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Home My WebLink AboutPP1991_04_03This Space Could Be Yours For $1200 WEEK 01ei+r The Canadian Aed Crosti Society This Space Could Be Yours For �$ 12 week �tlT� ��aae»orrrn(on�a Art Exhibit Apr. 8 - 29 Artist :Maureen Ki llam will exhibit her water- colour and pastel paintings at Bay Ridges Library, Uverpool Rd. south of Bay- ly, from Apr. 8th to the 29th. Maureen Is the Art Director for Pickering Arts Council. For more details call '.,86-=4. MAXIMUM INCOME MINIMUM TAX Call the expert KEITH PYMAR 81&. F I.C.• Mm" American Life Since 1881 (416) 427.2913 Durham Avicultural Society At the April meeting of the Durham Avicultural Society guest speakers will be a couple who attended the 2nd International Par- rot Convention in the Canary Islands and spent some time visiting Loro Pareque, the host for this convention. This is one of the largest parrot parks and breeding facilities in the world and they have been successful in breeding a number of species that are becoming drastically reduced in numbers in their native lands. Desirte and Kevin Wyant will present a talk and slide show on the 2nd Interna- tional Parrot Convention and Loro Parque in the Canary Islands. Informa- tion on the World Parrot Trust will be included. The meeting will be held on Tues. Apr. 9th at 7:30 p.m. in the Pickering High School cafeteria at Church St. north of Hwy. 2.. For information call Jac- quie at 282-5997. Freedom of Expression Is Valuable Fitness: something that no one else can do for you. f 111. 26 \o. 14 40¢ per copy i kqN: 1116, - I Published by Watson Custom Crafted Furniture Publishing Company Ltd. Fnr cuebxn ratted nuatity at very Every Wednesday a"n'°�°'e years W, aj ,e f e■penw,ce Wn atan ro.upholster Second Class Mail Registration No. 1645 $35 is. nen na.. Pf�wa1^0. Ont. L tY 3147 $15 per yr. by mail 831.8017 43A Pickering, Ontario Wed. April 3, 1491 PICKERING Apo S r. Serving the Community for 25 Years! Toll Road For Durham? by Brenda Birinyi Durham Regional Chair- e c ia.: •. stsha% and Lis Girl Guides At Their GL.eah Ann Ellen Sachs, Leanne ordon servemgoods.baked g• which the Girl Guides baked themselves, at the recent annual hobby exhibition. tea Annual Hobby Exhibition United �l °" °� °rt Durham Skills Challenge At Harwood School Apr.20th. The Durham Skills Challenge will be held on Sat. Apr. 20th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Harwood Secondary School. The Durham Skills Challenge is an event that showcases the abilities and talents of secondary technological studies students in a variety of technical skill contests. This event benefits our students as a vehicle to pro- mote self-confidence and as an opportunity to demonstrate skill ex- cellence in front of their peers, employers, educators and the com- munitv. it promotes liaison bet- ween industry and educa- tion. It demonstrates the importance of technology. The event is sponsored by the Durham Board of Education and the Durham Region Action Committee for Training. Its success is due in large part to the con- tributions and assistance provided by our business and industry community. The competitions this year include architectural drafting, auto body, auto mechanics. baking, cabinetmaking, carpentry, child care, CAD, cosmetology, culinary arts, design and technology, electronics, clothing con- struction, graphic com- munications, horticulture, brick manonry, mechanical drafting, numerical control tC.N.C.I, precision machining, residential wir- Ing. sheet metal, small engine repair and welding. This year's event in- cludes participants from all technological studies programs in the Durham Board's secondary schools. It will welcome the par- ticipation of students from the Nor- thumberland Newcastle Board of Education and Durham College. The Durham Skills Challenge provides ex- cellent opportunities for in- terchange and discourse between students, employers, educators, parents, and interested members of the communi- ty. The event is open for public viewing in full or part. Participating students may qualify for the Ontario Skill Contests in Hamilton of May 10, 1991, and from there for the United States Skill Olympics in Kentucky during the final week of June. The Durham Skills Challenge is an investment in the technical skills of the youth in our community and symbolises the use of technology in our careers and everyday lives. 911 -Distress Centre Durham Volunteers The Distress Centre Durham has announced its involvement with the new 911 service slated for in- auguration May 1, 1991. The Durham Regional Police have asked the Distress Centre to assist with their non-intervention calls. An increase in the number of calls fielded by the centre's volunteers is anticipated. In order to maintain the current level of service to the communi- ty more volunteers are needed. If you are empathetic, non -judgmental, diligent in your committments and willing to learn- the Distress Centre needs you! The centre needs help with This Space Could Be Yours For all its shifts but most im- portantly, the overnight and weekend shift volunteers could use more backup. Two training sessions are planned. The first will be Apr. 6 and 13th: the second will be Apr. 7th and 14th. The training consists of a selfstudy manual on peer counselling, a cassette tape of simulated calls and an in class component of role plays and feedback. Anyone should call 723-4461 for more informa- tion. Pickering Council Notes Grants in the amount of Radio Licence Fees. >225 each for the Picker- Pickering Council ing Metro East Music recommended that the Festival and the Pickering Ministry of Transportation Rotary Music Festival be petitioned for an addi- were approved. tional 1990 subsidy for con - Approval was given for ventional transit in the an over -expenditure in the amount of $138,821.09, and Fire Department's budget for a 1991 allocation for a in the amount of $2,000 to Physically Disabled Tran - provide for the payment of sit subsidy for $261,028. PRINTING 0Fr1Cf CENiT7E 683.1968 This Space Could Be Yours For 11 PER WEEK man, Gary Herrema an- nounced earlier this week that Durham might be the home of the first toll road in Ontario. If Herrema has it his way, the users of this pro- posed road will be the ones paying for it. Each time a car gets on the road, money will be deposited in a basket, similar to the Peace Bridge that links On- tario and Buffalo. "We have to build this goad the taxpayers can't afford it, so why shouldn't the users pay for it." "The Ontario government has no money. they are crying poor. How can we (regional council) ask them to fund something they clearly cannot afford." The proposed road would extend from west of the air- port• dissecting through the city five miles north of the 401 and terminating at Bowrnanville. The toll road would also service the 400 interchange. Even though the concept has yet to be attempted in Ontario. Herrema is em- phatically optimistic of its potential success. In addi- tion, he is confident a con- sortium oo-sortium of developers and builders could construct the road, and put thousands of people in the region to work in the process. According to Gary Her rema, the need for a new traffic artery has developed into a seriously chronic situation with no immediate remedy. "Why don't we get the in- frastructure moving and the people in their can moving instead of sitting on our roads." Herrema estimates some 4$000 cars go by Oshawa every day and by the time they reach White's Road in Pickeirng, they are hopelessly stuck in traffic grid lock. It has been calculated that, one million gallons of gas each day alone, is wasted as a result of cars idling in traffic jams. "We are looking at 5300 billion to electrify all GO systems making them ac- cessible to everyone, the region is 20 years behind," claims Herrema. "A looney each way" is proposed toll rate resulting in $100,000 a day in pro- jected revenue. A fact which this regional chair- man, warrants a closer look into this issue's viabili- ty. Much to Herrema's sur- prise, he initially received support from the communi- ty, and hopes the communi- ty will rally behind him supporting this daring posi- tion. 'If we are not going to be aggressive with this issue, all we will do is sit here and go nowhere." Please Don't Drink & .........Drive !......... Page 2 T111E NEWS POST Wed..Xpril :l, 1941 Opinion a page for expression for you and us Time Wasting? Dear Ed. In your Mar. 20th edition I see we are to have another "Image" meeting making a total to date of sixteen meetings, for what We also have a public meeting on "security climate I think this means public safety: These public meetings are time wasting, expensive, and simply a "cop out" by the bodies concerned. Surely the Council plus the Police Department, plus the T.T.C. can find a w•ay to combat crime without appealing to the public for "input" which simply means "help and advice'. Don't they know what is required? After all these are profes- sionals whose profession is to serve the public. It is expertise that is required, hot "public" input. Ques- tion: are there no crimes of violence against men" Yours sincerely John McMillan Scarborough Oath Of Allegience Dear Editor, Democracy has become a fact of life now in manv na- tions. The Western World of which Canada is one can just]y take pride in breaking new ground in this evolving populari- ty of democracv throughout the world. Canadians now have a made in Canada flag. our brought home Constitution is under revue and to be updated, what about our not made in Canada oath of allegiance' In a revue of our oaths of allegiance in Canada's swearing in process the one word the world has come to worship and aspire to - democracy - not one reference to the word can be found. May we replace Canada's oath of commitment and allegiance with the word democracy made prominent' Such a made in Canada oath could not but receive the joyous vohmtary support not only of our Canadian multi- racial citizens. it would earn further the respect of the inter- national community of nations. Yours truly. dike Boychyn Scarborotigti Criminal Justice A public forum on "The Cnminal Justice System and parole" sponsored by Federal M.P. Tom Wappel. M.P. Scarborough West will be held at Mason Road Junior School. 78 Maori Rd.. Scarborough on Thurs. 'stay 9th at :i0 p m. Gordon Domm. Co-ordinator spokesman for the Citizens Coalition. favounrig more Effective Criminal Sentences. will outline his group's proposals. Basicalh this coalition is proposing an end to parole. In its place it is proposing voluntary assistance programs for inmate, who have served at least 5 years continuous in- carceration On the sentencing side the group is proposing mandatory minimum sentence, for all violent crimes. It has to date collected over 65.(Xmi names on a nurumum sentence peti- t!or, to buck tip 'his propt-is. ! Here and There Nervy Drug For Treatment- Resistant Schizophrenia Sandoz Canada, pharmaceutical division. has received approval from the Health Protection Branch for distribu- tion of a new drug called Clozaril used in the management of symptoms of treatment -resistant schizophrenia. Clozaril is intended for schizophrenic patients who fail to respond adequately to standard drug treatment. or for pa- tients who have developed intolerable side effects on other drug treatments. When the drug was approved in the United States early last year. it was classified as a breakthrough product by the Food and Drug Administra- tion. news �"osf Published every Wednesday by Watson Publishing Company Limited, Est. 1950 Postal Address: Box 111, Agincourt, Ont. MIS 384 Office: 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35, Scarborough • 291.2583 Publisher b General Manager- Bob Watson Office Manager - Irene Watson ADVERTISING - Irvne Watson. Bertha Kronenberg. EDITORIAL Audrey Purkiss.. Diane Matheson. Bill Watt. SUBSCRIPTIONS S15 per year - 406 a copy Mainstream Canada Yesterday's budget delivered today BY Tern• O'Shaughness► The budget of 1991 will he went wrong though—terribly remembered as one whose time wrong—was in his treatment had come years before. Canada of small businesses and their enjoyed record economic growth employees, specifically on throughout the mid-to-late the Unemployment Insurance 1980'%, and it is during these front. Under the new budget, times when the government employers' U.I. rates will should have exercised fiscal increase by 24 per cent, the restraint. Unfortunately, federal yearly maximum amount ris- Finance !Minister Michael Wil- ing from $1,114 to 51,386. son and his cabinet colleagues Employee rates will rise from did not see the wisdom in say- $796 to a maximum of $990. ing, but continued to tax and According to John Bulloch, spend, and Canadians are now president of the Canadian Fed - paying a much heavier price eration of Independent Busi- As Canada's longest -serving ness, "this form of increased finance minister, Wilson has taxation will be shouldered so far bobbed and weaved his disproportionately by small way around the issue of none- firms and is further indication tary restraint and responsibility that the finance minister is in each of his six previous completely insensitive to the budgets. No% with Canada Lan- needs of this vital sector. guishing in a recession, he has "The government has brought in some tough meas- broken its promise to freeze ures in an attempt to reverse his premiums for three years, and losing record. at the worst possible time, a Finally, it seems. Wilson is recession. The U.I. increase is taking steps to put his own a tax on jobs, especially hard on government's financial house labor-intensive smap firms, and in order. A three -percent cap employers and employees will on wage increases for public be hurt by this." servants over the neat three Overall. Bulloch adds, the years and a 10 -per -cent reduc- federal government is now tion in senior manager posi- scrambling to deal with a fiscal tions are some of the measures mess of its own creation. the finance minister has "Despite six years of record implemented. economic growth, the govern - The government has also ment has failed to bring its announced it will allocate all finances under control. Now it's re%rnue% from the Goods and in a financial straitjacket and is Ser%ices Tar to a Debt Scr%ic- limited as to what it can do. ing and Reduction Fund. As the "No one should forget that debt is now approaching 5400 today's belt tightening could billion, most Canadians will have been easily avoided if undoubtedly welcome this qtr. Wilson had chosen a more mo%e. Another initiative is the responsible route instead of introduction of a mechanism relying so heavily on tax similar to the United States' increases to pay down the Gramm-Rudman legislation, deficit. The 33 tax hikes he's which will put upper limits on implemented merely created program expenditures for the more inflation, which the Bank next fi%e years and tinalh of Canada in turn fought with demonstratea le%el of spending higher interest rates_ A mess has restraint to the Canadian people- been created through six wasted On thc%e issues, anyway the years and the clean-up will be news isn't bad. Where Wilson tough on Canadians." CF08 vearu,e Severe STATFACTS People who have recently been victims of crime tend to believe crime is on the rise in their neighbourhood, accor- ding to a 1988 Statistics Canada survey. A full 15% of those in the survey who had been crime victims felt crime was in- creasing compared with just 6% among those who had not. Persons who were separated or divorced (particularly women I, living in high-rise apartments or on low incomes perceived crime to be higher in their dwelling area than in other areas• according to a Statistics Canada survey in 1988. The result suggests these categories have a higher than average risk of violent victimization. Asked about measures taken in the previous 12 months to protect themselves from crime, one-quarter of households reported putting in new locks, burglar alarms or window bars, according to a 1968 Statistics Canada survey on crime and the justice system. About 5% of households changed telephone numbers. High Interest In Energy Efficiency Electricity consumers in Ontario are showing increasing interest in energy efficiency. A number of Ontario Hydro promotions, such as the re- cent rebates for compact fluorescent bulbs, attracted over 130,000 sales -- well beyond the 20,000 initially planned. Now. a public service column called 'Phil's Basement' is attracting an interest among community newspapers across Ontario. The column is a combination of droll humour and practical tips for saving energy around the house. Each column offers a free brochure of the tip discussed that week as well as Hydro's 1-800 number to call for the brochure. Telephones have been ringing furiously since the columns started in Januarv. While it was expected that Phil would have good appeal in the do-it-yourself audience, in only its second month the col- umn is running in over 30 community newspapers with a combined audience of about 130,000. And this is expected to go higher. Requests for incentive dollars are also continuing to flow from customers in Hydro's commercial class, which in- cludes under a program called Savings By Design. Commercial customers get cash incentives for installing energy efficiency measures or equipment, with payments based on the amount of electricity saved. In January, che- ques totalling over $10,000 were mailed out, including $4,000 to the Haldimand Board of Education in Cayuga, $245 to the United Steelworkers of America in Sudbury, and $1,130 to Oliphant Electric Wholesale Co. Ltd. of Belleville. 