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28 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 52,400 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 2008 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 champs Missing Leafs Annandale curlers Memorabilia taken join winning team from injured wrestler Page 18 Page 2 Robbery suspect dives through Tragic death sparks investigation drive through Fifteen-year-old the tragic and sudden death of a the station ran to the scene and was Durham Region EMS director, teenage boy Sunday night. unable to perform resuscitation. Richard Armstrong explained re- PICKERING — One person has dies suddenly at Next Scarborough resident Brian Mi- Durham Region Health Depart- suscitative equipment is kept in the been charged as an accomplice Paintball in Pickering chael Shepherd, 15, was leaving ment spokeswoman Glendene Col- while another is being sought in Next Paintball in Pickering when lins said the call was made at 7:23 an unusual robbery at a Pickering he suddenly collapsed. People in p.m. and an EMS vehicle arrived on eatery. By Kristen Calis attendance told the News Adver- the scene at 7:30 p.m. For more facebook com- Durham police said a suspect [email protected] tiser as someone called 911, others Brian’s father, Jim Shepherd, in- ments and a picture of dove through a drive-thru window ran to the nearby EMS station for dicated it wasn’t playing paintball Brian see the story online to gain access to the PICKERING — Durham Emer- help. But, since paramedics were that killed his son. He said he died a at newsdurhamregion.com Burger King restaurant after the gency Medical Services is conduct- at another call at that moment with “natural death,” but wouldn’t elab- shop had locked its doors around ing an internal investigation after the equipment, a paramedic from orate. ✦ See Father, Page 2 11 p.m. Jan. 2. The knife-wielding bandit, who wore a mask, bound two employees with duct tape and left them in a staff room before fleeing with cash, police said. Robbery detectives have since DRIVING INTO THE FOG charged a restaurant employee. Vic Boodoo, 18, of Downs Cres- cent in Ajax is charged with rob- bery, conspiracy to commit an indictable offence, public mis- chief and failing to comply with probation. Investigators still seek the masked robber, described as a black man in his early 20s.

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Regional Council ect. staff are pulling a sham,” as even with increased di- The preferred spot en- said Mr. Anderson. version there would still to vote dorsed by the committee After the site was en- be 25 to 30 per cent of on location is in ’s Energy dorsed, Clarington Mayor waste that must be dealt Park on lands owned by Jim Abernethy said the with somehow. Jan. 23 Durham south of Hwy. full health, environmental He also said councils 401, near Courtice Road. and financial implications cannot accept the “not in By Reka Szekely In the end, Councillor can’t be fully examined my backyard” argument. [email protected] Brian Nicholson of Osha- until a site and a tech- “If it’s not safe for your wa was the only commit- nology are chosen by the backyard, it’s not safe DURHAM — Durham tee member against the Region which must sub- for someone else in their Region’s works committee location. mit a preferred site to the backyard,” said Mayor Ab- endorsed a Courtice site as “It was wrong in the be- Province as part of the ernethy. the preferred location for ginning, it’s wrong now,” Individual Environmental The committee also ap- a proposed energy-from- said Coun. Nicholson, be- Assessment. proved a short list of five waste facility on Wednes- fore the motion passed. “The next 11 months are pre-qualified vendors of day, a day after a joint “Stop the process; do the most important be- thermal waste treatment Durham-York committee what’s right, not what’s ex- cause the questions every- technology. supported the same site. pedient.” one’s been asking will get Four of the vendors pro- The issue now goes to Regional Chairman answered,” he said, adding posed incinerators, while Regional Council, which Roger Anderson defended he wants to see the pro- one proposed a combined will look at approving the energy-from-waste tech- cess continue. mass burn and gasifica- site on Jan. 23. nology. Mayor Abernethy said tion facility. The purple area shows the preferred location for the incinera- Opponents to incin- “It’s not 100 per cent the Region’s waste prob- tor in Courtice. 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We think.. e-mail responses to [email protected] Aggressive RIDE patrols help fight impaired driving

he final numbers are in for Festive 101,000 stops and 68 charges. RIDE officers would set up a line at one or a great start. Those who repeatedly drink RIDE 2007 and they don’t paint a While comparisons, on the face of it, sug- two locations early in the evening. But once and drive would face a far greater chance of T pretty picture: despite fewer stops on gest drinking and driving is rampant and the early morning hours hit, RIDE officers getting caught and being taken off the road. the streets of Durham Region, more drunk out of control in Durham compared to hit the back streets and side roads in a bid Publicity about the effectiveness of RIDE driving arrests were made this year than neighbouring GTA regions, further inves- to catch those drunk drivers who may have also can’t hurt. The more who know about last. tigation reveals Durham’s units were far sidestepped a flashing RIDE patrol. the work done by Durham’s units, the bet- The annual seven-week program, which more aggressive in nabbing drunk motor- The reasoning was simple: “We know that ter. runs from late November until early ists. people are trying to avoid us. We know that And ultimately, education and enforce- January, saw 113 drivers hit with impaired Which is the way RIDE should be. If the people are driving on the back roads and ment are key. The work of Mothers Against driving charges, topping the 101 who goal is to stop drunk driving, setting up we know that people aren’t getting the mes- Drunk Driving is a godsend in getting the were arrested the previous year. And com- patrols in obvious and easily avoidable sage,” said Det.-Const. Ashfield. message out about the tragic consequences parisons are an obvious cause for concern: places is not the best way to eradicate the So what’s the key in the fight against of impaired driving. And stepped up penal- Durham RIDE officers stopped 13,000 behaviour. drunk driving? ties which make drunk driving so onerous vehicles while York police stopped 51,000 This year, under the supervision of Detec- Year-round RIDE patrols, especially the on one’s life and career are a necessary part and arrested 29. In Toronto, the totals were tive-Constable Dave Ashfield, Durham type that ran in Durham this year, would be of the process as well. British squad plays hockey the Canadian way

English team enjoys strong showing on Christmas tour

he British came, played hockey the Canadian way and, all in all, T acquitted themselves well during Al Rivett their 10-day tour of the GTA. The English under-14 national team travelled to Canada over the Christmas Greg Murphy, coach of the Ajax Knights break to participate in a big Oakville bantam ‘AA’ squad, says the English tournament, as well as to play exhibi- national squad was up for the game, and tion games against GTA bantam teams, it showed as they skated to victory against including ones in Durham Region. an Ajax team that’s currently in the top of They won some and lost some, con- its league standings. cluding their 12-game playing tour with a “They were excited to play us and they 5-7 mark against ‘AA’ and ‘A’ teams, some had a great game. It was well-deserved,” major bantam, some minor bantam. says Murphy of the exhibition contest And, with only one notable exception (a played before a packed Ajax Community Our readers think... 12-1 loss to an Oshawa major bantam rep Centre. team), they were never embarrassed. Murphy also pointed out the English The English team’s lone regret, says didn’t shy away from the physical play Ajax-Pickering hospital (Dr. Aref) were wonderful. David Garrity, one of the parents who against Ajax, trading checks with their Being in a hospital surrounded by made the trip to Canada, was not drop- hosts during the game. provides first-rate service strangers would be daunting for any- ping into the minor bantam category for “They had a couple of big boys and one - let alone a 17-month-old baby. the annual Richard Bell Memorial Inter- they were hitting and hitting well. I think To the editor: Everyone was so kind and friendly, and national Minor Hockey Tournament 2007 they enjoyed the North American game,” On Dec. 27, my youngest son Liam was having worked in a busy and physically in Oakville. explained Murphy. a patient in Rouge Valley Ajax and Pick- and mentally demanding environment, Competing in the major bantam ‘AA’ Aside from the game, there was plenty ering’s emergency department. Thank- I understand that this is not always an division, the Brits earned one win (5-0 of goodwill to go around, as the Ajax fully, his condition was not serious how- easy feat. over the Toronto Ice Dogs) in four games hosts treated their English guests to din- ever this visit to Rouge Valley Ajax and I have lived in Pickering for more than in Oakville. ner, exchanged old jerseys and plenty of Pickering was another reminder to me of 28 years. I have seen the Ajax/Pickering “The step up to play major bantam was friendships were forged. what this hospital means to me. community go through a lot of changes, a big mistake; what a difference a year “Their players and our players had a As always, the emergency department so it’s exciting to see the small commu- makes,” says Garrity. great time together; it was more than just was full. Adding to the already swelling nity hospital I grew up with is finally get- Four of the English team’s games were about hockey,” he says. crowd was the arrival of three ambu- ting the redevelopment and revitaliza- played in Durham Region, including Garrity notes the players, to a person, lances. The nurses, doctors and techni- tion that it so badly needs and deserves. stops in Ajax and Pickering, where they were saddened at tour’s end. cians we met with - starting with the Laurette Sharpe were winners on both counts. “All our players had a great time and did triage nurse right up to the pediatrician Pickering On Dec. 30, the English team defeated not want to go home. Our Canadian hosts the Ajax Knights ‘AA’ bantams 5-1 and, on were fantastic, nothing was too much e-mail letters to [email protected] / max. 200 words / Jan. 3, played the Pickering Panthers ban- trouble,” he noted. please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / tam ‘A’ team, where they pocketed a close Al Rivett’s column appears every third Fri- letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com 5-4 win. day. E-mail [email protected]. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 11, 2008 PAGE 7 A/P Full-day kindergarten welcomed by Durham educators

Boards still tive announcement for par- bridge and Brock. under-utilized, there would lotted $200 million for 2010 Denise Gilbert is the ex- ents with day-care issues.” “There’s probably 100 be costs associated with and $300 million for 2011 ecutive director for School- waiting for Paul Pulla, director of ed- schools right now where converting regular class- for full-day kindergarten, house Playcare, a network of funding details ucation for Durham’s Cath- there’s space. We’re into a rooms into kindergarten but so far there’s no break 20 day-care centres located olic school board, echoes period of declining popula- classrooms. They need to down on how that money in Durham public schools. Mr. Joel’s words. tion,” he says. have washroom facilities in will be spent. She’s worried that all-day By Reka Szekely “I think programs that But there are areas of them or near them, as well Mr. Pulla says full-day kindergarten would dam- [email protected] enhance the early educa- growth, in Whitby and Ajax as different furniture, toys kindergarten would not age the viability of the cen- tion of children are proven especially, where it may be and other teaching tools. have a significant impact on tres. Kindergarten students DURHAM — The region’s to have an impact on how a tight squeeze. Brooklin Mr. Joel estimates startup the accommodation review currently fill up the centre smallest students may soon they do in school overall Village Public School, for costs per classroom would currently being conducted during the day, with morn- be spending more time in and how they succeed in example, has 11 kindergar- be between $8,000 and in Oshawa. ing students balancing af- the classroom and Dur- the long term.” ten classes. $10,000. For the schools “Because of the demo- ternoon students. ham’s educators agree that’s Luigia Ayotte, programs The Catholic board is in a that will require additional graphics of some of those Overall, she says she’s an a good thing. superintendent for the pub- similar position. classrooms, there are ques- areas, the kindergarten reg- advocate for early child- At the end of November, lic board, says full-day kin- But Mr. Pulla points out tions regarding funding. istrations aren’t coming into hood education and fund- the provincial government dergarten will allow teach- that even in schools that are The government has al- those schools.” ing for it. announced it would phase ers to spend more time on in full-day kindergarten, for key skills like literacy and children aged four and five, numeracy. starting in 2010. So far it’s “What you’re able to do is unclear whether that means spend more time building senior kindergarten only or those foundations, so by the Friday, Jan. 11th - Sunday, Jan. 13th junior kindergarten as well. time they get to Grade 1, A plan to implement the they’re ready.” change is forthcoming. Currently, the public “Generally we see this as board has about 220 kinder- %ff a positive,” says Mark Joel, garten classes. Mr. Joel says operations and transporta- if those numbers were dou- 50 tion superintendent for the bled, many of the board’s WOMEN’S regular-priced: public school board. “It’s a schools could accommo- Fall & winter fashions by IZOD, STYLE & CO., positive announcement for date additional classes, in- MAC & JAC, STYLE & CO. SPORT, NINE WEST, children at risk, it’s a posi- cluding most of the schools NYGÅRD COLLECTION, JONES NEW YORK, tive announcement for Best south of Taunton Road and TOMMY HILFIGER, AK ANNE KLEIN & Start programs, it’s a posi- in the north in , Ux- JONES NEW YORK Luxe merino wool sweaters Excludes New Spring Arrivals. MEN’S • Fall & winter fashions TOMMY HILFIGER Sportswear, CHAPS Denim & WRANGLER Parents weigh in • Fall & winter sport shirts by BILL BLASS, PERRY ELLIS, SAVANNE, BOSTON TRADERS & HAGGAR • Casual pants by MANTLES™, CLAIBORNE & CALVIN KLEIN

