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Hospital to offer A VERY YOUNG SETTLER Durham faster joint and setting hip replacements up food

Government’s created is to improve patient flow from primary providers to sur- network investment will geons,” said James Meloche, se- reduce wait times nior director of planning, integra- By Erin Hatfield tion and community engagement [email protected] for the Central East Local Health By Kristen Calis Integration Network (LHIN). DURHAM — The threat of To- [email protected] LHIN is responsible for plan- ronto pulling its emergency food ning, co-ordinating, integrating supply from Durham has pushed DURHAM — Local residents can and funding health care services the Region to fund its own food soon expect a shorter wait for hip at the local level. After conduct- network -- Feed the Need Durham and joint replacement surgery, ing studies, Mr. Meloche said the (FTND). thanks to an announcement by LHIN found people were winding Statistics indicate that food the provincial government. their way through the system, with bank usage is increasing, but the On March 9, the ministry of no clear direction. He explained amount of food donated is de- health and long-term care an- many patients waste time on the creasing. nounced the opening of a new wait list for hip or joint replace- A key contributor to Durham’s orthopedic assessment centre at ment only to learn they need treat- food banks has been ’s Scarborough General Hospital, al- ment or therapy rather than sur- Daily Bread Food Bank (DBFB), lotting $90,000 for the first year. gery. delivering more than 62,000 kilo- The clinic will also operate once a “What this will do is provide grams of food annually. week at the Rouge Valley Ajax and comprehensive care to get on the “They have advised us that be- Pickering hospital. The program is right track,” he said. cause of their demands in Toronto intended to speed along the joint David Brazeau, manager of pub- they can no longer carry the Dur- and hip replacement process, des- lic affairs and community relations ham Region,” Pastor Robert Putt ignating assessment responsibili- for the Rouge Valley Health System, said. ties to multidisciplinary staff, thus explained family physicians will Mr. Putt is with College Park giving surgeons more time to per- refer patients to the clinic. After Seven Day Adventist Church in Os- form operations. hawa and a member of the FTND “The reason (the centre) was ✦ See Clinic, Page 7 transition team. He explained FTND will make food security Auf Wiedersehen, sucka. guaranteed for those in need. The GTI Mk V. Pre-tuned in Deutschland. There is a lack of tracking of the AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo number of people who use food The original hot hatch is PICKERING — Pickering Museum Vil- banks in the Region. According to here, and it’s spec’d for lage organized a self-guided hike on the Mr. Putt that is one of the goals of Pickering ‘07 with a turbocharged Settlers Trail, where participants could 200 hp 2.0-litre engine, FTND. But, he said, there are 25 not only learn about the difficulties Recreation Complex sport suspension, a DSG at featuresdurham agencies in Durham, one of them ® ‘07 Pickering’s earliest settlers encountered with Tiptronic and region.com/specials being the Adventist Community Membership Special paddle shifting. GTI but also about the natural world. Michael Chillman tries an old fashioned way of carrying water. Service Centre which alone ser- 4 months for the price of 3 Pickering Volkswagen Inc. vices 500 families a month. Call 905.683.6582 503 Kingston Rd. Pickering Sales Hotline: 905-420-9700 www.pvw.com ✦ See Feed, Page 7 2007 Pontiac G5 SE Auto, Air BUICKBUICK Smartlease BBRUCERUCE PONTIACPONTIAC BBISSELLISSELL LLTD.TD. 683-6561 $209mo. + taxes 201 Bayly St. W., Ajax, : 48 mo. $1460 downpayment (between Westney and Harwood) www.bissellbuick.com Total due on signing $3237 (TLO $12,573). MSRP plus lic., taxes, freight & admin. msrp $18,315 A/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 durhamregion.com

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We have the power Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston, Managing Editor to change our Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager energy habits Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising aving energy at home is easy and if you haven’t started, Abe Fakhourie, there’s really no excuse. Distribution Manager SDurham Sustain Ability’s new project, We Have The Power, Lillian Hook, Office Manager seeks to enlist 1,000 Pickering households to commit to reduc- Cheryl Haines, ing energy consumption by 10 per cent by the end of this month. Composing Manager Seven hundred households are already on board, but there’s no Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager reason all of us can’t do our part as well. There are a number of ways we can achieve the worthy goal of [ Contact us ] using less power. Like water, we take energy for granted. As long - as the lights or appliances come on when we flick a switch, we News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- don’t give it a second thought. The blackout a few summers ago sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution was a wake-up call in that regard. But, did you make long-term 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- and lasting changes to conserve? 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; As Durham Sustain Ability outlines on its website, there are a E-mail mjohnston@durhamregion. number of cheap, even free, ways to get started. First and fore- com; Mailing Address; 130 Com- most, if you’re not using an appliance, including the television mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 or a light, turn it off. We’ve changed to Daylight Savings, and by mid June it will be light until 9 p.m. Do you really need to turn [ About Us ] on the lights at 5 or 6 p.m. at this, the brightest time of year? - Unless you’re reading or doing indoor work that requires it, Why governments don’t help poor for example, keep the lights off until you truly need them. And, The News Advertiser is a Met- when you do flick the switch, use compact fluorescent light roland Media Group newspaper. bulbs. Instead of using the dry cycle in your dishwasher, leave it espite the best efforts of a national The News Advertiser is a member off and just open the door when the dishes are done. They’ll be newspaper and the heavy slogging of the Ajax & Pickering Board of dry in no time. Install low-flow shower heads and faucet aera- D of activists as glittering as Sir Bob Trade, Ontario Community News- tors. Use cold water whenever possible to do laundry. Switch to Geldof and Bono, it’s highly unlikely gov- paper Assoc., Canadian Commu- high-efficiency appliances that use less energy. ernments of any stripe are really ready to nity Newspaper Assoc., and the The list of ways you can help is endless. Apart from saving try to wipe out poverty. Canadian Circulations Audit Board. power, they will save you money. With a federal budget released last Mon- Also a member of the Ontario Young people are generally enthusiastic about environmen- day and a provincial budget coming to- Press Council, 2 Carlton St., tal initiatives, and We Have The Power is no exception. At Pine morrow, those who care about the status Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an Ridge Secondary School, some 300 students and close to 50 of our worst-off neighbours can’t be aw- Tim independent organization that ad- teachers are involved. In this regard, their enthusiasm and dedi- fully optimistic. dresses reader complaints about cation is something we would all do well to emulate. Sure the Toronto Star has spent much Kelly member newspapers. The pub- For more ideas on saving power check out the video link at time and effort on a well-written and well- copy editor lisher reserves the right to clas- durhamregion.com executed series on the War on Poverty. But sify or refuse any advertisement. is anybody really listening? Credit for advertisement limited to In addition to the work done by the Star, space price error occupies. Edito- LETTER TO THE EDITOR the extremely influential group, Make Pov- connected. Most poor adults don’t vote rial and Advertising content of the erty History, headed up by Geldof, Bono, because they figure they’re not going to be News Advertiser is copyrighted. and a cast of thousands, has pressured the helped by whomever is elected. Unauthorized reproduction is Minimum wage increase not the answer world’s governments to forgive billions in The poor aren’t part of Stephen Harper’s prohibited. Publications Mail Sales debt owed by developing nations. There is base nor do they provide the backing to Agreement Number 1332791. To the editor: a Canadian side to Make Poverty History lead Stephane Dion to power. The NDP Although the minimum wage has increased four times so as well but it has had far less success in at- talks a good game about helping the poor, [ Letters Policy ] far under the McGuinty government, the NDP is calling for an tempting to tackle poverty here. but the prospects of a federal NDP govern- - increase of $2 per hour. At first glance, it seems like a good thing. Outside of the provincial NDP push to ment are slim and none. They base it on the fact that 103 politicians got a raise. All that institute a $10 per hour minimum wage, Without a healthy number of middle- We welcome letters that include did was bring them up to the national average. Of course, those there isn’t much serious talk about doing class people -- many of whom are a lay-off name, city of residence and phone 103 people run the largest province in the country. I don’t see something about poverty across this coun- away from eventually joining the ranks of numbers for verification. Writers how pumping gas and washing dishes is anywhere close to the try. There may be a few token measures the poor -- pressuring government to help are generally limited to 200 words same responsibility. provided in this week’s budget announce- the less fortunate, nothing will change. and one submission in 30 days. We You can’t afford a decent place to live and bring up your ments. Maybe the feds and the Province In a country where we routinely run decline announcements, poetry, family or buy a reliable car and keep up the payments and in- will announce a few more souls taken off multi-billion-dollar surpluses there is no open letters, consumer com- surance on $10 an hour any better than you can on $8 an hour. the tax rolls or perhaps a little more for reason why targeted help to those in pov- plaints, congratulations and thank Minimum wage should be a source of income until you can find child tax credits, but I don’t expect many erty, especially children, cannot be deliv- you notes. The editor reserves the something better, not your career highlight. will hold out hope for much more. ered. The government could fund acces- right to edit copy for length, style Does it matter to Howard Hampton if 100,000 people lose Why? The reason is simple if a little sad. sible daycare, it could provide more gen- and clarity. Opinions expressed by their jobs because of this? No. All he cares about are votes. And The poor aren’t highly visible, they don’t erous social program payments, it could letter writers are not necessarily it won’t hurt his $2,000 a week that he scrapes by on. Of course, wield economic or political power and, produce affordable housing -- if it wanted those of the News Advertiser. Due this will affect more than just minimum wage earners. relative to the vast middle class and the to. But it will only care about these things to the volume of letters, not all The people who earn better than minimum wage and up to growing upper class in this country, they and take steps to do them, if we bother to will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; $10 will still want more than minimum wage. Everyone up and aren’t even that large. make it care. e-mail: mjohnston@durhamregion. down the line is going to want a $2 an hour raise. So you are talk- Let’s face it -- there are several million Tim Kelly is a Metroland Durham com. The newspaper contacts only ing about more than 100,000 jobs being in jeopardy. poor adults and more than a million poor Region Media Group copy editor. His those whose submissions have Paul Kelly children but they are widely dispersed column appears periodically. E-mail been chosen for publication. Oshawa across this huge country and not well- [email protected]. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 PAGE 7 P Feed the Need will improve distribution and collection of food

