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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPP1991_11_27BLAISOALE MONTESSSORI SCHOOL A proven alternative Surprisingly affordable Ages 18 mths. - 9 years Pickering Call 289-2273 This Space Could Be Yours For s12 p..week � SMART,. M ��'! • � 1w � Cr�.o� �c N� Central Vacuums "BRUNSWICK" BILLIARD TABLES 428-7665 795 Westney F Road South COLONIAL POOLS a RECREATiON AJAX This Space Could Be Yours For I' 12 week :%:VdlTy", catt��' MAXIMUM INCOME MINIMUM TAX Call the expert KEITH PYMAR tu. F.LC.a. North American Life Since 1881 (416) 427-2913 Small Original Artworks The Magic [mage Gallery is holding an ex- hibitim of small original artworks from Nov. and to Dec. 24th. Nineteen artists, representing watercolours. wildlife, constructions. drawings. mixed media, photography, oils, print- making, collages, sculpture, etc. will par- txnpate in the exhibition. The fine art gallery- is located at 72 Old Kingston Rd_ in Pickering Village. Gallery hours are 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. Everyone is invited to meet the artists on Sat. Nov. 2nd from 12 noon to 4 p.m. For more details gall 416-686-1381. This Space Could Be Yours For IBM. Amiga, C64, Atari, Apple. Nintendo. Over 1000 titles in stock. Low prices on all computer programs. 292-9000 Southlawn Plaza KennedylHuntingwood Vol. 26 No. 49 409 per copy Published by Watson Publishing Company Ltd. Every Wednesday Second Class Mail Registration No. 1645 $15 per yr. by mail Pickering. Ontario - - -- -- This Space Could Be Yours For $12 m,m Wed_ November 27, 1991 PICKERING §30sf Serving the Community for 25 Years! Kiwanis Ask School Bd. ForSupport Stephen Frederick, 'Whitby Kiwanis Vhair•rv,an of tho nahm— Theatre Festival w The Arts S kt 19th at tric )letru J�, :nterest in Uiis particular brrAh f,,r .,,n,., 'rade Centre had >. �rn� t interesting t.. not mason' k Photo -Bob Watson) least being .The Knaukht, L"". There seernc to be ct)r. Durham Bd. Of Education Notes Planning Award to be Estabbsbed Members of the En- virmmental Steering Com- mittee. recipients of the an- nual Bruce Mather Award, wrote to trustees indicating that they have decided to establish an Environmen- tal Action Planning Award with the funds they receiv- ed. The award is designed to encourage and support students and teachers from Durham Board classrooms to produce class -based en- vironmental plans. Grants will then be used to help classes put their plans into action. Report Received A report from the Maintenance Department on the board's facilities for physically disadvantaged persons was received by trustees. Many modifica- tions to school entrances and classrooms already have been completed and What's On At Schools Dunbarton H.S. The Outdoor Club will en- joy a crass country biking excursion on Thurs. Nov. 28th from 4 to 6 p.m. Pickering H.S. Pickering will host Bowmanville H.S. in a boys' basketball game on Thurs. Nov. 28th. An awards assembly will take place in the morning on Fri. Nov. 29th, for all grades. Rosebank Road P.S. A Christens Concert will be held on Dec. 19th. An Awards Assembly will also be held on that day. additional modifications will continue to be required as physically disadvantag- ed students move through the system_ All requests for modifications will be assessed by the board's Special Education Services to ensure the. of these students are met. Policy Develepmest Pro- cess lnit;-led Trustees received udor- mation to assist them in in- itiating the policy develop- ment process for a policy and related materials with regard to security in Durham Board schools. The report included background on policy development and the fin- dings of the Security in Schools Commmittee which has already deter- mined the key areas of need within the system. Although the committee in- dicated that both elemen- tary and secondary school administrators are positive about the security of Durham schools, they would welcome further study of the issue to deal with specific topes and procedures. Committee members are aware of societal pressures in this area and want to be proac- tive in maintaining both the safety of students and a positive profile in the com- munity. The Property and Transportation Committee will proceed with this mat- ter. S.-ILL-E.P. Annual Report Received Bill Fairburn, Superintendent of Educa- tion'Special Education Services, was present with Marilyn Floody, S. A. L. E. P. liaison teacher, and Jim Hunter, Education Officer Special Education. to answer questions from trustees about the annual Repot of the Supervised Learning For Excused Pupils Committee. The S.A-L.E.P. program is for 14 and 15 year old students who, for a variety of reasorns, are no longer able to benefit from regular school attendance. Over the last school year, the committee considered the needs of 120 students. Four were carried forward from the previous year, 68 received approval to enter the program and another 48 received provisional ap- proval to enter the pro- gram. Of these 120 students, 7 have been car- ried over into this year's program, 40 completed the program last June at the age of 16, and all other students under the age of 16 have returned to full or part time attendance at a school or in an alternate program. Members of the S.A.L.E.P. Committee were thanked for their work and commended for the assistance they extend to the students. C.C.L.F. Chairman Will Not Seek Re-election Madame Nicole Hodge, in her presentation of the rt of the ComitE con- sultatif de langur fran;ais of Oct. 17, 1991, announced she will not seek re-election on Nov. 26, 1991 to the C.C.L.F. She expressed pleasure that. in the pest five years, the board has ermpkWed a French speak- ing secretary and translator and has placed a Superintendent of Educa- tion in charge of French language education in Durham, but not that there is still more to be donne to meet the needs of French speaking students. Trustees expressed regret that Madame Hodge will leave the C.C.L.F. and congratulated and thanked her for her many contnbu- tions to that group. Durham Board of Educa- tion Will Support Gun Con - The Durham Board of Education will support the Scarborough Board of Education's request to in- form the Senate of Canada that the board supports proposed gun control legislation in Bill C-17. This information will be for- warded to the Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs Committee of the House of Commons; Durham members of the federal legislature; O.P.S.B.A.; and the Scarborough Board of Education. This Space Could Be Yours For j Music and as pre sent to ask trustees to en- courage student participa- tion in the annual competi- tion. The festival, spon- sored by five Oshawa and 'Whitby Kiwanis Clubs, has un nfor the past 21 years. Less than five years ago, more than 15,000 students participated: however, last year less than 10,000 students participated. The Kiwanis Board of Directors is concerned a bout the declining interest n the festival and feels s tudents should have an op- portunity to experience the a(ijudication process. Last e•ar's competition was ex- :,anded to include drama r:d one act plays in order setter meet the needs of ".:rham students. Staff be asked to report on Durham vs in which :ward of Education ,tudents could be en- couraged to participate in the upcoming Kiwanis Music and Theatre Festival which will take place in March April Leal Christmas Craft Show Ilse third annual "A Christmas Craft Show'. will be held on Nov. 29, 30 and Dec. 1st at the Metro East Trade Centre. Brock Road :Porth, Pickering. Show times are Friday, 3 to 9 p.m.. Saturday. 9-30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The show has hundreds Of wonderful crafts and gifts presented by talented craft persons from throughout the province. There are two special features - Polka Dot Door "live" with Polkaroo andien friends live on stage on Fri. Nov. 29 at 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and a Phantasma Magic Show, performing spellbinding d- lusions, sure to please any age with 40 minutes of ohs and ahhs. This is on Satur- day at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Christmas Films At Greenwood Pickering Public Library's Greenwood Branch on Westney Rd. in Greenwood presents Christmas Films and Crafts for children aged 5 to 10 on Sat. Nov. 30th from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. The program is free but register by calling 683-8644 on Tues. or Thurs. at 3:30 p. m. , Wed. from 10 a.m. to 1 P.M. or Sat. 1 to 3 p. m. Under seven year olds must be with an adult. Page:! THE: NEWS POST Wed. November -Y, 1991 Opinion a page for expression for you and us Mainstream Canada A very small business minister BY Michael Wvc•ks Whoever said, "with friends like that, who needs enemies?" was definitely on to something. Canada's small business com- munity is wondering the ver same about the federal minister for small business and tourism. Tom Hockin. With friends like Hockin. small firms in Canada certainly need no enemies. Considering that a small business minister is supposed to have the best interests of small business at heart. Hockin appears heartless. The Cana- dian Fedet•ation of Independent Business, representing the interests of 88.