on full-day benefits UP %ff PLUS, TO 50 Women’s & men’s sleepwear & robes DURHAM — Local par- Ms. Westwood says when Prices as ticketed. ents are giving the Prov- she enrolled her daughter in ince’s plan for full-day kin- junior kindergarten last Jan- Men’s clearance-priced fall & winter suits dergarten mixed reviews. uary, she looked for a half- SAVE AN % Ajax resident Mary Geri- day program as opposed to Already-reduced by up to 40% dis-Pollard thinks the alternating full days. EXTRA30 Off our last ticketed prices. change is a good idea. As a “Our preference is to teacher, she sees the issue keep it the same, every day %ff %ff %ff from the perspective of an half days.” Ms. Westwood, a 70 40 30 Women’s Men’s selected dress & educator and a parent. nurse, says she understands WOMEN’S NATURALLY regular-priced: casual shoes by BOSTONIAN, “I agree with it, it’s some- ORGANIC WORLD DOCKERS, NUNN BUSH, thing that could be and will Fall & winter athleisurewear FLORSHEIM & ROCKPORT be beneficial for students ‘I think they’ll be better • Fashions by Reg. $100-$170 Sale $70-$119 LIZ CLAIBORNE and teachers,” she says. PLUS, save an extra 30% accustomed to the rou- & BANDOLINO On all clearance-priced footwear She has a two-and-a-half- tines when they reach • Outerwear by Off our last ticketed prices. year-old daughter who will FENNELLI be entering senior kinder- Grade 1.’ • Cashmere garten in 2010. Ms. Geri- MARY GERIDIS-POLLARD sweaters by dis-Pollard would like to JONES see her in an all-day pro- NEW YORK gram and thinks she would Luxe be ready for it. “As a parent that for some it’s a day-care with day-care issues, I think issue, but she and her hus- full-day kindergarten would band have worked it out be more consistent for the so there’s always someone parent, for the teacher and home with the kids. for the child.” She also has a six-month- She thinks it would give old daughter who will be Buy one ALL PILLOWS BY children more learning op- kindergarten age by the LAURA ASHLEY, HEALTHY LIVING, portunities and a chance to time the Province imple- Get one explore topics in depth. ments the plan. The gov- WAMSUTTA Hotel, NAUTICA, “I think they’ll be better ernment has said full-day FIELDCREST LUXURY & SEALY accustomed to the routines kindergarten will be op- CONTINUES FREE Free item must be of equal or lesser value. when they reach Grade 1,” tional and Ms. Westwood she says. said she’d prefer to keep her Her sister-in-law, Aman- children in half days. “I find Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Everyday Bay Value, just-reduced, Power da Westwood, doesn’t think for the most part, for four- Buys, Manager’s Specials, licensed departments, Salviati, Vera Wang and Hbc Foundation charity merchandise are excluded. When full-day kindergarten is year-olds and three-and-a- you see “POWER BUY” or “MANAGER’S SPECIAL” you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you. We may tell necessary. She has a four- half year olds, I think that’s you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges or would and-a-half-year-old daugh- way too long. Especially for likely charge for the same or a comparable value item. Quantities of our Power Buys and Manager’s Specials and items located in ter who attends Monsignor kids who haven’t been to any “Style Outlet” in-store departments are limited and may vary from store to store – no rainchecks or substitutions. When we say Philip Coffey in Oshawa. pre-school.” “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in-store for details. A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 11, 2008 durhamregion.com Software makes e-learning easier for Durham students

DURHAM — Software which share information literacy. We school boards to adopt standard- students to computers is approxi- for desktop computers in schools links directly from the Ministry used to have to wait for CDs to be ized templates so staff and parents mately five-to-one in elementary is every five years, and Mr. Harris of Education to the classroom is shipped to us in order for students can find their way around websites schools. said some of the board’s comput- now teaching Durham Region’s to use these programs, but now and other on-line materials, he Ed Hodgins, superintendent of ers are getting to the point where students computer-aided design, they can just download the same said. business, said although the ratio they need to be replaced. global positioning systems (GPS), software on-line. Pickering Trustee Sherry Cro- is listed as seven-to-one for high Teachers can benefit from the and tutorials for all subjects in- It’s so much faster,” said Andrew teau questioned the availability school students, it’s actually four- programs, too, which include re- cluding reading, an education Harris. The Ministry of Education of the new programs for all stu- to-one in practice. port card support and the Ontario officer said at Monday’s Durham is trying to get all the province’s dents because the current ratio of He said the replacement cycle educational resource bank. District School Board meeting. “There’s a switch in how we WELCOME WAGON Free fitness BRIDAL SHOWCASE Dental Care for Adults, www.bridalshowcase.ca Kids and Great Big Babies. Sunday February 3, 2008 classes for Carruthers Creek Golf Club We keep our patients smiling by taking Doors at 1 p.m. the time to understand their needs. open house Add our friendly, caring staff VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD LTD. and state-of-the-art techniques DURHAM — Living Well Fit- ness is holding free classes Showcase feature: and you’ve found a good dental throughout the month of Janu- ary. Industry Experts with home. The classes are from 8:45 - 10 advice & information a.m. at Living Well Fitness, 1750 • Display • Demos • A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Plummer St., Unit 20, Pickering. • Door Prizes Bring the whole family. Resistance Ball Blaster is on Jan. 12, Interval Training is on Jan. 19 • Fashion Shows • Saturday & Evening Appointments - and Kick n’ Punch is on Jan. 26. • Gift Bags & More To serve you better. To sign up for the classes contact Lori Cameron at 416-399-0318, or To Register Call 1-866-873-9945 • Flexible Payment Options - visit www.livingwellfitness.com www.welcomewagon.ca Helping you get the treatment you want. or e-mail info@livingwellfitness. 905-683-1391 com. • A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. Delivering for the Future What do you call someone who runs their ouwn business, braves summer NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION heat and the winter chill, is on the job in the rain, snow and sleet, is always cheerful and courteous and who brings the product right to your door every GROWING DURHAM - time without fail while also trying to conquer the intricacies of math, science OUR FUTURE, OUR COMMUNITY and auditioning for the fi rst-chair saxophone in the school band

