend and like a brother to Anne Aurelius. David also leaves behind his twin brother John (Pam) in England. David was born in Fulham, England just before the war, and told stories of many childhood adventures during the London blitz as seen through the eyes of a free- spirited boy. He immigrated to Canada with Maraithe and their first three children in 1967. David worked as a cartographer and draftsman for Proctor and Redfern for most of his career, and was well respected in his industry. He made many great friends there, and maintained these friendships long after his retirement. David was an avid photographer, patiently waiting for the perfect picture of the birds he loved, often while holidaying in the beautiful countryside of England with Maraithe and Anne. Over the years David and Maraithe enjoyed walks through the woods and along the Ajax waterfront with their many four-legged companions. David could be counted on to assist anyone; family, friend or church, particularly in a construction project, and he was always happy with a tool in his hand. Whether it was a basement renovation, a dog shower, or building custom-made cupboards, all of our homes have touches of David’s handiwork. In recent years David had become quite the chef, delighting in new recipes, which we all enjoyed. He was a devoted Christian, and always an active member of the churches he attended, most recently Forest Brook Community Church. Arrangements have been made through McEachnie Funeral Home, and the Celebration of David’s Life will be on November 22nd at Forest Brook Community Church in Ajax. The service will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception lunch at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to World Vision Canada. In loving memory of Michael Owen Nash May 15, 1956 - October 30, 2019 Surrounded by his loving family at his home in Ajax, Mike passed away peacefully after a short battle with an aggressive cancer on October 30, 2019. Beloved husband of Albina, dear father of Jeff (Liz) and Polina. Adored Grandpa to grandsons Charlie, Beau and Duke. Mike is also missed by siblings Gord (Cheryl), Wendy (Iain, deceased), Debbie (Larry), Jeff’s Mom Wendy, countless nieces, nephews, cousins plus many, many close friends on two continents with whom he shared many adventures. Mike was born in Timmins, ON in May 1956, then his family moved to Ajax, where he grew up. He excelled as a goaltender in both lacrosse and hockey with a brief stint tending goal for the Oshawa Generals. Mike added a few amateur bouts as a junior boxer for good measure. Golf became his favourite sport in later years. Mike embarked on his business journey with Pepsi in Oshawa and enjoyed a successful, adventurous career with Pepsi for the next 35 years in Canada, Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Georgia. He met his wife Albina in Russia where they lived and worked in different parts of the country. Although travelling frequently, Mike treasured his time with son, Jeff and daughter, Polina. Their canoe trips in Northern Ontario were an annual ritual which included his grandsons in recent years. Mike nurtured many long term and loyal friendships with his family and business associates. He considered himself fortunate to say a personal goodbye to them in these last few weeks. We want to thank Lakeridge Palliative Care Unit, and specifically Dr. Michael Borchuk, nurse Shamini Elangethan and personal support worker Vinnette Row for their professionalism and compassion. Mike and his family acknowledge their amazing care in his last days. There will be a Celebration of Mike’s Life later in November. You can contact family members for more details. Throughout his life, Mike was always there to help and support family and friends. If desired, donations appreciated in Mike’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society, cancer.ca or Children’s Wish, childrenswish.ca ROYLE, Martha (Marty) Elizabeth (nee Chubb) July 14,1943 - November 4, 2019 In her 77th year, Marty Royle of Pickering, ON (formerly of Toronto) peacefully passed away at the Ajax/Pickering Hospital. Marty is survived by her two sisters Sue Tefft (Don) and Annabel Thorpe (Peter), predeceased by brother Richard Chubb. Marty was a loving aunt to Laura, Andrew, Frank, Kathryn, Carolyn, Rosemary, Alan and Michelle, and a great-aunt to Corey, Simon, Karl, Leah, Robert, Ryan, Rebekah, Hannah, Isaac, Matthew, Melissa, Juno, Rylee and Jaxon. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and her many supportive friends and neighbours. Marty enjoyed a long and compassionate nursing career after graduating from Toronto General Hospital Nursing school in 1965. Marty was a life-long chorister and an active member of St. Martin’s Church and choir, along with many other choirs over the years. As a nature enthusiast, salsa dancer, gardener, photographer, baker, traveler, and a hippie at heart, Marty lived life to the fullest. Marty will be remembered for her warm hospitality, her infectious laugh and her generosity. Family and friends are warmly invited to a Celebration of Life service to be held at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 1203 Saint Martin’s Drive, Pickering, ON, L1W 1M9 on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. A reception of light refreshments will follow at the church. The family is grateful to the doctors and nursing staff at the Ajax/Pickering Hospital, along with the many healthcare professionals who provided excellent and compassionate care over the last few years. Marty was passionate about many causes including the conservation of the Rouge Valley, the Pickering Naturalists and any organization dedicated to caring for humanity. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charitable organization of your choice. NOWOTNY, Nancy Jane After a lengthy illness at the Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the age of 64. Nancy Nowotny (nee Wheeler) was the beloved wife of John R. Nowotny. Loving mother of Aaron Brunelle and Matthew Brunelle (Dawn Hamilton) and stepmother of Cyndelle King and Joanne Hynes (Keith). Loved grandmother of Dakota, Aiden, Allie and Jaxson. Dearest daughter of Violet Wheeler and the late Cecil (2005). Dear sister of Scott Wheeler, Marcia Wheeler (the late Brian Stevenson), Mary Knox and Linda Shanks (Bryan). Nancy will be missed by other relatives, neighbours and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In memory of Nancy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Fallis & Shields Funeral Home, Millbrook. Donations or condolences can be made online at www.fallis-shields.com Nancy Jane Nowotny Celebration of life for Nancy Jane Nowotny (nee Wheeler previously Brunelle) to be held on Friday, November 22, 2019 from 4 - 8 p.m. at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #322 111 Hunt St., Ajax ON. 