(M]) small- and medium-sized firms in Canada, has been one of the most vocal critics of the small business minister. The most recent cause for criticism involved Hockin'% refusal to acknowledge the validity of a CFIB study which concluded the first-year imple- mcmation and compliance price tag for the Goods and Services Tax will reach SIO billion, and small firm% will shoulder the %rcrwheimmg brunt of these costs. Instead. Hockm stexxl up in the House of Commons and declared the stud-, flawed hccau,e it didn't include the trarstttonal ,rcdtf offered to hu%mc„r, %%hen the new tax was miroduced back on Janu- ar 1. IYHI Ithe transitional credit was an amount of up to 51 -(MM) pro%tded h% the federal go%rrnmcnt to hu,mcssc, to help co%cr the co,t of tmple- mcnung the GST). According to ('athenne Swtlt, chtct economist and %tcc president of rr,carch for CF I B, Hocken i, not onl% oft-ha%c to hi, a„rrtion, but he i, kuo%%- tngls ott-hasc, "Ihi, rpi%&xk n partkvlart% offen,r%e because Mr. Hockin had already been advised of the transitional credit's inclusion in our report,” says Swift. "To stand up in the House and make statements which he knows are untrue is not only inexcusable, but a betrayal of the sector he is supposed to represent. Hockin appears to have a one-sided interest in small business. As long as organizations such as CFIB take positions his government agrees with, all is fine Other- wiso-- he goes on the attack. "The deceit and ignorance is unacceptabiG" Swift con- tinues. "Unfortunatel), this recent incident merely perpetu- ates a tradition of neglect by this minister of legitimate small business concerns „ Hockin, along with Revenue Minister Otto Jebnek. have corrr- sistentiy mairnairxd that the GST has enhanced the eompen- tiveness of small business. Unfortunately. neither has been able to provide any data to sup- port that claim. CF1B's study, on the other hard, proves this tax is not only unworkable and unfair, but in combination with provincial taxes• makes it the worst tax regime to the world. Ineptness aside, Hockin is not the onh problem with the small businc%% ministr%. The %m exivenke of a %mall bu%i- nc%% mint%tr% is a problem. It's ,!mpl} more go%ernmental hurcaucratic tluft, except this dull weighs hea%tl% on the back% of Canadian taxpayers. Prime Mini%ter %lulronc% has crowed proudl% about his etfsrt, to reduce go%ernment waste and streamline the cabi- net. The elimination of the small business ministry would surch be a big step in the richt direction. Here and There October Home Sales L'p zoo Housing resales are tip for the eighth month running, says The Canadian Real Estate Association i UREA 1. The most encouraging news however, is that sales volumes increased in October from the previous month• reversing a downward trend that has been generally evident since May. Collectively, unit sales from Canada's metropolitan centres posted a 2.0 percent increase over October, 1990 sales figures and rose 7.9 percent from September, 1991. meOS# ws y Published every Wee nesday by Watson Publishing Company Limited, Est. 1950 Office ti Address: 150 Milner Ave. Unit 35. Scarborough. Ont. MIS 3R3. Telephone 291.2583 Publisher i General Manager - Bob Watson Office Manager - Irene Watsu,n ADVERTISING - Irene Watson, Bertha Kronenberg, EDITORIAL - Audrey Purkiss.,Qtane t.tut ,cw,:, Bill Wixi". SUBSCRIPTIONS - $15 per year - 40t a copy - f The Fright Before Christmas W.H.A.V.E. Statement For Race Relations Committee My name is Cathy ©lis. In April of 1991- acting on the ad- vice of Mr. Robert Wilson. Principal of George Peck Public School, I moved to register W. H-A.V.E. - Wexford Homeowners ,against Vwience & Exploitation - with the On- tario Government. Ladies and gentlemen. there is no greater injustice and no greater form of explatatmn than the exploitation of other human beings. be it race. colour or creted. As president of W. H. A V. K. I have set the following man- dates for this organization in the City of Scarborough. 1. To do all that is in my power to encourage peaceful, co- operation with all persons residing within the boundaries of this great city. To make Scarborough a better place to live for this generation and for the generations to follow. 2. To lobby elected Government officials and or persons m authority positions in the Metropolitan Toronto Police Force to do all that is necessary to avoid racial uprising and or activity: and to keep Order in the City of Scar- borough - 3. To lobby elected Government officials and persons in authonty positions in the MTP• expressing community tan distaste and unaccepce of racism that promotes the in crease of criminal activity. namely violence. hatred and false pride in the white man. 4. For the residence of the City of Scarborough to have a unified voice presented to the elected officials. representing each m ividual riding concerned with above. On behalf of all men. women and children who are in pur- suit of a country where Equality, Respect and the Dignity of All persons is to be maintained. w•e would urge this govern- ment and or appointees• to not give racism a foothold, by making this issue a cirrus. The media will. as usual. 'cash in' by sensationalizing these events, leading to unnecessary tensions in our respective commtauties. I have personally adopted the motto I once read ... I am only one - but 1 am one. I cannot do everything - but I can do something, What I can do. I ought to do - And what I ought to do, by the Grace of God, I will do." Author I;nknowTi May God help is all to realize• regardless of our race, col- our. or creed. that both ours and our children blood all .pills rend Here and There 'Heb• Neighbour' Covers 40 Products The "Hey Neighbotrr. Be a Power Saver" campaign was launched in September, as part of Ontario Hydro's continu- ing efforts to make it easy for people to cut down on their use of electricity. Flyers announcing discounts on 40 different energy- saving products for the home were distributed to more than 3.5 million homes. Discounts were available in more than 2.300 stores across Ontario• to the end of October. Hydro hopes customer participation in "Hey Neighbour" alone was high enough to shave two to three megawatts off demand. This would about equal the needs of a community of I.t1fM1 to 2.(MM) Letter To The Editor May we introduce you to Victor Goldbloom, our newly ap- pointed Commissioner of the official Languages of Canada, or should we say - the Commissioner for the promotion of the French Language and Culture in Canada, especially Quebec' This is what is happening. Don't let the name fool YOU - Victor Victor Goldbloorn's credentials are out of Quebec: - He is a Montrealer. - He was a Cabinet Minister in Bourassa's government fcnm 1970 to 1976 during which time he supported Bill 22. (Official French ONLY for Quebec I - Premier Bourassa supported him as a candidate for this present position - ( Montreal Gazette. June 22, 1991) . Bourassa does not support two official languages in his own province but would encourage it in the rest of Canada. - This year he was awarded the "Order of Quebec", Our questions are as follows regarding Victor Goldbl orn: Will be do anything about alleviating the rrrtetheval situa- tion of the oppression of the English language in Quebec+ Not likely' Our politicians sit idly by and tolerate the outrageous violation of human rights in Quebec through Bills 101 and 178. Francophones in Quebec should rebel against this injustice with their own future progress in mind. Secondly. can we allow one person in Canada to be Above The Law? Bill C-72, The Official Language Act of Canada, allows him this right. He cannot be charged in respect to his adinumstrative duties as Commissioner. This Act must be deiegislated and his office made redtredant' Thirdly. will be slow some good intentions by reducing the Francophones in his office from over 70% to the eligible 25%. ( Gov't Stats )' The truth is that Francophones are hired for key positions and are vastly over -represented in key micnstries in the whole federal government and agen- cies. Fourth question is why don't we lobby for the promotion of English literacy? Young parents are becoming aware of the emotional trauma being experienced by their young children who are thrust into early French Immersion i a foreign tongue) during their formative years. Young parents are indoctrinated by French language and culture promoters who are highly paid and trained to be a strong lobbv group across Canada at the taxpayer's and chikh en's expense. They do not mention that the French language vocabulary is only one third of the English. What a han- dicap when students find out' Last question. Do we need Victor Goldbloom, another Quebecer, to interpret the needs of the rest of Canada, especially. when he exhibits such strong Francophone credentials? We say, "No." Mr. Goldbloom may have the qualifications but he does not have acceptable credentials. He is too hand-picked by the promoters of forced French in our Canada. The pillars of our present society will crumble unless everyone takes an active interest in correcting our pro- blems. For free confirming facts on the above write Box 1162, Barrie, Ont. LAM 5E2. Sincerely, Vona Mallory & Associates Box 1162, Barrie, Ontario. T AN4 5E2 , 705 ,, 728-8796 or (70r)) 721-4378 --------------------------------- Give A Gift That Lasts A11 Year! A year's subscription to one of these newspapers ISCARBOROUGH AGINCOURT WEST HILL neW.9 news II news I CHECK THE NORTH YORK EAST END K> RIN'. f� O Renewal ONE YOU WANTI WN 15 st New Send $15 cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Ont. M1S 3R31 Name Address _� — ----- — Wed. November 27. 