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The restaurant will donate all lunch and dinner proceeds from run par- ticipants who dine at Mandarin on the day of the run to the Terry Fox Foundation. Vouch- ers will be available to the participants upon registration. “Hopefully, this year will be the most suc- cessful one,” said Mandarin management partner, Johnny Lee. Pickering run organizer Kevin Cahill recounted the story of Mr. Fox, one that’s touched millions of people across the world. “He wasn’t interested in personal fame, accolades or recognition,” he said. SABRINA BYRNES / METROLAND PICKERING -- Andrew Leclair, 9, with sign, was one of several people who showed up to support the Terry Fox Run at a launch at Mandarin restaurant on Sept. 2. The event featured traditional lion dancers. 905-683-6074 Full & Partial Dentures BPS® Dentures Same Day Relines & Repairs Soft Liners Implant Dentures Complimentary Consultations DentureClinics we’ll give you a reason to smile... 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Mom says she’ll keep working to show the judges she wants to be there BY REKA SZEKELY rszekely@durhamregion.com AJAX -- It was a tough week for Ajax So You Think You Can Dance Canada con- testant Jenna-Lynn Higgins, who faced elimination Wednesday after her routine was criticized by some of the judges. “It’s been very, very exciting, I just have to say last night was very stressful,” said Laurie Hig- gins, Jenna-Lynn’s mom. Just like Jenna-Lynn’s other Ajax fans, Ms. Higgins watched the show at home. Jenna-Lynn and partner Nicolas Begin took on a hard- hitting hip hop choreographed by Sho-Tyme. She got the harshest criticism from judge Luther Brown, who said he didn’t think Jenna- Lynn took the routine serious- ly. Ms. Higgins said she believes her daughter took it seriously, but says her frustration at herself for not taking to the routine right away may have come across wrong. “I think that she needs to listen to the comments, I think they’re genuine ... but I think they’re forgetting she’s young,” she said. Jenna-Lynn is one of only two 18 year olds on the show. The other is Corynne Barron, Jenna-Lynn’s roommate, who also landed in the bottom three. Ms. Higgins said the other two girls in the bottom three, including eliminated Mel- anie Buttarazzi, were Jenna-Lynn’s clos- est friends. But not all the judges panned her hip hop and that helped, said Ms. Higgins. “I think she was frus- trated with herself, I think she thought she did a good per- formance and again, I think it’s all perception of what people think of your routine,” she said. “I think (judge Jean- Marc Genereux) is one of her biggest fans and that helps get her through.” Still, Jenna-Lynn told her mom she had a feeling she was going to hit the bottom three and Ms. Higgins chose not to go to the results show. “I don’t think I can take it, I’d rather watch it at home.” Ms. Higgins said she knows her daugh- ter really wants to be there and will work to show the judges that next week. She’s encouraging everyone she knows to vote and even called Pickering High School, where Jenna-Lynn is a recent graduate. “I just called Pickering High today and told them I need everyone to vote because I don’t want her home.” The So You Think You Can Dance Can- ada performance show airs Tuesday nights on CTV. Viewers have two hours to vote after each episode. Results shows are broadcast on Wednesday nights. ~~~~ “Calling All You n g A c t o r s , Singers and Da n c e r s - Ages 10-17” Oshawa Little Theatre Youth Group ‘Free’ Seminar and Audition Notice; • Free workshop “Learn how to Audition for Musical Theatre” Saturday, September 12, 2009 - 10:00AM – 12:00 PM If you are interested in attending this free workshop please RSVP to; youthgroup@oshawalittletheatre.com • Audition Call - Willy Wonka Musical – you must pre-register for the Youth Group Auditions by September 19/09. Submit an Audition Application and a Non-Returnable photo to; youthgroup@oshawalittletheatre.com or drop it off at the Oshawa Little Theatre Mailbox. Auditions to be held on Sat. Sept. 26th - by appt. only.Oshawa Little Theatre 62 Russett Avenue, Oshawa 905-723-0282 Visit; www.oshawalittletheatre.com for more information and the Audition Application Forms. SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA Ajax teen has tough week on the dance floor JENNA-LYNN HIGGINS It’s been very, very exciting, I just have to say last night was very stressful. Laurie Higgins ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 3 P Over 200 Stores & Services H&M The Children’s Place Mastermind Toys ROOTS Zellers Gap East Side Mario’s Coles Sears Lenscrafters Payless ShoeSource Please Mum CIMS Home Health Care TD Canada Trust Sport Chek Gymboree Pearle Vision Clair de Lune Famous Optical the Bay Crate Designs Shoppers Drug Mart pickeringtowncentre.com Clothes that rock Back to school fun Helping our community Finding it all in my mall✓ Counting down to...Counting down to... Clothes that rock Back to school fun Helping our community Finding it all in my mall Countdown to Class School Supply Drive - Until Tuesday, September 15th Back to School Fun for Kids & Teens PJ's Pet Centres - Earth Rangers Show Saturday, September 5th Meet the Animal Ambassadors up close. 11:00am - 3:00pm at Centre Court Visit pickeringtowncentre.com for more details. Help support a student in your community. To make a cash donation: To make a school supply donation: • Lower Level,• Lower Level, • Upper Level, • Lower Level, Guest Services Centre Court near Zellers near Sears Inpartnership with the United Way! WE ASKED Are you looking forward to a federal election? (from left) BRENDA HUTTON --‘No, I am not. We voted for our parties and that’s the way it should stay.’ LOIS CLARKE --‘No, if nothing’s going to change why waste the money?’ MELISSA CLARKE --‘No, the focus should be on the economy, not an election.’ NICHOLAS GRAY --‘No, and I’m not really interested. I just turned 20 and I’ve never voted.’ Liberals, Greens ready to go if federal election is called PICKERING -- At least two candidates in the riding of Pickering-Scarborough East are in place if Canadians head back to the polls this fall. Dell technology marketing manager Kevin Smith has been nominated to run for the Green Party of Can- ada after being “dismayed at the lack of progress on climate change and fossil fuel energy independence,” he said in an e-mail. He feels there is some fatigue following last year’s election because people feel there won’t be a change with the “legacy parties.” But the Green Party has seen increasing interest in the riding, he said, “because we offer voters forward-thinking solutions to our long- term structural challenges.” Competing against Mr. Smith in a possible fall elec- tion may be incumbent Dan McTeague for the Liberal Party of Canada, who’s been formally nomi- nated. He said in an interview he wasn’t sure if an election will be called. “It’s hard to say,” he said. “We’re ready. We have to be ready.” The Liberals have “impressive candi- dates” and strong pol- icies in order and are ready to offer a competitive vision of the country’s future, he said. While there could be voter fatigue, Mr. McTeague said the country’s undergone “tumultuous times” and added Prime Minister Stephen Harper himself has called elections in the past. Mr. McTeague hasn’t heard of any other candidates but said “I encourage all those who are thinking of running to go ahead.” George Khouri, who ran against Mr. McTeague last year as the Conservative Party of Canada candidate, hasn’t decided whether he’ll run again. It’s a big com- mitment, he said, and he has to discuss it more with his family. But running is something he’s “absolutely” considering. “It’s an election that shouldn’t be happening,” he said. He pointed out Canada was the last country to enter the recession and the first to get out of it. Gary Dale, president of the Pickering-Scarborough East New Democratic Party of Canada riding associa- tion, said a candidate search is being conducted and a nomination meeting should be held later this month. Regarding voter fatigue, he said “I suspect the main fatigue is with the voters being fed up of the Liberals and Conservatives jockeying for seats in Parliament rather than focusing on the issues that are important to Canadians.” POLITICS Candidates gearing up in Pickering- Scarborough East It’s an election that shouldn’t be happening. George Khouri The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby ON L1N 6A3 Telephone 905-668 -7711 or 1-800-372-1102 www.durham.ca WORKS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE The Regional Municipality of Durham’s project to reconstruct Altona Road from Kingston Road to Sheppard Avenue / Twyn Rivers Drive, in the City of Pickering, is scheduled to commence on Sept. 8. The proposed work includes: road reconstruction, traffic signals, street lighting, installation of new curb and gutter, storm sewer reconstruction, watermain replacement, concrete sidewalk, asphalt multi-use path and landscaping improvements. Altona Road will be closed to through traffic as detailed below. ALTONA ROAD CONSTRUCTION STAGING Stage One (2009) Eight-week road closure from Sept. 8 to Oct. 30, from 100 metres north of Kingston Road to north of the Brookridge / Valley Gate intersection. Stage Two and Three (Spring/Summer 2010) Road closures and lane restrictions from Brookridge/Valley Gate intersection to Sheppard Avenue/Twyn Rivers intersection. The staging plan above will minimize impact to residents and businesses, while providing a safe work zone for the construction. All local businesses will remain open during the road closures and will be accessible at all times by pedestrians. Residents are asked to exercise additional caution for the safety of the workers. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. The Region realizes that the work will be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Please note that further project information is posted on The Regional Municipality of Durham’s website at www.durham.ca/studiesandprojects. For questions, please contact one of the following staff members from The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department. Eric Lamain Bob Hoy Senior Project Coordinator Site Inspector 905-668-7711 ext. 3472 289-314-2055 eric.lamain@durham.ca ROAD CLOSURE Altona Road Reconstruction, City of Pickering DETAILED PROGRESS REPORT OPEN HOUSE 8AM-7PM Sep 16th & 17th curves.com 905-509-5578 300 Kingston Rd., Pickering (Gates Plaza at Altona) CurvesSmart. Powered by MYTRAK. ©2009 Curves International, Inc. PERSONAL COACHING SYSTEM Now there’s a workout that keeps you motivated like never before to get the results you want. Experience CurvesSmart.® ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 4 P The famous story began when Mr. Fox began his Marathon of Hope in St. John’s, Nfld. on April 12, 1980, with his best friend following closely behind in a camping van, collecting donations. Mr. Fox had been diagnosed with bone cancer at the age of 18 and lost one leg to the disease. He hoped to collect $1 from every Canadian. He had to quit his run outside of Thun- der Bay, Ont. but various fundraising events ensued. His dream was realized in February, 1981, when more than $24 million was raised and Canada’s population was 24.1 million. He died on June 28, 1981. Josephine Cavarra, Terry Fox Works devel- opment officer, attended the Sept. 2 event in Pickering and offered her praise for people who take part in the run. “Many of our loved ones have been lost to this disease but, more importantly, many are still alive because of Terry and people like yourselves,” she said. One of the families supporting the Terry Fox Foundation is the Harold family. Alex, 16, has muscular dystrophy and although he participates in the Walk for Muscular Dystro- phy each year, he’s been touched by Mr. Fox and has joined the Pickering committee this year. “My dad’s been running it for the last four years,” the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School student said, adding his father actu- ally saw Mr. Fox running through Toronto during his marathon. Alex has been trying to spread the word about the run and while he doesn’t push people to participate, he tells them it’s some- thing worthwhile to consider. He explained now, 60 per cent of people with cancer are cured or are given more of a chance to live. “It used to be 30 per cent of people,” he said. “It speaks for itself. The money has to help.” The run will take place on Sunday, Sept. 13 at the Pickering Recreation Complex (1867 Valley Farm Rd.). Registration and start time is at 9 a.m. The run is not competitive, and participants can run, walk, in-line skate, cycle or use a wheelchair. There are no reg- istration fees or minimum donation require- ments. For more information: CALL 905-509-5668 EMAIL kcahill@city.pickering.on.ca SABRINA