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Christina Kuypers, vice- president of operations and guest experience for The Rec Room and Playdium, admits that the organiza- tion did "a lot of study around Gen Z (seven to 22- year-olds) and families, our core demographic." But she also said that 30- and 40-year-olds come in and play as well. Located at 75 Consumers Dr., Playdium has more than 90 games you can play, plus a bowling alley, VR Ar- cade and ropes course. And it has two restaurants for when the hunger pangs strike. The ropes course in- cludes a harness you set up on, get clipped into, then go through obstacles and end with a ride down a zip line. The bowling alley is six lanes wide, bright and invit- ing, and even has bumpers that come up to prevent kids from rolling gutter balls. The bumpers disappear when older players roll. As far as the VR Arcade goes, that was my highlight of the tour. I strapped into a vest, had a wand that served as my 'firearm' and wore VR goggles. I got to shoot at tar- gets while I wandered around the floor in another world. And I played against Playdium employee Sha- keel Mahadeo, 22, who wiped the floor with me when we had a game of draw. When it comes to game consoles, Playdium features classics like Space Invaders (my vintage era), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Mario Cart - but it also has plenty of 21st century favou- rites like Halo, Justice League, Walking Dead, House of the Dead, Trans- formers, Tomb Raider and a raft of ATV racers, motorcy- cle racers, snowboard rac- ers and even table air hock- ey. The two restaurants are licensed and feature offer- ings that range from $4 to $17 or $18. You can have po- tato fritters, calamari, wings, tacos in bowls, pizza, sandwiches, burgers, na- chos or more. There are vegan, vegetarian and glu- ten-free options too. When you are finished, and depending on how many points you have won or saved up, you can trade in your points for candy, a trinket or a plush toy. For those who have saved up plenty of points, a drone can be claimed for 5,000 points, but a PS4 or iPad or Apple TV will require 50,000 points. As for pricing, you can buy packages for gameplay for between $10 and $42. How long you play depends on your skill level, as the better the player you are the more play points and more game time can be had. If you want to bowl, that will cost $5 to $7 per game, the ropes course is $15 for a 30-minute experience - and the VR Arcade is $15 for three rounds, $20 for five rounds. These three attrac- tions are priced separately from the play packages. Playdium opens at 3 p.m. from Monday to Friday. It closes at 10 p.m. from Mon- day to Thursday and is open until 1 a.m. on Fridays. It opens at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday and is open to 1 a.m. those days. PLAYDIUM HAS MORE THAN 90 GAMES, OTHER ATTRACTIONS TIM KELLY tkelly@durhamregion.com Whitby This Week reporter Tim Kelly suited up for a virtual reality experience during a media tour after Cineplex opened its new Playdium entertainment complex in Whitby. The 32,000-square-foot space includes attractions such as a ropes course, six lanes of 10-pin bowling and virtual reality games. Sabrina Byrnes/Torstar THINGS TO DO PLAYDIUM Location:75 Consumers Dr., Building V Phone: 289-807-2848 Website: www.playdium.com/locations dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 34 ac.stepracgnik.www | 7487-138-509 GNIREKCIP ,7 TINU .DR KCORB 0501 SLAVIRRA WEN | SNGISED 006 REVO | NOITCELES EGUH Canada's Largest Golf Show February 7-9, 2020 International Centre TICKETS ON SALE torontogolfshow.com • DEMO RANGE • LEADING INSTRUCTORS • GIVEAWAYS & MORE! PRESENTEDBY AJAX - Homemade food. Hefty portions. That's how Mike MacLeod sums up what he's cooking at Happy Grillmore's, a new takeout food joint in Ajax. "It's all homemade and cooked fresh to order. I just want to give people a good meal," he says. MacLeod worked in catering for more than 20 years, before he became a project manager and started spending a lot of his work- ing life on the road. The longtime Ajax resident wanted a way to work close to home and connect with the com- munity - a return to cooking was the answer. When the owner of Porky's Grill on Notion Road decided to get out of the business, MacLeod saw an opportunity to fix up the trailer and give it new life as Hap- py Grillmore's Food Shack. It's been open for about two months, serving breakfast and lunch.This fall is a trial run for the new spot - MacLeod plans to close for a few months when things get really chilly. In the spring, he's planning to add golf cart themed seating, a nod to the Adam Sandler golf comedy the shack is named for. So far, customer favourites in- clude the half ounce burgers, a tenderloin steak sandwich and a barbecue brisket sandwich, which sells out when MacLeod makes it once a week. With the arrival of cooler weather MacLeod will be offering weekly specials like chili and hearty soups. The menu is rounded out with comfort food favourites from poutine, to Montreal smoked meat on rye bread. Happy Grillmore's customers can call ahead at 905-427-8333 if they don't want to wait for food- ."This isn't like the McDonald's drive thru. The food is all made fresh to order, it takes a bit of time," MacLeod says. "If you want to be quick, call before you come." You can find Happy Grill- more's at 57 Notion Road in Ajax, south of Kingston Road. We want to hear about your fa- vourite places to eat in Durham! Old favourites, hidden gems, new restaurants opening, awesome food trucks. Send your great eats to reporter Jillian Follert at jfoll- ert@durhamregion.com FOOD AND DRINK BRISKET AND BURGERS: NEW AJAX FOOD SHACK ALL ABOUT SIMPLE, HOMEMADE FOOD Mike MacLeod recently opened Happy Grillmore's food truck in Ajax, which focuses on homemade burgers and sandwiches, like a beef brisket hoagie and Montreal smoked meat on rye. Sabrina Byrnes/Torstar HAPPY GRILLMORE'S Address: 57 Notion Rd., Ajax Phone: 905-427-8333 SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT DURHAMREGION.COM HAPPY GRILLMORE’S LET’S CUSTOMERS IN A HURRY CALL AHEAD TO ORDER JILLIAN FOLLERT jfollert@durhamregion.com 35 | Pi c k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Expires November 21, 2019 Appointments are recommended, but not necessary Turn big purchases into small payments. 