1991 THE NEWS!POST Page 3 Stormy Credit Union Meeting Sees Directors Voted Out Of Office A special membership meeting of the AMCU Credit Union Inc. was held on Wed. Nov. 20th at the Sheraton Centre. Object of the meeting was to express the discon- tent of a large number of members with the board of directors. A vote to remove five of the directors was the original intent of the special meeting. However, one of the board members Julie Amourgis had resign- ed so the removal vote was to replace four of the direc- tors. After much debate bet- ween the directors and the members the vote was taken. Ninety percent (292) voted "yes" and 27 voted ..no Those voted out of office were Gerry Ford, Joseph Thevarkunnel, Llewelyn Edwards and Lloyd Bruce. The meeting then voted in four new directors. These were Joe Martin, financial secretary of the Canadian Autoworkers Union, Local 303; Carol Percey, manager of sup- port services at the Cor- porate Services Dept., City of Scarborough; Ross Cuthbert, director of Says Kingston Rd. Needs Renewal Kingston Rd. is older than most of scarborough. It has always been a major artery of the local economy. Scarborough East MPP Dr. Bob Frankford thinks the artery is developing arterio -sclerosis and needs treatment. "Whenever I drive from the beginning of Kingston Rd. around Greenwood Racetrack to where it leaves Metro in Scar- borough East, I am im- Pressed by how badly it works," says Dr. Frankford. "Asa traffic artery it is either too fast or too slow. As a business ,area it is clearly not thriv- ing. There are obviously many small businesses that are not doing well. Part of the problem is be- ing so dependent on auto - related businesses... Highland Creek Women's Institute by Evelyn Dempsey Members and guests of Highland Creek Women's Institute met at the Centen- nial Rouge Hall Nov. 11 at 12:30 p.m. for an Interiu- tional Luncheon. Many delicious ethnic dishes of food were enjoyed by all present - The institute grace was sung at the beginning of the meal. At the conclusion of the luncheon the members assembled for their regular meeting. Mrs. Mary Miller. in- troduced the guest speaker, Mrs. Valerie Bridges of the Scarborough Breast Screening Pro- gram. She showed slides of the breast screening and gave a very informative talk about the topic and urged that women who are 50 years or older should take the screening test every two years. The Scarborough unit is located at 10 Milner Business Court, Suite 103. Several of otr nemhbers signed for appointments - Mrs. Bridges was thank- ed by both Mary Miller and Mrs. McAuley for joining the group that day and giv- ing the talk. After the film the usual opening exercises were given to open the businesssession. Business items were discussed and the com- munity luncheon for Nov. 18 was arranged. The Christmas Com- munity Luncheon is to be held on Mon. Dec. 9 in Centennial Rouge Hall at 12:30 p.m. Roll Call was answered with a "Hello" or "Greeting" in another language and international recipes were handed in for printing. Ann Tonkin, friendship convener gave a report tell- ing about sick and shut ins who had received cards. After all business mat- ters were completed, the president, Mrs. Lois McAuley, called for a period of silence in remem- brance of the soldiers who lost their lives during the battles of World Wars I and II. After the silence a memorial meditation "What Price, Freedom" was read. Mrs. Jeanne Livingstone, convener of International Affairs gave an interesting talk about Col. John Me- Crae, author of the poem, "In Flanders Fields". Col. McCrae's home was beside the Speed River at Guelph and today that home has become a rnuseuan. Many of his poems can be seen at the bane. John McCrae was in- spired to write the poem In FlanFi ders elds" when he was on leave 1915 in France and saw the pop- pies growing in the fields. Col. McCrae died in 191E and was buried in France. A new member Mrs. Ruby ltillick, was wekval- ed to our Institute. U'cwnting dates to rememw Nov. 27 -Christmas Cheer Planning meeting at the home of Mrs. Evelyn Dempsey. 32 Cedarvwww nn Dr. at I p._ Dec. 4•Clristrnas at " Ibe Lee". Stoney Creek. Dec. 11 -The Christmas party at Scarborough Golf nd aCountry Club with a buffet luncheon at 12:30 p.m. followed by social time together. Dec. 19 -Packing of Christmas Cheer baskets at C mtennial Rouge Hall at 10 a.m. then distributing them to shut-ins and others. The next regular meeting will be held Wed. Jan. 8, 19M at 1. 30 p.m. in the Centennial Rouge Hall. New members are welcome. We welcome Gladi Milbourn back after her trip to Quina and Thailand. A joys Christmas holi- day season is wished to everyone. Several of our members enjoyed the luncheon at the Women's Day at the Royal Winter Fair Nov. 7 and the official opening of the horse show by the Duchess of York. Several members attend- ed the fair Nov. 9 and 14 assisting in the Federated Women's Institute of On- tario booths in the Agricultural section at the fair. Don't Drink ARrive The current recession presents a challenge and an opportunity for economic renewal. One of the characteristics of Kingston Rd. in Scar- borough is a high concen- tration of motels left over from the time when it was the major gateway to Toronto. The sites appear to be just asking for redevelopment - either Commercial or residential. Dr. Frankford has for a long time been interested in the writings of Toronto urban critic Jane Jacobs and believes her approach can produce safe and pro- spering neighbotatoods. He would like to see upgrading of oiler areas given priority over the con- tinual development of new suburbs, which is eating up agricultural land and mak- ing people more and more dependent an the car. Planning will require the co-operation of several pro- vincial ministries as well as local government and business, both large and small. management, Finance & Management Services Dept. City of Scarborough and Mohammed Sattar, self employed insurance broker. TRILLIUM CABLE Taking the medium to the maximum A LETTER TO OUR CABLE SUBSCRIBERS Dear Cable Customer, For the past few weeks our telephone lines have been extremely busy, answering questions on the many services we carry. Your telephone calls have simply been overwhelming. We are presently taking steps to correct this situation, as we are in midst of training and hiring new customer service staff to be available to you, when you call. In early 1992 we will also introduce a new automated telephone answering system, which will improve our service even further. Your understanding and tolerance, while we experience growing pains is greatly appreciated as we improve our service and our commitment to you. Yours Truly Michael Withiam Re onal General Manager Trillium Cable 751 McKay Rood, Pickering, Ontario L 1 W 3E2 700 Progress Ave., Scarborough, Ontario MIH 2Z7 Constitutional reform is about 0 many things. But mostly it's aboutyou, As Canadians, we are now facing one of the ♦ recognizing the right of aboriginal peoples most important challenges in our history. to govern themselves while being protected Proposals have been put forward by the by Canadian law Government of Canada to improve our Constitution. These proposals, for a more united and prosperous Canada in which all Canadians can feel at home, are currently being reviewed by a special parliamentary committee. They will also be considered by a series of conferences run by independent Canadian organizations. -Some of the proposals ixclude: + ensuring recognition of Quebec's distinc- tiveness and of minority language groups + reforming the senate to make it elected, effective and much more equitable than it is now + strengthening Canada's economic union so Canadians can work and conduct business anvwhere in the country ♦ a Canada clause that speaks of our hopes guaranteeing property rights. and dreams as Canadians, our values. Get involved and find out more about how our diversity, our tolerance and our ���-- these proposals will shape the future ,generosity of spirit ' of Canada, call toll-free: hs — •-•• 11j I-800.561.1188 Deaf or hearing impaired call: 1-800-56i-1992 (rnn;TDD) Cma'11#1 S M*ft" Canada's Future Together Page 4 THE NEWSPOST Wed. November 27, 1"1 DIARY MUN��y Gp M Space r this heading is available at no charge to non- profit WED. NOVEMBER 27 3:30 atm. - 4:30 p.m FiRST AID11CPR COURSES First Aid/C.P.R. training courses are offered ongoing, daytime, evenings and weekends at Scarborough Red Cross, 1095 Bellamy Rd. N. Call 438-5243, Monday to Friday, for more details and to register. 1 p.m CRIBBAGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of cribbage every Wednesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 396-4040. 1 - 3 p.m. BINGO Birkdale: senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo every Wednesday at Birkdale Com- munity Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. I p.m SOCIAL INFORMATION AFTERNOON The Lung Association Metropolitan Toronto and York Region is holding a Social Information Afternoon for people with chronic respiratory disease at Yorkminster Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge St. north of St. Clair Ave. The topic will be "Activities of Daily Living". Admission is free. For details call 864-1112. 7 - g:30 p.m. ETHNIC MINORITIES OF CHINA A slide show on "Ethnic Minorities of Chita" will be held at Don Mills Library. 888 Lawrence Ave. E. It will show tours of the major cities, countryside and remote areas of China and Zilet and show the diverse ethnic groups. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. 7 - 9 p.mh. OPEN HOUSE The Metropolitan Toronto Association for Community Living has opened a new Scarborough office at 1712 Ellesmere Rd. and everyone is invited to drop in and share in the celebrations of a new beginning. For more details call 431-2838. 7:L4 - 9 p.m ALZHEIMER'S FAMILY SUPPORT GR(x'P The Alzheimer's Family Support Croup meets the second and fourth Wednesday of even month at Brimley Acres, 2950 Lawrence Ave. E. (next to Bendale Acres). Scarborough Public Health Nurses and special guest speakers offer practical advice and information, discuss stages of the disease• current medical research, legal con- cerns, community support and placement issues. For details all 39(-4228. 7:30 p.m COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS MFIFT The Toronto Chapter of Compassionate Friends racers the fourth Wednesday of every month at True Davidson Acres, 200 Dawes Rd.. East York. Utc Nurses, Perionatal Bereavement Consultant, will be guar speaker and the topic will be "Grief in Generar'. E%cr,.t,rsc is welcome. For details all 187-4828. 