BYRNES / METROLAND PICKERING -- Charlotte and Sasha Melnyk held signs to show their support at the official launch for the 21st annual Terry Fox Run for cancer research at the Mandarin restaurant on Sept. 2. COMMUNITY Terry Fox run marks 21 years in Pickering Many of our loved ones have been lost to this disease, but more importantly, many are still alive because of Terry and people like yourselves. Josephine Cavarra TERRY from page 1 DURHAM -- The skills learned to become a ski patrol- ler stay for life and save lives, according to a national organization. The Canadian Ski Patrol System is looking for new Durham recruits, the organization says volunteers learn valuable skills to deal with emergency situations. “We don’t just bandage you up, call 911 and wait for an EMS ambulance to arrive,” according to Russ Pyper, Kawartha Zone vice president of education for CSPS. According to the group, the training will help parents, campers, boaters, cyclists, athletes and office/factory workers. A recruitment evening is on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Whitby Real Canadian Superstore, upper level. For more information: visit www.kawartha.skipatrol.ca LIFESAVING Durham ski patrollers needed by group ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 5 AP COURTS Marco Trotta guilty of manslaughter in baby’s 1993 Oshawa death All charges against wife Anisa stayed BY JENNIFER STONE jstone@durhamregion.com WHITBY -- Date-stamped family videos chronicling some of the last days of eight-and-a-half month old Paolo Trotta’s life, showing bruises to the baby’s face as they faded and were replaced with new ones, were among the evidence Thursday as his father was found guilty of man- slaughter. The video, taken over a number of days during the-then Oshawa fami- ly’s trip to Florida which ended just days before the baby’s May 1993 death, also showed the boy’s father biting the child’s nose --- not for the first time, Crown Attorney Paul Murray suggested in court. But Marco Trotta, now 40, won’t be going to jail for the infant’s death, even though court heard of a litany of injuries the infant suffered at the hands of his father. Earlier convicted of second- degree murder in the boy’s death, largely on the strength of testimo- ny of disgraced pathologist Charles Smith, Mr. Trotta already served almost nine years. But, when Dr. Smith’s findings in many of the autopsies he completed over sever- al years came under fire, Mr. Trotta was granted a new trial. Mr. Trotta, now stocky and sport- ing a stubbly shaved head, watched the video closely as it played. He pleaded guilty to assault caus- ing bodily harm, but not guilty to manslaughter Thursday morning, but was found guilty of both, receiv- ing a suspended sentence and time served, as well as 12 months’ pro- bation and a lifetime prohibition on possessing weapons. He must also submit DNA to police in Peel Region, where he now lives with his wife, Anisa Trotta. Mrs. Trotta had earlier been con- victed of criminal negligence and failure to provide the necessities of life, but all charges against her were stayed as a result of Thursday’s pro- ceedings. She served three years in jail. She remains bound by a court order to stay away from a number of family members, including her mother. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome was originally thought to have caused Paolo’s death. It was almost a year after the boy died that anoth- er of the couple’s children was taken to hospital in Kingston with obvious signs of abuse and the investigation into Paolo’s death was re-opened. His body was exhumed and doctors found evidence of severe, ongoing abuse, including three skull frac- tures. “The opinion of all experts is that, with the litany of injuries, Paolo was an abused and battered child,” Mr. Murray read in a memorandum of proof presented in court. The case was “incredibly tragic,” Justice Michael Brown said, not- ing while Mr. Trotta’s conduct “up to and including (Paolo’s) death is unspeakable, the real tragedy is that no sentence I can impose today on Mr. Trotta can bring Paolo Trotta back to life. I wish it could.” The entire situation has “been a nightmare for my wife and me for years,” Mr. Trotta said when asked by the judge if he had anything to say. Outside court, Mr. Trotta said he had no choice but to accept Thurs- day’s verdict. “I think I had no choice but to do what I had to do. What kind of fair trial would I have had?” he asked before being shushed by his lawyer, Paul Bennett. Mrs. Trotta offered only a terse “no comment.” Though Mr. Trotta was found guilty of a lesser charge than the one on which he was originally con- victed, Durham Regional Police officers who investigated at the time of the crime say the finding was sat- isfying. “This case was resolved in 1998,” now Deputy Chief Chuck Mercier said outside court. “This is just a reaffirmation of the outcome of 1998.” -- With files from Jeff Mitchell WATCH the video story @ newsdurhamregion.com DURHAM -- A bruised Paolo Trotta. His father, Marco, was found guilty of manslaughter. WE THINK... email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com & A Metroland Media Group Ltd. Publication Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classifi ed Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Offi ce Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales 905-683-5110 Fax 905-683-7363 Classifi eds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, SNA. All content copyright Editorial Opinions Recession is far from over To the editor: I am so glad to hear the government announce that the recession is over. What do they take us for, morons? People are still being laid off, still having to sell their homes or going bankrupt as they b.s. us. GM laid off more last week, but they (GM) make it sound good when they announce more overtime. We need to wake up, they paint this pretty picture so it will cover up all their scandals, such as eHealth, OLG, etc. I am laid off (GM) and when they say we turned the corner on the recession (the GDP was up one month out of 10) it was holiday time (June). Unemployment is still high and if they say different it’s because people have exhausted their claims. Maybe it’s time for a revolt. Want to buy a house, Mr. Harper? Glen Morton Oshawa Canada has no national abortion law To the editor: Re: ‘Time to move on from abortion debate’, letter from Josh Terry, Aug. 27. Contrary to the opinion presented regard- ing the Supreme Court decision on abor- tion, the issue was not settled in 1988 -- the old law was struck down by the court in anticipation of a new law that would be put into place by Parliament to replace the old law. This has still not been done. As such, our national leaders have been playing political football with the lives of women and their unborn children since then, giv- ing us no legal, let alone moral, guidelines on this very difficult issue. There is a prob- lem in this country if abortion is seen as the only possible outcome to some 100,000 pregnancies every year. Real alternatives exist, but these are not adequately support- ed by our governments. To get to the heart of the issue, put all the rhetoric about rights and religion aside, and just ask an adopted person if they would have chosen to have been aborted. I know where I would stand. Robert Weindorfer Whitby Protecting officer’s identity was the right thing to do To the editor: Re: ‘Protecting identity of racing cop a poor decision’, editorial, Aug. 19. So an officer is clocked going 52 km/h over the speed limit while on duty. You failed to advise the public that police, when in the execution of their duty, are exempt from speeding laws. There is so much focus on crucifying this officer just because he is an officer and not on the finer points. Do we know why the officer was speed- ing at the time? No, so let’s wait and see if maybe the officer was on his way to back someone up or to some sort of serious call. I am a police officer in the GTA, and when an officer is assigned to undercover duties, every attention to detail must be taken. We get shot at, stabbed, assaulted and, regret- fully, sometimes killed, yet you choose to argue the fact that the undercover officer should be identified. To leave this decision in a judge’s hands is ridiculous. Judges today are releasing killers and rapists and giving sentences that are laughed at by criminals. Sure, we are aware that police are held to a higher standard, but we make mistakes like everyone else, and I hope people real- ize that. If this officer was speeding for no reason, I am sure it will be sorted out by the courts. But to jeopardize the possible safety of this officer and perhaps his family is ludicrous. We protect the public on a daily basis and sometimes this requires an officer to put his life at risk for the greater good. You should be ashamed to say that pro- tecting the officer’s identity was a poor decision. Bryan Smith Oshawa Be ready to take your time as kids head back to school Road safety is paramount as little ones share the pavement It comes as late as it possibly can, but the most wonderful time of the year is finally here. No, it’s not Christmas: it’s back to school. Labour Day falls on Sept. 7 and the kids -- well, the vast majority of them anyway -- will be going back to school on Tues- day, Sept. 8, so it’s important to be more aware of what you’re doing out there. The roads are going to be a lot more crowded in the mornings and mid-after- noons and school buses, with their flash- ing lights, will be stopping and starting along routes. You’ll have to keep your eyes open and on the road to make sure you are watch- ing for the little ones as they head back to school. Remember, too, that there are speed restrictions in school zones and that tak- ing your time when you are near a school is always the best policy. You never know when a child may unex- pectedly dart out in front of your vehicle. You have to be ready to stop at a split- second’s notice. Once those school buses stop and their flashing red lights go on, combined with that swinging stop sign, you are obliged by law to stop in both directions. You must wait until the lights go off and the stop sign descends back to the side of the bus. The penalties for not following the rules are severe but they are only a minor part of the picture. Ignoring the school bus signals could lead to a tragedy. You will also be faced with crossing guards and children making their way across cross walks. That means paying attention at inter- sections and when making turns. Routes you have driven over the past two months that were quiet and child- free will now be busy, so take a little more time and have patience. You’ll need it. The best advice is to expect that every- thing will take you a little longer than you have been used to. But a little care and control is more than worth it as children make their way back to school. 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Nancy van Rooy, of Pickering, steps down from Girls Inc. board BY REKA SZEKELY rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- She’s known in the commu- nity as the public face of Durham police, but that’s not the only organization where Ser- geant Nancy van Rooy has made her mark. She’s also a long-time volunteer in the com- munity and has been with Girls Inc. and its previous incarnation, Big Sisters, for 20 years. Now, she’s stepping down as president of the board of directors, but says working with the girls over the years has made a lasting impres- sion on her. Sgt. van Rooy started volunteering with Big Sisters in 1989. Married, but without any children then, Sgt. van Rooy had extra time and since she’d always been a volunteer, she decided to donate her time. “I grew up without a sister or girl cousins ... so I thought maybe there’s a young person who might want a big sister.” She was matched with seven-year-old Emily and the two began to regularly spend time together, going bowling and to the mov- ies. Sgt. van Rooy would go to Emily’s school functions and they would attend Big Sisters events together. The Pickering resident said the experience was more than she expected. “It was to benefit Emily, but I must tell you what a benefit it was for me as a person.” The two were matched for 10 years formal- ly, until Emily outgrew the program, but to this day the two women keep in touch. Sgt. van Rooy said her little sister would often join her for family events and even vacations and when she had children, Emily got to know her three daughters, Natalie, Jacquelyn and Rebekah. “I was just able to offer her some stability and to help her navigate through hardships,” she said. As the years went on, Sgt. van Rooy took a more active role with the organization, serving on the board for 12 years and was elected board president in 2004. After the Big Brothers Association of Ajax- Pickering became Big Brothers and Sisters in 2002, the Big Sisters organization joined the U.S.