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Please go to our website http://pineridgearts.org/ for forms. Pickering Rotary Music Festival Registration WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: St. George's Angli- can Church, 77 Randall Dr., Ajax CONTACT: John Currie, john.cur- rie@pickeringrotary.ca, http:// www.events.solaris- live.com/Picker- ing-Rotary-Music- Festival-202 COST: registration costs vary per category Registration for the Pickering Rotary Music Festival is now open!!! Over 100 categories for different genres and ages!! Register before Dec. 20. Festival is feb 27-march 12, 2020. Ad- judications, awards, scholarships. Apply online today!! All Abilities Indoor Soccer WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Pickering Soccer Centre, 1975 Clements Rd., Pickering CONTACT: Tammy Lyle-Gravlev, 905982-9803, allabilities@picke- ringsoccer.ca, http://www.picke- ringsoccer.ca/programs/recre- ational-programs/all-abilities/ COST: Cost: $95.00 (Subsidies available) Fall/Winter 2019-2020 Registra- tion is now open. Pre-registration is required: https://pickeringsoc- cer.sportngin.com/register/ form/696230945 Better Business Expo WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m WHERE: Audley Recreation Centre, 1955 Audley Rd. N., Ajax CONTACT: priority@ajax.ca The Ajax Better Business Expo is a trade show and networking event. More than 100 exhibitors will be on hand. Free workshops from noon to 3 p.m. (registration required) and the trade show is from 3 to 6 p.m. The Cemetery Club - Ajax Community Theatre WHEN: 8:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m WHERE: St. Francis Centre, 78 Church St. South, Ajax CONTACT: 289-892-4132, info@ajaxcom- munitytheatre.com, https:// ajaxcommunityth- eatre.com/contact/ COST: Tickets: $22 General, $15 Student, $20 Seniors (60+), Group $20 This play is about three Jewish widows who meet monthly for tea before visiting their husbands' graves. The ladies meet Sam at the cemetery visiting his wife's grave. A budding romance between Sam and Ida is squashed by Lucille and Doris. Or is it? Two for the Show at The Edge Lounge WHEN: 9:45 p.m - 1:30 a.m WHERE: The Edge Lounge, 252 Bayly Street West, Ajax CONTACT: The Edge Lounge COST: $5 cover after 9:30 p.m. Two for the Show take the stage at The Edge Lounge. DJ Ray spins the tunes between sets. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Fall Bazaar WHEN: 8:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 606, 1555 Bayly St., Pickering CONTACT: onta- rio227oes@gmail.com The Order of the Eastern Star is holding its annual Brunch and Bazaar. Home-baked items, crafts and door prizes. Vendor space available. Holly Bazaar WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: St. Martin's Anglican Church - Pickering, 1203 St. Martins Dr., Pickering CONTACT: St. Martin's Anglican Church, 9058394257, office@stmar- tinsanglican.ca, http:// www.stmartinsanglican.ca Join us for St. Martin's annual Holly Bazaar featuring Granny's Attic, baked goods, jewelry, handmade American doll clothes, ornaments, crafts and preserves, stocking stuffers, face painting, games, vendors, and refresh- ments in our Cafe by the Bay! St. Timothy's Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: St. Timothy's Presbyteri- an Church, 97 Burcher Rd., Ajax CONTACT: Donna Frame, ana- kay.n.kelly@gmail.com St. Timothy's Presbyterian Church presents its annual Bazaar and Bake Sale. We have vendors, crafts, a bake sale, miscellaneous items etc. Come and stay for lunch at a reasonable price. Lunch to go is also available! Fall Bazaar and Christmas Market WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: St. George's Anglican Church Pickering Village - Ajax, 77 Randall Drive, Ajax CON- TACT: Susan Spicer, 9056837981, stgeorgesa- jax@gmail.com, stge- orgeschurch.ca Treasures, silent auc- tion, raffle with great prizes, gently used clothing, craft items, homemade goods, baking, photos with Santa, tea room with delicious lunch. Come and enjoy an old-fashioned church bazaar. Ajax Blood Donor Clinic WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Ajax Community Center - HMS Room, 75 Centennial Road, Ajax CONTACT: Canadian Blood Services, 888-236-6283, http:// www.blood.ca Join Canada's lifeline by donating blood. Blood donors are needed at the Ajax Community Centre mobile donor centre, to book your appointment and for eligibility information please visit www.blood.ca. A Night at the SPUC Dinner Theatre WHEN: 4:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m WHERE: St. Paul's United Church, 65 King's Crescent, Ajax CONTACT: Catharine Ottaway, 905 683 4740, office@stpaulsa- jax.org, https://stpaulsa- jax.org/mc-events/a-night-at- the-spuc-dinner-theatre/COST: Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased by contacting the Church Office. Please join us on Saturday, Nov. 16 at St. Paul's United Church's annual 2019 Fall Fundraiser. The event includes a delicious meal, a pop a balloon game and Silent Auction and a presentation by the Old Time Radio Gospel Hour Players. Tamin Thunder at The Edge Lounge WHEN: 9:45 p.m - 1:30 a.m WHERE: The Edge Lounge, 252 Bayly Street West, Ajax CONTACT: The Edge Lounge COST: $5 cover after 9:30 p.m. Tamin Thunder takes the stage at The Edge Lounge. DJ Ray spins the tunes between sets. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Turkey Supper WHEN: 5:00 p.m WHERE: Mt. Zion United Church, Salem Road and 8th Concession, Pickering CONTACT: 905-649-5200 COST: Adults $20, children 12 and under $5 Mt. Zion United Church hosts the popular annual event, with sit- tings at 5 and 6:30 p.m. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Donor Event WHEN: 9:30 a.m - 2:30 p.m WHERE: Pickering Nuclear Gener- ating Station, 1675 Montgomery Park Road, Pickering CONTACT: Canadi- an Blood Services, 888-236-6283, http:// www.blood.ca This blood donor event at Pickering Nuclear Generating Station is open to the public and is held in the Information Centre auditorium to book please visit www.blood.ca. What Is Inbound Marketing and Is It Right For My Business? WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 2:30 p.m WHERE: Chestnut Hill Devel- opments Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd, Pickering CONTACT: Teresa Shaver, (905) 668-4949, tshaver@bacd.ca A term that was coined by the industry powerhouse, Hubspot, Inbound Marketing is, in essence, a combination of pull marketing tactics that are designed to work in unison to create awareness of your brand and attract customers. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Historic Church Tuesday Open Door WHEN: 12:30 p.m - 2:30 p.m WHERE: St. George's Anglican Church, 77 Randall Dr., Ajax CONTACT: Church Administrator, 905-683-7981, stgeorgesa- jax@gmail.com, http://stge- orgeschurch.ca/ St. George's Pickering Village (Ajax) Historic Anglican Church is open Tuesday's 12:30-2:30. Come in to explore our church. Built in 1859 the church is open for visitors to tour or just come in for a quiet moment of contempla- tion. EVENTS Visit durhamregion.com/events for more! Santa Claus parades goes live on Nov. 1. For December, we’ll be featuring Things to do with the family during the Christmas holidays. Visit durhamregion.com/events and hit the POST YOUR EVENT button to submit these or any other community events! dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 36 Your only destination for more coupons, #SavingWithSave Save $1.50 on any NUK® Pacifier. Get your coupon at save.ca/coupons Find what you’re looking for, in the location you want, for the price you want to pay! Right Choice{ } C ar Place Price C atch a Great Deal! Brows e our inventory of vehicles by Body Style, popular Makes and Models, Province, popular Cities or by Price. Whatever path you choose, you will find the right car, in the right location, for the right price! DURHAM - Durham's annual Food for Clothing Exchange is coming up Nov. 23. The event is open to families across Durham who are in need of winter clothing. Non-perishable food items can be brought to ex- change for clothing includ- ing coats, snowsuits, boots, pants, sweaters, hats, mitts and scarves. The exchange runs from 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 23 at Bobby Orr Public School, 7 Waterloo St. in Oshawa. Local residents can help by donating new or used winter clothing for the exchange. Donated clothing that requires dry cleaning can be dropped off at one of three local cleaners by Nov. 18: Carriage Trade Cleaners at 932 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa; Professional Dry Cleaners at 850 King St. W. in Oshawa; or Betty Brite Cleaners at 864 Brock St. N. in Whitby. Contact organizer Jim Fergusson at 905-436-0275 for more information. DURHAM'S ANNUAL FOOD FOR CLOTHING EXCHANGE IS NOV. 23 Durham Food for Clothing Exchange organizer Jim Fergusson helped to sort donated clothes with students at Monsignor John Pereyma Catholic Secondary School. 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PRICE $1898.PAIR SAVE $400 $699 $649 $1799 $1699 MAYTAG® MFI2269FRZ 33- Inch Wide French Door Refrigerator with Beverage Chiller ™ Compartment and External Ice & Water Dispenser Also Available in White or Black $1999$1499 $4199 $2999 REG. PRICE $599.SAVE $200 AMANA® ADB14OOAGS Dishwasher with Triple Filter Wash System. Also Available In White $399 $799 $899 Washer Sale Price $849. Dryer Sale Price $649. $1498 PAIR Ajax & Pickering!Thank You Best Business That Gives To The Community Best Live Event: Pickering Ribfest To find out more about how you too can serve your community or to become a member, visit www.ajaxrotary.org. 2019 Readers’ Choice Advertising Feature It all began as a small- business appliance store in the little Village of Hampton. Now more than 60 years later, Pad- dy’s Market still gives the personal customer ser- vice of a small-business, all while it’s grown into one of Ontario's leading appliance retailers. “Paddy’s Market has a very loyal customer base and we cannot thank them enough for sup- porting us in the commu- nity,” said Jamie McKeen, General Man- ager. Thousands of families in Durham Region have trusted them for new appliances and repair services. The combination of Paddy’s Market top qual- ity customer service and their selection of major brand-name appliances keeps customers coming back. “We are family owned and operated, because of this it is with a great sense of pride we strive to provide our customers with an exceptional con- sumer experience,” add- ed Jamie. “From the purchase to after sale support, customer ser- vice is very important to us.” Paddy’s Market is always adding to their product lines, offering items like outdoor furni- ture, wood-fired smok- ers, and continually up- dating the showroom to carry the latest innova- tive products in the in- dustry. Customers from across Durham Region voted for Paddy's Market in the Readers’ Choice Awards. The store has taken home Readers’ Choice awards for many consecutive years, and the streak shows no sign of stopping. “Next year we are celebrating 65 years in business and we would like to thank all our cus- tomers for the support,” said Jamie. Paddy's Market is located at 2212 Taunton Road in Hampton. For more information, visit www.paddysmarket.ca or call 905-263-8369. Paddy’s Market: Big Selection with Small-Business Heart dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 6 Specializing In:Decks•Interlock•Fences info@deckplus.ca • 647-986-DECK(3325) • www.deckplus.ca Wearehonouredtobechosenonce againasyourfavouriteDeck/Fence/ PatiocompanyandGeneral ContractingService.Winner Thankyou.Weappreciateeachandeveryoneofyou. Fernanda’s Boutique & Alterations is honoured to be #1 once again in the Ajax/Pickering Readers’Choice Awards. 