✦ Feed from page 1 “We will help them and nations to charitable orga- improved nutrition and said. The total budget for committee, the funding is work with them to set up nizations and agencies that health and to break the FTND is just under $90,000, coming out of the Nation- Gale Nyberg, executive their network,” she said. provide food directly to in- cycle of food bank use. How of which $20,000 is in-kind al Child Benefit, a federal director of the DBFB, ex- “Only when they are up dividuals and families. that will actually work, Mr. contributions. initiative intended to assist plained that about a year go and ready to go it on their “Right now, the first step Putt said, hasn’t been deter- According to April Cullen, low-income families. staff approached the Region own will we cease to deliver is to put into place a team mined yet. an Oshawa councillor and For more information about setting up its own food.” The steps towards that will move this project “We have got to look at chairwoman of the Region’s about FTND visit www.ftn- food network. a centralized food network forward,” Mr. Putt said. every possible system that health and social services durham.ca. “It is really important that began in 2001 when, ac- FTND will soon hire its is in place in Ontario, look food raised locally is used cording to Adrian Haight, of first employee, a co-ordina- at what is best for the needs locally,” Ms. Nyberg said. “It Northern Lights Vocational tor, and over the next year in Durham Region so that was time for them to set up Services, there was a dra- determine the best food de- we can ensure that every FINAL 2007 REGISTRATION on their own.” matic decrease in food bank livery system. food bank will be able to be The first step in that di- donations. The two goals are to re- supplied with good quality rection was Regional Coun- “As a region we really duce child poverty through food for the community,” he MCKINNEY cil’s approval on March 7 weren’t as mobilized as we CENTRE of $68,450 in funding for could be,” Ms. Haight said. FTND. She said the hope is Whitby Effective March 31, the FTND will be a centralized Toronto food bank will no contact for emergency food Saturday Mar. 17 longer supply food to Dur- providers and a link to share ENERGY AND THE ham, but Ms. Nyberg said supplies. 9:00AM - 3:00PM now that FTND is in mo- Feed the Need Durham’s ENVIRONMENT tion, representatives from purpose is to improve the Research Project Exhibition Toronto will be available to collection and distribution Sunday, March 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. offer support. of food and basic needs do- Please join the University of Ontario Institute of Technology Faculty of Science for an exhibition promoting its Youth Clinic open one day a week Science and Technology Outreach Program (YSTOP), designed to inspire high school students to choose careers in science and technology. cash and cheque only ✦ Clinic from page 1 brings a new service to For more information visit www.uoit.ca/ystop or our community, which we 905.721.3111 ext. 3633. photocopy of proof of birth required that, a specially trained mul- didn’t have before.” Registrations after Mar. 17 will be subject to an additional $25 late fee and possible waiting list status. tidisciplinary team, includ- Mr. Meloche said open- ing nurses, physiotherapists ing the clinic is phase one of For details and fees: and orthopaedic surgeons, a larger plan. The program University of Ontario Institute of Technology www.whitbyminorlacrosse.com will assess patients, provid- will also address acute and 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, ON Serving Whitby and surrounding areas. ing care planning and refer- chronic musculoskeletal ral to services. needs. The long-term goal Mr. Brazeau said they are is to open a musculoskeletal BOYS & GIRLS proud to offer this service to centre of excellence for the patients of Ajax, Pickering Central East LHIN. Carrier of and west Durham, since “This is really to see how ADVERTISING many have difficulty getting it will work,” Mr. Meloche FLYERS The Week NATIONAL around. said. IN TODAY’S “Our patients will not Mr. Brazeau said the clin- have to travel as far to re- ic in Ajax will become avail- News Advertiser VOLUNTEER WEEK ceive this type of special able to patients within “the Friday March 16 , 2007 care,” he said. “The clinic next several months.” News Advertiser APRIL 15 - 21, 2007 * 2001 Audio Video Ajax/Pick. * Bad Boy FurnitureAjax KNOW YOUR * Bassett FurnitureAjax/Pick. * Best Buy Ajax/Pick. CONSUMER RIGHTS * BulkBarn Ajax/Pick. * Canadina Tire Catalogue Ajax/Pick. * Canadian Tire Ajax/Pick. CONTACT ONTARIO’S * Casey’s RestaurantAjax/Pick. * CBC RadioAjax/Pick. Steven CONSUMER HOTLINE * Davidson Chrysler Ajax/Pick. Today’s carrier of the week * Designer Depot Ajax/Pick./Scar. is Steven. He enjoys hockey Call 1-866-351-5655 or visit * Dominion Ajax/Pick. * Food Basics Ajax/Pick. & skiing. 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For information regarding free services call DON’T MISS THE SAVINGS! while quantities last! PICKERING — The Pickering Official Durham Region Employment Counselling Services Plan is about to undergo some changes. We also have a wide selection of On Monday night, council passed Pickering: 905-420-6440 re-conditioned appliances! a motion to review preliminary work plans to update the plan which sets out guidelines for long-term development WE HAVE MOVED 426 Simcoe St. S. • Oshawa • L1H 4J6 • 905-432-7167 and growth in Pickering. It covers vari- New Location, NOW OPEN! ous uses of land, including open space, 1099 Kingston Rd. agricultural land and residential areas. AUTO The planning and development de- Suite #240, Pickering partment at City Hall proposed a three- year time frame for completing the Drop by, ED’S CENTRE plan’s review. Director of Planning and We are here to help! Development Neil Carroll said the rea- A division of 1192645 Ontario Inc. son they plan to break the process down This project is funded by: into three years is so it will be easier for everyone to understand since the Of- USED CAR SALES * REPAIRS * PARTS ficial Plan is complex. It will also allow FRONT BRAKES ...... MOST CARS $99.95 more residents to become involved. HANCOOK ALL SEASON TIRES INSTALLED & BALANCED ...FROM $79.00 “If we chunk it into different logical HANCOOK SNOW TIRES INSTALLED & BALANCED ...... FROM $78.00 steps, we can group them together into Annual USED TIRES INSTALLED & BALANCED ...... FROM $30.00 areas of similar background,” he said. USED ALLOY RIMS ...... FROM $30.00 Mr. Carroll also said part of the rea- General USED STEEL RIMS ...... $10.00 son for the break-down is some aspects OIL CHANGE AND 15 POINT INSPECTION ...... most cars $19.99 take longer than others. For example, the Downtown Intensification Strategy Meeting FREE COURTESY SHUTTLE AVAILABLE UP TO 15KM requires extensive analysis. MOST PARTS AT DISCOUNT PRICES THROUGH ALLIANCE AUTO PARTS The review includes implementing Sunday March 25, 2007 new policies while keeping intensifica- 1-4 pm Ajax Community Centre ED’S AUTO CENTRE & ALLIANCE AUTO PARTS tion consistent with the Greater Golden 980 ALLIANCE ROAD, UNIT 3 Horseshoe’s growth plan. The depart- Commodore’s Room PICKERING, ONTARIO. ment will also implement various pro- 905-420-9784 905-420-5636 vincial policy documents, including the Director’s Reports, New Business, Greenbelt Plan and the Central Pickering Elections Development Plan. Mr. Carroll also said implementing Requests for constitutional changes the plan in “bite-sized pieces” will actu- must be received in writing. ally get the ball rolling. The City will also seek community Address your request to AMHA input, including a public meeting, to be Executive, attention Association held this spring. Secretary Karin Grundy and drop Truth or Dare off at Hockey Office.

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Finance tion committee meeting, prior to meetings, things bringing a report on elec- “This would only relate “For our purposes, if we Ms. Madill was given the like staff reports cannot. tronic agendas before com- to council and committee at least start to research it committee wants go-ahead to finally look Regions, like York, have mittee at its next meeting. agendas,” Ms. Madill said. that is what I want to do.” information on into getting the agendas electronic document online. management systems that electronic agendas “I think nowadays, take paper documentation PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURNS many of our citizens are from cradle to grave, Ms. Only By Erin Hatfield looking to see something Madill said. $ 95* [email protected] in a timely manner and in “We’ll look at how other 49. the comfort in their own municipalities do it and DURHAM — Hundreds home,” Ms. Madill said. release timing,” she said. *fl at rate for most returns “Income Tax Specialists” Current or prior years of paper copies of all the The Region doesn’t have “There has been a policy OPEN YEAR ROUND Regional agendas and a full-fledged electronic in place saying it will not reports are printed on a document management be released until the Mon- TRANSIT SQUARE (905) 426-4860 weekly basis, amounting system. day (prior to the meet- 100 Westney Rd S, Unit 16, Ajax to thousands of sheets of Although agenda items ings).” (at the Ajax GO Station) www.allcanadiantax.com paper. can be seen by the public Ms. Madill said she’s “It is an incredible amount of paper right now,” said the Regional clerk Pat Madill. The paper packages go Summer’s coming hot & heavy. Be cool, book early. Your satisfaction is guaranteed out to all the department heads, municipalities, councillors, some com- panies, developers and ® ® media, but the Region is When you use your Sears Card or Sears MasterCard on installed Kenmore central air conditioning systems, heat pumps and furnaces, looking into making those you can choose... agendas available on-line. Electronic agendas have been axed from the Re- * gional budget for the past %financing for 2 years OR Collect Points three years. Pay in 24 equal monthly installments, interest free. This transaction will post to your account following the completion of installation (“Posting Date”). The first installment will appear on your first account But, at the Durham’s last statement produced after the Posting Date and will be due on the date set out in that statement. Subsequent installments will be due on the dates set out in subsequent statements. On approved credit, only with your Sears Card or Sears MasterCard. Minimum $200 purchase. $70 installment billing fee and all applicable taxes and charges are payable at time of purchase. When billed, any unpaid portion of your Sears finance and administra- Card or Sears MasterCard account balance will attract credit charges, commencing on the billing date for such unpaid portion. Excludes Home Services. Ask for details. Payment options and plan details may be changed or discontinued at any time without notice. Ask about other payment options. Unless otherwise stated, optional financing programs do not qualify for Sears Club™ Points or Colours® Points. 0 *Purchases made on the Sears Card will receive Sears Club Points and purchases made on the Sears MasterCard will receive Colours Points when finance option is not chosen. Sears Club Points do not apply to TANDOORI TIME taxes, installation charges (where applicable) or protection agreement charges. Under New Management We Serve Halal Food COME & JUST CALL 1-866-506-7870 EXPERIENCE! DINE IN OR TAKE OUT Special 10-year parts warranty on compressor; 9-1211 Kingston Road, Pickering details in store between Liverpool & Walnut 7 year warranty on parts and 5 year warranty 905-250-7272 Pre-Season Event! on all other components; details in store Call in advance for take-out orders $ Copeland® scroll compressor Enhanced coil guard with 3/8" grill spacing Stocks | Bonds | GICs 400off for durability Mutual Funds | RRSPs Installed Kenmore®/MD 14 S.E.E.R.** Baked-on powder coat finish over galvanized steel **Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio central air conditioning Susan M. Lepp $ 1105 Finch Ave. Unit 4 350 off Pickering, ON L1V 1J7 installed Kenmore heat pumps. Series 77320 905.831.4611 $ [email protected] off R 300 www.edwardjones.com installed Kenmore high-efficiency 2-stage Member CIPF variable speed furnace. Series 76131 MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING You may also qualify for Ontario Power Authority (OPA) Our experts will help you select the proper rebates. system to meet your budget and needs Ask sales associate for details

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Suspect Now Open Friday, March 16th to The Bay Furniture Clearance Store (lower level) in Ajax Sunday, March 18th *looking for full time flex staff in homicide Major Home Fashion case LAST CHANCE FOR FANTASTIC SAVINGS! arrested save an in drug raid extra All clearance-price merchandise currently By Jeff Mitchell reduced up to 50% [email protected] EX AJAX — An Ajax woman facing • Men’s & women’s fashions & outerwear AMPLE Including designer brands & West End Shop/Hudson Room charges relating to a homicide inves- tigation is in custody again after being • Men’s, women’s & kids’ sleepwear & robes Reg. arrested during a drug raid Tuesday night. • Men’s underwear Already-reduced$100 Ashley Ada Owen, 22, was arrested along with another woman when of- • Women’s intimates & bras ficers with the Durham Police Drug by 50% Enforcement Unit executed a search • Kids’ & infants fashion outerwear warrant at a Sullivan Drive home. Po- & accessories Extra 40% $50 lice found two women inside the resi- dence and seized a quantity of mari- • Infant furniture and accessories -$20 juana, electronic weigh scales, several cellphones and drug paraphernalia. • Handbags Ms. Owen was arrested March 1 You after a lengthy investigation into the • Footwear Pay death of Orin Felix, who was stabbed $30 to death outside the Rimrock night- • Gold diamonds, gemstones, pearls, club on Harwood Avenue. A Scarbor- sterling silver, fashion jewellery & watches ough man, 22-year-old Troy Johnson- Lee, is charged with second-degree murder. He was also charged with attempted murder in the stabbing of %ff another man during the same alterca- %ff 60 tion. Buy 1, get 1 at 50 Luggage Ms. Owen, who is alleged to have By AIR CANADA, assisted Mr. Johnson-Lee after the All women’s & kids’ SKYWAY, VIA RAIL & incident in September 2006, was shoes and sandals SWISS charged with obstructing police and Excludes Anne Klein, Nine West, Geox & Crocs. Reg. $50-$280 Sale $20-$112 acting as an accessory after the fact to Excludes items with attempted murder. 97¢ price endings. After Tuesday night’s raid Ms. Owen, of Sullivan Drive, was charged %ff with trafficking a controlled substance 30%ff 30 %ff and breach of recognizance. Men’s %ff •Fashion jewellery 50 Jessica Owen, 18, also of Sullivan selected shoes 25 By JONES NEW YORK, 10 Kt. & 14 Kt. PRINCIPLES Drive, is charged with trafficking a By ROCKPORT, Men’s & women’s LIZ CLAIBORNE, CLARKS, & DIAMOND FASCINATION controlled substance. regular-priced athletic shoes MONET, 1928 gold jewellery BOSTONIAN, & EXPRESSION HUSH PUPPIES By NIKE, ADIDAS, & NUNN BUSH REEBOK & FILA • Sterling silver Plus Reg. $99.99-$175 & BC Jade save an extra 20%ff Sale $69.99-$122.50 this weekend 40%ff 40%ff %ff All men’s %ff All kids’ & infants 30 501’s & 30 spring outerwear All men’s suits, sportcoats, 505’s LEVI’S Watches blazers, dress coats, jeans By TIMEX, BULOVA, LEVI’S, CASIO, Reg. $70-$80 CARDINAL, PERRY ELLIS, ESPRIT, dress pants, Sale $42-$48 dress shirts & ties CITIZEN, SEIKO & WENGER SWISS Excludes Ironman & Expedition. Reg. $24.99-$525 Sale $17.49-$367.50

