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[ Briefly ] Pickering’s past Officers ‘breached’ rights in search in the spotlight PICKERING — Take in a Charges dismissed in judge has ruled. Mr. Kim, 30, pleaded not guilty to unreasonable search and seizure. night of historical significance in Superior Court Justice Barry Mac- three charges at the start of the trial. Crown attorney Sevag Yeghoyan Pickering. police investigation Dougall said officers took a “casual ap- “Given the conduct of police... I find conceded the “warrantless search” vi- Wayne Crockett, a senior ar- of Pickering home proach” with regard to Edmond Kim’s the breach of the defendant’s (Charter) olated Mr. Kim’s rights, but argued that chivist at the Archives of Ontario, rights when they entered a Pickering rights to be a serious one,” Justice Mac- police responding to 560 Highview Rd. is the guest speaker at the next house in April of 2003, on the pretext Dougall said in delivering his judg- on April 20, 2003, had reason to believe meeting of the Pickering Town- By Jeff Mitchell of rounding up two large dogs that had ment Monday afternoon in Whitby. someone may be in danger inside the ship Historical Society at the East Staff Writer Shore Community Centre, 910 been terrorizing the neighbourhood. “I am satisfied inclusion of the evi- house, into which two large, vicious Liverpool Rd., south of Hwy. 401., DURHAM — Durham Regional Po- The judge threw out evidence gathered dence would bring the administration dogs had run after being shot at by on Tuesday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. lice officers trampled the constitution- by the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), of justice into disrepute.” officers. Mr. Yeghoyan argued those Mr. Crockett specializes in al rights of a man arrested for operat- including grow equipment, cash and In his ruling, the judge sided with “exigent circumstances” justified the municipal records and will show a ing a marijuana grow operation when more than 560 marijuana plants, re- defence lawyer Leora Shemesh, who officers’ entry without a search war- PowerPoint presentation detailing they barged through the front door of sulting in the dismissal of charges argued that police violated Mr. Kim’s the history of municipal govern- his home without a search warrant, a against Mr. Kim. Section 8 Charter protection against ✦ See Dog, Page 4 ment in Ontario, followed by the use of municipal records for research in both genealogical and traditional historical contexts. He will also discuss what types Developer wants of documents are in the archives pertaining directly to Pickering. SUM KIND OF COMMUNITY EFFORT The evening is free; refresh- inquiry over ments are provided. For more information, call Carol King at 905-509-2744. Pickering land

[ What’s on ] By Danielle Milley Staff Writer Resume critiques PICKERING — A Woodbridge devel- oper with land in the Duffins-Rouge Ag- help with job hunt ricultural Preserve is calling on Premier PICKERING — Discover this Dalton McGuinty to hold an inquiry into month if your resume is up to the boundary of the Golden Horseshoe standard. Greenbelt. The Durham Region Unem- Silvio De Gasperis, who owns 1,500 ployment Help Centre in Pickering acres of land in the north Pickering pre- is offering resume critique and serve, sent the letter March 28 to Mr. resume workshops. Critiquing McGuinty, as well as Conservative lead- runs from 9 to 10 a.m. on April 15 er John Tory and NDP leader Howard and 29, while resume workshops Hampton. are from 1 to 3 p.m. on April 8 Both opposition parties called on the and 22. government to conduct an inquiry last In addition, the centre offers month after Mr. De Gasperis claimed a landed immigrants job search workshop on Tuesdays, Wednes- Mr. McGuinty made him promises days and Thursdays. about the preserve and the greenbelt All workshops are at 1400 at a Liberal fundraising dinner last May. Bayly St., Unit 12 in Pickering, be- The greenbelt legislation was passed at side the GO station. Pre-registra- the end of February. tion is required. Mr. De Gasperis said his land in Pick- To register or for more infor- ering not being included is not “sour mation, call 905-420-4010. grapes. “I could accept a decision based on proper planning principles taking into [ Index ] account all of the smart growth criteria and considerations that the McGuinty Editorial Page, 6 Government espouses, even (if) that de- Sports, 8 cision was one which did not further Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Entertainment, 10 my own interests. But what I cannot DURHAM — Mariatu Camara, left, was the focus of a benefit concert last week that was emceed by internationally Classified, 11 known Ajax band Sum 41. Ms. Camara came to Pickering after being captured and tortured during the civil war in Sierra accept... is being forced to accept a re- Leone. She’s been staying with her guardians, Kadijatu Nabe, right, and Abou Nabe in Pickering. See full story Page 14. sult which is neither fair... nor based on principles of good planning, but is based [ Call us] solely on the desire of this premier to avoid breaking yet another promise,” he General: 905 683 5110 wrote in the letter. Distribution: 905 683 5117 During the 2003 campaign, the Liber- General Fax: 905 683 7363 als promised to keep the preserve pro- Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pope’s death brings memories for Pickering faithful tected — a position the local Liberal candidate disagreed with. Pickering- Pressrun 47,600 Residents recall how ten. press their fondness for the Pope, and Ajax-Uxbridge MPP Wayne Arthurs (and infodurhamregion.com Ever since Pope John Paul passed their sadness at his passing. former Pickering mayor) said he did he ‘touched everyone’ away on the weekend, there has been One man whose life was personally speak with his government about hav- a profound outpouring of grief and touched by the Pope is Ajax resident ing the southern portion of the preserve By Jason Chamberlain prayer from people all over the world. Michal Fineczko. (known as Cherrywood) excluded from Special to the News Advertiser In Ajax and Pickering, and Durham as Mr. Fineczko met the Pope three the greenbelt. a whole, the story has been no differ- AJAX — He is gone, but not forgot- ent. Local Catholics continue to ex- ✦ See Durham, Page 2 ✦ See Arthurs, Page 4 American system pays off for those in need But lack of wait times accounts for 10 per cent of our gross do- Canada and the system is one of the mestic product, while in the U.S., it’s 14 best in the world. If you need a hip re- does come at cost per cent. In addition, according to the placement or a specialized diagnostic Organization of Economic Co-opera- test, that’s a different story. Durham Region Media Group staff tion and Development, the life expec- Experts in the field say that if Ca- reporter Keith Gilligan spent three days tancy in Canada is 79.4 years, compared nadians, and by extension, Canadian in Rochester, New York examining the to 76.8 in the U.S. And, one-third of taxpayers, were to fund our health care American health-care system. This is the Americans are obese, while the figure in system at the same level as Americans, SERVICE HOURS first in a four-part series looking at the Canada is 15 per cent. there wouldn’t be any waiting lists. MON., WED., THURS., FRI. positives, negatives and challenges faced South of the border, American doc- Accessing specialized health care is 7:30 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. by patients, residents, health profession- tors make more than their Canadian the hot-button issue with Canadians. TUES. 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. als and politicians alike, comparing the counterparts. And, wait times in the The Statistics Canada 2003 Health Ser- SAT. 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Canadian system to the U.S. H U.S. are a fraction, in many cases a vices Access Survey (the latest survey (905) 831-5400 small fraction, of those Canadians ex- results available) showed wait times are Email: [email protected] By Keith Gilligan perience. the biggest barrier in accessing three Staff Writer 575 KINGSTON RD. not as fat and we spend less on health Accessing care, or wait times, is the types of specialized care: visits to spe- care. www.pickeringhonda.com DURHAM — Compared to our broth- Achilles’ heal of the Canadian health- ers to the south, we live longer, we’re Canadian spending on health care care system. Get into a car accident in ✦ See Americans, Page 5

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Annual ranks of their money.” The 2005 proposed police budget a minimum 6-per cent tax increase crease was due to “pay equity and There were 87 officers making is $112.7 million, up from $42.9 mil- in 2005 (an extra $95 per average internal issues.” $100,000 jobs grows more than $100,000 in 2004, up from lion in 1990, $71.9 million in 2000 household) and an 11- to 12-per cent Other big earners include the chief over previous year 58 in 2003. Of the 87, 35 were police and $105.5 million last year. increase in 2006. at $189,206.09 ($186,494.10 in 2003), constables. At the Region, That’s on top Constable Terry Scott at $165,330.48 The Chief at- 54 staff mem- of increased (not on 2003 list), Constable Terry By Carly Foster tributed the rise bers made the local and edu- Finn at $162,200.60 (not on 2003 list), Staff Writer in staff to pay $100,000 list, cation taxes as and deputy police chiefs Chuck Mer- DURHAM — While the number duty — which compared to 29 well. cier ($149,561.25 in 2003) and Rod of government staff and cops mak- now goes in 2003. Garry Mr. Cubitt Piukkala ($151,181.24 in 2003) both ing more than $100,000 climbs along through police Cubitt, the chief topped the list at $159,241.13. with your tax bill, the heads of the payroll but is administrative of highest paid As required under the 1996 Pub- Region and police say employees are paid for through officer, said he employees at lic Sector Salary Disclosure Act, the paid fairly. private dollars had not had $206,303.85 Ministry of Finance last week re- “Our wages are generally competi- — police work- time to analyze ($185,753.79 leased its annual list of civil servants tive,” said Durham Regional Police ing for Ontario Garry Cubitt the numbers, Robert Kyle in 2003). Oth- Kevin McAlpine who made more than $100,000 in Chief Kevin McAlpine. “I don’t think Power Genera- but believed ers include 2004. people are very worried about po- tion at the Pickering and Darlington the increased number of staff on the Dr. Robert Kyle, commissioner and Chief McAlpine said that, when the lice officers and police departments. nuclear plants, and overtime work- list would have been from moving medical office of health (MOH), at act was passed in 1996, it was meant People are getting good value for ing on major cases. employees into the 75th percentile of $174,257.59 ($169,220.38 in 2003), to get the big brass at organizations, wages compared to other GTA mu- Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp at bosses like himself — not regular nicipalities. $169,716.32 ($164,800.22 in 2003), cops and nurses. The base salary to “I’m very comfortable in the Re- Hugh Drouin, commissioner of social be disclosed should rise with infla- Vacation pay bumps Pickering gion of Durham because I know our services, at $153,144.61 ($105,908.94 tion, and be around $117,000, he salaries are reviewed with our com- in 2003) and Dr. Donna Reynolds, said. parators,” he said. “We are not the associate MOH, at $149,555.67 “Five years from now, every cop CAO’s salary by extra $46,000 best paid, but we are competitively ($138,355.94 in 2003). will be on this list,” he said. paid.” The highest paid member of the To view the complete list of gov- The Region’s salaries help attract police force was a civilian, Theresa ernment employees making $100,000 Rouge Valley CEO said. “Some people can have numbers and keep staff, Mr. Cubitt added. Virgin, manager of communications, in 2004, visit a website at www.dur- reported for them that does a disser- That may be a tough pill to swallow at $239,537.95. hamregion.com or go to www.gov. receives $50,000 increase vice because it doesn’t explain why.” for regional taxpayers, who are facing Chief McAlpine said the pay in- on.ca/FIN/english/psecteng.htm. Hospitals also must report their By Danielle Milley list of $100,000 earners to the govern- Staff Writer ment. Get the PICKERING — The City of Picker- Between its two sites, the Rouge Val- The Family ing’s $100,000 club added a couple of ley Healthy System had 32 employees, PICTURE! new members in 2004. including staff and administration, on Our photo The number of City employees mak- the list compared Dental Office ing $100,000 or more grew by four to a with 30 last year. library is total of nine for 2004. The hospital General and Specialist Care packed with All public-sector employers are re- said in order to conveniently located with great photos quired to disclose those employees attract the best 200 other shops and services just waiting who received more than $100,000 in people, it needs on the main level at compensation for the year. The list was to pay its admin- Pickering Town Centre to be framed made public March 31. istrators com- and mounted. In addition to the swelling ranks in petitively, which between Zellers and Blacks If you see a Pickering, chief administrative officer means six-fig- Tom Quinn’s 2004 salary rose con- ure salaries for Evening and weekend photo in the siderably compared with 2003. The many. Tom Quinn appointments are available Metroland $186,425 in 2004 was $46,747 more “Rouge Valley Community than the compensation he received in is simply staying in step with what We work with all 2003. Council determines the CAO’s the competitive market demands,” ex- Newspapers salary. plained David Brazeau, RVHS spokes- insurance companies of Durham Mayor Dave Ryan explained the man. Region that amount disclosed not only includes Among the salary but also the total of all money biggest moves you wish paid to an employee. was a more than we’d love to see your to purchase, “There was a significant increase $50,000 increase you can order year over year in the amount and that for Hume Mar- a re-print or a was related to a vacation payout,” he tin. While in said about Mr. Quinn’s increase. 2003, the Rouge digital image The Pickering CAO was off sick for Valley chief ex- SMILE by calling more than fours months in 2004 and ecutive officer (905) because of that was not able to take all and president of his vacation time so it was paid out. made $334,916, 683-5110 City of Pickering director of finance that jumped Hume Martin Gil Paterson explained the amount to $387,068 in We put kids big & small at ease disclosed can also change due to a 2004. NEWS retroactive salary increase or a sever- “Our CEO is paid in step with the 905-837-2322 www.pickeringdental.ca ADVERTISER ance payout and that doesn’t mean high level of experience and education the individual’s salary has necessarily the position demands,” Mr. Brazeau increased more than what would be said. “In order to attract the best peo- considered normal or average. ple we have to pay competitively.” “One of the problems with that (list) He added Mr. Martin’s compensa- is it doesn’t take into consideration un- tion is decided by the hospital board, usual events of the year,” Mr. Paterson comprised of community volunteers. Security tapes identify ‘person of interest’ in pool taping probe

