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Mr. Hinchliffe started the company with a partner in 1975. The duo started the venture manufacturing receptacles for musical instru- ments. From there they expanded. Now Mr. SABRINA BYRNES / METROLAND PICKERING -- Clydesdale Custom Case Co. Ltd. owners Phil Dewhurst and Ron Hinchliffe make custom cases that carry special cargo includ- ing the Stanley Cup and the Olympic torch. 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At least that was what a dance instructor was trying to get a group of pre-teens to imagine while teaching them to tango. “Drama, I want to see drama,” shout- ed instructor Djurdjica Hamdic of the Future Steps program. “When you flick your head, I want to see hair fly.” As students, some clad in winter boots, shuffled their feet to her com- mands, they held onto their dance partners, leaving about a foot of space between their bodies. Although dance has always been part of E.B. Phin’s phys ed curriculum, this is the first year it has been represented with ballroom dance, said gym teacher Ramona Gellel. In the past, it has taken the form of jazz, break-dancing and other styles. “I wanted to try something differ- ent,” she said, adding other schools in the neighbourhood have also used the ballroom dance program. While the program is just a pilot this year for Grade 5 to Grade 8 students, Ms. Gellel plans to expand it next year to include Grade 1 through 4 students. The course includes five lessons and a final dance competition, which would have cost the kids $14 to par- ticipate but, thanks to a donation from the school community council, is only $5 per student, or $1 a lesson. “I’ve never danced before so this is a good opportunity,” said Bradley Whit- lock, in Grade 7. “I didn’t think I would like it as much as I do.” Although the students, especially the older ones, were a bit anxious about dancing with each other at first, that’s starting to wear off, Ms. Gellel noted. “They’re definitely getting more com- fortable with the program,” Ms. Gel- lel said during Week 4 of the program. “There’s more resistance at first to this because they have a partner.” But soon they realize how fun it can be, she added. “I like the turns because turns are just fun,” said Alexis Davidson, a Grade 7 student. “You have to get used to it,” said Tahara Nathoo, also in Grade 7. “It’s two people dancing together, usually it’s a group, seven or eight people.” Sometimes they’ll mess up together and start to laugh, she added. As they danced, their eyes were fixed on Ms. Hamdic. “Turn, turn, cha cha cha,” she shout- ed to a class. “Quick, quick, slow and side, side, side and side.” At the end of the dance, she remind- ed the “gentlemen” to bow and the “ladies” to curtsy. Ms. Hamdic has also worked with Lord Elgin, Sir John A Macdonald, Altona Forest public schools and oth- ers, she said. The program began in Durham just a couple months ago, she said. Along with teaching kids to dance, the program focuses on teamwork, respect for your dance partner and confidence, she said. WATCH the video story of the students and their dancing classes @ durhamregion.com EDUCATION Dancing cheek to cheek at E.B. Phin RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND PICKERING -- Jake Ristau, a Grade 7 student at E.B. Phin Public School, waited for his next set of instructions during a dance class Feb. 5. 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He was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear in court again March 9. He is charged with two counts each of first degree murder, kidnapping, forc- ible confinement and use of a firearm in commission of an offence. The arrest comes nine months after the bodies of Mr. Sandhu, of Brampton, and Mr. Chhina, a Nepean resident, were found in the trunk of a car on Pickering’s 4th Concession near Rose- bank Road. The bodies were discovered by police inves- tigating a report of a suspi- cious vehicle on the after- noon of May 5, 2009. The men had been report- ed missing by Peel police. John Le, 38, of Markham, was arrested without inci- dent in January, also charged with two counts each of first-degree murder, kidnapping and using a fire- arm in commission of an offence. Media reports follow- ing discovery of the bodies indicated Mr. Sandhu had been scheduled to appear in court in Windsor June 1, 2009 to face charges of importing cocaine. In late December, Durham police said they’d recovered DNA linked to a potential suspect. In an appeal for more information issued Dec. 22, investigators said they’d tracked the move- ments of the dead men in the hours prior to the fatal shootings and travel of the suspects afterward. Police concluded the men were murdered in the area of Kennedy Road and Shep- pard Avenue in Toronto, after which their bodies were moved to Pickering. Durham cops conducted a canvass of that area, seeking potential witnesses. According to informa- tion released by Durham police in December, the vic- tims travelled from Bramp- ton to Toronto May 4, 2009, and were murdered there. The bodies were placed in the trunk of their own Nis- san and driven to Pickering, where the car was aban- doned. A second car was also driven east to the area in which the bodies were left, cops said. Police said a cellphone belonging to one of the dead men remained in the second car used by the kill- ers; that vehicle was driv- en north to Whitchurch- Stouffville, then back south to the Kennedy Road and Sheppard Avenue area. This investigation contin- ues and further arrests are anticipated, police say. Call Durham police at 1- 888-579-1520 ext. 3270. The lead investigator is Detec- tive Mitch Martin. -- With files from Jeff Mitchell LOCAL BREAKING NEWS, SPORTS, PHOTOS, VIDEO AND WEATHER: ALL DAY, EVERY DAY >> Work means pool will be closed this summer BY REKA SZEKELY rszekely@durhamregion.com AJAX -- The Town of Ajax wants residents to jump right into the pro- cess of upgrading the Ajax Memorial Outdoor Pool, located beside the Ajax Public Library. The Town has a concept design for the new pool and facilities, including change rooms, and wants community input. An open house will be held on Feb. 25 at Town Hall, 65 Harwood Ave. S., in council chambers start- ing at 7 p.m. with a pre- sentation. It will be fol- lowed by an opportunity to ask questions and pro- vide feedback. Last summer, the pro- vincial and federal gov- ernments announced they would each contrib- ute $660,000 towards the pool upgrades through funds earmarked for rec- reational facilities. The Town was to contribute the remaining $660,000. At the time, the plan was to upgrade the change rooms, replace the wad- ing pool with a splash pad, repair the pool deck and repair the pool itself, including fixes to the plumbing. However, once the fund- ing was announced and the Town retained con- sultants to begin the proj- ect, it became clear that repairs to the pool tank wouldn’t be enough. “The structural reports have come back and the pool is no longer struc- turally sound,” said Cath- erine Bridgeman, capi- tal projects manager for the Town, adding that the tank is almost 50 years old. The outdoor pool opened in 1962 with funding from the Kinsmen Club. Replacing the tank will add $315,000 to the tab. An additional $45,000 will be used for shade struc- tures on the deck and