-based Girls Incorporated. Now, in addi- tion to Girls Incorporated of Durham, there are five other Girls Inc. groups in Canada. “(It’s) all around building knowledge, awareness and self esteem,” said Sgt. van Rooy. “The motto for Girls Inc. is to be strong, smart and bold.” The Durham organization offers a number of programs throughout the region includ- ing camp sessions and after-school pro- grams built around the Ontario curriculum. Girls aged six to 16 learn everything from math and science to literacy and anti-bully- ing strategies, all in a fun environment. The program has grown tremendously in recent years, from just 20 girls in 2004 to an expected 500 in 2009. Sgt. van Rooy said the girls in the program have so much fun, it’s almost like disguised learning. “Maybe they didn’t realize they loved reading until they came into our pro- gram, maybe they didn’t realize they were being bullied at school until they came into our anti-bullying program,” she said. As a front-line police officer for 20 years, Sgt. van Rooy said she’s come to understand a lot of young women could benefit from a gender-specific program like Girls Inc. “We just want to offer them friendship, offer them a non-judgmental environment and offer to help them better themselves,” she said. And although she said she feels it was the right time to step down from the board, Sgt. van Rooy said she’ll still be involved, just as she’s still involved with her little sister 20 years later. “I will never let go of my connec- tion,” she said. For more information: CALL 905-428-8111 VISIT www.girlsincdurham.org We Can ..... √ Stop Interest Right Away! √ Re-Establish Your Credit! √ Reduce Your Debts! No More ..... X Court Orders Against You? X Collecon Calls? X Afraid of Losing Assets? X Wages Garnishment? X And No More Financial Difficules? MAKE ONE SMALL MONTHLY PAYMENT FOR ALL YOUR DEBTS! MONEY PROBL E MS? TM North York 1280 Finch Ave. W. 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COMMUNITY Police spokeswoman a dedicated volunteer REKA SZEKELY / METROLAND DURHAM -- Sergeant Nancy van Rooy is not only the public face for Durham police, but she’s also a dedicated com- munity volunteer. After spending 20 years with what is now Girls Incorporated of Durham, Sgt. van Rooy is stepping down as the organization’s board president. ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 8 AP PARKWAY Retirement Residence 1645 Pickering Parkway,Pickering Virginia’s World Was Shrinking When Virginia was on her own, she lost touch with people. Aside from the holidays and occasional outings with her family, she spent a lot of time at home alone. Now that Virginia lives in a Chartwell residence, she is surrounded by people with similar interests and experiences. Her new friends are quickly becoming her best friends. To find out more call Parkway Retirement Residence at 905-426-6603 or visit www.chartwellreit.ca Now she has so much to look forward to DRESS TO A TEA: FASHION SHOW & BONE CHINA TEA Saturday, Sept. 26th at 2pm Enjoy tea and treats while Fashion History Productions presents Fashions in the 20th Century.Donations of $5 greatly appreciated as all proceeds benefit Osteoporosis Canada. WE’VE GOT YOUR SIZE Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING A PASSION FOR COMFORT Genuin Soft Leather, Absolute Comfort ¤ DURHAM -- The president of a local ele- mentary teachers’ federation was re- elected to a spot on its provincial execu- tive. Rachel Gencey, a Durham District School Board teacher and president of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Durham Local, was re-elected at the group’s recent annual meeting. She has sat on the executive since 2004. There, she told more than 500 delegates attending she believes teacher empow- erment is the path to improved working conditions that will provide a work-life balance for elementary teachers, accord- ing to an ETFO press release. “The continued disparity in working conditions between elementary and sec- ondary panels must be our rallying point,” she said. “Creative and bold steps, cou- pled with the determination and solidar- ity of our members, will close the gap.” EDUCATION Durham teacher keeps seat on union executive ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 www.durhamregiontransit.com Service Changes Effective September 8, 2009 Effective September 1, 2009 - UOIT, Durham College, Trent Oshawa students must have their 2009-2010 U-Pass to qualify for FREE transit on DRT and GO Bus (within Durham Region). 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All manner of items up for bids NEWTONVILLE -- Bikes, tools and electronic equipment will be up for auction Monday. Durham Regional Police will hold an auc- tion Sept. 7 at Grist Mill Auctions, 4532 Hwy. 2 in Newtonville. Items can be previewed at 8 a.m., with the auction kicking off at 10 a.m. Items include bicycles, tools and electronic equipment recovered by police as lost or sto- len items, and not claimed by their owners. Proceeds from the sale go to a charitable community fund administered by Durham Regional Police Services Board. DURHAM Police auction in Newtonville Monday ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 10 AP EDUCATION Durham Catholic board to meet less often New rules eliminate the requirement for two meetings a month DURHAM -- Starting this Sep- tember, the Durham Catholic District School Board is drop- ping one of its monthly board meetings. During a special meeting Aug. 19, trustees approved moving from two monthly meetings to one, as part of their newly revised rules and regulations. Oshawa Trustee Joe Corey opposed the change when it was discussed earlier this year, but opted to support it this time around. He does still have concerns that they’ll lose some of the infor- mative presentations they cur- rently receive during their two board meetings a month, he added. “But I’m more than willing to go along with it in September and see how it goes along,” said Trustee Corey, adding if he still objects to it later, he can always recommend an honorarium reduction. “I’ll support it, but I object to the one meeting a month,” Trustee Corey said. The reduction of board meetings won’t mean less work for trustees, said Pickering Trustee Paul Bannis- ter, adding the role of a trustee is a 24 hour- a-day, seven-day-a- week job. Brock-Scugog- Uxbridge Trustee Kathy LeFort asked if anything else in the revised rules and reg- ulations would alter the current practices of the board. “Interestingly, our previ- ous rules and regulations did not reflect the practices of the board,” said Paul Pulla, director of education. He confirmed the most sig- nificant change would be to the number of board meetings held, which will be effective this Sep- tember. With the approval of the rules and regulations, board meet- ings are planned for the fourth Monday of every month. The majority of school boards in the province hold one meet- ing each month, Mr. Pulla added. PAUL BANNISTER !WARDS 2E A D E R S #H OICE )TS 9/52 TIME TO 3().% .OMINATION CUT OFF IS 3EPT AT MIDNIGHT ./-).!4% ./7 WWWREADERSCHOICEDURHAMCOM #ALL EXT .OMINATE YOUR FAVOURITE "USINESS TODAY AT DURHAM -- A three-week learn- ing series will be offered by the Region in an effort to assist par- ents with the healthy develop- ment of their children. Durham’s social services department will host a Grow- ing Great Kids! Growing As Par- ents workshop, beginning Sept. 24, for those with children under eight. The sessions, also slated to be held Oct. 29 and Nov. 26, will provide parents with informa- tion and techniques on raising their children and will encour- age social well-being in chil- dren, while allowing parents to grow and nurture themselves. Presented by the Region’s Family Services Division, the workshops will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at Durham headquarters, 605 Rossland Rd. East, Whitby. Participants may register for individual workshops or the entire three-session series. There is a fee to attend, with a subsidy available if needed. Sessions are free of charge for Ontario Works clients. Child care will not be provided on site. For more information: CALL 905-683-3451 VISIT www.durham.ca/Family- ServicesResources REGION Parenting tips offered ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 11 AP ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 2 , 2 0 0 9 11 P ������������������������ �������������������� �������������������� ������������������������ ����������������������� ���������������������� ������������������������ ������������������������� ������������������������� ���������� York Region Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update Durham Region Water and Wastewater Master Plan The York Durham Sewage System (YDSS) provides wastewater service to the Regional Municipalities of York and Durham. Both Regions are currently finalizing Water & Wastewater Master Plans that will identify long-term strategies for the design and operation of all municipal water and wastewater systems in the Regions, including the YDSS. The Master Plans are being developed in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process, which requires that a comprehensive public consultation program be undertaken. An initial Public Information Centre (PIC) was held by the Regions in April 2007 to present an overview of the YDSS and outline the Master Planning objectives. York Region has since identified a need for three YDSS- related projects within Durham Region; therefore, the Regions will be jointly hosting a drop-in style Public Information Centre to discuss the York Region Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update as it relates to the YDSS, as well as to Durham Region’s Water and Wastewater Master Plan. �����Thursday, Sept. 10 ���������Petticoat Creek Community Centre �����6 to 9 p.m.��������470 Kingston Rd., Pickering Public input is a vital part of this process, so all interested parties are encouraged to review the recommendations and provide comments. York Region is recommending the following three YDSS projects within Durham Region: While the Master Plans address Phases 1 and 2 of the Municipal Class EA process, additional investigation and public consultation will be carried out at a later date to fulfil the Class EA planning requirements for each of the recommended projects. Project-specific public notifications will be issued for each project at the time that these additional studies are carried out, and project-specific reports will be filed for public review. Durham and York Region staff, and their study consultants, will be available at the Public Information Centre to answer questions and discuss the YDSS-related aspects of the York Region Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update and Durham Region Water and Wastewater Master Plan.Should you have any questions or comments regarding the Master Plans, or if you wish to be added to the mailing lists for these projects, please contact: ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������� ��������������������������������� ��������������� ��������������������������� ����������������������������������� ����������������� ������������������������ ��������������������� ����������������������������������� ������������������� ������������������������ ����������������������������������� ����������������� ���������������������������� ����������������������������������� ��������������� �������������������������������� Back to Sc hool Programs Availab l e 24/7 LOCAL BREAKING NEWS, SPORTS, PHOTOS, VIDEO AND WEATHER: ALL DAY, EVERY DAY WHEN YOU WANT IT. > > n e w s d u r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Mall, United Way ask shoppers to help underprivileged kids PICKERING -- The Pickering Town Centre and the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge hope shoppers can help send kids in need back to school with supplies to start the year off right. Then 10th annual School Supply Drive for local school kids was launched this week and runs through Sept. 15. “As the need in our community continues to grow, we again ask for the public’s help with this year’s School Supply Drive,” said Lorna Murphy, the mall’s marketing director. “Our goal is to help disadvantaged students in our community get off to a great start this back-to-school season.” Three large backpack dona- tion bins (shaped as back- packs) are sitting outside of Sears on the lower level, by Eastside Mario’s on the upper level, and at Centre Court on the lower level. The mall is also accepting cash dona- tions at the customer service kiosk on the lower level. Last year, more than 40,000 school supplies were collect- ed, providing back-to-school kits to more than 3,500 local kids. Supplies needed include: pencils, crayons, scissors, loose-leaf paper, lined and blank notebooks, pencil crayons, calculators, binders, rulers, glue sticks, erasers, lunch cases and backpacks. Several merchants will also donate money, gift certifi- cates and school supplies to the fundraiser. COMMUNITY Filling up backpacks at Pickering Town Centre Our goal is to help disadvantaged students in our community get off to a great start this back-to-school season. Lorna Murphy, Pickering Town Centre ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 12 AP ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 13 P !WARDS 2 E A D E R S #H O ICE )TS 9/52 TIME TO 3().