$1.00 www.oshawaexpress.ca Your Independent Local News Source Vol 3 No 37 Wednesday, July 9 2008 Expansion College, planned university for skilled enrolment trades to go up workers this fall By Courtney Duffett By Courtney Duffett The Oshawa Express The Oshawa Express

A new 40,000 square-foot expansion to New programs at Oshawa’s college and train skilled trades workers got the go university have increased enrolment dra- ahead at Durham College with a $9 million matically this fall. infusion from the provincial government. “We are continuing to have strong “This is a big day for Durham College,” growth,” says Richard Levin, vice presi- says president Don Lovisa. “I’m proud of dent of enrolment management at the the role that Durham College plays in the University of Ontario community.” Institute of Technology. The $9 million will go towards building Students will be study- a 40,000 square-foot expansion of the ing in one of UOIT’s Whitby campus to facilitate growth in seven faculties, including apprenticeships and other post-secondary the Faculty of Business programs. and Information Over the next decade, approximately 55 Technology, the Faculty to 57,000 skilled workers will retire, of Criminology, Justice according to John Malloy, minister of and Policy Studies, the training, colleges and universities. Faculty of Education, the Moreen Tapper “We need skilled workers,” he says. Faculty of Engineering “We need individuals who will have the and Applied Science, the skills to face tomorrow’s technology. (This Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear expansion) will be very good for Durham Science, the Faculty of Health Sciences College.” and the Faculty of Science. The expansion will be completed in two Levin says UOIT is also welcoming two phases, the first a 20,000 square-feet addi- new programs this year including the tion to the top front of the existing building Bachelor of Arts and Legal Studies and an at the Whitby campus, which should begin Arts and Communications program to add this fall. to its already 30 undergrad and 11 graduate “We’re always looking for opportunities programs on campus. to expand and meet demands,” says “All the programs are growing signifi- Lovisa, adding that the added space will cantly,” says Levin, adding that the single allow for technology needed to launch new biggest program at UOIT is the four-year programs. “There’s a growing demand for Bachelor of Commerce program, which skilled trades.” will have close to 1,000 students studying The Durham College Skills Training in the fall. Centre at the Whitby campus was estab- Entering its sixth year as an educational lished in 1993 and includes more than institute in Oshawa, Levin says the num- 200,000 square-feet of shop, class and stu- Photo by Courtney Duffett/The Oshawa Express bers are still early and expects enrolment dent services located on 29 acres of land. It to increase still before school starts in is currently home to about 1,600 appren- Cooling off September. He says he already has a high tices, 120 Ontario Youth Apprenticeship school confirmation of about 20 per cent Program (OYAP) apprenticeship students Jordan Alldred, 4, enjoys running through the water sprinkler at Lakeview Park in Oshawa to cool off and an overall confirmation of about 12 to See DURHAM Page 5 from the extreme heat that hit southern Ontario over the weekend. See UOIT Page 5 Seeking support Guns seized in Oshawa for fire victims Durham police seized a loaded hand- Toronto and a 29-year-old man of By Courtney Duffett the community cares about them. We know they’re gun and arrested two men after a traffic Oxford Street in Oshawa have been The Oshawa Express having a tough time.” stop in Oshawa over the weekend. charged with possession of dangerous The fundraiser is being held at Clarington On July 5 around 3:30 a.m., Durham weapons, unauthorized possession of a Residents are being asked to show support for Beech Centre at 26 Beech St. in Bowmanville start- police stopped a vehicle with firearm, unauthorized posses- four business owners who are struggling after a ing at 6 p.m. two occupants. During the sion of a firearm in a motor devastating fire destroyed part of the heritage The event includes a silent auction in which investigation the driver was vehicle, possession of a buildings in downtown Bowmanville in April local community partners came together to donate issued a 12-hour driving sus- weapon obtained by crime, 2008. the items. The dinner is being donated by pension after registering a careless storage of a firearm, Lions Club of Bowmanville is hosting a Dinner Chantrelle Bistro, the sweet table by Zente’s “warn” during a roadside unauthorized possession of a and Dance Fundraiser on July 11 to support the Restaurant and Then and Now will be providing sobriety test. The second firearm and possession of a four business owners who lost their livelihood due the entertainment for the evening. male was unable to drive prohibited or restricted to the fire that took place on April 29.. Tickets are $50 each and are available at all because his driver’s licence weapon with ammunition. “The fundraiser is to raise money for the busi- downtown businesses in Bowmanville. was under suspension. Firearms, drugs and offen- ness owners,” says Linda Duffie, president of For more information contact Linda Duffie at A search of the vehicle sive weapons continue to be a Bowmanville Lions Club. “We want to show that 905-623-8780 or Rose Kuipers at 905-623-5668. revealed a loaded .357 growing concern in Durham Magnum handgun concealed and Durham Regional Police in the trunk of the car. The will continue their efforts to weapon was seized and the two males educate the community and work with Oshawa beaches not were arrested. other law enforcement agencies to keep fit for swimming A 39-year-old man of Weston Road in the streets and communities safe. Oshawa’s beaches are among those in Durham Beaches that remain open include Beaverton Cops target elder abuse Region that have been deemed unsafe for swim- Beach North in Brock, Bowmanville Beach East Durham cops are honing in on abuse was held on June 10 at the Oshawa ming. and West in Clarington, Frenchman’s Bay East in against the elderly. Senior Citizens Centre on Beatrice Street In total, eight of Durham’s 15 beaches across Pickering, Newcastle Beach Central in Clarington, The Durham Regional Police crime in Oshawa and included members from the region have been posted due to elevated bacte- Pickering Beach in Ajax and Whitby Beach in unit recently attended a workshop with the Ontario Elder Abuse Network, mem- ria levels. Whitby. local elderly service providers focusing bers of the DRPS and financial institu- Those beaches that have been posted include Water tests are sent to the Ontario Ministry of on ways of identifying elder abuse prob- tions. Lakeview Beach East and West in Oshawa, Health Laboratory in Peterborough weekly and the lems and ways of improving service to Elder abuse can take many forms but Beaverton Beach South in Brock, Elgin Pond in region’s health department will continue to conduct seniors. The Durham Elder Abuse the culprits are often closely connected Uxbridge, Frenchman’s Bay West in Pickering, bacteriological water tests throughout the summer Network (DEAN), a group of communi- to the victim, such as family members or Kinsmen Beach in Scugog, Rotary Park in Ajax to determine if these beaches are safe for swim- ty agencies providing information to vic- close friends. The abuse can range from and Thorah Centennial Park in Brock. ming. tims of elder abuse, hosted the event. physical beating to financial fraud. Insp. Chris Ostler spoke to the group Some major themes discussed includ- Correction about elder abuse. Durham Regional ed cooperation between agencies and A story in the July 2 edition of The Oshawa ognized educational institution with a current Police is creating a new position, a sen- how to share information without Express newspaper on an increase to Durham Student ID card – will pay $2.65 per ride, $80 for a ior support coordinator, to help focus on breaching privacy laws, including the Region Transit fares incorrectly stated the fare monthly pass and $23.75 for a 10-ride pass. the growing problem. Personal Health Information Protection increase prices. Restricted students – available Monday to The workshop, Breaking the Silence, Act and Power of Attorney Information. Regional Council approved the fare increases, Friday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and not available in July and which took effect July 1, at its council meeting in August – will pay $67 for a monthly pass. Children June. under five years old ride free and those children Oshawa man gets drug charges Adults will now have to pay $2.85 per ride, $95 five years and older will pay $1.85 per ride, $56.50 An Oshawa resident is in police cus- searched and seized about one kilogram for a monthly pass and $25.75 for a 10-ride pass. for a monthly pass and $17.50 for a 10-ride pass. tody after Durham cops discovered a of marijuana buds, a block of hashish, Seniors aged 65 and older will pay $1.85 per ride, These new increases are a result of an increase marijuana growing operation inside a several ounces of cocaine, a large $38 for a monthly pass and $17.50 for a 10-ride in fuel and operational costs at Durham Region residence. amount of Oxycodone pills and a large pass. Unrestricted students – those attending a rec- Transit. The Oshawa Express regrets the error. On June 29, Durham police attended sum of money. an address in central east Oshawa In total, 1,643 grams of marijuana, regarding a residential alarm. 137 grams of Cannabis Resin (hashish), Upon arrival at the residence, officers 263 grams of Powder Cocaine, 149 located an open window and an alarm Oxycodone tablets, a weigh scale, pack- going off inside. After containing the aging (including kilogram wrappers) perimeter, officers entered through the with a street value of $53,215 and open window and cleared the interior. As $14,205 cash was seized. a result of the entry, uniform officers A 28-year-old man was not located at discovered large amounts of openly posi- the scene, however, turned himself in to tioned marijuana buds and weigh scales. police and has been charged with four Seven marijuana plants were discovered counts of possession for the purpose of growing in soil in the backyard. trafficking and production of marijuana. Police obtained a search warrant and The money was seized as offence related authorization was obtained to search the property. property. Police entered the property, Paramedics lead cops to grow-op Durham police have dismantled two A 45-year-old Oshawa man has been small indoor marijuana grow operations charged with production of a controlled in separate investigations. substance and two counts of possession On June 25 around 10:15 a.m., for the purpose of trafficking. Durham police were called to assist In Whitby, Durham cops were con- paramedics in entering a home on ducting an investigation involving a Trowbridge Drive in Oshawa regarding a townhouse on Waller Street. A search medical emergency. While assisting warrant was executed with the assistance ambulance workers, officers discovered of the DEU at the residence around 7 a quantity of hash oil and a small mari- p.m. Two individuals were arrested juana grow operation inside the home. inside the residence and a small marijua- An individual having medical difficul- na growing operation was discovered in ties was taken by ambulance to hospital a second floor bedroom. and officers secured the home. A total of 62 plants were seized as Members of the drug enforcement well as seeds and a digital weighing unit (DEU) later executed a search war- scale. The total value of the marijuana is rant and seized 18 marijuana plants in about $62,000. An 18-year-old and 21- various stages of growth, a quantity of year-old of Waller Street have both been hash oil, several bags of marijuana charged with production of a controlled leaves, weigh scales, cash and cell substance and possession for the purpose phones. The estimated value of marijua- of trafficking. na seized is $25,200.