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Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Everyday Bay Value, just-reduced, Power Buys, Manager’s Specials, licensed departments, Salviati, Vera Wang and Hbc Foundation charity merchandise are excluded. Excludes all official Canadian Olympic merchandise. When you see “POWER BUY” or “MANAGER’S SPECIAL” you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you. We may tell you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges or would likely charge for the same or a comparable value item. Quantities of our Power Buys 905-683-5110 and Manager’s Specials and items located in any “Style Outlet” in-store departments are limited and may vary from store to store – no rainchecks or substitutions. When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in-store for details. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 PAGE 13 A/P

Pickering. Weigh-in is from 6 to 6:50 holds a euchre night at 8 p.m. Every- Word at an Intro to MS Office work- 7-8:30 p.m. at the Centre for Mind- Billboard p.m. and the meeting is at 7 p.m. 905- one is welcome. Prizes and refresh- shop from 9 a.m. to noon and Micro- ful Therapies, 109 Old Kingston Rd. 420-3583 (Petra). ments. It’s at the Legion in Pickering, soft Excel from 1-3 p.m. at the Dur- (Unit 14), Ajax. Call 905-428-1404 to MARCH 16, 2007 DARTS: For seniors at the Ajax Se- 1555 Bayly St. Seniors, $2; regular ham Region Unemployed Help Centre, preregister. niors Friendship Club, every Wednes- admission, $4. 905-426-1758. 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12. Preregistration GIRLS NIGHT OUT: The Ajax- day at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s is required. These tutorials are Pickering Christian Women’s Connec- FRIDAY, MARCH 16 Community Centre, 48 Exeter Dr., THURSDAY, MARCH 22 available on other weekdays by ap- tion hosts a Girls Night Out at 7 p.m. BRIDGE CLUB: HANDS OF HOPE: New and gently Ajax. Beginners welcome but should The Pickering and Vil- pointment. To preregister or make an at the Annandale Golf and Country come earlier. For more information lage Senior Bridge Club plays at 9:30 appointment call 905-420-4010. Club 221 Church St. S., Ajax. Enjoy used women’s and children’s cloth- SEMINAR: ing is sold today and tomorrow call Linda at 905-426-2923. a.m. at 29 Linton St. Call 905-683- A free introductory dinner, music and fashion. $22 per EUCHRE: The Ladies Auxiliary of 8460 for more information. seminar about the Mindfulness-Based person. For tickets and more infor- from 9 a.m. to noon at Heights City MICROSOFT: Church, 477 Kingston Rd., Pickering. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 Learn about Microsoft Stress Reduction technique is from mation call 905-427-3072 (Janet). All proceeds go to Hands of Hope, a ministry helping the community. 416- 728-4741 or 905-420-0229 (Wendy). ADDICTION: The Serenity Group 12-step recovery meeting begins at Honda 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group Offers valid on new 2007

meets every week and deals with  addictions of all types, including co- dependency. Child care can be ar- ranged with advance notice. Everyone welcome. 905-428-9431 (Jim). SATURDAY, MARCH 17 BRIDGE CLUB: The Pickering and Village Senior Bridge Club meets at 7

p.m. at 29 Linton St. in Ajax. Call 905- APR for 48 / months.9% lease #Monthly payment 683-8460 for more information. F2817EX / 2007 Ridgeline LX,YK1647E / 2007 CR-V LX, model model MONDAY, MARCH 19 42 / $860.95 per month for 36 months. Cost of borrowing CRIBBAGE: Enjoy a game of crib- ion is $27,586.86 / $29,678.76 $30,102.84 $23,541.00. Taxes, license, bage for seniors with the Ajax Seniors Friendship Club, Mondays at 1 p.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- $1,500 gas card available on new 2007 Odysseys and Pilots. £#†

tre, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. Beginners  welcome but should come earlier. Audrey (905-426-6265). PARKINSON SOCIETY: The Care Partners support group of the Dur- ham Region chapter of Parkinson So- Odyssey LX model RL3827E ciety Canada holds its monthly meet- PURCHASE FINANCING LEASE FOR LEASE APR ing at 7:30 p.m. The meeting is at 716 † £ % # Car and Driver’s Tulip Crt., Oshawa. 1-866-264-3345. $ % “5Best” Trucks FOR 36 @ FOR 48 ¥ 2.9 MONTHS 398 4.9 MONTHS for 2007. MSRP* TUESDAY, MARCH 20 $33,300 PER MONTH ON APPROVED CREDIT WITH $5,095 DOWN $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT TOASTMASTERS: Learn how to ∑ improve your public speaking abilities LX with the Pickering Powerhouse Toast- $1,500 ODYSSEY masters Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 Enjoy smooth sedan-like handling and row after row of interior luxury p.m. The group meets at the Pickering and innovation. Plus a quadruple 5-Star NHTSA rating¥ WINNER. Central Library (Kingston and Glenan- na roads). Guests are welcomed and encouraged to attend any meeting. Thomas (905-231-0121). Take the Honda Test Drive. It costs nothing. It proves everything. DISCUSSION GROUP: The Ajax Tuesday Morning Seniors’ Discussion Car and Driver’s “5Best” Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Trucks for 2007.¥ Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Ex- PURCHASE FINANCING eter Rd., Ajax. Gail Simpson from the LX † PILOT ¥ % Victorian Order of Nurses speaks on A WINNER as an IIHS ‘2007 Top Safety Pick’, FOR 36 MONTHS $1,500 ‘Five Reasons Why Seniors Should Ex- Pilot holds a full load of your friends, your gear, 2.9 $36,400 MSRP*

ercise’. Everyone welcome. 905-683- and delivers peace of mind. Every Pilot has YK1647E / 2007 CR-V LX,el Inc., model RE3837E available through Honda Canada Finance on approved credit. £4.9% / 3.9% 4.9% 5. ™ ® LEASE FOR LEASE APR $1,505 freight and PDI, first monthly payment and $0 / security deposit due at lease inception. lease obligat Total 7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ) to help keep £ 05 / $1,505 freight and PDI,APR equals $1,010.64 / $1,100.65 $1,077. financed at †2.9% / 2.9% 3.9% #

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MONTHS es, license, insurance and registration are extra. Retailer may sell for less. Retailer order / trade may be necessary. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21 438 3.9 reported by Car and Driver, March 2007. and iihs.org for more information. See safercar.gov for details. Visit vehicles.gc.ca PER MONTH ON APPROVED CREDIT WITH $5,010 DOWN ROUGE HILL SENIORS: The Rouge $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT Hill Seniors’ Club plays darts Wednes- Pilot LX 2WD model YF2817EX days at 10 a.m. and lawn bowling Wednesdays at 1 p.m. The fun is at the 2007 NHTSA Quadruple “5-Star rating” Petticoat Creek Community Centre, PURCHASE FINANCING 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering. All are LX %† FOR 36 welcome. 905-420-4660, ext. 6302. RIDGELINE MONTHS WEIGHT LOSS: Ridgeline’s solid 7-Step Ladder Frame 2.9 TOPS (Take Off $35,600 MSRP* Pounds Sensibly) meets every Unibody construction takes on the toughest terrain and helps make it an NHTSA 5-Star LEASE FOR LEASE APR Wednesday in the lower level of Peace # £ Rating¥ WINNER. $ % Lutheran Church, 928 Liverpool Rd., @ FOR 48 438 4.9 MONTHS PER MONTH ON APPROVED CREDIT WITH $5,382 DOWN $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

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for more information and to locate your nearest dealer visit: www.honda.ca is $398 / $438 $338, with $5,095 / $5,010 $5,382 $4,426 down payment or equivalent trade, $1,505 / insurance and registration are extra. 96,000 / km allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. R models from March 1st,April 2nd, 2007 through 2007 at participating Honda retailers. See your Honda retailer for full details. ¥As Limited time lease offers based on new 2007 Odyssey LX, model RL3827E / 2007 Pilot LX 2WD,YF2817EX / 2007 Ridgeline LX, model mod RE3837E available through Honda Canada Finance Inc.,RE3837E available through Honda Canada Finance on approved credit. *MSRP is $33,300 / $36,400 $35,600 $27,700, plus $1,5 is $1,577.98 / $1,718.53 $1,682.26 $1,789.18 for a total obligation of $36,382.98/ $39,623.53 / $38,787.26 $30,994.18. Tax A/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 durhamregion.com Diana Hills-Milligan to head up board of trade governing council

DURHAM — Diana Hills- ecutive assistant to the chief Hills-Milligan wants to “con- are Joan Wideman, John Donna McFarlane and Dave City of Pickering, and Luisa Milligan admits she has big administrative officer of Ve- tinue to celebrating” busi- Copetti, Craig Oldman, Cyn- Johnson. DaRocha, with the Town of shoes to fill, but she’s ready ridian Corporation. nesses doing exceptional thia Cusack, Elana Arthurs, Lynn Winterstein, with the Ajax, are serving as advisors. for the challenge. Among Ms. Hills-Milligan’s work. Promoting economic Ms. Hills-Milligan is the plans for the coming year are development in the area, “for AJAX IN MARCH 235 BAYLY ST. WEST • OPEN THURSDAY THRU SATURDAY WITH MONTHLY SUNDAY SPECIALS new president of to “see the board the benefit of our member- CANADA’S NATIONAL STAND-UP COMEDY COMPANY the Ajax-Pickering working more ship,” is another goal. YOU CAN ORDER THIS CALENDAR DELIVERED MONTHLY ON-LINE AT YUKYUKS.COM • VISIT OUR CLUBS ACROSS CANADA Board of Trade’s closely with the Other members of the gov- MARCH 15-17 TIM NUTT SUNDAY MARCH 25 governing council. Region, along with erning council include Ms. MARCH 22-24 JAY BROWN “I follow in great the other munici- Paterson as the chairwoman, SHOW TIMES April GERRY DEE LIVE! footsteps. Joan palities, to create Don Terry as first vice-presi- Thursday: 8:00 p.m. 13th & 14th “One Night Only! Wideman and a list of priorities dent, John G. Smith (second Friday: 8:00 & 10:30 p.m. TRAILER Tracy Paterson for provincial in- vice-president), Tim Kellar Saturday: 7:30 & 10:30 p.m. MARCH 29 - 31 have made signifi- vestment in an (treasurer), Janis Amzallag Thursdays $10.00 PARK BOYS cant contributions ongoing attempt (corporate secretary), and Fridays & Saturdays $15.00 JASON ROUSE LIVE! to the rebuilding of to position the Re- Cameron Murkar (legal advi- Taxes Included “Back By Popular Demand!” this board of trade,” gion of Durham sor). RESERVE ON-LINE OR CALL Diana Hills-Milligan ALL SHOW LISTINGS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE YUKYUKS.COM (416) 967-6425 • (905) 434-4985 she says of the past as a destination of Serving as directors and current chairwomen of choice for businesses.” the board. “I intend to contin- She’d also like to ensure ue and maintain the growth there are more opportuni- that they have begun and to ties for board members to bring more recognition to our meet and market their prod- board.” ucts and services. Each year, Ms. Hills-Milligan is the the board holds its Business FREEDATECONNECTIONCOM public affairs officer and ex- Excellence Awards and Ms. #OMESEEW H E R E A L L T H E S E X Y S I N G L E S A R E  VinotecaVintecaVinoteca Inc. Inc. Inc. Premium PremiumPremium Winery Winery WineryWinery Why bother making your own when you can purchase aged wines Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay 18 Litres For $85.00 In Returnable, Refundable Containers with easy pour spouts Your satisfaction is our guarantee Private labels for: Weddings, Anniversaries and Corporate Events Prices subject to change without prior notice Our sales rep in your area – Audrey Collier 905-428-9976 www.vinotecawinery.ca