7LM p.mn. FAMILY i4vt C wwr A Support Group meets we:kh in your community for parents whose kids are in trouble with drugs, alcohol, running away, marts, parent abuse and dropping out of school. The Scarborough group meets ever. Wednesday in 7:30 p.m. For more information all =3-'444. 3 p.m. EUCHRE Scarborough Ladies Auxiliary. Royal Canadian Legion Branca 614, 100 Salome Dr., south of Sheppard Ave. bet - Midland Avc. & Grimley Rd.. sponsors an evening of euchre every Wednes- day. Admission is S2 inctudin0 prizes and refreshments. Everyone is welcome. THURS. NOVEMBER 28 9 - 11 a.na. FAMILY LIFE GR(KT Young mothers in the eomsmunity are invited to attend the Family Life Group at Wee Hill United Church. 62 Orchard Park Dr.. West Hill. The group meets every Thursday to enjoy speakers, crafts and fdk wchip. Babysitting is available. For more details call 281-4120. N am SHUFFLEBOARD All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjos a morning of shuffleboard even Thursday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre. 2520 Berchmtunt Rd. Phone 396-4040. 12.-45 p.nL EUCHRE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of euchre at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre. 2520 Birdnmount Rd. Phone 39&4070. 112..45 p.a EUCHRE Ehrkdale senior citurns invite everyone 55 years and over to enjoy euchre every Thursday at Bukdale Commrmity Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd. " - 2:30 p. m HEARING FOR TOMORROW' Brenda Vernon from the Canadian Hearing Society will discus healthy hearing facts and tips for barer comrmuaication, in the Synagogue at the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steles Ave. W. Ad- mission is free and cveryonne is welcome. 5:30 - 8:30 p n< BOOK FAIR A book fair will be held at Precious Blood Catholic School. 1035 Pharmacy Avc., Scarborough. Everyone is weioomhe. 7 win. LEGAL COUNSF1I ING Agincourt Community Services Association, 4139 Sheppard Ave. E. offers free legal counselling every Thursday evening. Call 321-6912 for an appointment. 7 - 11 p.ni. CHESS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in Room 113 at Agincourt Collegiate, 2621 Midland Ave., one block north of Sheppard. For details all 493-0019. 7 - 11 p con. CHESS CLUB The Interregional A.W.H.P.AW.O. Chess Association and its affiliate West Hill Chess Club offer rated slow -play and active -play chess tournaments, speed chess, and casual play on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Sir Oliver Mowat Collegiate, 5400 Lawrence Ave. E. For information phone 283-6296 or 2845860. 7 - N:30 p.m ADOPTION FORUM The Adoption Council of Ontario is holding an Adoption Forton at North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge St. This is an evening of workshops related to various stages in the adoption experience. Everyone is welcome. The registration fee is S10 and for information call 482-0021. Professional Directory HARTE =SERVICES GAL ACCOUNIANTS Clarke, Henning & Co. Chartered Accountants 10 Bay Street Suite 801 Toronto, Ontario Phone 364-4421 J.W.Enterprises LAW CLERK old BUSINESS SERVICES Corporate, Commercial, Immigration, Small Claims, Incorporation, Business Registration, Collections, Typing Services 3 more VISA I accepted 2W SW2 Of we list your P.ofessionel Services hos ........... TNURS. NOVEMBER 28 7:30 p.m. BIN(X) An evening of bingo is held every Thursday at Metropolitan Com- munity Church of Toronto, 2029 Gerrard St., east of Woodbine Ave. Evervone is welcome. For details call 690-2133. 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. SWIFT ADELINFS Scarborough Sweet Adelines meets every Thursday evening at Washington United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd. (east of Markham Rd.). It is open to women of all ages who love to sing. For more details call Marg Otter at 225-9929. 7:30 p.m. ACI LIAISON COMMITTEE The second meeting of the Agincourt Collegiate Parent -Student - Teacher Liaison Committee will meet in the library at Agincourt Collegiate, 2621 Midland Ave. FRI. NOVEMBER 29 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. BOOK FAIR A Book Fair will take place at Precious Blood Catholic School, 1035 Pharmacy Ave., Scarborough. Everyone is welcome. '9:30 a.rm. - 5 p.m. GIFT & CRAFT SHOW Sunnybrook Creche's 6th annual Christmas gift and craft show will feature toys, baked goods, children's clothing and more in the Kilgour Wing, Sunnybrook Health Science Centre, 2075 Bayview Ave. Everyone is welcome. Proceeds will go to Sunnybrook's workplace day care. 11 a.m. - 2 pm OPEN HOUSE Birkdale Senior Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd., is hosting an Open House celebrating its 15th Anniversary. All past participants are in- vited to join in this very special occasion. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m FREE FiLMS Enjoy an afternoon of films, coffee, and company at Downsview Library, 2793 Kede St. every Friday. Films will include classics, musicals, and travel. It's free. 7 - 9 P -111L NEW TO VOL' SALE St. Martin's Church. Pickering, is holding its monthly New To You Sale featuring good otirndition toys, books, white elephants, miscellaneous household items and clothing for the entire family with prices in the 5e to $4 range. The church is lsated at the corner of St. Martin's Dr. & Radom St. For more details or donations all 839-4769 after I p.m. 0 p.m. EUCHRE Everyone is invited to enjoy an evening of euchre at Zion - Wexford United Church, 2102 Lawrence Ave. E. Admission is $3 and there will be refreshments and prizes. The church is wheelchair accessible. SAT. NOVEMBER 30 N am - 3 pm BAZAAR & TEA ROOM A Christmas bazaar and tea room will be held at The Wexford Centre for Seniors, ISW Lawrance Ave. E. (near Pharmacy). It will feature handmade crafts, home hakin& ceranna, plants, raffles, white elephant tabic and ica roc-im. Everyone is wdcoroc. 11:30 a.ttrL - 2:30 p.mh. CRAFT AND BAKE: SALE A craft and bake sale will he held at Tam Heather Country Club, 730 %lilitary Trail. %%cst Hill Evcryone is welcome. 1 - 4 p.ra CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Thompson House- Home for Senior Chtizems is hoidintg its annual Christmas bazaar in the Parish Hap. Church of the Ascension, 33 Overland Dr., dein Mills. 2 pm NATIVE CNILD4RFN'S STORIES Ojibway storyteller. Lenore Keeshig-Tobias will tell stories about the present day living of Canada's native people. their heritage and their hopes at Albert Campbell District Library. 496 Birchmount Rd. Children aged 8 to 13 arc in%itejd. 7 pm MARDI GRAS DANCY The grand opening dance of the !Nardi Gras will take place at Pickering Recreation Complex. Valley Farm Rd., south of Hwy. 2 between Brock Rd. & Liverpool Rd. in Pickering. It will feature manic by the Guenter Saunders Band. Tickets are available at Rouge Bill Bakery, 281-6608, D Lica c-%%cn Centre. 2822-7623. Pickering Licence Bureau. 831-3525 and 839-5853 or 639-8510. a pm CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra will present it, Christmas concert at Birchmount Collegiate. 3662 Danforth Ave. The Agincourt Senior Choir and terror Stephen Mc{lair will be special guests. For tickets call 6941769. 3 p.m. CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Oriana Singers, an award winning women's choir. will pre- sent "Welcome Yule". a concert of music for the Christmas season at Grace Church on the HiU, 300 Lonsdale Rd.. Toronto. Tickets are $14 for regular admission and S10 for students, and seniors. For more details all 742-7006. SUN. DECEMBER 1 9 a.m, - 5 p nL CAREER DEVELOPMENT AWARD Jahns Ehnes. Catherine French, Erika Raum and Lan St. John, futalists for the Women's Musical Club of Toronto Career Develop- ment Award, will compete at Waiter Hall, Edward Johnson Building, 80 Queen's Park. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. N:30 a.m THE SE.NSL'ALJTY OF JUSTICE "The Sensuality of Justice" - using the teachings of Star Hawk (Original Blessing) and Matthew Fox (Dreaming the Dark) is the topic of an address by Chaplain Janet Vickers, interspersed with music by Sheila and Chris White at Don Heights Unitarian Con- gregation, oo-gregation, 4 Antrim Cresc. (in the Kennedy Rd. & Hwy. 401 area). For details call 293-9650. 2 - 4 pm Y'CIKTTH ORCHESTRA The Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra will provide the enter- tainment at the regular afternoon concert at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. 2 - 4 pm CHRISTMAS PARTY Bob Hicks, MP Scarborough East and his wife, Joan invite members of his constituency to join them for a Christmas Coffee Party at Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd. at Markham Rd. If you require a ride, call 281-6767. 3 p m. FREE SCIENCE LECTURE Jody Decker, Department of Geography, Queen's University will give a free lecture on "Disease and Decimation of Plain's Indians" at the J.J.R. Macleod Auditorium, Medical Sciences Building, Univer- sity of Toronto (Queen's Park at College St.). Everyone is welcome. 3 - 5 pm CHANUKAH CELEBRATION Residents, families and members are invited to a Chanukah celebration in the assembly/dining room of the Wagman Centre, 55 Ameer Ave., North York. Tickets will net be sold at the door. For details all 789-5131 ext. 2267. MON. DECEMBER 2 10 a.mn. - 12 room 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 Stedes Ave. W. For an appointment call 225-2112. 12:30 p.m. BRIDGE & CRIBBAGE. Birkdaie 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. 12:30 - 3 War. MUDGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited io enjoy an alfte:roon of &WV every Monday at Stephen L.eaeodc Senion Centre, 2520 Bir- .lch_nwwO Rd. Pbome 3!61040. TUES. DECEMBER 3 10 a.m. - 12 noon BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC The La'Briyut Wellness Centre is holding a free blood pressure clinic for seniors at the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Ave. W. For an appointment call 225-2112. 