Page 2 JULY 9 2008 Grads patent invention Some local university students have been recog- fessors. It’s a rewarding experience to develop an idea nized for the design of an award-winning automatic that could greatly impact communities and it’s good door opening mechanism. for the environment too.” As part of the Capstone Design course, the team of The prototype was a first place winner at UOIT’s recent engineering graduates Mark Bernacki, Ben Capstone Design competition, an internal competition Fagan, Mike MacLeod and Matt Van Wieringen at the in the fall of 2007. One of the judges suggested the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, team pursue a patent for their design. Taking the designed an innovated automatic door opening mech- judge’s advice, the team approached Dr. Mike Szarka, anism that stores energy in the form of compressed air manager of UOIT’s Office of Technology Transfer each time the door is manually opened, subsequently and Commercialization (OTTC), and with his guid- using the stored energy for assisted automatic open- ance and assistance, patent submissions for the design ings. The door remains functional during emergency were completed in November 2007 in both the United situations or power loss, which is extremely beneficial States and Canada. for people who rely on automatic doors as part of an “Research projects at UOIT continue to gain inter- accessible community and is also energy-efficient national recognition and this innovative design is a since it does not rely on electricity for operation. wonderful example of the outstanding work conduct- “We are extremely pleased with the success of our ed on campus every day,” said Szarka. project,” says MacLeod, lab specialist in the Faulty of Currently the OTTC is seeking partners from Engineering and Applied Science at UOIT. “I am industry interested in supporting commercial develop- happy to have had the opportunity to work with an ment of the door design and license or purchase the excellent team and collaborate with world-class pro- patents.

JULY 9 2008 Page 3 Opening a door to 600 Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 the future [email protected] When one door shuts another door opens. phone: (905) 571-7334 That seems to be the case with the recent fax: (905) 571-0255 news that the Whitby campus of Durham JULY 9 2008 College is getting $9 million in provincial funds for a 40,000 sq. ft. major expansion. Volume 3, Number 37 Hot on the heels of the disturbing news of Publisher layoffs at General Motors of Canada in Greg McDowell Oshawa, and the planned shut down of the Advertising Director truck plant here next year, now comes some Kim Boatman good news. It is the form of more government Contributing Editor funding for a better retraining facility. Wendy Gallagher The Whitby campus of Durham College, which is a former factory located along Hwy. Sports Editor 401 that ceased operations some years ago, is Wally Donaldson a retraining facility that helps people learn a Contributors new trade and to get back on their feet again Bill Fox after some retraining. Amber Nowak The Durham College Skills Training Reporters Centre, established in 1993, has more than Courtney Duffett 200,000 square-feet of shops, classes and stu- [email protected] dent services located on 29 acres. It now Jessica Verge serves about 1,600 apprentices, 120 youth [email protected] apprentice students and 670 post-secondary Letters students. Publications Mail Since its inception, more than 20,000 Agreement 41268024 apprentices have completed the in-school por- Return undeliverable tion of their program prior to joining the Canadian address to: Ontario labour market. Now, with the expan- The Oshawa Express sion, the school will be able to handle more City hall renovation students and more programs. 600 Thornton Rd. S. This is good news for the area because the Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 expansion itself is substantial and will offer some much-needed work for local trades peo- a necessary expense ISSN 1715-9253 ple. And the added space will mean more stu- The Oshawa Express is a publi- Dear Editor: cation of Dowellman Publishing Corp dents can utilize the important retraining pro- Lastly, as the demand for power increases and the which is located at 600 Thornton grams offered through the local college. prices rises year after year, does it not make sense to Rd. S., Oshawa, ON, L1J 6W7 There has been some good news lately for The Oshawa Civic Complex Modernization Project stop lining the pockets of energy companies with the (905) 571-7334, Fax (905) 571- 0255, E-mail:[email protected]. the local labour market, with the awarding of is a massive financial gain for the taxpayers of hard earned dollars of our taxpayers? These projects All advertising and editorial mate- the expansion of two new reactors for the Oshawa. The recently completed $10 million renova- not only pay for themselves, they reduce the tax rial published by The Oshawa Express and Dowellman Publishing Darlington nuclear generating facility just east tion to Rundle Tower will save the city over $500,000 impact for both current and future taxpayers. The Corp is for exclusive use of this publi- of Oshawa. This will provide local trades peo- a year in energy and maintenance costs for the next 30 monies we save can be used to attract new investment cation and cannot be reproduced years, a total net savings of $5 million. The second elsewhere without prior permission. ple will plenty of good-paying jobs. and jobs to Oshawa and to give our property taxpayers Advertising Policy: Advertisers And now this announcement of the expan- phase, which demolishes the current South Tower and a break. must check immediately after first sion of the college’s retraining centre. Council Chambers at a cost of $13.3 million, will save Making the tough decisions for the long term insertion of their retail or classified advertisement to ensure there are no Although there is always hope that the GM even more. instead of the expedient political excuses of the past is errors in the advertisement. The truck plant can be saved, things are not look- In these days of economic challenges, it is easy to paying off for Oshawa. Our city is leading the region Oshawa Express and Dowellman Publishing Corp are not responsible ing good. If the plant does close, there will be criticize expenditures on government buildings. in new jobs, new investment, new housing and has had for second or further insertions of the some former autoworkers who will be look- However, to simply do nothing and continue to pay the lowest tax increase for the last three years. Oshawa incorrect advertisement. Further, The ever rising power and maintenance bills make no Oshawa Express and Dowellman ing for jobs. Council has heard our citizens as they have demanded Publishing Corp are not responsible And while they are looking for employ- sense to me. If the second phase was cancelled, city real change and real results and with decisions such as for costs or damages for a non inser- ment, they can take advantage of retraining taxpayers would be forced to pay over $25 million in the Modernization Project, the new consolidated tion of an agreed upon advertisement. The editor has the right to edit, and end up with a good paying job as a power and maintenance costs and still be left with a courthouse, and the new downtown hotel council is change in any way, or classify an skilled tradesman or even start their own busi- crumbling building and future replacement costs. Who delivering and Oshawa is moving ahead. advertisement. The Oshawa Express and Dowellman Publishing Corp are ness. among us would volunteer to pay more each year to do only responsible for the cost of the Statistics indicate there is a short of skilled nothing instead of paying less to replace? Would we Councillor Brian Nicholson advertisement space that is taken up do that with our personal vehicle or home? Oshawa by an incorrect insertion, except in the trades people, and some construction projects case of failure to notify The Oshawa are delayed because of this labour shortage. Express of any errors after the first Even the country’s immigration policy is insertion and then there would be no Leave Adelaide a closed street responsibility on the part of The being shaped to better find these much-need- Oshawa Express and Dowellman ed trades people from elsewhere in the world, Publishing Corp. Dear Editor: people think that connecting Adelaide would reduce to shore up holes in the Canadian labour stress/traffic on the roads. Looking ahead, it would force. I live very close to Adelaide and I heard that it just increase traffic around the area and make it Now, with the new funding, the provincial was supposed to be made into a through-street in the unsafe. We are going to increase in population and government has stepped up to fill the void. not so distant future. I’m very much against this hap- we can’t just keep building roads to clear the traffic, “This is a big day for Durham College,” pening. I feel I speak for other families around the we need to learn to adapt bike or walk – help save says president Don Lovisa. “I’m proud of the area too; kids and pets included. The “dead end” is a the planet! role that Durham College plays in the com- place where kids enjoy playing games and hanging We have LOTS of kids in the area who have to munity.” out. It is great to play road hockey safely or go into cross the street every day to and from school. Many Letters to This sentiment was echoed by provincial the forest for manhunt. It is also a place where many families in the area also have pets and walk that way officials. people can walk their dogs and let them run and often. Right now our neighbourhood is quiet and the Editor Over the next decade up to 57,000 skilled play. safe; a road would raise a risk! There are also hous- The Oshawa Express publishes workers will retire, according to John Malloy, In the fall it’s neat to see the changing of the es that back onto the dead end and who would want every Wednesday in the City of minister of training, colleges and universities. leaves, winter is perfect for sledding and it’s a great that noise and pollution. Oshawa. Send us your comments, “We need skilled workers,” he says. “We place to explore year round. It’s a beautiful area; These are just some of the reasons not to connect letters to the editor, suggestions. need individuals who will have the skills to partly wetland, grassland and forest. It is home to the road. Please consider my thoughts. We’d like to hear from you. Please face tomorrow’s technology. (This expansion) many birds and other animals. The dead end pro- Come take a walk down the dead end and see for write to: will be very good for Durham College.” vides a great place to see some of Oshawa’s beauti- yourself. Some of it you can’t walk through but that The Oshawa Express, Yes, this is certainly good news for ful wildlife, plants and birds. If a road was there makes it a perfect habitat for wildlife! 600 Thornton Rd. S., Oshawa, ON Durham College, but it is also good news for much of the wildlife would leave or die! It would L1J 6W7 the local job market, and for the entire increase traffic, garbage, pollution and noise. Some Breanna Hall, 14 or email: province as a whole. Oshawa [email protected]