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Former chief says: A good chief will consult and then McAlpine the selection committee arrive at a decision he or she must did receive indications of interest ‘If you want to be then stand by, Mr. McCagherty said. from Durham cops. loved, you’ve picked “The view of what a chief does In the end Mr. White was select- is always going to be seen by some ed, presenting an excellent and ex- the wrong job.’ to be the right thing to do and by tensive list of credentials. It was that others as the absolute wrong thing,” same curriculum vitae, presumably, By Jeff Mitchell the former chief, now a professional that made Mr. White so attractive to [email protected] consultant in Oshawa, said. the service that hired him. “If you cannot live with criticism In light of Chief White’s early and DURHAM — For the second time you’re going to have a very hard unexpected departure, Mr. Dejeet in two years, Durham Region is in time. You must press on.” was asked how much weight is the market for a new chief of police. Politics are an inevitable aspect placed on a potential candidate’s Members of the police services of the job, Mr. McCagherty said: commitment to fulfilling the length board will huddle soon to discuss “Chiefs of police are wont to say of tenure, typically five years, out- the process of selecting a new top they don’t want to get involved in lined in the contract the new chief cop, an exercise necessitated by the politics but many of the things they enters into with the service. surprising March 1 announcement do involve a political process.” “Security and tenure is always a that Vernon White, installed as chief Added to the pressure is the ur- Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo topic of discussion,” Mr. Dejeet said. in 2005, is leaving to assume leader- gency of policing, which at its es- Former Durham Region Police Chief Trevor McCagherty says ‘there’s no place He added that despite his an- ship of the Ottawa police service. sence is first-line response to emer- to hide when you’re a community leader.’ nouncement he’s leaving less than The gency situations. Things change two years into his deal with Dur- For more on this story process quickly in the 21st Century. Durham, the tenure of then-Chief time for debate. Because when ham, Chief White has acted “most of select- “We used to deal with change at a Kevin McAlpine was roiled in the somebody calls 911, they want ac- honourably” with respect to the ing a new high speed,” Mr. McCagherty said. late 1990s by what amounted to tion. terms of his contract. chief is “Today’s chief has to deal with it an uprising led by firebrand Terry “When push comes to shove the bound to at light speed.” Ryan, the association boss at the job has to be done.” • • • be watched with intense interest by time. Tensions culminated in an ex- officers, the politicians who govern • • • traordinary vote of non-confidence • • • Whomever the successful candi- the service, and the residents who by the membership that led to calls date, he or she will be signing on for pay for it. Rank and file officers want a for the chief’s resignation. When the office of chief is open a job that’s intense and involved to It’s a process that typically takes leader who provides vision, direc- Chief McAlpine rode out that coppers inevitably tend to look a point beyond the comprehension months as candidates are screened tion and has their collective back, storm and subsequent flare-ups, within the organization to fill the of the typical 9 to 5 worker, Mr. Mc- and analyzed for their ability to ful- said Tom Andrews, president of the choosing his own time to retire in void, Mr. Andrews allowed. It’s an Cagherty said. fill a challenging and complex man- Durham Region Police Association, 2005. Ask people today about his insular organization and the mem- “In an average week I’d have date. which represents more than 800 legacy and they’re as likely to men- bers tend to identify most with a maybe two nights at home,” he re- “There’s no place to hide when uniformed members. tion the strides made in staffing and candidate they consider to be one of called. you’re a community leader,” said “You need someone who under- upgrades in equipment and tech- their own. And, while a change of leadership Trevor McCagherty, who rose stands the job,” said Mr. Andrews. nology -- and an accompanying in- “I think there’s a strong argument can be unsettling for those who’ll through the ranks of the Durham “You definitely need a dynamic crease in the service’s budget -- as that a candidate from within car- serve under and with the new boss, police service before serving as chief leader who has walked the walk and labour strife. ries with him or her a definite ad- it’s an essential part of sustaining from 1992 until retiring in 1997. talked the talk.” Tensions are inevitable in the vantage,” the association boss said. the ongoing vision and effectiveness “(The successful candidate) must Mr. Andrews describes the police highly-charged -- and highly politi- “They could be viewed as somebody of a police service. Static leadership have determination and clarity of service as a “paramilitary” organi- cized -- world of policing, Mr. An- we know, somebody who’s come up can lead to staleness and resistance purpose. They have to be excellent zation, with all the elements that drews said. From the perspective through the ranks -- somebody who to change, Mr. McCagherty said. communicators and communicate entails: a system of ranks and gradu- of the beat cop, leadership means doesn’t need to be brought up to If he were to offer counsel to the for that purpose.” ated advancement based on experi- commitment to the collective ideals speed.” new chief, it would be this: Hone A chief of police balances de- ence and merit, the direction and of the service, as well as vision for In an interview shortly after the your vision, listen to your constitu- mands from cops, politicians and success of which is predicated on the furthering of those ideals -- and news of Chief White’s departure ency -- including the people you the community, a challenge even strong, effective leadership. the ability to command the atten- broke, police association deputy work with and for -- and stand by before you consider there will be “The leader must earn the respect tion and respect of a large and di- chairman Bert Dejeet said candi- the decisions you make. times when the interests of these of his officers,” he said. “It is hugely verse group of people engaged in a dates who have risen through the “You have to be determined but various elements can be at odds. In important for the leader to com- charged, “high-octane” atmosphere. ranks in Durham are welcome to not resistant to communication and responding to demands for policing mand the respect of the member- Mis-steps are long remembered. apply for the top job. allowing others to participate in the in a community, a chief may run ship.” “You’re appointing a leader who “We certainly encourage it,” he decision-making, knowing that ul- up against budget constraints. Re- The history of policing is rife with has to be followed,” Mr. Andrews said. “Our objective is to find the timately it’s your decision,” Mr. Mc- quirements by politicians to contain examples of what occurs when there said of the task of hiring a chief. best possible (candidate).” Cagherty said. expenses may run afoul of police is a loss of trust and respect be- “When the chief says, we’re going During the lengthy search to find “If you want to be loved, you’ve associations. tween officers and their leaders. 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DURHAM — The Griffens are a middle- Their solution is rather unorthodox as ing at Class Act Dinner Theatre. MARCH 16, 2007 aged couple, married for years and now you’ll discover in ‘My Husband’s Wild De- The farce by John Tobias is a satire on experiencing some problems. sires Almost Drove Me Mad’, the new offer- sexual oddities and all the pop psychology and self-help books of the 70s, said director Be part of DWAC’S Mike Woodbridge. Mystery Masterpiece “It’s set in the late 70s, early 80s. It’s about

an upperclass couple who live in an apart- ment and whose sex life is flagging. They are DURHAM — Create a masterpiece very devoted,” he said. and support the creation of an arts centre The children have left the nest and middle- in west Durham. aged crisis looms. The independent busi- The Durham West Arts Centre (DWAC) nessman husband, having sexual troubles, presents its Mystery Masterpiece Art Sales wants to carry out certain fantasies which and Auction on April 19 at 7 p.m. at the his wife seems willing to go along with. Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility in Other characters get drawn into this, in- Ajax. cluding a voyeur landlord, a hapless burglar Durham artists are invited to take part just out of jail and the wife’s sister, whose by donating a piece of art for the event. husband has just left her. Draw or paint in any medium on an 8-inch-x- 10-inch piece of paper or canvas. Sculptors “It’s a very dysfunctional group,” says and fabric artists are invited to participate Woodbridge. “What makes it funny is there as well. are lots of human traits in the characters that The work should be unframed, signed we can all relate to in some way. on the back and delivered to 40 Bolland Nancy Gleed and David Lepp play the Cres. in Ajax. Pickup can possibly be ar- Griffens while Daniel Wyse of Ajax is the ranged. Attendees at the event bid on the AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo burglar, Daryl Marks of Pickering the land- lord and Francis Stecyk of Ajax the sister. All pieces without knowing who created them. The evening also features refreshments and The Class Act Dinner Theatre in Whitby presents ‘My Husband’s Wild Desires Almost Drove Me are Class Act regulars. entertainment by The Young Singers and Mad’ until April 28. The cast includes, in front row from left, Daniel Wyse of Ajax as the burglar, For ticket information and reservations, The Durham Philharmonic Choir. Pickering’s Daryl Marks as Connelly and Nancy Gleed as Mrs. Griffin. In the back are David Lepp call 905-668-2229 or go to www.classactdin- All proceeds go to the DWAC and as Mr. Griffin and Fran Stecyk of Ajax as Louise. nertheatre.com. DWAC Foundation, dedicated to building a performing and visual arts centre in the area. Every Easter egg has a story in Kent Farndale Gallery exhibit Among the artists participating are Franklin the Turtle illustrator Brenda Clark, sculptors Edward Falkenberg, Ruth Aber- DURHAM — Doris Cherkas and Sheila vests. They also combated curses and fears. too in her colourful works. The self-taught nethy and Dorsey James, and painters Pa- Ruth Maloney live at opposite ends of Dur- Young married couples were given eggs with contemporary folk artist derives inspiration mela Auguste and Angela Hennessy. Many ham Region but they’ve come together for a rooster or chicken motif, to ensure fertility. from Biblical stories but also from the com- of the artists are attending. the new exhibit at the Kent Farndale Gallery Cherkas said she still uses earth tones on munity around her. At the exhibit in Port Tickets are $100 each and available in Port Perry. eggs, although she also uses the more colour- Perry, you’ll spot many familiar landscapes, from Gary Faulkner at 905-686-1325 or Lasting Legacy and Selective Memory fea- ful, contemporary colours and designs too. all done in Maloney’s primitive style. She [email protected], with information for artists’ ture the works of Cherkas, of Oshawa, and Today, these eggs are important symbols of likes to paint the scenes and events in her tickets available as well at www.dwac.ca. her family and of Maloney, who lives near Ukrainian culture and offer an opportunity to area of north Durham. For more information on submitting a work, call Mr. Faulkner at 905-686-1325 or Zephyr. The colourful pysanky and naive art mix an ancient art form with the contempo- “I paint the things that I see and that are Maria at 905-421-9058. will be on display through March 29. rary, she said. Chromej-Johnston has created happening in my community,” she said. Cherkas, her sisters Irene Chromej-John- a series of eggs like nesting dolls and she and Her works have been purchased by muse- ston and Maria Steventon, and Steventon’s Ferguson have designed ones with religious ums and galleries around the world, shown Seniors invited to daughter, Melanie Ferguson and son Andrew icons. Ferguson has also created optical illu- and hung across Canada, the United States, Steventon, are artists in pysanky, the Ukrai- sions based on the works of M.C. Esher. England and other countries, and purchased audition for jubilee nian art of design and colour, on a fragile “Each egg can tell a story or send a mes- by the Museum of Civilization. canvas, eggs. sage,” Cherkas said. “There are special eggs The gallery, at 231 Water St., is open Mon- Cherkas, Steventon and Chromej-Johnston you can do for a certain person or a message day, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., DURHAM — Entertainers 50 years and are the daughters of Anna Chromej, a woman you want to get across.” Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and older are invited to audition for the 2007 known in and around Oshawa for her Ukrai- Telling stories is something Maloney does Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. RBC Seniors’ Jubilee, which runs Aug. 13 to nian Easter eggs. She taught her children and 17 at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. grandchildren the art of pysanky and they’ve The acts range from pop and jazz to country, folk, gospel and classical, in addi- taken it in their own directions. tion music hall comedians and outrageous “That’s why we are calling it Lasting Lega- vaudevillians. Each days matinee starts at cy,” Cherkas said, adding her mother learned 11 a.m. with two hours of informal enter- the art from her late mother who learned it tainment where audience members dance from her mother and so on. to live bands, sing along with choirs, enjoy Ukrainian Easter eggs are called pysanky, wandering minstrels and visit exhibits. At 1 from the Ukrainian word, pysaty, to write. p.m., the three-hour stage show begins on The decoration is a complex, painstaking the theatre stage. process, involving repeated waxing of the Audition applications are being ac- eggs and dyes in as many colours as the artist cepted by mail, telephone, fax and e-mail. wants. To arrange an audition provide the name The history of pysanky predates Christian- of your act, address, telephone number and a brief description of the act to: RBC ity in Ukraine, when decorated eggs were Seniors’ Jubilee, c/o Canadian Organization talismans, their symbols representing nature of Senior Artists and Performers, Atten- and the coming of spring. Once Christianity tion: Wayne Burnett, artistic director, 603 was introduced, the old symbols took on reli- Christy Chase/ News Advertiser photo 1/2 Parliament St., Toronto, ON, M4X 1P9. gious meanings, Cherkas said. Different area Or call 416-926-3796, fax 416-260-5627, or of Ukraine have different designs for eggs. Oshawa residents, from left, Melanie Ferguson, Irene Chromej-Johnston and Doris Cherkas, keep e-mail [email protected]. Eggs were given to signify reconciliation, the ancient art of Ukrainian egg decorating in the family. Ferguson is the niece of sisters Chromej- The deadline for applications is April good health, beauty, strength or good har- Johnston and Cherkas. They have a display of pysanky on now at the Kent Farndale Gallery. 30. A/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 durhamregion.com