for installing the service pipes for a future cafe. “We were trying to do it within the funds available, and we’ve got preliminary estimates that pushed us over what our funding is,” said Ms. Bridgeman. Since the tank needs to be replaced, the Town will use the opportunity to create a more multi-pur- pose design for the pool. “With the configura- tion of the existing pool, it doesn’t allow for leisure swim and lane swimming to happen simultaneous,” said Ms. Bridgeman. In addition to upgrades to the actual pool, the change rooms will become fully accessible and will include male, female and family change rooms. Councillors also consid- ered adding solar panels to heat the pool, but the payback period on the initial investment would have been more than 20 years. Ms. Bridgeman also points out the Town will save money on heat- ing the pool because the upgrades will make it more efficient. The work means the pool will be closed for the summer of 2010, but open for the 2011 outdoor swimming season. For more information about the project or to comment, contact Rob Braid, from the recre- ation and culture depart- ment at 905-619-2529, ext. 7225 or e-mail rob. braid@townofajax.com. 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 4 AP Wednesday February 24, 2010 Ajax & Pickering Locations Flyers in Today’s 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. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 6:30 Sat. 9 - 1:00 Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. Carrier of The Week Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY View Flyers/Coupons At * Delivered to selected households only Today’s carrier of the week is Matthew who enjoys basketball and hanging out with friends. 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Catherine Bridgeman from page 1 Hinchliffe operates Clydesdale with a different partner and the company custom-makes con- tainers for just about anything that needs protection, he said. When Clydesdale was a start-up it was based out of Scarborough but they made the move further up the 401 east in the 90s. Mr. Hinchliffe’s company has been in the region since. Clydesdale has produced car- rying cases for everything from concert equipment to granite samples for salespeople who do a lot of travelling and comput- er accessories to equestrian tack supplies. There are cases for compa- nies carrying valuables to trade shows, containers for motion picture equipment and cases for architectural models. Clydesdale does complicated custom jobs like the cases the company built for the world curl- ing trophy, which features a giant ball on top held by “so many spindly turrets” the logistics of making the case weren’t easy, Mr. Hinchliffe said. But regardless of what is going into the cases, they are all made from the same materials in basi- cally the same way. The outside is a hard case with metal around the edges of the box and foam inside fitted to cradle the object so it arrives at its destination safe every time, Mr. Hinchliffe said. The cases come in heavy and medium duty options. “I’m fairly confident it could fall off the back of a truck and it would be fine.” Perhaps that’s why so many trust the company to keep valu- ables safe. Clydesdale’s cases have housed just about every NHL award, entertainment equipment for the likes of Jennifer Lopez and have created holders for Ontar- io Power Generation’s precious cargo, Mr. Hinchliffe said. And the torch isn’t the only item the company has helped get to Vancouver for the Olympics. Clydesdale has also made protec- tive containers for the broadcast- related tools that will be used to show the games to the world. Because technology is always changing and gadgets are getting smaller and smaller -- think about how rapidly the size of laptops have changed in the past couple years - - Clydesdale also retrofits cases so newer models of the same product will fit inside. “Sometimes the protective travel cases outlive a lot of the equipment that goes inside them,” he said. Clydesdale also does repairs to the cases it makes, including those they sell to house famous items like the Stanley Cup. The cup goes home with every player on the team that wins it each year, so the Clydesdale case it’s in collects a lot of frequent flyer miles. The case for the top prize usually needs some work every couple of years, Mr. Hinchliffe said. “Travelling the entire world it takes a beating,” he said. But doing work with the presti- gious trophy is definitely a source of pride for the company. “There’s no greater holy grail than the Stanley Cup.” About the business: CALL 905-837-6748 VISIT www.clydesdalecases.ca 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 5 P 1-866-873-9945 www.welcomewagon.ca If You Are... Moving Expecting a Baby Planning a Wedding New Business Appointment Looking for a Career Call Welcome Wagon Today! It’s absolutely FREE! Sunday February 28, 2010 Olympic torch had Durham-made case I’m fairly conﬁ dent it could fall off the back of a truck and it would be fine. Ron Hinchliffe, Clydesdale Custom Case Co. Ltd. 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 6 AP & A Metroland Media Group Ltd. 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In fact, more than one study has shown it to be worse than driv- ing drunk. He then asks why hands-free is not banned. First of all, it would be very difficult to police. Secondly, it is clear that if people like Mr. Smith are unable to accept the science of cellphone use and driving, imagine how hard it would be to get the public behind that legislation. I would also note that Mr. Smith placed fault at the hands of a small child for run- ning into the street rather than a driver who has chosen to reduce their reaction time by talking on a cellphone. Matthew Beatty Ajax COMMUNICATION Directly electing Durham chairman the way to go To the editor: Directly electing a chairman would give everyone the opportunity to vote. It would raise our profile here in Durham Region and strengthen the profile of the Region. It will be expensive but so is any election. Evelyn and James Smith Pickering POLITICS Governments continue to ignore reality To the editor: It’s budget time again and little thought has gone into curbing taxes at all levels of govern- ment. I work for a corporation in the private sector (31 years). Wages have been frozen for four years; benefits, perks and budgets have been drastically reduced. Thousands of my peers lost their jobs. We work extra hours covering tasks that our dis- placed peers performed. It’s disheartening to watch unions, management and councils from all levels of government continue on as if this isn’t happening. Constant strike threats and increases dem- onstrate clearly that while the private sector is bearing the brunt of the recession, the pub- lic sector retains its sense of entitlement. I will not vote for a candidate at any level of gov- ernment who approves another tax increase without taking measures to level out the play- ing field between public and private sectors. It’s simply poor management. If the private sector was able to see the writing on the wall years ago, why has the public sector failed to take the same measures? We need to share the pain. How did we let it happen that the public sector now has some of the highest salaries around? We cannot afford