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ft. Offered at $275,900. Call: _ _ _ NINA BOKOR (905)897 Fabulous 4 bedroom Sena built executive home in the heart of Sherwood Heights. Big familyâ€"sized kitchen with walkâ€"out to 2â€"tiered deck complete with children‘s playground. Main floor family room with fireplace, huge master bedroom with walkâ€"in closet and ensuite! Don‘t miss this beauty! Approx. 2700 sq. The present building, which has been serving seniors for over 12 years and became The Kensington three years ago, is awaiting completion of its new building and will prove to be the key to a successful retirement for many seniors in Southern Ontario. Situated at 25 Lakeshore Road West, in downtown Oakville The Kensington is just a half a block from the picturesque Oakville harbour. When the doors open in July a whole new era in retirement living will begin, as life at The Kensington allows for all the comforts of home without any of the work. Free from the Increasingly, however, retirees are finding that it doesn‘t pay to live in the past. You‘ve struggled through the early years, put the kids through college, and even babysat the grandchildren. Now is the time to reward yourself and celebrate your success! The Kensington Retirement Residence promises to be the perâ€" fect place to celebrate that sucâ€" cess! For a majority of older Canadians, retirement comes as somewhat of a surprise. So much of our working lives are spent looking forward to the day we can have freedom from routine, but when the opportunity finally arrives, we hesitate, afraid of change. The Kensington at 25 Lakeshore Road West is now taking reservations for July occupancy. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2 â€" 4:30 PM. 2968 MULBERRY DRIVE Sales Representative 24 HOUR PAGER (905)897â€"9555 Countrywide®* THE KENSINGTON OAKVILLE‘S EFINEST SENIORS RESIDENCE â€"9555 The program allows citizens to turn in unwanted, illegal or neglected firearms, ammunition and explosives plus any other illeâ€" gal weapons without fear of proseâ€" cution â€" provided the weapon has not been used in a crime. (Continued from page 1) (Thanks to changes to the Criminal Code, the Solicitor General of Canada can set aside time for an amnesty program of this nature.) Some residents wasted little time. When contacted Wednesday mornâ€" ing, McAdam said an officer was being dispatched at that moment to pick up four rifles. Weapons swamped police during last amnesty Your choice of private accomâ€" modation is impressive starting with beautiful bachelor units to "Life just becomes easier," says Ruby Clement, "I just love it here, I‘ve never lived in a place where the people are so friendly and I can‘t wait to move into my suite in the new building!" The new Kensington will offer a welcoming atmosphere second to none. From the moment you enter the lobby, the amount of planning which has gone into the creation of this residence will be evident. You‘ll be impressed with the eleâ€" gance and grace of the main floor and by the lovely fabrics and careâ€" fully chosen furnishings that adorn the common areas. The openâ€"concept dining room has the atmosphere of the finest of restauâ€" rants and the baby grand piano provides a lovely background for dining. Chef Robert prepares such good fresh meals that you will soon be inviting family and friends to enjoy! tasks that take time from things you really enjoy there is more time for the people and activities that are most important. "Life just becomes easier," says Ruby Clement, adding "I just love it here, I‘ve never lived in a place where the people are so friendly and I can‘t wait to move into my suite in the new building!" Police maintain the amnesty is a Owned by International Care Corporation, ‘providers of retireâ€" ment housing across Canada and a wholly owned subsidiary of London Life Insurance Company, reservations are now being taken for July occupancy. For more information about this exciting retirement residence please call Diane Sepa at (905) 844â€"4000. At The Kensington, you mainâ€" tain your independence and are free to partake in all that Oakville has to offer. A simple monthly rental agreement is all you need for a more relaxed and rewarding lifestyle. After all you‘ve earned it! On the courtyard level amenities include a wellâ€"stocked library, a games room and a craft centre. Enjoy the company of our friends in the comfort of our fireside lounge or for more active evenings, play a game of billiards or bridge. The Social Director is on site to assist with group activiâ€" ties, arrange a night at the theatre or go on shopping excursions. bright, spacious one and two bedâ€" room suites â€" some featuring balâ€" conies, views of Lake Ontario and the lovely terrace gardens. Like Mrs. Clement, all residents of the existing Kensington have already chosen their new suites and are anxiously waiting to move into their new homes. The program, of course, is not limited to firearms. Police will accept everything from martial arts weapons and air guns to blowguns and crossbows. Those wishing to surrender explosives, corroded or old (seven years) ammunition, milâ€" itary ordnance or any other weapon they feel may be dangerous to hanâ€" dle are asked to call police to make arrangements for an officer to secure the item at the home and legal and safe opportunity to finalâ€" ly dispose of old war souvenirs, explosives or other weapons from their homes which may, in their words, be a "tragedy waiting to happen." 5{\?/ In 1992, McAdam explained, the amnesty program was so sucâ€" cessful it took four officers to hanâ€" Before transporting â€" any firearms, McAdam stresses that owners ensure they are not loaded. They should then be placed in a locked case if available or wrapped in a blanket or box and put in the trunk of their car. Those not trained in the hanâ€" dling of firearms are likewise encouraged to contact the Firearms Office at police headquarters on Bronte Road at 825â€"4777 ext. 4711. In Oakville, weapons will also be accepted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 20 Division, 1229 White Oaks Blvd. remove it. Before that happens, police check to see whether the weapon has ever been registered in Canada or reported lost or stolen. If it bears a resemblance to a firearm being sought in connection with a crime, it may be submitted for forensic testing. dle the workload. While she said there was a "major lineâ€"up," people were patient as the required paperâ€" work was completed. Meticulous records are kept for each and every weapon, McAdam added, from the time they‘re turned in until their eventual destruction. All wood, for example, is removed and burned. Metal parts are melted down. "There is no question these firearms are melted and will never be a firearm again," said McAdam.