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SPORTSsportsdurhamregion.com FROM THE NET OUT Sports briefs Panthers’ back to the wall MARCH 16, 2007 [ Volleyball ] It’s either win or be swept for Pickering Provincial league final in Pickering By Al Rivett [email protected] PICKERING — The Ontario Vol- PICKERING — It all comes down leyball League hosts its championship to tonight’s (Friday) game for the in the city this weekend. Pickering Panthers. Five teams from across Ontario It’s either find a way to break will compete at Pine Ridge Secondary through for a victory over the St. School on Saturday, beginning at 9 a.m. The teams are the Toronto Blues Michael’s Buzzers or allow a bril- Brothers, Barrie Diggers, Ottawa liant Cinderella playoff run to come Capitals, Regulators and the Toronto to a close. Ruffriders. The Panthers must stave off elimi- According to organizer Mike nation Friday at the Pickering Rec- Slean, the tournament is a rare op- reation Complex (game time is 7:30 portunity for volleyball enthusiasts p.m.) as they trail the best-of-seven to catch some high level indoor vol- OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ leyball. Each of the five teams partici- Hockey League South Conference pating has a number of high-profile final series three games to none. players from the national, provincial Game five in the series, if necessary, and professional ranks. is in Toronto on Sunday at 7 p.m. The tournament concludes with the gold-medal game at 5 p.m. Spec- Panthers’ head coach Pat Curcio tators are welcome; there’s no cost believes his charges will persevere to attend. and prolong the series. “We’re in a tough spot; we’re down 3-0, but we’ve been down be- [ Tennis ] fore,” says Curcio, referring to his Panthers returning from 3-1 game Dunmoore club deficits in previous playoff series with the Toronto Junior Canadians hosts signups and the Vaughan Vipers to win in PICKERING — Game 7. AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo The Dunmoore “If we get some of our players Pickering Panthers’ goalie Brad Fogal awaits the shot from St. Michael’s Buzzers’ Greg Miller as a Pickering defence- Tennis Club hosts its signups for the man sprawls in an attempt to block the shot. The visiting Buzzers defeated the Panthers 6-1 at the Pickering Recreation back, we’ll be OK. We’re not going to summer season next month. Complex on Sunday night. On Tuesday night, St. Mike’s blasted the Panthers 11-3 in Game 3 in Toronto. They can sweep The club, which uses the courts lay down. We’re going to battle one the conference final series with a victory in Pickering tonight (Friday). at Dunmoore Park on Whites Road game at a time. If we play like we’re south, holds registration days on capable of playing for 60 minutes we Wednesday, April 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. can do it. We’ll be ready for Friday. Moreover, Phil McIlhone, Chad Panthers find themselves in a deep Mike’s a two-goal lead. and on Sunday, April 14 from 10 a.m. All it takes is one win to change the Beal and Greg Payne are also suffer- hole in the series, says Curcio. With only 15 seconds gone in the to noon at the Pickering Recreation series.” ing injuries. While Curcio didn’t dis- “If we had of had a few days to third, Sean Fontyn scored to put the Complex’s upstairs meeting room. The Panthers have been without cuss the injuries to Beal and McIl- regroup and practice (after the Buzzers in front 6-3, which was a For more information, call mem- Richard Schofield, their captain, hone, he noted Payne was cut for 30 Vaughan series), we would have dagger for the Panthers to say the bership chairwoman Judy Schneider leading scorer and veteran presence, stitches to his face in Tuesday’s 11-3 been better prepared,” he notes. least. The rout was on from there as at 905-420-8333. who’s been out with a concussion, loss to the Buzzers. He notes Payne Mostly, the Panthers have to put St. Mike’s scored five more times in suffered in Game 7 of the Vaughan may play tonight, but will need to Tuesday’s 11-3 shellacking in To- the period. Sign up for Ajax series. His status for Friday’s game, wear a visor or cage. ronto in the rearview mirror. The For the first time in the playoffs, says Curcio, is still uncertain. Also “When you start breaking it down, contest, says Curcio, was close up Panthers’ starter Brad Fogal got the club March 31 out for the entirety of the St. Mike’s without making excuses, we’re a until the second period where the hook in the third period after allow- AJAX — series thus far is veteran forward beat down hockey club,” says Curcio Panthers trailed 4-3 entering the ing the sixth St. Mike’s goal. Con- The Ajax Tennis Club hosts signups for its summer sea- Kris Belan with an eye condition. regarding the mounting injuries. final minute of play in the frame. nor Sampson, who hasn’t played a son later this month. Belan’s grit and hustle have also Injuries and lack of preparation With 16 seconds left in the second, single minute in the playoffs, took Registration is at the Ajax been sorely missed. have been the key reasons why the Brendan Smith scored to give St. over and was beaten for five goals. Winter Tennis Bubble on Saturday, March 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The tennis bubble is at the south-west corner of the Ajax Community Cen- Howard rink sweeps up big bucks following Brier victory tre (75 Centennial Rd.) parking lot.

By Jim Easson Sandy Beach Sports Canada Funding for two ton from March 31 to April 8. not allowed a warm-up slide. If one Special to the News Advertiser years. This is in addition to $40,000 In other Brier news, Annandale could literally draw a stone to the registration soon DURHAM — Winning the Brier in cresting revenue for placing member, Ajax resident, and Brier button, they would ‘win’ the new not only added to the prestige of themselves in the Brier final. volunteer Lorraine Scanlan became car. Nobody did, but Lorraine came PICKERING — The Sandy Beach ’s Ontario rink that Moreover, the Howard rink re- one of eight to be drawn from more away with a backpack, a $50 gas Tennis Club invites new and returning included Pickering Olympian Rich- ceives automatic berths in the 2009 than 25,000 entries for a chance voucher, and a new vest. Also, the members to get on court this sum- ard Hart, but also increased the Trials, the 2007 Continental to win a new car (two-year lease). eight had the comfort of a private mer. team’s collective coffers, too. Cup, and the 2008 Strauss Canada Forms to enter a ‘draw to the button’ box to view the Brier Final game. The club’s holding its signup The Brier victory, Cup. contest were available at the Brier. ••• sessions, beginning on Saturday, a 10-6 win over in The Howard rink, which also in- The draws were conducted after the Annandale Curling Club hosts the March 31 from 1 to 3 p.m. and Sunday’s final at Hamilton’s Copps cludes and Craig Sav- fifth end of the final game. The eight 42nd annual St. Pat’s Mixed Bon- Wednesday, April 4 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pickering Recre- Coliseum, gives each member of ill, represents Canada at the World lucky players were not allowed to spiel at the club on Saturday, March ation Complex’s meeting room 1. the Howard team $1,500 per month Curling Championship in Edmon- practice, had no sweepers, and were 17. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 16, 2007, PAGE 25 A/P

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BRAKE PRESS/SHEAR operator A division of Challenger Motor Freight is growing WAREHOUSE COORDINATOR for F/T position, fork lift again and currently requires experienced... licence/fabrication experience an Color Ad Group located in Pickering, ON asset. Apply in person at requires a full-time warehouse coordinator. 963 Brock Rd. further, Reporting to the Plant Manager, the AZ Drivers CARPENTER & LABOURER successful candidate will be responsible for needed. Carpenter must have • multi-axle heavy haul faster with minacs. raw material and finished goods storage, min. 2 years residential framing • 250 mile radius from Toronto experience. Own transportation and all shipping and receiving activity. 5 required. $10-$27 per hour, If you have a desire to be part of a team in a years manufacturing industry experience as based on experience. Call caring environment, we want to hear from you! At minacs,we well as ability to use forklift equipment (905)925-1534 Please apply: 1-888-857-9940 Fax: 905-853-3121 believe that our in a safe manner are necessary to be e-mail: [email protected] HIRING LABOURERS AND strength as a company considered for this position. SHINGLERS for roofing crew in is in our commitment to the Durham Region. Experience CAM HILTZ TRUCKING Interested candidates should forward their a must. Own vehicle an asset. our employees and our résumés and a detailed cover letter to: Call Xtreme Contracting Ltd. focus on culture. [email protected] (905)666-1550