25 -Cycle Conversion to Start Hydro plans to convert one of the province's two remain- ing areas of 25 -cycle electrical service to 60 cycles. The con- version will affect a number of mining companies near the communities of Timmins, Kirkland Lake and Sudbury. The corporation has asked for an order -in -council to carry out the conversion. "Most of the 25 -cycle equipment is over 50 years old and is nearing the end of its useful life", says Bud Barrett, director of Hydro's !Northeastern Region. The conversion will lower customers' bills thtN*h im- proved efficiency and reliability: the provincial electrical system, and therefore all customers, benefit from a 20 -megawatt reduction in peak demand because of lower line loses. The 41 -megawatt gain is equivalent to the peak demand of a city the size of Orillia. In the 1960x. Hydro converted most of the province from 25 cycles to 60 cycles. Some large customers in nor- theastern Ontario and the Niagara Peninsula close not to participate at that time because of economic factors. The conversion will cost about $200 million, about one- third of which will be spent in northern Ontario. Ontario's 0ectrieity Coesiimption Provuxial energy consumption increased to 13.65 million megawatt -hours in January, a 1.6 per cent increase over the January 19911 total. The 20 -minute peak for the month -- and the winter -- reached 23,199 megawatts on Jan. 21. Although this represented a 6.6% increase over the same month last year, the 1990 figure was influenced by unusual mild weather. Comparison with the January 1989 peak shows only a 0.5% increase Here and There Province Helps Public Libraries Inflation and tough economic times were two key factors in the recent decision to increase operating funding to public libraries in the province, Ontario Culture and Com- munications Minister Rosario Marchese said recently. Operating grants totalling $32 million for the 1991 92 fiscal year have been earmarked for the province's public libraries, municipalities contracting for public libraries and native band libraries. The operating grants will be paid in one installment in order for libraries to receive 100% of the funds early in the provincial fiscal year. STATFACTS A solid majority of participants (65%) in a 1988 Statistics Canada survey gave the opinion that sentences given out in criminal courts were not severe enough. About 255% believ- ed sentences were about right and only 2% felt them to be too severe. Art Exhibit At Scarborough Campus An exhibition of works by Scartorough Campus, 1265 senior students from the Militry Trail, West Hill, Fine Art Studio progam from Mon. Apr. 8 to Fri. May 10th. will be on view in The Gallery hours are 11 a.m. Gallery Meeting Place, to 4 p.m., Monday to Fri - University of Toronto's day. Admission is free. i Give A Gift That Lasts All Year! i A year's subscription to one of these newspapers ' SCARBOROUGH AGINCOURT WEST HILL ne ws news news CHECK THE NORTH YORK EAST END ILKi RIN ONE YOU WANT news news O Jf] New veal Send $15 cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Ont.M1S 3R3 Name --- ---------- ----- Address Air Cadets Celebrate 50 Years This year the Royal Canadian Air Cadets are celebrating their 50th an- niversary. While the of- ficial birthday is Apr. 9th, Individual squadrons will be marking the anniver- sary throughout the year. The 26,000 cadets in 443 squadrons across Canada will be celebrating with parades and taking part in numerous other anniver- sary functions. Throughout the year, each air cadet will be wearing a distinc- tive 50th year badge on their uniforms. There'll be a nation-wide 50th anniversary public speaking competition open to cadets with finalists from across Canada com- peting for top honours at the Air Cadet League of Canada's Annual Conven- tion to be held in Toronto from June 27th to 29th. Later in the summer, representatives from every squadron across the coun- try will assemble for a large get-together in Quebec. Since the Air Cadet League's inception on April 9th, 1941, the cadet ex- perience has enriched the lives of almost 1 million young Canadian men and women between the ages of 12 and 19, by engendering in them values of initiative, self-reliance, teamwork and leadership. Air cadets have been called the most successful youth move- ment of its kind in the world. One of the organization's most popular attractions is the flying scholarship pro- gram. Cadets have the op- portunity to become 1wens- ed pilots on both gliders and powered aircraft. More than 15,000 have graduated as pilots so far, and one of every six private 'Next to being shot at and missed...nothing is quite as satisfying as an income tai refund." TREN-TAX 2644232 . W%fte 0 cram nptr a row ewdM back in good wp�q pilots trained in Canada since 1946 has been an Air Cadet. But flying is only part of the attraction. Over 65 of the top air cadets are selected annual- ly to be good -will am- bassadors of Canada on ex- change visits to other coun- tries. At the same time, cadets from 12 countries visit Canada. One of the finest youth training schemes ever developed is the Air Cadet Senior Leaders' Course. Every summer, one cadet from each squadron at- tends six weeks of concen- trated training designed to broaden their education, qualify them as drill in- structors, enhance their physical and sports abilities, and prepare them for positions of leadership - not only in Air Cadets, but also in later life. Other courses provide training in air traffic con- trol, first aid, ground search and survival, as well as technical training in photography, elec- tronics, and aircraft maintenance. In total, over 7000 cadets attend summer camps of two, three and four weeks duration, which are held at Canadian Forces Bases across the country. Today, the focus of the Air Cadet movement is on citizenship and leadership - with a strong emphasis on aviation. But originally the training had a wartime purpose - Canada needed teenagers who would prepare themselves in their spare time to serve as RCAF air -crew during the Second world war. At first the program was only for young males, but now females make up one- third the strength. Overseeing all aspects of Air Cadet activities is the Air Cadet League of Canada. which consists of nearly 4000 civilian volunteers who help ad- minister and publicise the movement and provide financial assistance, Colon ial C-ar'Wnsh FULL SERVICE CAR WASH Ouick, Courteous, Complete Service s, oo Complete Car Care ascoo"111 Interior shampoo. sMnonize buff a Shine. engine shampoo Next wash with 01is ad. 755-9784 2422 Eglinton Ave.E. Valid tint May 2nd (n.w. comer at Kennedy) Al RT/ T2 T facilities, and other sup- port. But the key players in the Air Cadet movement are the local sponsoring organizations, such as local Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis and Kinsmen clubs, the Royal Canadian Air Force Association, the Royal Canadian Legion, and other community and parents' groups. They pro- vide accommodation, transportation and, most importantly, the funds to keep the squadrons going. They also arrange for scholarships and special cadet activities. There is still a significant military involvement. The Canadian Forces con- tribute funding, equip- ment, training aids and supplies, and they provide facilities and staff at bases across the country for sum- mer training establishments and career development courses. Teamwork at all levels of the organization and the dedication of an army of volunteers are what makes this outstanding youth movement function so suc- cessfully. There are 2200 of- ficers and civilian instruc- tor's involved in cadet train- ing. and they're supported by over3M sponsonng committee members. Asthma Patients Speak Out Having difficulty talking to your doctor' Want to learn how to express your concerns effectively' Dr. Janet Maurer. Medical Director of the Toronto Lung Transplant Team and Director of Respirology Clinical Ser- vices at Toronto General Hospital, will present "How to Talk to your Doc- tor" at The Lung Associa- tion's Annual Asthma Seminar on Sat_ Apr. Lath from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road. Other topics being presented include "The 90's Approach to Asthma Management- and "En- vironmental Control of Asthma". For more information and to register, call The Lung Association at 864-1112. Lets Brag That We're Canadians! SFRVIC.FS FOR SUNDAY APRIL 01 9:30 A.M. • CHRISTIAN SWCATMN HOW (FOR ALL AGES) 10:30 A.M. • wORSHP SERVICE PASTOR TRENHOLM SPEAKING 6:30 P.M. • PRAISE RALLY PASTOR TRENHOLM SPEAKING Wednesday 7:30 p.m Friday 7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study kw an Service ',t. Ho 't" & Codi fig chara Kids I Taege & corer 'Yap+ I Wed. April 3. 1"1 THE NEWSIPOST Wesmark Furniture Showroom Come and visit our showroom now located in the Morningside Mall, 255 Morningside Ave. 72428 46 Buy from the manufacturer and save! Spring Specials up to 25% off all items 8 pc. Oak Bedroom Suite from $229500 Oak Dining Room Suite from $229500 Magazine Rack, solid oak ONLY $99 00 TV Stand now $175 00 3 pc Sofa Set from 699 00 Super Special Oak Microwave Stand reduced to $19900 Curio, corner cabinet, cosmetic desk, hallway table, lamps, box spring and mattresses etc. etc. Prints from only $499 Makers of Fine Customized Furniture At Wesmark It Costs Less! Sale starts April 3rd. to April 20th. s Page 4 THE NEVI'S i POST Wed. April 3, 1991 DIARYC� M Space under this heading is available at no charge to non- profit groups. WED. APR. 3 8:30 a.m, to 4:30 p.m. FIRST .AID CPR COURSES First Aid%C.P.R. training courses are offered ongoing, daytime, c%ening% and weekends at Scarborough Red Cross, 1095 Bellamy Rd. N. Call 438-5243• %londav to Friday, for more details and to register. .9:30 a.m. BINGO Help the Toronto Rape Crisis Centre help others. Play Bingo eery Wednesday morning at Finch Bingo Country, 2424 Finch Aye. W'. at Weston Rd. 112 noon & 2:30 p.m. CLASSIC FiLMS The Ontario Science Centre presents "Hold Back the Dawn" (1941), starring Charles Boyer and Oli%ia de Ha%illand. The film is presented at 12 noon free for seniors onh and at 2:30 p.m. for general audiences when it is free with admission. I p.m. CRIBBAGE All seniors oxer the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of cribbage every Wednesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchnxtum Rd. Phone 396-4040. 1 to 3 p.m. BINGO Birkdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo esery Wednesday at Birkdale Com- munity Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. SENIORS SOCIAL. A seniors social and recreation group meets oxer. Wednesday at Mah"ern Fancily Resource Centre, 1301 Neilson Rd., Scart+orough to participate in crafts, cooking, social trips, lectures, game days and sing -along%. For more details call 281-1376. 1:30 p.m. EUCHRE. A euchre dub meets every W'edtx.day at St. Dunstan'% Church. 56 Lawson Rd.. Highland Creek for euchre and other games. Refreshments tollow. 2 to 3 p.m. UVING %I IN CANCER Lning With Cancer, the support group for the Metro Toronto District Office of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 2 Carlton St., Suite 710 on the first and third Wednesday% io pro%ide informa- tion about nutrition, relaxation, support services and practical gudan c. The public i, i anal :o come, talk or listen. 5 p.m. ECOLOGi SEMINAR A Behavioural and E%oluiionary Ecology Scminar with fourth %ear student projects will be held at Uni%er%itv of Toronto's Scar- borough Campus. 1265 Military Trail, West Hill. For more details ;all 29'-'400. 5:15 p.m. 1 0% 1 1(1NT1% The Toronto Society of the Archacologial Institute of America presents the free public lecture "Lost Scen%: Can the Identify Per- fumes in Ancient Greek %'ries'' at the Rov_ al Ontario Museum. Ad - =W011 r, St+ :,'r a fui:%. S3 25 '.^ .cn;or,.:hilJrvti & rudcnt,. 6 p.m 1111l'SINENS & PROFF.SSION JkL 3+1"OMEN'S CLUB The North Tortinto Bu%nos and Professional Women's Club meet% at 3300 Yonge St., Suite 203. Guest %peakcr Dr. Don% E. Guyatt. National Resident. Canadian Federation Bu%ire%% & Pro- fe%sonal Women's Club,, will speak tort "Women, The Spirit of Entcrpn%c; Challenging. Changing, A hic%ing". Uor more detail% and re%er%ations call Sharon Nicht-41% at 444--74N or 391-3100 cxi. 369 6:30 p.m. ITC MEETING International Training in Commumation, North York Club, meet, on the first and third Wednc%da% of the rnttnth at Chet laurew Restaurant, 4965 Yongc St. at Sheppard A%e. For more in- formation phone 633-44'8. 7 to 10 p.m. ITC MEETING International Training in Communication, Upper Canada Club• meet% at Winton Churchill C.L. 2239 Lawrence Ave. E. Gain con- fidence and skill in %peaking, h%tening and communicating through ,club participation. Guests and new member% are always welcome. The topic this week is "Speak Your Mind". For more detail% all 43* 1490. 7:30 p.m. FAMILY LIFE GROUP A Support Croup refect, weekly in your community for parent, whore kid% are in trouble with drugs• alcohol, running away, crimes, parent abuse and dropping out of ,chord. The Scarborough group mccts c%m Wednoday at ':30 p.m. For mare information all "3-'444. 7:30 p.m. EAST IORK COMMUNITI CFIOIR East York Community Chair practice% every Wednesday at East York Collegiate, COxwell and Co%hurn Ave,. Ancone who enjoy% singing i, welcome to join chi, male female four-part choir. For more detail% call 423-5743. 8 p.m. EUCHRE: The Ladies Auxclnars, Royal Canadian legion Branch 614, Sar - borough, 100 Salome Dr., south of Sheppard A%c. boweet Midland A%e. & Brimley Rd.. sponsors an e%ening of euchre e%en Wednes- day. Adnussion is 51.50 including prize% and refreshments. E%cryonc is welcome. THURS. APR. 4 9 to 11 am. FAMILi Ullf. GROUP Young notthcr, in the community are in%ned to attend the Famih Life Group at West Hilt United Church, 62 Orchard Park Dr., West Hill. The group meets eery Thursday to enjo% speakers, crat:, and fellow%hip. Baby%itting n a.a:Iahle. For mor. detail, call 281-4120. 9:15 to 10:45 am. LADIES COFFEE HOUR E%eryone is welcome at Ladies Coffee Hour at Bridlcwood Presbyterian Church, 2501 Warden Ave., just south of Finch. Ellet Trimmer will speak on "Directions of Lune". Dorothy Radford will demottstra:c "Victorian Daydreams". Free babysitting and library. 