% .OMINATION CUT OFF IS 3EPT AT MIDNIGHT ./-).!4% ./7 .OMINATE YOUR FAVOURITE "USINESS TODAY AT WWWREADERSCHOICEDURHAMCOM #ALL EXT Kids get a chance to shine at Pickering karaoke contest SABRINA BYRNES / METROLAND PICKERING -- Clockwise from left, Alyssa and Bryanna Pain concentrate on their vocals during the Kids and Teen Karaoke event at the Pickering Town Centre’s Centre Court on Sept. 2. Sarah Levande, 10, performs on centre stage at the karaoke event. Kristina Machine, 6, sang her heart out with ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’, during the Kids and Teen Karaoke event. ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 14 AP Ontario school loan applications are up slightly BY CRYSTAL CRIMI ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- With summer unemployment hitting a record high for Canadian students, Durham’s post-secondary schools aren’t worried fewer of them will be able to afford tuition. July saw Canada’s student unemployment rise to about 21 per cent, but the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College aren’t feeling the effect of it yet -- in fact, they’re experiencing gains in enrolment, said spokespeople. Applications to the Ontario Student Assis- tance Program are up this year, but they were up last year, too, said Patrick O’Gorman, a Ministry of Training, Colleges and Univer- sities spokesman. “So far compared to this point last year, we’re up about five per cent,” Mr. O’Gorman said, adding it was up 4.3 per cent last year. Typically, during a poor economy, they see more people going back to school or staying in school, Mr. O’Gorman said. “It’s difficult to say if that’s what the increase is tied to this year,” he added. Part of what determines the loan’s amount is how much a student expects to contribute and, at this point, he doesn’t know if more people expect to have less money, he said. At UOIT, enrolment is expected to increase. “As far as we’re concerned, our numbers are up,” said Joe Stokes, UOIT’s assistant registrar of admissions. Currently, science, engineering and nurs- ing university programs, which UOIT offers, are in demand, which could be contributing to its enrolment increase, Mr. Stokes said. So far, its applications and student confir- mations are higher than this time last year. School starts Sept. 10 and tuition needs to be paid two days before classes start, he added. They don’t expect an increase in the number of students unable to pay, Mr. Stokes said. Durham College isn’t expecting a differ- ence either but, just by coincidence, is offer- ing more payment programs this year, said Paul Bishop, Durham College registrar. In the past, they expected students to pay their total fees at the beginning of the year with some deferment plans available for those waiting on student loans. This year, stu- dents can pay for the whole year at once, one semester at a time or two installments per semester. The options were offered because the one installment approach was viewed as a deterrent to some. “We are seeing an increase in the rates of fee payment this year than at the same time last year,” Mr. Bishop said, adding he suspects the payment plan option is partially respon- sible. The first payment was due July 3 for new students and July 17 for returning students, unless other arrangements were made. Dur- ing the school year, staff regularly follow up with students who miss a payment and inter- vene if it’s due to finances, Mr. Bishop said. 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For 30-plus singles and couples. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. $8 includes light lunch. Tyrone Community Centre. 2716 Concession Rd. 7. North on Liberty into Tyrone. SUNDAY 6 RON ECCLES EXHIBIT. Opens today from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, 143 Simpson Ave. in Bowmanville. Mr. Eccles has been a professional artist for the last 35 years, receiving numerous grants and awards. His work is in collec- tions in Canada and the U.S. He is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, the University of Guelph, with a Masters from the University of Iowa. He has taught at all three institutions. His exhibit runs until Oct. 11. MONDAY 7 ANNUAL LABOUR DAY PICNIC. Memorial Park in Oshawa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by the Durham Region Labour Council. All workers and their families are invited to join in the celebration of music, face painting, radio controlled cars and bar- becue lunch. Free admission. For information call Jim Freeman at 905-579-5188. LABOUR DAY BARBECUE. Legion Branch 43. 471 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa. Support the Troops event. 3 to 8 p.m. Live entertainment, games, music and dancing in the clubroom. GIANT FLEA MARKET. ACT.UCT (United Com- mercial Travellers). Canadian Tire Parking Lot. 441 Gibb St. Oshawa. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. TUESDAY 8 BARBECUE SOCIAL. GM Salaried Retirees Association annual event. Ritson and Winchester roads at Kedron Park. 4 to 9 p.m. Entrance fee of $5 for members and their spouses. MATSUYAMA BONSAI SOCIETY MEETING. The society holds its September meeting tonight at Faith Place, 44 William St. in Oshawa. All welcome. WEDNESDAY 9 SMALL WONDERS MINIATURE CLUB. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Bowmanville High School, Rm. 165. Liber- ty St. N. For more information. Call Doreen 905-623- 0280. RONNO - MUSIC AND MOVEMENT. This children’s entertainer will perform at Heritage Square, Ajax Town Hall, 65 Harwood Ave. S. Admission is free. Ronno is an internationally acclaimed children’s performer who delivers an energetic, highly participa- tory show. Bring your own chair. Performances take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, the performance will move inside Town Hall. For more information, contact Lisa Warth at 905-619-2529, ext. 7243 or lisa.warth@townofajax.com. THURSDAY 10 RECRUITING OPEN HOUSE. Kawartha Zone Ski Patrol holds this event tonight from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Whitby Real Canadian Super Store, northwest corner of Brock Street and Taunton Road, (commu- nity room upstairs). Participants can register, arrange for the course manual, first-aid kit, CPR mask and patrol jacket. Zone president, patrol leaders and other course leaders will be available to answer questions. Call 905-448-2266 or 1-866-437-3065. FRIDAY 11 OSHAWA ROTARY RIBFEST. Eighth annual event will include 11 ribbers, food, vendors, a midway and children’s entertainment and non-stop bands at Lakeview Park in Oshawa. Free admission and park- ing. The event kicks off Friday night and runs through to Sunday. For information call Arnel Schiratti, 905- 576-8711 ext. 4564. SATURDAY 12 FALL GARDEN GLORY TOUR. Communi- ty Care Clarington and Bowmanville Horticultural Society host this tour around gardens in and around Bowmanville. Local artisans will also display and sell unique items at the garden sites. Cost is $20 and includes box lunch, booklet and map. For tickets or information call 905-623-2261 or e-mail gbate@com munitycaredurham.on.ca. WALK FOR LUPUS FUN FAIR AND SILENT AUCTION. At Rotary Sunrise Lake Park starting at 10 a.m. and running until 2 p.m. To sponsor someone visit www.durhamwalkforlupus.com or call Shannon at 905-697-2941 for more details. PANCAKE BREAKFAST. This event is in sup- port of the annual Parade of Lights and takes place at the Ontario Regiment, 53 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children. The break- fast begins at 8 a.m. and runs until noon. GRAND BUTTERFLY RELEASE. Hundreds of Monarch butterflies are being released today from 9 a.m. to noon at Grandview Children’s Centre, 600 Townline Rd. S., Oshawa. Free family activities include caterpillar races, cheek art, environmental stations and crafts. Visit www.grandviewcc.ca or call Brigitte at 905-728-1673 ext. 2312. All proceeds sup- port recreation programs for children and youth with special needs in Durham Region. E-mail your community calendar notices to Tim Kelly, tkelly@durhamregion.com. Co n t ac t 90 5 .6 8 3 .5 1 1 0 ex t . 2 2 8 fo r m o r e Contact 905.683.5110 ext. 228 for more i n for m at i on a b o ut u pc o m in g fe at ur e s!information about upcoming features! 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Your Private School Bus Please Call Judy Tully (905) 428-9208 or e-mail us at j.tully@hotmail.com www.tgtschoolbus.com Seating is Limited!! 17 AP Sign up for Sign up for Fall Programs here ....Fall Programs here .... ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 18 AP Mike Ruta Entertainment Editor mruta@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.comEntertainment AUDITIONS ACT-ors wanted for upcoming Ajax play Ajax Community Theatre’s debut year AJAX -- Ajax Community Theatre has put out a casting call as it looks to fill three parts for a production in early 2010. The new group starts its first season in Ajax at the Village Community Centre theatre in Pickering Village. Dangerous Obsession, a thriller by N.J. Crisp, comes to the Sherwood Road West stage Jan. 21 to 30 and ACT is auditioning for the following roles: Sally Driscoll, described in a press release as “a striking, wealthy woman with a splendid figure. Drinks to hide her inner pain. Empathetic but somewhat lost because of the loneliness in her marriage and disappointments in her life.” Age range 35 to 45 years. John Barrett, who is “not normally a memorable person but a tragedy stirs up a driven, somewhat maniacal man inside who is deeply wounded and out for revenge. Calculating and very intelligent.” Age range 35 to 45 years. Mark Driscoll, “good looking, outgo- ing, immaculately dressed executive type. Fairly calm and used to getting what he wants. Possesses the energy and confi- dence of a successful man.” Age range 40 to 50 years. Auditions are Sept. 13 at 1:30 p.m. and Sept. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the theatre, 22 Sherwood Rd. W. in Ajax. The age of the characters is “flexible.” For more information, e-mail director Shari Thorne at shari@ajaxcommunityth eatre.com. HISTORICAL SOCIETY The origins of agricultural fairs Pickering group welcomes guest PICKERING -- They’re as much a part of the Canadian cultural landscape as trees are to its natural environment. Canadian agricultural fairs are held from east to west and, according to a Pickering Township Historical Society press release, “are the oldest, continu- ous and largest community service in Canada. “They are also the one event every part of Canada has in common,” it states. But how and where did the fairs start up in the first place? Learn the answers from guest speaker Guy Scott at the Sept. 8 society meeting. It’s at 7:30 p.m. at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. (south of Hwy. 401), Pickering. ART SHOW Ajax, Pickering residents show work Sept. 18 to 20 BY MIKE RUTA mruta@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- The venue for an art show rarely garners a lot of atten- tion. But this year’s Oshawa Art Association Fall Art Festival is at Camp Samac, where it hasn’t been for several years. “Everybody’s excited, they’re just bubbling over with excitement, both the artists and their patrons,” says show chairman Ron Backwell. He notes that a survey of patrons at last year’s festival brought in a resounding vote for a return to Camp Samac’s leafy environs. “Even after six years, we had a surprising number of people say, ‘we wish you were back at Camp Samac’,” Backwell says. The three-day festival runs Sept. 18 to 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. He says roughly 60 artists from Pickering to Clarington and Can- nington to Whitby are taking part. “You’ll find a very wide range of styles, from abstract art to very fine, realistic art and everything in between,” Backwell says. Speaking of the latter, the toma- toes will be there. Courtice artist Karin Isenburg’s realistic paint- ing, Sweet Tomatoes, won the Best Watercolour award at the OAA’s 41st Annual Juried Art Exhibition earlier this year and attracted a lot of attention. Isenburg will be show- ing at the festival for the first time, just two or three paintings in addi- tion to cards and prints as she’s helping out as a volunteer. She shares Backwell’s enthusiasm for the venue. “Visually and for people just enjoying themselves and going for a little walk and relaxing, Camp