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 11 Ajax. For more information, Community Centre on Liver- the society’s office in the ADDICTION: The Seren- call Louise Johnson at 905- Billboard pool Road south of Bayly St., office tower, ity Group 12-step recovery 683-7799 or Shirley Bruce at Pickering. The cost is $5 to 419 King St. W., Suite 207. meeting begins at 8 p.m. at 905-428-8711. JANUARY 11, 2008 join and $1 a week. Babysit- Registration and a $5 materi- Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 TOASTMASTERS: Gain ting available. There’s also als fee is required. To regis- Kingston Rd., Pickering. The confidence and develop crafts and snacks. 905-831- ter call the society at 1-888- group meets every week and public speaking skills with the 4263 (Andrea), 905-619-1829 301-1106 or 905-576-2567. Injury Association of Durham MACINTOSH USERS EAST deals with addictions of all Pickering Powerhouse Toast- (Debbie). SCRAPBOOKING: Cre- Region holds support group MEETING: Join other Ma- types, including co-depen- masters. The club meets on WEIGHT CONTROL MEET- ative Memories consultant meetings for brain-injured cintosh users for a meeting dency. Everyone welcome. Tuesday nights from 6:45 to INGS: TOPS (Take off pounds Tonya McIntyre is hosting survivors, family members featuring demonstrations 905-428-9431 (Jim). 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering sensibly) offers a healthy an information seminar on and caregivers. Speaker and help sessions. There Central Library auditorium, and supportive approach to scrapbooking. The seminar Kayli Riann will talk on the is also a raffle for a door MONDAY, JANUARY 14. One the Esplanade (near weight control at an afford- focuses on three types of grieving process from 7:30 prize. Visitors are welcome. INFORMATION SESSION: Kingston and Glenanna able price. The meetings are scrapbooking. A computer- to 8:15 p.m., with a support The meeting is at the Whitby YMCA Durham Employment roads). For more information every Wednesday night from generated demo and product group meeting following from Central Library, Room 1, 405 and Community holds an call Joanne at 905-428-7875 6 to 8 p.m. at Peace Luther- information is available. The 8:15 to 9 p.m. The associa- Dundas St. W., from 7 to 9:30 Apprenticeship Information or just drop in for a visit. an Church, 928 Liverpool Rd. seminar is at 7 p.m. at the tion offices are at 850 King p.m. For more information, Session, featuring a panel FREE MOVIE: Durham (at Bayly Street), Pickering. Ajax Library Services Main St. W., Unit 24 (at the corner go to www. mause.ca or e- discussion with industry rep- Sustain Ability and the City The cost is $30 per year and Branch Rotary Room, Har- of Thornton Rd., on the west mail [email protected]. resentatives followed with a of Pickering are hosting $3 per night. New people wood Avenue and Achilles side of the plaza), Oshawa. AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP: question-and-answer period. a screening of ‘Garbage! should arrive before 6:30 Road. Everyone is welcome. For more information or The Autism Support Group Youths, adults, students and The Revolution Starts At p.m. For more information, Registration is required. To transportation assistance, meets on the third Wednes- parents are welcome to the Home’. Call 905-427-0061 or call 905-686-7904 or go to register, call 905-683-4000, call 905-723-2732 or 1-866- day of each month. The event from 7 to 8:30 p.m. e-mail info@sustain-ability. www.tops.org. ext. 813. 354-4464. meeting is at 7:30 p.m. and the doors open at 6:45 ca by Jan. 14 to RSVP. The EUCHRE: The Ladies Aux- at 1450 Hopkins St., Unit p.m. It’s at the Pickering Pub- showing is at 7:30 p.m. at THURSDAY, JANUARY 17 iliary of Royal Canadian Le- 105, Whitby at BCTS Inc. lic Library, One The Espla- the Pickering Civic Complex DEMENTIA QUESTION gion Br. 606 holds a euchre For more information, call To submit a Billboard nade, Pickering. To reserve Council Chambers (One The WORKSHOP: The Alzheimer night with refreshments and 1-866-495-4680 or e-mail item, e-mail News your seat call the YMCA at Esplanade). Admission is Society Durham is having a prizes. It’s at the Royal Ca- [email protected]. Editor Mike Ruta at 905-686-7060. free, but donations will be caregiver education work- nadian Legion, 1555 Bayly St., VOLLEYBALL: Moms and mruta@durhamregion. CRIBBAGE: Enjoy a game accepted at the door. shop to answer dementia Pickering at 8 p.m. The cost tots co-operative volleyball with the Ajax Seniors’ Friend- questions. The workshop is com. is $4, $2 for seniors. Every- every Wednesday from 9:30 ship Club every Monday at WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 from 9:30 a.m. until noon at one is welcome. to 11 a.m. at the East Shore 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s BINGO AND DARTS: The Community Centre, 46 Ex- Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Carrier of eter Rd., in Ajax. For more Club plays bingo every information call Audrey at Wednesday at 1 p.m. and The Week 905-426-6265. Beginners are every Friday at 7:30 p.m. at WHOOO welcome but they should the St. Andrew’s Community has FLYERS come earlier. Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., in in Today’s Ajax. For more information TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 on Wednesday games call SENIORS DISCUSSION Phyllis at 905-426-3421 and Friday GROUP: Join the Ajax Senior for Friday games call Tom at Citizen’s Friendship Club for 905-683-6565. The club also January 11, 2008 their discussion group. Bahi meets at the centre each Krishnakhantham, who hails Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. for * 2001 Audio Ajax/Pick. from Sri Lanka, will speak on darts. 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By Roland Cilliers ple don’t even know about them, [email protected] that’s why we’re really trying to promote and get this event rec- DURHAM — Fifteen local hip- ognized,” she says. hop acts are facing off at The Big Participants will perform two Sexy night club for a chance to songs to try and impress the au- open for a multi-platinum artist. dience. Finalists are then chosen The event is being put on by according to audience applause. Peter Jackson, a local artist who When the competition is down has opened for acts like the Wu- to the top three, the final cham- Tang Clan, Beanie Man, Nas, pion is chosen by the judges, Lloyd Banks, and Joe Budden. who will be professionals from The competition is called the the hip-hop industry. High Life Home Grownin Talent The winner receives studio Search and those interested in submitted photos time to record and a chance to getting tickets can call 905-706- G5ive, above, and 90nickel are open for an as-yet-unnamed among the acts performing in the 4827. multi-platinum selling artist. High Life Home Grownin Talent “It gives a lot of artists a little Search at The Big Sexy nightclub in The competition is being spon- more shine and it lets them per- Oshawa on Feb. 8. sored by several Durham Region form for more people than they businesses including the Front usually would,” says Jackson. moter Amanda Cretto. Line Agency, Highlife Hempwear “We’re bringing in some label “Hip Hop isn’t as big in Cana- Clothing, and Hip Hop GTA. reps and major managers who da as it is in the States and events The show takes place on Feb. can bring a lot more notice to like this help talent get recog- 8 at The Big Sexy night club, 39 them.” says Jackson. nized,” says Cretto. King St. E. in Oshawa. Concerts like this are impor- “There’s lots of little events Artists take to the stage at 10 tant for local artists says pro- put on in the area but most peo- p.m. with tickets costing $10. Durham artist wants us to see ‘movement of the fabric’ Pamela Tate exhibit “My interest in fabric stems a piece of a quilt, rather than practised since 1991. In 2002, She’s exhibited throughout Nor- from my earlier life as a profes- the whole thing. It’s not a psy- she picked up her pencils again thumberland and at the Visual kicks off 2008 season sional dancer. Thus, my earliest chological glitch, she explained and then took to painting, chal- Arts Centre in , at Kent Farndale paintings involve the movement with a laugh, but a desire to have lenging herself to learn new where she won the Mayor’s of fabric on bodies as they move viewers concentrate on the fab- techniques and experiment with Award in the juried art show last Gallery in through space -- a theme that ric, not a person or an object. new mediums. fall. still runs through my work. “I really want people to see “Painting is quite new to me She’s looking forward to her Show runs to Jan. 31 “The use of fabric in dance the fabric, the movement of the but it’s so much fun,” she said. exhibit at the Kent Farndale Gal- contributes significantly to the fabric,” she said. “It’s amazing. I feel very blessed lery, especially since meeting story being told and the cos- She also invites viewers to con- that I have this aspect to my Kent Farndale, the catalyst for By Christy Chase tumes often exaggerate the danc- jure up their own stories behind life.” the gallery, in November. [email protected] er’s movements, thus amplifying the pieces of fabric she’s painted the physicality being expressed.” in her works. DURHAM — The fabric of Pa- She has since explored other Her work features close looks mela Tate’s life is wound through types of fabric and other loca- at light, shadow and colour of the first exhibit of 2008 at the tions where it’s found, from a fabric and the interplay of those Kent Farndale Gallery. Canadian flag draped on a cof- aspects. Colours change with Speaking of Fabric ties into fin, to towels in a hamper, to movement and with the change Tate’s interest in drawing and rumpled bedclothes, to laundry from light to dark, Tate noted. painting fabric, originally moti- on a line to pleated upholstery. Some fabric she has rolled up, vated by her career in dance. The “Fabric that has been cast painting the spirals, with light exhibit runs to Jan. 31, with an aside or hung before or after use and shadow, that result. opening reception Jan. 12. is of interested to me as such im- The show also highlights her “When I first started drawing ages reflect the comings and go- belief in the fragility of life and seriously a few years ago ... I ings of our lives in a way that is in showcasing “the overlooked came across some pictures of common to us all and therefore treasures of daily life.” myself as a dancer,” the Nor- provides us with a human link,” Tate has always drawn, filling thumberland area artist said. “I Tate said. the margins of her school note- thought that would be fun to “The folds and shapes of such books with doodles as a child. draw.” fabric create movement and She sketched and illustrated She found it was and then de- rhythm within their stillness, a a newspaper column for chil- cided to paint pictures of fab- sense of a whispered vitality be- dren after university, helping to ric also, evoking memories and cause of recent human contact. pay the rent while she studied, feelings of her past. The exhibit The type of fabric, whether it is performed and taught modern Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo focuses on recent paintings all velvet, canvas or lace, stimulates dance. featuring fabric of some sort. the senses and the imagination But she didn’t start drawing Tate said the exhibit explores in subtle and delightful ways.” and painting seriously until a how fabric “contributes to the Her works are usually cropped, few years ago. Rhythm-a-ning telling of our stories and how we providing snapshots of a fabric. She danced, raised her chil- PICKERING — Duane Sampson and Keith Dindayal entertain the residents of make our mark on fabric and it She’ll focus on a body draped dren and trained as a craniosa- the Chartwell Select Pickering City Centre recently. The retirement residence makes its mark on us. with fabric or a dress’s skirt or cral therapist, something she’s offers live entertainment, and these artists played Calypso music. 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THIS WEEKEND The Pickering Panthers OHA junior ‘A’ hockey team hosts the Toronto Junior Canadiens at the Pickering Recreation Complex tonight (Friday) at 7:30 p.m. S PORTSsportsdurhamregion.com Fast start paces Rams to big win Ajax High, Dunbarton Nemis praised the work of stal- wart defenceman Mark Ramkema, perfect in LOSSA who not only played the majority of play entering the game while defending against the Spartans’ top offensive line, but Wednesday’s contest also chipped in offensively in a big way, scoring twice. By Al Rivett “We asked a lot of him. He had to [email protected] match up against the big Dunbar- ton line. He logged a lot of ice time,” observed Nemis. DURHAM — A quick start by After Ajax High potted two quick the Ajax High School Rams paid goals off the sticks of Ramkema and dividends in an important Durham Brett Holmberg, the Spartans got Region senior boys’ hockey game on the board with a goal by Andrew against the Dunbarton High School Rhodes, his first of two in the con- Spartans on Wednesday. test. The goal came with the teams The Rams scored first on the playing 4-on-4. The Rams, how- power play before the game was ever, re-established their two-goal two minutes old and added an- margin with 1:51 remaining in the other less than three minutes later first period. Ramkema’s shot found to put the Spartans on their collec- room between the pads of Spar- tive heels. Although the Spartans tans’ goaltender Andrew Leclair for shaved the Rams’ lead to one goal his second of the game. on three occasions, the Ajacians Rhodes scored just 1:04 into the were able to maintain their two- second period to cut the Rams’ lead goal lead en route to a 5-3 victory. to one goal. The Rams, however, The Secondary Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo came back with the goal by Ryan School Athletics (LOSSA) regular- Ajax High School Rams’ goalie Craig Espinho traps the puck under his pad as Dunbarton High School Spartans’ Blake Brawley on a nifty passing play with Boddy looks for a rebound. The Rams won 5-3 in the battle of two undefeated teams in LOSSA league play. season game at Pickering’s Don teammate Kevin Watts while on a Beer Sports Arena took on height- 2-on-1 break for a 4-2 lead. ened significance as it represented Nemis says the key to victory was They’ve lost once in 21 games, so it would have been a completely With 7:06 remaining in the third, a battle between two squads sport- unequivocally his team’s fast start. getting on them early startled them different game,” says Nemis. the Spartans cut the Rams lead to ing perfect league records -- the “Getting on the board first. a bit. If they had scored the first goal Spartans’ coach Brad Reeson 4-3 on a goal by Blake Boddy off a Spartans (20-1-0 overall) at 8-0 and agreed the Rams’ fast start definite- long, lead pass. With 1:14 remain- the Rams (17-3-0 overall) owning a ly rattled his players who weren’t ing in the game, Watts netted an 7-0 mark. used to facing any form of adversity insurance goal for the Rams on a But, it was the Rams who checked Game notes... so far this season. breakaway after his shot hit the out with their unbeaten record in- “We had enough chances to post, bounced off Leclair and into tact. Rams’ coach Craig Nemis will The Spartans played on Tuesday the Pumas; Brandon Pearson change the game, but we couldn’t the net. gladly take the win as his squad put afternoon in Pickering against the had the other marker... The Rams do it, so give them credit,” says The Spartans and Rams each in a solid effort with four key play- Pine Ridge Secondary School will play in a big tournament in Reeson. “It was not the start we have one game remaining in the Pumas, winning 7-4. Andrew Peterborough this weekend... ers missing from the line-up. Rhodes had two goals to lead The Spartans were ranked as wanted, but that’s hockey...It was regular-season schedule -- the “It was a very good game, very Dunbarton; Chris Wright, Ian the No. 1 team in the GTA, while probably the worst start we’ve had Rams against Monsignor Paul tight,” says Nemis. “We’ve been Watters, Alex Clements, Blair the Rams were at No. 5. Those this season. Dwyer Saints of Oshawa on Thurs- looking forward to this game for Kimble and Colin Campbell rankings will likely change as a re- “They’re a great team and we day, Jan. 17, the Spartans against quite a while. Dunbarton is a fan- were the other goal scorers. sult of Wednesday’s Ajax High win knew it was going to be a good Pickering rival St. Mary Catholic tastic team and our boys were really Evan Haga netted a hat trick for over Dunbarton. learning experience for our guys,” Secondary School Monarchs, also excited to match up against them.” he added. on Jan. 17. Annandale curlers help rink get to Canadians

By Jim Easson Lalonde at vice and Tracy O’Leary at Special to the News Advertiser the second. Pam Feldkamp of Bur- lington, at lead, was the other team AJAX — Two Annandale curlers member. joined a Burlington team for the On- The championship game against tario Junior Women’s Curling Cham- Rachel Homan of the Curl- pionships and emerged as champs. ing Club was tied 4-4 after nine ends. The Danielle Inglis rink of Bur- The Inglis team sidelined Homan lington was one of eight rinks to with a single in the 10th end. compete for the provincial title at Inglis finished tied atop the stand- the Coldwater and District Curling ings with a 5-2 mark in order to earn Submitted photo Club from Jan. 2 to 6. Joining the Heading to junior nationals are, from left, skip Danielle Inglis, vice Chantal Lalonde, second Tracy O’Leary, lead Pam Inglis rink were Annandale’s Chantal ✦ See Curlers, Page 27 Feldkamp and coach Diana Simpson. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 11, 2008 PAGE 19 A/P Losses piling up for struggling Panthers

Junior ‘A’ club’s playoff ers and, with no call-ups from the To- the conference. ronto Red Wings ‘AAA’ midget affiliate Greg Payne, Daniel Mandel and aspirations take a big hit available, the Panthers forged ahead Greg Riggs scored for the Panthers with 11 forwards and four defence- against Durham. Chad Beal, Payne, PICKERING — The Pickering Pan- men. Scott Brown and Aaron Atwell record- thers’ playoff drive is officially on life With too few bodies, the writing ed assists. supports. was on the wall for the struggling Pan- Although still mathematically in the thers, noted head coach Mark Joslin. SCORING SUMMARY playoff hunt, the Panthers need a win “I feel for the players,” he says. “It’s tonight (Friday) against the Toronto tough to be in a situation where it’s Durham Fury 5 at Panthers 3, Junior Canadians at the Pickering do-or-die, and if you get some bodies Friday, Jan. 4 Recreation Complex (7:30 p.m.) to it could be a different result.” Period 1 keep their thin hopes alive. Ironically, in the game, Durham - Justin Hitchen (PP) (Allen Dil- The Panthers went 0-2 last week- Joslin says his players performed well, lon) 2:27 end, losing to the Durham Fury of Os- with many of the Vipers’ goals coming Durham - Matt Gauld (Hitchen, Zachary hawa 5-3 on home ice and 8-0 to the off bad bounces. McDonald) 15:52 Vaughan Vipers in Vaughan in OHA “There were at least four or five Period 2 Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey fluky bounces that went in the net. Durham - Taylor Law (Michael Shirley, League regular-season action. You can’t do anything about those. Tim Halloran) 9:45 Last weekend’s losses were the Pan- We actually had a good game. It was Durham - Law (PP) (Shirley, Allen Dillon) 13:36 thers’ sixth and seventh straight. better than the score indicated,” he Pickering - Greg Riggs (Greg Payne) 17:11 The Panthers trailed the Fury 5-1 explains. Durham - Shirley (PP) (Law, Skylar Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo after two periods before scoring the The Pickering juniors (9-26-1) re- Quinn) 18:44 Durham Fury’s Quinn Skylar, left, takes a position in front of the only two goals in the final frame to main in the basement of the league’s Period 3 Pickering Panthers’ net, while Pickering defenceman Nick LeB- make it close. South Conference standings, 11 points Pickering - Daniel Mandel (PP) (Scott outhiller awaits the shot during OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Going into last Friday’s game, the behind the North York Rangers, which Brown, Aaron Atwell) 5:01 Hockey League action in Pickering recently. The Fury skated out Panthers were woefully short of play- own the sixth and final playoff spot in Pickering - Greg Payne (Chad Beal) 15:08. of the city with a 5-3 victory.