10 a.m. SHUFFLEBOARD All settlors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy a morning of shuffleboard every Thursday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 3964040 Professional Directory CHARTERED Overland ACCOUMIA_NTS Learning Centre Clarke, Henning & Co. Chartered Accountants 10 Bay Street Suite 801 Toronto, Ontario Phone 364.4421 May we list your Professional Services here The Overland Learning Centre still has spaces available in the following courses: infant drop-in, French drop-in, dos and software, watercolour painting, silk flower ar- ranging. stained glass, ballroom dancing level I and II, sewing level I and tailoring. Call the Overland Learn- ing Centre for more infor- rriation at 444-0347 THURS. APR. 4 12:45 p.m. EUCHRE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of euchre at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 396-4040. 12:45 p.m. EUCHRE Birkdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years and over to enjoy euchre every Thursday at Birkdale Community Centre, 1299 Elle,rnere Rd. 7 p.m. to midnight CHESS The Regional A. W. H. P.A. W'.O. Chess Association and the West Hill Chess Club offer slow -play tournaments rated by the Chess Federal ion of Canada on hoih Tuesdays and Thursdays ai Sir Oliver Mowat Collegiate, 5400 Lawrence Aye. E. For more details phone 283-6296 or 284-5860. 7 p.m. LEGAL COUNSELLING Agincourt Community Ser%ices Association, 4139 Sheppard Ave. E. offers free legal counselling every Thursday evening. Call 321-6912 for an appointment. 7 to 9 p.m FiLM FIESTIVAL OF HUMOUR Humourous animated short films from around the world which include classics and the latest and most inno%athc films available will be screened at Central Library. Audio Visual Department, 5120 Yoange St. For more details call 395-5573, 7 to 8 p.m. COPING & SUPPORT SERVICE: This supportive group for recent widowers 55 years of age and oyer is held every second Thunda% in the library of the W'agman Centre, 55 Ameer A% c., North York. The program is non-sectarian, free and open to men widowed less thaft two years. For more details call 789-5131 ext. 2271. 7:30 p.m. BINGO An evening of bingo is held dery Thursday at Mn ropolitan Com- munity Church of Toronto, 2029 Gerrard St., cast of Woodbine Ase. E%eryone is welcome. For details call 690-2133. 7:30 10 10:30 p.m. HARMONV INTERNATiON.AL Harmony International. Sartx rough Chapter (formeriv Scar- borough Sweet Adelines) meets eery Thursday everting at Winston Churchill Auditorium, 2239 Lawrence Ave. E. at Kennedy Rd. It is open to women of all ages who love io sing. For entre deiail%all Sue Munro at 6834831. 7:30 p.m. PHOTOGRAPHIC M IETY MEFTS Visitors are welcome to attend meetings of the Colour Photographic Association of Canada's Scarborough Chapter on the first and third Thursdays of each month at Albert Campbell District Library. 496 Birchmount Rd. at Danfr(xh Rd. For lure details call ?96-8890. 8 p.m. MUSIC TORONTO Music Toronto presents the Tokyo String Quartet at the Jane Mallett Theatre. For more detail% call 3667723 or 971-5027. FRI. APR. S 1:30 to. 3 p.m. FILMS FOR SENIOR`. Seniors meet at Yorkdaic Library, located in Yorkdalc Shopping Centre, c%ery Friday to enjoy popular film claw%ic+. Refrc%hnxtu% arc r• %:JoxJ. For marc do.anls :all 395-5970. 1:30 to 4 p.m. AFTERNOON SOC"IAL Retired people of all ago are invited to Hilk-re%t Library. 5801 Leslie St. for an aftern.xrt of company and acti%ities- The program include% film, spakcrs and demonstrations. Refreshments will he scr%cd For mo•rc Jrtatl, :all 395-St;30. 7 to 8:10 p.m. St'BM.ARINF EXPLORATION Everyone is invited to a lecture on "Submarine Exploration: A History of Alvin" at the Royal Ontario Museum's Theatre. The com is SiO, $8 far nttcemhcr%, %cruors and students. For more detail% all 586.5197. SAT. APR. 6 9-30 a.m. SAIT. 'RDA1 sF7tl*TCF%o An invitation i% exiendad to all Scarborough Jew% to at tend Beach Hebrew Institute, 109 Kenilworth Ave. for regular Saturday ur- %lces. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. SPRING CRAFT SAIF: Pickering Arts Council is holding it% annual spring craft sale at Rouge Hill Public Library, lower Ic%el, Rougcmount Rd. S., Picker- ing twat of Whites Rd.). Admission is free. For table rental infor- mation call 286221'4. 11 am. to 3 pm USED CLOTHING %Al.F: A %ale of goxxl, used clothing will be held at True Da%idsai Arcs. 200 Dawcs Rd Early shopper, gc: :he hest choice. 11 a-=- to 2 P.M. RUMMAGE: SALE E%eryonc is in%ited to the rummage sale at Denionia Park United Church, 107 Dawc% Rd., featuring gtxxl u%cd clothing and white elephant table. Muffins and :,otter will be a%ailable. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. WRITFJRS' CIRCLE. Forest Hill Writer,' Circle meets to diAu%s the writing tit its member% in a critical and constructive manner, Saturday" at Bathurst Heights Library, 3170 Bathurst St. New member% arc welcome. 12 noon to 5 p.m. PANSY --,4TF Brighten your spring garden with cheerful pan%ie% purchased at the Ci%ic Garden Centre', pansy sale, 777 Lawrence Ase. E. Se%cral new shades will he a%ailahle. There is plenty of free parking. The sale Ail! n:iriuc Sun. Apr " at :he ,ane time. 2 d► 2:4.5 p.m SATURDAI CINEMA Cartoxxn favourites, old time classics and short subjects are shown for children of all ages at this film fest held c%ery Saturday at Humber Summit Library, 2990 Islington Ave. It's free. SUN. APR. 7 10.30 a.m. %ATiItF CLAIMS "Native Land Claims, The Struggle From The Perspexti%e of a Native Canadian", will be addressed b% Jimmy Dick, Resident of First Nation School in Toronto at Don Heights Unitarian Congrega- tion, 4 Antrim Cre,c. E%crNonc is welcome. I to 4 p.m. FIFA MARKET Currant Hall Park Community A,%ociat ion is holding a communi- is flea market of arts, crafts, and new and used articles at Curran Hall Community Centre, 277 Orton Park Rd., Scarborough. E%cr%,ute i, welcome. 1:30 to 3 p.m BINGO E%eryone is invited to enjoy ant afternoxn of Bingo in the Com- mon Room of the Wagman Centre, 55 Ameer Ave., North York. Admission t, tree. 2 p.m. ROMWAL.K Royal Ontario Museum volunteer, lad free, hour-long walk% eery Sunda,. and W'ednesdav, rain or shine, at the Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen', Park. For detail, call 586-5513. 2 to 4 p.m. AFTERNOON CONCERT The Ewart Williams Trio will entertain at the regular afternoon concert at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admission is free and e%eryone i, welcome. 2 p.m. TORONTO OPERA CLUB Antony Hammond, Protessor of Drama, McMaster University will be guest speaker at the monthly meeting of the Toronto Opera Club which meet, at Ryerson Institute, Room L72. His topic will be "Ancient or Modern? Some Challenging Comparisons of Famous Singers". The dub is for those who love opera and inose who enjoy learning about opera. For more details ca11 2449665. 2 p.m. THEOS GRIEF GROUP The Scarborough Chapter of Theo% Griet Group, a support group for grie%ing people, meets the first Sunday tit every month at St. Nicholas Anglican Church, 1512 Kingston Rd., Sarhoruugh one block cast of Warden A% c. Fur more detail% call 691-0449. 3 p.m. St NDAI SE:RF.%ADV Sunday Serenade preen is the Scarborough College Chorus at the Meeting Place, Scarborough College, 1265 Military Trail, West Hill. Admi%won is free and e%eryonc is welcome. MON. APR. 8 10 a.m. to 12 noon NUTRITIONAL. COUNSELLING Nutritional counselling services are available to seniors free of charge every Monday at the Wellness Centre located in the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steele,, Ave. W. For an appointment call 225-2112. 12:30 p.m. BRIDGE & CRIBBAGE. Birkdale seniors invite everyone 55 years and over to enjoy an afternoon of bridge and cribbage every Monday at Birkdale Com- munity Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. 7 to II p.m. CHESS CLUB The new Agincourt Chess Club meets every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in the basement of Agincourt Collegiate, 2621 Midland Ave., one block north of Sheppard Ave. For more details call Alex Knox at 493-0019. 7 p.m. INFORMATION NiGHT The Catholic Children's Aid Society is holding an information Night for those interested in fostering. For more details phone Lucille McVionald at 226-1010. 7:30 p.m. POETRY IN MOTION An c%ening of poetry featuring readings by Ralph Gustafson, Anne Michaels, Don McKay and Jeffcry Donaldson will be held at t he George ignat Teff Theatre, 15 Devonshire Place, one block cast of St. George St., south of Bloor. Admission is free. 7:4.5 p.m. GARDEN CLUB MEETING Agincourt Garden Club will hold its general meeting at Knox United Church Chriaian Centre, 2569 Midland A%e. Guest speaker will he Jim McWilliam, manager of The Runnymede Farms in Pickering. President of Pickering Horticultural So 6eiv and Vice President of the Ontario hlum & Dahlia Society. His topic will be "Basics of Vegoable Gardening". Guests are welcome and admis- sion is free. TUES. APR. 9 12 noon EARTH DAY FILMS The Rovai Ontario Museum celebrates Earth Day with a series of films documenting cin iron rnentat issues. Today the film is "Trouble in the Forest" ( 1989). David Suzuki examines the threat acid rain poses to the forests of eastern North America. Admission is free for senior,. For more details call 586-5549. 1 p.m. BRIiX'E Social bridge at W'e%i Hill United Church, Kingstcm Rd. & Or. chard Park Dr. This bridge is for anyone interested in meeting other people with a similar interest. For more details call 281-4769 or 282-8566. 1 to 4 p.m St)CIAI. BRIDGE Join your neighbours for a friendly game of bridge and conver%a- :ion every Tuesday at Victoria Village Library. 184 Sloane A%c.• Scar hon %ugh . 6:30 P.M. BINGO The Ladies Auxiliary, Roval Canadian Legion Branch 258. 45 Lawson Rd., Highland Creek hold% a Bingo c%ery Tuesday evening. E%tr%one is welcome. 7 to 8 p.m. HOLOCAUST ME -MORTAL A Holocaust Memorial Ccrcnxony will he held in the As%embly Room of the W'agman Centre, 55 Anxer Avc., North York. F%crvone is welcher. 8 p.m. UNIVERSI it %OMEN ME:F:i The Canadian Federation of Univentty Women, North Tortmto, meet% the %econd Tuc%day of c%er% month at Eglinton United Church. 65 Sheldrake BI%d. The April meeting will he a musical oening with piano duet% played by dub member% Ria McMurtry and Loi% Buck%rcin. Nancy Wc%icotl and Man Gaffari. Intae%tctl graduate% whit wish to attend or who would like to become member% should contact Jean Leach, 482-6661. (Continued on Page 5) Anniversaries/Birthdays 5111TH WEDDING kNNIVE RSARV Coctgratulatiom to Winnitfred and Norman Frost of Hun- tJln9w00d Dr., Scarborough who are celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Fri. Apr. 5th. Got an anniversary or birthday to celebrate? Call 291-2583 for inclusion in this column. Provincial Constituency Offices 9 a.m. to 5 p m. CONSTiWENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of the Han. Alvin Curling, MPP Scarborough North, located at 5200 Finch Ave. E., Unit 114, Scarborough is open Mon- day to Fridav from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 297-5040. 9 am. to 5 p.m. CONSIIiUENC it OFFICE OPEN The office of Gerry Phillips, MPP Scarborough -Agincourt, located at 4l)U2 Sheppard A%e. E., Suite W4, northeast corner of Sheppard and Kennedy, is open Mondav to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For appointment, phone 297-6568. 9 am. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OI FICE OPEN The office of Da%id Warner, MPP Scarbtxough-Ellesmere, located at 695 Markham Rd., Unit 30, in Cedar Heights Plaza, is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Fridav from 9 a m to i p.m For appoinimeni, phone 4119-1243. Federal Constituency Offices 9 am. to 4 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Pauline Browes, MP Scarborough Centre, located at 2163 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite B, is open Mondav to Fridav, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evenings by appointment only, , phone 751-7400. 9 am. to 4:30 p.m, CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Bob Hicks, MP Scarborough East, located at Morningside Mall, 255 Morningside Ave., Suite 314 is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4.30 P m. Phone 281-6767. 9 am. to 4 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Tom Wappd, MP Scarborough West, located at 483 Kennedy Rd. is open Monday to Fridav, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evenings and Saturday mornings by appointment only, 261-8613. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Barbara Greene, MP Don Valley North, is located at 173 Ravel Rd., Willowdale in the Finch -Leslie Plaza. The office is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays the office is open Phone 493-1994. by appointment only. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Ren6 Soetens, MP Ontario Riding, located at 103 Clad Kingston Rd., Suite 4, Pickering Village is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only. Phone 686-0432. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Derek lee, MP Scarborough Rouge River, located at 200 Town Centre Court, Suite 219, Scarborough, MIP 4X8 is open Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed. 1-5 p.m. Phone 2968899. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Jim Karygiannis, MP Scarborough - Agincourt, located at 3850 Finch Ave. E., Suite 406, is open weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays 11 a.m. to l p.m. iw appointment only, call 321-5454. 1 Community Diary (Continued from Page 4) TUES. APR. 9 7:30 p.m DON VAI.I,F.Y CHORUS Ladies are invited to join the Don Vallev Chorus (Harmony Inter- national) and sing 4 -part harmony at Church of St. Andrew rehear- sal hall, southeast corner of Hwy. 401 and Victoria Park Ave. every Tuesdays. For more detail~ :all Mary McFadyen, 625-0913. 8 p.m. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETS The North Toronto Horticultural Society invites everyone to a slide presentation and discussion program at the Civic Garden Cen- ire, Edwards Gardens, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. at Leslic St. Kathy Cox, master gardener and horticultural advisor at the Civic Garden Centre will discuss "Perennials Out of Season". 8 p.m. SEVEN OAKS CAMERA CLUB Novice and experienced guests are welcome to the meetings of Seven Oaks Camera Club which meets every Tuesday on the second floor at St. Andrew's Public School, north side of Brimorton Dr. between Brimley & McCowan Rd%. For more details call Doug Hall at 431-6922. WED. APR. 10 12 n4m)n & 230 P.M. CLASSIC FILMS The Ontario $Lienee Centre presents "Death Takes A Holiday" 11934), starring Frederic March, Evelyn Venable arxi Sir Guy Stan- ding. The film is presented at 12 norm free for senior% only and at 2:30 p.m. for general audiences when it is free with adrnission. 2 to 5 p.m. & 6:30 Io 3:30 p.m. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FAIR E%cryone is invited to the Volunteer Opportunity Fair at Pro- vidence Centre. 3276 St. Clair Ave. E. at Warden Ave., Scar- lbrough. Choose your way to care. Learn about the many rewar- ding ways io %ohnrtcer. Free parking, refreshments and door prices. S p.m. SEMINAR A Behavioural and Evolutionary Ecology Seminar with fourth year %tudent projects will be held at Scarborough College Campus, 1265 Military Trail. Rest Hill. Call 287-7400 for room location and ea her detain. 7 p.m. ART EXHIBITION Scarborough Arts Council is sponsoring the sixth annual juried art exhibition at the Gallery of the Consilium, 200 Consilium Place, Scarh„rough. F%ersonc welcome. 7:30 p.m. SINGLE.% Mt::"i The Willowdale Chapter of Separated, Divorced & Widowed Catholics trice the %econd Wedw%dav_ of evm nxmth at St. Gabriel'% Centre, 672 Sheppard A%e. E. The toric for this meeting will he •'1% Your Star Sign True?- Join them for thi% fun astrotogy nigh;. For more doad, call 491 SAW. %%ening%. 