to keep funding excess; taxpayers do not have bottomless pockets. Davina Jones Whitby TRANSPORTATION Impatient drivers flout rules To the editor: Have the rules of the road changed? It appears that the only time you have to stop at a stop sign is when someone else is already in the intersection. Drivers slow down, look around and then drive through. It takes approximately two seconds to look in both directions and then proceed if clear. Is life so short that we can’t spare two sec- onds? Right-hand turns on red lights, driv- ers look to the left, no one coming, they go, no stop. Drivers passing on a double solid because the guy in front is only doing 10 over. I think the government should look at retesting all drivers about every 10 years, not just those over 80. If they fail, they take a course. You charge about $100 for the test, who’s not going to pay $10 a year to drive? The money made off the tests would easily pay for the testers and facilities required. Ken Goodwin Whitby Municipal governments across Dur- ham are busy putting the final touches on their budgets for the year and, not surpris- ingly, they are passing along property tax increases. It would appear that the old adage about death and taxes is proven once again. And the response among tax-burdened homeowners is uniformly predictable. We’re conditioned to despise taxes, espe- cially when they are on the rise. And pol- iticians tend to hide behind rhetoric, or distance themselves from the debates and decisions, which do a disservice to the people they represent. The bottom line is that property tax increases in Durham’s municipalities are modest this year, while the Durham Region portion of the property tax bill is going up a palatable 2.15 per cent. But before you get out the placards and plan a local protest, consider what you get in return: safe and well-maintained roads, a skilled and professional police force, highly trained paramedics that respond to emergencies on a moment’s notice, well-funded fire departments, municipal swimming pools, hockey rinks, parks, new schools and more. These are the things we demand in Dur- ham Region and we elect the men and women who serve on municipal and regional councils to ensure that we get them. Durham’s municipalities are, for the most part, well managed and the guardians of the public purse do their level best to bal- ance those obligations against the costs associated with programs and services. Certainly there have been some bad deci- sions made along the way, and some furi- ous backtracking on poorly conceived pol- icies, but the economic truth is that it costs a little more every year to maintain the sta- tus quo, to live up to the expectations tax- payers set. By way of comparison, the City of Toron- to, despite annual property tax increases that have hovered around four per cent for several years, faces an operating budget deficit of approximately $375 million as it prepares its fiscal blueprint for the coming year. This is not to suggest that Durham Region taxpayers should celebrate higher taxes. But demanding lower taxes and wider roads, or lower taxes and more police offi- cers, or lower taxes and new community centres, is fiscal folly. It’s both inconsistent and not sustainable. Better to introduce incremental increas- es that are fair enough to ensure snowy roads are plowed in a timely fashion, and that firefighters will come equipped with the best tools if they are called upon, than to risk deep cuts and reduced services. That’s when you’d see the placards and the protests. Lower taxes, improved services simply not consistent 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 9 P %JSFDU"DDFTT (FOFSBM&ORVJSJFT 4FSWJDF%JTSVQUJPODJUZPGQJDLFSJOHDPN 5 )PVS-JOF 5PMM'SFF 55: DVTUPNFSDBSF!DJUZPGQJDLFSJOHDPN DJUZPGQJDLFSJOHDPN Attend Public Meetings at City Hall February 24 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm February 25 Library Board - Central 7:00 pm March 1 Joint Planning & Development 7:30 pm & Executive Committee March 3 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm March 4 Executive Committee (Budget Meeting) 9:00 am March 4 Advisory Committee on Race Relations 7:00 pm & Equity March 5 Executive Committee (Budget Meeting - 9:00 am if required) All meetings are open to the public. For details call 905.420.2222 or visit the City website. Date Meeting Time If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 or Toll Free 1.866.683.2760. Our offi ce hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Tired of standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering off ers the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. Please note your tax account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the day funds are withdrawn from your account or the post-marked date. You can pay your taxes: • At participating fi nancial institutions. Please allow fi ve days before the due date for your payment to reach our offi ce. • By mail. To avoid the late payment penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed fi ve days before the due date. Cheques post-dated for the due dates are acceptable. • After hours “outside” drop box at the City municipal building on or before the due date. • By telephone/computer banking. Please check with your fi nancial institution for details. Please allow fi ve days before the due date for your payment to reach our offi ce. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not reduce your responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. A late payment fee of 1.25% is added to any unpaid taxes on the fi rst day of default and on the fi rst day of each month, as long as the taxes remain unpaid. The penalty and interest rates are set by City by-laws, pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act. The City does not have the authority to waive penalty and interest charges. 2010 INTERIM TAX NOTICE First Instalment of the 2010 INTERIM PROPERTY TAX BILL is due for payment February 26, 2010 The Council of the City of Pickering will hold a Public Meeting to consider the 2010 Current and Capital Budget and User Fees on: Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 9:00 am Friday, March 5, 2010 at 9:00 am (if necessary) Pickering Civic Complex, Main Committee Room One The Esplanade, Pickering The 2010 Current and Capital Budget and User Fees will be formally adopted at a Special Meeting of Council to be held on: Monday, March 29, 2010 at 7:30 pm Pickering Civic Complex, Council Chambers One The Esplanade, Pickering Copies of the proposed 2010 Budgets, Current, Capital and User Fees will be available on February 26, 2010 at no cost upon request by contacting the Corporate Services Department, City of Pickering, 905.420.4634, or by email at corpserv@cityofpickering.com. Electronic versions of these documents will be posted on the City’s website on February 26, 2010. The City is proposing to change fees for building permits, planning applications and other City fees. Residents or other individuals who wish to appear at the March 4, 2010 meeting as a delegation should register with Linda Roberts, Committee Coordinator by 4:00 pm on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at lroberts@cityofpickering.com or 905.420.4660, ext. 2928. Residents or other individuals who wish to appear at the March 29, 