Page 4 JULY 9 2008 Photo by Courtney Duffett/The Oshawa Express Durham College president Don Lovisa, left, and John Malloy, minister of training, colleges and universities, right, unveil what the Durham College’s Whitby campus will look like after a $24 million expansion of the skilled trades centre. Durham College gets $9 million from province DURHAM From Page 1 bring their ideas from concept to prototype. and some 670 students in post-secondary programs. “This expansion is about the students,” says Lovisa. Since its inception, more than 20,000 apprentices “It’s about training students to meet the needs in the have completed the in-school portion of their program community and across the province.” prior to joining the Ontario labour market. With the recent news of layoffs at the General Motors Concept planning for the new expansion is underway plants in Oshawa, Lovisa is hoping that people will look to retrofit the campus itself to become energy efficient at the expansion of the skilled training centre as an and energy producing – a living laboratory for energy opportunity to retrain or add to people’s current educa- technologies and energy education. The energy focus tion. will also feature an innovation “incubator” for new ener- Lovisa add, “When students gy – space and access to faculty expertise and campus prosper, the whole province equipment to help new energy inventors and innovators prospers.” UOIT expects 500 new students on campus UOIT From Page 1 School of Continuing Education, the School 15 per cent. But despite drastic enrolment of Health and Community Services, the increases this year, Levin doesn’t expect School of Justice and Emergency Services the trend to continue for many more years. and the School of Media, Arts and Design. “We had ambitious growth targets,” says Tapper says she expects growth in over- Levin, adding that there will be close to all enrolment at campus this fall, adding 6,000 students attending UOIT this year that the college has added new programs with about 500 new, first-year students and and seats including an online critical care expects another small increase the year program, a program in advanced law after, but believes enrolment will level out enforcement and investigation, new energy after that. programs and a new two-year 9-1-1 call And even though Oshawa’s university is centre program. expecting high growth, Moreen Tapper, Durham College is entering into its 41st assistant registrar, admissions and recruit- year this fall, having just celebrated its 40th ment for Durham College says it’s still too anniversary. In its 2007/08 year, Durham soon to tell what enrolment will look like College saw more than 6,000 students on for the start of the school year in campus. September, adding that people continue to “We are confident that with the new enrol into Durham College programs offerings, we will see some positive growth throughout the summer. on campus (this fall),” says Tapper. Students studying at Durham College this year will be entering into pro- grams with the col- lege’s eight schools including the School of Applied Sciences, Apprenticeship, Skilled Trades and Technology, the School of Business, IT and Management, the School of Career Development, the School of Communication, Language and General Studies, the

JULY 9 2008 Page 5 The Common Good Previoulsy, I mentioned willing to pay higher taxes so how our economy and there- that prospective students con- fore our society are in the sidering studies in the medical midst of great difficulty and field, can do so tuition free? It that we must change our self- has always been my belief ish ways of looking at things that as long as a student main- and focus more on making tains a certain level of success, small sacrifices for the benefit his or her tuition should be of ‘the whole’. paid for by the state, because I believe that in Canada, the “common good” as a whole we all benefit. An excellent health has been in the forefront of many political deci- system, a healthy educational system, and a sions over the years. In my mind, most clean environment are all parts of the common Americans would love to have the kind of good. But some will argue that more should be Medicare we have in Canada. No one is going invested in health than in education, while others broke in Canada because of unfortunate health will be in favour of directing resources to the issues. We also pay into Employment environment over both health and education. Insurance. There are surely those who resent I came across some interesting statistics from paying into this plan, but this is what ‘the com- a few years back. See if you can guess the cor- mon good’ is about. We make small sacrifices rect ratio of American tax dollar investment. for the good of the society. Which would you think our neighbours would The common good does not just happen. invest more of their tax dollars into? Military, Living in a community where the common good Education or Health care? I would be hoping is an ideal requires the cooperative efforts, often first for health care, then education then military. of many people. Recent statistics illustrated In fact, the American taxpayer paid FOUR times again that the rich are getting richer and the poor as much for Military expenditures than Health are getting poorer and the middle class is losing care. They paid TWICE as much for education ground in terms of real ‘buying power’. Some than health care (wanting an educated military, I experts are saying that we are losing our middle am guessing). Even a poor country like Haiti, class all together! Having had some experience where the life expectancy in the 1970’s was mid- as a union executive, I can say that perhaps we 30, spent the same amount of tax money on have all been guilty in this disparity. health, education and military. In this individu- Employers and employees are always focus- alistic culture that we live in, it is difficult, per- ing on percentages in pay increases. This leads haps impossible, to convince people that they to more division in pay between the more well should sacrifice some of their freedom, some of off and the poorer. Let’s say a company gives a their personal goals, and some of their self-inter- 1 per cent raise to their employees. The employ- est, for the sake of the "common good". Our cul- ee earning $100,000 then gets a $1,000 raise tural traditions, in fact, reinforce the individual while the employee earning $25,000 gets only who thinks that she/he should not have to con- $250. You can see that with this trend, the divi- tribute to the community's common good, but sion between the richer and poorer only widens. should be left free to pursue her or his own per- Would it not be better to give each employee a sonal ends. raise of $625? We may no longer have a choice in that mat- While all may agree, for example, that we ter if our community is going to survive and would do well to have more doctors for our thrive for the benefit of ‘the common good’. health care system, but how many would be [email protected].