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EXECUTIVE FURNISHED APT. First/last. Available April 1. No public for free. inclusive. Available pets/smoking. (905)622-5622 DENTAL HYGIENIST required PICKERING SALON AND SPA on Ajax's Deer Creek golf course. Www.Durham located Whites Rd/401 area, now. First/last req'd. Ajax Hardwood floors, indoor parking, for temporary position in Oshawa *3 Bed. Main floor office. Mon-Thursday. Please Bank newly renovated and modern. 416-436-7540, AJAX security, digital tv/internet, appli- OSHAWA, 2-bdrm modern bsmt fax resume to 905-576-4403 Established. Call 905-999-3733. bungalow, ances/full kitchen. References apt in brick bungalow. Near bus, Foreclosures.Com *2 bed. bsmt. apt. $1800 all inclusive. 905-426-9119 schools, daycare. Wilson/Harmo- Dan Plowman, Salesperson, www.electricityforum.com/ ny/Olive area. No pets, non- Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage 1 BEDROOM at 301 Cordova, *Bachelor apt. DENTAL OFFICE MANAG- rental.htm. smokers. $850/mo. Includes ER/TREATMENT COORDINA- Oshawa. 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From 5.1 % for 5 years. $1400/mo. inclusive. Call 416- Large suites, freshly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- Registered Nurses shopping, transit. $388,800. 138 Best available rates. Private 2 BDR. APT.Near to O.C. Quiet 567-7519 ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new DENTAL RECEPTIONIST re- Bendamere Crescent. OPEN funds available. Refinancing debt decorated. Must see Part-Time and Casual quired full time for happy east area, completely renovated. Like kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- HOUSE March 18, 2-4pm. consolidation a specialty. For new. Fridge/stove, washer/dryer, to appreciate. curity. Near hospital, bus stop. ✓ Scarborough family practice. Ex- fast professional service call AJAX CENTRAL, 2-bedroom 5% OFF TO RETIREES Registered Practial Nurses cellent hours. Must be com- parking. No pets. $800+hydro. basement, full bath, large yard, Avail. March/April. Call 905-728- (905)666-4986 References. Phone (905)579- OR SENIORS 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 Casual fortable with computers. No parking, share laundry. Available weekends. Call Marlene 416-284- 7665 after 3pm April 1st. Call (905)995-2237 905-438-0120 www.apartmentsinontario.com Email 9994 leave message LOAN FINANCE OSHAWA, Ritson/Wolfe, 2 bed- 2-2 BEDROOM apts, walking dis- NEWLY DECORATED 1 bed- [email protected] A RENT TO OWN newly renovat- SPECIALIST tance to GM, large backyard, room, utilities, parking, ESTABLISHED Acupuncture ed 2 storey detached, 4 - 5 bed- AJAX SOUTH, 1-bedroom room apartment in clean/quiet freshly painted, new flooring, basement private entrance, large fridge/stove inclusive. First/last, ✓ Horticultural Therapist clinic is looking for a RMT, nego- rooms, 4 bathrooms, jaccuzzi, N/W Oshawa home. Private available April 1st. Call 647-404- tiable agreement, great location Personal/ great location, close to Go train. windows, eat-in-kitchen and 4pc. entrance, partially furnished, fireplace, appliances finished shopping. Avail April 1. Call 1786. 9 hours weekly in Whitby. Call (905)922-2232 basement, nice area of Oshawa. Business Loans bath. $800/inclusive, first, last, parking, laundry, non-smoker. Dave, (905)903-0597 references. No smoking/pets, (905)728-2395. Email No Agents (705) 722-2145. Available For OSHAWA, SIMCOE/OLIVE, 1 FULL-TIME DENTAL Reception- All Purposes (905)686-0210. 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., NORTH EAST OSHAWA - bedroom in 4 plex. $675+hydro. [email protected] ist/Level II Assistant position EARLY POSSESSION. North Parking, heat included. First/last, Monday-Friday, no evenings or very large, plus solarium. Laundry AJAX, great condo by lake, Hospital area. 1 bedroom apt., Oshawa. Raised bungalow, 3+ 905-239-1867 second floor. Parking. Clean, large backyard, quiet street. Mailing address: weekends. Duties include: basic bdrms. Demand location! In- facilities, appliances. Near 2brm, 2bth, 5 appliances (laun- Oshawa Centre. Parking for 2. quiet, newly renovated. No pets. (905)240-1359 after 4pm, 416- reception, occasional assisting ground pool with southern expo- dry), w/balc, fireplace, 2parking, 827-0957, anytime The Village of Taunton Mills work required. For Pickering of- $925/month. Available immedi- pool, close to GO/Hwy. Avail. Available April 1st. $610/mo. all sure! Ravine! Lots of privacy. PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd inclusive. 905-571-7840. 3800 Brock St North fice. Fax resume to 905-831-5975 $319,000 negotiable Agents wel- mortgages. Consolidate bills, low ately. References. No pets. Call May lst. $1250 no smoking/pets. (905)571-0631 Call 905-839-9818. OSHAWA, spotless, clean newly Whitby, Ontario comed. (905)439-0221 rates. No appraisal needed. Bad decorated, Two large - 1 bed- Oral Surgery, Registered Nurse credit okay. Save money. No obli- NORTH Oshawa - 2 and 3 bed- L1R 3A5 room, April 15/May lst. Clean, room apartments. all inclusive, 12 month maternity locum. Mon- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter 2-BEDROOM NORTH OSHAWA, AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS. Spa- with cable. No smoking/pets. Fri, approx 30 hrs, per week, (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- family building. Heat, hydro and Rossland/Ritson. Newer well cious apartments, quiet bldg, two appliances included. Pay First/last, references. April benefits. Please send resume to ers maintained clean, quiet adult life- near shopping, GO. Pool. 2 & 3- lst./May lst. $775. each Dr. Klein/Dr Fenwick. 619 King- cable, parking and laundry fa- style building. Suits retired/ma- bedroom apt., from $999 & cilities. (905)723-2094 (905)723-7228. ston Road. w. #10 Ajax. L1S 6B4 ture working adult. $900 incl. no BRAND NEW 2-BR. CONDO for $1099, available March & April. pets. Available April/May 1st 905-683-8421, 905-683-5322 or NORTH OSHAWA, 2 bedroom rent in the Port of Newcastle, (905)720-2352 OSHAWA, SPRING SPECIAL! PDA LEVEL II- Full time, chair minutes from beach, marina, res- 905-683-8571. $800. and 1 bedroom $750. for Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms in SWIMMING POOL SERVICE side assisting, as well as adminis- taurant & walking trail. Beautiful rent. Includes utilities, fridge, senior lifestyle bldgs. Large person. Established company re- trative duties (ordering insurance view of the lake! Tennis courts/In- 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, 271 CELINA ST, Oshawa, 2 bed- APRIL 1ST possession- Oshawa stove, parking. Call 905-435- units. New kitchens & applianc- TRANSMISSION Re & Re per- pre-auth) experience essential, quires experienced service per- son, or 3rd, 4th or 5th year ap- door Pool/Exercise Room coming Oshawa. Starting from $450/mo room basement apartment, sep- North, 2 bed. on main level in 0703 or 416-902-1174. es, carpeting, windows, security. son. Good salary, vehicle and fu- fax resume to Att: Laura, 905- soon. With s/s fridge, stove, dish- plus heat/hydro. Avail. April/May arate entrance, fridge/stove, 1 small quiet building. Fully reno- Near schools/bus stop & prentice. Full time. Call 905- 434-8520. ture. G2 gas licence helpful. Fax 432-3935 or fax 905-432-2384 washer, washer/dryer, a/c. 1. First/last, references. 304 Sim- free parking. $650/inclusive, avi- vated-carpet/tiles, repainted, A/C, UXBRIDGE Brock St. West, amenities. Available resume to: 905-420-7579, [email protected] Available Immediately. First/Last. coe St. South or 17 St. alble April 1st. No dogs. covered parking, $925/inclusive. newly renovated, Available im- March/April. 1-866-601-3083 or Bremner Pool and Spa. WANTED LIVE-IN CAREGIVER. $1200.00+. Call 905-987-3293 & Stephen 905-259-5796, 905-576- First/last. Seniors welcome. Call First/last required. Call 905-718- mediately, 2-bdrm $750. All inclu- 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsi- Please call 905-721-2043. leave msg. 8699. 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Accesso- er on site, vet checked and de- YORSHIRE TERRIER (Yorkie). month plus utilities. 5 appliances townhouse, garage, 4 appliances, 11 weeks old, perfect lap dog, trance, cable, parking, A/C, No March/April 1st. No pets. Close to fenced yard, available immediate- carpeted with cut pile carpet and ry package included. New in box. wormed. Ready for pickup March smoking/pets available immedi- and 2 parking spaces. Available Cost $4395 sell for $1500. 905- male and female, lovingly home April 1, call 905-623-6760. 401. Gas heating, 4-appliances, ly. $1150+ utilities. 416-286-3226. premium pad from $489 (30 yds). 17th. $500. (905)579-5614. ately, $900/mth all inclusive 905- front porch, back deck. First/last, Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN 213-4669. raised, parents on site. Health 231-9851 references. Call Marie between CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- guaranteed. $1100. Newcastle WHITBY beautiful 2 bedroom BLACK LAB PUPPIES, family area. (905)786-3183 plus den. 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Family PUTER ARMOIRE desk, doors TRAINING. high speed internet included). Im- bedroom, c/air, cable, bus at Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa close. $500. (905)983-6412 www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP mediate occupancy. 416-838- 1-bdrm + den legal bsmt BORDER TERRIER PUPS (like cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free door, close to all amenities. No (905)728-9830, Scarborough Bengie) vaccinated, dewormed, 797-2855. 3596, 905-421-9533 apt. Exceptionally clean, smoking, spotlessly clean. (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. pick up 7 days/week (anytime) SATELLITE TV, - NO MONTHLY ready to go! 905-344-1026, 905-424-3508 recently renovated, ex- (905)665-8504 [email protected], PICKERING, walk-out, spacious -AA ABA-DABA-DOO- Own your BILLS: XTC PVR..150.00 own home, no down payment re- cellent neighbourhood 20 STATION CIRCUIT Equip- ..DREAMBOX 00..200.00.... www.equilore.ca. and bright, 2-bedroom basement ment, includes: 10 Hydraulic ma- apartment, 4pc bath, fireplace, quired, from $525/month. WHY Parking, laundry, sep. AJAX - HARWOOD & HWY 2. Coolsat, Ariza X. for as low as ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS, old RENT? 5.09% OAC. $33,000+ furnished room in quiet home. chines,10 jogging squares. Ask- $99.00 Limited qtys. !!!! Condi- DASCHUNDS, miniature, long cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. laundry, 1-parking, internet, A/C, entrance. $725+hydro. ing $10,000. (905)427-8021. near 401, no smoking, available family income, up to $25,000 Laundry, cable, phone, parking tions apply. U-Neek Electronics. haired puppies, reds, CKC regis- 1993 FORD TEMPO, engine Free pickup. Call Bob anytime April 1st. $775 +50% utilities. Al- cash back (non-repayable) Call (905)867-8417 included. No smoking/pets. Work- Visit our store @ 226 Bloor St. E. tered, champion sired. Call 905- replaced, new gas tank, as is, (905)431-0407. ex, 905-686-4037 Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell ing male preferred. First/last. A BEDROOM SET, gorgeous Oshawa (905) 435-0202 (web:) 797-2119 or email: $1000 OBO. (905)623-4448 Available immediately. $450/mo. cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- [email protected] Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 OSHAWA - Grandview area. www.uneekelectronics.com: $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER [email protected] 416-893-0140. ror, tall dresser, night table, new. PICKERING- WHITES/401, clean Detached upper level, large 2- 1999 CHEV MALIBU 3.1L V6 WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Up and bright one bedroom base- Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call DOGGIE DAYCARE. Home Envi- to $500 cash for good cars and bdrms., garage, large deck off 416-524-2018. SOFAS, (2 matching) asking ronment. Rural Setting. Experi- automatic. White with tan interior. ment apt. Sep. entrance, burbur AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY master bedroom, all appliances. BROOKLIN/WHITBY/OSHAWA - $650 pair. Off white, in excellent trucks or free removal for scrap spacious 4-bdrm., 3 bathrooms, enced Supervision. Limited Excellent condition. Cert and E carpet, X2 parking, eat in kitchen, $1225/mo. utilities included. No Rooms to rent. Quiet homes, fur- condition. Both 3 seater's. Call tested for $3800.00. Phone cars and trucks. Speedy service. laundry, air, cable, high-speed freshly painted, Harwood/Hwy. 2. nished, utilities included. Some A MATTRESS SET. King Ortho- Space Available. References. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. dogs, first/last, references. Avail. (905)837-9966. (416)558-9141 (905) 571-5138. wireless, utilities inclusive. Non- upper level $1300+ utilities. April 1 or immediately. Rent will with satellite t.v., laundry, share pedic Pillow top set or Queen Set smoker, first/lst, $750/mo. All in- NORTH AJAX, 2-bdrm bungalow, never be raised on condition. full kitchen, parking, a/c. No available. New in plastic. Cost clusive! Call (905)837-0227 $1050+ utilities. April 1st. Call 905-434-1386, 905-431-0190. smoking/pets. Avail immed. From $1,600.00 Sacrifice King $550.00/ Dennis Morgan 416-587-0060, $450. Call 905-426-0916 Queen $250.00 647-271-5483. PORT PERRY 8km North. beau- 905-831-9500. OSHAWA King/ Wilson. 3+1 bed- A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. tiful bright 3 bedroom, cathedral room. Finished recroom. GREAT ROOM DEAL! Private ceilings, double-sided fireplace, 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent, $1180/mo. + utilities. First/last. FREE TO AIR. Sales, Installa- finished basement, 5 appliances, large house with lots of space, tions, Repairs, ViewSat-2000 living room, family/dining room, No smoking/pets. Available April $500/month, Newtonville. No den. sunroom, 2 1/2 baths, no air con, private backyard, very 1. Call 905-430-0249. Platimum, all models in-stock. nice neighborhood, close to smoking. Call 905-786-3107, Service and Sales. (905)999- smoking/pets. $1400/mo+ 905- leave message. 982-0853. everything. $1275+ utilities. North OSHAWA, CLEAN LARGE 1- 0362 Oshawa 905-449-4071. bedroom 2-storey semi-detached OSHAWA - Clean room in Come Worship PREFERRED OSHAWA location house, 401/Simcoe St. area. AAA CARPET FLOORING & Quiet area. 1-bedroom very 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent. Fridge, stove, driveway, fenced house, share kitchen and bath. HARDWOOD: Carpet 3 rooms bright, newly renovated and 401/Harwood. Available immedi- yard, asking $800 +utilities. Parking, phone, cable included. from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: painted, 9ft. ceilings, new appli- ately. $1200 plus utilities. 1-888- First/last. No pets. Avail. now No smoking/pets. Close to carpet, pad and installation. Free To advertise your church in our regular Worship Section on Fridays ances, 2-car parking $700mo. 860-6974. Call (905)436-6085 or 905-259- amenities. $400/mo. Available estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- Pets welcome! (905)434-1290, 2904 immediately. Call 905-409-6265, ing Durham and surrounding are- (905)260-8970, leave message. 3+1 BEDROOM, 4 new applianc- leave call back number. as. Professional Painting also Call Janice at 905-683-0707 es, fenced yard with patio, near PICKERING - 2 bed. main floor, avail. Call Sam (905)686-1772 ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH shopping, schools, transit and hardwood and laminate. New ap- 401. Available April 1st. $1200 OSHAWA Simcoe/Wentworth 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village or fax 905-579-4218 Regency Manor pliances, laundry, air/con., reno- near GM/shopping. private en- AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, +utilities. Credit check required. vated, yard, deck, parking, walk HANK'S APPLIANCES. TRUCK- 905-683-7311 2-BEDROOM (905)728-1612, (905)579-7581 trance, private 3-pc bath, bar to PTC, transit. Hwy.2/Glenanna. fridge/microwave, use of fur- LOAD EVENT! Brand New fridg- http://ca.geocities.com/[email protected] Email: [email protected] extra-large in quiet bldg, $1000/incl. 416-671-1340. nished rec-room & TV. Suitable es $299/up. New stoves $349/up. freshly painted, in beautiful 3-BEDROOM beautiful house for for 1 person. Avail immediately. New dishwashers $199/up. New Sunday Family Worship - 10:30am rent, downtown Whitby, quiet Whitby neighbourhood. PICKERING, beautiful 3 bedroom $150/week. (905)436-7840 dryers only $249. New washers WORD OF TRUTH Ideal for adults & seniors. street, large fenced-in garden. $299. Large selection of recondi- Sunday School & Supervised Nursery $1400+ utilities. Call Joseph raised bungalow, 4 appliances, CHRISTIAN CENTRE clean building. insuite C/A, fenced yard/deck, parking. tioned & new scratch & dent ap- (416)638-9666 ext. 221 OSHAWA Wilson/Olive $400/mo. pliances. Parts Specialist. 426 EVERYONE WELCOME storage, onsite laundry. Near Whites Rd. $1195 plus Non smokers, no pets. Available 1527 Bayly St. Pickering utilities. Available April 1st. No Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. Incredible value! May 1st 4 BEDROOM FARM HOUSE, immediately. Share facilities. Call 905-668-7758 pets/smoking. (905)683-9629 289-314-5577, after 6 p.m. 905-839-0333 Sunderland, 20 minutes north of ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic Port Perry, $900 + heat and hy- viewit.ca (vit #17633) RENT TO OWN 3 BEDROOM, mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher dro. Available April 1. Call 705- ROOM FOR RENT, Simcoe/401 fice $250. Call 905-213-4669. Pickering Village United Church 357-3576. N.W. Oshawa, parking, laundry, backing onto ravine, close to area. Furnished, parking, suitable Simcoe North at Russett 2- for 1 person. Quiet house, Worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. We invite you to come and Bdrm., Oshawa - . Newly 4 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent, 2 schools, Avail. immediately. Call BEDROOM CHERRYWOOD. now, (647)477-2343 . $420/month, first/last required. Bed, chest, dresser, nightstand. Sunday School/Child Care celebrate Jesus with us! decorated, well-maintained quiet baths, full basement, pool, $1400 905-438-9293 after 5pm 12-plex, small building Close to +utilities. North East Oshawa. Cost $9,000. Sacrifice set $999. bus/shopping. Laundry, cable, Good neighbourhood. Available WEST DUNDAS/BROCK, WHIT- Diningroom Cherrywood table. 8 300 Church St. N., Ajax Worship times: heat, water, parking, included. April 1st. 905-571-6318. BY Fully Detached, bright clean SHARE AJAX OR PICKERING chairs/ Buffet/ hutch, Dovetail 905-683-4721 [email protected] No dogs. 905-576-2982. home. Recently renovated, new HOUSE, clean, quiet adult occu- construction. New still in boxes Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 carpet, paint and flooring. 3 bed- pied. Furnished, cable, inter- Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $1,799. www.pvuc.ca SPACIOUS 2-BDRM by Oshawa months free, (or equivalent) then room plus large Den. 1 Bath. net, telephone, laundry, park- 647-271-5483. Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Centre. $925/month inclusive. own a house from $600/month. Large yard. Appliances included. ing. First/last. Smoking outside. Call 416-566-3553, $1250/Month. Laundry facilities. Free parking. (oac). 4.94% mortgage with no No pets. $465/inclusive. CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL Visit our Resource Centre at Avail. immediately. Call money down (oac) up to $20,000 www.sharemyhouse.ca 905- sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for Toronto Airport Christian Fellowship (905)797-3096 cash back to you, (no repayment) WHITBY, NEW HOME, 3 bed- 391-3809. $319. Commercial carpet includ- 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 Requires $35,000 plus family in- rooms, 2.5 baths, en-suite, hard- ing premier underpad and instal- 416-674-8463 come and reasonable credit. Why wood flooring, solid oak stairs, lation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. Click Still Renting? Rent? Call Bill Roka, 25 years, C/A, 5 new appliances, min to system. Residential, commercial, Ajax Community Centre Banquet Hall We provide: mentoring, computer top sales rep with world's leading 401, never lived in, $1600 plus customer satisfaction guaranteed. 75 Centennial Rd. training, tutoring, career development, Why? realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728- utilities. (905)430-9085 Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- Owning is cheaper! 1600, 1-888-732-1600. NOBODY 4040 Sunday Family Service - 10am anger & stress management assistance, First time buyers . SELLS MORE REAL ESTATE 1 ROOM FOR RENT, SHARED cable, laundry, central air. teen parent support & fun activities. Free list of homes THAN RE/MAX!!!! CRYSTAL CHANDELIER, For more information visit Pickering, Whites Rd./Bayly. suitable for diningroom or young (For youths ages 13-19) available with no AJAX / PICKERING / WHITBY / Smoking ok, (pets negotiable). girl's bedroom. $175-obo. www.tacf.org/east Contact us @ [email protected] money down! From OSHAWA. Houses from $l,200 - AJAX, Church/Delaney. 4-bdrm $600/mo. Close to amenities. (905)723-8713 Available immediately. 905-420- $900/mth.(oac) $3,000. per month. Gift packages townhouse, 2-1/2 baths, 4 new available. For details contact appliances, a/c, fin. bsmt. 6355. RENT TO OWN - New and SPECIAL EASTER WORSHIP PAGES WILL PUBLISH with pictures Chand (905) 424-8428, email: $1495/mo + utilities. Avail. April reconditioned appliances, new 1-888-599-0098 [email protected] Right At 1st. No smoking/pets. Call 416- COURTICE, Hwy #2. Master TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD FRIDAY MARCH 30 & WEDNESDAY APRIL 4 use ID# 8899 or Home Realty. 399-1797 Bedroom for rent, use of all Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio amenities. $450 utilities, cable Furniture, Barbecues & More! Www.Stoprenting WHITBY CENTRAL, 2-storey de- OSHAWA SOUTH, Townhouses and laundry included. Near public Fast delivery. No credit To have your church included call Janice at 905-683-0707 Durham.Com tached brick, 4-bdrm, 2 baths, 3-bedroom $975/mo+ utilities transit. Secondary room also application refused. Paddy's Dan Plowman, Salesperson, gas, hardwood, sunroom, $1350 close to schools, shopping. available. Available Immediately Market, 905-263-8369 or or email: [email protected] or fax 905-579-4218 Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage plus utilities. Call (905)725-8836. First/last. 905-579-9956. 905-434-9353. 1-800-798-5502. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 PAGE 29 A/P