905-492-7658 45A-1295 Wharf St.,Pickering Thank you Ajax & Pickering for voting me Diamond for best Mortgage Agent! It’s an honour that I do not take lightly. Hannah Stojanovski, MortgageAgent Capital Lending Centre (Lic #12830) 1885 Clements Rd #259, Pickering (289) 608-7185 service@mortgageswithhannah.ca www.mortgageswithhannah.ca Thank You for Your Support & voting us your Favourite Orthodontic Team! It has been our privilege to serve the community for over 20 years and we appreciate this community recognition. DR. CHRISTOPHER TOM - ORTHODONTIST 1890 Glenview Road,Pickering (North side of Kingston Road) • Invisible Braces • Braces for Children & Adults • No referral needed • We welcome new patients • Call to book your complimentary evaluation 905-839-1268 Visit our website at: www.drtomortho.ca DR. CHRISTOPHER TOM ORTHODONTIST 201 3 READE RS’C HOICEA WARDPLATINUM 20 1 7 READE RS’C HOICE A WARD PLATINUM READERS’ CHOICE AWARD Platinum 2018 AliBandaliD.Ch,Chiropodist FootCare •Orthotics •ComfortShoes FootProducts •SportsRelatedInjuries 905-837-2727 pickeringfootclinic.com 1105DKingstonRoad,Suite204 Foot Care Specialist - Ali Bandali Foot Care Clinic Thank you for yourVotes and all of your Support Yasmine Shero DD Denturist (denture Specialist) 905.492.2545 1450 Kingston Rd., Unit 13, Pickering THANK YOU FOR VOTING US Diamond Denture Clinic Platinum Denturist 2019 Readers’ Choice Advertising Feature Dr. Christopher Tom, Plati- num Award Best Orthodon- tist Dr. Christopher Tom and his orthodontic team are creating bright, confident smiles in a new bright and open Pickering clinic. This summer, Dr. Tom moved into a new office at 1890 Glen- view Rd. “It’s got wall-to-wall win- dows. It’s nice and bright- .Hopefully everyone enjoys our bright, new clinic,” said Dr. Tom In Pickering, Dr. Christo- pher Tom and his orthodontic team have been providing bright, confident smiles for more than 20 years. For years, readers have voted for Dr. Christopher Tom as the Best Orthodontist in the Readers' Choice Awards. He has been named the Plati- num Award winner for Best Orthodontist again for 2019. “We’ve been practising orthodontics care in the Pickering community fo 25 years. People receive our excellent service and results and let their friends and family know,” said Dr. Tom. Children, teens and adult patients are all welcome to come in to achieve a straight, happy smile. The first ap- pointment will be a compli- mentary evaluation, where Dr. Tom will explain the op- tions available to you. His clinic offers Invisalign® clear aligners, In-Ovation C® clear braces and traditional metal braces. Dr. Tom’s clinic has ben recognized for the amazing patient care and the remark- able results. “We have amazing com- mitted long-time staff. We try to treat everyone a little bit like family,” said Dr. Tom. “We have a nice new bright mod- ern space. We hope to con- tinue to provide excellent care in our bright new facil- ity.” Schedule a free evalua- tion today to begin the orth- odontic journey to a smile that needs to be shown off. Dr. Christopher Tom is located at 1890 Glenview Rd. in Pickering. For more in- formation, call 905-839-1268 or visit www.drtomortho.ca. Patients love showing off their smiles from Dr. Christopher Tom 7 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Thank you to all of our clients & friends who voted us the Diamond Award Winner for Best Bathroom Design/Renovation! Call us today to help you create your oasis. 1020 Brock Rd., Pickering 905-686-2001 mkbi.com The Latest Trends…The Finest Quality Design Products! 1400 Victoria Street East Unit 20 Whitby sales@thetilehouse.ca 905-668-2434 1095 Kingston Road, Unit 3 Pickering info@thetilehouse.ca 905-839-1434 WHITBY PICKERINGWWW.THETILEHOUSE.CA Proud to receive the Gold Award for Best Flooring. Thank you to everyone for your continued support. 2019 Readers’ Choice Advertising Feature Monarch Kitchen, Bath and Home - Diamond Award for Best Bath Design/Renova- tion Ajax and Pickering Monarch Kitchen, Bath and Home thrills their clients by creating spaces that reflect their personal style and meet their needs for function and versatility - now and for years to come. “We follow through on our promises,” said Neil Samson, owner of Monarch Kitchen, Bath and Home. “We treat your home with respect.” Homeowners love Mon- arch for providing detailed estimates and plans before any work commences. The company brings talented, qualified in-house trades- people to every renovation (with all appropriate insur- ance and WSIB papers in order). “We have grown into full home renovations; not just kitchen and bathrooms but full interior spaces,” said Neil. “We have been in busi- ness for 37 years.” The Monarch crew fully- manages projects from start to finish. New this year, the company implemented pro- ject management software tools to streamline their processes and procedures. Readers’ Choice voters have crowned Monarch Kitchen Bath and Home with the 2019 Diamond Award for Best Bath Design and Reno- vation. Their clients have one lead designer for their pro- ject and the benefit of an entire team of experienced design professionals working together to serve them. The Monarch team is proud of their extensive knowledge, boundless creativity and variety of services. “We take care of you like family. You have our word,” said Neil. To discover how easy it is to work with Monarch, tour the showroom at 1020 Brock Road, Unit 6 in Pickering. Visit www.mkbi.com, call 905-686-2001 or email con- tact@mkbi.com for more information. Clients all aflutter over Monarch full-home renos The Tile House, Gold Award Winner Best Flooring Professional contractors and Do-It-Yourselfers alike find a warm welcome at The Tile House, where the cus- tomers are number 1. “Let our friendly staff help you find everything you need to complete your reno- vations and projects,” said Dave Barths, The Tile House Store Manager. The shop offers one of the largest selections of porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, and mosaics tiles in the Durham Region. The Tile House offers high quality products to suit all budget needs – including exclusive lines imported from Spain and Italy. Over the past year, The Tile House has grown with both the Pickering and the new Whitby location becom- ing more established in the community. “Every day we see fresh faces that want to come in and see what The Tile House is all about,” added Dave. The Tile House prides itself on its exceptional cus- tomer service. Visitors are always greeted with a smile and a ‘hello’. With a wide range of products (ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaics, thin set mortars and grouts, floor heating sys- tems, accessories, shower systems) customers appreci- ate the expert staff help for every step of their tiling needs. They