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By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — More than 80 people came out this week to celebrate the accomplishments of four heritage vol- unteers and to bring awareness to their plight to preserve history in Pickering. Many of the people at the Pickering Civic Complex wore buttons in sup- port of saving the home of Reverend George Barclay, a leader during the 1837 Rebellion, including honourees Angela Steyn, Barbara Pleva and Mary Delaney. The three, along with Katrina Pike, each received an Ontario Heritage Foundation achievement pin and cer- tificate as part of the 2005 Heritage Community Recognition Program. The four Pickering Museum Village volunteers were selected for their work researching and writing the script for ‘A Spirit Walk’, which is about the 1837 Upper Canada Rebellion. Danielle Milley/ News Advertiser photos The Barclay home, known as Tul- It was a night of protest and praise Monday at the Pickering Civic Complex. Above, back from left, Angela Steyn and Katrina Pyke, and from left, Barbara Pleva and lis cottage, is on the proposed airport Mary Delaney receive Ontario Heritage Foundation recognition certificates for land in north Pickering and owned by their efforts in researching and writing the annual ‘A Spirit Walk.’ Right, a number Transport Canada. Mr. Barclay’s de- of people were on hand to protest the demolition of historically significant homes scendents still live in the home, but in north Pickering. in February they received a notice to vacate by the end of June. to the fact that a lot of our heritage is vacated are to be demolished in the Pickering Heritage, Ajax-Pickering disappearing,” the Whitevale resident future. MP Mark Holland, local councillors said. The protesters yelled, “save Picker- and concerned residents are trying to He was referring to the homes being ing heritage,” some held signs in sup- save the piece of Pickering’s history. demolished in north Pickering on the port, while others held VOCAL (Vot- Ron Dawe was one of nearly a dozen proposed airport land. Public Works ers Organized to Cancel the Airport protesters who stood peacefully out- manages the land on behalf of Trans- Lands) signs opposing the airport. side the civic complex before the port Canada. “The more attention you can draw awards presentation. The government has said it is not to this, hopefully the better it will be,” “I’m here in appreciation for the economically viable to keep all of the Mr. Dawe said. “By the time you get eral land in Brougham, said she was she has protested the issue. awards being given and I’m also here homes tenanted and so more than through to the politicians who decide there for two reasons. “We’re all very concerned about trying to use the situation concerning 20 were torn down in March, as well, it could be too late.” “I went to see the presentation for what is going to happen in this rural heritage to draw some more attention there are a dozen homes that are to be Frances Foster, who lives on the fed- Mary,” she said. “I went to protest be- community,” she said. “It’s very stress- cause I’m not happy with what is going ful living like this, you don’t know who on in this community — demolitions is going to be next.” and evictions.” When the four women received Arthurs against inquiry for Pickering land Ms. Foster has lived in her home for their awards during the council meet- 32 years. She is a member of the land ing, everyone in the packed council stewardship group Land Over Land- chambers rose to their feet to applaud ✦ Arthurs, From Page 1 and discriminatory,” he said, adding he Ontario Planning and Development Act, ings and said this is not the first time them. is just asking for “a fair and open pro- began a development study for the area “I certainly talked to a number of cess. in 2004. Its planning consultants were to people during the process about the “I don’t want any favours, I want to be keep the preserve agricultural with the City’s growth management study,” he judged on our merits.” development plan to focus on Seaton. Pickering MP asks for public’s thoughts said. Mr. De Gasperis doesn’t believe the In a legal application filed in Novem- Mr. Arthurs doesn’t think an inquiry is decision on the greenbelt boundary was ber against the Minister of Municipal AJAX — It’s that time again. 7 to 9 p.m. in Room 3 at the McLean needed. based on science. He pointed to the Affairs and Housing, Mr. De Gasperis Ajax-Pickering MP Mark Holland is Community Centre. “I continue to have some differences growth management study conducted (through his company Duffin Capital holding one of his regular town hall The agenda is to feature any federal on some aspects of the boundary and I by the City of Pickering that found the Corporation) asked that the minister, meetings to hear the thoughts and issue participants wish to raise. believe over a period of time those areas east side of Duffins Creek — provincial- among other things, be ordered to con- concerns of constituents. The centre is at 95 Magill Dr., at will be reviewed,” he said. ly-owned Seaton lands that is slated for sider Pickering’s GMS in the develop- The meeting is Friday, April 8 from Westney Road. Vaughan Mayor Michael Di Biase has development — was just as, if not more, ment plan. also called on the government to estab- environmentally sensitive than the pre- Melanie Francis, MAH spokeswom- kimo limo lish an independent greenbelt commis- serve, which is on the west. The study an, said that application is scheduled to sion. calls for development in the southern be heard in divisional court May 19 and Limousine Services Specializing in long distances, casinos, graduations, weddings, private parties Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan doesn’t portion of the preserve and some in 20. (late model stretches up to 10 passengers) know if Pickering will be requesting an Seaton. “Other than that I can’t really com- **VERY SPECIAL PRICES** (Check our local rates) inquiry. The provincial government, under the ment (on it),” she said. Ask for Berger for more details 905-839-0457 “Our position has been and remains Cell: 416-453-5696 • *We do corporate accounts* we would like to see the science be- Watch for us hind the greenbelt mapping,” he said. Wednesday, “Particularly as it pertains to Pickering I think the only science used was political CORRECTION NOTICE STOP Friday and science.” Sunday for In an interview in mid-March, Mr. Please note, in the recent all your local De Gasperis said he just wanted to be copy of the News Advertiser PAYING HIGH treated fairly. news. “What they’re doing is inappropriate Community Guide 2005, INSURANCE RATES there was an error on the CALL NOW AND SAVE ON City of Pickering Municipal HOME & AUTO NEWS Dog may have Information page (page 7). CALL LAWRENCE ADVERTISER

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✦ Americans, From Page 1 insurance — St. Joseph and Mercy Out- reach. The society gets physicians to cialists, non-emergency surgeries and volunteer “either at a centre or at their diagnostic tests, and access to ‘first- practice,” says executive director Nancy contact’ services. Adams. Dr. Raymond Mayewski, medical di- A specialist will see three to five such rector for clinical services at Strong Me- patients a year. “A primary care physi- morial Hospital in Rochester, New York, cian once a month will volunteer at the agrees wait times are the weakness in centre. There are similar organizations the Canadian system. in other communities,” she notes. As an example, Dr. Mayewski notes Medicare covers those without insur- one of his patients was told he needed ance and Medicaid is for those over 65 a hip replacement in November and years or with a disability. had the operation in January. He could “Medicare is a little more patient- have had it earlier but didn’t want to be friendly. Reimbursements are better, convalescing over Christmas. the system is better. Medicaid has a lot “A long wait means two-and-a-half to of prior restrictions. There a lot more re- three months. Cosmetic surgery, usu- strictions,” Ms. Adams says. “Not every ally there’s not a wait. You pay out of doctor will take Medicaid patients. pocket and get it done,” he says. There are only certain doctors you can Contrast that with Canada. In On- go to.” tario, the median wait time for cardiac Like Ontario, finding and keeping surgery (for the fiscal year 2002-03) was doctors can be a challenge. 26 days. The median time for radiation “Some specialties, there’s a shortage,” therapy for breast cancer is 4.1 weeks Ms. Adams says, pointing to rheuma- and for prostate it’s 6.3 weeks. tologists. “There’s a long wait time to get According to The Fraser Institute, a into see one. conservative think-tank, the total wait- “We’re worried about general sur- ing time for patients between a refer- geons. The average age in Rochester is ral by a general practitioner and treat- 57. If we don’t recruit them to the area, ment was 17.9 weeks in 2004. That’s it will be a concern,” Ms. Adams states, News Advertiser photo illustration an increase from 17.7 weeks in 2003. The Durham hospital sites, represented by three different health corporations: clockwise from bottom left, Lakeridge Health (Os- adding the average age of an obstetri- Nadeem Esmail, a senior health policy hawa site), Rouge Valley Health System (Ajax site) and Markham Stouffville Health System (Uxbridge site) are each grappling with cian and gynecologist is 54. analyst with the institute, notes that health-care funding shortfalls and one effect of this is increased waiting time for surgeries. In Uxbridge, surgeries have been elimi- Another issue for doctors is rising despite spending more on health care nated at the site. Procedures like CAT scans, centre, can take several months for patients to get to the front of the line. malpractice insurance rates. than ever before, the wait times are the “We’ve seen premiums go through longest Canadians have ever experi- wouldn’t be welcome in the U.S. When he announced his plan earlier we had a government plan, how would the roof. Upstate is a little more isolated enced. “We’re worried about a government- this year, the president said HSA would the government pay?” he asks. “It would than down state.” The causes for the longer wait include run, health-care system. We’re worried “give Americans more control over their decrease the incentive to see patients.” A new physician could be paying an aging population — older people use about anything government run,” Dr. health-care spending. If you own an Thousands of people in Durham Re- $150,000 to $200,000 a year in premi- the system more. The Ontario Medical Mayewski says. “Medicine is very local. HSA, you can go to the doctor of your gion, and elsewhere in the province, ums, she notes. “Right out of the gate, it’s Association reports someone in their What’s done in Rochester is different choice and keep the account even if you know all about a doctor not wanting to $100,000. That’s a real barrier to setting 70s uses five to six times more medical than New York City or Cleveland. What change jobs.” see them, albeit for a different reason up a practice,” Ms. Adams says. “Down services per capita than someone in doctors do here is different than Cleve- Having a choice with health care is — many family physicians aren’t tak- state, an OB-GYN will pay $160,000 for their 30s or 40s. In dollar terms, the an- land. important to Americans, Dr. Mayewski ing new patients. Most of the southern insurance. Upstate it might be below nual average cost to treat a child is about “For some in the industry the objec- says. tier of Durham is considered under-ser- $100,000, but their pay tends to be less $1,600 a year (figures were for 2001). To tion is one size fits all. It’s very difficult “We worry about a health plan where viced when it comes to trying to find a than down state.” treat one of their grandparents over the to say you don’t have a choice.” there’s a single plan,” he says, “It’s doctor. same period, it’s about $11,000. Instead of a public plan, President very cherished, choice. The freedom The provincial government has an- Next: The Canadian health-care While running for office in 2000, Bush is pushing Health Savings Ac- of choice of program is very strong. It nounced plans to spend $10 million system and where politicians think it’s American President George W. Bush counts (HSA). Operating much the would be very difficult to create a plan to increase the number of positions at headed. opposed universal health care, say- same way as a savings account in a people have to opt in without the option medical schools, translating into 337 Join the discussion: Offer your ing the Canadian system was “a curse bank, an individual could put money of opting for a private plan.” more family doctors by 2008. thoughts on the Canadian Health worse than the disease. When you na- into an HSA to pay for current or future Also, having a public system might At the Monroe County Medical So- Care system and the issues raised in tionalize health you push costs higher, medical costs. Funds aren’t taxable, as dissuade a doctor from taking part in ciety, which covers Rochester and sur- our series. Go online to forumsdur- far higher.” long as the money is used for qualified the program, he adds. rounding area, there are two organiza- hamregion.com. Dr. Mayewski agrees a public system medical expenses. “There are concerns about access. If tions that see patients without medical