7:30 it, 9 p.m C4riMF-flc SURGERY The Chief of Otolaryngology at Scart+orough General Ho%piial will present an illustrated talk atxxn facial co»rnetic wrgery, in- cluding face lift%, eye lift%, nasal surgery. car %urltery. lipo%uctioxt of the nevi and more at Central Library, 5120 Vonge St. Admission is Metro Separate School Bd. Notes 1991-Y2 School Year The hoard has approved the 1991-1992 School Year Calendar, as follows: Number of school days - 195, Number of profes- sional activity days - 10: Labour Day Sept. 2, 1991: School year commences Sept. 3, 1991: School year ends June 26, 1992: Thanksgiving Day Oct. 14, 1991: Christmas Break Dec. 23 1991, to Jan. 3,19-92; Mid -winter Break !Mar. 16, 1992 to Mar. 20. 1992: Good Friday Apr. 17, 1992: Easter Monday Apr. 20, 1992, Victoria Day May 18, 1992. Two professional activity days have been set aside to enable staff to participate in the board's stategic planning process. The remaining eight pro- fessional activity days are required for implementa- tion of approved Cur- riculum, Review, Design and Implementation priorities, for parent inter- views, for local staff development needs, for staff faith development and for school administrative purposes. 1991 Grant Regulation The Ministry of Educa- tion has issued the General Legislation Grant Regula- tion, revised for the 1991 calendar year. Estimated operating grants for the MSB in 1991, excluding Direct Capital Grant, are: Elementary $197,890,631; Secondary $117,934,231: for a total of $315,824,862. This represents a 0.69 increase from last year's grant revenue of $314,088,621. Enrolment Statistics Statistical information on teacher and student enrolment for Jan. 31, 1991 was presented to the board. Total student enrolment on Jan. 31st was 103,658 up 2,425 from Sept. 1990. Formative 1 ears Consulta- tion Paper The Formative Years Consultation Paper -A Sum- mary of Responses from the Metropolitan Separate School Board has been sub- mitted to the Ontario Ministry of Education's Formative Years Work Team. The paper is a compila- tion of over 80 replies from school staffs, parent com- mittees, individual teachers, principals and vice -principals and their association, the MCPVA (Metropolitan Principals' and Vice -Principals' Association) and program Design Department. While the community supports many of the statements found in the Ministry's working paper. concerns are expressed that adequate financial and professional support be provided for schools in meeting increased societal expectations and the many physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of children today. Concern is also expressed in relation to the entire area of evalua- tion, and the part that ben- chmarks will play in assessment. French Immersion French Immersion Infor- mation Nights will be held at the following Metropolitan Separate Schools at 7 p.m. Our Lady of Wisdom, 10 Japonica Rd., Scar- borough-, St. Cecilia School, 355 Annette St., Toronto; St. Cyril School, 18 Kempford Blvd., North York; and St. Agatha School, 49 Cathedral Bluffs Dr., Scarborough. Highland Creek Women's Institute by Evelyn Dempsey On Wed. Feb. 13 the in- stitute members met at Centennial Rouge Hall for the regular meeting. Mrs. Mary Miller, presi- dent called the meeting to order at 11:30 p.m. and welcomed the visitor, Jessie Bartley. The meeting commenced with the "Opening Ode" "Mary Stewart Collect" and "Lord's Prayer". After the reading of the minutes Mary Miller gave a report of the District Board Meeting of Jan. 28, and mentioned several im- portant dates to keep in mind. Days at The Lee Museum Home, Stoney Creek - Apr. 27 - Hands on Hentage Craft Day. June 4 and 5 - Regular Women's Institute Days; Aug. 24 - Victorian Tea; Oct. 2 and 3 - Harvest Festival: December - Christmas at The Lee. A Special Associated Country Women of the World Day is Apr. 28. In- clude your community. June. 1991, is Women's In- stitute month. a time to do something special for the institute. think of ideas. In the fall "Wardrobe Wirardy" will be offered for members. The Centennial Commit- tee of the Federated Women's Institute of On- tano is offering competi- tions each year until 1991 , the centennial year of On- tario's institutes. Some of the subjects are: -Design- ing a plate: a suitable design on the face of the Women's Institute Centen- nial Commemorative Plate". A song with music. A quilt. We hope all institute members will keep these in mind and endeavour to enter one of the competi- tions. At the National Conven- tion in Victoria, B.C. July 11-15, 1991 an Erland Lee award will be presented to a man who has done something outstanding for the Women's Institute in Canada. A committee with Jeanne Livingstone and Gladi ': '�'�• - �' A :cam •ylot ` Wed. April 3, 1991 THE NEWS, POST Page 5 1r Sunday 7 Apn'l, 199 t 11:00 aim - 5:00 P�WI- SHERATON PARKWAY HOTU 600 Hwy. #7, RicMRond Hit a Ontario (Don DoVa Ney Pkwy. Twelve of Owl, cruise lines in the world yr A be in aMendatce. VW60 preserrhoiorls OwoughwA the day. If you are thinking of taking o <nrise dohs roar DON? AMSS THIS SHOW. Don -1 buy a %wise artyw wee else until you attend Guise Holidays second annul CRUISE HOL1DtAYSHOW. Featluring specials to Atosioo, Caribbean. Mexican Riviera, Fol* Cruises and mo rty ttrmi a e:octihi ng destinations. Some pre -show specials available at --- lSttiJfit Vt't <LI(I;IJ Cruise Holiday shores NOW! TO BE STARTING AT TO THE PUBLIC TICKETS ARE $5.00 and are available at GPM AWAr. $495 FOR 414E DAY ONLY all Cruise Holidays stores in southern Ontario Call The Cruise Experts Today d Drop in for a Free Intro Movie to Cruising CRUISE ""` Y 321-3315 m 2 ANTRIM CRES. - 2ND. FLOOR rr ANTRIM < 0 s buBdinq south of 401 on Kenmdyl A bright idea for every generation' Seven-year-old Lind- Saving say Lyon of Richmond Hill shows her grandmother. Gladys Lyon of Willowdale :Manor in Toronto. the next generation in lighting and electricity savings. The compact fluorescent Electric ity bulb lindsay is holding replaces the traditional incandes- cent bulb, using approximately one-third the electricity but producing the same level of light. By taking advantage of Says Lindsay v,rants from Ontario Hydro to install compact fluorescent light fixtures behind 104 exit signs, Willowdale Manor will reduce energy demand by 3.1 kilowatts of energy. wasform as o lookr ter was farmed to look after 75th. Anniversary For the planning for the District Ante of York Wilkinson Public School East Women'ss Institute to be held in Centennial Rouge Hall. Calling all Alumni of Wilkinson Public School to a 75th Gladi Milbourn, Educa- Anniversary Celebration on May it. 1991. tion and Cultural Con- For more information call Daphne 393-96Ta. vener, gave an interesting talk about the care of house •creatively•• ..�., plants and the meanings of made with Miller s•••Valentine cake. plant names. r. hearts on paAt chocolate - the conclusion of the Cathv Class Roll call was answered meeting Doris Arkw•right namon jelly hearts from by presenting a special d d Pat Ba�alenried Doris Arkwright. An en - home made Valentine, joyable time spent chatting some were baked and some refreshments, and Mary ended the afternoon. Sunday 7 Apn'l, 199 t 11:00 aim - 5:00 P�WI- SHERATON PARKWAY HOTU 600 Hwy. #7, RicMRond Hit a Ontario (Don DoVa Ney Pkwy. Twelve of Owl, cruise lines in the world yr A be in aMendatce. VW60 preserrhoiorls OwoughwA the day. If you are thinking of taking o <nrise dohs roar DON? AMSS THIS SHOW. Don -1 buy a %wise artyw wee else until you attend Guise Holidays second annul CRUISE HOL1DtAYSHOW. Featluring specials to Atosioo, Caribbean. Mexican Riviera, Fol* Cruises and mo rty ttrmi a e:octihi ng destinations. Some pre -show specials available at --- lSttiJfit Vt't <LI(I;IJ Cruise Holiday shores NOW! TO BE STARTING AT TO THE PUBLIC TICKETS ARE $5.00 and are available at GPM AWAr. $495 FOR 414E DAY ONLY all Cruise Holidays stores in southern Ontario Call The Cruise Experts Today d Drop in for a Free Intro Movie to Cruising CRUISE ""` Y 321-3315 m 2 ANTRIM CRES. - 2ND. FLOOR rr ANTRIM < 0 s buBdinq south of 401 on Kenmdyl Page 6 THE NEWS POST Wed. April 3, 1991 Bill Watt's Worlds ON STAGE: Title notwithstanding, "That Scatterbrain Booky" is not an updated version of Damon Runyon's Little Miss Marker. It's a new musical by Joey Miller bas- ed on the stories of Bernice Thurman Hunter and is currently in residence at the Y.P.T... Young Peo- ple's Theatre. Set in Toronto (Bir- cheliffe:Scarborough ac- tually) during the 30s, Booky-pronounced boo-kee and.the childhood name of Miss Hunter -is a charming yet gritty story of hard economic times during what is still referred to and capitalized as the Great Depression. For sure they were tough yet somehow, children could have as much fun then as at any other time. Children are not mindless creatures you know. They experience disappoint- ment, fear and unease in the same measure as adults. Yet, they seem able to grasp the simpler joys of life. They did so during the Depression and we can join them through the eyes of That Scatterbrain Booky who performs as nar- rator chorus. Booky is eleven year old Beatrice who lives with her parents. an older brother and sister and a baby brother. Her father can't fund work and eventually the family has to leave the shabby familiarity of Bir- chcliff for the perceived mean streets of Swansea. There is a manta] split - more or less to be expected -but an eventual reconciliation when Lad gets a job in Neilson's and Booky gets to keep her pa- tent leather shoes purchas- ed in Eaton's at an Oppor- tunity Day sale. Now. since the play is m - tended for children -in fact, we believe adults will enjoy it more -it behooves one to point out that there are some inaccuracies in the play that the young ones should not carry away. Probably the greatest er- ror is in the depiction of Depression Toronto as a shabby, even dirty place. That's wrong, incorrect, what ever. During the Depression. with so many risen out of work and spen- ding time at home, most houses and yards were ex- ceptionally clean and well maintained. Sidewalks were swept and washed, brass work was polished, windows were sparkling. A well kept home was one way to put in time and to preserve at least some measure of pride. Another error is the sug- gestion that Jews were discriminated against in the Balmy Beach neighbourhood. Try telling that to the Turofskys! A few other errors are rather more irritating than serious. In one of the musical numbers -a dreamy, poignant ballad - reference is made to danc- ing at the Palais Royale. French was not a strong suit in those days and peo- ple danced at "the pally roil". Remember. Also, the area around Bloor and Runnvmede has always been considered one of the better areas of the city, even with a Stelto plant. ( We're really going back now.) And, it has always been pronounced Swansee not Swan Zee. Enough with the correc- tions' Let's get on to the play and the performers. The music in Booky is quite pleasant and well per- formed by by all. The small "orchestra" performs miracles of "musician ship" and extracts full melodic value out of ever% tune. All of the singers per- form well and that includes the children. Mention is made of that because so often a musical score is beyond the reach of most. The choreography is childlike but not childish and adds much to the en- joyment of the songs it ac- companies and com- plements. Now. the performers. The title role is essayed by eleven year old Trish Lindstrom in her theatrical debut. She does well, very well indeed, in a role that should never be assigned to one so young. It is the role that carries the stow and a major responsibility. Our heart goes out to young Miss Lindstrom along with our congratulations for an auspicious debut. Amy Kern is her older sister just beginning to feel love for a young man played by Chris Diamant. They are both just right as Around and About Your Dining &Entertainment Guide adolescents. Mary Ann MacDonald and Neil Foster are her parents. The former can wring your heart with her weariness. This is a woman who is more than just physically tired. She is bone weary to the soul; weary of hard times. One supposes that the father is supposed to be a sympathetic figure; a man refusing the dole but unable to find work. As a father we couldn't find it in us to like any man who values his own stupid pride over the welfare of his children. We dislike the character but hugely ad- mire Mr. Foster's por- trayal. As for the rest of the cast, many of whom play multi- ple roles, space will now permit only mention of their names. Be assured. however, that each member gives full measure of entertainment value. Here are the names: Heather Brown, Paul Brown, Rebecca Greenberg. Amy Kern, Tyler L.abine, Judy Mar- shak, Vince Metcalfe, Charlotte Moore. Kafi Pierre and Daniel Sterner. Incidentally, the pro- gram lists the cast in alphabetical order rather than the usual order of ap- pearance and it's just a tad confusing. There's nothing confus- ing though about ' That Scatterbrain Booky" in spite of our more than somewhat rambling review. Booky is a tonic, in Spring or any other time of the year. TRAN SI TION : Given good health, ac- tors. singers and musicians can perform well into the sunset years. Dancers, however. with few excep- tions, can't usually per- form at their best much beyond the maximum age of fifty. As well, dancing has the highest incidence of in- juries sustained in any of the performing arts. We rather suspect that it's higher than in most sports, r ELLAS RESTAURANT AND BANQUET NAl.1.5 LUXURY BANQUET FACILITIES Any size up to 1 500 people • WEDDINGS • ENGAGEMENTS • COMPANY MEETINGS • SEMINARS • DINNER • LUNCH • BREAKFASTS • RETIREMENT PARTIES • BAPTISMS 35 Danforth Rd. Scarborough Ample free parking. For reservations 6941194 702 Pape Ave. (above Danforth Ave.) 463-0334 Spring Comes In Like A Lamb Spring activities are underway at Black Creek Pioneer Village and include the arrival of a stew• generation of farm animals. The villages' livestock program includes breeds of domestic animals that are rare and minor varieties today but were commonly found on On- tario farms in the 1960s. The Leicester sheep are among these, and recently a number of lambs were born at the Village. They are on view to the public in the orchard, weather per- mitting. Other farm animals to delight children and adults alike are the Tamworth pig, the Cana- dian borne. the Clydesdale horse. shorthorn oxen. a shorthorn milking cow and a variety of poultry. For more information call ( 416) 7361733. too. twelve year old condemned live in the Paris Opera Whether through age or to spend eternity as a House. It is in fact a fully injury, however, there brownie jumping the fleshed life story of the comes a time when a mushroom in the fairy ring hideously disfigured dancer can no longer of Hell. One wonders if she musical and architectural dance. What will he or she will sing I Dream of genius. Quite clever. do then? How does one Brownie with the Light While on the subject of move from a rewarding Blue Jeans. ( Sorry, soft covers, we've just discipline known since Stephen Foster lovers.) received the fust edition childhood to another Prince is the story of a Official Price Guide to sphere of activity? For Chairman of the CBC. Paperbacks ( House of Col - some there is the Dancer What after all is his game? lectibles, New York). Transition Centre. That's a question many It includes 41,000 listings DTC is a non profit have been pondering for from 1929 to 1981. The organization established some years now. listings appear to be six years ago to help "6' deals with the precise but we can't make dancers make the transi- assimilation of behavioural full comment. Here's why. tion from stage and perfor- patterns through the eyes When reviewers such as mance careers to second of a six year old. One can't ourself receive books from professions of equal help thinking of the South the publishers for review reward and