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GENERAL PLANTHELP. Full PERFECT MAIDSERVICE DirectBuy in Pickering time (Day/Evening shift) positions URGENT! Experienced cleaners available immediately. Food & Supervisor's needed with www.qbtransportation.com Now Hiring Full -Time Manufacturing Company, re- cleaning experience evenings, CUSTOMER SERVICE quires responsible individuals to weekends, weekdays for great Tues-Fri 2-10 p.m. & Sat. 9:30-5:30 p.m. work with minimal supervision. new opportunities with cleaning Mail/Fax Resumes To: Human service for residential clients. $10 Fax resume to: 905-839-9471 Resource, 953 Dillingham Road and up per hr +bonus. and gas or email to: [email protected] PICKERING, ONTARIO, L1W allowances offered. Serious IMMEDIATE POSITION. Versa- 1Z7. Fax: (905) 839-7217 inquires only. 905-686-5424. tile maintenance representative KITCHEN/PRODUCTION posi- PARTTIME PSW NEEDED, needed for rental property com- tion. Prefer kitchen experience, ASAP to provide in-home care, PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE ROCK & ROLL attitude. $9-$25 SERVICES is now hiring: School- to start. No sales. No experi- pany. Cleaning, painting all confectionary/baking background. Port Perry area. Flexible hours, SNOW SHOVELLER'S needed LOOKING FOR person willing to WAREHOUSE HELP, full-time around handy person. Need your Must be able to lift up to 20-lbs. training available. Please contact Place your ad age E.C.E. & Supply Teachers. ence. No problem. Call Today! talk to small groups. A car and in- permanent. Pick and pack work. immediately. Top hourly rate. Call Apply to: 129 Perry St. Whitby, Start tomorrow! Must like music. own vehicle. $12 - $14 Fax re- Fax resume to 905-985-2747.No 905-914-0187 or 905-244-5867, (647)828-4440. at 905-683-0707 ternet needed. call Diana 866- Packaging, no experience neces- sume to (905)697-9913 phone calls please. leave message. L1N 4B7. Call Amber:905-668-5544. 306-5858 sary. Call 905-837-9394. A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 11, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com

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Email: info@aurowin- or fax 905-444-9553 dows.ca Ontario's largest Destination Spa TTC Accessible Currently seeking Registered Nurses PREP COOK required full time Email Agnes: is looking to expand its team of for the Durham Region for dayshift at Mongolian Grill. professionals. Apply by email with resume to: [email protected] [email protected] TELEMARKETING We are now accepting resumes for the • 5 full-time permanent positions available Part time evenings, position of • 4 part-time permanent positions available mature individuals INSIDE SALES At VHA Home HealthCare, we lend a helping hand with experience to a wide spectrum of people within the community ...seniors, families, new REPRESENTATIVE SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS preferred. $10/hr. parents, those with physical and mental disabilities, and terminally ill indi- NEEDED/ASSISTANT instruc- Call 905-686-2445, OUR MISSION: viduals. VHA provides high quality, multilingual services in Ontario 24 hours tors. Must be Red Cross/Royal HIRING To bring the power of a day, 7 days a week (primarily in the Toronto area) for over 80 years. We life certified. Shifts available, day- ext. 305 time, evenings or weekends. For work in Oakville and Toronto areas healing, through human touch, to the world. are comprised of more than 1200 professionals, including nurses, personal Please call (905)420-4141. Automotive QC Inspector for all shifts support workers, and homemakers. We are bright, passionate people with di- To learn more about this opportunity and the verse backgrounds, coming together to create a unique culture. Safety boots/glasses required WHITBY CHILD CARE looking required qualifications for the position visit Fax:905-743-9921 for assistants and supply staff. Are you a self-confident individual who is positive and enjoy interacting with Fax resume to 905-430-0818 or www.steannes.com people? We are seeking individuals who enjoy working with people of all ag- Email: [email protected] email to [email protected] *About Us *Employment NEWCASTLE - BEAUTIFULLY es, particularly seniors/elderly and children and families, who are in need of DECORATED 4 bed, 3 bath, all nursing care in their own homes. The successful candidate will be energetic, brick home, premium lot 60x120. Hardwood, ceramic, finished JUNIOR OFFICE CLERK re- self-motivated and have excellent interpersonal skills that work well indepen- basement, large kitchen. Close quired for busy downtown dently and in a team environment. You have a diploma from a recognized to 401, schools. $399,900 Oshawa medical clinic. Candidate college or university, a current registration as a Registered Nurse with the www.BytheOwner.com/9874992 must be fluent in English, com- Colleges Nurses of Ontario; current First Aid/CPR; preferably 2 years experi- or call (905)987-4992. EXPERIENCED Cabinet Maker puter literate and available to PURCHASING / SERVICE CO-ORDINATOR required for night shift in Orono. work weekend mornings. Fax re- ence or a keen desire to learn, ability to speak a second language is an as- Fax resume to: 905-433-1463 sume to (416)663-4271. set; good communication skills; ability to work with a diverse population, Required for busy construction firm located in Durham knowledge of the community, experience in community nursing (visiting) is a RESPONSIBILITIES: sales help & sales help & definite asset. BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED, 3- bedroom, freehold townhome, • Internal facility purchasing agents agents Job Fairs North Bowmanville. End unit, • Site purchasing walkout from eat-in kitchen to ful- Tuesday January 22, 2008 ly fenced yard. No neighbours be- • Maintain communications with suppliers regarding pricing, hind!!! Neutral decor, new broad- delivery, specifications etc. 10:00 - 6:00 loom, laminate. Welcome home! • Negotiate prices with suppliers 477 Mt. Pleasant Rd - Suite 500 www.254swindells.com. Kevin 647.654.0136, • Issue and maintain purchase orders and requisitions complete Toronto, On [email protected] with job costing Thursday January 24, 2008 Open House: Sat/Sun January • Establish and maintain pick up and delivery schedules We’re looking for a new SALES CONSULTANT. 10:00 - 6:00 12/13, 1-4pm. Agents welcome. Assertive, dedicated, with strong interpersonal • Schedule and follow through all Service and Maintenance skills. Retail or home design experience an asset. If 209 Dundas St. East - Lower Level Calls you want those skills to be used in a creative and Whitby, On • Complete all Service Billings strong company devoted to their clients and their What's in it for you? Competitive pay rates and benefits, Employee Assis- • Other duties as assigned employees, then send your resume to: Bennett’s tance Plan, ongoing education, personal growth, paid orientation, VHA INDUSTRIAL BAY - Near Home Furnishings, Bennett's Home Furnishings, Oshawa Centre. High roll-up Company Pension Plan, education assistance, shift premiums, flexible REQUIREMENTS: 1755 Pickering Parkway, Unit SB1 L1V 1B5. door, heating, air compressor, 905-428-8083. or email [email protected] schedules, full time/ part time/ casual work. Apply today! utilities incl. Parking, auto repair, • Purchasing related Diploma or Certificate machining, hobbies and other quoting DS007 No Phone Calls Please. uses Month-to-month consid- • 2-5 years purchasing/service experience in Construction Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please forward a letter of application and resume ered. Outside Sea storage con- Industry by e-mail or fax, to: tainer available. 905-576-2982 or • Proficient computer skills required in Excel and Microsoft Human Resources 905-626-6619. Word Quote file# RND - 0408 • Must have excellent organizational skills for fast paced REAL ESTATE AGENTS WANTED Fax: (416) 482-8773 or 1-888-576-3237 environment Part time and Full time - We offer a fully E-mail: [email protected] • Ability to multi-task, follow-up and meet timelines equipped Office, Training & Support! For more information, visit us at www.vha.ca JOB AT HOME. $487.68 Weekly. • Excellent business communication skills, both oral and written Flexible hours, unlimited earning potential Assemble Products, Mail or • Detail oriented to ensure accuracy Monthly Fee only $49 per month. VHA is an equal opportunity employer. Accredited by the Canadian Council Computer Work. Free Details on Health Services Accreditation. www.TopJobReview.com write • Ability to negotiate with, and influence others For more information call (905)743-2583 CHRJobs: 372 Rideau St, • Working knowledge of Jonas Software an asset #916-A15, Ottawa ON, K1N 1G7 email [email protected] sales help & sales help & sales help & 1-800-351-5120 Please forward all resumes complete with contact references and agents agents agents LOOKING FOR entrepreneurial people for new business venture salary expectations to: in Northern Ontario. Outdoor [email protected] SALES POSITION REQUIRED skills are an asset. Please re- FOR GARAGE DOOR COMPA- spond to File # 326, Oshawa This NY Must have own car. Experi- Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa ence essential. Must have excel- ON L1H 7L5. lent communication skills. Moti- ENGINEER / E.I.T. We have an immediate opening for a Full Time vated and Reliable. Please fax re- PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS or Unistrut Canada Limited, a TYCO International Ltd. Company, Representative. The successful candidate will join sume to: 905-686-9725, E-mail: service to over 4 million adults in has TWO openings in our Construction Engineering Department our sales team and will be responsible for sales in [email protected] Ontario. Call today to book your Requires immediately existing and newly created projects. classified word ad in over 100 We are seeking a PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER Skills/Experience Required: SALES REP. career opportunity, community newspapers! Regional leads provided (GTA and & Weekly packages avail. (In- specializing in Steel Construction and a . sales experience cludes online). 416-493-1300 ext RN's and PSW 's . ability to work with quotas Durham) for a school and TECHNICAL SUPPORT TECHNICIAN (E.I.T.) daycare supply company, Good 237, 288, 276 Casual Assignment Co-ordinator . an orientation towards achieving results growth potential. Exp. required. [email protected] Applicants must have AutoCAD experience, preferably with steel . ability to work in a fast paced, dead-line oriented [email protected] or Fax 905-761- construction projects. Good communication skills are essential. Successful applicants will: environment 9754 • have valid drivers licensed/insured vehicle . ability to sell in a diplomatic manner Salary will commensurate with experience. . strong organization skills • have flexible availability, including Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes to . must have a vehicle $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Eva Taylor by email to [email protected] evenings/weekends Responsibilities include: Mortgages to 100%. No income, . sales of advertising in existing projects bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE or by fax to 905-683-8987 Join our Dynamic Team! . sales of advertising in new projects CDA II, part-time position, Tues- FINANCIAL CORPORATION Fax your resume immediately to . developing new clients days & Thursdays, 1-888-307-7799 9:30am-5:30pm. July & August Fax. (905)576-8852 . meeting sales quotas under a specific time frame off. Christmas & March Break off. Expanding Custom shop in Pickering has Phone: (905)433-7600 . coordinating sales and ad production concurrently Please call Mary at (905)434- 1st FINANCIAL 1991. openings for the following positions: Attention Human Resources If you are interested in this position, please CENTRE YOUTH WORKER REQUIRED Best GIC rates experienced in solid While we thank all applicants only those with forward your resume and cover letter no later DENTAL ASSISTANT/reception- Woodworker: for therapeutic group home for than January 31, 2008 to: from 40+banks wood/ laminate/ veneer fabrication emotionally disturbed and con- the above certification will be contacted. ist, part time required for practice fused adolescents within the in Oshawa Centre Galleria. Hand Rates as of deliver resume to Suite #150. Metal fabricator: experience with Durham Region. Full time posi- Mary Forbes Jan 10/2008 tion available, $27 - $30,000 yr. Sales Manager 1Yr 3Yr 5Yr punch press, spot welders to start, pending qualifications. 180 Mary Street, Unit 11 DENTAL HYGIENIST wanted for Part time and overnight position Port Perry, ON L9L 1C4 full-time position in established 4.56% 4.79% 4.90% available. Evening and weekends Oshawa office. Experienced pre- 905-442-2546 Painter: experienced in wood $10-$12.00/hr. pending qualifica- Email: [email protected] CORPORATE/REAL ESTATE 905-985-7383, extension 261 ferred. Please fax resume to: Rates subject & metal finishing tions. Fax resume to (905)579- AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC with SECRETARY Busy Whitby law 905-436-1350. 3093. marine experience, wanted for office has an opening for a full- to change Fax resume to: 905-837-6753 North Oshawa dealership. Fax re- time legal secretary. Must have a DENTAL RECEPTION- Some minimum sume and wage expectations to minimum of 5 years corpo- (905)721-8300. IST/TREATMENT Coordinator re- depos. required rate/commercial experience, quired. Minimum 2 years dental Northview Meadow Co-op Homes working knowledge of real estate experience. Part-time to become ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN and able to work independently. full-time. Excellent communica- CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, is a 261 housing complex in Oshawa consisting ENERGETIC FAST-PACED sa- for Bench work at component lev- Fax resume to (905)430-0878 OUTSIDE SALES PERSON re- PART-TIME SALES Person with first & second mortgages to quired for growing industrial com- their own vehicle calling on estab- tion skills. Team player. Fax re- of apts. & TH's. lon currently seeking hair stylists el required by a Pickering audio sume to: 905-686-8718. 100%. From 5.7 % for 5 years. in the following areas: Oshawa, manufacturer. Preference will be DURHAM REGION Enterprise pany in Pickering. Some outside lished and new retail accounts, Best available rates. Private We are seeking a MAINTENANCE PERSON to Whitby, Ajax. Wage, commis- given to those with related experi- requires a well trained Accoun- sales experience required. Expe- representing an exciting assort- funds available. Refinancing debt perform general maintenance duties and a sions and other incentive pro- ence & certification in audio elec- tant or a Senior Bookkeeper, rience in fluid power an asset but ment of unique and innovative re- FULL-TIME DENTAL Reception- consolidation a specialty. For MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR to oversee and grams available. Please call 905- tronics service technology. The must have quickbooks exp. Email not required, will train on specific peat-purchase products for a new ist/PDA required. To start imme- fast professional service call 686-4128 or 905-686-9174. Fax position is in an industrial envi- resume: [email protected] products. Call (905)428-9209 growing company. You will be diately. Fax resume to : 905-427- (905)666-4986. manage maintenance tasks. resume to 905-686-8761. ronment. 5 day week Benefits servicing your customers on a 9697. pkg. after probation. email to MODERN FOUR-LAWYER firm regular basis to ensure reorders. Salary is based upon experience. You should enjoy interacting with HAIRSTYLIST FULL-TIME, [email protected] in Ajax seeks a legal assistant HOMEWELL SENIOR CARE is Must be mature self-motivated. with 3 to 5 years' experience. people, communicate well, and Fax resume to 905-721-8382 be the type of self motivated per- hiring Personal Support Workers, Career opportunity. Tuesday- Must have current knowledge of Companions And Housekeepers or email [email protected] Friday, 8:30-5:30p.m. Saturday, FORK LIFT OPERATOR wanted, family law and civil litigation pro- son who enjoys an entrepreneuri- SALES REPRESENTATIVE- al environment. Approximately Part-time/Full time and Live in po- !KING/WILSON, OSHAWA Quiet Deadline for resumes is Jan. 31/08. 8:30-5. No evenings/weekends. rough terrain experience, working cedures. Candidates must have Food Company in rapid growth sitions. Automobile an asset. building, near shopping, transpor- Guaranteed wages. Also Mas- with brick layers. Own transporta- strong organizational and ad- 12-15 hours per week to start, mode seeking a passionate self- more as the business grows. The Fax# (905)426-2139 E-mail: tation. Utilities, parking included. sage Therapist Instructor. tion required. Call (905)985-4208 ministrative skills as well as motivated individual to service a [email protected]. available immediately, 2-bed- (905)725-8710. knowledge of Wordperfect and/or territory includes Ajax-Whitby- large base of existing clients, in- Oshawa and surrounding urban room apts. Available Jan & Feb Word, Divorcemate and PC Law. 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until MECHANIC, 4th-5th year, or Li- crease the sales/client ratio and centres. Hourly rate plus km. Fax OPTOMETRIC ASSISTANT re- MALE STYLIST WANTED, 2-3 censed. Good Diagnostic skills. Please fax resumes to 905- build new business. A minimum 6:00pm. years experience for high end sa- 427-4042 or email to 905-878-0048 Email quired full/part time for Pickering No weekends. Call Scott of 3 years experience in the food [email protected] office. Must be available for 1-2 lon in Ajax/Pickering area. 905- (416)283-1843. [email protected] industry is a must. Excellent oral 1 BEDROOM GEM BY THE 231-1101. evenings and Saturdays. Please and written communication skills, fax resume to (905) 422-0089. LAKE! OSHAWA'S Conners SCHOOLBUS DRIVERS re- UNIK CHOCOLATE, is expand- PART-TIME ACCOUNTING exceptional customer service Crescent. Brand new! Spacious. quired. Clean drivers abstract. ing & we require Representatives RMTS, REFLEXOLOGISTS, WOOD DECK INSTALLERS CLERK required with Excel and skills, team player, computer liter- Separate entrance, laundry, office Free training provided. Suits & Drivers for pick up (A/C vehicle Aroma therapists and other well- wanted for the GTA. Steady Simply Accounting experience ate. Position will be based in Place your ad PART-TIME RN needed for very area, kitchen, ceramic flooring, young retirees. Regular part-time necessary). Salary $600-$1000 ness services for Pickering work. Experience, truck and tools and Bank Rec. Flexible 3 Pickering-some travel required. at 905-683-0707 busy family practice in Pickering. storage/dining room. $725/inclu- hours in Durham Region. Stock net per week plus gas. Please & Whitby. Please email required. Call Steve (905)427- days/week. Fax resume to: 905- Please fax resumes to (905)839- Must be flexible. Fax resume to: sive. Available or Feb 1st. 905- Transportation 1-800-889-9491 call (905)831-7191 [email protected] 0772, Pickering. 427-9697. 7217. Debi 905-420-0863 999-9371. newsdurhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 11, 2008, PAGE 23 A/P