Samac’s the deal,” Isenburg says. “You don’t feel like you have to get in and get out.” Originally from Oshawa, she’s been painting “on and off” for around 30 years but a year ago decided to start devoting more time to her painting. Her passion is high realism, and while she’s experi- mented with other styles, Isen- burg says “it’s not me” and always returns to realism. “I love bright colour; I love colour,” she says. “I love the way colours go together. I love how colours layer. I love to begin and try different things with layers because then you come up with a new colour.” Pickering’s Hi-Sook Barker works in watercolour and finished sec- ond in the watercolour category at the Oshawa juried show with Win- ter Workout. A full-time art teacher, she has a busy schedule (“I teach in nine different places”) and looks forward to those times when she can focus on her own work. “Summertime is the longest break where I have my own time and I try to do my own painting,” she says. Born in South Korea, she started creating art when she was 11 years old, working in the medium of ori- ental brush painting. “Oriental brush painting and western watercolour, they have similar, almost the same phi- losophy,” Barker says, noting the emphasis is on simplicity and “get- ting it right the first time.” She is known for her florals and landscapes. “Actually, my favourite subject is the Canadian winter landscape,” Barker says, adding she’s attracted to the “pristine, very clean” look. Admission to the festival is free. The show is in the camp’s Council Hall. Use the Conlin Road entrance (just west of Ritson Road near Ava- lon Street). Artists headed back to camp “ You’ll fi nd a very wide range of styles, from abstract art to very fine, realistic art and everything in between. Ron Backwell, Oshawa Art Association “ PHOTO BY PETER REDMAN DURHAM -- Artist Karin Isenburg worked on her painting of Christmas oranges at her home on Sept. 1. Her Sweet Tomatoes painting, which won her the Best Watercolour award at this year’s Oshawa Art Association juried art show, is in the background. Isenburg is one of the roughly 60 artists showing and selling their work at the OAA’s Fall Art Festival. Steve Godin enjoys life behind the lens Good things have been happening to local photographer Steve Godin. When he stopped by Antony’s Gal- lery in Whitby a while back to have a large format photograph framed, he was thrilled when owner Antony von Palleske commented enthusi- astically about the piece and then arranged to hang Godin’s work at the gallery. And after submitting a selection of his photos to the new regional arts magazine, Surfacing, Godin was informed that he would be showcased in the upcoming fall/ winter edition. It has been a bit of a tough road for Godin since he quit his last job in restaurant management two years ago, disillusioned with the grind of toiling for others and feeling frus- trated at not having an outlet for his creative urges. He decided to return to his love for photography – after studying it many years prior in an advertising course at Durham See PHOTOGRAPHER on page 20 ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 19 AP Calling AllCalling All SurvivorsSurvivors CIBC Run for the Cure CANADIAN BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION Advertising Feature In anticipation of THINK PINK WEEK from Sept 14-18, 2009, we would like to in- vite all breast cancer survivors to participate in our second annual “survivor” event. DATE: Monday September 14th, 2009 TIME: 6:15pm SHARP - in place for group photos at 6:30pm LOCATION: McGraw Hill Ryerson Offi ce grounds at 300 Water Street, Whitby (on the waterfront, south of 401 at the bottom of Brock Street) PURPOSE: To gather together Durham Region Breast Cancer Survivors (Including those currently undergoing treatment) for a special photo shoot and media event to raise awareness about Breast Cancer and the need for fundraising. Local Media have been invited and will be looking for interviews and pictures of survivors for local news and promotion of the CIBC Run for the Cure on Sunday October 4th. ATTIRE: PLEASE COME WEARING YOUR BEST PINK! WHO MAY ATTEND: Any Breast Cancer Survivor. RSVP: Please RSVP to Carole Keys or Michelle at 905-436-RFTC(7382) or email teams_durhamregion@cbcfrun.org before Friday September 11th. INCOME TAX COURSE CURRICULUM – During the 12-week course, students study the basics of income tax preparation including current laws, theory and application. SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS RECEIVE an H&R Block certifi cate of accomplishment and the opportunity to interview for employment with H&R Block. However, completion of the course does not guarantee employment. H&R BLOCK KNOWS TAXES and how to teach them. Our instructors are expertly trained and are experienced Block personnel who make each session an exciting experience with discussion sessions, reference materials and instructions using regulation forms and schedules. CLASSES ARE FORMING NOW. Enrolment is open and classes begin Sept. 16. A choice of morning, afternoon and evening sessions is available. Anyone may enrol. Applicants need only the willingness to learn about taxes. THE TUITION COST covers the complete course, including textbooks, all materials, reference guides and registration. FULL DETAILS ARE AS CLOSE AS YOUR PHONE. Just call for complete details on class locations, starting dates, tuition, etc. Act promptly as classroom space is limited. Early registration will ensure your place in the school. SYMPHONY BALL Ontario Philharmonic kicks off new season Symphony Ball Sept. 25 OSHAWA -- Have a ball in Oshawa. The Ontario Philharmonic’s third annu- al Symphony Ball is a Madama Butterfly- themed event featuring much to tantalize the senses. The Sept. 25 event starts at 6:30 p.m. at Tosca Banquet Hall at 800 Champ- lain Ave. at Thornton Road. Those attending will be greeted on a red carpet by cadets in full uniform before being photographed entering the ball. There will be entertainment provided by traditional Japanese dancers, Onikenbai sword danc- ers and Yakudo drummers. There’s danc- ing to the band Go Freddie Go and, during a gourmet dinner, a musical trio performs. Rounding out the event is a martini bar and live and silent auctions. The ball is a fundraising event for the Ontario Philharmonic’s, formerly the Oshawa Durham Symphony Orchestra, 2009/10 concert series. The first concert is The Philharmonic Rocks with Michael Bur- gess, Oct. 1 and 2 at the P.C. Ho Theatre in Scarborough. Ball tickets are $190 and available by call- ing Linda Duffie at 905-623-8780, e-mail- ing her at linda.duffie@sympatico.ca. or at www.ontariophil.ca. WRITERS CIRCLE Harlequin’s Amy Jones speaks in Whitby WHITBY -- Amy Jones is coming to Dur- ham to share her expertise. The Harlequin Enterprises Ltd. product manager is the guest speaker at the Sept. 12 breakfast meeting of The Writers’ Circle of Durham Region. In addition to speaking on issues specific to Harlequin, Jones will talk about the development of a book, marketing and a good author/publisher relationship. The WCDR’s monthly breakfast meetings are 8:30 to 11 a.m. at J.P. Fitzpatrick and Son in the Whitby Entertainment Centrum at 75 Consumers Rd. The cost is $15 for members and $20 for guests, which includes break- fast. To attend the meeting, register online at www.wcdr.org, call 905-686-0211, or e-mail breakfast@wcdr.org by noon on Sept. 10. LOCAL BREAKING NEWS, SPORTS, PHOTOS, VIDEO AND WEATHER >>newsdurhamregion.com Durham writers welcome guest College in Oshawa -- and began shooting in and around Durham Region with a simple point-and-shoot digital camera. He posted the best shots in various online communities and received positive feedback from other photographers and photo fans. A gift of a professional digital camera upped his enthusiasm even more and he is now preparing to beat the bushes for opportuni- ties to make photography a main vocation and a source, hopefully, of income. Godin has a very natural and sophisti- cated eye for composition, colour and light and shadow. He concentrates on revealing the world around him, shooting urban and rural landscapes with a perspective that is creative and unique. He spoke of wishing to shoot people more; however, his natural shy- ness, plus having Aspberger’s Syndrome -- a condition that interferes with engaging with and communicating with others, among other symptoms -- have created a hurdle for him to surmount. In spite of these issues, he is moving in the direction of adding por- trait photography to his repertoire, having recently shot a series of photos of the child of a friend. I’ve recommended to Godin that he apply to have work in an upcoming show, The Art of Recovery: Reflections of Hope (artwork by artists living with mental health issues) at the Conference Place Gallery at Ontario Shores Mental Health Centre in Whitby. You may see some examples of his work there in late October, or check out his photography online at http://stevegodin.daportfolio.com Allan O’Marra is a professional artist living and working in Ajax. For contact information go to www.allanomarra. com ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 20 AP #BZMZ4USFFU TPVUIFBTUDPSOFSBU#SPDL3E 1JDLFSJOH Girls, go take on the world!!! ’ Role Models: Sarah Willis and Ashley St. John Above Sarah Willis (left) and Ashley St.John (right) have made dance their passion and their career. The dancers from Jacqueline’s School of Dance have been dancing all summer at Canada’s Wonderland. Taking dancing to new heights. Both girls performed at Canada’s Wonderland this summer after a spectacular year on the competitive circuit with Jacqueline’s School of Dance. Titles like Miss Luv2Dance, Senior Overall Soloist, Senior Cup Winner, and Overall Senior Acro Duet have been awarded to the pair. On top of the titles and trophies, Sarah and Ashley have received several scholarships, which allow them to train with some of the industries best. Jacqueline, director of JSOD comments: “Their success is due to their passion, determination and work ethic. I accept nothing but the best from them because they accept nothing less. They are both remarkable role models for our younger dancers.” Sarah and Ashley train over 15 hours a week while maintaining an honour roll standing every year in high school. Both girls are certifi ed instructors in ballet, jazz and tap with the BATD and spend additional hours teaching. Sarah is off to Ryerson University this fall to further her study of dance. Ashley has another year of high school before she embarks on the university path. Friday September 4, 2009 Ajax & Pickering Locations 255 Salem Rd. S. D#1 42 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax 465 Bayly St. W. #5, Ajax Flyers in Todays Paper If you did not receive your News Advertiser/fl yers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at 905-683-5117. 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PHOTOGRAPHER from page 18 Allan’s Artists ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 21 APSportsBrad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.com FOOTBALL Ajax-Pickering Dolphins remain perfect Tykes, Atoms and Peewees rule the gridiron in early going PICKERING -- For the second week in a row, the Ajax-Pickering Dolphins swept the opposition on the football field. This past weekend, the Dol- phins headed to Markham where the Tykes won 51-6, the Atoms 30-8 and the Peewees 18- 6. The Tykes were led by a potent offence quarterbacked by Mitchell Van Pelt, while Daniel Amoaka had an incredible game and accounted for three touch- downs and an interception. Shomaire Peters, Robert Car- michael and Julian Ward-Wil- liams also scored touchdowns. Walker Dickson, Jaden Wells, Nathan Campbell and Nicholas Tierney led the defence with the latter three all recovering fum- bles while Dickson was instru- mental in recording a Dolphins safety. The Atoms, meanwhile, were led by running back Darnell Jarrett, who had two long punt returns for touchdowns and a dramatic 80-yard run. In all, Jarrett accounted for over 200 yards, while Austin Benn hauled in a touchdown as well. Tevin Lawrence and Teyas Yew Woon were standouts on defence, with both getting inter- ceptions. In Peewee action, the Dol- phins were in tough and the game didn’t start off well as Ajax- Pickering fumbled the opening kick and lost possession. How- ever, Daniel Wark made up for that, recovering a Raider fumble later on. As the game continued, the Dolphins ran into penalty trouble and it cost them. The score was 6-6 at the half. In the third quarter, Wark helped the Dolphins turn the tide, jumping on an incomplete lateral to gain possession. The Dolphin defence got into gear later with Jaden Esdelle, Vito Di Minno and Jonathan Gvazdaitis each picking up fumble recover- ies with Esdelle adding an inter- ception. Chris Carey was once again dominant scoring all