merit. Pacific song, Carefully they are ours to do with as As noted, it is a non profit Taught. The official opening is we please . . except that they may not be sold. operation. It is not, Friday but there will be a That's fair enough and as it however, without operating preview tomorrow even- should be; many of the costs and those costs must ing. books have a high dollar be secured. We wish success to a value. Most or many of the So, this Sunday at 7 p.m. company willing to present books we have reviewed in Walter Thompson Hall, three plays with such are given to the various DTC is presenting a con- unusual premises. hospitals and homes in the cert by Gary Arbour, prin- city. cipal pianist of the National HEADLINES: To ensure that the books Ballet. The Canadian Opera are not sold, a label is gum - We have no information Company is now accepting rued to the inside front on the program content but applications for its Wig and cover. It cannot be remov- don't believe the absence of Make -Up Training Appren- ed without damaging the it to be terribly important. Lice Program, now in its cover. Our copy of the Of - What ever the composition, fourth year. ficial Price Guide has the Mr. Arbour performs it All applications must be usual label. However, it's well. submitted in writing to the pasted over the reference For tickets call 978-3744. COC by Apr. 15th. Good key; hence our initial dif- All seats are unreserved Luck and.. don't blow your ficulty in determining the and doors will open at 6:30. top. efficacy of the listings. Walter Thompson Hall is in Must say, however, that the Edward Johnson IN PRINT: we much enjoy seeing il- Building, 80 Queen's Park You know you're behind lustrations of some beloved Cr. Shall we see you there? in your book reviews when old favourites. And, what a soft cover editions are now surprise to realize that THEATRE NOTES: available of books you Harlequin didn't always Crow's Theatre, haven't yet read. publish only romance operating out of the Poor We refer to "Phantom- novels. Wait 'til you seethe Alex (296 Brunswick Ave.) The Novel of His Life" by cover on "No Orchids For debuts three one act plays Susan Kay ( Random Miss Blandish". Hoo boy! this Friday. They sound House). Our full review FAST FAIT: most interesting and can't be offered since we These words of Cyril Con - custom is recommended haven't read it. However, nolly might well apply to sight unseen. we have now scanned it at Bob Rae and/or Brian The first of the three least and can tell you that Mulroney "Whom the gods plays in Tritych is Brownie it's a clever supposition of wish to destroy they first From Hell, the story of a how the Phantom came to call promising." Baboons Of Kenya: The Pumphouse Gang An exhibition of 37 fascinating colour photographs at the Royal Ontario Museum portrays the social behaviour and activities of "The Pumphot s Gang' a troop o(65 baboons living in Kenya, East Africa. The complexities and lifestyles of baboons have been the focus of a 17 year study by Dr. Shirley C. Strum, Associate Professor of An- thropology at the University of California. The troop was named after a pumphouse situated near their favourite sleeping site. When farmers intruded upon the baboons' chosen habitat, Strum's knowledge enabled her to move them succsssfully to a new home. The exhibition illustates the life cycle of the baboon from birth through infancy to adulthood, focusing on learning processes, play activities. social relations. and adaptation to the environment. Unlike earlier researchers. Strum found that baboons are a complex, highly social group in which the males use sophisticated social manoeuvres more often than aa on to get their way. She has recently described the results of her research in the book "Almost Human: A Journey into the World of Ba- boons", published by Random House (1997). The exhibit also contains a segment on how Strum identified baboons as individuals. Photographs of baboon faces and accompany- ing labels describe distinguishing characteristics among males. females, juveniles.. and infants. "Baboons of Kenya: The Pumphouse Gang" runs from Mar. 30 through to July 21st and is included with museum admission. Schools Offer Learning In The Summer Make this a summer of fun and learning. The Toronto Board of Educa- tion is offering a wide range of summer pro- grams for everyone. Most of the courses are free of charge to Toronto Board students. Parents will be happy to know their children will be well Super- vised in a safe environment that encourages creativity and learning. For pre -kindergarten children, the Toronto Board offers half-day pro - grants in French, arts, dance, stories, songs - in fact everything to prepare your child for school in September. Enrichment programs for elementary and secon- dary students as well as adults include activities such as aquatics, Chinese cooking, calligraphy, and guitar. Adults pay a nominal $1.25 per instruc- tional hour for these general interest programs. One of the most popular programs is the Outdoor Education for grades 5 to 8 where students spend parts of each day studying the environment, bird life, pond life, going on camping trips and hiking. But perhaps the biggest bargain of all are week- long sessions at Boyne River Natural Science School near Shelburne. Each week 140 students are selected. They live at Boyne River, study natural science outdoors, geography, learn to use maps and compasses and study birds, trees and pond life. Transportation, ac- commodation, meals and instruction are all included in the $10 weekly fee! Secondary credit pro- grams are free to secon- dary school students, Cana- dian citizens, landed im- migrants, individuals on work permits and refugees. English as a Second Language and literacy classes are also free. The sports program pro- vides a great opportunity to improve your skill level under expert instruction. Most classe are co- educational and include everything from baseball. golf. cricket, hockey, ten - nis and day camps with a focus on high energy sports and leisure activities. There's also a summer swim program for children and adults at many school pools. For seniors (60 and over) there's a variety of enrich- ment and general interest programs in art. ceramics, painting, stained glass, bridge. computers. dress making. photography and wood working among many others. Education is for everyone and education is forever. Toronto Board of Education programs are providing opportunities for quality "Life -fang Learn- ing". Add Colour To Your Garden In April Brighten your spring garden with cheerful pan- sies purchased at the Civic Garden Centre's Pansy Sale on Sat. Apr. 6 and Sun Apr. 7, at 777 Lawrence Ave. E. from 12 noon to 5 p.m. There is plenty of free parking - The pansies, specially grown for the Civic Garden Centre, can be planted im- mediately to add a spec- tacular burst of colour which will last from the early spring months through to fall. Several new shades will be available this year in- cluding the 1990 Imperial Pink Shades, the All American Selection Winner for 1991, Padparadja, a pumpkin orange, and the Crystal Bowl Series in a deep purple. The Civic Garden Centre volunteers will be available to provide assistance and the centre's Master Gardeners and Hor- ticulturists will also be available to give helpful tips on planting and care. During the growing season, a major source of funds for the centre is the proceeds from its various plant sales. This money enables the centre to con- tinue to provide the many services it offers to the public. The centre hopes to con- tinue to bring to the public one of the finest free hor- ticultural advice courses in North America on garden- ing and floral arts, as well as special programming directed to those who simp- ly love to garden. Young & Old Together -Bringing Young and Old Together" is a growing phenomenon throughout the Province of Ontario. The "How -To" of developing Intergenera- tional Programs is the theme of a workshop spon- sored by the Office for Senior Citizens' Affairs, Education and Resource Centre. Hosted by the Toronto In- tergenerational Project, co -hosts for the event in- clude: Toronto Board of Education, North York Board of Education, City of York School Board, Senior Care, Providence Centre, Kipling Child Care Centre and the Volunteer Centre, Retirement Plus. This workshop will be of interest to educators in nursery, elementary and secondary schools. educators and students in colleges and universities: staff and volunteers in day care centres for pre- schools and the elderly: faith communities. libraries: social service agencies: government and seniors. The event will be held at the Peckham Centre. 85 Peckham Ave. North York on Fri. Apr. 12th from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The registration fee is $25 per person and includes lunch and a manual. Volunteers Needed For Sports, Music Or Crafts Volunteers are needed to coach a volleyball game, referee basketball, teach aerobics, help a young per- son write music or play an instrument, read to a young child or work with older children in an after school are anu crafts lx•u- gram. If your interests lie in any of these fields why not give a few hours of your time to help someone else. For more details call the Scarborough Volunteer Centre at 364-2308. Wed. April 3. 1991 THE NEWS/POST Page 7 Needs Volunteers Scarborough Distress Centre is a non-profit organization where specially trained volunteers provide an anonymous and confiden- tial mental health support service by telephone responding to Metro Toron- to area callers who may be lnnely. in need of infnrma- tion or suicidal. Referrals are made to medical and community resources as appropriate. Scarborough Distress Centre needs more volunteers. Training is pro- vided on an ongoing basis. Call 751-6890 for more in- formation. 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The Second Annual Grand Toronto Jazz Party, organized by Gordon Fan- cy. a Mississauga en - I repreneur and founder of The Grealer S'nrk Jazz 1!iociei,., will unlit(, nH►re than 23 inwm 'tans from the L-nilod States and Canada. Bob Haggart, the nian wfio composed "WhaCs New" and "Big Norse From Winelka", will be there playing bass With his musical partner of more than 50 years. Yank Lawson on trumpet. They are the featured guests at t he Jarz Party- a r ri but e i o their half century of con- tribution to jazz. *'The aim of rhe jazz par- ty." said Gordon Fancy, "is to honour Bob and Yank and bring back as many of the musicians who played in the clubs and big bands When Tor'otno Was one of the cent res of jazz. The en1- phasls is on mainstream and swing and small groups arid unusual group - I ngs of i nst rumenl s are ern- phastit•d to allow fuller ex- pr'essioli and Interplay... 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O'Heam & Son PAINTING i DECORATING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 425-5043 NATION PLUMBING Residential plumbing and Hestinq. Also offering Tifnq a Plastering Services Roderick Nation 431.5006 After hours 5137662 SPRING PRUNING and Cleanups Lawn maintenance and landscaping. Fertidzktg and lawn r'eDali . Call Les at 694-5363 RENOVATIONS, Drywall, plumbing. No lob too small. Call Aziz at 429-2067 or evenings 269.6281. Rogers Cable TV WED. APRIL 1 1991 P.3I. L2: W Comgter TV I : W Avraeas Greek Show North York Council 2:00Hooked On F iuM 2:30 Community Seo ITe(ense 3: 20 Home owns., wisp 4:00 The Ddferem Path 4:30 News Review 5:60 Good Afternoon TV 6 W MP DoeNd MPP 7 EY- Ro b Kaplan lhc 6: IS Frances Iohin 6:30 Horiasat'dif7e9 t1 Relipon 7: 0o Xauve Lod Claims T Eli After All It's Your Health 6:00 North York Council 9:00 East York Mayan Office Tax Return 16:00 Charles Best Lecture I, : 00 Talkies Sex THL'RS. APRIL 4 P.Y. 12:00 NY City Yaws Toronto Council Insight 12:30 Watercolor My Way 1:00 EmT Chub-Ycoth Day 2 00 Tai 2:30 Manes In The Bad 3:00 Far Your Information 3:30 The Aru Work-Mavor Moore 4:00 Indeperi Film Eye 5:00 In Conversation Jocko Thomas 5:30 Cuisine k Fine Wine 6:00 MP MPP Reports Mammol 6:15 Davi Turnbull iti 6:30 Horizpu Do Children Need Religion 7:60 Reaction 8:611 Lerrwnaid Show 9:00 Talk 10:00 MCA: It UppLocyy Gray 10:30 MCA:Aerobucs•Alive ac Well 11:00 Empire Club Youth Day t2: 00 lit FRI. APRIL 5 P.M. 12:10 Metro Cou ncil Focus 12:30 Institute For Christian Ethics 1:00 Good Afternoon TV 2:00 Arts On View 2:301n Conversation Peter Foster 3:00 I_ dent Film Eye 4:00 EV ring Week '91 5:00 Hy 10 5:30 Stormy Mornay with Danny Marks 6:00 MP'MPP Reports-Harruck Tanana Akande 6:15 Arihony ta Perra 6:30 Horizon-Ja'Fan Islamic Centre 7:00 Come SAIDS Ed. for= 7 30 For Your Information B:W The Arts Work-Maver Moore 8:30 Rob Cormier Show 9:10 MCA The lemon -Aid Stow 10:aO MCA: Music West Classical Music 110:30 MCA our Tomorrows Sr. Show It: a6Ididtrray to F�kry Green y 11:36 rMan ydaa6arti 12 00 %1_1!�Y SAY. APRIL 6 A.M. 8:00 WLU Was Can. 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APRIL 7 A.M. 8:00 WLU 9:00 Empire Club 1000 Ursaki Award 11:00 Reaction P.M. t2:00 Avramis Greek Show 1:00 Images at Iran 1:30 For Your Information 2:00 Institute For Political Involvemert-Perc tons 5:00 Family Life Centre 5: 00 POwruers Worksho 6:00 PP Reports -Dna Heap 5:15 6:30bony Show 7:00 Independent Film Eye 8:00 Saints Score Card 8:30 Tournament of Champion. 9:00 Com er TV 10:00 Hi way 10 Fi Green Reunion 10:30 Stormy Monday With Danny Marks 11:00 The Lennon -Aid Slow 22:00 Community Messages MON. APRIL 8 P.M. 12:00 Images (N Iran 1:00 Canadian Club 2:00 Hooked On FisWrug 2:30 Commurnity Self 6efence 3 00 Good Afternoon TV 4:00 Rogers Sports Event Of The Week -Philips Jr National Tennis Boys fi Girls Finals 6:00 MP MPP Reports Margery Ward 6 I5 Marlyn (larrky 6:30 Horizon Interfalth special 7'00.News Review Get ready too SPRING SPECIAL 40% Off Storni Window reelovsl and "0 - trough cleaning a repairs. Dependable warm d Wont. Cant Ontario aw tp RMIN 763-9143 7:30 titraidtt Talk YY - Tarenao Cataucil 1111 Fast York Geared ES' 8:00 M'uercniar 6I way with Jack (teed �T) 6:30 The Latsaur show 9:00 NY Cit Views Citv P� '91 T 10:00 MCA: Areru 10:30 MCA. Late Late Shaw 1100 Canadian Club 12 00 Caetmmit-y 71'ES. APRIL 9 P.v. 12:00 InsMrte For Pribeical Involvement 1:00 Steppes tote T_2:00 Ta" QL 2:30 610aey la Thr Bank 3 so News Review Co.rmuumq Newsppeu 3:30 watercolour M Way__ with Jack Reid 4:60 The Lanot raid Show S 00 Reaction 6 00 MP MPP Reonrbt 6:15 Also Pedwa 6:31: Honzon-United Church 7:00 Tournament of CLampioos 7:30 Metro Council Fon. Bev Salmon :11100 A: Shp—de Etobieoke Chuur- 10:30 MCA: Arbsa.s 11:00 Rob Cormier Show 11: 30 The Flame 12:00 Community Messages 0 NEED To KNOW SOMETHnVG ABOUT OR NEW [IMMUNITY? Call SUSAN FITZGERALD Ififonle'Fig. Phone: 497.8688 Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings. along with helpful community infixmation. Community Sports Notes Men's Indoor Soccer Championships The 1990191 O. C. A. A. Men's Indoor Soccer Championships were hosted _by Cenfennial Col - Ire on Fri. -Sat., Mar. 22-23 at Centennial's Progress DEL Gym. There were six colleges participating including Cambrian, Confederation, Conestoga Sheridan, St. Clair an Centennial. Centennial had two preliminary round games. In the first frame ( the "cur- tain raiser &a ), Centennial withstood an early assault from St. Clair, but prevail- ed 2-1. Scoring Centennial's E:goals were Fernando magueresse and Ken Onwrgbe Uentennial next played Sheridan. In a very rough game the Colts came out Mucky losers 1 - 2. Doug Hardinge scored Centen- nial's loneoal. That meant that -Centennial finished second in Pool "B" and had to go up against Pool "A" champions Cam- brian. In semi-final action Centennial had its way Rthings and handily defeated Cambrian 2 - 0. Wayn als.e Lindo had both go In the championshi final, Centennial was pitted against old nemesis Con- estoga. Conestoga went up early 1 - 0 and gwte easily could and shout have been up by three