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NEWS ADVERTISER EDITORIAL Metroland Durham Region Media Group Pope’s legacy one Tim Whittaker Publisher [email protected] of love, peace Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief he passing, at 84, of Pope John Paul II on the weekend has [email protected] resulted in a remarkable outpouring of grief from a world T he embraced during his 26 years as spiritual leader of the Tony Doyle Roman Catholic Church. Managing Editor Not only was John Paul’s death a momentous event to the world’s [email protected] 1.1 billion Catholics, it was also acknowledged by world leaders who recognized this man’s efforts to reach out through his lifelong Duncan Fletcher battle against poverty, greed and violence. Director of Advertising The pope is most freshly remembered locally for his brave ap- [email protected] pearance at World Youth Day 2002, when, clearly in pain and ail- ing, he appeared for a week of celebrations in Toronto. That sunny Andrea McFater July is recalled for the reverence and affection shown to the pope Retail Advertising Manager by young people, many who came from Durham and Northumber- [email protected] land to be close to the 82-year-old pontiff. His exhortation to them to be strong and to love one another had a remarkable impact. The Eddie Kolodziejcak pope was also in the Toronto area in 1984, when he said mass for Classified Advertising hundreds of thousands at Downsview. [email protected] This pope’s legacy is his inspiration for young people, a theme he developed as a young priest in postwar Communist Poland. For Abe Fakhourie years, he would go on camping trips with young people and discuss Distribution Manager all manner of issues of faith and life. These trips had to be kept se- [email protected] cret from the authorities, who would ban such contact if they knew of its religious content. Lillian Hook Karol Wojtyla, as he was known then, rose quickly in the ranks Office Manager of the church becoming a bishop at 37, a cardinal at 47 and pope [email protected] at 58. Just a year after his ascension to the throne of St. Peter, he visited his homeland of Poland. Many believe that 1979 visit and Cheryl Haines the incredible crowds who came to see their native son spelled the Composing Manager beginning of the end of the Iron Curtain, which fell a decade later. [email protected] The pope made visits to nearly every corner of the world. Among LETTERS TO THE EDITOR his most famous was a trip to Jericho in 2000 when he apologized Janice O’Neil for the behaviour of Catholics toward Jews down through the ages. No wonder flyer’s own group, religion, race, or parents, upsets children and Composing Manager He met with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, with Muslim and Jew- politics and is intolerant of harms the image and repu- [email protected] ish religious heads. He tried hard to bridge the divide which keeps authors anonymous those who differ.” It’s also tation of your members? Do us apart in a world of chaos. important to note that Mark your members believe this [ Contact us ] The pope, who was brought up in a conservative time, also had To the editor: Holland has publicly stated action causes parents to put - conservative views when it came to religious practices. His most Re: ‘Anonymous anti same- that he will not vote against pressure on the minister of News/Sales 905-683-5110 beloved religious icon was the Virgin Mary and he saw women sex marriage flyers anger MP’, same-sex marriage even if the education to settle the con- Classifieds 905-683-0707 chiefly as mothers and caregivers. He was not open to women April 1. majority of his constituency tract dispute? Distribution 905-683-5117 becoming priests and he stuck firm to church pro-life views, even I am very disappointed wanted him to. Do your members really News Fax 905-683-0386 opposing the use of condoms for birth control. With the growth of that the writer of this article So, who’s the bigot? think that parents believe Dorcas Ribeiro General Fax 905-683-7363 AIDS in Africa, many were concerned the Pope’s strong stance only took such a biased approach. teachers are fighting over 200 E-mail served to increase the spread of AIDS. The story states: ‘although Ajax minutes of prep time? Does [email protected] Still, John Paul II will be remembered as a man of peace, an elderly he disagrees with the group’s this argument not appear in- Web address leader who had a particular connection to youth and a force in the message of intolerance, he re- consistent with a strike action durhamregion.com downfall of Communism. His successor has enormous shoes to fill. spects their right to state that Teachers are not that harms students? Mailing Address message.’ Please explain to me and considering students 130 Commercial Ave., By not qualifying the so- the rest of the public how the LICK AND AY called ‘message of intoler- ETFO benefits anyone, other Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 C S ance’ as Mark Holland’s state- To the editor: than its members. The ETFO ment and/or point of view, the Re: EFTO Durham Presi- website claims your slogan is Publications Mail Sales This Week’s Question: What do you think Pope John author took that statement as dent, Rachel Gencey. “To defend publicly funded Agreement Number 1332791 Paul II’s legacy is? her own. It is stated as fact. It is with dismay that I read public education”, is that what [ Hours ] • Attracting youth to the church I have no idea who the peo- of the stage two strike action to you are doing by this strike - • Reaching out to the world ple are behind the flyers, but take place in Durham Region action? • His role in ending communism I am beginning to see why public schools by the ETFO, I believe that many parents General office: • His stance on human rights they wish to remain anony- including the cancellation of are in favour of legislation Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5p.m. mous. Because they believe student hot dog days, pizza making mandatory media- that changing the definition of days, field trips, fundraising, tion and arbitration the only Distribution: Cast your vote online at marriage will have a negative workshops, committee meet- course of action in these dis- Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. infodurhamregion.com impact on marriage and so- ings, individual education putes. Everyone in this coun- Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. ciety, they have been labelled plans, plus a threat to not try has the right to negotiate [ About Us ] as intolerant by Mr. Holland complete third term report the highest salary and best - Last Week’s Question: Should Ontario, as premier Dalton and the press. Mr. Holland has cards, thus denying students benefits attainable, but no The News Advertiser is one of McGuinty has demanded, receive back at least $5 billion even referred to them as a vital feedback and accolades one should be doing it on the the Metroland Printing, Publishing in taxes from the federal government in transfers? ‘bigot group’ (on his website). they deserve after a term of backs of our children, their and Distributing group of news- According to dictionary. study under your members. learning and happiness. papers. The News Advertiser is a com, bigot is defined as, “One What if I told you that Mike Holden member of the Ajax & Pickering Votes cast: 161 who is strongly partial to one’s your strike action infuriates Ajax Board of Trade, Ontario Commu- Yes: 82% No: 18% nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations I was under the knife one year ago Audit Board. Also a member of the IN THE COMMUNITY Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, Maybe cancer a day of mourning? I don’t an independent organization that know. Like I say, these things addresses reader complaints surgery warrants are tricky. about member newspapers.The a celebration What I do know is that publisher reserves the right to my life was not only saved classify or refuse any advertise- one year ago, but irrevocably ment. Credit for advertisement t’s difficult to believe, but changed. That surgery set in limited to space price error oc- exactly one year ago today, motion a chain of events that cupies. Editorial and Advertising I I was lying on an operating is still active and still trans- content of the News Advertiser is table with a pair of strange Neil forming the way I look at the copyrighted. Unauthorized repro- hands poking around inside world, in a very positive way. duction is prohibited. me. Crone Who could’ve known that I‘d [ Letters Policy ] An hour or so later, I gave enter laughing come out of abdominal sur- - birth to a bouncing baby gery with better eyesight? We welcome letters that include tumor. It’s a momentous an- My friend Ray, who has name, city of residence and phone niversary to be sure, worthy of of us. “I’ll have the stewed been through his own battle numbers for verification. Writers celebration. I’m just not sure prunes and the doctor will with cancer and was always are generally limited to 200 words how one goes about that. have the Jello... and a bottle there for me throughout my and one submission in 30 days. We What exactly is the one-year of your best flat ginger ale as adventure, once told me that decline announcements, poetry, tumor anniversary? Paper? well.” he and his wife made a point open letters, consumer com- Saline? Plasma? I wonder how my wife will of celebrating everything plaints, congratulations and thank And more importantly, take it when I tell her “Sorry along the cancer journey. you notes. The editor reserves the what exactly should I do to honey, those flowers are for They celebrated getting out of right to edit copy for length, style celebrate it? As the Wicked Dr. Stewart.” the hospital, the first finished and clarity. Opinions expressed by Witch of the East was so fond Seriously though, it does week of chemo, the second of saying “These things need feel like something should finished week of chemo, the letter writers are not necessarily to be handled delicately.” be done. I’m alive thanks to end of chemo, the last needle those of the News Advertiser. Due My first thought is that it that surgery. We go to a lot of etc., etc. to the volume of letters, not all will 100 years young should be a very personal trouble and expense to cel- I think that’s a good way to be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e- time between my surgeon and ebrate other events not nearly go through life. mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only Isabelle Beverley, who celebrated her 100th birthday on March 24, me. I mean I don’t know how so worthy. Grey Cup parties, I think we could all stand to those whose submissions have enjoyed a visit from her daughter June Troy, left, and granddaughter much more intimate you can Halloween parties, Pancake celebrate a lot more and a lot Christine Sills. As well, members of the Durham Full Gospel Church get with a person than actu- Tuesday. Pretty diluted fare. better. We need to stop and been chosen for publication. visited. At the time Mrs. Beverley was a patient in the medical unit at ally having your hands inside How come we don’t hear recognize milestones, howev- [ Proud Members Of ] Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. She and her daughter June them. Do you think handling about kidney transplant par- er small. Make speeches, blow - live in Whitby and Christine lives in Cobourg. somebody’s colon counts as ties, Bypass Day or Shunt out candles, raise glasses. We getting to first base? Again, Wednesday? need to keep reminding our- I’m unsure. This is new terri- I can personally think of selves that we’re winning, Do you have a photo to share with our readers? tory. a couple of good reasons to we’re still here. And if that If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share Anyway, I picture the two of roll out the barrel on “Implant isn’t worth celebrating, I don’t with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a us having a romantic dinner Day.” know what is. written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. in the hospital cafeteria, the And can you imagine how ONTARIO PRESS COUNCIL 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken place where we first met, star- busy men’s calendars would Neil Crone, actor-comic- to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, ing happily into one another’s be if we celebrated Circumci- writer, saves some of his best e-mail photos to [email protected]. eyes as I order for the two sion Day? 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Special Olympic Charity Hockey Game

On Sunday, April 10, 2005. Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering, Ontario.

Tickets only $5.00 at any of your Municipal points of sale, at the door or contact APTA at 905.683.4111.

Come and see your favourite Driver play or come for the fun skate with the Special Olympic Athletes! Help us support this worthy cause.

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INSIDE MEMBERSHIPS Mon.-Thurs...... $375 Three Ajax and Pickering players are set to Mon. - Fri...... $405 Full 7 days ...... $945 help the Don Mills Flyers at the Telus Cup Couples ...... $1645 GOLF TOURNAMENTS & DINNER PACKAGE national midget showcase in Quebec. Page 9. Includes Delux Buffet PORTSsportsdurhamregion.com Weekdays ...... $54 S Weekends ...... $5950 Plus PST, GST & TIP CHURCH ST. AT BAYLY 905-683-3210 Sports briefs On the run for Boston Marathon APRIL 6, 2005 Pickering firefighter [ Hockey ] tackling venerable event Panthers hand By Al Rivett out hardware Sports Editor PICKERING — Just to ensure there’s PICKERING — Pickering Panthers’ nothing unexpected in the two weeks netminder Ryan Daniels and defence- leading up to the Boston Marathon, man Kyle Roulston were the big winners Patrick Sheridan has taken a number at the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ of precautions. Hockey League club’s annual awards “I wash my hands all the time to banquet on Sunday. make sure I don’t catch a cold,” ad- Daniels was named as the Panthers’ mits Sheridan, an 11-year Pickering 3 Star Award winner for the player cho- firefighter, who adds he’s extra careful sen as one of the when negotiating stairs — all so his game’s three stars dreams of running in the venerable most often this sea- son. As well, he was 109-year-old marathon don’t take a named the rookie fall. of the year. The 35-year-old Pickering resident’s Meanwhile, Roulston was the Brad awed by the magnitude and popular- Shearer Award recipient for the player ity of North America’s oldest continu- who best exemplifies leadership. Also, ous marathon and can’t wait to be one he earned the nod as the club’s top de- of more than 20,000 who’ll be on the fenceman. starting line in Beantown on April 18. Derek Lynden won the top scorer “Because it’s the oldest and most fa- award as the leading point getter with mous marathon, I’m just going to take the Panthers. in the spectacle of it. Every runner Jeff Birr was honoured as the club’s had to qualify to be there, so everyone most valuable player in the playoffs. around me is among the best mara- Presentations were made to players who won’t be returning next year. These thoners in North America, I’m sure presentations were made to overage it’s going to be quite the sight,” says defenceman Mike Rapson, Daniels, who Sheridan, taking a few minutes for an will play for the Ontario Hockey League’s interview at Pickering Fire Hall 5 near Saginaw Spirit next year, and three play- Brock Road and Bayly Street. ers who earned U.S. collegiate hockey Sheridan’s a latecomer to long-dis- scholarships: defenceman Danny Sul- tance running, catching the bug five livan (Niagara University), Kyle Roulston years ago and following in the foot- (Hamilton College), and Jeff Birr (Lake steps of several family members, in- Forest College). cluding an aunt and a cousin, who’ve The Panthers’ annual rookie camp run the Boston Marathon before. He for the 2005-06 season starts at the notes it was at the urging of a fellow Pickering Recreation Complex on April 25. firefighter that set his sights on quali- Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo General manager Frank Robinson fying for Boston. Pickering firefighter Patrick Sheridan will be among the 20,000 on the starting line for the 109th running of the Boston Marathon later this month. It’s the first time the 35-year-old Pickering resident will attempt to complete the gruelling historic course. He’ll be and head coach John Winder will con- “I just wanted to see what it was all following in the footsteps of two family members who’ve run the venerable marathon race. firm their staff for next season shortly. about,” he says. The Boston event marks his third full marathon. His second — the Wa- After taking a couple of weeks off of the course nicknamed ‘Heartbreak nancial support from the Pickering [ Ball hockey ] terfront Marathon in Toronto last after the Toronto event, Sheridan has Hill’. Professional Firefighters Association September — was used as a qualify- been training full-time, six days a “A number of people hit the wall to enable him to go to Boston, not to Tournament aims ing event for Boston. There, he ran week, in preparation for his Boston there,” says Sheridan. mention the moral support of his fi- in three hours and 13 minutes, just debut. He’s trained on every conceiv- Asked if he’ll be able to finish the ance, Lorie Pino, who he’ll marry in to shoot for a cure ahead of the qualifying standard of able terrain. 