three touchdowns, the last being a 60- yard run. A week before, the Dolphins were also perfect in sweeping aside York Simcoe with scores of 55-0 (Tykes), 20-12 (Atoms) and 41-0 (Peewees). The Tykes were led by strong safety Amoaka with three inter- ceptions and a touchdown, while Carmichael, Ward-Wil- liams, Peters and Bailey Grimes all scored touchdowns. Tierney, the kicker, accounted for the rest of the points. Meanwhile, the Atoms won a hard-fought battle with the go- ahead score coming from Jarrett in the final minute. Kysoha Henderson also scored a major, while Nathaniel Ben- jamin led the way with several tackles and a fumble recovery. If not for the defence led by Benja- min, Alfred Green and Brandon Mottley, the Bucs might have won the game. Lastly, the Peewees dominated from the outset as Carey scored two of his three touchdowns in the first quarter and totalled 150 yards rushing. His other touch- down came on a punt return, while David Samonas with two and Daniel Nicholson also found the end zone. The quarterback tandem of Raishaun Provo and Jake Van Pelt proved to be excellent play callers, while stalwart perform- ers on the defence included Di Minno, Gvazdaitis, Wark, Drew Munro and Cole Belec. The Dolphins’ next games are at Kinsmen Park in Pickering Sept 7. HOCKEY Generals are slapped with a $10,000 fine OHL takes issue with offseason skates BY SHAWN CAYLEY scayley@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- A team circumvent- ing league rules isn’t something the Ontario Hockey League looks kindly upon. The Oshawa Generals found that out the hard way this week as the league slapped the hock- ey club with a steep $10,000 fine after it was determined that play- ers were assembled too early for training camp last month. “We deem this to be a serious breach of operations and (we) wanted to send a message clear- ly to the Generals that there was significant concern here,” league commissioner David Branch said. Each year, according to Branch, the league sets a date in August when teams can open camp on. The 2009 date was Aug. 24, and through their investigations, the league found that the Gener- als had disregarded the rule and had players in town roughly a week prior. “We were led to believe that the Generals had assembled their players on or around the 17th of August,” Branch said in explain- ing the hefty fine. “The league had clearly, as it does annually, declared when you may assem- ble players for the purpose of training camp, which this year was the 24th of August. We con- firmed that the Generals had, in fact, brought their players to town on the 17th of August and that resulted in the fine.” Generals head coach/GM Chris DePiero saw things a little differ- ently, however, and insists that while players did arrive in town sporadically during the month of August, it wasn’t as though the team was forcing the issue. “There was ice available, which there has always been ice avail- able. Even in the past I think the previous administration had ice available for the play- ers they wanted to come out, to go for a skate and scrimmage,” says DePiero, whose team is in Sudbury for an exhibition game tonight. “At no time was there any coaches on the ice. There was ice available for players to come in early, but not all of them did. It wasn’t a mandatory thing.” The league clearly felt other- wise, as Branch, who has been commissioner of the league since 1979, couldn’t recall hav- ing fined a team for this same issue during his tenure. “No,” he said. “This is the first one that I can recall ever having to deal with.” As for DePiero, while his and Branch’s interpretations of the events seem to differ, he wasn’t about to argue with the league’s harsh decision. “From our end, the league has rendered their decision and we’re going to abide by it,” he said. “It’s one of those things where you have to deal with it. It is what it is. You have to move on.” The message, Branch hopes, has been sent to the Generals, though he figured the rest of the league will also take notice. “Does it impact on the other teams?” Branch asked. “I am sure they would sit up and take notice, but no it wasn’t done for that purpose. 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Tryouts for all DRVC teams are in full swing next week, beginning with the girls’ U16, U17 and U18 teams on Tues- day, Sept. 8. The boys’ teams will be holding tryouts on Wednes- day, Sept. 9 and Thursday, Sept. 10 when there’s also a full slate of girls’ team tryouts as well. Only the girls’ U15 team is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 11. For more information visit www.drvcvolleyball.ca. ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 23 AP Career presentation Thursday, Sept. 10 11:00 am Bowmanville Detachment 415 Baseline Road West Bowmanville, ON Exposé sur les carrières Le jeudi 10 sept. 11 h Détachement de Bowmanville 415, chemin Baseline Ouest Bowmanville (ON) UNE CARRIÈRE HORS DE L’ORDINAIRE. A CAREER NOWHERENEAR ORDINARY. 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JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM IN UXBRIDGE, ONTARIO We require Machinists for: VERTICAL BORING MILL (BULLARD) CNC VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER CNC HORIZONTAL BORING MILL Able to work independently and effi ciently in a production manufacturing environment, Shift work available, Must be a team player. We offer top pay rates along with comprehensive benefi ts. Please email your resume to: jobs@castool.com Drivers General Help Drivers General Help Drivers General Help $$AVON$$ YES! Avon can be the answer. Take control of your time, Work from home and Make more money. Find out how, call Mary @ 905-427-2292 or email mary.boileau @interavon.ca WE'RE EXTREMELY BUSY!! Would you like a job cleaning people's homes, days only, no weekends. You bring the sparkle; we'll give you good pay and a great environment. Give us a call at 905-723-6242 ECE AND ASSISTANT needed immediately for full time position in a prominent Ajax daycare. Please call (905)428-8847. 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You are welcome to drop off a resume at our office located at: 1189 Colonel Sam Drive in Oshawa. www.minacs.adityabirla.com _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Do you need help fi nding a job? _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ YMCA Durham Employment and Community 1550 Kingston Road Suite 16 Pickering ON L1V 1C3 (905) 427-7670 Check out our Free Services Providing: Access to: Newcomer Support Services One to One Support Apprenticeship Information Phone/Fax Machines Career Testing Computers Job Fairs Internet/Photocopying Job Postings Employment Related Workshops Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Looking to hire? Call us to post your jobs! MARKETING ASSISTANT Kingsway Arms at Clarington Centre, Bowmanville, is seeking a self motivated, professional, energetic individual who has a desire to work with seniors. Previous experience in the Retirement industry is an asset. You must possess a proven track record in sales and strong organizational and communication skills. An excellent knowledge of Durham region and the Health Care industry is a must. LIFESTYLE COORDINATOR (MAT LEAVE) Kingsway Arms at Clarington Centre, Bowmanville, a leader in the Retirement Home industry requires an enthusiastic and friendly individual. Are you a mature, compassionate and positive person who truly cares about seniors? If so, Kingsway Arms is the place for you! We are looking for a professional and an energetic individual to design and implement an activity program to serve our senior residents. Previous experience working with seniors, supported by appropriate education and/or training is an asset. Kingsway Arms offers a compassionate work environment with competitive wages and benefi ts. Some weekend work required. Only applicants considered for these positions will be contacted. No phone calls please. Please forward your resume by September 13, 2009 via fax 905-697-2918 to the attention of: Nancy Reid, Executive Director. 790 Chalk Lake Rd., Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R4 P: 905-649-2058 F: 905-649-3752 HIRING Lesson & Membership Coordinator FT & PT November to March Ability to multi-task and prioritize Strong organizational skills and detail orientation. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Customer service orientation Strong knowledge in computer skills. Send resumes to careers@ski-lakeridge.com By Monday September 16th Pickering and Ajax Do you feel like tearing your hair out with frustration from computer viruses, software problems and other hassles? We will get things up and running fast. We even come to you to save you time. Call 905-831-8780 We Need General Labourers! Durham Region & G.T.A. • Warehouse Work • Light Industrial Apply 9am-3pm Sept. 4, 8, 10, 11 Global Human Resource Centre. 185 Brock St N #206 Whitby (at Mary) POSITION AVAILABLE "HOUSING WORKER" FOR WOMEN'S SHELTER Located in Whitby ● Academic qualifi cation & social work exp. req'd. ● Working with Durham Region Social Services is an asset ● Durham area residents are preferred Fax or e-mail your resume to: MUSLIM WELFARE CENTRE FAX# 416-754-4468 or e-mail: muslim@muslimwelfarecentre.com ASAP General Help General Help General Help BLUELINE TAXI is seeking customer-oriented accessible and sedan taxicab drivers for Oshawa and Pickering. Earn cash daily and training pro- vided. Please call Roy or Ian 905-440-2011 CAREER OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE for those with leadership ability. Training provided. Contact Ashley (905)706-6506 to arrange an interview CARPENTRY LABOURER - Familiar with tools and can take direction. 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General Help NEW CHILDCARE CENTRE located at Ajax GO station is hiring a Supervisor, ECE's, ECA's and Cooks. Call 905- 686-6224 or email resume to info@tenderyearschildcare.ca www.tenderyearschildcare.ca ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/HR AVG. FULL TIME!! WE TRAIN YOU! Call: (905) 435-0518 RECEPTIONIST needed for an adult massage spa in Pickering. Good pay. Please call 416-566-2729. SECURITY GUARDS re- quired in Whitby. Send re- sume to LaBrash Security Services: fax 416-487-5702 e-mail jobs@labrashse- curity.ca SKILLED INDUSTRIAL SEWING MACHINE OP- ERATOR. Must have 2yrs experience with heavy mate- rials. Oshawa. Email resume: peter@inflatedgames.com Serious inquiries only. General Help TIRED OF MCJOBS? Look- ing for a SERIOUS career? $360/Wk to Start, up to $800/Wk. FUN WORK! Full Time Positions Available. Benefi ts, paid training, no sales, travel opportunities. Call Now, Start Tomorrow. Call Amber 905-668-5544 Salon & Spa Help 2 CHAIR RENTALS available, busy North Oshawa salon. 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Contact Jet Tabinga, Service Manager 905-420-9700 Fax: 905-420-8550 jett.tabinga@pvw.com IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR ✓ Recreation Therapist ✓ RPN's for LTC &RH ✓ Chefs ✓ Cooks Apply immediately via email rlamb@oakwoodretirement.com or fax resume Attn: Rose Lamb (905)666-9601 or mail resume to The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St. North Whitby, On L1R 3A5 Computer & IT Sales Help & Agents Hospital/Medical /Dental Skilled & Technical Help CARPENTER AND certifi ed rigger required to build roof top cellular sites. Must be ex- perienced. Established con- struction company offers ex- cellent wages and benefi ts. Drop resume to: 630 Euclid St., Whitby or e-mail: offi ce@jwcontracting.com COMMERCIAL DUCT Cleaner Must have valid driver's license and own ve- hicle. Must be bondable. Email resume to: technovac@live.ca EXPERIENCED G2 Resi- dential Service Technician required for HVAC company in Whitby. Immediate posi- tion. Fax resume 905-666- 9835 HVAC & GAS WATER heater installers needed, competitive wages, truck pro- vided, experience an asset. Future opportunities, compa- ny expanding! Please call (905)432-2781. LICENSED ELECTRICIAN (Journeyman) needed with commercial, industrial & con- trol experience. Must have own truck & tools. Please fax resume and references to: 905-668-3430 TIRE SHOP IN WHITBY requires full-time experi- enced licensed mechanic and apprentice mechanic for tire installation. Also counter person experienced with ac- cessories and automotive parts. Fax 905-666-1638, Phone (905)666-9898 Computer & IT GRAPHIC ARTS/WEB de- sign/marketing exp needed for Amusement Products Co. in Oshawa. Photoshop/ Flash/ HTML/Database exp. E-mail resume to: peter@infl atedgames.com Computer & IT Sales Help & Agents Hospital/Medical /Dental Office Help FULL-TIME COLLECTIONS Offi cer required for busy Pickering Finance Company. Min 3 years experience in Collections required. Bene- fi ts available. 