Page 6 JULY 9 2008 Crisis line needs manning By Courtney Duffett “We’re at a volume where we need two gency calls, suicide attempts, abuse, this year. Tedford says the program is for The Oshawa Express lines going so we can double-cover calls,” assessing calls, learning the difference individuals who can benefit from ongoing says Tedford, adding that in 2007, incom- between distress and emergency calls, emotional support on a regular basis. These It is the middle of the night and a young ing calls increased by 40 per cent. Distress interventions, mental health, listening to people can schedule to receive calls from woman is at home, awake, sobbing while Centre Durham received just under 7,000 audio tapes, group discussions and role Distress Centre Durham as a way to pro- her family sleeps. She thinks her life is calls in 2007 and Tedford says that the call playing. mote emotional health and connection, over and doesn’t know what to do. In des- centre is currently 500 calls ahead this year “There’s a lot of information to be possibly preventing many types of crisis in peration, she turns to her phone and calls from where they were this time in 2007. learned,” says Tedford. the long run. for help. The call centre is look- Training sessions usually take place in Distress Centre Durham has been in A volunteer at Distress ing for as many volunteers February, June, September and November operation since October 1970. The non- Centre Durham’s 24-hour “Volunteers are as possible. but Distress Centre Durham has added a profit organization is registered as a chari- help line was able to help All volunteers will go training course in July because of the need table entity with a mandate to “provide a this woman, but more vol- the heart and through a screening for volunteers. volunteer telephone service through which unteers are needed to process with reference and Currently, the call centre has 90 volun- people in distress can communicate with an ensure everyone’s call gets police checks. In addition, teers. understanding, friendly and empathic per- answered. soul of Distress inspiring volunteers must “Our volunteer commitment is flexible, son.” “Volunteers are the heart participate in a two-day from one shift a month to four shifts a The majority of incoming calls received and soul of Distress Centre Centre Durham” training course. The train- month,” says Tedford, adding that a small at Distress Centre Durham are from those Durham,” says Jennifer ing sessions run from 8:30 monetary honorarium is given for complet- between the ages of 25 and 65. Tedford, coordinator of Jennifer Tedford a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ed overnights. “And volunteers have the Those interested in volunteering can volunteer resources. The first day includes opportunity to sign up for their shifts based visit Distress Centre Durham’s website at Tedford says there can learning about emotional on their unique schedule,” she adds. www.distresscentredurham.com to apply. be a maximum of two volunteers on the distress, communication basics, dealing Distress Centre help lines at any given time, which oper- with grief and losses, emotional support, Durham is also ates on four-hour shifts during the day with setting boundaries, group work and discus- looking for volun- an eight-hour overnight shift. However sions as well as role playing for practice on teers for its new with the lack of volunteers, Tedford says the lines. community contact there’s generally only one volunteer on the The second day of training includes call-out program, lines during a shift. learning how to handle crisis and emer- which began earlier Staff shuffle at city hall The City of Oshawa has made some reporting to the commissioner of changes to its development services development services. As a senior department. resource, Rodgers will focus on the Tom Hodgins, commissioner of advancement of large, complex special development services has announced initiatives related to planning and Paul Ralph as the new director of plan- development. ning services. Ralph has been with the The development services depart- City of Oshawa for more than 20 years ment is respon- and brings to this position an extensive sible for build- amount of experience in the planning ing permit and field. Paul Ralph Evan Rodgers inspection Ralph’s mandate is to operate the services, plan- planning branch in a manner that is customer oriented, ning services, flexible, innovative and responsive to appropriate devel- engineering services and econom- opment. The planning department is responsible for all ic development services including land use and planning activities within the city. the Oshawa Municipal Airport In addition, Evan Rodgers has been appointed director and Facilities and Project of special development initiatives. This is a new position Management Services.

JULY 9 2008 Page 7 Scholarship fund beneficiary of gala Argentina will be the theme of the 2008 ticated and elegant Café Tortoni, which has sponsorship opportunities for businesses, More than $1.4 million has been raised Legacy Gala, held to remained a popular organizations and individuals interested in through the history of the gala events. Last raise funds for college destination for intel- participating and helping to build a legacy year’s event raised $412,000 alone. and university student lectuals, artists and of opportunities for post-secondary stu- For more information, contact Pamela scholarships and bur- tourists alike since dents. Dunn at 905-721-2000 ext. 2278. saries. opening its doors more The September than 100 years ago. event will welcome The world- A historical look at Oshawa fires community and business leaders, digni- renowned café will be the inspiration for taries and other distinguished guests to an the Legacy Gala this year, raising scholar- considerable repairs will be necessary evening of exotic tango dances, tempting ship and bursary funds for students attend- before the house is again fit for occupation – Argentine cuisine, Malbec wines and a ing Durham College and the University of probably about $60 worth. There was no silent auction. Ontario Institute of Technology. insurance. The fire is said to have caught Accented by its rich culture and Hosted by the Albis family and Tosca from a match, which one of the children European influences, Argentina’s capital Banquet Hall, the gala will take place Sept. carelessly threw down in a dark closet, after city of Buenos Aires is home to the sophis- 12, beginning at 5:30 p.m. There are still procuring there from a washboard by the aid of its light. From the November 12, 1862 publica- tion: Men facing drug charges Yesterday morning, a little before six Three Oshawa men are facing drug charges drugs seized is $110,811. o’clock, Mr. John Young of South Oshawa, after police seized $130,000 in cash and illegal A 30-year-old man of Everglades Drive in Oshawa’s first fire department, which discovered his house to be on fire. The fire drugs over the weekend. Oshawa has been charged with possession of a was organized in 1870, was entirely made commenced in the garret and had got such As part of an ongoing investigation, Durham controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking up of volunteers. P. Thornton was the first to headway that it was useless to attempt to Regional Police arrested three men, recovered and breach of probation. organize and equip the volunteer company save the building. A shed connecting it with $24,440 in cash and executed a search warrant at A 35-year-old man of Bloor Street East in and, as a result, became the first fire chief. the barn was pulled down, however, so that an address on Albert Street in Oshawa on July 4. Oshawa has been charged with possession of a Before this time, citizens of Oshawa would the latter building and its contents were A search of the residence yielded more than controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking come to the aid of their neighbours and try saved. Most of the house furniture was also 1,236 grams of marijuana, 858 grams of and a 34-year-old man of Albert Street in Oshawa and assist in any way they could. got out. Like a wise man, Mr. Young had his Methamphetamine, 786 Morphine tablets, 73 has been charged with five counts of possession of The following are a selection of articles premises insured, though for what amount grams of cocaine, 66 Percocet tablets, 137 a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking from Oshawa’s early newspaper, The we did not learn. Oxycontin tablets, 750 mL of GHB and a set of and trafficking a controlled substance. Vindicator, describing the events of local From the February 25th, 1863 edition: brass knuckles. The estimated value of the street fires. Alarm of fire – On Saturday evening last From the October 15, 1862 edition: an alarm was rung out on the fire-bell, and Fire! On Wednesday morning last, a many ran to and fro, looking for the fire. It Police bust marijuana grow-op house owned and occupied by Mr. Philip was at last discovered, by some, in an unoc- Durham police have seized almost a million dent and recovered more than $800 in cash. A Powers, on Bond Street was discovered to cupied house belonging to Mr. L. dollars in illegal drugs. search of the residence yielded more than 900 be on fire at seven o’clock. The engine and Butterfield, on Water Street, opposite As part of an ongoing investigation, a 38- marijuana plants in various stages of growth a large force of citizens were on hand in Messrs. Warren & Co.’s Tannery. A woman year-old man is facing multiple drug charges with an estimated street value of $900,000. quick time, but owing to the fire having was engaged in cleaning out the house, and after Durham police executed a search warrant Police recovered more than $50,000 in grow- spread widely under the roof, it was a good the partitions caught fire from an improper- at a Valley Farm Road residence in ing equipment and observed that a hydro while before water could be brought effectu- ly put up stove pipe. It was soon extin- Ajax/Pickering on July 2. bypass system had been installed and used to ally to play upon it, so as to extinguish it. No guished, before doing much damage. Officers arrested the man outside the resi- steal hydro. great damage was done to the frame, though