42.2.-kilometre (26.2-mile) course, September. 3:15. “One day I run over hills, one day is Sheridan is adamant he’ll complete “She’s been awesome. The impact AJAX — Get your team together Sheridan notes it’s the challenge for speed work and on another day I the race. (training) has had on our social life is for a shot at helping to cure breast can- to mind and body that has kept him do a long run every Sunday from 25 to “I’ll crawl across the finish line if I huge. I have to schedule it into my day cer. involved in marathons. 35 kilometres. I mainly go outside un- have to, not that I’ll have to. I’m ready,” six days a week.” Deanna Hackney and Tim Stewart of “You can’t just go and do it. It is a less the weather’s bad, so sometimes I he says. Sheridan says he likely won’t com- Ajax are organizing a ball hockey tourna- real challenge mentally and physical- use a treadmill.” Although it’s a solitary sport, and pete beyond the Boston Marathon this ment to raise money for the Canadian ly, at least as much mental because, at The work on hills, he says, is in he does all of his training on his own, year, owing to his fall wedding. He is, Breast Cancer Foundation. the 30-kilometre range, you get tired preparation for the last part of the Sheridan says he’s received lots of en- however, considering competing at an The tournament is Saturday, May 14 at the Ajax Community Centre, with and your brain starts asking questions Boston Marathon where runners tack- couragement and support in the lead- event in Washington, D.C. in Novem- spots available for eight teams of six like ‘Why am I doing this’?” he laughs. le an especially difficult uphill section up to the marathon. He’s received fi- ber. players. The cost is $60 per team, which includes a barbecue lunch. “It’s for a great cause and you get to play a fun game and eat a great lunch,” says Hackney. To register or for more information, Curling, cultures mix during youth exchange call Deanna Hackney at 905-683-8306, e- mail her at [email protected], or call Halifax kids get an Thursday. Meanwhile, the Ajacians Tim Stewart at 905-426-4974, or e-mail will travel to Halifax on April 15, re- [email protected]. unexpected surprise turning April 22. during tower visit What the exchange is not about is [ Ringette] competition, notes Beale. “There’s no competition; it’s all By Al Rivett about fun and friendship,” he says. Silver lining Sports Editor Bainard explains that the exchange to season for AJAX — Thrills and adventure on a happened almost by fluke as, a year curling exchange? ago, Dave Hutchison, of the Ontario Pickering petites That’s just what a group of 21 kids Curling Association and an Annan- ages 11 to 17 years old from Halifax’s dale curler, fielded a call from an of- PICKERING — The Pickering Power Mayflower Curling Club got while on ficial at the Mayflower Curling Club, CIBC petite ringette team fell one win an exchange with youth members asking for help in finding a club that short of capturing the Ontario Central from the Annandale Golf and Curling would be interested in a youth ex- Region Ringette title after a tough loss to Whitby. Club in Ajax this week. change. Hutchison recommended With only 20 seconds remaining in The adventure, it should be noted, the Ajax-based club, and the details the contest, Whitby scored the game didn’t happen on the pebbled An- eventually fell into place. winner for a 3-2 victory, giving Pickering nandale ice. But, rather, it was on a Bainard noted all 21 kids from Hal- the regional silver medal in the game tour of the Toronto landmark, the ifax are billeted with the families of played in Pickering last weekend. CN Tower this past Sunday. While at Ajax curlers; in return, the Ajax curl- With the silver, the Pickering petites the top of the tower, a power outage ers will be staying at the homes of the capped a solid 2004-05 ringette season, prevented the entourage from re- Halifax youth during their stay. posting a 7-1 record and finishing first in turning to terra firma for more than Diane Fujita, whose daughter Mi- their division. The team also competed 90 minutes. Authorities at the tower chele is taking part in the exchange, in five tournaments, earning medals in decided to clear the area by allowing says the youth from both communi- all except one. everyone to use the staircase. ties have been exchanging e-mails Team members are Bethany Porter, Michelle McPherson, Lindsey Shaver, Sa- “They didn’t want us to go down and instant messages for several mantha Rogers, Kaitlin Brown, Christie the stairs,” says Leslie Bainard, the months leading up to the exchange. Fregona, Jackie McCuaig, Emily Jesson, Annandale co-ordinator whose sons, So, when the Halifax youth got off the Emily Cardy, Rachel Jewson and Jessica Lorne and Mark, are taking part in bus on Friday, it was like they were Brown. the event. “The kids were excited old friends. Randy Jewson, Ken Jesson, Jeff about going down the stairs.” “They’ve bonded very well,” says Brown and Melissa Shaver coach the Just when the entourage was set to Fujita. “Once they walked in, they team. embark on their downward journey, were friends within seconds.” the power returned. The 21 Ajax youth headed to Hali- [ Curling] “When the lights came on, they fax will receive a special treat at the halted us and got everyone into the Katie McCarten/ News Advertiser photo Halifax curling club. There, they will elevators,” says Bainard. Corey Waters, of Pickering, shows his team spirit by dressing up in ‘Braveheart’ garb be feted with a curling clinic, featur- DO’C girls drop during the youth cultural exchange between members of the Annandale Curling Club Danielle Parsons, 15, of Halifax, ing guest instructors Colleen Jones and those from the Mayflower Curling Club in Halifax. The Maritime visitors leave first draw at OFSAA noted using the tower stairs would Thursday. The Ajax curlers go to Halifax for the second leg of the exchange on April 15. and Mark Dacey, both members of have added to the already fun time of the Mayflower club. AJAX — having an extended stay at the top of They’ll also be taken on tours of The Archbishop Denis Toronto. MuchMusic. friendship and better understanding the Lunenburg Fishermen’s Museum O’Connor Catholic High School varsity girls’ curling team lost its opening draw at the “Yeah, I was kind of looking for- The exchange — the first of its kind among the youth of Canada,” says and a navy ship tour at the Maritime provincial high school playdowns in Tim- ward to it,” says Parsons, taking a for a curling group in Canada — is Richard Beale, the finance co-ordi- Museum of the Atlantic. mins. short break from a fun bonspiel or- administered through Canada Sport nator from the exchange program, Ajax curler Sandy Martin, 14, says The DO’C entry, skipped by Tracy ganized on Monday morning for the Friendship Exchange Programs, who was overseeing the Ajax leg of he’s eager to go to Halifax and con- O’Leary, was beaten by St. Mary’s Catholic Halifax and Ajax curlers. which receives its funding through the exchange. tinue his friendship with Halifax High School of Brockville 7-3 in their first Besides the CN Tower adventure, Heritage Canada. The aim of the Toward that end, the program pro- teen, Mitchell Cahill, who’s been bil- game on Tuesday afternoon. The Ajax the Halifax curlers toured a number group is to bring youth from dispa- vides air transportation for both legs leted at the Martin home. team played Tuesday night, with the result of other Toronto tourist destinations, rate regions of the country together of the exchange through the program. “I’m looking forward to going to unavailable at press time. including the Royal Ontario Muse- through sport. The Haligonians arrived Friday, April the other side of the country where Pool play continues today (Wednes- um, the Ontario Science Centre and “It’s a cultural exchange to provide 1 and will return to the Maritimes on I’ve never been before,” he says. day). A/P PAGE 9 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ APRIL 6, 2005 Local players help Don Mills go for national midget glory

Dawe, Tamane and and playoff champions, which earned them the right to compete in Wetering form potent the Ontario Regional Midget ‘AAA’ forward line for Flyers Championships at the Herb Carn- egie Centennial Arena in North York on April 3. DURHAM — Three local hockey At the championships, the Fly- players hope to provide the spark ers won all six of their round-robin that carries a Toronto minor hockey games against teams from Glouces- team to a national championship in ter, Nepean, London, Markham, Quebec later this month. Sault Ste. Marie and the host Toronto Ryan Dawe, from Ajax, and Brent Jr. Canadiens. Tamane and Kyle Wetering, of Pick- The Flyers then defeated Glouces- ering, are an important trio in the ter in the semifinal by a score of 3- Don Mills Flyers ‘AAA’ plans to cap- 1. They completed the tournament ture the Telus Cup at the Canadian sweep, winning all eight of their National Midget Hockey Champion- games, by defeating the Soo North ship in Gatineau, Quebec from April Stars by a score of 5-2 in the champi- 18 to 25. onship game. In fact, Dawe, Tamane and Weter- Tamane and Wetering contributed Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo ing form a forward line appropri- two goals each in the championship ately named the ‘A-P line’ by their game, while Dawe watched from the teammates as they’re from Ajax and sidelines nursing an injury. Award-winning skaters Pickering. The trio form a high-scor- At the Telus Cup, Don Mills will AJAX — The Ajax Skating Club held its annual awards ceremony at the Ajax Community Centre on Saturday. Winners were front, ing combination on a Don Mills face the Quebec, Atlantic, Western from left, Sarah Heydon, intermediate all-round skater; Jessica Smart, Spirit of Skating Award; Robert Chee, Canskater of the Year; team that’s recognized for its potent and Pacific Region champions as Rebecca Klotz, Spirit of Skating award; Shannon Buckingham, gold free skate medallist, Starskater of the year. In back are, Cristin offensive attack. well as the host team. Neville, senior all-round skater; Kylie Bracken, gold dance medallist; Madison Horvath, program assistant of the year; Julia Moote, The Flyers were the Greater To- The championship game will be junior all-round skater; and Danielle Vincent, gold dance and gold skills medallist. ronto Hockey League (GTHL) league televised on TSN. Fe licien to

JOIN THE MVP CLUB TO WIN! See Our Website for Details donate shoes Play Now! Pay Later! The Ajax Minor Hockey Association in conjunction with the Pickering Hockey Association and the Ajax/Pickering Raiders Association are pleased to announce they have been jointly awarded the right to host to Toronto three Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) Championship Tournaments during the weekend of track cause APRIL 8th - 10th, 2005 The AMHA will host the Juvenile AAA/AA and Peewee AA Teams. The Ajax/Pickering Raiders will host the Atom AAA tournament in PICKERING — Pickering Olympian Pickering. Perdita Felicien will turn in her shoes for a good cause today (Wednesday). COME SUPPORT, & CHEER ON 95 Champions from the Ontario Minor Hockey Association, the Greater $ The two-time world hurdles cham- Toronto Hockey League, the Northern Hockey Association and the 59 95 pion will join Toronto Argos quarter- Alliance Hockey Association. Pulsado II Beckham Jr $ back Damon Allen at a kickoff event Over 250 athletes will be traveling here from as far away as the On- 16 at a Toronto nightclub for an athletic tario/Manitoba border along with family and friends to compete to shoe maker, who will partner with the be crowned the OHF champions for 2005. Tiempo The Board of Directors for the Associations have had enormous help Shield Yth City of Toronto in a new state-of-the- from the parents on each of the teams. art multi-sport complex, with a track Anyone in the community that would be interested in helping 95 surface made entirely of recycled run- in any way with sponsorship, fundraising or support are $ ning shoes. welcome to contact the AMHA at 905-683-8281. 69 Felicien and Allen will donate the first shoes to the recycling project. Pulsado II Trex Womens Scoreboard Todd Lawson APRIL 6, 2005 Goalie School

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTinfodurhamregion.com To be or not to be Hamlet, is Rally’s question

Durham Shoestring He also doesn’t like the apartment his real estate agent has found him. production is not It once was Barrymore’s and is “so Shakespearean at all elaborate and much like a theatre set, very old and Victorian.” His agent thinks the apartment and By Christy Chase the play are perfect for Andrew. She’s Staff Editor “looking for the next John Barrymore” DURHAM — In Durham Shoestring and once had an affair with him, Abra- Performers’ new production, ‘I Hate ham said. Hamlet’, there’s no sign of the melan- Andrew is played by Kevin Horton, a choly Dane although there is a ghost. Toronto resident who’s appeared sev- It’s not the spirit of Hamlet’s mur- eral times with DSP over the last three dered father, though. It’s the ghost of years. venerable actor John Barrymore who Lillian Troy, the acting agent, is haunts his old apartment in New York. played by veteran actor and director There the spirited actor spends his Judith Edmondson, of Oshawa. time urging the protagonist, Andrew The inebriated spirit of Barrymore Rally, famous TV star now out of work, is played Rick Kerr, another Oshawa to take on the role of Hamlet in a the- resident who has an extensive acting atre production. record in Durham Region and be- “It’s not a farce on Hamlet,” said yond. director Ramona Abraham. “It’s a Felicia Dantine, the real estate agent, comedy centred around an actor and is Whitby’s Tracy Rankin, a profes- his journey through acting and his sional actor appearing courtesy of the growth. He hates Hamlet. He didn’t Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. want to be Hamlet. He has to play Andrew’s girlfriend, Deirdre McDavey Hamlet because the ghost won’t go is played by Julie Shilhan, of Whitby, away unless he plays Hamlet. He’s in a and a newcomer to the stage. dilemma. It’s a funny play.” “This is her debut,” said Abraham. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Andrew is “basically the straight guy “She’s doing great. She’s starting to Kevin Horton, left, plays Andrew and Rick Kerr plays John Barrymore in The Durham Shoestring Performers new show, ‘I Hate Ham- of the play,” Abraham said. enjoy it. She’s come a long way since let’ which opens Friday. All the other characters around him, she started. We’re really proud of her.” ghost included, are a little bit crazy, Gary Lefkowitz, Andrew’s former comedy and is set in Andrew’s haunt- “They all really seem to enjoy the Street, behind City Hall in downtown she added. director from LA, is played by Mur- ed apartment. There’s no Shakespeare, play in terms of its comedic aspects. Oshawa. Andrew came to New York from ray Twist, a Bowmanville resident no production of Hamlet, Abraham They’re really becoming part of their “I hope the audiences enjoy it as Los Angeles where he’d starred in a and high school teacher in Courtice. said. characters. They’re feeling ‘This is much as we are enjoying it ourselves,” medical show for years, until it was Lefkowitz is trying to persuade An- She added she’s enjoying working who I’m meant to be.’ They are just Abraham said. cancelled. Out of work, he decides to drew to return to LA to do a new TV with a cast made up of experienced playing it to the hilt. Tickets are $10 each and are avail- head for New York and the theatre and show. and young actors. She and the actors are looking for- able at the United Way Information is cast as Hamlet. In order to get the “He’s very much the devil on the “It’s fantastic. You get the different ward to presenting the play to audi- kiosk in the Oshawa Centre, through part he doesn’t want, he had to audi- shoulder,” Abraham said. levels of experience. Everyone adds ences, on April 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 and 16 email at [email protected] tion five times, Abraham said. The play has action, romance and something to everyone else,” she said. at the Arts Resource Centre, on Queen or by calling 905-434-INFO. Barbershoppers are heading to Pickering woman offers look at life’s Ajax for a special night of song lessons in soon to be published book Riptide headlines take the top spot in this year’s interna- tional quartet competition. The quar- April 30 concert tet placed third last year. This will be Her story, ‘Being Sam, Riptide’s first Canadian appearance, DURHAM — Friends in Harmony, although the bass, Dr. Jeff Selano, used No Matter What’ deals this year’s concert by the Oshawa to direct the Oshawa chapter. with making choices Horseless Carriagemen, will be held Another guest is the Barrie Huronia April 30 in a new location. Sound Waves, a Sweet Adeline chorus The 56th annual concert by Durham of more than 50 women. By Joshua May Region’s barbershopper chorus, will Rounding out the program are the Special to the News Advertiser be held at Carruthers Creek Church Coronation Public School choirs and PICKERING — No matter what, auditorium, 599 Bayly St., Ajax, at 1:30 the Horseless Carriagemen chorus and Marta Tandori is on the road to a and 8 p.m. quartets. dream. Top billing goes to Riptide, an Atlan- Tickets and ticket prices are avail- A Pickering resident for nearly 15 ta, Georgia, quartet that’s expected to able by calling 905-623-7405. years, Tandori is on the verge of pub- lishing her first book, ‘Being Sam, No Matter What.’ She has fantasized of writing ever since her days as an actor in New York City. Registered Charities “I love the freedom of creating a life through print,” said Tandori. “When Not-for-Profi ts I studied acting in Manhattan, I real- ized it just wasn’t my suit. I wanted to make a life rather than act one out on stage. 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From (416)892-8864 $700/mo inclusive. First/last, refer- WHITBY, bright 3-bdrm mainfloor, Dr., 3-bedroom bungalow, 4 appli- Buggy and car wrenches, pharmaceutical bottles, 1960's plus open clerical, bright space in ences. No dogs. (905)683-0799 only $750/mo. Call (905)723-0977. 4 appliances, parking & garage, ances, finished bsmt., w/3pc. hockey game, milk bottles, Edwardian mirror, hanging newly renovated building, $12/sq. close to schools, shopping, bath/laundry, $1350/mo. + util. 1 BEDROOM Basement apart- OSHAWA, 1-bedroom self-con- lamps, Orange Lodge banner and badges, quantity of ster- ft. net. Randolph Lengauer, Sutton ment (Whitby). Separate entrance, AJAX, 1-bedroom basement $1100/mo + 1/2 utilities. Avail. im- Available May 1st. (905)831-2210 Status Realty 905-259-2020. apartment, newly renovated. Avail- tained, upper floor of bungalow. mediately. Call Mike days 905- ling silver including 8 place setting of 1920s Birks sterling, parking, laundry. Non smok- freshly painted, $700/mo. heat, er/drinker. Suites Professional. able immediately. Separate en- 427-4077 ext. 24, evenings/week- PICKERING, Liverpool/#2, 3 bed- 19th Century prints, 1852 Ontario County maps, paintings trance. $600, includes laundry, water, laundry, parking, storage- ends. 905-442-0020. by Harold Lawes, Lake Catherine 1890 (mint), portrait of Near all amenities. $600/mo. room (in bsmt. 10x8ft.) Clyde, room, big yard, no pets. $1175 First/last. Call 905-999-3242. cable, parking. Close to amen- plus utilities. References, first/last. Scottish lady and dog (1860 R. Angus), architectural draw- ities. First/last. (416)668-3721 (416)438-0424 WHITBY, Bright 3-bdrm mainfloor, Call (905)839-2923 5 appliances, parking, close to ing (Benjamin Sattin), Thomas Harrison Wilkinson water 1 BEDROOM basement apart- colour, Canadian artist painting "Woods in the Muskokas", BEAUTIFUL SALON/SPA for sale ment, walk-out. Nice, clean. New AJAX, 2-bdrm bsmt. Quiet resi- OSHAWA, SPACIOUS 2 bedroom schools, shopping, $1100/mo + 1/2 apartment in duplex with yard.,two SIMCOE/TAUNTON- newer home, Limoges, Ainsley, Coalport, Royal Bayreuth, RS Germany, /lease. Multi-level fully furnished, kitchen, full bath, Available dential street. Private entrance, 5 utilities. Available May 1st. Call 4-bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laun- THE BEST fully equipped, modern decor, immediately. $800/inclusive. Call appliances, suitable for a single parking spots, living room dining Richard Days 416-865-7864 Bavarian, 8 place setting Royal Winton, Limoges dessert room kitchen, close to all amen- dry, air con., 2-car parking, near Great all inclusive rent. Turn-key (905)839-0315, (905)213-6078. couple or female. No smok- Eve/wknds 905-686-9662 College, buses, shopping. Avail. set, Rosenthal teapot, 7 place setting Pareek, pink depres- opportunities. Asking $29,900. ing/pets. Avail. immediately. ities, $975. all inclusive. (905) 728- 1963. WHITBY, furnished 1-bedroom immediately. $1350+util/month, sion, pink and clear cornflower, hen on nest, silver overlay, MORTGAGE John (289)314-0671. 1-BDRM APT., Central Oshawa, $975/mo inclusive. 905-428-0396 first/last, references. Certified parking, private entrance, gas fire- basement bachelor apt. Separate Royal Daultons (HN1934, HN2264, HN2109, HN1978, CHIP TRUCK, 24', 1972 Winnaba- OSHAWA-1-bedroom basement, entrance. $650/month inclusive, cheque. Cindy (905)839-1615, HN2267), plus many other quality pieces from this Estate. IS NO MORTGAGE place, $750/mo inclusive. Avail. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS. Spa- 289-314-2893. go, 3 double fryers, grill, steam ta- May lst. No dogs. First/last. cious apartments, quiet bldg, close separate entrance, 1-parking, all first/last. Non smoker. Available Terms: are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on ble, 2 stainless fridges, freezer, (905)213-6593 to shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bdrms inclusive, May 1, first/last referenc- immediately (905)665-7246. day of sale. everything you need and them es, $650/mo. no pets, smoking, SOUTH Ajax main floor, 3-bdrm, AT ALL. $979, available April/May 1st. hardwood, kitchen appliances, some. (905)579-1053 after 6. 1-BDRM BSMT APT, Central (905)683-8571 or 905-683-5322 call 9am-9pm.(905)723-7242. WHITBY, McQuay/Bonacord. 1- SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY bedroom walk-out basement, gas shared laundry, 2-car parking, Oshawa, no parking, avail. May fenced, no smoking/dogs. OSHAWA - 4 bay automotive re- 1st, $495/mo inclusive, laundry, APRIL 15TH, $1100 inclusive PARK/GIBB, one & two bedroom f/p, parking, shared laundry, no NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. pair garage for sale. Includes clean 2-bedroom North Oshawa. apartments, convenient location, smoking/pets. $900/month, Avail. $1150+60% utilities May 1. separate entrance, clean, quiet, no (905)619-0833 905-985-1068 building, business, and equipment smoking/pets. First/last. (905)884- $850, 2-BEDROOM plus electric. available immediately. References. immediately. Call (905)430-2635 and 3 bedroom home. Excellent Great backyard and parking, 905- 1st/last required. $630 & $750 plus after 5pm 6922 UXBRIDGE - 2400sq.ft, 3-bed- CALL 1-800 ING DIRECT well-established business. Owner 718-7832 hydro. (416)725-3323. has other business interests. Ask- 1-BDRM main floor Oshawa apt. WHITBY. Newly renovated 1-bed- room, 3-bath, finished basement, ESTATE AUCTION please refer to cp ing $599,900. Bruce Baird Century Avail. immediately. Must be a non- AVAILABLE NOW! Ajax - Large 2 PICKERING - Newly renovated, room basement apartment. Sep- appliances, 1/2 acre backing to 21 Infinity, 905-579-7339. smoker, clean & quiet person, no bedroom, eat in kitchen, liv/dining, bsmnt. apt. Separate entrance. arate entrance, laundry, near GO forest. $1700.00 plus utilities. April Stapleton Auctions, Newtonville pets. Cable, parking. $750/mo in- ground floor, newly renovated, Utilities included. Available May 1. Bus. No smoking/pets, A/C. 1st. Evening 905-852-1353 leave April 8th, 5:00 p.m. PARTNER REQUIRED. Commer- clusive. (905)431-9397 separate entrance. In a clean 12 905-837-5531. $700/month includes utilities. message . cial cleaning company. East end. plex newly renovated from $895. First/last Immediate. (905)728- Selling the content from a Port Hope and Ajax $5K per month plus profits. Invest- 1-BEDROOM & 3-BEDROOM (905) 922-0252 or (905) 686-0470. PICKERING - Whites/401, wel- 7578. WALK-OUT 2 bedroom basement home. 5 dining room tables and chairs - cherry (Pickering). Big kitchen. Big living SPECIALTY Sporting goods store THE WING SHACK - Whitby & ment required. $12K. 1-888-740- apartments for rent, 119 Durham come home, your one bedroom in Ajax is looking for energetic, 1113. St., close to Oshawa Centre. Call BASEMENT APARTMENT - New basement apartment includes sep- area. 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Te lephone (905) 837-0227 (905)837-2505 or (647)293-2505. chairs, blue patio table 4 chairs, harvest table, Evenings and weekends are req'd. Bayly St. W., Ajax. A-ABA-DABA-DO Email resume to: sfsajax@rog- South Oshawa. Lots of parking, ing, available immediately. Sim- Call 416-271-8161. china cabinet, cabinet, 6 pressback chairs, 6 ers.com or Fax to: 905-683-2505. close to 401 and bus stop. Will coe/ Rossland area. $750. PICKERING - Whites/Highview NOBODY NEEDS WHITBY - 4 bdrm. house with oak chairs, chest, single poster bed, old ward- work for you. Call 905-666-4670 First/last. No dogs. (905)435-0551 BAYLY/HARWOOD, 1-bdrm self Large 2 bed. basement. apt. $500 TO RENT laundry, $1400/mo. & 1 BDRM. robe, entertainment unit, occasional chairs, re- for more into. Available immediate- contained basement, 1-parking. monthly, available immediately. If you're paying $750+/mo APT., $725/mo. Both avail. imme- ly. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., No smoking, clean, quiet. Laundry Near all amenities, no pets/smok- you CAN OWN - diately. No pets/smokers, first/last, cliner, occasional tables, pattern carpet 10 x 8, recently renovated, clean, quiet, facilities . $650/mo. + 1/3 Hydro. ing. sep.entrance, parking. 905- references. 905-655-8648. china, glass, war medals, fridge, stove washer, 3-BDRM BUNGALOW, $205,500. SALES, Advanced Commissions. utilities and parking included. Call (905)683-7532. 420-9591 LET ME SHOW YOU! Wilson/Adelaide, Oshawa. 1-1/2 Work from home, F/T, P/T. No Available May 1st. $750/month. No Down Payment!! WHITBY, 2 yr. old. 3 bedroom dryer, two roto tillers, cement mixer, table DIVERSIFIED GAS FIREPLACE bathrooms, fenced yard, renovated Competition! Established NYSE Call (905)831-9486 BEAUTIFUL SPACIOUS 1 & 2 PICKERING Finch/Rosebank Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, 2-storey, appliances, garage, saw, etc. etc. Preview after 2 p.m. Check Retail store located in Oshawa has large eat-in kitchen, large finished Company. JoAnne, 905-433-1046. bedroom apts., with balconies Stunning 2-bdrm walkout base- Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. 2-parking, no basement, April 1st. website for updates, note the new date and a Full-time position available. Ap- bsmt w/wetbar. Close to schools 1011 SIMCOE ST. N., Oshawa - avail,. in clean, quiet, apt building. ment apt. 1350 sq. ft., gas fire- $1500/mo. First/last/references. plicant must have good customer (905)576-1957 TIRED OF YOUR DEAD END Large 3 bedroom town home $725 & $875. call 905-721-0831 place, all inclusive $1000/month. (905)728-9414 or (905)434-8614 after 5 p.m. time. Terms: Cash, approved cheque, visa, in- service, self-motivation, organiza- JOB? Want more Money & Free- suites with full basements, avail- Available May 1st. (905)839-2022. teract, master card. BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - 1-877-663-1054 tional and computer skills. Appli- AJAX Beaches - Bright 3 bed- dom? Create your Ultimate Life- able for rent. Private fenced yards WHITBY, 3-bedroom semi de- AUCTIONEERS cant must be able to work Satur- style! $150K+/-yr earning potential! with mature trees. Close to all Conveniently located near No Frills PICKERING VILLAGE - executive [email protected] room bungalow. Country living. /401. 2-bedrooms, $745 + hydro tached, Dunlop/Annes St., large FRANK AND STEVE STAPLETON, days. Call for appointment 905- Large yard. Fireplace. Steps to CALL 1-877-599-4911 NOW! amenities. $999.00 per month. soundproof basement, 1200-sqr- yard, utilities,appliances included, 571-7244 or fax resume 905-571- One month free! Call (905)579- ($50/mo). Available immediately. feet,1-bdroom+den, ac/cable/park- 1 AAABSOLUTELY FABULOUS NEWTONVILLE lake. $1250/mo. +util. Please call First/last, 1-parking. Immaculate, shared laundry, no smoking, May 4212. (416)984-4021. 7649 for an appointment. ing, own laundry separate en- Burns/Thickson, Whitby beautiful 1, $1250 per month.(905)430-2925 (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 well-maintained, bright. Laundry, trance, $980 inclusive, no smoking 3-bdrm home, 2-fireplaces, bay 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- small building. Bus-stop at door. 416-561-8656 Avail May 1 windows, newly decorated, all ap- www.stapletonauctions.com AJAX OPEN HOUSE, 97 Rollo Dr, ment Olive/Wilson, well main- No pets. 905-668-1946. WHITBY- Executive home, main 'estate specialists since 1971' Ajax. April 9,10,16,17, 12:00-4:00. pliances incl. $1500+utilities, avail. and upper floors, 5 bed., 3 wash- WINDOWS AND DOORS. tained, close to all amenities, with PICKERING Whites/401, one bed- immediately. Call 905-427-5128. 4-bdrm, 4-bath, 2 fireplaces. Cus- all utilities. Available immediately. rooms, familyroom, main floor Leading manufacturer in the room basement apt, sep entrance, laundry, garage, $1650/INCLU- tom open-concept basement replacement window, door and Call Robert, 416-402-3435. parking, laundry $650. No smok- 1-BDRM, PICKERING, Dix- DENTAL ASSISTANT needed for w/oak bar. New carpet, hardwood, BLUEWATER SIVE. May 1st. Todd 905-666- siding industry is offering an PARK WHITBY ing/pets 416-428-8607 ie/Hwy2. Clean, bright, spacious 1189 Oshawa office, part/full time, some ceramic. Greenbelt, inground pool, exclusive branch owner 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT, bsmt. Living/dining, 3pc bath, c/a, evenings. Fax resume to 905-619- hot-tub, cabana, new patio. Count- opportunity in Durham. High Oshawa. Newly renovated, clean/ 1 & 2 Bedrooms. PICKERING, BRAND new 2 private entrance. Near 6781 less upgrades/custom features. income potential. Experience bright / quiet, includes heat, hydro, bedroom basement apartment, 401/shops/bus/GO. Utilities, park- $415,000. Bev 647-298-5137 Please call Mon-Fri. required. Join a winning team with water, parking, shared laundry. No 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. separate entrance, 1 car parking, ing, laundry. No smoking/pets. DENTAL HYGIENIST for busy over 30 established locations. Call smoking/pets. $795/mo. immedi- $875 no pets/smoking. laundry ne- References. First/last. 416-898- east Markham office. Experienced UNIQUE STYLE town/semi, 3 1-888-738-0738 ext 228. ate. (905)434-7899 905-571-3522 gotiable. Available now. (905)831- 6312 AJAX - HARWOOD/HWY 2 new preferred. 