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No pets. first/last, no pets, no smoking, A/C, finished basement, fireplace, (905)435-0647 (905)668-1946 Simcoe/Rossland area. $600 all individual controlled A/C & heating, garage. Close to amenities. mediately. Close to Durham Col- included. Avail March 1. Call after WHITBY Mary St. East immacu- $1365+utilities. Available imme- lege/UOIT and all amenities. Call carpeting, washer & dryer and late 2-bedroom apt, top floor of WHITBY 3-BDRM HOUSE main 905-261-0277 or 905-983-1053 2 BEDROOM in house, to share 3pm. (905)720-2957 diately. Contact Nancy 905-999- floor, totally renovated $1500/mo 2 bathrooms six-plex, Avail. immediately. 2670. with owner, $500 and $550 all in- $910/month includes appliances, utilities included, no pets, no clusive. Available immediately. BACHELOR BASEMENT apart- WHITBY, room avail. in quiet • Starting from $1,120/month heat, laundry facilities and park- smoking preferred, close to home. $500/mo inclusive, (wkly lst/last required. Stevenson/Ade- ment. Completely refinished/fur- 3-BDRM MAIN FLOOR of house, transit/shopping, no calls after CAREGIVER, experienced • Across from Pickering Town Centre ing. (905)666-1074, 905-556- Whitby, new flooring, paint, avail.) Includes internet, 1-park- available day or night in Durham laide. Quiet neighbourhood. nished. New carpets/furniture/ap- 0455. 9pm, 905-668-3482. (905) 404-9757. pliances. Beautiful apartment. and close to GO Station, Hwy. 401, 5-appliances, large fenced yard, ing, share use of kitchen, no Region. Reasonable rates. Call Separate/private entrance and large windows, parking. smoking/pets, first/last/referenc- 905-985-1596. full service rec centre and library. WHITBY ONE BEDROOM APT. WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM main es. (905)430-8189, (905)259- 2-BEDROOM APT., $875/month, large yard. Quiet neighborhood. $1125+utilities, Feb 1st. floor, $1400/month, includes ($210/week). 1-bedroom apt., All inclusive. Price negotiable. Separate entrance. 1 parking (416)562-2074. 8959. Ask us about AIR MILES® REWARD MILES! Close to all amenities. utilities, cable & laundry. No $775/mo ($190/week). Furnished Available immediately. (905)240- pets/smoking, close to shopping bachelor apt., $595/mo 5951. Hwy. 401 & Liverpool 1865 Glenanna Rd. $500/month, first/last. 416-881- 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW, 2868. & schools. References required. ($145/week). Parking, applianc- 905-231-2145 www.caprent.com clean quiet neighborhood. Min- (905)683-6863 es, utilities incl. Avail. Jan 11th or BASEMENT APT, PICKERING utes from 401, and walking dis- +CARPETS, LAMINATES & later, deposit negotiable. (Sim- near Go, large 2-bedroom, appli- WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. tance to Whitby Go Station. WHITBY, avail. March 1st. 3+1- HARDWOOD, 3 rooms, Berber coe/Mill). Call (905)410-6817 ances, shared laundry, air condi- Landscaped grounds. Balconies, $1195/month, includes all utilities, A FURNISHED ROOM - Full caret installed, $389 (30 Yds.), tioning, parking, all inclusive. laundry & parking. Access to and parking. Call (905)493-1079. bdrm bungalow, close to amenities/401/GO. Private yard, use of house, laundry, parking. 12.3 mm laminate from $1.49, 639 CUBERT ST., Oshawa, 2 $900/month. Available Feb. 1st. 2 & 3 BEDROOM Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near South Oshawa, $425/month in- hardwood flooring, 3 colours from Call 905-421-8903. shopping & schools. 900 Dundas w/deck, first/last, references, no Bedroom Apt. $825.00 includes 4 BEDROOM DETACHED, N.E. smoking/pets. $1300/mo+ cludes utilities, first/last. Dave $5.39 sq. ft. installed. Free in- Utilities, Fridge, Stove, & Laundry APARTMENTS St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) Whitby, 2 years new, garage, 3- 905-391-7435 home quotes. Saillian Carpets. 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca utilities. Call (905)425-0708 Facilities Available Immediately BOWMANVILLE: 2-bedroom Close to schools, shopping, hospital. car parking. 5 appliances, 3- 1-800-578-0497, 905-242-3691, First & Last Required Call Able with den, close to all amenities. bath, unfinished basement, AJAX ROOM FOR rent. Ha- 905-373-2260. Management 905-725-9593 $930 per mo. plus hydro and On site superintendent and security WHITBY SOUTH - Spacious $1475+ utilities. First/last/credit rood/Hwy. #2. Furnishing nego- cable. Move-in allowance. Office 1&2 bdrm starting $765- check, No smoking/pets. Imme- tiable. Close to amenities. 24" STOVE, fridge, love seat, HOLIDAY INN AREA, detached hours 9-5, Monday-Friday. WINDJAMMER APTS $890/month. Laundry, first/last, diate-March 1st. (905)767-5585. Available now. No pets/smoking. lamps, Scandinavian table+4 home, upper large 2-bdrm w/gar- (905)430-1877. minutes to GO, Avail. Feb 1. No 905-686-7350 or 416-357-7350. chairs, bathroom vanity, kitchen- age, newly decorated, new hard- 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 dogs. Daytime viewings only Mon AJAX, SALEM/TAUNTON. 4 AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- stools &mirrors. REASONABLE- - Fri, references. Days (905)666- house, 3-bedrooms $975/mo+ wood & carpets, sliding doors off BRAND NEW 1-BEDROOM www.ajaxapartments.com bedroom with computer niche AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa. PRICES. (905)683-4335. master bdrm w/16x14 deck, huge BASEMENT APT. Appliances, 3338, evenings (905)832-2722. near golf course $1400+utilities. utilities, close to schools & shop- ping. First/last. 905-579-9956. Share furnished apt with 2 males. fenced-in backyard, all utilities & laundry, cable included. A/C, No smoking. Available Feb. 1st. Near all amenities, bedr/sitting A BEDROOM SET, gorgeous appliances incl. No smok- hardwood floors. 2kms to college. OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! 647-402-9440. room, cable/internet, parking in- cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ing/dogs. $1225/mo. First/last. No smoking/pets, female pre- OSHAWA Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms & Whitby's Best BOWMANVILLE, beautiful 3- cluded. Available immediately, ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Avail. immediately. 905-434- ferred. $700/month. 289-240- bachelor. Senior lifestyle bldgs. BROCK/ROSSLAND, Whitby. bedroom townhouse, 2-1/2 baths, lst/last, $495/mo inclusive, View- Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call 1386, 905-431-3670 4242 leave message. Park/Adelaide Large units. New kitchens & ap- building fabulous 3-bedroom townhouse. 5 appliances, central air, garage, ing (905)433-4088. 416-524-2018. (230 Nipigon St) pliances, carpeting, windows, se- newly renovated suite fireplace, Jacuzzi tub, appliances, eat-in kitchen, walkout deck, curity. Near schools/bus stop and auto garage, C/air, private yard, shows 10+. $1250/month plus A KING OR QUEEN. Orthopedic 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms 2-BEDROOM utilities. (905)261-6071 NORTH-EAST WHITBY - One amenities. Available Feb/March. walkout deck, greenbelt. No large room with private bath. mattress set. New in plastic. Well maintained and 1-866-601-3083 905-432-6912. extra-large in clean, quiet smoking/pets. $1450+utilities. Warranty. cost $1600. Sacrifice bldg, freshly painted, Share kitchen, laundry. No pets. newly renovated apts. www.apartmentsinontario.com Available immediately. 647-292- CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. $125/wk. Available immediately. King $550. Queen $295. 647- beautiful Whitby 5435. Near all amenities. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. Call 416-991-9701. 271-5483 OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! neighbourhood. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. From $775/mo+ hydro. Ideal for adults & seniors. COURTICE, 3+1 BEDROOM, 3 Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, AIR CONDITIONING from $1595. ** PUBLIC NOTICE ** Under new Management. 1 & 2 PICKERING: SHARE 3-bedroom List of Ajax, Brooklin, Whitby, Oshawa (905)723-0977 bdrms, adult lifestyle bldg. Large insuite storage, baths, newer home, eat-in kitch- restaurants, schools, parks. High efficient gas furnace from en, great location, fenced. No 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., townhome with 25yr old female, $1650. A/C Tune Up Bank Foreclosures, Power of Sales & Estate Sales are units, new windows, security. onsite laundry. underground parking, near now available to the public for free! Near bus, shopping. Avail. Incredible value! pets/smoking. $1295+ utilities, Colborne E) 905-434-3972 $69.95+parts. Installation of duct- First/last plus credit check. www.realstar.ca lake/GO/401, conservation area, work, water heaters, gas piping OSHAWA - Near the lake. Two Feb/March. Call 905-723-1009 or waterfront trails. Female pre- 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 905-668-7758 Available March 1st. (905)767- from $100. Furnace cleaning, Free computerized list with pictures of bedroom basement apartment for viewit.ca (vit #17633) 5585. ferred. $475+. Jan 1st. (905)839- gas, oil & propane Sales & Ser- rent. Stevenson Rd. and Phillip www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, ROSSLAND/WILSON 6648, (647)273-6942. Distress Sale properties from $170,000. BRAND new kitchen, wood floors, vice McCoy Mechanical. Murray. $700. All inclusive. Feb. HOUSE ON Oshawa/Courtice (905)259-1415 No Investors please. Free recorded message lst or sooner. Call (905)435-2459. OSHAWA. 1 & 2 bdrm bsmt apts, paint, doors, windows, bath- small bldg. $685 & $790 inclu- WHITBY, 2-bedroom suites from border, 3 bed/4 bath, pool rooms. Ravine walkout, gar- PORT PERRY Historic Home 1-800-417-7295 - ID #4042 or sive, walking distance to Oshawa $950/mo. all inclusive. Bachelor $1350+ utilities. Also 1-bedroom age, 3-bdrms, 1.5-baths, avail. seeks positive, fun-loving non- AIR FLOW SALTER, 2-yard ca- DurhamDistressSales.com OSHAWA 3-bedroom available Centre. Laundry facilities, park- suite $800 inclusive. Close to all same area $550 inclusive Call immediately, no smokers, $1150+ smoker to share spectacular pacity, custom made heavy duty Re/Max Ability Real Estate Ltd *Independently Owned & Operated* 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper, Broker immediately. 1-1/2 baths, in- ing, Immediate possession.. amenities. Office hours 9-5, Greg at (905) 243-2908 or email: hydro, first/last. (905)623-6812. home/gardens. Furnished/unfur- grate, 10.5 hp motor. 3 years cludes washer, dryer, cable and (905)728-8868. Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 [email protected] nished accommodation. new. Asking $2495.00, O.B.O. utilities. $1100/mo. Near OSHAWA, SIMCOE/TAUNTON. Short/long term available. $650 (905)263-2687 or (905)260-0396. GO/schools. 416-832-2582 PHILLIP MURRAY/PARK. 2 & 3 WHITBY, 2-bedroom apt,. close LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCA- Executive 4-bedroom bungalow inclusive. Diana or Gail 905-985- bedroom apts. $895 & $995 plus to all amenities. $700 month, heat TION. 3+1 Bedroom Bungalow on townhouse w/loft. 3-baths, fire- 9519. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic OSHAWA 3-bedroom downstairs hydro. Clean, lots of parking, & parking included. First & last, huge treed lot with ample amount place, c/a, c/vac, 5-appliances, mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- apartment near lake. Laundry fa- laundry, backyard. No smoking. available January 1st.. Call of parking and steps to all window coverings, 2-parking. No fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. CENTRAL OSHAWA 2 bedroom cilities, shared yard, parking for Feb. 1st. 905-718-7832 (905)430-2248 or 905-665-7632. amenities. Don't miss this rare smoking/pets. Suits working per- apt. Avail immediately. Wash- two cars. No pets/smokers, refer- opportunity, Only $1800.00+ Call sons. $1600/mo+heat/hydro. BEDROOM CHERRYWOOD. Condominium er/dryer on premises and parking ences. $975 plus hydro. Available PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly, WHITBY, 4-BEDROOM base- Jennise Today (905) 697-8261. (905)720-1533, (905)767-5839 Bed, dresser, mirror, chest, night- Suites in Oshawa is available. No pets. (905) 809- now. 905-728-4330. large bachelor basement apart- ment of house, recently renovat- 1999 SKIDOO MXZ 600. Excel- stand. New in Boxes. Dovetail 4166 ment, all inclusive. Cable, laundry ed, large yard. $1200/month in- NORTH OSHAWA - three bed- PICKERING close to everything, lent shape, extras. $2800 construction. Cost $7000, Sell 2 & 3 Bdrm's parking, etc. $650 lst/last. clusive. Call Pat at 905-655-7122 room main floor bungalow, all in- (905)434-5754 $1500. Diningroom 11 piece OSHAWA NORTH, gorgeous 2- main/upper floor, 1 1/2 baths, gas Free Utilities, Parking. COURTICE - Large, bright 3- Available immediately. No smok- or 289-314-7885 clusive, near all amentities, satel- heat, parking, no dogs. Smokers Cherry. New. cost $8000, Sell bdrm. apt., Townline/Bloor area. bedroom upper floor of SENIOR- ing/pets. (905)839-4353. littel and internet included. $l,300 $1900. 647-271-5483 LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded welcome, $1100 plus utilities, first 2001 YAMAHA 700 SRX Senior's, Retiree's & Near amenities, schools, park. WHITBY, GORGEOUS 3-bed- all inclusive. lst/last, no pets/no /last, (905)839-5770. (905)409- studded, fast, good on gas and $1200/mo., appliances/utilities area in the city, beautiful lawn, PICKERING - VALLEY FARM/ room mainfloor bungalow, large smoking. (905) 721-1862. BIRD CAGE (large) with stand GM Discounts ample parking, $900/month, 8946. oil, never raced, 6100 kms, incl. First/last. Avail. Feb. 1st. Call #2, one bedroom, living room, yard, garden, garage. Bleached canvas cover, excellent running and accessories. Ideal for cocka- 905-404-8548 heat/hydro included, Feb.1st kitchen, basement apartment, ful- oak floors, f/p, freshly painted, NORTHEAST OSHAWA 3 bdrm tiels. Asking $65. 905-434-5264 905-728-4993 (905)723-7291. PICKERING – GLENANNA and condition, $3900. Call Len ly renovated throughout, 4 appli- newer appliances, coin laundry, house (with finished basement), Kingston Road. Upgraded 3 bed- 905-404-2861, 905-432-0580. COZY UP WITH A NEW APT. ances, ceramics, avail. immedi- great family friendly area, no central air, oil heated, very clean. room townhome in well-main- CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL 1, 2 & 3 bdrm from $850 on Park OSHAWA, 2 BEDROOM, ately. lst/last, $820 all inclusive. smoking/pets. $1250/inclusive. Available immediately. Non- tained complex with eat-in kitch- sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for less. St., includes hot water, some $900/mo., avail. immediately. Im- Call Maria (905)619-2289. Jan 15/Feb 1st. References smokers. $1150/monthly plus en, gas fireplace, 1.5 bathrooms, Including premier underpad and AJAX suite w/balconies, minutes from maculate, laundry, First/last, no (905)431-2787. utilities. (905)721-1361 ensuite laundry and one parking installation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. Avail. immed Oshawa Centre, Community Cen- dogs. See pictures at PICKERING 1-bdrm main floor. space. 5 minute drive to GO sta- 12.mm Click system. Residential, tre, directly on bus route, 1-888- www.viewrental.piczo.com Call Appleview/Dunbarton $825. OSHAWA Adelaide/Simcoe commercial, customer satisfac- 2 Bedroom Basement tion and 401. $1,285/month FOUND, LADIES bracelet with 310-7000 GOtransglobe.com Al (905)213-0524, (905)213- Immed, cable, laundry, parking, Completely renovated, very large available February 1st. tion guaranteed. Free Estimate. Apt. Also 1-bedroom 0521 a/c, bathtub, no smoking/pets. On 2-bdrm house. ample parking, engravings. Oshawa Centre Mike 905-431-4040 www.gottarent.com Open House (Smart Set). Call (905)571-1736 & Bachelor IMMACULATE LARGE 1-BED- beautiful safe street. Suited for laundry, appliances. Avail Feb 1. Sunday January 13. Call Laundry, Parking. ROOM apt., Garden/Dundas OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM base- single person. Clean! 905-420- $1150+utilities. Must see. (416) 807-5367 COMPUTERS REFURBISHED 2-BDRM, 2-bthrm condo DEL, Compaq & IBM. Refur- Close to all amenities. area. Separate entrance, self- ment apartment, private entrance, 4451 (Westney & Hwy#2) Walking dis- (905)441-1201. contained, fridge/stove, utilities preferred non-smoking, single fe- SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM town- bished laptops. Computer service 905-686-8905 tance to all amenities. All utilities to all makes. MDM, 926 Dilling- included. $700/month. Available male. $800/month, includes, PICKERING, Bayly and Sandy included (except phone & cable). OSHAWA, Conlin/Simcoe. beau- house condo, finished walkout 905-428-8946 immediately. No pets/smoking. stove, fridge, washer/dryer, AC, Beach, large 2-bdrm bsmt apt, tiful 1800sqft new detached basement, single car garage, lo- ham Rd. Unit# 4, Pickering. Rent is $1350.00/month, (416)319-8861 (905)995-4353 or 647-207-2052 cable, parking, utilities. Available walking distance to GO, separate Available February 1st. Michelle home, 2-1/2 baths, a/c, 3 appli- cated in desirable north Oshawa. www.sinceresingles.ca profes- Feb. 1st. (905)424-3107. entrance, no pets/smoking, 905-686-4926 ances, basement, garage. close to all amenities,. $975 per sional matchmaker since 1992. NORTH WHITBY newer home $900/mo parking/utilities includ- DANBY APT SIZED freezers AJAX 1 BEDROOM, available immediately, short term mo. plus utilities. (905)725-9991. Looking for a sincere long-term 3 bedroom, 3 bath. Available ed, 647-206-4245, 647-206-1354. rental considered. Denise 416- relationship? Call 1-866-719- $209. New GE bar fridges, Church/Hwy. #2. Walk-out. February 1. $1,295+utilities. Call OSHAWA, large clean one bed- AJAX, Luxury 2-bedroom pent- $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- 725-3614 TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- 9116 unlimited membership. Close to amenities. $650/month. Paul 905-260-0461. room apartment, available Feb. PICKERING, BROCK RD N of house suite. Large balcony w/fan- pliances, scratch and dent. Full First/last. Single working person lst. Parking and utilities included. tastic NE views of environs/lake. room townhouses. Ensuite laun- manufacturers warranty. Re-con- Hwy 2. Large 1-bdrm bsmt for dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool YOUNG SENIOR LADY, SWF preferred. No pets/smoking. NORTH OSHAWA, newly reno- No pets. $720 per mo. Call rent w/walk-out. 4-pc bathroom, 5-appliances, window coverings, ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges Available now or February 1st. (905) 767-8418. laundry, storage, oversized gar- PICKERING & playground. Private backyards. very active, likes dancing, vated 1-bedroom $760 & 2-bed- parking/cable. $900/mo inclusive. 50's/60's music, and traveling. $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- 905-427-6745. age. No pets/smoking. Suits re- Liverpool/Glenanna Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- room $820. Nice units. Includes No pets. Available immediately. ping & schools, public transport. Would like to meet SWM with utilities, fridge, stove, parking. 416-439-0109 or 416-892-6150. tired/prof. couple. $1395/mo. in- Large 3-bedroom ated washers and dryers at low OSHAWA, one bedroom base- clusive. 905-426-9837. Available 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. same interests (63-68) SERIOUS AJAX Salem/Bayly. Large 2- Call 905-435-0703 or ment apt, separate entrance, pre- house, with loft, full REPLIES CALL, LEAVE MES- prices. New Danby Frost-Free immediately. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" bedroom basement apt, 416-902-1174. mium cable, one car parking, no PICKERING, Liverpool/Finch basement, 3-appliances www.realstar.ca SAGE AND PHONE NUMBER bright/clean. shared laundry. smoking/pets, $650 inclusive. large bedroom apt. Furnished, 2 and 30" ranges with clock and NORTH EAST OSHAWA 3 bed- $1500/month, plus AT: 1-800-692-3269 Box $900 includes utilities, parking, ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT lst/last. Available Feb. lst. parking, separate entrance, am- #321886. window @$399 Reconditioned A/C. Non-smoking. Suit profes- apartment in Whitby. Separate (905)240-0224. ple closets, laundry, a/c. Near Go room semi, 4 appliances, 2 car utilities, first/last, 24" ranges and 24" frost free sional. 905-787-8665 or 416-721- entrance, close to bus stop, station, Mall, Go Transit. No parking, close to schools and references. fridges now available. Wide se- 4425. $700/month, all inclusive, with smoking/pets. March 1st. amenities, $1,250 all inclusive. Call (905) 420-1524 lection of other new and recondi- satellite and laundry. No OSHAWA, Phillip Murray/Park, $900/month, first/last, references. available March lst. (905)721- tioned appliances. Call us today, pet/smoking. First/last. (905)721- spacious 3 bedroom basement (905)409-2467 0122. AJAX, BACHELOR APT., fully Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, AJAX, WESTNEY. 62 Marshall 1862. apartment, separate entrance, ROOMS ALSO AVAILABLE. furnished, own washroom/show- Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Cres. 2 bedroom, $645, Laundry, eat-in kitchen, laundry facilities, PORT PERRY DOWNTOWN, TRIDEL MILLENNIUM BUILD- Oshawa large 3+bedroom clean er, would be suitable for profes- CINDY'S DAYCARE, Maple Oshawa.(905)576-7448 OPEN HOUSE Tues. Wed. ONE BEDROOM, walkout apart- parking and cable included. Close 1100 sq.ft., 3 bedrooms. Sunny & ING in central Pickering. 1 bed- house, large fenced yard, close to sional. Available immediately. Ridge area, loving mother of two, Thurs. 7:00-7:30pm, Saturday ment, North Oshawa, $800 all in- to shopping. No smoking/pets. clean. $1250/mo. Laundry, park- room. condo. Fully upgraded. shopping, schools, bus route & Own cable, phone. Negotiable. 17 years experience will care for DUMMY CAMERAS, Inside & 12:00-12:30pm. 416-436-2884, 1- clusive. cable, internet, laundry, 1 lst/last. Immediate. $975 per mo. ing, utilities included. No smoking Parking and security. No pets. 401. Available immediately.Call Call 905-428-6385. your child. First aid and CPR. Call Out, wholesale prices on all alarm 866-737-5617. parking, no smoking/pets. Avail plus utilities. (416)278-5305. or pets. Available immediately. February 1st. 905-626-6119. 905-493-3355 (905) 837-2042. systems, real cameras, record- immediately. first/last. Near 905-985-0609. FURNISHED & UNFURNISHED ers, monitors, why pay more, do it AJAX, HARWOOD, N. of Hwy. schools/transit (905)442-0709 OSHAWA, self contained bache- WHITBY - BROCK/DRYDEN SHOP, 3 BEDROOM home like ROOM for rent. $375- DIXIE/FINCH Affordable home yourself. [email protected] #2. 1-bedroom basement apt, lor apts, very clean, quiet build- RITSON / OLIVE - 2 bedroom, 2-bdrm condo, minutes to new, 1 1/2 acres. $2,500.00/mo. $450/month. Fridge, stove, park- daycare available for children of (905)718-2121 newly renovated. Includes OSHAWA new modern building. ing, close to Hospital, bus to Col- fresh paint and carpet, parking, 401/GO, shopping/rec centre. Can rent separately. Lake- ing. No pets/smoking. Close to all ages. Very clean, spacious utilities, cable, laundry. Available Simcoe/Bloor. 1-bedroom $685+ lege/University. $540. Avail. now. porch, yard, $895 inclusive. Feb- Ensuite laundry, underground ridge/Myrtle Road. Ross Gallo amenities. Single person pre- and loving daycare. Lots of fun POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in now. $650/month, Non-smoker. hydro. First/last required. Please Call (905)623-9242, (416)648- ruary/March. Dan (416)657- parking, 5-appliances. $1200+ 905-640-1200 Gallo Real Estate ferred. Available immediately. and educational activities. box. Cost $4395 sell for $1395. 416-347-0047 or 905-239-3336. contact Bill (905)404-9602. 9595. 2117. utilities. 1-877-828-3373. Ltd. 905-831-7909 or 647-838-0614. Flexible hours. (905)831-9906 905-213-4669. A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 11, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com