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Zoned automotive, includes second fl oor offi ce. Brock Rd. Pickering. $3000 per month. Call Murray or Gary (905)426-9720 STORAGE UNITS 10' x 20' Wilson Rd. S. Oshawa. Un- heated. $125. - $135. per mo. Call (905)725-9991 Offices & Business Space PRIVATE OFFICE WITHIN MY OFFICE Whitby - professional space available 1 very large private offi ce with separate phone/fax lines, wireless internet, 225 sq.ft., $600/month inclusive. Professionals only please call for appt. (905)666-5794 Business OpportunitiesB LADIES INTERESTED in starting their own home- based cosmetics/skin care products business. Start up for just under $1000.00. Benefi ts: Earn 50% profi t. Tax breaks. Call Marsha 905-240-1379 OWN YOUR OWN Mattress Cleaning & Sanitizing Busi- ness. New to Canada. Re- moves dust mites, bed bugs and harmful allergens "The Green Way" Small Invest- ment. Hygienitech 1-888- 999-9030 www.Hygienitech.com PANAGO PIZZA FRAN- CHISE, less than an hour E. of G.T.A. Great community based business, long lease with great sales, asking $195,000. Mark Geenen, Sales Rep., Marsh Realty & Busi- ness Brokers Inc., Brokerage (416) 223-1600 x 228 WELL KNOWN, established, busy auto detail shop, down- town Oshawa. Sales $150,000/year, huge poten- tial to grow. Asking $99,9000 or B.O. (905)435-1091 www.gillettcarcleaning.ca Mortgages, LoansM $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 95% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com ne w s du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Se p t e m b e r 4 , 2 0 0 9 25 AP 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent & security. Rental Offi ce Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or (905)686-0841 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com Welcome Home to Pickering Place Spacious 3 bedrooms from $1060.00 w/ fridge, stove, washer & dryer. Across from Pickering Town Centre. Day-care on site. Call today 905-831-1250 Rental offi ce at 1865 Glenanna Rd. Open 7 days a week Email: rentals@capreit.net www.caprent.com REGENCY PLACE Seniors Building ASK ABOUT OUR MOVE-IN SPECIALS! 1 & 2 Bdrms utilities incl. On site staff 24/7. Weekly bus to grocery shopping. Handrails in halls, Automatic door openers Full Activity Calendar, Close to 401 Safe secure environment. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 1-866-979-4793 www.realstar.ca Apartments & Flats for RentA Mortgages, LoansM PRIVATE FUNDS- 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal need- ed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obligation. No fees OAC. Call Peter 1-877- 777-7308, Mortgage Leaders Apartments & Flats for RentA (1) BDRM, open concept, bright clean, Oshawa, refur- bished, shed & parking in- cluded, avail. immediately. $600-inclusive. Suitable for single person. Absolutely fi rst/last, references, non- smoker (905)571-5814. 1 & 2 bedroom NORTH OSHAWA bright quiet apart- ment, Simcoe North at Rus- sett. Hardwood fl oors, well- maintained 12plex, newly renovated, near bus/shop- ping. New appliances, cable/heat/water/parking in- cluded. Laundry, No dogs. 905-576-2982. 1 BEDROOM basement apartment, $650/month hy- dro, water and gas included. Ritson/Olive area. First/last required, references. Available immediately. (905)433-2170 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT, located 309 Cordova, Oshawa. Available immedi- ately. Fridge/stove, Hydro in- cluded. No pets. Call (905)579-2287. 1-BEDROOM, two storey loft apartment, bedroom over looks living room, eat in kitchen, no smoking/dogs, fi rst/last, $940/month, all in- clusive. Available October 1st. Call (905)728-9499. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N., Oshawa. Large 3-bedroom townhome suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Near all amenities. $925/month+ utilities. Call (905)579-7649 for appointment. 1140 MARY ST. NORTH, Oshawa. Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts. From $660. Near public schools. Near Durham College. Near amenities. Elevator. Security entrance. 905-431-7752 www.skylineonline.ca 2 BED. EXECUTIVE. Spa- cious 2-bed. lower level of house. Quiet court, walkout to large pie-shaped yard. Pri- vate laundry/parking. One of the most desirable areas in Whitby. No pets/smoking. Immediate. $950/incl. 905- 666-1100. 2 BEDROOM above store, very bright $750/month. Wa- ter, heat, parking, appliances included. Hydro extra. Wil- son/Olive. No pets/smoking. Credit check/References. October 1st. (905)856-5710 (416)738-0470 2-BDRM $875/mo, 3-BDRM $1150/mo avail Oct 1. Utilities incl. Quiet court, Backyard with patio, Walk to Oshawa Center, Laundry fa- cilities, Buses, Civic, Waverly School. 905-436-2895 2-BEDROOM APT., nicely decorated, quiet area, close to O.C. laundry, parking, no pets. $800/month. Call (905)767-1710 2-BEDROOM OSHAWA, King/Bond area, upper half of duplex. Newly renovated. Bus at door. $815/mo.+ hy- dro. Available immediately. First/last. No smoking/pets. 905-430-0249. NORTH OSHAWA, 1-bed- room apt, clean, quiet, se- cure building, laundry on site, $705/month plus Hydro, Call Tony (905)260-1522. Apartments & Flats for RentA 3 bdrm. bungalow, Pickering, avail. immediately $1400/inclusive. 2 parking, laundry, hardwood fl oors, freshly painted. (905)831-4223 620 BOND ST. E. apts. 1 bedroom. Seniors Welcome. Close to shopping, bus. Quiet complex, safe neigh- bourhood, no pets, $695/month. Available imme- diately. 905-720-2153. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX, LARGE 2-BED- ROOM basement, $880/in- clusive. First/last, referenc- es, no smoking/pets. 1 car parking. Call (905)427-3172 evenings. AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom & 3-bed- room from $1039/mo. Plus parking. Available Septem- ber/October 1st. 905-683- 8571, 905-683-8421 AMAZING! HUGE luxurious 1200sq. ft., 2 bedroom, de- luxe apartment in house for rent in Whitby. Includes; all appliances and utilities, laun- dry, parking for 2 cars, cable, air, big yard plus many ex- tras! Available Sept 1. No smoking. No pets. $1180 per month. First and last re- quired. Call 905-903-0220. BAYLY AND WHITE'S - one bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, newly renovated,3 pc. bath- room, available September lst. No smoking/pets. All in- clusive $800. (905)420-6464 BOWMANVILLE immaculate 1-bedroom apts. Avail imme- diately. $945 all inclusive. Security entrance very clean building, all inclusive, in- cludes appliances, utilities, parking and laundry facilities. 905-697-1786, 905-666-1074 BOWMANVILLE, 2 bed- room, $750, 1 bedroom, $675, & bachelor. $575. In- cludes Heat, water, parking and coin laundry. Available September 1st. Call 905- 623-4622 BRIGHT, SUNNY 1 bedroom basement. Clean, quiet home. Separate entrance. Laundry. Parking. Cable. TTC. $650 inclusive. Elles- mere/ Markham. 416-697- 8129, 416-579-7968 COURTICE: LOWER 2B/1B. $900/mo, inclusive. Laun- dry, off street parking, close to everything. Available now. Showing Sat. Sept. 5th 10am-12pm Call for details: 905-448-3520 LUXURY APARTMENTS. Enjoyable, Upscale Living. 333 Simcoe St N, Oshawa. 2 Bedroom $1535/mth. Fre- quent social events held in common room. In suite laun- dry in every unit. Elevator access to your unit. Bus stop located in front of build- ing. Located across the street from the hospital. 905- 431-8930 www.skylineon- line.ca ONE BEDROOM APT. 17 Quebec Street, Oshawa. $500/month plus heat & Hy- dro. 2 or 3-bedroom also available. Call Stephen 905- 259-5796. Apartments & Flats for RentA MAIN LEVEL OF HOUSE, central Oshawa. On dead- end street with park, very quiet area. Large 1-bedroom, $800/month, inclusive, fi rst/last. Available Oct. 1st. (905)922-5789. MARY STREET APTS bachelors, 1's & 2s bdrm apts. Utilities included, min- utes to downtown, short drive to Whitby Mall. Mary/Garden 905-666-2450 www.real- star.ca NORTH OSHAWA 1-bed- room, for Oct 1st. 3 bedroom for Sept. 1st/Oct. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances includ- ed. Pay cable, parking, laun- dry facilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH PICKERING. Large 2-bdrm basement, seperate entrance, parking, laundry, walk to schools, transit at door. $950/mo plus utilities. Sitter/Nanny service available as well. Call Diane to view 416-434-1597. OSHAWA 1 BEDROOM APTS, Simcoe/King. Clean, quiet building, $650/mo. Call 289-385-0442 or 647-293- 0450 OSHAWA 2+1 bedroom main fl oor of quiet home. Parking, yard, large living- room laundry. Utilities includ- ed $980/mo. No pets/smok- ing. Must be responsible. 289-240-4120 OSHAWA 2-bedroom apt in upscale, quiet, well-managed building in good area. New ceramics and refi nished fl oors 1.5 baths eat-in kitch- en large living/diningroom $1200-incl. (905)728-8919 OSHAWA APTS. Clean quiet security monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 905- 260-9075 OSHAWA HOSPITAL, Mary North of Adelaide, 2-bed- room main fl oor, laundry, parking, $900/mo inclusive. Please contact 905-579- 2350. OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 2- bedroom $780+ hydro. First/last required. Please contact Martin (905)404- 9602. OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Adult & Senior lifestyle buildings. Renovat- ed 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Across hospital, near bus stop, wheel chair and se- curity access. Call 905-728- 4966, 1-866-601-3083. www.apartments inontario.com OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Renovated bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm & Penthouse apts. Wheel chair and security access. Call 905-432-6912, 905-723- 1009, 905-728-3162 1-866- 601-3083, www.apartments inontario.com OSHAWA, 3 bedroom apartment in tri-plex. Nice area, nice view. Grand- view/King. $1150/inclusive. First/last. Available October 1st. Call Tommy (416)995- 8073. Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA, RITSON/Wolfe, 2-bdrm including utilities. Parking, fridge/stove includ- ed. Also bachelor plus utilities. First/last, available immediately. Call 647-404- 1786. PICKERING 1-BEDROOM, quiet neighbourhood, close to all amenities. Shopping, bus stop & school walking distance. Very clean, separ- ate entrance, brandnew $875/mnth. No smoking/pets. 416-402-6594 avail immed. PICKERING LIVERPOOL/ BAYLY. 2 bdrm, basement apt., private entrance, park- ing, appliances, laundry, close to Go and amenities. $850+ 1/2 utilities. First/last. (905)579-7576 PICKERING, Glennana/Dix- ie, one bedroom basement, separate entrance, kitchen, TV room, bathroom, laundry, parking, close to amenities, no smoking/pets. $775/month all inclusive. lst/last. Available (416)903- 4569 or (416)618-6442 . PICKERING, LIVERPOOL & Finch. 1-bedroom basement apartment, Bright, clean, separate entrance, c/a, 1-parking. No pets/smoking. First/last. $750/month inclu- sive & cable. Avail. immedi- ately. (905)839-8527. PICKERING, LIVER- POOL/BAYLY. Spacious 2- bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. en- trance, laundry, No smok- ing/pets. $800-$900/month 2 car parking, utilities, Internet, Cable included. First/last. Available immediately. 647- 899-1360. PORT WHITBY, BEAUTI- FUL 2-storey 2-bedroom apt. Quiet neighbourhood, Close to GO/401/downtown. New carpet, wood fl oors, use of big backyard. $840/month, fi rst/last. Available Oct 1st. (905)925-1131. SPACIOUS, NEWLY deco- rated 2-bedroom apt., main fl oor living, dining w/sunroom onto garden, cable TV, all utilities, parking, near Oshawa centre. Immediate. $985/month, fi rst/last. 416- 659-1748 evenings TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded fi nishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, pri- vate patios & balconies. 2 Testa Rd., Uxbridge. 905- 852-2534 www.realstar.ca WHITBY apartment in 3-plex, 927 Byron St. N. Suits quiet adult. Heat, hy- dro, water included. No pets. $790/month. Avail. immedi- ately. Call 905-725-4145. WHITBY immaculate 1 bed- room, central. $799, appli- ances, heat, water, laundry facilities and parking. 905- 666-1074 or 905-493-3065. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balco- nies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca Apartments & Flats for RentA WHITBY, Brock/Rossland, Executive mainfl oor, 1900-sq ft, 3-bdrms, 3-bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, familyroom w/huge walk-out balcony etc. $1500/inclusive. ALSO beautiful new 1-bdrm bsmt. $850/inclusive. Both include fi replace, separate entrance, parking/yard, c/a, close to GO/shop- ping/schools. Nov. 1st. (905)999-9237 (905)718- 4889 WILSON/KING ST EAST- Under New Management. Close to retail/grocery stores, school and doctor/dentist of- fi ce. 2-bed $879. Hydro in- cluded in rent. Available now! Call 905-571-4912. www.metcap.com Condominiums for RentC 1-BDRM, DOWNTOWN Oshawa. 