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY SUN., MARCH 18, 2-4 P.M. MARCH 17 & 18, 2-4 P.M. SUN. MAR. 18, 2-5 P.M. SUN. MARCH 18, 2-4 P.M. 24 HILEY AVE., AJAX 1784 SILVER MAPLE DR. 71 REESE AVE., 1637 ACORN LANE, PICKERING VILLAGE PICKERING AJAX CLAREMONT Stunning, upgraded solid home in sought Church St & Highway 2 TOP PRODUCERS! LOVELY 1ST TIME Rare opportunity in Claremont. DONNA A LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN DAMIRIS after Rosebank/Strouds location. Mint KELLY BUYERS DOLL HOUSE MIKE Spacious, open concept, 3 bdrm. MACLEAN MORO** condition, fab. open concept layout, 9ft on PANTALEO executive home with a 2 bdrm. in- ON EARTH! Decorator Colors! New Berber ARNOLD Sales Representative & SACHA Sales Representative law suite with walk out, situated on THIS IS A GEM! Demand Location, SINGH* main. Gleaming strip hardwood thru-out. Thru-Out! New Garage Door! Sales Representative 905-831-2273 Huge Mature Lot w/ fl agstone patio 905-471-2121 905-428-7677 .82 acre lot. Spectacular view, from 2 416-383-1828 Huge master with sep sitting area, jacuzzi Interlocking Walkway! Fully tier deck overlooking award winning on Quiet Street. 3 bedroom brick bath, W/I closet, skylite, private fenced Fenced Backgarden! Professionally bungalow, shows well with hardwood 0RUDENTIAL pool/spa. Too many features to list, yard with pattern concrete walkway and Landscaped! Barbecue Hook-Up! !CHIEVERS2EALTY "ROKERAGE fl oors, large fi nished basement w/in come out and have a look. CASE REALTY Leading Edge An independently owned and operated patio. A gem, fl ex. closing. Must see! Mn Flr Laundry! Located On Quiet BROKERAGE law potential updated windows & Homelife Vision Realty Inc. affi liate of The Prudential Realtor www.prudentialachievers.com Independently $367,900. Affi liates Inc. owned & operated roof. Cent Air & Vac. Realty Inc, Brokerage Brokerage Cul-De-Sac!