1-2 days per week. Fax bedrooms, jacuzzi, w/out base- www.fmwindows.com Shelter Canadian 1555. short resume to (905) 294-5324. ment, 1160 sq. ft., one-year, 82 2 BEDROOM, in older Oshawa 1010 DUNDAS ST., Whitby, 2- spacious townhome, 3 1/2 baths, 5 Kirkland Pl., (Taunton, west of neighbourhood, Masson St., full Properties Ltd. PICKERING, 1-BDRM basement, bdrm house, $850/mo inclusive. appliances, garage, no pets, non 2nd floor. No smoking/pets, avail. smoker, seconds from amenities, DENTAL receptionist required for Brock), Whitby. Asking $229,000. bright, clean, cozy, separate en- First/last req'd. Avail. immediately. (416)709-8142 immediately, parking, $900/mo. trance, 4-appliances, a/c, parking, Call Aileen 905-666-9321 $l,500 plus .available immediately. maternity leave, Ajax. 3 days, 1 plus utilities. (905)728-1170. BOND ST. APTS.-1-bdrm $680, 647-299-2264. evening. Start immediately. Mini- bachelor $490. Avail May 1st. $795/mo inclusive, avail immedi- $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ ately. No smoking/pets. First/last. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, mum 2 years DENTAL reception 2 BEDROOM, LARGE, CLEAN, clean, bright, private, safe neigh- BRAND NEW end unit townhouse. - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- bourhood. Close to shopping, bus, 905-839-0098 Oshawa, 4 appliances, freshly experience. Dental assisting expe- main floor apt. Excellent area, near painted, hardwood floor, $1150 Brock Woodlands Whitby. 3-bed- rience an asset. Carolyn (905)428- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or laundry. 905-438-0558. call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Oshawa hospital. Eat-in kitchen, PICKERING, Bright, 1 bedroom plus utilities. Available June 1st. rooms, 3-baths, central air. May 1215, fax resume 905-428-9291. includes appliances, parking, & 1st. $1500 per/month plus utilities. NORTH OSHAWA, brand new 4- Purchases, renewals or refinance. BOWMANVILLE - 3-bed. plus open concept basement apartment First/last/credit check required. No To consolidate your debts. Lowest laundry. $795/mo. + utilities. Call with eat-in kitchen, utilities, park- pets. 905-433-1632. (416) 407-9140 bdrm townhome, 3-baths, garage, Pat 905-263-2228. large sunroom in century home, FAMILY Oriented, friendly Dental c/a, c/v, alarm, 5 appliances, cus- rates possible for residential or 5-appliances, 3-car garage, hard- ing, sperate entrance, no smok- practice requires a Caring & Con- commercial.Credit issues, self em- ing/pets, reasonable rent, call 3-BEDROOM HOUSE, newly CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., tom window coverings, many up- 2-BDRM APTS, renovated, large wood floors, c/air, inground-pool, Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- scientious Part-time Hygentist. ployed, I will assess your needs. freshly-painted, no pets/smoking. 416-665-3351. painted. Basement, garage, laun- grades. $254,900. Immediate pos- & bright rooms, hardwood floors. dry, appliances. Near all amen- able. Close to downtown and Mon. & Thursday, 1-8pm. and One session. Call 905-720-1533 or Prompt, professional service. April 15TH, $1095. 905-431-2787. Saturday monthly 9-5pm. Call 905- walking distance to malls, near ities. No smoking/pets. $1300+ shopping. 4 appliances, carpet 905-767-5839 401 exit, well maintained, quiet PICKERING, Bright, spacious, 420-3980. $$Money$$ 100% 1st, 2nd and BOWMANVILLE- spacious one newly finished, 2 bedroom base- utilities, first/last, April 15th. and hardwood flooring, close to 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Oshawa neighbourhood, applianc- (905)728-2519, 905-571-4654 401 and GO. Utilities included. es, lots of extras, from bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free ment apartment. Laundry, large Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. parking. No smoking/pets. Adult backyard. Parking. Non-smoker. Call (905)434-3972. LOOKING for full-time, mature en- $845/month. No dogs please. ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 www.realstar.ca CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN thusiastic, hard working dental as- April/May. 905-665-0945. lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- Walk to GO. Available immediate- Friday, April 8th at 4:30pm 100% FINANCING OAC. 5 yr. at ed. Call 905-697-3491 ly. $950/mo incl. Call 905 839- months free, then own a house sistants for maternity leave. In- from $600/month o.a.c. Up to NORTH OSHAWA 3 Bdrm Non- 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 cludes evenings and Saturdays, 4.75% Debt programs, Cash take- 2-BDRM, newly renovated in quiet 2617. BARN FOR SALE, Located SE outs, Refinances, Self-employed, CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bedroom, $5,000 cash back to you! Require quon Townhouse, freshly cleaned/ The estate of Ray and Elsie Graham of Oshawa plus others, previous applications need not ap- corner Winchester/Thickson in Pickering family home, private en- $30,000 plus family income and painted ,4 appliances,fenced yard. ply. Drop resume to 555 Simcoe even poor credit. Call Kevin at trance, 1-parking, laundry, non- 2 level apt. in 4-plex, parking, near PICKERING, spacious 3-bedroom ornate oak hall seat in original finish with lions head hooks, Brooklin. Call with best offer. Ask 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. downtown & hospital. References, house for rent, hardwood floors, good credit. Short of down pay- May 1. $875 plus hydro. 905-571- 9pc walnut dining room suite, walnut bonnet chest, banquet St. South, Oshawa. for Rosa (416)777-9594 smokers/pets, close to amen- ment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. 7403. ities/schools, large backyard. 1st/last, $750/inclusive. Available newly renovated, 3 car parking, lamp, Flo Blue plates and platter, 4pc walnut bedroom set, immediately. 416-528-7212. private laundry, walkout to deck today! Re Max Spirit (905) 728- PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assistant AVAILABLE NOW or May 1st. 1600, 1-888-732-1600 PICKERING - new 3-bedroom, 2- Schubert apt. size piano & bench, remote controlled model 1ST, 2ND, 3RD $900/mo inclusive. Suit couple or and private yard, 4 appliances, air required for busy family practice in CENTRAL OSHAWA - Available conditioning. Available May 1st. bathrooms, patio, walk to Pickering airplanes, chesterfield set, occ. Chairs, maple dinette suite, Uxbridge. New grads welcomed. MORTGAGES single working elderly person. AJAX THREE BEDROOM upper Mall, 5 appliances, available April (905)421-9680, 416-817-0578. now. 3 bedroom, $1200 inclusive, $1050+ % utilities. (416)270-1916. pine single bed, glider rocker, walnut china cabinet, ward- Please fax 905-852-9558 Res./Comm up to with backyard. Bachelor apt. Avail- level, new kitchen, new bath, new 1st. First/last. No smoking/pets. robe, washstands, ginger bread clock, vantage guitar, oak windows, 4 appliances, a/c, laun- INVESTOR wants to buy income 100% financing. Best rates 212 MONTRAVE AVE. - Large 2 able June lst, $550 all inclusive. PICKERING, WHITES/401, large $1300+utilities. (905)665-3219 rocking chair, beleek, dentist cabinet, blanket box, glass top property. Will look at all, any condi- possible. Credit problems? lst/last call (905) 655-5789. 2-bedroom basement, separate dry, close to all amenities. Avail. RECREATION ASSISTANT posi- bdrm. apt., upper level of triplex. immediately. 1-year lease. coffee & end tables, roll away toolbox, Craftsman 10" table tion is now available at Winbourne tion. (416)850-6061 Self-employed? Clean, bright, spacious. New hard- entrance, 4 appliances, security, PICKERING EXECUTIVE 3 bed- CENTRAL WHITBY - Super clean laundry, C/Vac/C/A., parking. No $1400/utilities included. Fran 905- room, 3 1/2 baths, central air, 6 saw, alum. Ext. ladders, 21cu.ft. freezer, 2 door fridges, qty. Park Long Term Care Centre. Ap- No problem! wood floors, windows, stove/fridge. 619-3403. china, glass, household & collectable items. plicants should have a degree/di- Laundry, parking, near OC/401. 2-bed. apt., main floor, 1100 sq. ft. smoking/pets, First/last, referenc- appliances, garage, parking close ploma in recreation/activation, and Avanti Financial Suits quiet person. No pets. Avail. First/last, laundry fac., May 1st. es, $975. May 1st. (905)420-9949 to all amenities, $1500 plus, call Don & Greg Corneil, Auctioneers $870/mo. plus util. References. AJAX 3-bedroom bungalow, hard- 416-258-0936 have experience working with cog- (905)428-8119 May 1st. $800/mo.+hydro/first/last. wood, new kitchen, 3 appliances 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain nitively impaired populations. 905-436-3379 905-683-2002 or 683-1939. PICKERING- PARKDALE/ROSE- (705)786-2183 of for more info or pictures plus shared laundry, large lot, PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP, 95 Please fax resume: 905-426-6297, FOR LEASE, INDUSTRIAL UNIT FIELD, subleters welcome, new, CLEAN 1-BDRM $780/month, clean 2-bedroom basement apart- 2-parking, near all amenities. Crawforth St., unit 85 Whitby, [email protected] Att: Programs Manager. Deadline 2600sq ft (2000sq ft work space, DEBTS out of control? Mtgs, con- AJAX (Pickering Village) legalized First/last, references. 905-683- large 1-bedroom basement apart- newly decorated. Utilities included. ment, separate entrance. Spa- (905)666-2008 is accepting appli- Wednesday April 13, 2005. 600sq ft office & storage space) solidations, auto loans, private Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. 9213 funds available. We can help!!! ment. All inclusive. 1-parking. No cious, near transportation & shop- cations for June 1, for two -3 bed- No body shops. Avail. May 1st. building. Call for appt. (905)579- room units, $906 plus utilities. (no Oshawa area. Call 905-429-8239 Better Credit Solutions (416)878- smoking/pets. $800/month. ping, available immediately. $900 AJAX, AVAILABLE Immediately RMT needed for busy practice in 9890. inclusive. First/last, references. No subsidy avail.). ALSO Wheelchair AUCTION SALE Newcastle. Full or part time avail- or (905)723-1123 2323, (416)876-2106 First/last. Available immediately. Harwood/Hwy #2. Bungalow w/ Call (905)683-2427 smoking/pets. (905)837-9607. basement $1100 plus utilities; May accessible unit avail. immediately. Sunday April 10th, 9:30 AM able. Call 905-987-4618. Email re- CLEAN QUIET large two bedroom (wheel chair access bed- MacGregor Auctions Located in ORONO sume to: [email protected] RETAIL, OFFICE and commercial From 4.74% apartment, top two floors of du- PORT PERRY- Quiet, well kept 1st 2-bedroom bungalow, no base- ment, $1100 plus utilities. Dennis room/washroom, on main floor, units for lease. 600 to 1600 sq. ft. for 5 years. AJAX - plex, Oshawa Blvd., King St. area. large 2&3 bedroom apartments in some subsidy available. ) Subject at Silvanus Gardens. Take 115 Hwy. second floor office space available Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, gas low-rise, walk to lake Scugog. Morgan 416-587-0060, (905)831- RPN NEEDED for busy walk-in 1st. & 2nd 9500. to membership policy approval. to Main St. Orono & follow signs to in downtown Bowmanville. Excel- HERMITAGE AREA heat, hot water, and parking in- No pets. From $950/month plus Applications available at Commu- family practise clinic with phlebot- cluded. No pets. Available June Mill Pond Rd. omy, injection, ECG experience. lent exposure fronting on King St Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Luxury 2 bed. bsmt. apt. utilities. 905-985-6938, 905-430- nity Centre Unit 85, 10am-4pm.- with lots of windows. Building has lst. $850 per mo. (905) 263-2354. AJAX, close to IGA and Hospital. Auction features household P/T, days, evenings, weekends. Best Available Rates 2 washrooms, 7816. 4-bedrooms, 4-car driveway, fami- Mon.-Thurs., (On Friday, Sat. & Fax resume: 905-426-4852. elevator. Ideal for professional laundry, parking, Sun pick-up points are posted on effects, collectables, misc. tools, use. 3500 sq. ft. new industrial unit Private Mortgage Funds lyroom w/fireplace, c/a, 5 appli- Arrears P.O.S Available immediately ances, $1,350/mo plus utilities. Community Centre's door be- articles from past to present, available with amazing exposure CLIPPER REGENCY PLACE tween, 10am-7pm). to Hwy 401. 18' + ceiling height Refinancing Debt 905-686-8905 Available May 1. Call (905)683- Something for One & All. 5755. with mezzanine storage above of- Consolidation a Specialty 416-562-0186 APARTMENTS 15 Regency Cres. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- (www.theauctionadvertiser.com) fice space. For more information AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Whitby AJAX, main floor of semi, 3- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms MacGregor Auctions on these and other availability, For FAST AJAX - 2 BEDROOM apartment, bdrms, walk-out to deck, laundry, with/without garage. 3 appliances, please call (905) 725-9991. Please call Mon-Fri 50+ lifestyle apt. 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 PROFESSIONAL painted, April - December. $985 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. parking, Harwood/Bayly, no smok- hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, SUPER 8 MOTEL per month. 60 Exeter Rd. Apt. complex. Clean quiet ing/pets. $1150/mo+ 60% utilities. sauna, Children's playground close AJAX SERVICE #605. (905) 427-3770. 905-683-6021 building, across from Avail. immediately. (905)294-0760 to all amenities. Fenced back- Call 905-666-4986 Shelter Canadian park. Close to down- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- Auction Sale-Haydon Auction Barn.,Sat April 9 @ 5 pm Front Desk position available AJAX 1 & 2-bedroom basement Properties Ltd. OSHAWA, Bright updated 3-bdrm star.ca. for evenings and weekends. apartments, $825, $900 inclusive town. Daily activities semi. 5 appl. c/air. walkout to From 401 ext. 431 at Bowmanville, north 8 mi. on Hwy BRIGHT, NEWLY RENOVATED 2 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and 4-bedroom executive, 2-storey (no incl. All utilities incl. deck. Fenced yard. Excludes TOWNHOUSE - 3 bedrooms, in a 57 to Concession Rd 8, turn east at the fire hall to Hay- Please bring resume to: professional office units, $800 & ugly. Financing for any purpose. basement) 3-car garage, in-ground ORONO, 1-BEDROOM ground bsmt. Avail. Apr 15/May 1. $995 desirable north end Oshawa com- don. Collector coins & currency, Salon chairs, pump chair, 210 Westney Rd. $850, utilities and ample parking All applications accepted. Call pool, $1500+ utilities. No smoking, level, $800,all inclusive, abstainer, Call (905)430-7397 utilities extra. First/Last, referenc- plex, available June lst. $l,200 plus household furn., glassware, collectibles Auctioneer or fax to: 905-428-7488 included. Brock St. N., Whitby. Community Mortgage Services first/last. (905)683-5641, (416)315- first/last. No pets, Available May www.realstar.ca es req'd. 905-571-5260, 416-435- utilities. lst/last months rent re- (905)668-1319. Corp. (905)668-6805 9432 1st. Call (905)983-9026 2962. quired. Telephone (905) 438-8264. Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 6, 2005, PAGE 13 A/P