5-appliances, c/a, private balcony, storage in condo, huge bathroom, un- derground parking. Hydro ex- tra. $865/mo. First/last. Avail immediately. (905)985-3627 Houses for Rent 2-BEDROOM, OSHAWA EAST excellent neighbour- hood, Extra clean main fl oor only. Parking, c/air, walk-out deck, laundry, appliances in- cluded. No smoking/pets. $1250/inclusive. Avail. Oct 1. Call 905-424-1125. AJAX, 3-BEDROOM, 1.5 baths, fi nished basement, clean & renovated. Private driveway & garage. First/last months as deposit, pay own utilities $1500/month. Available immediately. (905)706-2018. BEATTY/KINGSTON RD., 3 large bedroom detached house. 2 full bathrooms. Corner lot. Fully renovated. Central air. Alarm. Close amenities. $1200+utilities. Available. First/last. 647-222- 6597, 416-721-5319. BRAND NEW 4-BEDROOM house, 3 baths. Ajax, Sa- lem/Taunton area. Double garage, 5 appliances. $1650 + utilities. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-239-7449. COUNTRY SETTING with large deck & backyard, 3- bedrooms with laundry and 2 bathrooms, everything in- cluded $1200/month. Available immediately. North of Pickering. Leave message (905)649-6229 DOWNTOWN Port Perry. 1 1/2 storey home with op- portunity for home business & residence. Excellent loca- tion. Very reasonable rent. For viewing call 905-242- 1305. LARGE NORTH END Oshawa, available Oct. 1st. 3-bedroom upper 2 fl oors of semi plus basement laundry & storage. No pets. Non- smoking. $1100/month plus utilities, fi rst/last required. (905)431-5081 NORTH OSHAWA 3 BDRM HOUSE. Great location, beautiful family neighbor- hood, near transit/school. 5 appliances, huge private backyard. $1500+ utilities. Available Sept 15. 905-621- 9515 OSHAWA DUPLEX, upper unit, 3-bedrooms. Ade- laide/Mary (Anges St) $1000/mo inclusive. No pets. Available October 1st. 905- 723-0922. Email: jill.hyland@hotmail.com OSHAWA, Charming 1-1/2 story, 2-bdrm family home on quiet street. Hardwood fl oors, deck, yard, parking, laundry facilities. No smok- ing. $1150+ heat/hydro. Oc- tober 1st. Call 519-458-8011 PICKERING, 3-bdrm cottage style bungalow on Rouge- mount Drive. beautiful treed lot, great for couple or small family. Avail Oct. 1st. $1100/mo +utilities. Call 905-509-3601. Townhouses for RentT AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY #2, 3-bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, 3 years new, backyard, fi n. bsmt, 5-appliances. $1250/mo+ Utilities (approx $100/mo). No smoking. Avail. Oct. 1st. 416.875.0396 Townhouses for RentT BRAND NEW 3 bedroom townhouse Ajax (Salem/ Taunton). Single car garage, 5 new appliances, close to amenities. $1150 + utilities. Available October 1st. Call 416-471-9259 CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. TOWNHOUSES. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near shopping, res- taurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434- 3972 www.realstar.ca LOCATED AT WILSON/ BEATRICE. 3 bedroom townhouses available for rent. Close to all amenities and transportation. $1089 plus heat / hydro, includes water / cable. Call for more details & availability dates. (905) 432-6809. OPEN HOUSE Sat-Sun 1pm-4pm, TAUNTON TER- RACE 3 bedroom townhous- es. Ensuite laundry. Land- scaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private back- yards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Sim- coe St.) Ask about our move- in specials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca OSHAWA 3 bedroom town- house, September lst. $1295 all inclusive. No dogs. Rit- son/Dean area. Parking, backyard. (905)922-2181 PICKERING VILLAGE, 3- bdrms, 1-1/2 bathrooms, 2-parking, 5-appliances. Avail. Oct. 1st. $1189/mo +heat/hydro. No smoking. First/last. (905)683-2838 leave msg or email to: gerrylornab@rogers.com Rooms for Rent & WantedR 1 ROOM TO RENT, fur- nished, in adult home all over aged 45. Avail. immediately. Oshawa. Clean quiet home. No smoking/pets. Male pro- fessional preferred. Call Mon-Fri 9am-9pm (905)571- 5191 BED & BREAKFAST Style accommodations in profes- sional Oshawa residence, large separate area includes kitchen, bath, laundry. 5 mins to 401. Suits commuting Pro- fessional non-smoker. Rea- sonable rate. (905)723-6761 CLEAN QUIET room for rent. Central Oshawa. Fridge, and microwave. Shared bathroom. $420 all inclusive with cable. Available Sept. lst. Call Justin (905)922-5055. KINGSTON RD./BROCK RD. area, one bedroom, plus private bathroom, cable, internet, shared laundry, kitchen, yard, convenient to shopping and public transit. Available immediately. Phone (905)428-2770. SALEM/BAYLY, furnished room, in quiet family home. Female preferred, non smok- er. Own washroom, pool, hot tub, laundry facilities, park- ing. $450/month, no pets. 289-892-2985. UNFURNISHED, AVAILABLE immediately in clean, quiet townhouse, $375/month inclusive. Share kitchen, bath, backyard, etc. Transit at door. Call Mike or Gord (905)432-6961, Gord's cell 905-404-5045 Shared Accommodation FURNISHED BEDROOM (Private TV/Sitting room) Professional female seeks same or student for Oshawa townhouse. Internet, cable, included. $500/month, available immediately. (905)243-7252 or lindapark100@hotmail. com LARGE BEDROOM and washroom, share kitchen, own laundry, in Country home in Orono. $450/month. 905-432-7744 or 905-260- 7615 Pools & Supplies Vacation Properties FLORIDA - 40 acre parcels Only 6 remaining. 100% useable. MUST SELL. $119,900 ea. Owner Financ- ing from 3 1/2% Call 1-800- FLA-LAND (352-5263) Flori- da Woodland Group, Inc. Lic. RE Broker. Cottages for RentC NOT TOO LATE TO BOOK your family getaway. House keeping cottages on Balsam Lake, 1 hour North of Oshawa. September availability. Woodland Cot- tages. 1-800-414-1048. Campers, Trailers, Sites BALSAM LAKE Fenelon Falls, new trailers for sale on waterview sites, used trailers on sites for sale. House- keeping Cottages for rent. Seasonal boat dock ren- tals. sandybeachtrailercourt.com 1-877-887-2550 Women’s ColumnW WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT and keep it off? Herbal Magic can help. Results guaranteed. Call to get our limited time offer. 25% OFF. 1-800-926-4363 Legal Notices Darryl Barnett, Please contact Jane Howarth, at 905-839-9812, regarding daughter. DISABILITY CLAIM DE- NIED? Toronto's Leading Disability Lawyers will fi ght for your rights! Free consul- tation for Group & Private Disability Claims. No Fees until we Settle. www.ShareDisability- Law.com 1-877-777-1109 Lost & FoundL I AM STILL LOST - My name is BALI and I am an INDOOR cat - and I ran away from home late in the evening - Wednesday April 15th, 2009. My family lives at Westney/Rossland - in Ajax and I could be around this area or ran away further. I miss my family and with your help I could fi nd my way home. I am a big boy with stripey grey/black and white colouring, green eyes and a pinky nose. Please call: 905- 683-9020 OR 416-993-2428 ANY HELP IS REALLY AP- PRECIATED. HE IS GREAT- LY MISSED BY HIS FAMI- LY. LOST- "OZZY" Cat, Male neutered, declawed, no col- lar, full black colouring, lost Pickering Beach/Dreyer Rd. August 26. (905)619-1075 CompanionsC SINGLES AHOY! The singles' social group UK CONNEXION offers FREE MEMBERSHIP for unattached singles WHEREVER BORN. Free Newsletter: 416-201-0363 www.ukconnexion.net Pools & Supplies Daycare Available (FINCH/DIXIE) affordable home daycare. Very clean, spacious and loving environ- ment. Over 7 years experi- ence. 2 spaces available im- mediately. Call (905)831- 9906. AFFORDABLE, EXPERI- ENCED daycare in my home. Large fenced yard, playroom, lunches & snacks. All ages, Before/After School Care. Steps from Glengrove P.S., Pickering. Debbie (905)839-7237 AFTERSCHOOL CHILD- CARE 2:55pm to 6:30pm. Transportation available. Carseat provided. Smoke/pet free home. Nutritional snacks included. References avail. Social Work Background Call Sally 416-836-4627 DROP IN / FULL TIME OR PART TIME, Daycare ser- vice from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday - Friday. Westney & Delaney, fully fenced, happy environment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686-8719 EXPERIENCED TEACHER caring for your child in a safe clean home daycare. Next to Duffi ns Bay P.S./James Catholic School. Nursery full/part-time, meals, ac- tivities. South Ajax. Patricia 905-449-7245 Articles for SaleA AFFORDABLE Appliances, HANKS Appliances, PARTS/SALES/SERVICE 310 Bloor St.W. Stoves $175/up, Fridges $175/up, Washers $175/up, Dryers $149/up. All warranty up to 15 months. Durham's largest selection of Reconditioned Appliances. (905)728-4043. ALL NATURAL BEEF, no chemicals, government in- spected, custom cut, sides $2.29/lb, halfsides 110lbs, $250. Home grown cattle. Orono. (905)983-9471. BED, ALL new Queen ortho- pedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL SALE! I have 1000 of yards for sale! Free under- pad with installation. Free Estimates. Guaranteed Lowest Prices. Big or small jobs, I do it all! Lexus Floor- ing, Call Mike 905-431-4040 COMPOSTING TOILET, Sunmar Compact, Electric, New unused, Reg $1700. will sell for $500. Please email jimhoustonjim@yahoo.com CONSTRUCTION EQUIP- MENT B.E. Larkin Equip- ment Ltd. Kubota Construc- tion, New Holland Construc- tion used equipment. Dur- ham, Clarington, Northum- berland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 FOR SALE: VIOLIN $400; Heavy duty paper cutter $120; Olympia typewriter $100; VHR $100. Call (905)683-2680. FREE 4PC bedroom suite: condition is you pick-up. Call (905)837-8327 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guaranteed. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB, $3,795, deluxe cabinet, 5.5kw heater, 220 service, 5HP pumps, Call 905-409-5285 VENDORS WANTED CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE at Vaughan Willard P.S. Sat. November 7 2009, $35.00/table Contact Michele: 905-837-1773 Vendors WantedV Articles for SaleA HOT TUBS, 2009 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacrifi ce $3,900. 416-779- 0563. PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acous- tic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905- 427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIANO, $800. Solid wood kitchen cabinetry with coun- ters, $5000 OBO. Large Air Hockey Table, $50. Jacuzzi Tub, $100. Drum Kit, $200. Vanity, $50. (905)509-0022 PIANO, EXCELLENT condi- tion, $950, ladies bike (new), $75. Gazelle exerciser, $75, and new Singer sewing ma- chine, $65. (905)831-9620. POOL TABLE, professional series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Comput- ers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit ap- plication refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SNOW BUSINESS for sale includes clientele (Pickering). Steiner tractor, 4 wheel drive w/blade, grass cutting deck, Torno snow blower. $4,500. (905)420-0402 email: gab- bymoe@yahoo.ca TENNIS ANYONE? 1 year Family membership, The Campus Tennis Centre, 2 adults, 3 children. ($3700 value) $1250 OBO. (905)728-6496 Vendors WantedV Articles for SaleA TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLI- ANCES stainless steel, white and black French door fridge's available, variety of dented ranges, laundry, dish- washers and fridges - differ- ent colors. SMALL DENTS EQUAL HUGE SAVINGS! New coin laundry available, Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 VENDORS WANTED at Courtice Flea Market-Bldg#3. Pay for one month, get next month FREE. Rent starts at $150/mo for 10'x7' booth. Approx 250,000 peo- ple/year. Located 2 min- utes off 401 between Oshawa & Bowmanville. Call 905-436-1024 www.courtice- fl eamarket.com WORD HISTORIES discredit all types of religious leader- ship. Are you born again God's way. Luke 11:13. Jim Campbell (705)799-1329 Articles WantedA WANTED-GOLD. Broken, scrap, any 10k, 14k, 18k, 22k. The market is high, we pay top money!! Rock Bottom Deals, 22 Simcoe St.N, (Downtown Oshawa) (905)436-1320. Firewood 100% A KOZY HEAT FIRE- WOOD, excellent, very best quality hardwood, guaran- teed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest meas- urement. Free delivery. De- pendable, quality service since 1975. (905)753-2246. Lawrence East Flea MarketLawrence East Flea Market 2655 Lawrence Ave.E.2655 Lawrence Ave. E.at Midland at Midland GIANT INDOOR/OUTDOOR GARAGE SALE SEPT. 7TH LABOUR DAY MON Vendors book your space NOW! Open Sat & Sun, 10am-5pm Mon: 8am-4pm Flea Market Special 9” Potted Mums $3 ($8.50 value) Limited 5/family 416-755-8243 Taking back the Garage Sale!!!! 55 Greenhalf Dr., Ajax Sat. Sept. 5 - 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Power tools, cookbooks, novels, misc. China. It's gotta go! YARD SALE Sunday Sept 6th starting 8am 1891 Bainbridge Dr., Pickering Thomas the Train large collection, drafting table, toddler's car bed, Ikea air couch, lots of clothes, shoes, glassware, toys, jewelry, playstation, picture frame, dinnerware, candles etc. MOVING/CONTENTS SALE Sat. & Sun. Sept 5 & 6, 8am - 1pm dining rooms set kitchen set, dressers, bar stools, etc. Make me an offer - cash only 26 Vale Cres., Ajax GARAGE SALE Sat. Sept. 5th 9am- 1pm 32 Larner Drive Ajax Garage Sale This Sat. & Sun 8:00am-3:00pm 680 Amaretto Ave. Pickering Garage/Yard Sales