or four goals. Alas It was not to be Conestoga's Centennial struck for a late first half goal by Dave Martinez. This stayed the same for the rest of the regular game, but in overtime with a man advantage, Craig Mi nall took a pass from Frank Cardona and beat Constola s goalie, Mike Zuber Tor the winning marker. In a very exciting game, Centennial rode Craig Mclnall's goal in overtime to win 2 - 1 and become the Men's O.C. A.A. Indoor Soc- cer Champions for 1990(91. Sheridan beat Cambrian in the bronze medal game 3 -1. Tournament All -Stars were Marino Di acoman- tinio ( Cambrian-) ; Richie Green ( Centennial) ; Frank Cardona (Centennial); Gary Noronha (Conestoga); Mike Zuber (Conestoga - goalkeeper and Colin Samuels (Sheridan). The tournaments most valuable player was Frank Cardona ( Centennial Col- lege) . Senior Citizens Tennis Club The City of Scarborough would play its games at become a member of this Recreation, Parks and Stephen Leacock tennis club, should come out to a Culture Department has courts (Birchmount and special meeting on Mon. been requested to assist in Sheppard) one day during Apr. 22nd at 1:30 p.m. at the organization of a Senior the week throughout the Stephen Leacock Com - Citizens Tennis Club. summer. munity Centre. The club would be open to Scarborough residents, 55 Anyone interested in For further information years of age and over and helping to estabish or call 396-7411. $18,500 For Preschools Conference The Hon. Perrin Beatty. Minister of National Health and Welfare Canada, recently announced fun- ding of $18.500 over four and one half months to the Toronto & District Parent Co-operative Preschool Corporation in Scar - Funding is being provid- ed under the Child Care In- itiatives Fund to enable the Toronto & District Parent Co-operative Preschool Corporation to sponsor a conference of North American parent co- operative preschools. This five day conference to be held in Toronto will cover such topics as: leadership and board train- ing; serving special needs children; multiculturalism within child care settings. working effectively with parents: time and stress management. and teacher - exchange ideas. The Child Care In- itiatives Fund was established in 1986 to pro- mote research, develop- ment and demonstration of services that will enhance the quality of child care in Canada. The fund provides approximately $15 million per year towards this ob- jective and will be in opera- tion until 1995. Community Support Services In keeping with its goal and vision. Metropolitan Toronto Association for Community Living (MTACL) has established a department called Com- munity Support Services. This department is based at Fairfax ADP, Scar- borough ADP and Gooderham Developmen- tal Centre. Community Support Ser - St. John Ambulance vices tries to Cud recrea- tional, work and. or leisure activities for adults in the community. The communi- ty service worker will, in the beginning. support the individual in these new en- vironments but eventually will phase out his her posi- tion as the natural supports in the environment offer assistance to the in- dividual. Karen Lippmann, Volunteer Coordinator for the Scarborough Division will have a close symbiotic relationship with the department in finding volunteers to help in- dividuals acclimate to these new situations. The volunteer then becomes a natural support to the handicapped in- dividual as they get to know each other better and friendship grows. In keeping with the MTACL's mission, the Scarborough Division is striving to integrate the handicapped into settings which encourage friend- ships and initiate further integration. To find out more, or to in- vestigate volunteer oppor- tunities, call Karen at 431-2838. Courses Smoke Free Building BC Athlete To Vye For Triple Crown The 1991 Youth Bowling Council National Tenpin Championships will be held at Brunswick Bowl in Mississauga on Apr. 5th and 6th. The championship will be a singles event conducted on a win and loss, round :robin, match play system with two games being bowl- ed against each province. Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals will be presented in each of six categories - Bantam Boys & Bantam Girls (11 years of age and under at Aug. 1st, 1990); Junior Boys & Junior Girls (12 through 14 years of age). Senior Boys & Senior Girls (15 through 18 years of age) . Local, Regional and Pro- vincial playdowns were held across the country during January, February and March. Over 4.000 young tenpinners took part. Wed. April 3, 1991 THE NEWS! POST Page 9 A Cute Young Taby This month we are featuring a cute inquisitive, young tab- by. grey with white bib and four white paws. She is quite content in the arms of a volunteer, but unfortunately because she doesn't have a permanent home, she spends most of her day in her module at the Toronto Humane Socie- ty. For affection and beauty this beautiful, domestic short - haired tabby can't be beat. There are many more teenagers and adult cats desperately needing good homes. For more information on adopting, fostering, volunteer- ing ( dog walkers are needed), or making donations, phone the Toronto Humane Society at 392-2273 or the Scarborough Humane Society at , 57-3606. THE GROUNDSKEEPERS 698-089 A DIVISION OF NEO TECH CONTRACTING LTD. CALL CS ABOUT OR COMPLETE YEAR-ROUND OUTDOORMAiRTEMNCE SER17CE INCLUDES: • SPRING YARD CLEAN-UP • SPRING LAWN FERT L71NG • CLEANING OUTSIDE OF ALL WINDOWS • WEEKLY LAWN CUTTING • FALL LAWN FE ITIL.IZNG • EAVESTROUGH CLEANING $8500 per nxxid,. OR HAVE A MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TALORED TO YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS Average s¢w !at SPURGE NEAR 09SURAtXX evteo xs LVATM 439-6722 AU TYM OF INSUFMCE • Aub • Casuahy • Fire • Liab&y • Life • Bonds SPURGE sent NEAR C L.U. President* Fiorneow+ners 0 Cargo • Tenants Package • Mortgage •� nI. I. • Boat 0 Je%vesery .asao�iior • PERSONAL • CON74 RCIAL • VQXJSiR1AL TAYLOR SWIMMING Ladies' Aquafit Swim Lessons • Fun • Featuring the • And it Bil Bird System works! • Results you can trust! PRO SHOP Your One ` Stop Swim Shop i SWIM WELL AND LOVE IT! 281.2162 Scarborough Council, at evidence which indicates St. John Ambulance is of- its meeting March 20, 1991, that smoking and inhala- fering the following first approved a by-law amend- tion of second hand smoke aid courses at its Scar- meet making the Scar- are significant health borough location, 210 borough Civic Centre a hazards for smokers and Milner Ave., Unit 3A. smoke free building. non-smokers," said Scar - Standard First Aid, Apr. There will be no smoking borough City Manager 8-9 and 13-14, 9 a.m. to 5 allowed in any area of the Donald Roughley. "It is p.m.; Emergency First Civic Centre at any time in- considered appropriate Aid, Apr. 15, 9 a.m. to 5 cluding the premises at 140, that the Civic Centre be a p.m.; Basic Rescuer 150 and 160 Borough Drive. healthy comfortable and Recertification (CPR), "There is an increasing productive environment Apr. 12, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; amount of medical for all." Basic7, a.Rescuer (C mi., Apr. 6-7, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Apr. Canadian Diabetes Assoc. 8-11, 6 to 10 p.m. or Apr. 10-11, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Apr. 5. 6 to to Holding Meeting Apr. 11th p.m.; Infant/Child (CR), p.m.; nfan Apr. 4, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Child Care, Apr. 10-11, 9:30 The Metro Toronto potential for a Chapter Po p for a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Healthy Branch of the Ontario Divi- sion of the Canadian the City of Toronto. Presently, there are Aging, Apr. 5-8-12-15, 1 to 3 p.m.; What Every Babysit- Diabetes Association will separate Chapters in ter Should Know, Apr. 13, be holding a public meeting Etobicoke, North York and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Save on Thurs. Apr. 11th at the Scarborough, as well as a A Child, Apr. 4, 2 to 4 p.m. Hospital for Sick Children, Jewish Chapter; members' For more details and to 555 University Ave. Room needs in the City of Toronto register call the Training 1248, First Floor, Elm are now fulfilled through Department at 32141438. Street Wing• to discuss the the Metro Toronto Branch. BC Athlete To Vye For Triple Crown The 1991 Youth Bowling Council National Tenpin Championships will be held at Brunswick Bowl in Mississauga on Apr. 5th and 6th. The championship will be a singles event conducted on a win and loss, round :robin, match play system with two games being bowl- ed against each province. Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals will be presented in each of six categories - Bantam Boys & Bantam Girls (11 years of age and under at Aug. 1st, 1990); Junior Boys & Junior Girls (12 through 14 years of age). Senior Boys & Senior Girls (15 through 18 years of age) . Local, Regional and Pro- vincial playdowns were held across the country during January, February and March. Over 4.000 young tenpinners took part. Wed. April 3, 1991 THE NEWS! POST Page 9 A Cute Young Taby This month we are featuring a cute inquisitive, young tab- by. grey with white bib and four white paws. She is quite content in the arms of a volunteer, but unfortunately because she doesn't have a permanent home, she spends most of her day in her module at the Toronto Humane Socie- ty. For affection and beauty this beautiful, domestic short - haired tabby can't be beat. There are many more teenagers and adult cats desperately needing good homes. For more information on adopting, fostering, volunteer- ing ( dog walkers are needed), or making donations, phone the Toronto Humane Society at 392-2273 or the Scarborough Humane Society at , 57-3606. THE GROUNDSKEEPERS 698-089 A DIVISION OF NEO TECH CONTRACTING LTD. CALL CS ABOUT OR COMPLETE YEAR-ROUND OUTDOORMAiRTEMNCE SER17CE INCLUDES: • SPRING YARD CLEAN-UP • SPRING LAWN FERT L71NG • CLEANING OUTSIDE OF ALL WINDOWS • WEEKLY LAWN CUTTING • FALL LAWN FE ITIL.IZNG • EAVESTROUGH CLEANING $8500 per nxxid,. OR HAVE A MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TALORED TO YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS Average s¢w !at SPURGE NEAR 09SURAtXX evteo xs LVATM 439-6722 AU TYM OF INSUFMCE • Aub • Casuahy • Fire • Liab&y • Life • Bonds SPURGE sent NEAR C L.U. President* Fiorneow+ners 0 Cargo • Tenants Package • Mortgage •� nI. I. • Boat 0 Je%vesery .asao�iior • PERSONAL • CON74 RCIAL • VQXJSiR1AL TAYLOR SWIMMING Ladies' Aquafit Swim Lessons • Fun • Featuring the • And it Bil Bird System works! • Results you can trust! PRO SHOP Your One ` Stop Swim Shop i SWIM WELL AND LOVE IT! 281.2162 Page 10 THE NEWS ,'POST Wed. April 3, 1991 Business Community News North York Takes Top Prizes The best of the best were out in full force at the Toronto Chapter of the American Marketing Association Awards on March 19th. Presented at the Toronto Hilton, the awards are given annually to the Canadian marketers who best demonstrate leadership, innovation and a commitment to ex - North York swept the awards ceremony, taking all of the top prizes and five of the nine nominations. In the Consumer Product Market category, Doug Grindstaff, Chairman of Procter & Gamble took top honours. He also was presented with the Donald M. McCaskill award - the top prize for marketing ex- cellence. Isadore Sharp, Chairman and President of the Foe - Seasons Hotels and Resorts won the Service Sector award. North York's own Mayor Mel Lastman was named the winner in the "Business to Business" category for his efforts in promoting the city as a business centre. Kathryn McLaughlin, Vice President of Marketing for Rogers Cantel Inc. of North York was also named a finalist. Kuwait Reconstruction Business Business interested in perusing opportunities for Canadian participation in the reconstruction of Kuwait and the findings of the recent mission to the Middle East should be aware of a special seminar being organized by Exter- nal Affairs and Interna- tional Trade Canada (EAITC ) . This seminar will be held on Tues. Apr. 9th from 9 a.m- to 11:30 a.m. at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Room 206. Members of the briefing panel will include the Am- bassador of Canada to Kuwait, senior officials of EAITC, the Chairman of the Canadian Exporters Association, and senior representatives of the Canadian Commercial Cor- poration and Industry. Science and Technology Canada (ISTC ) . Registration information can be obtained by contac- ting the International Trade Centre in the ISTC Toronto office at (416) 973-5187. Metro Toronto Board of Trade Recent Policy Submissions EDUCATION Education and Training Issues for 1991 9-1 In its Feb. 8. 1991 submis- sion to Ontario's Minister of Education, and Minister of Colleges and Univer- sities, and Skills Develop- ment, the board's Educa- tion Committee provides input to the planning pro- cess surrounding education and training initiatives which the Ontario govern - First N.York Business Award The North York's Pro- perty and Economic Development Department has announced its first Business Excellence Award which will be presented on a quarterly basis and recognizes the outstanding achievements of businesses, both small and large. in Orth York. To initiate this program, North York is recognizing Connaught Laboratories Ltd. as the recipient of the first award. The award presentation will be held on Apr. 3rd at 2:45 p.m. in North York's Council Chamber at 5100 Yonge St., North York. ment may be con- templating for the next fiscal period. With respect to educa- tion, the board requests that greater emphasis be placed on teaching the basics, student perfor- Working Late For Your Permits To make it easier and more convenient for homeowners to get a building permit, staff at the Scarborough Planning and Buildings Department will be working late. Starting Apr. 2, the city begins a program of ex- tended hours for residents to apply for permits for home projects. Whenever possible, permits will be issued immediately. Offices at the Scar- borough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr., will be open Fassett Exhibition The whole third floor of the Museum for Textiles, 55 Centre Avenue, Toronto will be given over to the World Touring Fassett Ex- hibition, a three hundred piece exhibition of Kaffe's knitting and needlepoint creations displayed with some of his source materials, a facsimile of his studio, a video room for a glimpse of the master at work and a Fassett Gift Shop. Included in the show is the famous screen made mance measurement and the promotion of science, engineering and technology programs. Regarding Ontario's training system, the board urges the Ontario govern- ment to work closely with the federal government to develop a coordinated ap- proach to labour force development. The Mitzvah Technique Based on The Mitzvah Principle and as an out- come of many years of work with the human body. 1111. Cohen-Nehemia developed the Mitzvah Technique. He originally became interested in body misuse whisk a dancer and choreographer with the renowned Inbal Dance - Theatre in Israel. He developed skills for helping dancers deal with injuries and postural dif- ficulties. Upon special in- vitation by the Ministry of The best April Fuel s auk, the kids and 1 ever played was on my wife Em and her brother, Sam. As kids, Em and Sam were crazy about Jcllo, and had also loved to see if it had set by turn- ing the bowl upside-down over each other's heads. According to Em, the Jello never gave way. So when I knew Sam was coming for dinner on April Fool's Day last year, 1 made sure that Jello was on the menu for dessert. Belinda and Kyle and 1 slid a knife around inside the bowl when Em wasn't around, and then dared her to do the old Jello trick with Uncle Sam again. So when Em brought it in and reminded Sam of their old shenanigans and turned the bowl upside down over his head, well, sir, all 1 can say is that I wished I had had a camera,. Anyway, what