Page 8 JULY 9 2008 Motorcity Showdown ‘08 hits Oshawa The Motorcity Showdown 2008 East Dobson followed by David Hill and Dennis for Best Paint was Mike and Judy Dobson. Chev, Coburg Nissan, Marigold Ford, Lindsay Meets West in Oshawa was a hit with 97 vehi- Campbell. In the Luxury category, first place Refreshments and food for the event were Pontiac, Whitby Toyota, Bruce Bissell, Nurse cles registered for the event. went to Fabio Saczarule followed by Peter provided by Tosca Banquet Hall. All proceeds Chev Olds, Pro-Tint, Goodyear, Excell, Pro- The show, held at Tosca Banquet Hall in Pang and Johnny Ip. The first place for raised this year went to benefit Kids Phone. Tech, Durham Dodge, Myers, Partsman, Oshawa on June 29 included trophies awarded Domestic went to Kris White followed by Van Hemmen Tires Whitby, Auto Napa, Bob Irwin Tools, Roy Nichols, Ontario for Best Domestic, Best Luxury, Best Rod and Michael Jarvis and Greg Parr. First place in Accessory Zone and Dixan Alignment would Motor Sales, Gus Brown, Peacocks, Myers’ Custom, Best Bike, Best Truck and Best Paint. the Truck category went to Rob Ace followed like to thank its sponsors this year. All the Tires, Milwaukee Tools and William’s In the Bike category, first place went to by David Hill and Dave Mullin. First place for sponsors donated prizes towards this year’s Uxbridge. Shane Murphy followed by Jackie Thompson Import went to Tamara Terzieva followed by show. Sponsors and Karen Jackson. In the Rod and Custom Currie Gardner and Darrell Seelal. Best Car included Pickering category, first place went to Mike and Judy Club went to Nex Mod and the overall winner Honda, Sheridan

The Motorcity Showdown 2008 East Meets West came to Oshawa on June 29 to present prizes to vehicle owners including prizes for Best Paint, Best Truck, Best Rod and Custom, Best Luxury, Best Domestic and Best Bike.

Top left: This car, a 1934 Plymouth Sedan won overall Best of Show, Best Paint and Rod & Custom. Top right: Mike Dobson, over- all winner with Lee Linaksita, owner of Van Hemmen Tires Whitby.

Lee Linaksita, owner of Van Hemmen Tires Whitby presents a prize during the Motorcity Showdown 2008 East Meets West.

JULY 9 2008 Page 9 Dementia caregivers can get help at seminars August will see a series of information sessions on how planning meaningful activities. Guest speakers Karen to cope with dementia. Cotnam of Oshawa Seniors Citizens Centres and Loretta Hosted by Alzheimer Society of Durham Region, the Tanner of the Alzheimer Society Public Education program sessions will be of benefit to family caregivers of people will speak on the topic. suffering from dementia. Communication Tips and Approaches to Responsive “These more in-depth workshops are designed to aug- Behaviours will be the topic of the workshop on Aug. 19 ment the monthly general information sessions for family from 6 to 8 p.m. Tanner and Brenda Davie of the Alzheimer caregivers our agency hosts,” says Joan Skelton, executive Society Public Education program will speak on the issue. director of Alzheimer Society of Durham Region. And rounding out the series will be an information ses- On Aug. 5 from 6 to 8 pm, there will be a seminar on sion on exploring caregiver emotions and reactions. The planning for and dealing with a medical emergency and session will run from 6 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 26. Davie will hospitalization. Featured are two guest speakers Michelle speak. Visit www.oshawaexpress.ca for local news Acorn and Jane Nikalaus of Lakeridge Health Oshawa. Caregivers can sign up for one or all of the sessions, On Aug. 12 from 6 to 8 pm, a workshop will be held on which will be held at the Alzheimer Society office, Suite 207 on the second floor of the office tower at the Oshawa Centre. Registration and a $5 materials fee are requested for each session. Each participant will receive a resource package with informa- tion for caregivers. To register for the sessions or for more information, contact the Alzheimer Society at 905-576-2567. OSCC reaches out to community Caregivers for the elderly are being offered a break from their hard work. The John Street Branch is offering Saturday Relief for Caregivers, the only Saturday day pro- gram, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., in Durham Region. Space is currently available for those inter- ested in this program for seniors who require extra support to get involved in programs or to provide some caregiver respite The OSCC is also looking for volunteer drivers to assist with their transportation program. For more information about any of these pro- grams, call 905-576-6712.

Page 10 JULY 9 2008 JULY 9 2008 Page 11 Local women’s group Friends carve foundation By Jessica Verge Pascoe, president of one of 15 of the soror- “You’re meeting so many wonderful chance to meet, share ideas and fundraising The Oshawa Express ity’s Oshawa chapters. “It gave (women) women,” she says. initiatives. an outlet.” A non-academic sorority for women of “It was also to promote the city,” says Since the beginning, Beta Sigma Phi has And after 33 years with the organiza- all ages, with more than 200,000 members Pascoe, adding that many attendees stayed been about friendship. tion, Pascoe knows friendship is the foun- worldwide, Beta Sigma Phi’s history in overnight in Oshawa and took advantage of “It was started that way,” says Josie dation. Oshawa, as the Oshawa Area Council, the local attractions. spans more than 50 years with more than The luncheon displayed the fundamen- 150 current members. tals of the group, according to Pascoe, who Pascoe was first introduced to the group says the twice a month meetings are by a friend and focused on shar- hasn’t looked ing ideas and back since. She learning. They and her fellow Club history also fundraise for Oshawa members Walter W. Ross founded Beta Sigma community were recently Phi in Kansas in 1931. During the organizations bestowed the Great Depression, Ross saw a need such as the honour of hosting for an organization that could bring Simcoe Hall a regional lunch- women together and expose them to Settlement House. eon, which drew social, cultural and educational cli- But when it approximately mates not available during that time. comes down to it, 120 members The group now has chapters in every she says it’s the from across U.S. state, Canadian province and 30 friendships that Ontario. other countries. define the organi- “It went over zation. very well,” she “You make says of the event, which took place at the really good friends,” she says, adding that Jubilee Pavilion on June 8. “It was phe- her fellow members have been there for her nomenal for the Oshawa Area Council.” through sick children and house fires. “It’s With a motto of “life, learning and meaningful things like that.” Women inter- friendship”, local Beta Sigma Phi members ested in joining Beta Sigma Phi can contact put an educational spin on the event with a Oshawa Area Council president Lisa Camp X theme and guest speaker Lynn- Mastrangelo at mastrangelo1974@sympa- Philip Hodgson. tico.ca. The luncheon also gave the members a