Classified INDEX 100 Houses For Sale 102 Open Houses 103 Private Sales SUMMER GETAWAY Birch Bend BBQ TIME SPECIALS - Beef WANTED: solid oak & maple 1998 PONTIAC Grand Am 2004 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4, 105 Townhouses For Sale Cottages (866)638-7886 About 1hr sides, hamburg, roasts, and kitchen tables with chairs; newer 150,000kms, V6, $4,950; 1997 26,000 km., available 96,000. 40 GUARANTEED 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale away- in the Kawartha's. Reason- 115 Farms For Sale, Rent & steaks. 905-986-4932 (days), 705- good working appliances; fridge, Chrysler Intrepid Sport, months left on a 48 month lease. JCB Contracting Inc. Wanted www.ezautoloan.net ably priced, clean & comfortable stove, washer, dryer, dishwashers; 120,000kms, loaded $4,950;. Leather seats, loaded, black exte- PAINTING 432-3031 (anytime) Specializing in all Interior "Pay as you're satisfied" 120 Out of Town Properties 1-800-269-1687 '24 hrs. live' cottages. Great sunset, clear wa- full dining room sets; bedroom 1998 Plymouth Neon 180,000kms, rior, tow package, $657/month, 0 & Exterior Renovation 125 Property Outside Canada ter, good fishing. www.birchben- BED, Aamazing bargain, queen sets, also sleepsets, box/mattress; $3,250; All certified/e-tested. down. Will pay lease transfer fees. Painting, plastering, 130 Housing Wanted dresort.on.ca orthopedic mattress set, new in solid wood bar stools etc.; living- (905)665-3222 905-697-6320. basements ● ceramics Stucco ceiling repair/paint 135 Lots & Acreages 140 Investment/Business Properties plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- room furniture, sofa, loveseat etc; bathrooms ● hardwood one room or whole house 2000 HONDA CIVIC DX special 145 Industrial/Commercial Space 7557. Will deliver will pick up, pay cash. 905-260- kitchens ● laminate 37 years experience edition, 5spd, sun-roof, alloy 150 Office & Business Space 1123 electrical ● painting 155 Stores For Sale, wheels, CD, rear spoiler, black, for free estimate call Scott BEDROOM SET, cherrywood, plumbing ● crown molding Rent/Wanted certified, 118,000kms. Original c-647-896-2406 159 Investment Opportunities bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night decks ● fencing 1983 SPRINTER, 28ft A-body, GM stands. Dovetail construction, nev- owner. $8950. (905)668-6558 1988 CHEV WINDOW VAN.7 h-905-619-2406 160 Business Opportunities 454, auto, 85,000 miles, full-size passenger, trailer hitch. 235,000 161 Franchises A & C ROOFING er opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice Serving the Durham region 162 Insurance bdrm & bath, 4-kws Onan genera- $1,900. (416)748-3993 2001 CHEVROLET Impala LS, 3.8 km, runs well. $1250-obo as is. for over 15 years tor, roof a/c, microwave, fridge, all V6, like new, $7,950; 1994 Nissan 163 Professional Directory & WINDOWS SATELLITES, FREE TO AIR. Is Leave message (905)668-1997 ROMEO 164 Tax & Financial maintenance/service records. your DirecTV down? Everyone is Ultima GXE, 5-spd, power moon Call John for free estimates 165 Mortgages, Loans $15,000 firm. (905)433-3981 BEDROOM SUITE, gorgeous roof, $3,250; 1994 Plymouth Ac- PAINTING • Shingles of all types, flats of cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, switching to FTA; no cards, boards 1998 ASTRO VAN Very good (905)428-8868 166 Accountants or atmegas. Specializing in the claim V6, auto $2,300. All vehicles condition. $4500-obo. (905)431- 167 Office/Industrial Equipment 2002 COLEMAN Bayside Folding tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. fully loaded, certified & e-tested. Specializing in 168 Business Services/Personals any size Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- Free to Air systems. Get 1000's of 2862 Tr ailer with slide-out, sleeps 8, ful- channels, no monthly bills. 1St in (905)665-3222 interior and exterior 169 Computer/Internet 213-4669. 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent Soffit* Fascia * Eavestrough* ly loaded including A/C. Brand new Durham Region. Call 905-435- 1999 CHEV ASTRO VAN, loaded, • condition with many extras. 2002 MERCEDES BENZ CLK 55 painting. Call 172 Furnished Apartments CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD 0202. Email us at uneekelectron- 150kms, excellent condition, REAL HANDYMAN 174 Short Term Rentals Skylights $11,900. Call (905)447-2925. [email protected] 226 Bloor Street AMG, silver, 2 tone leather, load- 8-seater, running boards, dutch for our spring 175 Apartments & Flats Wanted FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from ed, mint. Full set snows on MB For people with $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, East, Oshawa. DROP BY OUR doors, best offer. Call (905)666- limited cash flow special prices 180 Condominiums For Rent Financing Available o.a.c. STORE FOR A FREE DEMO mags, 30,000 kms., $62,000.00 5366 185 Houses For Rent • pad and installation. Free esti- Call 905-982-1999. Garbage Removal (905) 686-9128 190 Townhouses For Rent mates, carpet repairs. Serving Plumbing, Electrical, 191 Housing Wanted • Written warranties guaranteed Durham and surrounding area. 1999 FORD EXPLORER, Eddy 192 Rooms For Rent & Wanted 2003 ACURA EL PREMIUM, su- Bauer, 4x4, green 2-tone, fully FOUND Dog in the Whitevale area Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam per clean, lady driven, 21,000km, Painting, Drywall etc 193 Room & Bd. Avail. & Wanted • W.S.I.B. * Fully Insured (905)686-1772 loaded, power roof, leather, excel- TMS PAINTING 194 Shared Accommodation on March 28, 2005. Call with de- black/black leather, every possible Call Joseph 195 Retirement Living scription at (905)294-0142. lent condition, $14,000. 905-985- (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 FREE TO GOOD HOME, very option, warranty-2010 with road- 0025 or 416-451-2605. cell - 905-626-6247 & DECOR 196 Halls & Lodges CARPETS. Laminate and vinyl friendly white rat, free cage & ac- side assistance. $22,000. Interior & Exterior 200 Vacation Properties sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. cessories. (905)427-8277 cnp (905)579-4759 pgr- 416-530-8481 205 Rentals Outside Canada Commercial carpet including pre- European 210 Mobile Homes & Parks mier underpad and installation. 2004 MONTE CARLO SS, 8,000 211 Motor Homes MINIATURE PINCHER PUPPY, Workmanship 215 Campers, Trailers, Sites Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. black & tan, for sale. Call kil., loaded, grey with black leather 225 Camping Equipment LOOKING for someone to play Residential, commercial, customer interior, Asking $25,000 or best of- Fast, clean, (905)571-3669 2003 FJR YAMAHA 1300cc, 3 full 230 Sports Equipment Guitar and sing with plugged or satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- fer. Telephone (905) 436-8892. WB reliable service 231 Aviation unplugged. Folk, country, classic mate. Mike 905-431-4040 touring bags, electronic wind- 232 Boats & Supplies PAPILLON PUPS 12 WEEKS- shield, $16,500. Rob 905-706- RENOVATIONS (905)428-0081 rock. Have P.A. (905)428-7114 Males and Females. Call evenings BAD CREDIT? No History? Need 233 Snowmobiles anytime CEDAR STRIP CANOE, 14 ft., a car? Tired of the run-around? 8080. Interior & Exterior 234 Pools & Supplies 
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/ - {£È‡Ónn‡äΣΠ9116. www.sinceresingles.ca. 1/2 SHIH-TZU & LHASA-SHIH-TZU CALL BRIDGET 256 Deaths price special, now on! Systems are Internet Ready with a "Clean is our 257 Obituaries 17" Monitor: P3/733 (Complete, puppies. Vet checked and first BANKRUPTCY 258 In Memoriam tower) $289.00; P3/933 (Com- shots. Asking $400. (905)433- WORKSCAPE middle name" 259 Cards of Thanks plete, tower) $379.00; P2/350 0708 SLOW CREDIT RESIDENTIAL 260 Tenders (Complete, desktop) $169.00; CD- Asian Girls 261 Legal Notices WOULD YOU ENJOY your DOG NO CREDIT Best Service SERVICES CLEANING LADY over 10 yrs. ex- 262 Public Notices RW upgrade only $30.00 w/system 263 Car Pools/Transportation purchase. Other complete systems more if he were better trained? GOOD CREDIT Best Price perience, is looking for a new Best Quality Girls Spring Yard Clean Up 265 Lost and Found To Place your AD in our avail. Repairs at reasonable rates TSURO DOG TRAINING. Lawn Maintenance client. Long term references. 3- 267 Companions w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within www.tsurodogtraining.com ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES 19+, Singapore, bedrooms $75; 4-bedrooms $85. 268 Personals Business Services Directory Oshawa/Whitby. Minimal Charge 905-797-2855 NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED Chinese, Japanese, Handyman Odd Jobs 905-428-1357. 269 Support Groups other areas. Interac, Visa & Mas- Korean and more 270 Nannies/live-in/out Please call A NEW 2005 OR USED 24hrs, Out Calls only 1-866-545-2442 271 Mother’s Helpers tercard accepted. Layaway Plans. 272 Nursery Schools The Ajax News Advertiser Leasing now available OAC on DRIVE 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE TODAY 905-260-1238 273 Daycare Available New & Refurbished Systems. 27 274 Daycare Wanted @ 905-683-5110 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 275 Babysitting east of Park/Bond). Call (905)576- 1987 FIREBIRD - Excellent condi- 276 Private Tuition/Schools and ask for Alex Baxter 9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com tion. Red. Low Kilometers 1-800-405-7161 277 Music & Dancing Instruction (140,000 kms). Original Owner. 278 Registration Only $2500!!! Call (905)831-6631. CELL: 1-866-826-7681 Private 282 Places of Worship DARKROOM contents - including 284 Esthetics/Beauty Services six foot sink, Beseler enlarger, ea- SENIOR 285 Health & Homecare sel's, paper safe, trays and all ac- 1989 CADILLAC DEVILLE, white, Investigator 286 Senior Services cessories, $800. Gourlay upright leather interior, E-tested, very nice PICKERING HANDYMAN, 288 Fitness Services piano $400. Call 905-377-9983. luxury car, loaded. $2,499 or best Licenced and bonded 290 Catering offer. Telephone (905) 837-7714. ANGELS All Repairs 292 Wedding Planner EXHIBIT SPACE AVAILABLE AT THE $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ since 1967- 293 Astrology DINING ROOM SUITE, cherry- 1991 VW PASSAT GL.Clean car, Honest & Reliable 294 Psychics wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick Relaxing Massage Reliable and Discreet 295 Liaison Services 224,000kms. Runs well. $2850. up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- TH side chairs, pedestal table, dove- as is. Call (905)579-2209. VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 296 Amusements Clubs 4 ANNUAL tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for 424-3508. Roy 416-587-9369 298 Funeral Directors 905 Dillingham Rd.#3 299 Cemetery Plots $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 1993 CUTLASS SUPREME S - $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax (905)426-7969 300 Market Basket 213-4669. (905)420-0320 6 cylinder, power everything, runs Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. pickeringangels.com 301 Flowers and Delivery excellent. $2500 o.b.o. Call Dan We buy all scrap metal, copper, 302 Farm Service Moms, Pops & Tots Expo HERBAL BUSINESS inventory, 905-925-6727. 303 Horse Supplies and Boarding aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 305 Poultry and Livestock dried herbs, essential oils, fra- 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 grance concentrates, accessories, 306 Furniture 1994 RED PONTIAC GRAND AM 307 Clothing Sunday April 17th whole sale value, $8,000. Call SE, 2 door, fully loaded, 90k on $$$$ A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. TAX PREPARATION 310 Articles for Sale (705)277-3336 (Pontypool) engine. New all season tires. Runs Tops all for good cars and trucks 311 Bicycles Pickering Recreation & looks great. Certified and e-test- or free removal for scrap cars and Including Efile 315 Articles Wanted Hot Tub (Spa) Covers - Best ed. $3,799.00 Call 905-982-0070 trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- CROWN MOULDING TnT Concrete prepared by 320 Garage/Yard Sales Centre Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & for details. 4609 or (416)286-6156. 325 Auctions Colours Available. Call 1-866-585- Professionally installed Contracting professional accountant. 326 Warehouse Sales 905-426-4676 ext. 222 330 Firewood 0056 1995 HONDA CIVIC DX, 2-dr, 1A - ALL SCRAP CARS, old cars Starting from Form/Place/Finish Great Rates. 335 Christmas Trees Call for further info black, 5-spd, rear spoiler, alloy & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free $4.95/linear foot. & Saw Cut Also corporate tax & 336 Woodstoves, Fireplace HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety wheels, a/c, e-tested. pickup. Call Bob anytime accounting available. 340 Antiques and Art Covers - best quality, best prices, 174,000kms, excellent condition. (905)431-0407. Call now for estimate On-grade, floating, and 345 Baby Needs all colours, all sizes, large variety $5,500. Call (905)665-6838. structural slabs call Judy Kuksis CGA 348 Restaurant Equipment available. Delivery included. Cen- A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on 647-222-7253 350 Industrial Equipment 7th Annual www.paramountmouldings.com Exposed agg. stamped or 905-426-2900 352 Farm Equipment LIVE-IN certified oversees tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 1995 MERCEDES BENZ 500 SL cars & trucks Free Towing 24 dust-proofed polish 353 Appliances Garden & Landscape Show nannies/care givers. Elder care, 905-259-4514 or 866-97COVER convertible, triple black. Excellent hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 355 Computer and Video April 8, 9, 10, special needs, minimum wage ap- condition, 89,000 kms. $35,000.00 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 Floors, patios, pool decks, 360 TV, Sound Systems plies. No fee employers OEA. HOT TUB, New Premium 6 person Call 905-982-1999. (Oshawa/Whitby). 365 Musical Instruments Civic Auditorium Oshawa (416)699-6931. DECKS... curbs, parging, restora- 370 Pets, Supplies, Boarding 48 jets, foam insulation, two 5Hp tion, demolition, removal Only 1 booth left! retail $12,000, Sell $7,500. o.b.o. 1996 RED DODGE Neon, 2 dr, au- ABLE to pay cash for scrap vehi- PRESSURE 375 Photography NEEDED Live-in caregiver for tod- to, PS/PB, looks good runs well, 380 Swap and Trade Gardeners & Crafters welcome. Call (905)409-5285 cles, free pick-up. call Leo anytime TREATED CEDAR M. Turner, Newcastle 385 Tickets for Sale dler, minimum wage applies, light $2,990., 1995 Green Chevy Lumi- (905)426-0357 & PLASTIC 400 Cars For Sale Reserve your booth today. housework, Punjabi speaking pre- KITCHEN table/4 chairs;vertical na LS, 4dr., loaded, 162kms., 905-987-4641 405 Cars Wanted ferred Call 905-831-1784 looks good runs well. WOODS AT HOME OR BUSINESS Com- Sharon 905-579-4473 ex. 2285 blinds; horizontal blinds; Toppers; CASH FOR CARS! We buy used cell 905-925-4387 410 Trucks For Sale $3,990.(905)424-2253 vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- Free Estimate. Call Jim puter maintenance, Internet set- 415 Trucks Wanted Drapes; ladies’ golf clubs & bag 420 Vans/4-Wheel Drive Sponsored by Oshawa This Week men’s & ladies bicycles. Prices ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 (416)602-2169 up, network configuration, hard- 1997 DODGE CARAVAN $4490; or come to 479 Bayly St. East, ware/ software installation. Quali- 425 Sports Cars range $25 to $250. 905-697-1560 (416)286-3161 430 Antique Cars 96 Saturn SL2 $2999; 94 Grand Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES fied, experienced technicians. 