2010 meeting as a delegation should register ith Linda Roberts, Committee Coordinator by 12 noon on Thursday, March 26, 2010 at lroberts@cityofpickering.com or 905.420.4660, ext. 2928. Written comments for Council’s attention and requests for further information regarding these meetings should be directed to the City Clerk at dshields@cityofpickering.com or 905.420.4660, ext. 2019. Dated this 1st day of February, 2010. Debbie Shields Gillis A. Paterson City Clerk Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer To register contact Linda Roberts, Committee Coordinator at lroberts@cityofpickering.com or 905.420.4660 ext. 2928 Notice of Public Meeting 2010 Budget and User Fees Spring thaws and the rainy season can impact the conditions of our roads. Some of our older roads and gravel roads were not built to withstand heavy vehicles during this time. To reduce this impact a seasonal reduced load restriction will be in eff ect March 1st – April 30th. For more information check out our website and refer to section 122 of the Highway Traffi c Act. Note:This restriction applies to those who have Oversized/Overweight Load permits. For general enquiries or to report dangerous conditions please contact our Customer Care Centre. Reduced Load Restrictions March 1 - April 30 Proposed Firearms By-Law The City of Pickering is seeking comments from the public regarding a proposed fi rearms by-law, which will replace the existing fi rearms by-law, passed in 1975. The draft by-law may be viewed on the City’s website or a copy may be obtained in person at the Pickering Civic Complex, Clerk’s Offi ce, 2nd Floor, between the hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. The City of Pickering will review written comments received by March 31, 2010 and include this information with the fi nal draft of the by-law recommended to Council. Please direct comments or questions to Kimberly Thompson Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement Services T. 905.420.4660 ext. 2187 kthompson@cityofpickering.com cityofpickering.com Clerks Offi ce One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 Coming to Your Home the Week of March 14th. Spring & Summer Aquatics, Fitness & Leisure programs for your family! Registration begins: March 18 for Aquatics and March 22 for Fitness & Leisure Quick & Easy, Register Online at cityofpickering.com using Click to Reg, or register in-person, by mail, fax or phone. For details Call 905.420.4621. Cit y Services & Leisure Guide Click to Reg online preview begins March 4 ’Theres a new face on facebook! Become a fan, search ... •Pickering FIT •Pickering Events •Free TeenS Follow us on ... cityofpickering.comcityofpic Free Programs & Events exclusively for Pickering Teens 13 - 19 years CITY I.D. REQUIRED Get it free at programs (parent signature required) cityofpickering.com/teen DODGEBALL tournament Saturday, March 13 East Shore Communit y Centre 7 - 10 pm t5FBNTPG t1SJ[FT'PPE t$BMMUPTJHOVQ 905.420.4660 ext. 6100 )PTUFECZ what to do March 15 - 19 what to do March 15 - 19 March Break March Break ARENA CAMPS MUSEUM AQUAT ICS LIBRARY FIT CLUB TEENS & MORE! Goto cityofpickering.com to see whatwe’ve got lined up forYOU! 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 10 AP BY KRISTEN CALIS kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- In order to achieve a healthy weight, people need to make changes that can be sustained for life, said the City of Pickering’s registered dietitian. “Diets that have a quick weight loss often result in re-gaining the weight,” said Meaghan Wallace at a free work- shop, ‘Reaching Your Healthy Weight’, at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Strict rules that are hard to stick to long-term, deprivation, and unrealistic promises contribute to reasons fad diets don’t work and often lead to yo-yo diet- ing, Ms. Wallace said. But obesity has to be addressed, she said, since weight gain contributes to a number of diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, some cancers and sleep apnea. “There are so many health risks associ- ated with being overweight that it’s now considered a disease,” she said. While fad diets won’t pay off in the long run, weight gain can be controlled. The best way is to balance diet and exer- cise, Ms. Wallace said. She said Canada’s Food Guide works, but has to be followed properly. The guide includes specific amounts of food people should eat a day, and from which food groups. Amounts vary between genders, kids, teens and adults. “You want variety and moderation,” she said. “It’s the key to a healthy diet.” And making sure to get a healthy bal- ance of fruits and vegetables, grains, dairy and meats and alternatives will help. “If you’re focusing on getting your food groups, you feel less hungry and less likely to focus on (junk food),” she said. Also, aim for protein and fiber in the morning. “Fibre and protein are what help you feel fuller longer,” she said, adding whole grains are a good source. It’s just as important to read labels and beware of marketing strategies. For example, foods low in fat could be high in sugar to compensate for the taste. Pay attention to calories, nutrient val- ues, sugars and fats, and remember the amounts are based on a specified num- ber at the top of the information, she said. “You want your saturated fat to be as low as possible and you want your trans fat to be ‘zero’,” she said. Meal planning can also cut down weight gain. Plan meals for the week, eat small meals more often, and include three or four food groups at every meal, she said. And beware of portion sizes. A serv- ing of meat should equal a deck of cards and a serving of whole grains is once piece of bread or half a bagel, for exam- ple. Resident and holistic nutritionist Laura Yourth found the session infor- mative, easy for the average person to follow and made residents aware of hid- den fats and calories. “I believe most people don’t know about the labels,” she said. For a full listing of portion sizes, see Canada’s Food Guide: CALL 1-866-225-0709 VISIT www.hc-sc.gc.ca HEALTHY TIPS Tips from Canada’s Food Guide: • Eat at least one dark green and one orange vegetable a day, such as broccoli and sweet potatoes. • Have vegetables and fruit more often than juice. • Make at least half of your grain products whole grain, and choose items such as whole wheat pasta, brown rice, and oats. • Drink two cups of skim, one-per cent or two per cent milk every day. • Select lower fat yogurts and cheeses by compar- ing labels. • Eat meat alternatives like beans, tofu and lentils often. • Eat at least two servings of fish each week, but limit mercury intake. • Select lean meats, remove visible fats and skin, and cook with little or no added fat. • If eating lunch meats, choose those lower in salt and fat. Tips from the nutritionist • Don’t grocery shop when hungry • Avoid mindless eating • Take your time to eat a meal • Keep food out of sight, except fruits and vegetables • Read and compare labels • Drink plenty of water • Limit or eliminate alcohol • Plan ahead • Get physically active How to increase metabolism: • Eat breakfast • Don’t skip meals • Be physically active • Get proper sleep • Avoid stress • Gain muscle, which burns more calories Fad diets don’t work: registered dietitian CELIA KLEMENZ / METROLAND PICKERING -- Meaghan Wallace, a registered dietitian, offered a free seminar on weight management to a group that gathered at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Jan. 15. Diets that have a quick weight loss often result in re- gaining the weight. Meaghan Wallace, registered dietitian Peeling off poundsin Pickering du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Art & Crafts, Woodworking, Swimming, Pottery, Sports, Tetherball, Ga-Ga Ball, Nature and more! Sports and Arts & Crafts Camps. 