12 n(mm - 1 p.m. DENTURE CLINIC The La'Briyut Wellness Centre is holding a free denture clinic for seniors at the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Ave. W. For an ap- pointment call 225-2112. 12:45 - 3 p.m. SOCIAL & LINE DANCING All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy social and line dancing every Tuesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Bir- chmount Rd. Phone 396-4040. 1 p.m. LEGAL CLINIC East York lawyer Robert Woolner will be available at Community Care Senior Centre, 1108 Greenwood Ave. at Cosburn Ave., the first Tuesday of every month to provide legal counselling for seniors of East York. For an appointmenmt call 467-1166. 6:30 p.m. NNW The Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 258, 45 Lawson Rd., Highland Creek holds a Bingo every Tuesday evening. Everyone is welcome. 7 - 9 p.m FREE FROM FEAR FOUNDATION The Free From Far Foundation meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 1400 Bayly St., Pickering. This non-profit organization is dedicated to helping those suffering from anxiety disorders and phobias and offers information, educational materials, guest speakers and support groups. For details call 831-3877. 7:30 p.m DON VALLEY CHORUS Ladies are invited to join the Don Valley Chorus (Sweet Adelines, Inc.) and sing 4 -part harmony at Church of St. Andrew rehearsal hall, southeast corner of Hwy. 401 and Victoria Park Ave. every Tuesday. For more details call Mary McFadyen, 625-0913. 7:30 p.m SINGLES MEET West Hill Chapter of One Parent Families Association invites all single parents to attend its meetings held on the first Tuesday of each month at Suburban Restaurant, 639 McCowan Rd. For more details call 750.2376. 7:30 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for the Willowdale Unit Office of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 6075 Yonge St., north of Finch Ave.. 4th Floor, on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Through informal discussions patients, families and friends can learn how to cope. For more information call 226-0646. 7:30 - L-30 p.m. CHANUKAH OONCERT A Chanukah concert, featuring the Heritage Players, will be held in the Assembly Room of the Wagman Centre, 55 Ameer Ave., North York. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. E p.m. AMNESTY INTERNATiONAL Group 65 of Amnesty International meets the first Tuesday of every month at Fairlawn Heights United Church (VOW at Fairlawn). New members are always welcome. For details an 489-6190. WED. DECEMBER 4 2 - 3 p.am. LIVING %ITH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for the Metro Toronto District Office of the Canadian Cancer Society, owns at 2 Carlton St., Suite 710. on the first and third Wednesdays to provide infor- miniort about nutrition, relaxation, support servioes and practical UIdance. Thc public is in.ited to come, talk or listen. J ps FES"VAL OF SIGHT & SO4. %D An eveinhg of entertainment featuring a na tucal coencen, dramatic presentations and an art exhibit wig be held at Jon Vanier Scion Bary School, 959 Midland Ave., Scarborough. 3 p.m. COIN CLUB MEF -I'S The Scarborough Coin Chub mats the first Wednesday of the mouth at Cedarbrook CommI y Centre, 91 Eastpark Blvd. New nnrmbers are always welcome. 3 p.nn. THE MITj.NAH TECHNIQUE Evervone is invited to a free lecture and demonstration on the Mit^ah Technique. a major preventive health care discipline which teaches how to overcome and prevent spinal and postural dif- ficulties. at the Medival Centre. 3420 Finch Ave. E. (at Warden) Suitt 401. For more detaik all 444-9422 rw 195- n29. Provincial Constituency Offices 9 a.m. to S p.m. CoNs-nTL'E.NC V OFFICE OPEN The office of the Hon. Alvin Curbag, MPP Scarborough North, located at 5200 Finch Ave. E., Unit 114. Scarborough is open Moo- day to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p -m. Phone 297-5040. 9 a.m. a S p.m. CONSTiTUENC'Y (OFFICE OrE.N The office of Gerry Phillipa, MPP Scarborough -Agincourt, located at 1002 Sheppard Ave. E.. Suite 204. northeast cortex of Sheppard and Kennedy. is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For appointments phone 297-6568. 9 a.ti a 5 p -m CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The orrice of David Warner, MPP Scarborough -Eller re, located at 695 Markham Rd., Unit 30, in Cedar Heights Plana, a open Monday to Thursday from 9 a. m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For appointments phone 438-1242. 9:30 a.m, to S p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Anne Swarbnck, MPP Scarborough West, located at 1680A Kingston Rd. is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5 .m., Wednesdays I to 5 p.m. and Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone 698-0967. 9 A -AL to 1 p.a C04SiTiUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Dr. Bob Frankford, MP'P Scarborough East, loaned at 4403 Kingston Rd., Unit 6A, just west of Lawrence Ave. E.. is open Monday to Friday from 9 am. to 1 pm. Phone 7A 1-2787. Federal Constituency Offices 9 a.na to 4 pm CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Pauline Brows, MP Scarborough Centre, located at 2163 Lawrance Ave. E., Suite B. is open Monday to Friday, 9 am. to 4 p.m. Evenings by appointment only, phone 751-7400. ! a.m to 4:30 p.m. CONSTTTUENCY OFFICE OPEN The ooaaituency 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. ! a.m. to 4 p.a CONSTITUENCY OMCE OPEN The office of Tom Wappd, MP Scarborough West, located at 483 Kennedy Rd. is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evenings and Saturday mornings by appointment only, 261-8613. ! am. to S p.m CONSTTIUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Barbara Greene, MP Don Valley North, is located at 173 Ravel Rd., Wtillowdale in the Fmch-Leslie Plaza. The office i4 open Monday to Friday from 9 a m. to 5 p.nL Evenings and Saturdays the office is open by appointmeac only. Phone 493-1994. 9 a.ars. to S p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The ee co �t� office of Rent Soetens, MP Ontario Riding, 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 666-0432. ! a.m>w to 5 p.m, CONS7iIUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Derek Lee, MP Scarborough Ro River, located u 200 Town Centre Court, Suite 219, Scarborottg�i, MIP 4X8 is open Mon. Tues. Thurs. Fri. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed. 1-5 p.m. Phone 296-8899. 1:30 a.um. to S:A p.m. CONSIiTUF1r(,'Y OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Jim Katyfianuis MPSc arborough- Agincourt. located at 3050 Punch Ave. E , Suite 4W is open weekdays frac 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 piL Saturdays I I am to 1 p.nL by apt only. all 321-545&p • k,;,•; . -- At the regular meeting of Court Futura No. 808 of The In- dependent Order of Foresters on Oct. 16th, High Councillor Comp. Audrey Gerow c right t presented a donation to Carol Crocker to assist the Blind Cheerio Club to have a suc- cessful Christmas dinner with gifts and entertainment. 5 Seniors Groups Receive Five seniors groups in the North York area will receive federal govern- ment grants totalling (59.909. The Local 5o6 Retirees will receive $4,117 to establish a successful gardening project and an outdoor bocce ball league. The project will promote. encottage and provide op portunities for over 70 retirees to enjoy a more ac- tive lifestyle. As a result, the seniors will enjoy the benefits of social interac- tion while contributing to their overall well-being. The Blair Court Social Club will receive $8.372 to enhance the quality of the activities currently offered at their club. Planted ac- tivities include: shuf- fleboard: pot -luck diners. video and education nights: crafts-, videotaping events and an exercise pro- gram. The program aims to provide both intellectually stimulating and physically challenging events to con- tribute to the seniors car tined well-being. The Dom Montserat Seniors of Toronto will receive $10.600 establish a social. educational. and recreational program for its members and neighbouring seniors. The project is aimed at reduc- Wed. !November 27, 19!1 THE '.NEWS/POST Page 5 Christmas At The Metro Zoo Create the memory of a You can see Santa in the ing carollers (Saturday & magical Christmas for you Africa Pavilion, 1-9 p.m. Sunday evenings). and your family by par- Saturdays & Sundays, last You can also visit with ticipating in the Metro admission 8 p.m. Zoo keepers and their Toronto Zoo's `Christmas Enjoy the Africa, In- animals (Orang-utan Nights', a celebration of doMalaya and Main En- Keeper: 7 p.m., Gorilla the season. The Zoo will be 'til trance areas twinkling with Keeper: 8 p.m.) and treat open 9 p.m. on Saturday Christmas lights and open yourself to a camel ride and Sunday evenings from to the public after dark (Saturday & Sunday even - Nov. 30 to Jan. 5 to help you ( Saturday and Sunday ings 5-7 p.m. weather per - catch the Christmas spirit! evenings) or listen to stroll- mitting). Lorina Receives Scholarship The pa�t(�s free, the price is right (reduced the mission Saturday and Sun Lorina Yip of Scar- borough, daughter of T.C. and Philina Chan, has been awarded a Board of Trustees Scholarship at a recent ceremony held at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry of Philadelphia. Yip earned a bachelor's degree in pre -health from New Horizons Grants ing social isolation in the community by involving seniors in meaningful ac- tivities and will include: arts and crafts: barbecues and educational seminars. The York-Fairbank Seniors of York will receive $17,011 to establish a drop- in centre for older adults. The program will offer comprehensive outreach services for Italian speak- ing seniors enabling them to access information on community resources and recreational activities. As well, the group will of- fer a program of social ac- tivities aimed at keeping seniors active, involved and contributing members of their community. The Wagman