SHERIFF'S SALE Come & Worship BY VIRTUE OF A WRIT OF SEIZURE AND SALE issued out of the Superior Court of Justice to me directed, I HAVE SEIZED all right, title, interest and Durham Catholic District School Board equity in or in respect of the following For further information to have your goods belonging to: NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING #4 church included as part of our regular Friday UWE MARSHNER Accommodation Review Committee (ARC) 2001 HARLEY DAVIDSON City of Oshawa MOTORCYCLE, FLH, BLACK, Come and Worship directory VIN#1HD1FCW111Y601553 The Durham Catholic District School Board invites call Erin Jackson at 905-683-0707 2002 DODGE DURANGO, SUV, interested parents and community members to the following SILVER, - VIN#1B4HS78ZX2F155144 public meeting: or email [email protected] ALL OF WHICH I WILL OFFER January 31, 2008 at 7:00 pm FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church ON WEDNESDAY JANUARY 23, 2008 Catholic Education Centre at 1:30 P.M. AT DIAMOND TOWING, 35 CHURCH ST. N., 905-683-7311 WORD OF TRUTH 1511 HOPKINS STREET, WHITBY, ON 650 Rossland Road West, Oshawa, Ontario L1J 7C4 www.standrewsajax.ca CHRISTIAN CENTRE L1N 2C2 (Viewing on January 23rd, 2008 at 1:00 P.M.) The committee will present and invite Public Input on its Draft Sunday Family Worship – 10:30 a.m. 1527 Bayly St. Pickering School Valuation Report and Recommendations to the Director Sunday School & Nursery 905-839-0333 TERMS OF SALE: of Education that resulted from the consideration of the Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher CASH OR CERTIFIED CHEQUE school-specific valuation reports, the accommodation options, Everyone Welcome PAYABLE TO SHERIFF the background information provided to the ARC and commu- We invite you to come and nity input for the following group of elementary schools: Pickering Village This sale is subject to cancellation up to Canadian Martyrs, Father Francis Mahoney, Holy Cross, John United Church celebrate Jesus with us! time of sale without further notice. No XXIII, Msgr. Philip Coffey, Sir Albert Love, St. Christopher, Worship times: employee of the Ministry of the St. Gregory, St. Hedwig, St. Michael, and St. Thomas Aquinas. Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Attorney General may purchase any Children/Youth Programs Sun. 11:00 am & 7:00, Wed., 7 pm goods or chattels, lands or tenements For further information and to view documents please refer to 300 Church St. N., Ajax Fri. 8 pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) exposed by a Sheriff for sale under the Durham Catholic District School Board web site at (905) 683-4721 legal process, either directly or www.dcdsb.ca. If you have any questions please email - 1 day Youth Retreat indirectly. [email protected] or leave a voice message at 905-576-6707 ext. [email protected] www.pvuc.ca on Sat. Jan. 26 2800. Call 905-839-0333 Andrew McNabb and Alain Billington AJAX ALLIANCE CHURCH Court Enforcement Office Paul Pulla Jim McCafferty To know Jesus’ surpassing greatness We provide: mentoring, computer 601 Rossland Rd East Director of Education Chair of the Board Sunday, 10 AM training, tutoring, career development, Whitby ON L1N 9G7 Just north of 401 off Westney Rd. anger & stress management assistance, www.ajaxalliancechurch.com teen parent support & fun activities. (905) 427-6613 (For youths ages 13-19) Preaching God’s truth verse by verse 1998 HONDA CIVIC EX, $ $150+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax PIANO TECHNICIAN available 5-speed, 4-door, 220,000kms. Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase Loaded, spare set of tires, as is, cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- consultation. Used upright or $3,000, O.B.O. Call (905)433- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, ARNIE grand acoustic pianos for sale. 7460. etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 Moving, rentals available. 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(416)619-0863 excellent condition, cert/e-tested, you’re laying a foundation of confidence, stability, and self-esteem that appliances, wood kitchen furni- PAYMENTS DO NOT PAY $400. (905)655-8122 or $2,650; 2000 Montana, 7-passen- will apply to reduce  drive a better car (905)626-8124. will support them for the rest of their lives. ture, bedroom sets (adults and your interest rate FOR UP TO 180 DAYS ESTATE SALE- 2008 BUICK AL- ger extended, fully loaded, certi- children's) and livingroom furni-  have lower payments LURE CXL, loaded, 4 door, auto, fied/e-tested, $3000; 1998 Ford ture 905-260-6247 PURE BRED SHITSU, 7 mo., fe- Taurus, 4-dr, auto, loaded,  get out of a high mileage lease male, all shots, papers. Needs a leather, V6, beige metallic, only 1,200 kms., list $34,470, sale $1800. cert/e-tested. Oshawa 1-877-567-KIDS loving home. $550. Please call 289-385-6457 (905) 427-8167. $28,700 on lease @ $390 + tax MORE plus $1,000, cash back (no trans- 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4 door VILLAGE USED CARS SHI-POO PUPPIES for sale, fer fee). Call Ralph 905-376- www.homesforkids.com 6814. auto fully loaded 4x4 excellent “Thinking like a Customer” 1-888-565-0555 $500. Non shedding, non aller- condition. Cert & e-test. Homes For Kids is a network of children’s aid societies dedicated to providing the best foster homes for children in need of care. HANKS APPLIANCES, NEW LOCATION Scratch & Dent & SAME LOCATION FOR 35 YEARS!!! or 905-428-0774 genic, available to take home Jan $5000 905-723-2614. SALES HOURS: 22nd. (905)448-9673. NEED A CAR? 100% Credit Reconditioned Appliances. Su- Guaranteed, Your job is your per-capacity Washer/Dryer team, *On OAC. Payments based on year, price, model & downpayment. 100% approval based on income or ability to pay. MON.-THURS. 9-9, FRI & SAT. 9-6 2002 SILVERADO SHIH TZU-BICHON CROSS pup- credit, some down payment may Deluxe Fridges & Stoves, Over- be required. 200 cars in stock pickup short box, regular cab, the-range Microwaves, Too much pies for sale. Asking $425 each. black and silver, fully loaded Weiner Dog Shih Tzu Cross pup- Call 877-743-9292 or apply online to list, Hurry in, AMAZING SAV- at www.needacartoday.ca 81000 km Z71 off road excellent INGS!! 50% off stock, while quan- pies for sale. Asking $425 each. condition. 4 winter tires on rims, EPPS INDUSTRIAL PRESSURE Call 905-718-0049 www.kijiji.ca WASHER 3500 P.S.I., 220 volt, HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- tities last. HANK'S APPLIANCES. $14100 cert and e tested, call Parts Specialist. 310 Bloor 905-260-6135 day 905-436-8790 100 ft of hose, 2 wands, 1 brush, ers, all sizes and shapes, $399 TOY POODLE PUPS, 12 weeks, asking $600. Call Ray at 905- tax and delivery included. Pool St.W. (in Mr. Burger Plaza) evenings ask for nick. 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Cash 1999 HONDA ODYSSEY, (3.5L), Saturday, January 12th. From 9:30am till 1:30pm. paid 7 days/week anytime. fully loaded, excellent condition, mal) $1250; antique bed, dresser, 905-213-4669. Truck load of merchandise, home decors, metals and wood accent furniture mir- mirror $400; fridge $250; hall MILLS LANDSCAPING & FIRE- Please call 905-426-0357. one owner, with 223,000kms. Will stand & mirror $300 905-260- WOOD 12" or 16" face cords or rors, prints, dolls, clocks, grandfather clock, brad nailers, cordless power and air certify. Asking $7,500. (905)576- 9586. 6247 KAWAI PIANO (Model-CE 7N) bush cords. Picked up or deliv- tools, air compressors, laser circular saw drills, etc. Coffee machines, blenders, 1997 , E-test- $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP and bench, plus adjustable chair. ered. Call (905)432-0259 or toaster ovens, rice cookers etc. Oneida cutlery. Faberware knives, 16 pcs. 18/10 ed & certified, excellent condition, cars, trucks, vans. 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Free Towing 24 hours, 7 New in Town HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best new, extended 5-year warranty, 4 ADORABLE, 6 week old Yor- lock $8, 5 pcs. bath light fixture, Reg. $99, only $20. 66 pcs. air tool, reg $199 now ed/certified, 6 cylinder, auto, A/C, days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- Black Beauty Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & $1500 o.b.o. (905)493-2259 kie-Schitzschnoodle puppies, vet new battery, 214,000km, 3 door, ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 $69., power bar $6, 11 pc. block knives $11. Hundreds more similar discounts. (Oshawa/Whitby). Super Busty 50 DD, Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 checked, first shots, dewormed, $2795. 1993 Honda Civic DX, 25-36, 130 lbs www.thecoverguy.ca $400. 905-342-1050. SALE BY MARKHAM AUCTIONS (905)640-7201 5-speed, runs great, $2295. 905- MOVING SALE sofa, loveseat, 429-7699. $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Tasty & Delicious bargainbuys.ca Caramel Treat MODCHIPS installed! XBOX chair; 7-pc diningroom set, GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS, THIS IS NOT AN AUCTION SALE, TERMS CASH ONLY WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Has 360, Wii, PS2, XBOX. Profession- hutch; coffee table; 5-pc kitchen home raised, vet checked, paper 2000 BUICK CENTURY, the best cash deal for your good Fetishes/Toys/Greeks al install, with warranty. Call Mike set; sofa-bed; king-size bedroom trained, beautiful hair coat, par- 120,000kms, car, no rust. scrap cars and trucks. Speedy Jules 416-824-7347 at 905-626-0542 (Oshawa) set; dresser; armoire; mirrors; pic- ents on site, ready to go, call 905- Certified, 3.1L, loaded, $4,500. service. (905)655-4609 or Whitby (Brock/401) www.durhammods.com tures. (905)428-8146 352-2753. (905)433-7460. (416)286-6156. newsdurhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 11, 2008, PAGE 25 A/P