showed their love for the shop by voting them for Readers’ Choice Best Flooring again this year. “We do everything we can to make sure that our customers leave happy. With our customer service, our selection, and our prices it’s not hard to leave happy,” said Dave. For the best in tiling in- spiration and expertise, just pop in to The Tile House at 1095 Kingston Road, Unit 3 in Pickering or at 1400 Victoria Street East, Unit 20 in Whit- by. Visit www.thetilehouse.ca or call 905.668.2434 (Whit- by) or 905.839.1434 (Picker- ing) for more information. Happy customers foundation for The Tile House win dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 8 LibertyTaxCanada.ca Thank you!! for voting us the Best In: • Income Tax Preparation (Platinum) • Accounting (Platinum) • Bookkeeping Services (Diamond) Open Year Round to Serve You 905-837-0829 905-619-3619 Pickering 8-1550 Kingston Rd. Pickering, L1V 1C3 (at Valley Farm Rd.) libertytaxpickering@bellnet.ca ajax 4-110 Ritchie Ave., Ajax, L1S 7G5 libertytaxajax@bellnet.ca www.ajaxroofing.com Thank you to all of our Customers and Friends who have voted for us Year after Year. We are proud to be the recipient of the Diamond Award for Best Roofing Company, Best General Contracting Services and Best insulation in the 2019 Readers Choice Awards! Call Today For a Free esTimaTe 905-427-2116 WE TREAT YOUR HOME LIKE OUR OWN We also do Blown In Attic Insulation 2019 Readers’ Choice Advertising Feature 1. Help create jobs If you buy your holiday goods from local shops, you’ll help generate a need to hire more employees. Retail jobs are relatively easy to qualify for, meaning that people who otherwise strug- gle to find work have a better chance of being hired. This allows them to secure in- come during the holidays and hopefully year-round. 2. Enjoy local traditions Wherever you live, chanc- es are there’s a unique holi- day tradition that people in your community take part in. Perhaps it involves a special dish or a particular type of holiday decoration. Regard- less, it’s the perfect way to share something unique about your area with friends and relatives over the holi- days. 3. Support non-profits Small businesses tend to give more money to non- profit organizations, espe- cially local ones. By complet- ing your holiday shopping in the area, you’re ensuring they can give generously to organizations that help the less fortunate and other people in your region. 4. Get better customer service Local business owners are passionate about their products. By buying local, you ensure that you’ll get the very best recommendations possible when making pur- chases. In fact, personalized customer service is a sure- fire way to guarantee you’ll get the perfect presents for your loved ones. And, even if you don’t, returning items will be a cinch. 5. Reduce your carbon footprint Shopping locally is the eco-friendly thing to do, especially if you skip the car and do it on foot. Less driv- ing translates to a decrease in fuel consumption and a smaller carbon footprint overall. In addition, local products haven’t travelled long distances to get to you. This holiday season, shop local to help protect the planet. 6. Stay informed Visiting local shops during the holiday season is a great way to stay informed about what’s going on in your community. You’ll find out what holiday events are taking place, get insider tips about the best products around and reinforce your sense of belonging. 7. Meet Santa Bring the kids along with you and turn your holiday shopping excursion into an outing for the family. The little ones can meet Santa, you can do a bit of browsing and everyone will enjoy indulging in a cup of hot cocoa afterwards. 8. Find unique presents It’s easier to find some- thing truly unique when shopping locally. While you could purchase artisanal creations off the internet, buying something from a local artist ensures it’ll be as special as the person you’re getting it for. Some items can even be personalized. 9. Get fresh food Visit butchers, breweries, bakeries and gourmet gro- cers in your area to enjoy an outstanding holiday feast. In fact, buying local is the best way to find exceptionally fresh produce, pastries, meats and dairy products. In some cases, you may even be able to sample them beforehand. Plus, your local retailers can give you advice on how to prepare their products. 10. Eliminate stress Shopping locally is a great way to eliminate stress. This is because you don’t need to worry about when packages will arrive or the possibility that they might get stolen. Plus, you don’t have to be concerned about re- turns or exchanges, as these things are super easy to do when you buy your items from the retailers in town. 11. Support your local economy Did you know that many small businesses make be- tween 20 and 40 per cent of their annual income during the last two months of the year? November and Decem- ber are crucial months and many stores rely on holiday sales to stay afloat. This holiday season, make sure to buy local so you can directly support the area’s economy. 12. Help build your com- munity Cafés, craft stores and bookshops are prime venues for events that can enrich your community. Supporting these places allows them to host classes, music shows and more, which helps to both enliven the holiday season and to invigorate the local economy. 12 reasons to shop local during the holidays dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 10 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS!2019 AUTOMOTIVE AUTO COLLISION & REPAIR Baseline Collision Fix Auto Pickering Central (P) Three Bears Auto Body (P) Henry Desjardin Automotive AUTO DETAILING Shammy’s Auto Detailing Diamond Shine Street Salon AUTO GLASS Apple Auto Glass Mr. Glass (P) Speedy (P) Aaron Auto Glass AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES Canadian Tire Hotspot Auto Parts OK Tire AUTO SERVICE & REPAIR Master Mechanic - Pickering Mr. D’s Canadian Tire CAR WASH Mr. Shine Car Wash Ajax Coin Car Wash (P) Esso (P) Petro Canada DOMESTIC CAR DEALERSHIP Formula Ford / Lincoln Boyer Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC (P) VanDusen Chevrolet Buick GMC (P) Pickering Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ltd. IMPORT CAR DEALERSHIP Pickering Toyota Lakeridge Auto Gallery Ajax Nissan (G) Ajax Hyundai (G) MOTORCYCLE/ATV/SNOWMOBILE/ BOAT SALES & SERVICE GP Bikes Endras BMW – Motorrad Mackie Harley Davidson (G) Motorsports Pickering (G) MUFFLER & EXHAUST SERVICE Master Mechanic Ajax Automotive & Muf er Midas Muf er OIL/LUBE CHANGE Pro Oil Change Mr. Lube Master Mechanic RECREATION VEHICLES Campkins RV Owasco Camping In Style TIRE SALES & SERVICE Ajax Tire Canadian Tire Tire Depot TOWING SERVICE Powell Towing CAA Duffs Towing USED CAR DEALERSHIP VanDusen Chevrolet Buick GMC Pickering Honda Durham Auto Sales Ltd. (G) Bessada Kia (G) Village Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat (G) ENTERTAINMENT ADULT ACTIVITY/PROGRAM Northern Karate School BILLIARDS/POOL LOUNGE Petrina’s The Edge Drums ‘n Flats CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT Pickering Playing Fields The Fun Factory Indoor Playground & Party Centre Endless Fun DINNER THEATRE Herongate Barn Theatre FAMILY ACTIVITIES Landmark Theatre Cineplex - PTC Pickering Playing Fields GOLF COURSE Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility Carruthers Creek Royal Ashburn Golf Club GOLF DRIVING RANGE Pickering Playing Fields Fox Run Golf Centre & Driving Range INDOOR GAME/PLAY CENTRE The Fun Factory Indoor Playground & Party Centre Endless Fun KIDS ACTIVITIES Northern Karate Schools Kids Corner Learning Centre Protégé Dance Company LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY St. Francis Centre Regent Theatre LIVE THEATRE Herongate Barn Theatre Blackrose Entertainment – Regent Theatre LOCAL FESTIVAL Pickering Ribfest Ajax Home Week Pickering Village Jam LOCAL SPORTS TEAM Pickering Hockey Association Durham West Girls Hockey Association Ajax Minor Hockey Association NIGHT CLUB The Edge Lounge Rum Diaries JMW Lounge RECREATION FACILITY McLean Community Centre Ajax Community Centre Keystone Dance Co. FOOD/DRINK/ GROCERY BAKERY LaManna’s Bun King Bakery Nova Era Bakery BREW YOUR OWN BEER The Brew Kettle Ubrew BUTCHER/MEAT SHOP Bruno’s Signature Farm Boy - Pickering Sal’s Grocery Store CATERING COMPANY Heritage House Hawley Crescent Culinary Services Paul Shannon Caterers (G) Sher’s 5 Star Catering (G) CRAFT BREWING Falcon Brewing Company 5 Paddles Brewing Co. 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Caldwell Plumbing (P) Plumbers Supply (P) POOL COMPANY Colonial Pools Diplomat Pool & Spa Taunton Pools & Spas ROOFING COMPANY Ajax Roo ng and Repair Logik Roo ng Lifestyle Home Products RUBBISH REMOVAL 1-800 Got Junk Chuck It Removal Services Bin There Dump That SHEDS & OUTDOOR STRUCTURES The Deck Guys Shedman Todd’s Sheds SIDING CONTRACTORS/MATERIALS Eastern Eavestroughing Manalco Contracting SUNROOMS & PORCH ENCLOSURES Lifestyle Home Products Four Season Sunrooms Sunspace Sunrooms TREE SERVICE Yard-All Tree Service Able Tree Service (P) Alex Pol Landscape Contracting (P) VACUUM CLEANER SALES & SERVICE Durham Vac (Beam) Mobile Vac WATER TREATMENT McLeods EcoWater Systems Water Depot WINDOW COVERINGS & DRAPERY The Shutter Professionals Feather Your Nest (P) Sunshade Blinds & Drapery (P) Budget Blinds of Ajax WINDOWS & DOORS Albern Windows & Doors (D) Lifestyle Home Products (D) Brock Doors & Windows Ltd. Canada Windows & Doors PEOPLE/ PROFESSIONALS ACCOUNTANT Gregory Badley Dawn Flett Michael Evans ACUPUNCTURIST Alvin Brown Dr. Ayla Azad Dr. Carmen Jweda ARBORIST Warren Ray – Yard-All Tree Service Alex Pol – Alex Pol Landscape Contracting AUCTIONEER Matthew Vail – Murray’s Auctioneers Tiah Auctions AUDIOLOGIST Renee Giroux Jennifer Gilson AUTO MECHANIC Jim Nikolakakis Nick Nikolakakis CHIROPRACTOR Dr. Steven Lester Dr. Darrin Germann Dr. Ayla Azad DANCE INSTRUCTOR Christine Tavares-D’Angelo Dan Cruz Fernando Valles Jr. DENTIST Dr. Neville Dr. Silverstein Dr. Jay Petroff DENTURIST Marah Bennett Yasim Shero ESTHETICIAN Reena S – Derma Spa FINANCIAL ADVISOR Susan Lepp – Edward Jones Tracy Campbell – Investors Group Trudy Butt – Private Wealth Management FITNESS INSTRUCTOR Sandy Spiro, Town of Ajax Linda Calla, Town of Ajax Brock Arthur – Durham Boxing Academy FOOT CARE SPECIALIST Ali Bandali - Pickering Foot Clinic Bill Bitaxis - Axis Family Foot Clinic Dr. Ron Klein GENERAL CONTRACTOR Glenn Hunter – Y&G Construction Group John McLellan Contracting Inc. HAIR STYLIST Christina Leblanc Cristian Ciobanu Brenton Alleyne INSURANCE AGENT/BROKER Marsha Jones-Dooley INTERIOR DESIGNER/DECORATOR Tammy Hart Michelle Doyle-Little LAWYER Mark Woitzik Colin Oldman Deborah Holbrook LOCAL CHEF Kevin Brown – KB’s Chad – Chatterpaul’s Paul Shannon LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT Rob Tyler & Allan Mackay – Two For The Show Liane James – Harpist Bradly Cooper LOCAL MUSICIAN OR BAND Rob Tyler & Allan Mackay – Two For The Show Liane James – Harpist Double The Pleasure MORTGAGE BROKER/ADVISER Hannah Stojanovski Colin Shea MUSIC INSTRUCTOR Soula Hardy NATUROPATH Dr. Cecilia Ho Dr. Vanessa Ling NUTRITIONIST John Kourkounakis OPTOMETRIST Dr. Emile Gillezeau (D) Dr. Jennifer Lee (D) Dr. Bradley Meldrew Dr. Mark Fitzsimmons ORTHODONTIST Dr. Ronald Sperber Dr. Christopher Tom PAINTER Marc Hahn PERSONAL TRAINER Craig Daynard – Town of Ajax Linda Calla - Town of Ajax Bernadette – Pilates by Bernadette (G) Brock Arthur – Durham Boxing Academy (G) PHARMACIST Emad Khalil Eva Ho-Hubbard PHOTOGRAPHER David Guest Photography Brian Wong – b.wong photography (P) Kirsten McGoey – Trinity Design Photography (P) PHYSIOTHERAPIST Alfred Magar Carl Carter Shannon Stroupes PSYCHOLOGIST Dr. David Direnfelt REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST Melissa Lester Ryan Hogan Jaemi Cain VETERINARIAN Dr. Kathleen Fulop Dr. Paul Donovan Dr. John Birch WEDDING/EVENT PLANNER Ashley Farrell Sue Searle Serena Holmes YOGA INSTRUCTOR Carol Seens ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR Dawna Mensha dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 12 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE READERS’ CHOICE WINNERS!2019 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACCOUNTING Gregory Bradley CPA Professional Corporation Liberty Tax Service, Ajax Dawn Flett & Associates ADULT EDUCATION Creative Math & Music Durham College Durham Catholic District School Board ALTERATIONS Fernanda’s at Frenchman’s Bay Gates Alterations BANK/TRUST COMPANY TD Canada Trust CIBC RBC Royal Bank BANQUET FACILITY Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility Ajax Convention Centre Ajax Community Centre (G) The Lake House (G) BOOKKEEPING SERVICES Liberty Tax Service - Ajax BUSINESS THAT GIVES TO COMMUNITY Rotary Club of Ajax Humane Society of Durham Region (P) Windreach Farm (P) MADD Canada COMPUTER SERVICE & REPAIR Best Buy Geek Squad Canada Computers A.P. 