Centre Members' Council of North York will receive $19,719 to conduct a leadership train- ing and organizational development program for both present and future of- ficers and committee members. The aim of the group is to create interaction between members and to provide them with the opportunity to become a put of the Wagman community. The activities program will help seniors gain the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and facilitate their own pro- grams- makes ro- grams. Art Casselman Has 20 Years In Car Expertise This is the time of year that Ott can seem to get mom problems and we frantically look for a slull- ed mechanic to handle cure of out automobile. Well look no mote! Art Casselman, a licensed mechanic can handle yet car and he charges only $42 an hour for tabour when others charge u4 to $70 an bat. Art tuts his business on three mottos - be honest. do good work and be fair to your customer. With over 2D years ex- penence as a car hobbyist and professional Art has built a reputation for quali- ty work. No matter what the age of your auto. his network of colleagues can get the pati you need. Having ply owned AM maintained his own North American, Japanese, German and British -built cars over the years, he is uniquely qualified to offer profes- sional advice and service. Besides its pickup and delivery service. Casselman's car care of- fers two other features that most don't. The fust is a free hat of labour for every new customer that is referred by an existing client. Art keeps a log showing who is owed how much. Much of his business comes from referrals by satisfied customers. Secondly. he makes sure to call his regular customers to remind them at three month intervals that their car should be — --� thoroughly `�`'"d and CASSELMAN'S lubricated. fie says that without regular I Car Care Inc I maintenance you will pray akt ! i rrlOre later. I Service to all I I Art's love affair with can and motors began when he was a kid but it wasn't until he left his job as a food chemist 10 years ago that he took the plunge and turned his hobby into a thriving business. A veteran of a racing school with his own E Type Jaguar, Art has also judg- ed vintage races and cars. So if you want your favourite set of wheels looked after by someone who knows and loves cars, call Art Casselman at 2813.8208. Honour 300 Foster Parents The City of North York will honour over 300 Foster Parents at a reception to be held on Thurs. Nov. 28th at 7 p.m. at North York City Hall, 5100 Yonge St., titled "An Evening Out". The event will include a British Music Hall Show. "Foster Parents provide a wonderful service to our community," says Mayor Mel Lastman. '"Ibey open their hearts and homes to children in need and guide them through difficult times. And they ask for so little in return. This recep- tion allows us to express our thanks and apprecia- tion to these wonderful peo- ple. eo- ple„ North York is the only municipality to host such a reception. Held every two years, this very special event acknowledges foster parents caring for North York children through the Children's Aid Society of Metropolitan Toronto, the Catholic Children's Aid Society of Metropolitan Family and Child Service Toronto and the Jewish of Metropolitan Toronto. Needs Help On Newsletter The Toronto chapter ref a newsletter. group for bereaved parents Anyone who can type and and families which meets would like to volunteer a monthly in East Fork few hours of their time. desperately needs help in should call Iris at 698-4628 preparing the bi-monthly for more details. SNOWMOBILES CAN'T SWIM... snakes and models I II Pickup and delivery l Our Recession Fighter "People Helping fie" One free hour of tabour for each new customer you refer to us Art Casselman Ucitaced Mechanic the University of Waterloo in 1991. She is a member of the class of 1995, and is pur- suing a Doctor of Op- tometry degree at the Pen- nsylvania College of Op- tometry. The Pennsylvania Col- lege of Optometry, founded in 1919. was the first in- dependent optometric col- lege in the nation to grant a legislature -approved Doc- tor of Optometry ( O. D. ) degree. vay orad a.av p.m. 1, am Zoo staff are standing by to show you a side of the Zoo you've never seen before! Don't forget to bring along a non-perishable food item - we'll be collecting ,for Stop 103, a Metro food bank and relief centre. DR. Z RIVIM Excellent Chiropractic Care 2296 Eglinton Ave.E. 755-9229 Central Agincourt ----� Community Association wishes to express its gratitude to the following individuals and businesses who so generously donated to our annual dance on November 2. 1 1991. We hope that where possible you will support Mesa firms. • 4riincourt Italian Bakery. Glter Watford Dr • a pine Bakery ' ,,'.Lawrence Ave E. • Secb­ Sheppard Ave E • S ck's Pickles, P - -:-ss Ave • 0-+olen Blakey Flowers. Gler Watford D, • Bcvd's L),oratrnr, Centres Br--;ev Rd. • C F T O. • F T R • C H F • C NOG • Canadian Tire. Shema­!'McCowan. • mr. A Mrs C Caoonp ')onalda Cries. in CM --P Brown 3 Co .Head Office • Mr A. Mrs S Creaser • Bros. Colarcf i� Ltd.. 1111 Midland Ave • Corby J ,'itl•rs. Head Office • G-wdon I C►idlmv'. M man Ave • Doro's Steak House. S^Praard I Ave E • M• R Mrs. D Drago-p Donalda Cres • , :)bal 7P Pv'slon • = Obe d Mart •-7lyday Inn. Sca•hnrouQh •"sin Kuanq Restaurant Inc.Milliken B .^ •-untinq- wood Flowers. Woodside Sr:' ;re • NUntrngwood P-3urant A Bar Brimlev Rd • 7 4 Glen Watford Or • i A BrimlevrHt.-` -,wood • ,nternatic-a Waxes Ltd. Salome Dr • --r awa^ assurance • _,rbatt s Breweries. HAar, Office • - atham Jeweltef� G) n Watford Dr • _nam *% can Inc Mrdland Ave •--.wts. c -l" Head Office • Itle Caesars Pizza Kennedy Rc • Loblaws Suoern+arkets Ltd -'Pad Office • Lumberitrng Ltd Sheppard 4,-E • Vargaret's Fish A Chios Glen Watford Dr • v - ^onald s Restaurants of Canada Ltd Head Off-- • or!►fect Glass ; Mirror Ltd .Sher: aid Ave E • 0 rn's Fruit Market Shecoa• - Ave E • 0,entice Hall Canada Inc Heil Office • Queen's Fish A C, os Sheooard Ave E • 3�uce Sco" , D­alda Cres • Shoppers Drue Mart B- ^,ley Rd • ^ • S•;etchlev Clea ­s Agincourt Mall • Stereo Den Sher: ar,! Ave E • c )ndhi Stables your : 'qs Kennedy I Pr. • - -ne■ Car a i.a Inc Head Off.ce • -)ronin Star 65 Crockford Blvd. • Fronto Sun • Ndvor Joyce T.nr Scarborough 1 • allevview Gard-, Kennedy Rd • ties Beryl Wan - Scarborough. Ontario Ca- $nob Court • Neall A Cullen Head Off r:e • M1 R 387 • �%,ondv's Restaurants of Ca- 3 -a Inc Head Office • Bus; 288-8208 Res: 421-66341 White Rose Ltd Head Office • >olco ACinCourt Man The Mayor and Members of Council and The Chairman and Members of the Public Utilities Commission for the City of Scarborough request the pleasure of your company at the Inaugural Meeting Monday, December 2nd, 1991 7:30 p.m. Scarborough Civic Centre Meeting Hall Page 6 THE NEWS/ POST Wed. November 27, M Bill Watt's Worlds IN PRINT: Christopher Buckley is the son of William. F. Buckley. like his father, he supplements inherited wealth by his facility with words (He used to be a speech writer for George Bush). Unlike his celebrated father, he is a good or reasonably good novelist. The problem with the writings of Buckley Pere is that he seems so engrossed with the construction of his prose which one imagines him reading aloud, he lases sight of pure narrative. Christopher Buckley avoids that pitfall i pratfall but .. only just. We offer in consideration Wet Work (Alfred A. Knopf ), a good reasonably tight thriller about interna- tional drug sales and one wealthy man's war against them. Charley Becker is a self made millionaire, a hard rock, a well mannered Harry McLean for those who might recognize the name. In Wet Work he becomes "the rich man's Bernhard Goetz' as he sets out. in part. to avenge the death of S�i4RS. $6 from900 USE YOUR SEARS CARD 438-8829 • 111 "all n - %, area d — m :Sawa his only relative, a beloved grand daughter who has died after ingesting, unknown to herself, a lethal and illegal drug. Charlie doesn't want just the punk lover who gave it to her nor does he want simply the local pusher. He wants el toppo doggo and he sets out in his luxury yacht to Peru to get him. '!hat's the Wet Work of the title. It's a good, sometimes violent shoot 'em up and well worth the reading. It flounders only when the author, possibly with his word rate fee in mind. indulges himself in excess verbiage. Even there, however, there is some value and certainly some amusement as he mocks the speech patterns of government bureacrats and their tapdancing around questions. Anyone who has ever been involved at any level of politics will know what we mean and even those who have not will ex- perience only minor irnta- tion at temporary interrup- tions of the narrative. As we say, it's a good hell miser and we suggest it would be even more suc- cessful if young Mr. Buckley were now to assume a pen name. He no longerneeds the recogni- tion factor of his father's mane. Realistically, it right serve to be an em- barrassment. Here are a pair of Heiler's for your attention if not necessarily. custom. They're not adventure stories, just two books by authors who share the same surname, Heller. Joseph Heiler is a good writer who probably will be best remembered as the author of Catch 22 and Our 42nd. Year of service to the community. SCARBOROUGH news AGINCOURT news WEST HILL news NORTH YORK news EAS'END news pos PUBLISHED BY Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Ont. M 1 S 3R3 Phone 291.2583 Our typesetting is the best! Got a magazine, newspaper, booklet, flyer to typeset? Cell 291-2583 for an estimate of cost. Serving the Community Since 1950 Around and A bou a Your Dining &Entertainment Guide Something Happened. He will not, we suggest, be recalled for Something Happened, Neither will the book itself. The premise is an in- teresting enough one. Rem- brant's painting of