BRITSKEY, Michael - (WWII R.C.N.V.R. Veteran) DURHAM HANDYMAN SERVICES NEED A FRIEND Passed away peacefully on January 10, 2008 at the Semi retired tradespeople and handy persons Rouge Valley Health System - Ajax in his 82nd year. WITH A TRUCK? Predeceased by parents Mary and John Brycki, sisters; ● Electrical Carpentry ● ● Junk Removal Anne, and Isabella, brothers; Nick, Leon and Wal- Plumbing Ceramic Tile ● Floor Covering ● Light Hauling Outside Sales ter, and grandchildren; Benjamin Britskey and Dane ● Painting ● Odd Jobs McGeoghan. Sadly missed by Helen Britskey, wife of ● Drywall installation and repair ● 37 years. Survived by his sister, Jean Kravetz. Cher- ● General Handyman Jobs General Deliveries Gold Book is the directory division of Metroland Media Group Ltd., which is a wholly owned ished father of Brian (Shirley), Kenneth, James, Law- subsidiary of Torstar Corporation. We publish over 2.4 million directories and operate 14 Quality workmanship, written warranty. Reasonable Rates regional websites across 41 markets in south-central Ontario. Gold Book services local rence (Tina), Timothy (Claudia), Christopher, Mary-Ann Customer service is our only business Call Hans anytime markets, providing small businesses with affordable multimedia advertising bundles and (Mark), Anthony (Edna), and Stephen. He will be fondly Servicing Durham for over 15 years. providing consumers with complete listings of businesses and services relevant to their remembered by his 13 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. His endless (905)571-3441 (905)706-6776 communities. smiles and jovial nature will be greatly missed; his continual desire to enjoy life To ensure our continued growth and unprecedented success, Gold Book is seeking energetic to its fullest, and to enjoy each day will not be forgotten by his family or his dear and self-motivated individuals to join our team. We are in search of full-time OUTSIDE friends. Our thanks to Dr. Fry and the staff at Ajax-Pickering Hospital whose ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVES in our Durham and Scarborough region. support and care during Michael's final days are greatly appreciated. The fami- Are you a hard working and independent, self-starter? ly will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Do you have the confidence and drive to excel at generating new business? Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Sunday. A “Building your Dreams into Reality” Are you customer-focused with a desire to build strong relationships? Christian funeral service to be held in the chapel on Monday January 14, 2008 TMS Do you have excellent communication, presentation and telephone skills? at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens. In lieu of Home Improvements Are you goal-oriented and capable of meeting weekly targets? flowers, should family or friends so desire, donations to the Hospital for Sick Dave Draper Fully Insured PAINTING Do you enjoy dealing with small businesses and meeting new people every day? Are you willing to commit 37.5 hours per week to achieving your financial goals? Children would be greatly appreciated. A Book of Condolence may be signed at Tel.: (905) 427-2932 and & DECOR Do you have a reliable vehicle? www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Cell: (905) 424-9059 Bondable Interior & Exterior If you answered “Yes” to all of the above and would like to pursue a rewarding career with an European innovative leader in the media industry, this opportunity may be the right one for you. TOP Rock Granite Workmanship We offer: CHINNERY, Rita Mary (Nee Ryan) Passed away peacefully with family at her Fabrication-Installation-Restoration • Unlimited income potential (includes base + commission + bonus) side on January 4, 2008 at the age of 83. Rita is survived by her dear husband Fast, clean, • Car/cell phone allowances Wallace of 60 years. Beloved mother of Carl and Mona Chinnery and her Call to see how we can put granite in your home at reliable service • A comprehensive benefits package (including group RRSP plan eligibility) husband John Pierce. Devoted grandmother of Myles, Lucas and Raine. Sadly prices you CAN afford. • 3 weeks vacation to start Start the year with granite. (905)428-0081 missed by brothers Pat and Tom and sister Jane. Fondly remembered by Why not a granite vanity, how about the kitchen? • 13 weeks paid training bonus many nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive relatives and Mid-Winter discounts! • Ongoing sales incentives and contests friends for a memorial gathering at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old 905-251-0827 Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428-8488 on Saturday January 12, INTERESTED CANDIDATES 2008 between 2-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Tooley's Painting are invited to apply to Sarah Nash, Human Resources Manager: [email protected] Foundation would be appreciated by the family. A Book of Condolence may & Home Gold Book is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please. be signed at Improvement www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Interior/Exterior Painting, Drywall, Carpentry, Painting & Staining Bath & Basement FERRIER, Blair (1964 - 2008) In loving memory of a caring son to Barbara, a Call Ed 905-426-9100 Drywall, a division of Metroland Media Group Ltd. loving husband and best friend to Karen, a devoted father to Cody and Cullen Flooring, Tiling and brother to Brad and Blake. Always remembered and deeply missed by Gold Book has given us an opportunity Call for to shine. Support from our trainers, many family and friends. Love you always and forever. Resting at McDougall BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS Free quote managers and peers has been & Brown Funeral Home (2900 Kingston Rd.) 416-267-4656. A memorial visita- BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, (905)576-9283 excellent, making our earning tion will take place on Sunday January 13th 11 a.m. to 12 noon followed by a potential virtually uncapped! COUNTER TOPS, LICENSED ELECTRICIAN, memorial service in the chapel. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, PAINTING AND FLOORING, RECROOMS, Jacqueline, Karen & Dyna Senior Sales Reps, Gold Book donations can be made to The Arthritis Society. PLUMBING, HOME OFFICES Mario (905)619-4663 Cell 416-275-0034