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MARCH BREAK & SUMMER CAMPS S H O W Saturday, February 27th 10am-6pm CENTRE COURT ADVERTISING FEATURE 1. Camp Riverwood 2. Canlan Ice Sports 3. IQ Brainers 4. Pickering Athletic Centre 5. Rising Sun Martial Arts 6. Pickering School of Ballet 7. Ajax Acros 8. Ultimate Canadian Cheer 9. Harmony Centre 10. Yamaha Music/Toronto PianoFLOOR PLAN Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 12 AP 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 13 AP PSB Dance Academy Karen Davies Thomas, Director F.I.S.T.D. (Cecchetti) A.I.S.T.D. (National) A.I.S.T.D. 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CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, RESPECT 1095 Kingston Road At Dixie Rd./Hwy #2 Pickering (behind Part Source) 905-839-3488 www.theharmonycenter.ca At Th e Harmony Center, we believe that we can make a positive diff erence in the world, one student at a time. We off er: Karate (children, adult and family classes) Tae Kwon Do (for kids and adults) Kickboxing After School program K.A.S.P.E.R (Kids After School Program with Eff ective Results) March Break and Summer Camps Zumba (Latin Dance with an athletic spirit) Bully Proof Canada Street Proof Sports Cross Training Yoga Boot Camp *For new members only with a one year membership paid in full. UCMAS - Ajax (IQBRAINERS INC.) Unit 10 - 467 Westney Road South (Westney & Bayly) Ajax, ON L1S 6V8 905 - 231 4800 iqbrainers@ucmas.ca www.ucmas.ca “We Tutor Math, English, Science, French, Music and Other Subjects for Grades 01 to 12” The latent skills of your child Bring to the fore using Abacus U C MAS is a mental math program which develops the ability of a child to calculate quickly and accurately without the help of gadgets like calculators. It is based on the ancient Chinese art of Abacus and Mental math using the “Zhusuan” methodology. The program is designed to stimulate both hemispheres of the brain. Thus, learners are trained to utilize their mental faculties fully. ● Development and utilization of full brain ● Improves math skills: calculation speed and accuracy ● Promotes creativity and self reliance ● Improves confidence ● Builds concentration, alertness and focus ● Enhances memory and reduces learning time Benefits of the UCMAS system for the child: ● Comprises 10 levels, each of 3 months duration ● One session per week of 2 hours duration ● 15 minutes of homework required daily as practice ● Parents get trained as well to help their child ● Parent’s support and commitment is most essential for best results. The UCMAS course structure: See you at the show ! Corporate Office: Suite# 401, Sussex Centre, 50 Burnhamthorpe Rd (W), Mississauga, ON L5B 3C2 Tel: (905) 502-9476 Fax: (905) 896-9380 E-mail: info@ucmascanada.com www.ucmas.ca Pickering Athletic Centre 1503 Sandy Beach Rd., Pickering www.pickeringathleticcentre.com • 905-839-5260 you’ll flip over us! Pickering Athletic Centreyou’ll fli ov r us! 401 Bayly St. B r o c k R d . S a n d y B e a c h R d . L i v e r p o o l N • We Offer Gymnastic, Trampoline and Tumbling Programs for All Ages 18 Months to Adult 7 days a week • Air Conditioned • Winter, March Break, Summer and P.A. Day Camps • Recreational & Competitive Classes • Birthday Parties • Parent & Tot • Always Accepting New Members 2009 Diamond 2009 Platinum New Location!Open Gym Pickering Athletic Centre 1503 Sandy Beach Rd., Pickering www.pickeringathleticcentre.com • 905-839-5260 you’ll flip over us! Pickering Athletic Centreyou’ll fli ov r us! 401 Bayly St. B r o c k R d . S a n d y B e a c h R d . L i v e r p o o l N • We Offer Gymnastic, Trampoline and Tumbling Programs for All Ages 18 Months to Adult 7 days a week • Air Conditioned • Winter, March Break, Summer and P.A. Day Camps • Recreational & Competitive Classes • Birthday Parties • Parent & Tot • Always Accepting New Members 2009 Diamond 2009 Platinum New Location!Open Gym 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 14 AP Spa Spectacular Friday, March 19, 1 - 3:30 p.m. at The Youth Centre Three FREE interactive workshops. Come pamper yourself girlfriend! - Stress management - Homemade spa treatments - Jewellery making - Healthy snacks. Fun and relaxation! Dish Up Dinner Tuesday, March 16, Wednesday, March 17, and Thursday, March 18, 1 - 3:30 p.m. McLean Community Centre, 95 Magill St., Ajax 3 FREE Cooking Workshops. Practise your skills in the kitchen and learn new ones from a Registered Dietitian!! Learn about healthy eating, and how to make easy, delicious meals to take home to share with your family. Urban eyes Monday, March 15, Tuesday, March 16 & Thursday March 18, 1 - 3:30 p.m., at The Youth Centre Free for youth ages 13-19 living in Ajax and Pickering. Pre-registration required.905-428-1212 360 Bayly St. W., Unit 5, Ajax. MBA (Motivational Basketball Association) Tuesday, March 16 , 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (ages 13-15) Wednesday, March 17, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (ages 16-19) Pickering High School , 180 Church St. N. - Play some ball! - Talk about issues affecting guys - Eat some free food! 3 session program to learn about photography from a professional and speak up about issues that matter to you! Show your photos at an exhibit in your community! Cameras are available for loan. pectacular Friday, March 19, 1 - 3:30 p.m. at The Youth Centre nteractive workshops Come pamper yourself girlfriend! re March Mayhem! AM & PM SUMMER CLASSES We will be offering weekly AM & PM classes throughout the summer. The session will begin early July and will end early September. MARCH BREAK CAMP Monday March 15th – Friday March 19th Half day & Full day camps available. SUMMER CAMPS Running from July 5th - September 3rd Half day & Full day camps available. JOIN IN THE FUN! All camps include lots of gymnastics & trampoline, exciting games, creative crafts and more! AJAX ACRO’S GYMNASTICS CLUB & DURHAM GYMNASTICS ACADEMY 889 Westney Rd S Ajax, ON P: 905-427-0036 E: ajax.acros@on.aibn.com Christmas Camp • Summer Camp • March Break CampChristmas Camp • Summer Camp • March Break Camp“Gymnastics is “Gymnastics is an excellent sport an excellent sport for developing your for developing your child’s success in oth e r child’s success in oth e r sports, activities and sports, activities and future ambitions”future ambitions” Parent and TotParent and Tot Kinder GymKinder Gym Recreational GymnasticsRecreational Gymnastics Teen GymnasticsTeen Gymnastics TrampolineTrampoline Hwy #2 Consumers Dr.Br o c k S t . Th i c k s o n R d . 401 105 Industrial Dr.Unit 4 & 5 Ho c k i n s St . Birthday Birthday PartiesParties FamilyFamily Owned &Owned & OperatedOperated Hwy #2 Hwy #401 Bayly St. Br o c k R d . 