I really wanted to get at here was what to do if you have a power outage at your place. A blown fuse in our house last week made me realize that we wouldn't be very well prepared when we have a real outage, and I've come up with a few ideas. Keep a cupboard stocked with batteries, matches, candles and a flashlight - out of the reach of the kiddies, of course. A transis- tor radio and a non -electric alarm clock may come in handy, too. Turning off or unplug,cin,: stereos, computers, TV sets and other appliances in your house is a good idea too, according to The Hydro, to avoid a blown fuse when the power comes back on and everything tries to turn on at the same time. Food will stay frozen for 24 to 48 hours in a full freezer, but after an outage you should throw out ice cream, just to be on the safe side. A partially filled freezer will keep most food frozen for 12 to 24 hours. Most food in your fridge will keep for 24 hours, but dairy products should be thrown out after six hours. When the lights go back on, check to make sure your freezer and fridge are working, reset clocks and check your automatic timers and alarms. And finally, don't forget to return everything to your " emcr- gency" cabinet. Having a drawer full of candles, but no matches is an April Fool's joke you don't need! This newspaper, in conjunc- tion with Ontario llvdro, is bringing you Phil's Basement to help "bring home" ideas on how to .save energy. !o receive Me booklet "What Everyone Should Know About Electrical Safety", call Ontario Ilydro at l -400-2153-9060 and tell them Phil sent you. Defence Forces, he began helping with the physical rehabilitation of patients with back problems at a Government Hospital. He spent five years in London. England, in studies to qualify as an Alexander teacher and in post -graduate work. He worked and conducted research with the late Moshe Feldenikreis. Over the years he has engaged in extensive study of the movement patterns of young children, animals and the nomadic Bedouin of the deep Sinai Desert, out of which he developed the concept of the Mitzvah Principle. Mr. Cohen-Nehemia founded the Canadian Cen- tre for the Alexander Technique. The Mitzvah Technique and Training School. He has worked with special groups from York University and the Na- tional Ballet School, and he is a member of the teaching faculty of the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. He has given lec- ture'demonstrations and workshops in Canada, the United States, England, Germany and Austria, to medical personnel, school teachers, musicians, ac- tors and other interested groups. To arrange for in- dividual, group session, lecture -workshop, or to observe the technique without obligation, con- tact: - Gloria Verly, a trained Medical Laboratory Technologist, has worked in hospitals in England and Canada. She now devotes her full time to teaching the Mitzvah Principle. Her exposure to the technique was on the recommendation of her doctor, because of prolong- ed neck and back problems which developed after a car accident. The resulting improve- ment in her condition enabled her to resume her activities. This prompted her to pursue an indepth study of the technique. from small needlepoint squares that evolved from a BBC television show when Kaffe invited his au- dience to "send me a needlepoint square of anything the stitcher wanted to celebrate" and 2500 people did just that! It will open at the museum from Apr. 9th to June 1st. The "More Glorious Col- our" Kaffe Fassett slide lecture, will be on one night only on Thurs. Apr. 4th at 8 p.m. at Convocation Hall. University of Toronto. Ticket prices for the lec- ture are $16 ran -members and $11 for museum members. For the exhibi- tion it is $7.50 for non- members and $5.50 for museum members. For lecture tickets call 978-8668 and for exhibition tickets call 599-t278. Tuesday and Thursday nights until 8 p.m. Usually the offices are only open to 4:30 p.m. The project will run until Sept. 26, 1991. "This will be a great help to the do-it-yourselfer," said Bernie Roth, Deputy Building Commissioner. "We want to make it as convenient for people as we can." Permits are needed for projects like adding a car- port, garage, sundeck, porch, fireplace, wood stove, recreation room and similar small projects. A building permit can result in a safer, less expensive job. Building officials check to see that everything conforms to safety and building codes, resulting in a project being done right the first time. For typical jobs, technical plans already ex- ist, saving homeowners even more time and money. In most cases, an up to date, fully dimension- ed site plan is required before a permit can be pro- cessed. The permit fee also includes a site visit by a qualified city Building In- spector. To make things even easier, permits can now be paid for by cheque, cash or Visa and Mastercard. Metro Toronto Council City of Scaftrough Scarberomo Bluffs BRIAN ASHTON -office open 8: 30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 31118. Call 392-4052. Scarborough Agincourt SCOTT CAVALIER - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 211. Call 392-4050. Scarborough City Centre BRIAN HARRISON - office open 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 205. Call 392-4015. After hours 261-6941. Scarborough Highland Creek KEN MORRISH - office open 8:30 a.m - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St.. Suite 307. Call 392-4055. Scarborough Wexford MAUREEN PRINSLOO - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 212. Call 392-1045. Scarborough Malvern BOB SANDERS - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 316. Call 392-4076. Scarborough MAYOR JOYCE TRPMMER - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite MS. Call 392-4006. City of North York Slack Creek MARIA AUGIMERI - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 203. Call 392-4021. North York Centre NORMAN GARDN'ER - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 204. Call 392-4018. North York Humber MARIO GENTILE - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 303. Call 392-4064. North York Centre South BEV. SALMON - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 206, evenings by appointment. Call 39'2-4014. North York Spadina HOWARD MOSCOE - office open 7 a.m. - 7 p. in. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 201. Call 392-4027. Seneca Heights JOAN KING - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 215, Toronto, Ont. M5H 3Y7. Call 392-4038. Don Parkway MARIE LABATTE - office open 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 305. Call 392-4o61. North York MAYOR MEL LASTMAN - office open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bav St.. Suite 304. Call 392-4075. Borough of East York East York PETER OYLER - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 217. Call 392-403o. MAYOR DAVE JOHNSON - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 P.M. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 216. Call 392-4033. City of Toronts- Don River ROGER HOLLANDER - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St. Suite 306, Call 392-4060. East Toronto PAUL CHRISTIE - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4: 30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 314. Call 392-4082. Toronto MAYOR ART EGGLETON - office open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon. to Fri. 390 Bay St., Suite 315. Call 392-4079. Ltravel-I Has Club Med Changed? The secret to Club Med's consistent success has been its ability to stay ahead of the changing desires and needs of the vacationing public, while maintaining the spirit of its village lifestyle and international staff of G.O.s ("Gentils Organisateurs" or Gentle Organizers in English). To- day. the Club has evolved from its original tent village to a global organization offering year- round destinations with ac- commodations ranging from Polynesian -style huts and bungalows to luxurious rooms nestled on the hilltops of the French Riviera. In its quest to accom- modate the changing lifestyles of its G.M.s ("Gentils Membres" or Gentle Members in English), the Club is ad- ding more single rooms. specialty restaurants featuring variable seating in addition to the Club din- ing hall with communal tables for eight, and has just completed a $208 million renovation of its Western hemisphere villages. How is Club Med different from other resort Packages? The original Club Med concept was to create an environment completely different from daily life, where guest could partake in a full range of recreation options, free from financial considerations. Out of this concept grew the all- inclusive vacation package where G.M.s pay one fee which covers transporta- tion. lodging. three meals per day, wine and beer with lunch and dinner, most sports and leisure ac- tivities and evening enter- tainment. What differentiates Club Med is a spirit or way of life that has universal appeal. The concept behind Club Med is freedom - freedom to try a variety of sporting and leisure activites and the freedom to simply do nothing but relax in solitude and enjoy the beauty of the Club's natural surroundings. Is anything not included in the all-inclusive tee" Drinks at the bar, excur- sions, purchases of a per- sonal nature and some ac- tivities such as green fees for golf and horseback Beverley's Deluxe Tours Oran Thorncli"o Pam) May 10 Woodbine Races with dinner $42.00 May 14 Niagara-on-the- Lake/Oban Inn 544 50 May 25 Waterloo Mkts b Marion's S43. $0. 424-4171 for reservations PANORAMIC LIMO - SCENE Mae— For all occasions Weddings o Parties o Sightseeing o Tours hr. service phone 464-7741 NOVA TRAVEL LTD. Ont Lic 31567W "Complete Travel Service" to all destinations Danforth Rd.& Midland Av. 265.6682 riding are not included in the all-inclusive fee. While at the Club, cash is mean- ingless. Colorful pop -it beads are exchanged for drinks while other pur- chases are signed for and settled at departure time. What are "Lentils Organisateurs"" Gentils Organisateurs play an essential role in maintaining Club Med's in- imitable magic. They are the life and soul of every Club Med village. When not serving as sports instruc- tors, entertainers, chefs, hostesses or ad- ministrators, G.O.s par- ticipate in the daily life of the village and socialize with Club members. In keeping with the all- inclusive nature of a Club Med vacation, G.O.s, never accept tips. Representing more than 50 countries. G.O.s are assigned to a new village every six months. The average 600 -bed village is staffed by 90` 100 G.O.s, whose average age is 28. Who typically visits a (lob Med Village The typical Club Med visitor is frequently a repeat visitor: 50 percent of members return within two years. The Club's ap- peal is broad, attracting singles, married couples. families and seniors. Today, 40 percent of G.M.s are married and 40 percent have children. The median age of a G. M. is 35 with a median household "warm Of $+60,(1DO. Can families vacation at (lob lied' Time magazine recently described Club Med as "...a leader in family vaca- tions." True to this descrip- tion. Club Med provides special facilities for children at many of its locations. From 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Baby Clubs provide supervision and entertain- ment for children four months to 23 months old. Mini Clubs, divided into three age groups -- two and three year olds, four through seven year olds, and eight to I1 year olds - provide supervised ac- tivities, from 9 a.m. to 9 p. m. How are Club %led loca- tions ,elected Extraordinary natural beauty is Club Med's primary concern when looking for a new vacation location. Nature, not ar- chitecture, dominates the development of villages, and great care is taken to ensure that the Club -'fits in" with each country's in- digenous atmosphere. NWhat is on the horizon for Club iced" June 1989 marked the opening of Club Med Opio, a 1000 -bed luxury village nestled in the hills behind Cannes on the French Riviera. Opio, the model for future Club Med villages in the Western Hemisphere, offers air con- ditioned rooms with televi- sion and telephone, a sauna, turkish baths, Wed. April 3, 1991 THE NEWWPOST Page 11 Mexico's southern state of Oaxaca is a rare jewel just one of which is Olympic size), a cocktail loun4e. txwtique waiting to be polished. Wand the remainders of an ancient and disco. A jitney takes guests from one end of the village pre -conquest and colonial past exist side by side with the to the other. splendors of present day Indian culture and crafts. .and along the coast, the calm aquamarine waters of 'There are five restaurants and all kinds of sports in- Tangolunga Bay unfurl onto kilometres of untouched cluding sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, and snorkelling, golden beaches. tennis, squash. golf practice course. aerobics. water exer- Club Med's Huatulco Village is an architectural marvel rim• and a fitness centre. Of course. there are the usual in rose, apricot and blue. There are three swimming pools picnics, boat rides and arts and crafts'. massages, and full conven- tion and seminar facilities including 15 meeting rooms. In addition, Opio features an 18 -hole golf course and a %hole ex- ecutive course designed by Cabell Robinson. 1990 marked the launch of Club Med's fast sailing ship, Club Med 1, a 610 foot luxury sailing vessel with five masts and seven decks. The world's largest Florida Count% Nlap!, All In One Map K►N►k TALLAHASSEE, FL — The Sunshine State has 67 counties, and 96,(1111) miles of rads. To travel Florida, and find the opportunities it has to offer — land, lakes, streams, forests or wildlife — county maps become a necessity. A Florida county map book is currently available. All 67 large scale maps — one of each county — together with an index to communities and other use- ful information. are con- tained in the 160 page txx)k. You may obtain the Flor- ida County Map, book. with large ?'_ x 16 inch double spread site page,, by send- ing $14.95 U.S. funds to: Bureau of Maps, Drawer 5317, Tallahassee, Florida 32314. No telephone call, — orders by mail only. Canada's Birthday Achievement Awards Canada's Birthday Achievement Awards Com- mittee and the Metropolitan Toronto and District Canada Day Com- mittee will be hosting the 10th Annual Awards Might on June 27th. The evening provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contribu- tion of voluntary services for the betterment of the Canadian community. 124 volunteers will be selected to receive this award. sailboat, it features a anchor alongside hidden casino, two swimming coves and beaches, causes pools, three knrrges, two the Caribbean in fall and restaurants. boutiques, a winter and the Mediterra- hair salon and a full- service fit aess and health nean in spring and sum - centre. Club Med 1, mer, carrying 416 distinctive in its ability to passengers For further details on eligibility criteria and nomination forms, contact Donna Ferguson at 392-4035 during business hours or Shamsh Kara at 461-1621 (after 5 p.m.) or write to: Canada's Birthday Achievement awards Com- mittee, c 390 Bay Street, Suite 216. Toronto, Ontario, MSH 3N'7. It Pays To Advertise Who Will Be � � Miss Scarborough 1991 ? The pageant will be held at the Scarborough Civic Centre at 7 p.m. on Sun_ June 9th..1991. Last Year's Winners! i In the 19W Miss ' Scarborough Pageant, Karin Kolb, Miss Rapid Photo. won the title. _ At left is Anna Marie Bursey, Miss Blackhorn g Dining Room, who was - chosen first runnerup. 