Artisto- tie Contemplating the Bust Of Homer is seen by even the most elementary to be a monumental anachronism at best and an amazing feat of group delu- sion at best. Yet, Heller has apparent- ly seen fit to point out what most educated people realize any way and then, to make matters worse, tart up and lard the self evi- dent with his pseudo pro- fundities as the three characters involved in the painting make their own observations on life. Needless to say, the obser- vations are those of Mr. Heiler and are hardly shin- ing examples of intellec- tualism. As stated earlier, the premise of Picture This is a promising one but Joseph Heller has not been able to deliver. One waders what Julian Barnes night have done with it. The Soul of a Man by David Heiler (Rallantine ) is a bit of a bore as it details the author's "own journey in search of Faith". One applauds the ideal of the search but still believes that faith is a gift and all the books in the world will not help anyone who is not prepared to receive it. The miracle of the Road to Damascus occurs daily though not always so dramatically. The person who seeks faith need only to ask for it. The title of one of David Heller's earlier books is ..Dear God; What Religion Were the Dinosaurs'-" Clever'. Maybe. but he regard that sat of thing as bubble gum religion. If a reader can rind something in The Soul of Man then we are grateful for that reader's joy and for Mr. Heller's success. We still insist though that true faith is for the asking . . or the giving, of The Creator. ON RECORD: The opening statement of the publicity release leaped up at us. "Shah Lewis has been entertaining children since today's parents were kids themselves. "Im- possible! we thought. Yet, it's true; Shari Lewis has indeed been entertaining for 30 years now. To us she still looks as she did when we held our children on our lap to watch her on the Ed Sullivan Show and others. Time does indeed fly. One of those children now has three of her own. Her latest venture is a video titled "Lamb Chop in the Land of No Manners". We haven't viewed the video as yet but have had the pleasure of listening to the audio cassette and it's quite simply a treasure. Lamb Chop gets her wish to be somewhere she doesn't have to be polite. There she meets the "dinoslobs"; Belcher, Philth, Bumper, Tantrum and Slobber. By the end of her adventures it becomes clear to her that respect for others and good manners - really the same thing -make "Loves A Luxury" At Herongate by Frank Knight Herongate Dinner Theatre's current produc- tion is the usual comedy fare. This time it's "Loves A Luxury" by Guy Paxton and Edward V. Hoile. Written in 1952 it's a classical piece of comedy and has been performed all over the world. Written before today's current comedys which rely on T do A and Sex, its humour is derived from well written lines and characterization. This fact the cast did not seem to fully grasp with one or two exceptions. There was a tendency to rush line delivery with lit- tle or no inflection and a lit- tle facial acting especially by George Waugh and Mario D'Alimonte would have involved the audience more in to the gags. Aldwugh this play is a comedy it does have far- cical overtones and to play comedy an actor must have an inventive mind to put in all the hits of business which are not usually in the script. Bev Nicholas as Mr. Mole showed us how it should be done. A very fun- ny piece Of acting. The Piot itself has no great depth and as I said pre -show entertainment in 21st on Thursday, Friday, the form of sing -a -long and Saturday and Sunday. Call jokes• box office at 472-3085 for the show nuns until Dec. more information. Largest & Craziest Christmas Celebration French. Erika Raum. and recitals in the afternoon. Where can you see over 'M spectacularly decorated Christmas trees and 30 alternative festive doors? Only at Harbourfront and only from Nov. 29 to Dec. V. as part of Festive Trees at Harbourfront:Trimm- ings by Toronto's Best! Now in its fifth year, this UNICEF fundraiser features celebrities and local community and cultural groups who inter- pret the festive theme in a way that is meaningful. ar- tistic. wacky or traditional. The result is a decorative display that showcases the electric artistry of some of Toronto's most dynamic personalities. Festive Trees and Doss at Har- bourfront is the only place where celebrities, com- munity and cultural groups. are encouraged to go wild! "This season's par- ticipants include musicians from The Bourbon Taber- nacle Choir; artists from the world of fashion Pam Chorley of Fashion Crimes and renowned First Na- tions designer D'Arcy Moses; stars from Katz and Dog, and represen- tatives from cultural and community groups, in- cluding Amnesty Interna- tional and the National Ballet of Canada. To heat up the event, Harbourfront has initiated a Sporting Challenge bet- ween the stars of the Toron- to orso-to Blue Jays and the Toron- to omo-to Argonauts whose tree can raise more money for UNICEF! Throughout December the public is invited to tour the trees and "vote" for their favourites with a money gift in the donation box by each tree. The win- ner will be announced in January- rvys on cnaraczerhzauion and comedy tifemang. Goad support by the femaleside Finalists In Musical Club of the cast. Caroline Nielsen, Jo Hubbard and bane Harron as Fntzy who Janes Ehnes. Catherine and individual short I wotdd have tilted to have French. Erika Raum. and recitals in the afternoon. a Lara St. John are the finalists for the Women's The>c is ted and admissm is free. invited swimsuitseen fthe m the script. All perfectly in- Musical Club of Torment Attention Choir Groups nocent bat adds to the fun. Career Development Award The Metro Toronto Zoo is The play is a lot of fun and worth seting. It has a They will sun. looking for community and workable good and hatable set act Dec. 1st from 9 a.m to 5 church choir groups to sing the cast is handled well on p.m. at Walter Hall, Ed- Christmas carols at the zoo such a small by ward Johnson Wilding, 80 on Saturday and Seunday director Ann E. ud Queen's Q'Park. evenings from Dec. 1 to Herongate dinner theatre The contestants, all Jan. 5. In return. the zoo is offerirng free admission for is good value for the money violinists, will play a oar each cbmr member and a both for atmosphere, food Certo with piano accom- loved one. Call 392-9938, 39 and comfort. There is also paniment in the morning, or 40. life much more pleasant. series. Many people listen- Canadian station with a If one has a criticism of inrg to those albums did in- free enough format to in - the album it is the message that good manners can be a deed become hooked on the chide these longish cuts. means to a better end. How classics. The driving force behind (Canon > be served after all. Why -P) much better t state that the series was arranger conductor Louis Clark who To enjoy this music you'll themselves should be im- had been a member and ar- likely have to purchase it portant, always keeping in nund that good manners ranger of the, by then, on cassette or CD but it's a ease we recortrnhend are simply a manifestation disbanded symphonic rock group called ©ectnc Light strings! of regard for others. Orchestra. FAST EXIT: Still, it's a fine album and we suggest. the thing Well, ELO has reformed Before the arrival of James Caesar Petrillo and for unruly children on a and Mr. Clark is back doing keyboard work and or- the creation of thewerful Po long motor gyp• chestral arrangements for Musician's Union, caduc- tors of symphony or - Another good album for children is Kid Stuff with the group. The "debut" album is cthestras were true tyrants. the Sphere Clown Band. titled quite simply "Elec- In the 30s Artur Rodnn- ski carried a loaded It has an approximate running time of 35 minutes tris Light Orchestra Part Two" but there is nothing revolver to rehearsals, filled with bright, bouncy simple about this Scotti Fritz Reiner pierced musi- music such as Fiddlin' Rid- Brothers Attic release. clans with his laser -like eyes and George Szell Idler ("Why is six afraid of seven. Because seven, The songs and the ar- rangements of them - slashed with a razor eight -ate -nine."), Ode to an�hag Garbage, Peanut Butter particularly the Far and away the worst isn't it great that peanut arrangements -are complex but not so much so as to of them was Arturo Toscanini butter is great for one -and If You Can Dream It, You detract from melodic who was not beyond breaking batons Can Do It. value, The lyrics seems to get over the heads of muLsi- Kidstuff is released by lost somewhere in the rock cians who did not perform to the maestro's deeman- Whitman Golden and we are indebted to good buddy, orchestrations but they are hardly significant in any ding standards. Jay Linden for passing it case wrapped up as they On one such occasion, the victim of Toscanini's along to urs. Now we'll pass it m to are in gorgeous strings. En fin, the sound is lush wrath stormed out of the rehear - those grandchildren of ours to Sudbury• yet lively and not un mind- sal hall shouting to him "Nuts to You!". Toscanini One of the best things to ful of the old Jackie Gleason studio recordings bellowed back "It's too late happento the music world of the tastefully updated to Rode. to apologize!" Rather sums up the rela- release a few years ago of Don't listen for any of this album on AM radio. tions between Quebec and the Hooked on Classics One can't imagine any such the rest of Canada n'est cc pas? Wed. November 27, 1"1 THE NEWS/ POST Page 7 Michael Ogino and his --icm Kevin Williams and his dad e , �c her mother 3 Scarborough Youths Attend War Amps Seminar Twelve -year-old Lisa tion's Chilb Wmputee Butler, six-year-old (CHAMP) Program. Each Michael Orino and is missing a limb or limbs seventeen -year-old Kevin from birth, for medical Williams all of Scar- reasons, or