Wed. July 9 Thurs. Aug. 7

Photo by Jessica Verge/The Oshawa Express GRANDVIEW CHILDREN’S FOUN- MAYOR’S GOLF CLASSIC – Oshawa DATION 12th ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC – Golf Club, 160 Alexandra St. This 6th annu- Volunteers are the crux of Beta Sigma Phi’s 15 Oshawa chapters in which friendship is the foundation of the club. Royal Ashburn Golf Course, 995 Myrtle Rd. al event, hosted by Oshawa Mayor John W. in Ashburn. Golfers and sponsors are Gray, will benefit the Oshawa Community being sought to help raise funds for the Health Centre. Golfers can register by visit- Grandview Children’s Centre. For more ing the health centre’s web site at information, visit www.grandviewcc.ca and www.ochc.ca. For more information, contact Club reaches out to click on “foundation” then “events” or call Cathy Stokes at 905-723-0036 ext. 229 or 905.728.1673 ext. 2240. [email protected]. young bookworms Wed. July 16, 30, Aug. 13, 27 Fri. Oct. 3 CHILDREN’S SUMMER PROGRAMS - Young readers are invited to participate in a book per week. ADELAIDE MCLAUGHLIN PUBLIC The Oshawa Community Museum is offering summer reading club. Children who successfully complete each SCHOOL 50th ANNIVERSARY – Adelaide a number of fun and educational programs The Oshawa Public Libraries is accepting reg- weekly book report will be awarded a small prize. McLaughlin Public Elementary School, 630 for children this summer. Each program costs istration for the TD Summer Reading Club. During July and August, the library will also Stevenson Rd. N. Former students and staff $20 (discounts are available for multiple pro- Children aged three to 12 years can enroll in this offer various programs for families and children, are invited to drop in and share memories gram bookings), are appropriate for kids ages free summer-long program, this year themed including puppet shows, concerts, themed parties, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. with an official pres- 5 to 12. The programs run from 9 a.m. - 3 “Laugh Out Loud”. The program aims to keep and craft sessions. A full list of activities is avail- entation in the gym at 7:15 p.m. For more p.m. and pre-registration is required. July 16 kids mentally active during their break from able at www.oshawalibraries.on.ca. For more information, call the school at 905 728-0521. is Victorian Herbs and Crafts, July 30 is school by encouraging them to read at least one information, call 905-579-6111 ext. 5256. Digging up the Past: Archaeology and July 2 Crossword Answers Ancient History for Kids, Aug 13 is Eco- Days and Aug. 27 is Midieval Days and Grandview hosts Golf Classic Knights. For more information, contact the An Oshawa organization is looking to golfers ation experience for Grandview kids and a com- Museum at 905-436-7624 ext. 106 or visit to help raise funds for local children. pany name prominently displayed on event day www.oshawamuseum.org. Grandview Children’s Foundation is hosting at a cost of $1,700. At a cost of $1,000, individu- their 12th annual Golf Classic on July 9 at Royal als or companies can get a Cart Sponsor, which Tues. July 22 Ashburn Golf Course to benefit the Grandview includes a name and logo displayed on 72 golf Children’s Centre, which offers programs and carts during event day and a name in event pub- ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF DURHAM services to children and youth in Durham Region lications. Or for $500, a Pin Flag sponsorship is REGION WORKSHOP – The Alzheimer with special needs. available with a name and logo on a custom pin Society of Durham Region, Oshawa Centre The funds will go toward providing new tech- flag. office tower, second floor, suite 207. The nology and adaptive equipment to help clients Auction items and volunteers are also needed workshop will focus on the middle stages of achieve their personal best. for the event. Alzheimer’s and dementia. Advanced regis- Three sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, visit www.grandview- tration is required. The cost is $5. To register, A Corporate Foursome includes one group of cc.ca and click on “foundation” then “events” or call 905-576-2567 or 1-888-301-1106. four players, the sponsorship of a summer recre- call 905.728.1673 ext. 2240.

Page 12 JULY 9 2008 ARIES: March 20 to April 19 LIBRA: Sept 22 to Oct 23 Reorganize your daily routines and Work “behind the scenes” to accom- reassess your health habits. Exercise plish an original and unique project. to get rid of stress. Be assertive in a Showcase your skills and talents. positive way. Do not let anger get the best of People in positions of authority will recognize you. Plan a vacation in August. your efforts. You could receive a raise. TAURUS: April 19 to May 20 SCORPIO: Oct 23 to Nov 22 Passion sizzles for couples and sin- Be assertive and ambitious in the pur- gles could get involved in a serious suit of your goals, but avoid being love affair. Why not take on a home drawn into a power struggle. Ready decorationg project, since you have a great eye to get away from your daily routine, you could for colour and detail. This is a busy, active peri- travel for business or take a vacation. od. SAGITTARIUS: Nov 22 to Dec 21 GEMINI: May 20 to June 21 Pay off credit cards or apply for a Release people who have hurt you in loan. If you handle the family budget the past and find new ways to inter- properly, you will have more money act with others in the family. If you to invest. Avoid clashes with people in positions improve your skill level, you will earn more of power. August is an ideal month to take a vaca- money. Your parents may need your help. tion. CANCER: June 21 to July 22 CAPRICORN: Dec 21 to Jan 19 As a team leader, you are in a great The focus this week is on one-to-one position to motivate the group into relationships. You could start a busi- action. Sign up for a seminar, attend ness partnership or complete a project a conference or upgrade your educational level. with another person. Schedule special time for Your finances look better than they have in the one you love. Travel could be delayed on July months. 10. LEO: July 22 to August 22 AQUARIUS: Jan 19 to Feb 19 If you are handling your current On July 12, dress your best and turn career well, why not add a part-time on the charm. You could get a wake job? If you are self-employed, you up call about financial reality. will want to grow your business. Consider cutting costs or meet with a financial Admirers flock to you like a bee to honey. advisor. Avoid disputes over money. July 2 Word Game Answers VIRGO: August 22 to Sept 22 PISCES: Feb 19 to March 20 You have plenty of initiative and Instead of arguing, you should ener- Sasha, a four-year-old Eski-Pee loves to snuggle and fine comfortable self-motivation to complete the tasks gize your love relationship. Since it is places for sleeping. Bandit, 15, recently passed away. Bandit and Sasha at hand. Channel your energy into a easy for you to express your ability practical project. Connect with close friends and through art, you should start a creative project. were great friends. participate in group activities. Step out and about and make new contacts. The Oshawa Express would like to remind its readers to still send in Echo The Stars Say is provided by Joan Ann of Oshawa. For personal readings, call Baby pictures to run bi-weekly to the Express Perfect Pet feature. 905-725-9179 or visit her website at www.astroconsultation.com

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JULY 9 2008 Page 13 Miniature builder offers up expertise By Courtney Duffett Three years ago, Ashfield built a minia- The Oshawa Express ture train track around his backyard. “I enjoyed trains as a kid and got back Ever since Mike Ashfield was a child into it after I got married,” says Ashfield, he’d had an interest in trains. Now the who turned his train track into a miniature Oshawa resident is hoping to turn that life- community with houses, buildings, farms, long passion into a business. cars and people. Now, Ashfield and his wife, Cheryl, want to create the same for others. They’ve started up the company Lazy Daze Enterprizes, which designs and installs garden and indoor rail- roads. Ashfield’s own miniature village is sized at a 124th gauge, which is about ½” to every foot. In total, it took him about three months to design and build his train tracks, which Photos by Courtney Duffett/The Oshawa Express allows both his passenger and This miniature cargo train runs electrically around the Ashfield’s backyard through miniature communi- cargo trains to travel around his ties. The landscaping and buildings were designed and built by Mike while his wife, Cheryl, helps with yard, under a bridge and water- the decorating and painting. fall. Little communities includ- Victorian Manor can take up to two to three landscaping and scenery, says the most dif- ing a schoolhouse, gas station, weeks to build and paint. The majority of ficult part about his hobby is making sure church, houses, farmhouse, his houses and buildings are made from that the train tracks are “bullet proof” and Mike and Cheryl Ashfield have had a miniature railroad com- farms, fisherman and wild ani- wood and are built and painted from so far, so good. munity in their backyard for three years and want to get into the mals surround his garden rail- scratch by Ashfield and his wife. For more information, email ash- business of building miniature railroads for others. road. He says houses like his Ashfield, who’s favourite part is the [email protected]. The Eaton’s Catalogue