1 I At right is Janine Watkins, Miss Helen Blakey Flowers, r e who was chosen second ! runnerup. l ' A contestant must be at least 18 years of age and not over 25, single, never been married, never been a mother and lives in, works in or goes to school in the City Scarborough. of Fill in your entry form today's Miss Scarborough 1991 Pageant i I 1 Oporated by Watson Publishing Company Limited i NAME ADDRESS --- -- --- -- - - - PHONE _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ _ _ _ DATE OF BIRTH ' HEIGHT WEIGHT EYECOLOUR i SIGNATURE Send or bang this entry from to Miss Scarborough 1991 Pageant Milner Ave., Unit 35, Scarborough, Ont. MIS 3R3 I L150 For information call 291.2583 r,�ririrarir•r,wwwww�ri�w�ra�tariw rara�t:� .. Page 12 THE POST Wed. April 3, 1991 Here & There In Pickering by Diane Matheson EUCHRE Apr. 17th at 8 p.m. is the date and time of the next euchre party being held by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion. Branch 606, 1555 Bayly St. in Pickering. The cost is $1.50 per person, $1. for seniors and this includes prizes and a luncheon. CASINO NIGHT The Pickering Baseball Association has a great evening of "gambling" and fun planned for Sat. Apr. 6th from 7:30 to 1 a.m. at the Pickering Recreation Complex. They call it a "Baseball Fever Casino Night". It's a dance and buffet with a gambling package. The price is $15 per person and it includes the above and also prizes and a 50 50 draw. Pro- ceeds from the dance will go towards the Pickering Baseball Association. For more information call Betsy Gummow at 286-2213 or Bruce Middleton at 531-3300. JOB SEARCH HELP A very useful workshop is being put on at the Pickering Central Library on Tues. Apr. 9 at 7:30 p.m. entitled "Con- ducting a Successful Job Search". Robert Donald of Westcott. Thomas and Associates will discuss the subject. The program is free. but please pre -register at K31 -17M The Manor — antique Ckuks — 439-2312 ON DISPLAY DAILY AT: RESTAURANT 1982 Oueen SIT. (at Wavedey Rd.) (416) 690-301)5 DFCORATING HELP The Pickering Idea Place at the Home and Design Centre is holding a variety of seminars. workshops and demonstra- tions, Sion. Apr. 8 and 15th at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. - Stencilling t hour long(. A practical guide to easy effects you can reproduce in your home on a variety of surfaces. Add in- dividual style and charm to furniture. walls and floors - create architectural detail or camouflage design weaknesses. A demonstration of the basic techniques will allow participants to adapt the procedure to their par- ticular design problems. Cast $3110. Tues. Apr. 9, to a.m. and 2 p.m.. Thurs. Apr. 18 at 2 p.m. and Wed. Apr. 24 at 7 p.m. A 1 hour seminar on Window Treatments. Window tratments can easily be one of the most costly investments in a room. This seminar will show you economical how to information on making your own in- expensive, easy treatments even for the inexperienced. Creative solutions to solve those problem windows. Cast is $21.40. Apr. 4 - 25 on Thursdays from 7 - 9 p.m. A four week In- terior Decorating Course ( Part 2). Week 1: Review of Course 1, wallpaper fun -hatboxes ( materials required: hat- box kit. scissors. glue gun, single roll of wallpaper: op- tional: cording. braiding ribbon. Week 2: Basic steps in designing a room. Demonstrations on paint finishes (i.e. marbleizing. pickling. stencilling. gilting ) . Week 3: Window treatment how-to's - Valance create demonstrations. Deal- ing with problem windows inexpensively but creatively. Week 4: Fabric orientation. Demonstrations using fabric (i.e. frames and headboards). Cost is $42.80. Wed. Apr. 3, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Tues. Apr. 16th, at 2 p.m. there is a workshop on "Suede Look" wall treatment. Another exciting faux look is the soft look of suede. Learn about glazing and its application to walls and furniture. Materials required: bristol or art board, tissue paper, paint will be supplied. Cost is $21.40. All the above seminars will take place at the Pickering Idea Place Seminar Centre. Call the Idea Place at 4274332 for more information. TUTORS REQUIRED The Ajax -Pickering -Whitby Association for Community Living need people to volunteer in individualized projects as tutors. Call 683-9112 for more information. SPRING CRAFT SALE The Pickering Arts Council is having a Craft Sale at the Rougemount Library in Pickering on Sat. Apr. 6th from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be lots of lovely items on sale. Call 286-22224. COM W )STING If you would like to learn more about composting there is an Information Night planned at the Rouge Hill Library. 1340 Rougemount Dr. on Wed. Apr. 10 at 7 p.m. Call 28&2579 for more information. PARKINSON'S DISE .-ISE Regular public meetings, held every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., will bring you up to date on Parkinson's Disease. These free meetings are held at the Church House of St. Mark's United Church. Byron and Colborne St. in Whitby. Refreshments are served, and there is free park - TIME: TO SPARE? Could you spare sonic t tine to help the visually impaired'. 'The CNIB neck volunteers to help drti•e, read and shop. (Call (416) 2945752 collect to find out how you can help. SIA PITCH COACH NEEDED The Competitive Ajax Ladies' Slo Pitch Team is looking for a coach for their team. Someone with previous coaching experience would be preferred. If you are interested in this position please call 427-1876. CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION Register now for classes taught by a Midwife; Certified Childbirth Educator. Classes in early pregnancy, labour and birth, VBAC and sibling information will be offered. Call 420-3890 for information. DOLPHIN FOOTBALL CLUB The Dolphin Football Club is part of the Ontario Amateur Football Association, Central Region. It plays teams such as Oshawa, North York and Burlington. There are teams at three levels: Atoms (birth date 1979 or later, 115 lbs. max.) Pee -wee ( birth date 1977 or later, 140 lbs. max) and Bantam (1975 birth date or later, 180 lbs. max). Each level has a trained coaching staff that will ensure that all the boys will learn the correct way to play the game. The regular price is s15o. As part of the registration promotion they are offering an "Early Bird" discount. For anyone who registers before Apr. 6th the price will be $125. After Apr. 6th it's back to the regular price. Registration covers all equipment other than shoes. You may pay $50 now with a completed registration form. The balance must be paid by June 15, 1991. No equipment can be issued unless registration is completed and paid. The season starts with a training camp in mid-June to mid- August. The playing season runs from mid-August to mid- November and is comprised of 10 games. Call Bob Bawcutt at 683-4380 or Brian Hughes at 286-2911 for more informa- tion. ONE PARENT FAMILIES ASSOCIATION This is a non-profit Canadian association of families with one parent - separated. divorced, widowed or never mar- ried. Activities include family outings and bowling and adult sports like badminton, volleyball and baseball, dances, euchre nights and theatre trips. If you are in- terested in finding out more, they meet weekly on Wednes- day evenings at 8 p.m. at the Y -Pace Centre, 1400 Bayly St. call Membership Director Susan Bullard at 683-0701. ST. JOHN St. John Ambulance would like to hear from people who would be interested in helping out in the contmunity. Train- ing will be provided. Call 686-3457 to find out more. %L.%PLE SYRUP TIME The Purple Woods Conservation Area is holding maple syrup demonstrations every weekend in March. Call 579.9411 for information and directions. PARKINSON FOUNDATION MEETING The Durham Region Chapter meets even Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Church House of St. Xwt's United Church in Whitby. Call 6ti&W76 for more information. CALORIE l'OU N TERS This is a self-help group that meets every ?Monday even- ing at the Village Retirement Centre in Pickering at 7:30 p.m. They have lectures. weigh -ins, advice and support. If you are interested in finding out nxwe please call Lynn at :124-e17,46 tw Dianne at 931 35:v. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE St. John Ambulance Brigade is looking for volunteers to spend time helping out in the community. The brigade will provide training. Call 686-3457 if you are interested. P.4 MINSON INFORMATION A meeting, open to public, is held every 'Thursday bet- ween 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. at St. Mark's United Church, Byron and Colborne Street in Whitby, to those interested in learning more about Parkinson's disease. DON'T JUST LIE THERE! SAY SOMETHING This comedy is playing at the Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre in Pickering until Mar. 24th. Book your seats now, don't miss it! For reservatio7Ls call 472-3085. GULF APPEAL. Local residents are being asked by The Ajax Pickering Branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society to contribute towards an International Red Cross Gulf Appeal. The target of the campaign is $1 million, and donations from residents should be dropped off or sent to The Canadian Red Cross, 1648 Bayly St. Pickeirng, Ont. L1 W 11.9. Mark the envelope "Persian Gulf Crisis". OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS If you would like some support in losing weight try the Overeaters Anonymous group. They meet every Wednes- day from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The next meeting ( Mar. 27th) will be held downstairs at St. Martin's Church in Pickering. There are no dues or entry fees to pay, everyone is welcome. The Apr. 3 and following meetings will be held in a new location: the choir room at the Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N., Pickering Village. Call Lily at 683.6479 (days) or Karen at 831-2570 (evenings) for more informa- tion. TENNIS MEETING Spring must be just around the corner! The Dunmore Tennis Club is holding registrations at the Dunmore tennis court on Sat. Apr. 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. They have planned their annual general meeting for Tues. Apr. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Frenchman's Bay Public School. Phone Anne Reid for more information, 839-9832. PICKERING PLAYERS Apr. 12, 13. 19 and 20 are the dates of the performances of "The Hand That Cradles The Rock", a Pickering Players presentation. The play will take place at the Dunbarton- Fairport United Church and tickets are $7 for adults, $4 for seniors and students. Call 68&2689 or 831-3943 for tickets and information. YOUTH GROUP TALENT & FASHION SHOW The Canadian -Jamaican Youth Group has organized a fashion and talent show for Sat. Apr. 6 at 7 p.m. It will be held at the YWCA, 199 Centre St., Oshawa. After the show there will be a dance. Tickets are $10 each, $5 for children ten and under. Call 686-2297 or 428-8821 for more informa- tion. )TOS DANCE: Do you like '60s music? If you do you'll enjoy the Ajax Ringette Association's dance on Sat. Apr. 20 in the Ontario Room of the Ajax Community Centre. Tickets are $20 per couple and this includes a DJ, cold buffet• spot prizes and much more. Advance tickets only are being sold. Call San- dy Vankoughnett for more information at 427-1276. with Rene Soetens, M.P. The opposition continued this week to assail the govern- ment over the $27 million Spicer Commission price tag. Ad- mittedly, the role of the opposition is to attack the govern- ment over its programs and policy. However, the issue of national unity transcends such boundaries. This country is far too important to us all and must supersede any ill feel- ings which may recently have been created. If find it most inapproporiate that the opposition is willing to gamble on )national unity for the sake of short term political gain. The C'itizen's Forum will be making a stop at the Whitby Council Chambers at 7 p.m. on Apr. 11. The meeting will be in the form of an open town hall meeting, however written submissions will be accepted. I encourage everyone to get involved in this process. Not only do we owe it to our children - we owe it to our country. As Canadians, we have much to celebrate - our freedom, the richness of our land, our unique heritage, and our citizenship in this prosperous nation. This year, Apr. 14-20 will mark National Citizenship Week, a time for Canadians to celebrate their pride in this country. During this week, 1 encourage you to reflect on the values we all take for granted such as equality, freedom, fairness and justice. On a final note. I was extremely pleased that the Speaker of the House upheld my bid to axe the Senate's controver- sial $153 -a -day tax-free living allowance. This money would have been awarded as a bonus to the impoverished Senators simply for showing up to work. Senators currently receive $74,100 in pay and tax-free allowances and are allowed to hold other paying positions. COACH NEEDED Are you interested in baseball? Do you have coaching ex- perience? Would you like to be a coach for a women's sur pitch team in Ajax? If you are interested call 42"143. DECORATING HELP The Pickering Idea Place at the Home and Design Centre is holding a variety of seminars. workshops and dernonstra- tion_s. Furniture Construction - Wed. Apr. 10 at 2 p.m. This seminar is about one hour and the cost is $21.40. A con- sumer s guide to furniture construction from sofas to cabinets. The basic terminology will be explained along with guidelines to use when shopping for items for your home. What you should expect for your dollar and how the retailer and your salesman should fulfill their respon- sibilities. Next time you make a purchase, be prepared. Making Padded Headboards and Frames - This is a workshop. Making headboards and frames was never easier. Learn the "hands on" technique in making mir- rored frames for a custom finish. Hand outs and com- prehensive demonstration is included. Materials required: wooden framed mirror, staple gun and staples, batting, fabric (requirement, three times the area to be covered), pieces of fabric used mast be at hast six inches in width if using leftover project pieces ( sheeting may be used) . Time of this seminar is Thurs. Apr. 4 at 2 p.m. and Thurs. Apr. 255 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Cost is $32.10. All the above seminars will take place at the Pickering Idea Place Seminar Centre. Call the Idea Place at 427-4332 for more information. SNAKES Snakes is the subject of the Pickering Naturalists next meeting planned for Wed. Apr. 4 at 8 p.m with Ron Barbe of the Ontario Herpetological Society as the speaker. Location of the meeting is the Rouge Hill Library just south of Highway 2 on Rougemount Dr., Pickering. Call Margaret at 831-1745 for more information. BIG SISTERS The Big Sisters Association of Ajax and Pickering is holding its annual general meeting on Thurs. Apr. 4 at 7:30 p.m at the office, 398 Bayly St. Unit 7 in Ajax. For more in- formation call 428-811 L CAR SEAT RENTAL The Kinette Club of Ajax wants you to keep your baby safe. They have a rental program of car seats that you can buckle your baby into while travelling. Call 683-9578 for more information. SCOTTISH DANCING St. Andrew's Royal Scottish Country Dance Society is holding classes every Wednesday from 8:30 to 10: 30 p.m. at Roland Michener Public School. Call 683-3154 for more details. HOCKEY TOURNAMENT The Shore Memorial Hockey Tournament registration deadline is Thurs. Apr. 4th. Registration forms are available at McGinnis Landing, Papps, Morgans and Don Beer Arena. Player draft for the tournament will be held at the Don Beer Arena on Apr. 10th at 7:30 p.m. SELF HELP If you are planning on starting a Self Help Group, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Durham Branch will help you with self-help kits for your own support group. Call 436-8760 for more information. RUMMAGE: SALE: Do you like bargains? St. Andrew's Church, 35 Church St. North in Pickering Village is holding a rummage sale on Sat. Apr. 6th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. PHOBIA HELP The Freedom from Fear Foundation is a support pro- gram for anxiety phobias or agoraphobia sufferers. Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, from 7 to 9 p.m at 1400 Bayly St. Pickering. Call Debbie at 831-3877 for more information. f