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SUN., JAN. 13, 2-4 P.M. SUN. JAN. 13, 2-4 P.M. 189-419 LAKE DRIVEWAY, AJAX 27 SIVYER CRESCENT, SAT. JAN. 12, 2-4 P.M. SUN. JAN. 13, 2-4 P.M. WOW WHAT CONVENIENCE FOR $169,900 AJAX 1500 EAGLEVIEW, 72 VANGUARD PICKERING BROOKLIN A tastefully decorated Penthouse Suite located by 2 years new! 4 bedrooms! Thousands the lake in Ajax. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms and $$$ in upgrades - 9’ ceilings on main LEE Three bedroom Bridlewood model home. This John MIKE Nearly new three bedroom home with a cozy fireplace. Come see this Sunday 2-4. - garden doors in kitchen - Beautiful 2 Boddy home is kept immaculately. The great room open concept. Direct access from garage WELDON storey entry hall with oak staircase & ARNOLD Dir: Westney to Lake Driveway and follow signs. BROKER above the garage is bright and spacious. We can Sales Representative & W/O from kitchen to fenced back yard. iron pickets. MLS# E1281212. boast about a formal dining room and living room. 905-428-7677 JOHN & LINDA 905-640-3131 Just west of Audley Road, The double car garage has direct access to the Oak kitchen cupboards and oak stair MASH north of Rossland. 0RUDENTIAL railings. Stainless steel appliances. Very Sales Representatives main fl oor laundry room. A great community to call !CHIEVERS2EALTY "ROKERAGE R.M.R. Real Estate Brokerage Directions: Take Rushworth Dr. west to home, close to schools shopping and transit. An independently owned and operated clean, come have a look. 905-430-6655 All Stars Realty Inc. Hollier, south to Teasdale, east to Sivyer. affi liate of The Prudential Realtor [email protected] Brokerage www.prudentialachievers.com Affi liates Inc. www.prudentialachievers.com www.themashteam.com

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SAT. JAN. 12, 2-4 P.M. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 SAT. JAN. 12, 2-4 P.M. SUN., JAN. 13, 2-4 P.M. 691 FOXWOOD TRAIL, 1066 MOORELANDS CRES., 906 FINLEY AVENUE 79 TOZER CRES., AJAX PICKERING PICKERING AJAX 4 Bedroom, Premium 52’ Front Lot “The Meadows” FOX HOLLOW Come by and have a look at this LOVELY 3 BEDROOM HOME Very rare, 4 bdrm, almost new, 1720 sq. ft. KAREN Beautiful all brick three bedroom 4 bdrm home located in the desirable in South Ajax with fi nished semi-detached “Great Gulf Home”. Upscale PETERSON JOAN South Rosebank neighbourhood. Walk PAUL & home in desirable Fox Hollow!! HUDSON BONNIE basement and family room… JACKIE neighbourhood, easy access to the 401 & Sales Representative to lake, Petticoat conservation park, JONES GOODLET 407 highways. Open concept, central air, 905-831-2273 Finished basement with rec Sales Representative tennis, great public school & stores. Walking distance to Lake Ontario, Broker room and bath, fully fenced large 416-286-3993 Sales Representative upgraded energy effi cient windows, upgraded Good size family home with huge parks & stores… Large fenced DIR: 905-427-1166 backyard, patterned concrete 905-619-9500 kit cabinets. Oak stairs, ceramics. Don’t miss family room also separate entrance yard… lots of parking. Call Paul 1-800-663-7119 this opportunity. Dir: Westney Rd, North of landscaping, walking distance to to basement with rec rm., kit., 4 pce. Rossland to Williamson to Tozer. CASE REALTY schools, parks and all amenities. Sutton Group Heritage & Bonnie Jones* 905-619-9500. BROKERAGE ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. plus 2 bdrms. Realty Inc., For more information view this Independently Brokerage ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Call for your viewing today. Brokerage www.joanhudson.com Independently Owned and Operated www.bonnieandpaul.com owned & operated Brokerage home at www.jackiegoodlet.com SAT. & SUN. JAN. 12 & 13, 2-4 P.M. 1023 BENTON CRES., PICKERING Stunning home. Totally updated w/40K Find your dream home in 2008 spent in Monarch kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, granite countertop, ceramic backsplash & hardwood fl rs. in the Ajax • Pickering News Advertiser Real Estate Section, Formal liv. & din. rms., cozy fam. room w/woodburning fp., open concept fi n. bsmt. Spectacular $50K addition, great for entertaining w/enclosed hot tub & running every Wednesday or our w/o to backyard oasis. SAT. & SUN. Open House Weekend Feature JAN. 12 & 13, 2-4 P.M. 1915 DENMAR RD. # 174, PICKERING running every Friday in the Ajax Pickering News Advertiser. Beautiful townhome in the heart of Pickering. Close to library, mall, rec, shopping, transit, parks, schools & also available on-line @homesdurhamregion.com more. Hardwood throughout main fl r., updated eat-in kitchen, open concept living & dining rooms, fi n. w/o bsmt. into fully fenced, private yard. See for yourself.

BILL MCLEAN Sales Representative SHANNON MCLEAN Licensed Assistant Agents to advertise call: 905-831-3300 First Realty Ltd. 905-686-3330 Brokerage Marilyn Brophy or Barb Buchan 905.683-5110 www.sellingwithbill.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 11, 2008 PAGE 27 A/P Curlers headed to Soo for nationals

✦ Curlers from page 18 in Sault Ste. Marie from Feb. 3 to 10. Annandale’s Tim March rink competed in an automatic spot in the final. the eight-team junior men’s draw at the pro- Meanwhile, Homan finished in a third- vincials, marking its third appearance at the place tie with a 4-3 record and had to win a Ontario championship in the last four sea- tie-breaker with the Kate Morrissey rink of the sons. Rideau Curling Club, and then had to beat the March ended up tied for fourth place with a Hollie Nicol team from the Kitchener-Water- 3-4 record, which left the team out of the run- loo Granite Club 6-5 in the semifinal. ning. The Inglis foursome, as Ontario champs, With March were Rob Bushfield, Patrick will represent the province at the M and M Janssen, and Tyler Anderson. Paul Bourque Meat Shops Canadian Juniors Championship and Alex Bianchi coached the team. “The“The Urban Urban Oasis Oasis Circa Circa 2008” 2008” OPEN HOUSE EXTREME MAKEOVER SATURDAY JANUARY 12, 1-3 P.M. WITH PROFESSIONALLY BRAND NEW!NEW! 792 Batory Ave., Pickering (Westshore/Breezy) DONE LOWER LEVEL SUITE $349,900 2007 & SEPARATE ENTRY SUZUKISX4 Every square inch of this inviting open fl oor plan has been rethought and well executed. Superb curb appeal, huge fully fenced $ garden sanctuary, gleaming 11,988 hardwood, fabulous CPP spa-bath, & stunning state of the art kitchen. OPEN HOUSE BRAND NEW!NEW! SUNDAY JANUARY 13, 2-4 P.M. PURSUE YOUR INNER ARTIST... 1000 sq.ft. at the historic 2007 $299,900 Wrigley live/work lofts in SUZUKISWIFT the heart of the sought after Film District. Soaring paned wall of glass, 14 ft. high ceilings & all new eco $ chic cork fl oors. Massive 9,988 industrial columns, exposed 245 Carlaw Ave. Unit 209, pipes & suspended CPP Toronto illumination island create ( north of Queen Street) architectural dynamic. Recapture your youth! It’s about “The Secret” of getting top dollar for your BRAND NEW!NEW! home....in record breaking time! 2007 Paul Keeler Gloria Luoma SUZUKI Sales Representative Sales Representative [email protected] [email protected] www.paulkeeler.com www.glorialuoma.com GRAND VITARA Toronto: (416) 286-3993 • Durham: (905) 428-6533 Rouge River Realty Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated $19,595 STILL ACCEPTING CPP REGISTRATIONS BRAND NEW!NEW! FOR OUR SKATING 2007 SUZUKIXL7 AND HOCKEY PROGRAMS! • YOUTH & ADULT $ • ALL SKILL LEVELS 23,995 CPP

O Call 416-412-0404 F PICKERING or visit www.icesports.com 970 BROCK RD, PICKERING (South of the 401) www.suzukipickering.com  FREE REGISTRATION 905420-4800 1-866-420-3933 Simply refer 3 new participants in any program CONSUMERS SHOULD READ THE FOLLOWING: Vehicles may not be exactly as shown*MSRP for the 2007 SX-4 with manual transmission (model H3N83N7) / 2007 Swift + with manual transmission (model H5MS5A7) / 2007 Grand Vitara with manual transmission (model LLN81S7) & 2007 XL7 with automatic transmission (model 6E1D8A7). Destination and Delivery ($1,250 /$1,195 /$1,395 /$1,395)

Please recycle your copy of the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser not included in MSRP. Registration fee, license, insurance, administration fees and applicable taxes are not included. **These offers cannot be combined with any other offer except for the Suzuki Graduate and your registration is FREE! Call for details. Program. With the Suzuki Graduate Program, recent university or college graduates may be eligible for an allowance on the purchase. Dealers may lease or sell for less. See participating dealer for details. A/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 11, 2008 durhamregion.com

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