Settlers, miners and Batteries, tires for cars, prospectors, and others trucks and tractors, spark living in more remote plugs and tarpaulins, were areas were favourites. In all featured. order to speed up delivery Office items, from to western Canada, a store typewriters to stationery with its own catalogue were listed. operation opened in Entertainment was not Winnipeg in 1905, and in forgotten: radios of every While Timothy Eaton Moncton in 1918. size, record players and of the famous T. Eaton The first Christmas records; books to meet Co. was not the first to edition was published in every taste in reading utilize mail order cata- 1896. were there. Sporting logues, his was the first The first copies fea- equipment for winter and the first to be distributed tured mainly women’s and summer filled many in Canada. children’s clothing, with pages. His company, which just a small section for The farmer was not became an institution in men. forgotten. He could pur- this country, was founded But as time went on, chase everything from a in 1869. the number of products milking machine to a hay His first catalogue was advertised grew by leaps wagon from the comfort a small, pink, 32-page and bounds. Lamps, mat- of his kitchen table—plus publication distributed to tresses, books, stationary, seeds for his garden. visitors at the Canadian silverware, furniture, and The arrival of this vol- National Exhibition in patented medicines ume brought excitement Toronto in 1884. It con- appeared on its pages to all ages. It became a tained a slogan for which before the turn on the cen- “wish book” long before he became famous: tury. B the Christmas edition bore “Goods satisfactory, or y 1920 it was possible that title. money refunded!” to order railroad carloads And when the new one Within 20 years the of material to build houses arrived, the well-used number of pages had and even barns. older copy went to the increased to almost 400. In the Spring & “little shack out back”, By 1896 the mail order Summer issue of 1946 an where it doubled for that department was sending amazing plethora of prod- for which out a total of 135,000 ucts were pictured. consumers now pay parcels by post, and Besides every possible dearly—only it comes in another 74,000 by kind of seasonal clothing soft white rolls. express. for every age, in a word, In 1974 Eaton’s cata- While city dwellers there were products for logue department lost $17 were on the store’s mail- every room in the house— million. ing list, the company tar- even furnaces were avail- As a result the last edi- geted rural customers, able. tion was the Spring and encouraging those who When it came to auto- Summer issue published lived close enough to visit motive items and parts, in 1976. the store on Yonge St. Mr. Eaton easily compet- instead. ed with Canadian Tire.

Page 14 JULY 9 2008 Salute to women’s soccer By Wally Donaldson Lady Lynx took on the Pickering Soccer Club U21 The Oshawa Express ladies side. “The Pickering people came to us suggesting this For the keen soccer fan, Saturday presented a wonderful show- event would be great region wide, so with 35,000 case of female talent on the pitch and executive members of the members, we thought this would be a great opportuni- Durham Region Soccer Association couldn’t have been more ty to get everyone involved,” said Ron Smale, presi- pleased. dent of the Durham soccer association. “With 51 per Beginning with the Under-18 Girls Ontario cent of our members women, we polled all of our clubs Cup, including the Under-17 champions and we were able to get the Lady Lynx to join us. We’re Oshawa Kicks and the Durham Regional all- going to expand and build on this and make it an even star matchup at Kinsmen Stadium, the finale bigger event next year.” demonstrated a masterful ability of ball move- The Durham executive is on a mission to build the ment by the Toronto Lady Lynx en route to an sport to greater heights, adds Smale. This event to cel- 8-0 shutout result over the visiting Rochester ebrate Durham women who compete in the sport is Rhinos in United Soccer League action. sandwiched between Canada’s recent CONCACAF Lynx, 8-1-1, coming off their first loss of Under-20 championship, defeating the defending the campaign in Ottawa by a 3-2 count to the crown holders from the USA 2-1 in Mexico and tomor- Ron Smale Fury, collected their eighth win by scoring five row’s interesting matchup between Canada’s senior President of goals in the opening half and another three in squad and the highly-touted Brazil side at BMO Field Photo by Wally Donaldson/The Oshawa Express Durham Region Soccer Association the second for the victory against the 4-4-1 in Toronto. A full day of soccer activity was highlighted by a United Soccer League game at Civic Rhinos. Smale notes the influx of interest generated by soc- Stadium Saturday afternoon, won easily by the Toronto Lady Lynx 8-0 over the The Lady Lynx have an effective local presence. Oshawa native cer enthusiasts throughout the Durham Region is trans- Rochester Rhinos. Danny Stewart heads up the North Division squad, supported by lating into a greater need for more facilities. about 800 to 900 new members each year. assistant coach Paul DeAbreu of Pickering. On the pitch, Whitby’s “There is going to be that time when we’ll be lobbying our “People like the game because it’s played outdoors and it really Kelsi Landry is considered one of the finest among the talent in the councillors and other politicians to provide more grass fields is an inexpensive sport. It’s not a lot of money involved in putting league and Brooke McCalla of Pickering, took in her first match as because of the growth of the game,” says Smale. “We’ve experi- your child into a soccer program. It’s one of the benefits right now a player. enced an approximate five per cent growth rate on the ladies side with the changing economy and what’s happening in our commu- The inaugural event was staged last year in Pickering when the and three per cent growth on the boys side. This averages out to nity.”

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JULY 9 2008 Page 15 Dodgers clinch playoff berth go forward with a bountiful of opti- grounds following a practice. mism. Mattson’s swing was on the Oshawa His three hits in the opening game money in the opener as the dodgers resulted in three RBI’s, paving the pounded out 10 hits. Brendan way for Oshawa’s lop-sided victory. Emmett drove in two runs. sweeps a The trend continued in the second Cam Gray went five innings for game with the Dodgers scoring a 9-1 the win, striking out three players. win on a day where doubleheader Justin Pennell was the losing sweeps were the theme. pitcher, but played a significant part pair from London Majors took two from the at the plate for the Nationals with Toronto Maple Leafs 6-3 and 3-0 three hits. while the Kitchener Panthers upended Dodgers collected three runs in the Stratford Barrie, 8-7 and 5-4 to knock the second inning during the second Baycats from the IBL perch. game to take a 4-0 lead. By Wally Donaldson The Dodgers evened their season Craig Chaput went the distance in The Oshawa Express record at 14-14 heading into last grand style on the mound for night’s rescheduled contest in Oshawa, striking out six batters and One thing became blatantly clear Oshawa against the Leafs. relinquishing a single walk. following a doubleheader sweep of Dodgers compiled seven runs in Mitch Masse took the loss in five the lowly Stratford Nationals last the fifth inning during the opener to innings pitched, striking out two and Saturday afternoon at Kinsmen run away with this one. Sparked by walking three. Stadium. an opposite field double by Mattson Emmett continued his strong hit- The Oshawa Dodgers are heading to score a pair of runs, it gave ting performance with two more, to the playoffs. Oshawa a lead it wouldn’t relinquish. stealing two bases along the way. Ken Their success after solidifying a “Just trying to find my swing Calway bashed a three-run homer and hold on fifth place in the Intercounty because I’ll be starting at third at Ryan Fleming chipped in with a cou- Baseball League arrives on the heels school,” says Mattson, who will be ple of hits. of excellent pitching to this point and attending Northeastern Oklahoma George Agypong-Mensa had a pair some timely hits. College. “My accident was a messed of hits for the Nationals. And as for infielder Sean Mattson, up situation, but I’m coming back Along with last night’s game who was a powerhouse at the plate feeling good. against the Leafs, the Dodgers return during the first-game 12-4 victory, “I did have a concern at first about to Kinsmen Stadium this evening for he’s just happy to suit up and take his my pivot going to the bag side or a game against Barrie. rightful position at third base. going to the glove side, defensively. They head on the road with An accident involving a large lawn It hasn’t really affected me at all games in Barrie on Thursday, tractor south of the border a month since I’ve been back. I’m swinging Guelph on Saturday and ago resulted in the loss of three toes. the bat real well. The doctors said, ‘If Kitchener on Sunday. They Rather than dwelling on this unfortu- you can go, then go.’ And I’m going.” will play host to Hamilton nate mishap, Mattson has elected to The accident occurred on school next Wednesday. Dodgers, Leafs complete a deal