SAT. & SUN. BEDROOMS FOUR MARCH 17 & 18, 2-4 P.M. 1510 HUNTSMILL DR., POOL SIZE $378,000 PICKERING JUST LISTED! LOT BASEMENTWITH W/O Spacious upgraded high demand John Boddy Fallingbrook model, prof. landscaped, large private pool size yard west exposure, slate fl ooring upgraded modern kitchen, newer shingles & eaves, tens or thousands in upgrades. See you there. SAT. & SUN. W MARCH 17 & 18, 2-4 P.M. ALKOUTSTWO 1876 BOWLER DR., SUNDAY MARCH 18TH, 1-3 P.M. SAT. & SUN. MARCH 17 & 18, 2-4 P.M. SAT. MARCH 17, 2-4 P.M. $309,900 PICKERING 1397 DUMONT STREET, NORTH OSHAWA 21 CRANSTON AVE., AJAX BACKS TO PINECREEK 8 MOYNAHAN CRES., AJAX Beautiful large private ravine lot Taunton/Grandview N/Park Ridge Drive SUPERB LOCATION - SPECTACULAR VIEW surrounded by trees, upgraded ***4 BEDROOMS! HARDWOOD FLOORS!1880 SQ FEET!!*** Gorgeous One Year Old Tribute Brick. California Glendale home with all windows Just listed! Great value, only $279,900! Bright & very spacious 4 bedroom “Crestland” Sun fi lled, all brick, executive home in the South Ajax Shutters, Security Alarms Potlights In Living replaced in 2005. 2 fi replaces, model offering 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, Balcony, Bay windows, Brand new hardwood “Lakeside” community. Immaculate condition with many sprinkler system and shows to fl ooring on most of main fl oor, Sep FamRoom w/gas fp, Cathedral Ceiling LR, upgrades and customizations. Premium pool-size pie Room. $20,000+ Spent In Upgrades As Per Seller. perfection. Priced to sell so act Ceramics, Landscaping, C/Air, QUIET end of street (minimum thru traffi c!!!), fenced, now! unspoiled basement, dir garage access, & more! See you Sunday :) shaped lot with a walkout basement. Backs onto a pond CAC & Garage Door Opener. Internet Cable Wired Call - no neighbours behind! Located on a quiet crescent close Professionally. BILL MCLEAN DIANNE OXLEY to golf course, greenbelt and waterfront trails. Sales Representative Sales Representative SHANNON MCLEAN JAY VANULAR and SRI JAYASIRI 905-683-5000 or QUALITY ONE LTD., Sales Representative Licensed Assistant 1-888-413-0800 Brokerage GERRY KORENTOS 905-831-3300 First Realty Ltd. Brokerage [email protected] Independently Owned Sales Representatives First Realty Ltd. 416-742-8000 People’s Choice 905-686-3330 www.dianneoxley.com and Operated 905-831-3300 Brokerage 416-939-4343 Realty Inc. Brokerage www.sellingwithbill.com

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BY APPOINTMENT ONLY SUN., MARCH 18, 2-4 PM SAT. & SUN. 2-4 P.M. SAT. & SUN., MAR. 17 & 18, 2-4 P.M. 2208 BOUNDARY RD., CLARINGTON WONDERFUL BACKSPLIT IN 7 TILLER STREET, Dir.: 401 to Hwy. 57 North watch for Burketon signs go 504 ADLER CRT., AJAX 1 mile past sign over bridge left on Boundary Rd. Whites/Stouds DESIRABLE SOUTH AJAX! AJAX BURKETON BEAUTY! EXECUTIVE HOME “FOX HOLLOW” Lots of recent updates including furnace ‘05, C.A.C. AIDAN With rich hardwood and ceramic throughout the NESTLED IN 2 ACRES OF MATURE TREES ON THE OAKRIDGES MORAINE Desirable well kept 4 bdrm home on quiet MURPHY main level, this open concept home is in immaculate ‘03, broadloom, 25 year shingles ‘99, humidifi er MIKE “One of a Kind” beautiful custom built exec. home. DAVE crt., with finished rec. rm with 1-4pc bath. ‘04, kitchen ‘95! 3 bedrooms & bath on upper level, Sales Rep. condition! Master has walk-in closet & ensuite with LEVON Cathedral ceilings & skylights thru. 18 ft. high ceiling in HORBAY great rm., floor to ceiling windows & stone fireplace. Mstr. Updated roof, windows, front door, drive. kitchen, living room & dining room on main, family 905-619-9500 soaker tub & separate shower. Garage access to house, Sales Representative SALES REP. room w/Franklin stove on lower level! Close to all 2nd fl oor laundry. Neutrally decorated throughout. bdrm. w/ensuite located in loft overlooks great rm. Lrg. Broadloom in basement & bedrooms. W/O 905- open concept kitchen w/built in double oven, dishwasher 905- schools incl. French Immer. Extras: broadloom w/laid, A pleasure to show! Less than 2 years old! Includes & Jenn-air cook top. Garden doors off kitchen to a dbl. tier to huge deck and fenced yard. Short walk gas burner & equip., C/A, all electrical light fi xtures, hardwood in LR/DR, family room, kitchen, hallway 623-6000 deck w/built in hot tub overlooking the woods. Formal din. 427-1400 to schools, shopping and transit. Includes: rm. 3 bdrms. & 4 bath. Downstairs is open concept. Stone all window coverings, hardwood under broadloom, & staircase! Ceramic fl oors in foyer. Central air, gas fridge, stove, freezer, bar fridge and motion natural gas BBQ. Pie-shaped lot w/mature trees. Group Heritage Realty Inc., burner & equipment & stainless steel dishwasher. wall, woodstove, maple & stone wet bar, pine flrs. thru. w/ walkout to backyard. Ideal for entertaining. Det. double car detector. For more info. call Dave or Visit Call Aidan at 905-619-9500 Brokerage Call Aidan at 905-619-9500 garage. This home shows to perfection & is a must see. ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Spirit Inc. Brokerage www.aidanmurphyhomes.com Brokerage Country living w/easy access to Hwy. 401 & 407. www.AjaxPickeringHomes.com

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SAT. MARCH 17, 2-4 P.M. SUN. MARCH 18, 2-4 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 2-4 P.M. SAT. & SUN. 2-4 P.M. 1809 BRONTE SQUARE, 1092 WILDROSE, SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2-4 P.M. 107 BAYCLIFFE DRIVE, AJAX PICKERING 330 MAPLEVIEW COURT, WHITBY • Great Pickering location near, Dixie and Glenanna. WALKOUT BASEMENT! PICKERING BEST BUY! 3,075 sq. ft. Queensgate Model. 4 • Huge, private backyard, lot size is 45 x 123 ft. BARRIE • Great Pickering location near Dixie and Finch ANALESIA • 3 bedroom home located on a cul de sac ALEX • Renovated main bathroom • Absolutely spectacular executive home on gigantic • Less than 5 yrs new, backs ALEXANDER bdrms., 2 storey family room/fireplace/ COX WILLIAMS picture window, main floor laundry, • Four bedrooms, three bathrooms pie-shaped lot! Sales Rep. onto greenspace Broker Sales Rep. 905- prof. finished basement/2 bdrms., great • Finished walkout basement with full washroom 905- • Hardwood fl oors, granite countertop, • Main fl oor family room with hardwood 905-839-7449 430-9000 room, 2nd kitchen, 4-pc. bath, wine • Incredible open concept throughout 831-3300 plus more fl ooring • Hardwood and marble fl oors cellar, hardwood/ceramic floors. Pool • Two walkouts to large deck • Huge wrap around deck • Finished basement w/Berber carpet size lot. Close to 4 schools. Must see! Rouge River Realty Sutton Group Classic • Freshly painted FIRST Realty Ltd., • Main fl oor garage access, 2nd fl r. laundry 107 Baycliffe Dr./South off Taunton/East Ltd., Brokerage • Park four cars in interlocking brick driveway Realty Inc., • Asking price $304,900 • Asking price $459,900 Brokerage • Deck w/built-in gazebo Brokerage of Lakeridge. Al’s cell 905-995-3711. www.barriecox.ca www.sold-homes.com Independently Owned and Operated A/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 16, 2007 durhamregion.com St. Mary rattles Rebels for English tourney crown

Annual junior School Rebels 2-1 to take the • Brian English Division: All boys’ hockey event tournament crown. Saints 1 vs. DO’C 1; St. Mary In the semifinal contest, St. 4 vs. Eastdale 4; DO’C 3 vs. honours former Mary got past the Pine Ridge Eastdale 2; St. Mary 3 vs. All Secondary School Pumas 2-1. Saints 0; All Saints 3 vs. East- teacher Meanwhile, the Rebels posted dale 0; St. Mary 3 vs. DO’C 2; a 3-1 victory over the Arch- • Troy May Division: Pine PICKERING — The St. Mary bishop Denis O’Connor Cath- Ridge 4 vs. Donevan 3; Port Catholic Secondary School olic High School Chargers. Perry 6 vs. Dwyer 4; Port Perry Monarchs junior boys’ hockey In the fifth-place game, the 6 vs. Pine Ridge 4; Dwyer 4 team emerged victorious from All Saints Catholic Second- vs. Donevan 0; Pine Ridge 2 its own Brian English Memo- ary School Titans downed the vs. Dwyer 0; Port Perry 5 vs. rial Hockey Tournament re- Monsignor Paul Dwyer Cath- Donevan 0. cently. olic High School Saints 5-2. At the end of the tour- The annual tournament, In the seventh-place con- nament, Port Perry’s Josh named in honour of former St. test, the Donevan Blue Dev- Czopak was the recipient Mary teacher Brian English, ils downed another Oshawa of the tournament’s sports- attracted eight teams, all from squad, the Eastdale Collegiate manship award. Meanwhile, Durham Region. Eagles 5-2. St. Mary’s Brendan Wetering In the final, the Monarchs Scores from round-robin earned most valuable player edged the Port Perry High play were as follows: honours. Dickson makes Burgundy team blue in Ajax Men’s Basketball League tilt

AJAX — In one of the closest scoring 14 points for Burgundy. fensive spark for Michael’s with games of the season, Dickson ESN Packaging continued its 17 points, including five threes. Printing held on to defeat the hold on first place in the league Top Shelf continued its win- Burgundy team 49-48 in Ajax standings following a 68-61 vic- ning ways with a 44-33 victo- Men’s Basketball League play tory over Michael’s Eatery. Clay- ry over North Alliance Press. on Wednesday, March 7. ton Gall had a big night for ESN Rookies Bill Manos and Rob Scott Poulton had the hot with 26 points and several key Hare were the top scorers for hand for Dickson with 17 assists. David Jackson added 18 Top Shelf with 14 and eight Jason Liebregts/News Advertiser photo points, followed by Gord Brown points for the packagers while points, respectively. St. Mary Monarchs’ Brendan Wetering, right, and All Saints Titans’ James Arrudo chase the puck during Brian English Memorial Hockey Tournament action at Don Beer and Tom George with 10 apiece. dominating the boards. Claude Feig led NAP with Arena recently. The host Monarchs won this preliminary-round game 3-0. Allan Gomes had a strong night Louis Davis provided the of- eight points.

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Fred will be sadly missed by his daughter Sandi and husband Zenon, Tina and husband Airfare and 3 Days/2 Nights Accommodations for 2 • CREDIT PROBLEMS COLOUR BY DESIGN Wayne, grandchildren Cassandra, Jordan, Tama- ra, Jesse and Andrea, and all his dear friends at ● Colour Consultations Westwood Manor. Please join the family at the to Orlando, Florida or Las Vegas, Nevada ● Murals ● Faux Finishes ● Borders McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston ● Interior Painting Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. Online credit approvals Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428-8488 from Call: 1-800-519-9566 or (905) 668-1838 High quality Workmanship at a great price 1-3 p.m. Sunday March 18, 2007. The Funeral Ser- Deborah 416-725-5651 vice will follow in the Chapel at 3:00 p.m. A special Apply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.com now available 24/7 thank you to Dr. Donaghue and all the nurses on 4 Free, no obligation phone East for their support at the Ajax Pickering Hospital (Rouge Valley Health Centre). In lieu of flowers, & appointment consultations donations may be made to the Rouge Valley & applications Health Systems - Ajax Pickering Hospital in memo- NEED A FRIEND ry of Fred. A book of Condolence may be signed at G.C.B. WITH A TRUCK? www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Sunday, March 18th CONSTRUCTION INC "Hey Dad - Whatever!!" Contact: Kristin Elliott ● Junk Removal Preview 11:30 a.m. Starts 1:00 p.m. General Home ● Light Hauling Liquidation Sale of New Furniture 1-877-728-8766 ext. 327 Renovations & ● Odd Jobs Improvements ● General Deliveries WOODROFFE, John Unexpectedly and tragically All work guaranteed Reasonable Rates This is a MUST SEE SALE! 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19 HARWOOD AVE. AJAX (NORTH OF 401) 905-683-5358 << SALES HOTLINE www.villagechrysler.ca *All used vehicles are bi-weekly payments plus taxes. **2002 are fi nanced over 60 months. 2003-2004 are fi nanced over 72 months. 2005-2006 are fi nanced over 84 months. 2007 are fi nanced over 96 months. Terms are 60-72-84-96. Example: $20,000 fi nanced over 72 months @ 8.99% = $162 bi-weekly. Cost of borrowing $5293.83. OAC. All new vehicles are plus air, freight and gas tax. Stock # P8818, P8832, P8903, P8908, P8729, V8655, V8866, V8893, V8952, P8816, V9933, P8837 are former daily rental buybacks. †Interest rate may vary with credit severity. Purchase prices are plus licence, GST, PST, admin., etch-guard, PDE. Some vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Sale prices valid on date of publication only.