1755 Plummer St. Unit 8 WhitbyWhitby (905) 665-1990(905) 665-1990 PickeringPickering (905) 839-7669(905) 839-7669 www.planetgymnastics.cawww.planetgymnastics.ca 105 Industrial Drive, Unit 4&5, Whitby, ON, L1N 5Z9105 Industrial Drive, Unit 4&5, Whitby, ON, L1N 5Z9 1755 Plummer St., Unit 8, Pickering, ON, L1W 3S11755 Plummer St., Unit 8, Pickering, ON, L1W 3S1 Voted #1Voted #1 Gymnastics FacilityGymnastics Facility 2 Years in a row2 Years in a row 2008 Reader’s Choice Award 2009 Saturday February 27, 10am - 6pm in the CENTRE COURT SPONSORED BY: SUMMER CAMPS S H O WMARCH BREAK &6th ANNUAL DURHAM -- After a string of rob- beries at two local ski resorts, a sting by Durham police has result- ed in 14 arrests. The Durham Regional Police Service conducted a two-week investigation called Project Snow- berry at both Lakeridge and Dag- mar ski resorts after a number of complaints of snowboard thefts. Plainclothes officers from the North Division communi- ty resource unit conducted the investigation at both resorts. They observed other illegal activity, including alcohol and drug use in the parking lot areas of the resorts. Twelve adults and two youths were charged under the Criminal Code and under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and a snowboard and 40.5 grams of mar- ijuana were seized by police. The youths have entered into diver- sion contracts under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Police say management at both resorts were extremely supportive of the initiative. Police are recommending any- one attending any ski resort not leave their personal property unat- tended and to use locking devices on their equipment. The investigation into criminal activity at the resorts is ongoing and anyone with new informa- tion is asked to contact Consta- ble Mark Ashworth or Constable Anil Maharaj of the North Division criminal resource unit at 1-888- 579-1520 ext. 2665. 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 15 AP Just ask Michael Thompson, of Pickering who paid his carrier and won $1,000 in the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser’s collection draw. The carrier on this route, Ema, also received a $25.00 bonus. To enter the draw for your chance to win $1000 just pay your carrier the $6.00 optional delivery charge and send us your ballot which is located on your “Thank You” coupon. “SERVICE WORTH PAYING FOR” It Pays to Pay your News Advertiser Carrier $1000 WINNER Your carrier keeps 100% of what they collect as payment for their delivery. Career Exploration Employment Preparation For Durham Region Residents Learn what you’re good at. Target a suitable career! No Cost to You! Call Today! 905-420-7518 Employment Ontario Programs are funded in part by the Government of Canada NEED A NEW DIRECTION?Trustee In Bankruptcy TrusteeTrustee In In BankruptcyBankruptcy James R. Yanch OSHAWA 215 Simcoe St. N. 905-721-7506 AJAX 50 Commercial Ave. 905-619-1473 Saturday & Evening Appt.’s Available FREE CONSULTATION www.jamesryanch.com Advice on Proposals, Bankruptcy & Alternatives “Lets fi nd solutions together!” Over 20 Years Experience BY APPT. ONLY CRIME Durham cops arrest 14 for ski resort thefts Ajax spa owner facing several fraud charges AJAX -- A 45-year-old woman faces several charges after a woman allegedly posing as a quali- fied healthcare provider was offer- ing massage, naturopathy and acu- puncture without credentials. Durham Regional Police con- ducted a month-long undercover investigation into services being provided by an unqualified and unregistered suspect.A search war- rant was executed at the Ajax Uni- sex Salon and Spa, at Westney Road South and Clements Road West. The business had been operat- ing since 2007 by a woman, police allege posed as a doctor of natural medicine or as a registered mas- sage therapist. Jenny Tran, 45, has been charged with fraud over $5,000, two counts of attempted fraud over $5,000, forgery, uttering a forged docu- ment, two counts of defrauding the public, and attempting to obstruct justice. Anyone with more information should call Detective-Constable Jeff Allbon at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 5224. 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 16 AP Sports Brad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com newsdurhamregion.com Shannen Jainudeen, Zakiya McIntosh and Yazmin Ongtengco-Hintzen compete for U17 DURHAM -- A trio of soccer play- ers are hoping a trip to Trinidad and Tobago for an international tournament will lead to much big- ger things down the road. Shannen Jainudeen, Zakiya McIntosh and Yazmin Ongtengco- Hintzen will be representing Can- ada in a women’s U17 Four Nation Tournament that will begin Sun- day and run through to March 5. In addition to the host Trinidad and Tobago, the tournament will also include Mexico and Jamaica, fea- turing players born in 1993 or later. “These games will be our first international matches of the 2010 season. They will provide a great opportunity and challenge for the team prior to the CONCACAF Women’s U17 Championship in Costa Rica,” said national coach Bryan Rosenfeld on the Canadian Soccer Association’s website. Canada faces Mexico on Sunday, Jamaica on March 3 and Trinidad and Tobago on March 5. Jainudeen is a centre defender whose accomplishments include playing in the 2009 Canada Games, being selected as an Athlete of the Year and achieving honours in aca- demics in the Elite Athlete program at Birchmount Park Collegiate. She is in her third season with the Ajax United Magic 93 program, and was a major contributor in help- ing her team to an Ontario Cup Championship and a silver medal at nationals last year. She scored the game winning goals in both the quarterfinals against Alberta and semifinals against Nova Scotia at nationals. Her accomplishments on the pitch have earned her a lot of inter- est from NCAA recruiters. McIntosh, an Ajax resident who attends Pickering High School, played previously with the Oshawa Kicks and Ajax Storm before join- ing the Ajax United Magic 93. In addition to soccer, she is a huge part of the athletic program at Pickering in track and field, soccer, rugby, basketball and volleyball. As part of one of the best teams in the province last season, her Ajax Storm were ranked number one in Ontario, finishing as OYSL east division champions, OYSL league champions, Ontario Cup champi- ons and Robbie champions, where she was awarded the MVP of the tournament. She has also attended eight showcase tournaments since 2007, as well as a four-stage univer- sity tour in Ohio. She was heavily pursued by more than 30 schools before giving a ver- bal commitment to the University of Louisville. Ongtengco-Hintzen is a Whitby resident who attends Father Leo J. Austin Secondary School, where she was the only starting freshman in Grade 9 on the senior soccer team. Her club teams have includ- ed Whitby Iroquois, Oshawa Kicks and Ajax United Magic 93. A member of the provincial pro- gram since the age of 14, some of her accomplishments include: being selected for the all-star nationals in both U14 and U16, winning silver each time; played against prestigious programs such at West Virginia, Louisville, Ken- tucky and Ohio State as part of a university tour; and won the Ontario Cup championship and silver medal at Nationals last sea- son with Ajax. She has given a verbal commit- ment to Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida for a soccer scholarship. Following the Four Nation Tour- nament, the team will compete in the 2010 CONCACAF Women’s U17 Championship from March 10-20 in Costa Rica. Only two of the eight teams com- peting will qualify for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Trinidad and Tobago. In 2008, Canada finished third at the inaugural CONCACAF champi- onships and advanced to the quar- terfinals of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in New Zealand. SOCCER Trio looking to lead Canada SHANNEN JAINUDEEN ZAKIYA MCINTOSH YAZMIN ONGTENGCO- HINTZEN RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND Making the save AJAX -- Ajax Rams goalie Kristoff Lyons dropped his stick to make a save against the Uxbridge Tigers during Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletic Association senior boys’ playoff hockey action at the Ajax Community Centre. Ajax lost the series in two straight games by scores of 4-2 and 5-3. DURHAM COLLEGE BASKETBALL Smith moves up on all-time scoring list Ajax player leads Lords to big win OSHAWA -- Coming off a huge win against the second-ranked Fleming Knights, the Durham Lords will wrap up their regu- lar season schedule Wednesday in Toronto, with a climb up the standings still within reach. Durham visits the George Brown Huskies (8 p.m.) and with a win can move into a group of potentially four teams to finish the year at 15- 5, behind the St. Lawrence Vikings, who at 16-4 with no games remain- ing currently hold down first place. Fleming and the Algonquin Thunder have already wrapped up their schedules winning 15 of 20 games, while the Lords and Seneca Sting (15-4) have one game to go. Seneca, though, has a decent shot at catching St. Lawrence for top spot as they face the 7-12 Georgian Grizzlies in their final contest. The Lords positioned themselves for a chance to move up by dump- ing the then first place Knights 78- 68 last weekend. Durham never trailed in the game and cruised to victory thanks in large part to a 14 point, 12 rebound effort from Ajax’s Eric Smith, who in the process of his big night, passed DC legend Augusto Duquesne for sixth on the school’s all-time scor- ing list. Others with strong outings included Ajax’s Tyler McGarrity who had a game-high 25 points and Oshawa’s Courtney Small, who added 21. Defensive specialist Tyler Pelley of Ajax added three more steals to his league leading total which now stands at 84. 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 17 AP Novice B team beats Oshawa in final game DURHAM -- The Durham West Novice B team brought home a medal in its third consecutive tournament, winning gold in the Durham West Girls’ Hockey Association Tournament. The Lightning tied their first game against a very tough Oshawa Lady Generals squad 0- 0, with goaltender Katie Gibson recording her ninth shutout of the season. The Lightning then won their second game over the Nepean Wildcats 4-2. The Light- ning goals were scored by: Syd- ney Wilson, assisted by Claire Michalicka and Jordynn Hall; Claire Michalicka, assisted by Kaitlyn Bain; Megan McFadden, assisted by Mackenzie Simp- son and Jordan Haywood; and Makenna Chokelal. The semifinal saw the Light- ning take on the Nepean Wild- cats. Once again, they emerged victorious with a 3-1 win. Claire Michalicka scored two goals with two assists from Jordynn Hall and other assists by Sydney Wilson and Lindsay Hargreaves. The other Lightning goal was scored by Kaitlyn Bain, assisted by Megan McFadden. The Lightning faced the Lady Generals in the final. The Lightning were down 1- 0 until late in the second peri- od when Jordynn Hall scored, assisted by Sydney Wilson and Claire Michalicka. With the score tied 1-1 at the end of regu- lation, the game went into over- time. Thirteen seconds into the overtime period, the Lightning won the game, on a breakaway goal by Sydney Wilson, assisted by Claire Michalicka, to capture the gold medal. Again, a strong effort was seen by Lightning goaltender Katie Gibson, who, in her third con- secutive tournament, recorded a goals against average of 1.00. SUBMITTED PHOTO DURHAM -- The Durham West Lightning Novice B team defeated Oshawa in the championship game of its own tournament to win gold. Team members include, front row: Katie Gibson; second row, from left: Ciera Donnelly, Sara Rawji, Kaitlyn Bain, Jordynn Hall, Jordan Haywood, Lauren Miller; third row: Sydney Wilson, Claire Michalicka, Bryana Lennox, Megan McFadden, Anna Spiro, Mackenzie Simpson; fourth row: Lindsay Hargreaves, Makenna Chokelal; back row:Brent Wilson (assistant coach), Andrew Miller (assistant coach), John Haywood (head coach), Liz Hall (trainer), Nick Spiro (assistant coach). The team is managed by Michelle Gibson and the team treasurer is Stephanie Wilson. HOCKEY Durham West Lightning win gold with thrilling overtime victory HOCKEY Seniors sweep Henry Street PICKERING -- The St. Mary Monarchs haven’t missed a beat now that the playoffs have start- ed in LOSSA senior boys’ Triple- A hockey. After going undefeated dur- ing the regular season, the Mon- archs breezed through the quar- terfinals in two straight games, beating Henry Street 5-0 and 9-1 to advance. The semifinal opponent is Anderson, with Game 1 of the best-of-three series played yes- terday (after our deadline). Game 2 is slated for Thursday in Whitby. The other semifinal fea- tures Uxbridge and Paul Dwyer, with the series opener today in Uxbridge, followed by Game 2 on Friday in Oshawa. In the quarterfinals, Pickering was defeated by Paul Dwyer, while Ajax bowed out to Uxbridge. St. Mary advances to LOSSA semifinals 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 18 AP Di s n e y c h a r a c t e r s a n d a r t w o r k © D i s n e y , D i s n e y / P i x a r c h a r a c t e r s © D i s n e y / P i x a r . MAR. 3-7 (416) 870-8000 The emerald ash borer is in HAMILTON and TORONTO andthe Regional municipalities of DURHAM, YORK, PEEL and HALTON A Ministerial Order is in effect that PROHIBITS anyone from MOVING ash tree materials and all firewood out of this regulated area without permission. This insect ATTACKS and KILLS healthy ash trees. It spreads to new areas when infested wood is moved. Help protect our ash trees. DON’T MOVE FIREWOOD. For more information visit www.inspection.gc.ca/pests or call 1-866-463-6017 Ajax-Pickering Lacrosse Registration 2010 Registration! Saturday, February 27th and Sunday, February 28th, 2010 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Ajax Community Centre – Lobby Between Pads 3 & 4 Never played? Enhance your hockey skills! Develop your co-ordination and speed! Make life long friends! Visit us on-line at: www.westdurhamlacrosse.com - Contact us at: 905-999-ROCK (7625) NEW PLAYERS Please bring a copy of your Birth Certifi cate to Registration. ALL PLAYERS A Parent or Guardian must be present to sign registration card. Register for Tryouts on Representative Teams During Registration for House League and Field. Instructional Practice plus Games – Players are taught the skills, rules and strategies of Box Lacrosse at the House League level, and then have an opportunity to further develop those skills at the Rep level. Player age groups are as follows: (as of December 31st in year of play) Peanut ............ 4, 5 & 6 year olds .......................2004 to 2006 Tyke ................ 