By Wally Donaldson “Now that we know (Craig) Chaput is The Oshawa Express going to be a legitimate starter with this team, it gives us another quality pitcher,” The Oshawa Dodgers and Toronto said Oshawa coach Ian Bugless. “We Maple Leafs have concocted something had to give something to get something seldom seen in the Intercounty Baseball and although it is cliché, I honestly feel League --- a trade! this was a good trade for both teams. The Dodgers sent pitcher Grey Byron “We are counting on Sean and Tyler Oshawa’s Sean Mattson takes a rip at the and infielder Bryan Candotta to the to give us additional strength defensive- ball during a plate appearance. He was Leafs in exchange for infielders Sean ly.” involved in an accident a month ago, but is Travers and Tyler Johnston. Travers did play on the weekend for pushing forward with optimism. It’s a move Oshawa coaching staff the Dodgers. Johnston, who requested deemed necessary in order to shore up its and was not given a release by the Leafs, defensive woes as the Dodgers continue had not made an appearance in Toronto to struggle at times with their lowly of late. He is the property of the New fielding percentage. York Mets. Photo by Wally Donaldson/The Oshawa Express

Liam McMorrow, who started as a can run the floor, has great hands and a and 6.5 rebounds per game in 20 con- ”It was great to work with Liam last freshman at Durham College last sea- soft touch around the basket in addi- ference appearances for the Lords in season,” commented Durham Lords son, has committed to competing on a tion to being a great person and a solid 2007-08. The program finished 17-14 head coach Desmond Rowley. “Liam Durham NCAA Division I basketball level at student.” overall and claimed sixth in the East worked hard on and off the court and Marquette University in Milwaukee, Liam’s transfer demonstrates the Region with a 10-10 slate. McMorrow made tremendous strides in becoming Wisconsin. capability of Durham College to bring concluded the campaign third in the a dominant basketball player.” hoops After showing significant signs of excellent athletes to the program, and league in blocked shots with 23 and By attending Marquette, development on the court as a member develop them further during their time was eighth in rebounding. McMorrow will have the chance to of the Lords program last season, at the school. To have a player move The Lords concluded the campaign follow in the footsteps of NBA freshman McMorrow has accepted a scholarship on to a basketball program of that cal- with six wins in seven outings to earn Superstar Dwayne Wade and current with the hopes of furthering his basket- ibre is excellent for the student, as well a spot in the OCAA postseason. head coach of the NBA champion ball career by joining the prestigious as Durham College. McMorrow, who posted four doubles- Boston Celtics Doc Rivers; both looks program at the American university. “He was a dominating force on the doubles during conference action in Marquette alumnus. Marquette won a “I’m not surprised that Liam is court in the OCAA as a freshman and 2007-08, averaged 9.9 points per game National Championship in 1977 and heading south to a major NCAA will be attending a great school that in the final seven contests for Durham. has made two other Final Four appear- school based on his first collegiate sea- has a great reputation in NCAA bas- He netted a personal-best 18 points ances (1974 and 2003). south of son with us last year,” Athletic ketball,” Babcock said about the against Centennial College and Because of transfer rules, Director Ken Babcock stated after opportunity McMorrow will experi- grabbed a season-best 18 rebounds McMorrow will sit out this season and learning about McMorrow’s decision. ence. versus Georgian in just 23 minutes of begin his three years of NCAA eligi- the border “He is a legitimate seven-foot’er who McMorrow averaged 8.4 points action. bility in the 2009-10 season.

Page 16 JULY 9 2008 Hawkeyes score big in home opener By Wally Donaldson yard run from Evan David Jr. for the major in the The Oshawa Express Players are competing with a no-nonsense final quarter sealed the deal. With under a minute remaining, Levy went to When the lion’s share of 110 penalty yards is the air and was picked off by Sean Weathers, the result of objectionable conduct calls, it would edge, says Oshawa head coach icing the Hawkeyes’ second straight victory in probably upset most football coaches. four outings. But not Donovan Wright of the Oshawa the Hawkeyes scored a 19-7 Northern Football Conference vic- “Jeremy (Musche) stepped up and he’s the guy we’re going Hawkeyes. tory over the Toronto Raiders last Saturday night in their home with,” adds Wright. “The timing still needs work. Defensively, Not that he would promote such an approach in a champi- opener at Civic Stadium before a strong throng of supporters. we’ve got a ventured group. The defense talking and carrying onship game, mind you. Wright admits he is still in search of cohesion, especially on on with a little undiscipline, I really don’t mind to a certain “These guys who have come back to us have matured as the offensive side of the ball. degree. We need them to be physical with an edge, so to speak. people,” he reasons. “A lot of the guys have taken on business- “Many of the guys have trouble getting to all practices, so We’ll be fine.” es of their own, some got married and they have a strong sense our timing is still off,” says Wright. “We’re still off in plays and Hawkeyes return to Civic Stadium this Saturday evening to of responsibility as a result of these. positions and it’s frustrating to come to the sidelines to hear face the Sarnia Imperials. “The same applies on the football field. The guys are show- from other guys say ‘Come on, come on.’ Imperials, with a 2-3 record, gave up 28 second-half points ing they care for the team as a whole and for each other.” “That’s the problem. We have to control our situation when on home field last Saturday to drop a 31-0 decision to the unde- Making the most of their opportunities in the second half, we start the year 0-2 and that includes myself. Sometimes, you feated Tri-City Outlaws. have to let the team work it out. A win takes Game time is 7 o’clock. care of it.” Jeremy Musche drew the starting assign- ment at pivot, but wasn’t on the field for the only two points of the opening half. Toronto kicker Boris Dobrusin had no alternative but to kick the loose ball into his own end zone following a high snap, giving Oshawa a two-point bulge. Hit of the game was compliments of Oshawa linebacker Delroy George, who sent one Toronto player into another time zone, enabling defensive back Shawn Ross to recover the ball and spoil a Raiders’ scoring threat late in the opening half. Musche was impressive in the opening drive, moving the ball deep in Toronto territo- ry, capped by an impressive 10-yard run by Dave Dinnall for the first major of the evening. Rob Horstman, playing with a cast on his left hand after breaking it in the open- ing kickoff of last week’s victory in North Bay, was good on the convert. A double unnecessary roughing call com- pounded by an offside to Oshawa brought the sticks back to the Oshawa one-yard line and the Raiders took full advantage with Markus Herron setting the stage on a handoff by quar- Photo by Wally Donaldson/The Oshawa Express Photo by Wally Donaldson/The Oshawa Express terback Yoni Levy, completed by a Dobrusin Offensive lineman Kirk Giffen (50) of the Oshawa Hawkeyes is looking for a loose ball while convert. Ricky Clarke (6) of the Toronto Raiders makes this leaping completion as a team member joins in during Saturday night’s Northern Football Conference contest at Civic Horstman hit for a 40-yard field goal to Sean Weathers (21), Shawn Ross (18) and Sam Jansen (25) of the Stadium, won by the Hawkeyes over the Toronto Raiders. extend Oshawa’s lead to 12-7 and a strong 23- Oshawa Hawkeyes move in for the tackle.

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