435 Motorcycles Prix $2699; 93 GrandAm $2699; All Work Guaranteed Fast, courteous. www.techsos.ca 440 Auto Parts/Supplies & Repairs DIANNE'S Inhome Care for Tots. MOVING SALE: Quality 8' diplo- others from $1699. Certified & e- mat slate pool table/balls/cues with or call 1-877-767-0774 445 Auto Leasing & Rentals Available 6am - 6pm. Provides 3 tested (Kelly & Sons since 1976 446 Auto Financing meals a day (including 2 snacks). p/pong top, asking $1250. Freezer, (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002 447 Driving Schools From Infants to age 8. Contact 2 livingroom couches, coffee table, www.kellyandsonsauto.com ONE CALL FIX ALL 450 Auto Care HICKS, Verne - Peacefully, at Woodingford Lodge Dianne at: (905)231-9734. oil painting, chair/ottoman, double ALL PRO 455 Garage & Storage Space bed w/mattress, boxspring head- 1995 DODGE RAM pick up, V8, Plumbing, Electrical, 460 Insurance Services Tillsonburg Verne Hicks of Tillsonburg formerly of 1998 CAVALIER Z24, 5-speed, Call 905-725-9989 PAINTING AND 470 Heavy Duty Equipment TLC DAYCARE, South Ajax area, board & night table, custom made 103,000kms, loaded, a/c, CD, cus- Flooring, Fences, Decks, Pickering passed away with his family at his bed- vanity/mirror, 2 ladders, asst'd 500 Career Training non-smoking, secure (parent on- tom alloy wheels, willing to safety 1996 GMC PICK-UP, V6, white, Kitchens, Basements WALLPAPERING 501 Career Counseling & Resumes side on Monday April 4, 2005 in his 97th year. Be- ly) access web cam. CPR, First- gardening tools, best offer each. $6,700 certified & e-tested. good condition, $3500. Call & Baths Repair & Stucco ceilings 505 Careers loved husband of the late Beatrice "Pearl" Hicks aid, police check. Flexible hours. (905)428-9443. (905)448-8668. (905)723-6941 507 Employment Agencies General Handyman Service Decorative finishes & 509 Drivers (905)426-7540. General repairs WEST HILL Collegiate Institute (nee: Kent) (October 2004). Dear father of Doreen NEW DANBY APT sized freezers 1998 CHEV CAVALIER, 4 dr, au- 2000 DODGE DAKOTA, sport V6, (905)666-5528 50th Anniversary Reunion May 510 General Help $209. New Danby bar fridges, 20% off for seniors 511 Retail Opportunities (Milton) Smith of Tillsonburg; Marie (Floyd) Malcolm to, air, many new parts, excellent 77,250 KLM very good shape, will cell 416-571-1483 6-7, 2005. For information or tick- 512 Summer Employment of Guelph; Verna Appleton of Port Perry; Margaret $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- condition, reliable, $3650, certified certify, $1`1,500 call (905)420- Call Dale (905)404-9669 ets please call 416-396-6864 or 514 Salon & Spa Help pliances, scratch and dent. Full & e-tested. Call 905-619-1091. 0402. http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/westhill/ 515 Skilled & Technical Help (George) Lee of Greenwood; Robert "Bob" (Carole) manufacturers warranty. Recondi- 520 Computer & IT Hicks of Greenwood; Greta (James) Smith of Till- CARING, INSPIRATIONAL, expe- tioned fridges $195/up, ranges rienced caregiver/companion/aid $125/up, dryers $125/up, washers sonburg; Russell "Bill" (June) Hicks of Mississauga. available for $120 for doctors vis- $199/up, new and coin operated Also survived by his son-in-law Gordon LeCain of its, shopping, house cleaning, washers and dryers at low prices. Campbellford, and brother-in-law Harry Kent of To- cooking, etc. Alzheimer's/handi- New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size capped patients welcome. Out- fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ronto. Cherished and much loved grandfather to 16 standing references avail. Durham ranges with clock and window grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren, and 6 great Region. Sharon, 905-831-4859. @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- great grandchildren. Son of the Melbourne "Met" es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other and Mary Ellen "Ella" Oatman Singer Hicks. Verne new and reconditioned appliances. was also predeceased by his daughter Barbara Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- STARTSSTARTS Hicks (2002); granddaughter Wendy Wagner ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 PHYSIC READINGS - Christena Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 (1995); great grandson Noah Wade (1998); brother- and Peter come to the 5 Points in-law Donald Kent (1930); sister-in-law Hazel Hels- Mall with caring and dedicated PENN. DUTCH CORNER CUP- THISTHIS FRIDAYFRIDAY don (1992), and son-in-law Andrew Appleton readings. April 7 - 10th $5.00 OFF BOARD 1840'S, original milk paint NEWAprilApril 8th8th (2004). The family welcome friends and family to ANY READING WITH THIS AD. inside, flawless condition, $2,500 OBO. Irish Pine Armoire from Wil- 1p.m.1p.m. join them for visitation at OSTRANDER'S FUNER- PSYCHICS reader and advisor, low County Cork, mint condition, AL HOME, 43 Bidwell St. Tillsonburg (519-842- help in all life's problems, satisfac- detail trim, all original. 705-632- tion guaranteed, specializing in 1660. 5221) on Thursday April 7, 2005 from 11am until Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- 1pm. Funeral services for Verne will be held in Os- ings, always private and confiden- PIANO Technician available for trander's Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday after- tial, house parties available. tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase noon at 1pm. Rev. Gary Shuttleworth of St. Paul's (905)665-3222. consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- United Church Tillsonburg officiating. Interment to conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, follow in Tillsonburg Cemetery. Memorial donations Mason & Risch, & other grand or (payable by cheque) may be made to the Heart and upright pianos for sale. Rentals Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Research 11 TABLETOP VENDING ma- also available. Gift Certificates chines, locations in Durham, work available. Call Barb at 905-427- Foundation or St. Paul's United Church. 2 hrs. a week, net 50%, all cash. 7631 or check out the web at: Best offer. 905-985-0289. www.barbhall.com. Visa. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- PIANOS - Clearance sale on all es from $9.99, luggage from Grand Pianos. Also huge selection Bereaved $19.99. wallets from $9.99. Every- of upright, digital pianos. Large thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- Kawai, Heintzmann etc). Not sure 9830, Scarborough (416)439- if your kids will stick with lessons? Families 1177. Tr y our rent-to-own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call of Ontario - Durham Region 2PC solid dark wood diningroom TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. cabinet with 3 glass shelf hutch, a www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE Families who have lost a child magnificent piece, valued at UNDERSOLD! $1500, asking $800 obo. through death can fi nd support STATELY queen bed set, incl. de- PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS signer headboard and footboard, XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from superb Sears Opedic comfort plus $125. Several chips available for at Bereaved Families of Ontario mattess and box spring, solid each console. We buy used/work- wood frame, must be seen, valued ing consoles. For all the details: - Durham Region. at $3,000, asking $1500 obo. www.durhammods.com North End th th th 905-579-4293 (905)373-4106. Oshawa. 905-626-0542 Friday, April 8 Saturday, April 9 Sunday, April 10 36" HITACHI color t.v., less than 2 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. www.bfodurham.net yrs. old. Picture in picture. $750. New in box, accessory package in- firm. Custom Hitachi stand includ- cluded. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 1pm -8pm 8:30am -5pm 10am -4pm ed with t.v. Phone after 5 p.m. Ask 905-213-4669. for John (905) 725-0858 RENT TO OWN - New and recon- 6 PIECE High quality Cream col- ditioned appliances, new TV's, oured Lacquer Bedroom set. Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, WAVERLY-ROSSLAND, 3&4 AJAX - clean and quiet. Kitchen, $3000. 3 piece Living room set. Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, Available laundry, cable, air, parking, $350. Call (416)356-5998. ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- Civic Auditorium immediately, family-oriented com- $500/month. Call Dave (647)283- livery. No credit application re- plex, immediately. $1050- 0272. A DININGROOM, cherry wood, fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 99 Thornton Road S., Oshawa $1250+utilities. 4-appliances, hard- double pedestal table, 8 chairs, 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. wood-flooring, backs onto ravine. AJAX, basement, room for rent, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost Near schools/parks/transit/shop- furnished, $400. Close to Highway RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT: $ ping. 905-743-9665. & Durham Centre. Cable and A/C $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. Double sliding glass door, reach-in included. Available anytime. cooler $800; Single glass door 1/2 Price Seniors Friday • 5 Admission 416-846-9647. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- reach-in cooler $500; Double glass Portion of the proceeds to Big Brothers of Oshawa tress set. New in plastic, cost door reach-in freezer $2,350; Dou- CHRISTIAN MAN seeks same to ble solid door reach-in freezer share 2 bedroom apartment, south $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver $1600; Double solid door reach-in "WON'T LAST" spacious room, Whitby, fully furnished, cable TV, refrigerator $1,200; All good clean, utilities. Close to go. $420/month. FOR PASS clean home, quiet cul-de-sac. A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- working condition. (905)986-1991 2 1 Cable, laundry, parking. $400. im- Keith (905) 556-9863. PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad $5 Value mediate. Ritson/Bloor. (905)837- from $289 (30 yds). All Berber SEARS 9.0-hp Craftsman roto- Kids th th th 8980 IMMACULATE furnished bsmt, tiller, Briggs/Stratton engine. with share kitchen, absolutely no smok- carpets on sale now! Free up- April 8 , 9 & 10 grade to 12 mm premium pad with reverse. 21" tine width, rear tine Workshop AJAX SOUTH, 2 rooms (1 master ing/pets. Quiet employed male tiller with counter-rotating tine. preferred. $550/mo includes util- every installation, 20 oz Berber bedroom), all inclusive, internet, carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- Excellent shape $1100-obo. Civic Auditorium cable, parking included. Avail im- ities, cable, laundry. Avail. now. (905)668-1895 (905)720-1533 or (905)767-5839 pet only. Lots of selection for eve- 99 Thornton Road S., Oshawa mediately. Price negotiable. Ezio ry budget. Three month equal th 416-709-1600, (514)804-2138 payment plan available. Free in TARPS - Spring Clearance, 10% (leave message) OSHAWA, King/Harmony St.S., Saturday, April 9 share bright 2 bedroom basement home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS OFF until April 30th. Woven Poly Ta rps, all sizes from 8'x10' to AJAX- 2 nice clean rooms, apt, near all amenities, all inclusive at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 8:30am - 11:00am $400 per month, call 9am-9pm. 1-800-578-0497. 30'x50'. Priced $7. - $90. (tax incl.) $350/monthly. Available immedi- Call Bowmanville 905-623-5258. ately. Call (905)427-6106. 905-576-2807. A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. VALID FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY Sales, Installation & Service Of All TOTE bins, hinged, medium-size FURNISHED ROOM in 3 year new OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Makes. SALE! FTA $218, DishNet house. Ajax. Suit professional or Share furnished apt with 2 males. (20), four black kitchen chairs, $257. 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Call 905-686-9128. help with odd jobs in exchange for amenities, TTC and Pickering Heavy duty washer/dryer, INTERIOR DECORATING • RENOVATIONS • DECKS • WINDOWS & DOORS great home-cooked meals. Laun- Tr ansit. $400/month. Female pre- $275/pair or $675/all. Also super WOOD CHIPPER/LEAF MULCH- dry, parking, outdoor hottub, ferred. (647)882-8237 deluxe refridgeator/stove, large ca- ER, 8 hp Techumseh motor, al- Sprucehill Rd. in Pickering, pacity washer/dryer, used 2 years, most new, less than 1/2 price. Call $450/mo. First/last. Avail. May 1. ROOMMATE WANTED - female will separate, all exceptional ap- Bob at (905) 623-3090. You Could Win! 905-831-4859 preferred, 2 bed. apt. Simcoe/Elm pearance. (905)925-6446 Oshawa. 1 bus to Durham Col- $2500 Gift Card - From Home Depot FURNISHED ROOM in house, lege. $450/utilities included. Call BBQ PARTS AT HANK'S APPLI- non-smoker, female preferred. Mareen 416-356-7573. ANCES Refrigerators, $99/up. 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A/P PAGE 14 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ APRIL 6, 2005 Sum 41 comes to aid of young amputee from Pickering By Spencer McCormack bands performed and Oshawa Mayor off and letting her go. Ms. Kamara’s story and paid to have dents of Constantine Papoutsis when Special to the News Advertiser John Gray also made an appearance. She was found by a lady in another her come to Canada. Later that year, they were in high school and happily DURHAM — Members of Sum 41 Before the benefit started, while village after wandering in a forest for Ms. Nabe read a story about Ms. Ka- accepted his proposal to emcee the emceed a benefit concert with hopes Steve-O and Cone signed autographs two days, said Ms. Nabe. mara in The Toronto Star and, being benefit. And, judging by the applause of raising enough money for a Picker- and took pictures with fans, inside the Ms. Kamara spent the next two years from the same village in Sierra Leone, of the crowd when they came and ing girl to get prosthetic hands after library a timid Mariatu Kamara, 18, at a refugee camp in Freetown, Sierra she invited the woman to her home. went, it was clear what 400 high school hers were cut off while living in Sierra and her Canadian guardian Kadijatu Leone’s capitol. Ms. Kamara, now 18, has been living students had come to see. Leone. Nabe told a group of reporters her “While she was at the amputee with Ms. Nabe and her husband, Abou, Ms. Kamara needs $28,000 for pros- On Thursday, March 31, G.L. Rob- story: camp she met her cousin, who was in Pickering since September 2003. thetic hands, of which $8,000 had been erts Collegiate and Vocational Institute In 1999, during Sierra Leone’s civil also amputated,” said Ms. Nabe. “She’s “Today, I find my life is much better... I raised before the sold-out benefit, hosted almost 400 students, who came war, Ms. Kamara, then 13, was cap- one of thousands of amputees in Sierra go to school now,” said Ms. Kamara. which had a goal of raising $5,000. to lend support to Mariatu Kamara and tured and held hostage by rebel sol- Leone.” Ms. Nabe added, “When she came If you would like to contribute, a to see Steve-O and Cone from Ajax’s diers. She was with her mother and As a result of her rape, she gave birth to Canada, she couldn’t speak a word fund has been set up at Royal Bank Sum 41 open the night with tales of brothers at the time, but they ran away to a child who would die eight months of English. 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