7-8 year olds ..............................2002 to 2003 Novice ............. 9-10 year olds ............................2000 to 2001 Pee-Wee ......... 11-12 year olds ..........................1998 to 1999 Bantam ........... 13-14 year olds ..........................1996 to 1997 Midget ............. 15-16 year olds ..........................1994 to 1995 Intermediate ... 17-21 year olds ..........................1989 to 1993 $130–Peanut; $165–Tyke & Up; $120–Field. AGE GROUPS FINAL FINAL REGISTRATION!REGISTRATION! Win over Kitchener snaps streak at 10 games BY BRIAN MCNAIR bmcnair@durharegion.com OSHAWA -- There were more than a few sighs of relief when Oshawa Generals cap- tain Jeff Hayes chipped the puck off the glass and out of the zone late in Sunday’s game at the General Motors Centre. None, though, would be more pronounced than that coming from Chris DePie- ro, head coach and general manager of a team that had finally snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 5-4 win over the Kitchener Rangers. The Generals (22-32-3-2) have moved back into a tie for the Eastern Conference’s eighth and final playoff spot with the Niagara IceDogs (21-31-2-5) with nine games remaining for both, includ- ing a rare Wednesday home date for the Generals against the Kingston Frontenacs tonight at 7:05 p.m. The Sud- bury Wolves (23-30-2-3) are two points ahead of both, with a game in hand. “You start thinking all kinds of wild things,” DePiero said when asked about the slide, which dated back to a Jan. 28 shootout win over Sault Ste. Marie. “The thing is, I don’t want to say that this is the end of the losing streak. It doesn’t end anything, real- ly. We still have nine hockey games left and I think that’s what we need to focus on and understand.” Jeff Brown, a healthy scratch two weeks earlier against Barrie, was the driv- ing force offensively, com- pleting a hat trick 19 seconds into the second period to give the home side an early 4-0 lead. He later added an assist on what proved to be the winner, by defenceman Alex Dzielski, and was a plus-four in the game. “Brownie, I give him cred- it, because he found differ- ent ways to score tonight,” DePiero said afterward. “He probably could have had three more just by some of the chances he had. He was bringing something tonight and it was great to see.” Christian Thomas scored the other Oshawa goal by blowing past Kitchener defenceman John Moore during a Rangers’ power play and beating goalie Mike Morrison with a high back- hand. It was his third short- handed goal of the season, a franchise record, and team- leading 34th overall. After tonight’s game, the Generals are at home again Friday against the Barrie Colts (7:35 p.m.). HOCKEY Generals avoid franchise-worst losing slump RYAN PFEIFFER / METROLAND OSHAWA -- Oshawa Generals centre Jeff Brown, front, celebrated one of his three goals in a 5-4 win against the Kitchener Rangers. 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 • Fe b r u a r y 2 4 , 2 0 1 0 19 AP Career Training Drivers OWNER OPERATOR & COMPANY AZ DRIVER for Cobourg based company, to run US/ Western Canada, paid percentage, must have 3yrs min. Fax resume: 905-377-1479, call (905)377-1407. General Help $15/HR. PART TIME Canvassing for home reno- vations. Sales experience an asset. Own vehicle. Call after 4pm (905)686-9607 Ext.226 ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good beneﬁ ts and salary. 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Scott or email jobs@hakimoptical.ca CARESTREAM MEDICAL is listed in the Top 200 fastest growing companies in Canada, based on results over the last 5 years. Due to continuing rapid growth as a Canadian distributor of Respiratory, Anesthesia, EMS, and Biomedical Testing Equipment, Carestream Medical has a full time position available for a working Bilingual Administrative Manager. Responsibilities include: • Assisting in all areas of ofﬁ ce related matters, including customer service, bids/tenders process, marketing related activities and handling rebate requests. • Overseeing a staff of 6 and managing daily activities in the normal course of business Requirements: • Must be bilingual, both English and French written and verbal • Must be very strong and have the ability to lead and motivate staff • Must be able to function independently, and within a team environment • Must be well organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Proﬁ cient with Microsoft Ofﬁ ce products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Respiratory Therapy background preferred, but not mandatory Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should forward their resumes to the attention of Harjit Sull, Director of Operations, at hsull@carestream.com. For more information about our people and products, please visit our website at www.carestream.com Careers General Help WORLD FINANCIAL Group is expanding into Durham Region, and is looking for a few great people. FT & PT, and training provided. Inter- ested in ﬁ nancial services? Visit WFGopportunity.ca, then call Mike for information at 905-626-0542 UNEMPLOYED & OUT-OF-SCHOOL YOUTH ● Twelve (12) positions are now open to unemployed and out of school youth; to be involved in a Government Sponsored Skills Link Employment Program in the Durham area ● Particularly youth from culturally- different backgrounds who want to improve their skills in overcoming employment barriers ● One year program with two six (6) months in-take (Monday-Friday) Skills Link Employment Program ● Offers a basic hourly rate of $9.50/hr. ● Learns about current and future requirements of the Canadian work-place Eligible participants must be: ● Canadian citizens, permanent residents or persons on whom refugee protection has been granted ● Age 18-30, Unemployed and Out-of-School ● In need of assistance to overcome employment barriers ● Not receiving Employment Insurance (EI) Beneﬁ ts E-mail wtcrcs@gmail.com By Friday March 12th, 2010 Attn: Patrick Wilson or Geraldine Wade-Brown Family Life Centre 1543 Bayly Street, Pickering Tel: (905) 839-4953 This program is funded by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy Salon & Spa Help TIMOTHY & CO. requires Part-time Registered Mas- sage therapist at new loca- tion. 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OPUSGLOW CONCEPT SPA is expanding and moving and has the following positions available: Receptionist, Estheticians, Registered Massage Thera- pists & Hair Stylists, mini- mum 2 years experience. Please submit resume to: annick@opusglow.com subject header the position. Skilled & Technical Help LICENSED SHEET METAL INSTALLER and licensed PLUMBER for large ICI pro- jects in the Durham Region. Must have working foreman experience to run site crews Top wages, beneﬁ ts and pension plan. Fax resume to (905)686-9131 Dynamic, fast-paced Oshawa area custom automated machinery builder is accepting resumes for: * Tool & Die Maker * CNC Milling Machinist * CNC Lathe Machinist * Mechanical Assembly Person * Mechanical Designer / Technologist * CNC Programmer (MasterCAM) Competitive wages and beneﬁ ts. Send resume with 2-3 employment references. Fax to (905) 434-5795 or email to: mfgjobs1@yahoo.ca Reference #4102 Office Help PARALEGAL REQUIRED for Property management company in Whitby. 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