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Thank you for your support. 64 years in business & 40,000+ projects ThankYou forVoting Us as the #1Window and Door Company in Ajax/Pickering 2019 Readers’ Choice Advertising Feature Albern Windows and Doors Diamond Award Winner Best Windows and Doors Albern Windows and Doors wants to help their customers see the beautiful potential in their home. Since 1955, the Pickering company has been enhanc- ing the exterior of client’s homes. “We are a 64-year-old company. We have a wel- coming 3,000 square foot showroom available to the public six days a week,” said Paul Goddard, Owner from Albern Windows and Doors. The family-run business is the readers’ top choice for windows and doors. The difference is the team at Albern takes additional time, care and effort to ensure their customer’s project runs smoothly. Being a smaller company means they can respond to client’s needs quickly and carefully with personalized service. “We are a family run business and we have very knowledgeable salespeople and professional installers.” Recently the company has grown to include more product lines, offer more custom products and to begin offering security sys- tems. Customers notice the difference and thousands of families have chosen Albern for custom windows, custom doors, exterior finishes and the quality installation. Albern clients voted the local company as the 2019 Readers’ Choice Diamond Award Winner for Best Win- dows and Doors. “We'd like to send out a special thank you for all our customers that did vote for us. We would love for you to come visit us at our show- room,” added the Albern team. Albern Windows and Doors showroom, at 1735 Bayly St., Unit 14 in Picker- ing, is full of project ideas. For more information call 905-686-0545 or visit their new website at www.albern- .to Custom curb-appeal from Albern Windows and DoorsOwning a small busi- ness can be a challenging but rewarding experience. One of those challenges is learning how to file your taxes properly. If you own a restaurant, bar, hair salon or other business where your em- ployees receive tips from customers, it’s important to know that you have certain responsibilities with re- s pect to how to treat that tip income. How you han- dle tips earned by your s taff determines whether they are considered “di- rect” or “controlled” and w hat your obligations are as a business owner. Controlled tips are tracked and paid by you, the employer. You collect them from customers and control how to pay them out to your employees. For example, you may choose to add an automatic gratu- i ty to a bill, or you may d ecide to share tips equal- l y among your staff. Con- trolled tips should also be i ncluded as part of your employees’ wages, which means that CPP contribu- tions and EI premiums must be deducted at source if the employee is employed in pensionable or insurable employment or both. In contrast, direct tips are amounts that need to b e tracked by the employ- ee, who then declares the i ncome on their tax return. Direct tips go from the customer straight to the employee; for example, cash tips that are handed to the employee by the customer. If your business follows a direct model and a customer includes an amount for a tip when paying their bill by credit or debit card, the tip would be considered to be a direct tip as long as you pay it out promptly and in full to the employee. If you hold those funds, they could be considered con- trolled and you could be- come responsible for CPP contributions and EI premi- ums. Get more information on how to follow the tip- ping model of your choice at canada.ca/tips-gratu- ities-employer. NewsCanada Small business owner? There are things you must know at tax time dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , N o v e m b e r 1 4 , 2 0 1 9 | 18 Il Fornello- Platinum Award Winner Favourite Italian Restaurant, Gold Award Winner Favourite Outdoor Patio, Platinum Award Winner Favourite Pizza, Gold Award Win- ner Favourite Seafood Restaurant In just five years, Il Fornello Restaurant has become one of the best-loved spots in Durham for Italian dining. With a delicious and comprehensive menu, it’s no surprise the Ajax restaurant took home Readers’ Choice awards for Favourite Italian Res- taurant, Favourite Pizza and Favourite Seafood Restaurant. “Il Fornello offers something for every- one from wood-burn- ing oven pizza, pasta, seafood, steak, kids’ menu, gluten free, dairy free and vegan options,” said Owner Stacey Patterson. “We also make almost every food item in house including our own dough and sauc- es.” Il Fornello’s new plant-based menu has generated huge buzz and is bringing in a whole new range of customers into the restaurant. The vegan sausage pizza is leg- endary. “We introduced a full plant-based menu with the help of Veg- an Chef and regis- tered Nutritionist Mar- gie Cook. It has been received beyond our expectations,” added Patterson. She has plans to expand the Sunday Brunch menu and to offer more plant- based creations. Il Fornello, at 95 Kingston Rd. in Ajax, has a menu and wine list uniquely designed for its neighbour- hood. The restaurant sets a casual and welcom- ing tone for diners. The winner of Read- ers’ Choice Favourite Outdoor Patio, also has a 30-seat bar and private dining areas. The dining room is full of comfortable, family-sized booths and the aroma of ma- ple wood coming from the wood-burn- ing oven, imported from Italy. The Neapolitan- style, thin-crust piz- zas that come out of the oven give visitors an authentic taste of Italian dining. From Monday to Thursday after 4 p.m. Il Fornello offers $12 pizzas for dine-in cus- tomers. “Il Fornello has al- ways strived to pro- vide the best quality of food and service and we do everything to make sure that ev- eryone leaves hap- py,” added Patterson. Open every day in December with a number of set menu options, Il Fornello is the perfect spot for holiday parties. The restaurant caters for groups and take out is available through Uber Eats. 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