because of an borough, recently attended accident. a seminar in London, On- Lisa was born missing tarso that was organized by her left hand and her right The War Amps of Canada- arm below the elbow. But this was not just any Michael was born missing seminar. and not just both feet and Kevin last his anyone could attend. right leg below the knee in Lisa, Michael, Kevin and an accident. All have been the 85 other young am- fitted with artificial limbs. putees who attended are all As Champs, Lisa. Michael members of the associa- and Kevin receive rnancia! assistance with the cost of artificial limbs, including travel expenses to and from their rehabilitation centre for fittings. The Champ seminars. as they are called, are vital gatherings for these youngsters for many dif- ferent and equally impor- tant reasons. Running one and a half days in length, the seminars provide a forum in which Champs and their parents meet other families who shone common concerns. It is also a chance to learn about the latest developments in artificial limbs and about special recreational limbs and devices. Recreational limbs for swimming, baseball and hockey were all demonstrated at this seAAevery mal higllight of this seminar was the launch of Jumpstart. a new program created by The War Amps to encourage early computer training for Champs with multiple am- putations so that they can gain the marketable skills needed to one day compete in the workforce. The launch included informa- tion on computer devices and program available for the disabled as well as a demonstration by Alicia Jarvis, S. of Sebhngville, who was born missing both arms. The War Amps establish- ed the Camp Program in 1975 to assist Canadian child amputees and their families with the cast of ar- tificial limbs. Through Special programs and seminars, it assists in many other ways that are just as vital to the Champs' quality of life. The association receives no government funds. Its many programs are tended through the public's use of the key Tag and Address Label Service. $294,854 In Grants For Disabled And Senior Citizens People with disabilities and senior citizens will have better access to another 14 community facilities across Metro Toronto because of Access Fund grants totalling $'2994,854. They are among $1.2 million in grants for pro. jects in 58 communities across the province that were announced recently by Elaine Taembai, Ontario Minister of Citizenship with responsibility for Disabili- ty Issues and Seniors' Issues. The Access Farad is a joint program of the Ministry of Citizenship's Office for Disability Issues and the Office for Seniors' Issues. "When improvements are made to the physical access of existing com- munity meeting rooms and public facilities the par- ticipation of people with disabilities and senior citizens increases,.. said the Minister. "The addition of grab bars, elevators and hearing assistive devices, to name a few of the possibilities, enables more citizens to participate more fully in community gather- ings " Grants of up to $50,000 are provided to match the funds committed by organizations for im- provements such as ramps; brailled, tactile and other sensory features; visual alert emergency systems; telecommunications devices for the deaf (TDD s) and renovations of structural features such as widening doors and redesigning washrooms. Eligible organizations, whose facilities are used by the public, intend(: con- sumer and advocacy organizations; senior citixeas;centres for people with disabilities; service clubs; employment couadling and training eenntnes; volunteer services and coordination centres; emergency shelters for vic- tims of family violence; sexual assault centres and religious organizations. The next deadline for ap plications is Jan. 2, 19M. Some of the groups receiv- ing grants include the following: Don Mills $33,859 to Bethesda United Church for a Plat- form lift. driveway and two washrooms. North York $11,824 to The Bob Rum - ball Associations for the Deaf to install flashing smoke detectors and elec- trical devices to signal telephone and doorbell rings. $1,846 to the Bob Ru mball Centre for the Deaf to pur- chase four telecommunica- tion devices for the deaf and one closed captioning machine. $10,675 to The Salvation Blood Donors Give The Best Gift ' Themselves! Please. - . Give Blood! The Canadian Red CrOSS Society Canadianism Is First JN ulticulturalism Is Second Army - Yorkminster Citadel Carps to install a platform lift. Scarborough $1,094 To The Church of St. Jude (Wexford) towards installation of an FM hearing assistive device. $2482 to the Royal Cana - dian Legion Branch No. 617 to widen two doors. Toronto SM to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Society of Ontario for a ramp. $11.841 to the Assaulted Women's Helpline for an elevator. platform lift. washroom and new en - •Why does a person lose self-respect? •What preilents a person from believing in themselves? *What stops you from having a positive attituide toward fife? • How does a person lose his self-esteem? Fund the answrs in America's 'I Self -Help book IMIRCI by L Ron Hubbard Only $6.95 To m your 00 or more -- hdmmmlfm Contact: :i DianetlCs 58 Empire Ave. Toronto, Ont. M4M 21.4 • �� C5� r iyl� O.rvr Diw..ca r a rrrn�. ar i trance. $2081 to the Canadian Rehabilitation Council for the Disabled for an automatic door opener. $T7,175 to Christ Church Deer Park for a lift, sloped sidewalk and two washrooms. 19.335 to the Metropolitan Toronto Association for Community Living for two automatic door openers and entrance renovations. York 1hIls $45.74; to Trinity Presbyterian Church to in- stall a lift. _MLLY't� DINNER SPECIALS Served Mon.-Thurs.from 4 p.m. STEAKS 8 SHRJMPS 59.95 1 Charcoal Broiled Jr.Cut N.Y.Steak i{ andDelieiorn Breaded Shrimps. CHEF'S PLOTTER 59.9 B.B.O.Rfbs,Tender Chicken Fingers f and Beef Brochefle TeriYakL - SEi�f000 COMBINATION 58.95 Tasty Shrimps and Fillet of Sole { Breaded srW Fried to Golden Brown) CHICKEN TERIYAKI 58.95 t�awaoua e«»�..a anion a crrckan �h f�arNawd ane crUgd Skv�d Wrt3. T akl Saud ABOVE INCLUDE: SOUP — SALAD BAR RICE, BAKED OR F.F. 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Gifts From Around The World Take care of all voter festive shopping needs as Harbourfront hosts two weekends of alternative gift fairs just in time for the holiday season. Mennonite Christmas Festival: Gifts of the World and Gifts That Count:A Special Sale by Rion -Profit Groups feature affordable, unique gifts in support of charitable causes and artistic coni - "Mennonite Christmas Festival: Gifts of the World" showcases the ar- tistry and craftsmanship of SelfHelp Crafts, a non- profit job creabon program of Mennonite Central Com- mittee that distributes crafts produced in develop- ing nations to North American consumers. The purchase of SeffHelp crafts has direct economic benefits for under- pnviledged producers. The selection of crafts for sale includes holiday decora- tions, brass ornaments, wood carvings. jewellery and children's toys. The Mennonite Christmas Festival: Gifts of the World is on Sat. Nov. 30, 11 a. in. to 9 p.m and Sun. Dec. 1, noon to 6 p.m. in the Brigantine Room, York Quay Centre. The following weekend, Harbourfronit hosts "Gifts That Count: A Special Sale by Non -Profit Groups" At this fair in the Brigantine Room, environmental, ar- tistic, and community groups give the public a chance to offer support through the purchase of ex- clusive merchandise. Groups like Greenpeace, the Basketry Network, Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief, Amnesty International, Canadian Music Centre and the Animal Alliance of Canada will be selling unique. NEW YEAR New Body. This time keep your resolution Lose pounds and inches sately. naturally. Doctor recommended. Rochelle 754-8651. PRINTING SERVICES A_9C GW;Zi "Ovf PRINTING OPEN vvvvvvvv P"mo COPIES ss 4w as 4t FAX fERvICES K-7 IML' PLAZA 2667 Eglinton AtIe.E. Classified ads can be accepted up to 5 p.m. Mondays call 291-2583 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED ]TUITION_ IMAVR2C AT HOME Nutrition Con- sultants needed. FT/PT. 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This 18 -month celebration, en- ding December 1992, marks the AGO's 25 vear collaboration with the -pro- vincial government and Ontario's community and cultural organizations in bringing the visual arts in- to everyday life. Brag That You Are A Canadian alternative items. Gifts That Count: A Special Sale by Non -Profit Groups takes place Sun. Dec. 8, noon - 6 p.m. in the Brigantine Room, York -Quay-Centre: -- - to The Emiroome" Part - Fund will receive a trther x20 million in trill ding, and an extension of its mandate, under Canada's Greeff Plan the Minister d State for the Environment Pauline Browes said recently. The Environmental Part- ners Fund was designed to encourage Canadians to get personally involved in activities which protect, enhance and restore their environment. Under the Greed Plan, the Fund now has a total commitment of $7o million and its mandate has been extended by three years, until 1997. When it was launched in September 1989, the program was given a five-year mandate and received $50 miUiaa in - funding As announced in the Green Plan, the Partners Fund's eligibility criteria have been expanded to in - dude projects aimed at in- creasing public awareness of environmental issues, which, in turn, will lead to further action. Since the expansion of its criteria, the program has been able to provide more than $700,000 to 13 community - oriented awareness pro- jects. To date, the En- vironmental Partners Fund has been extremely successful in encouraging local community groups, business and government to work together as part- ners in environmental ac- tivities," said Minister Browes. "With the changes I am announcing today, more Canadians will be able to participate in this innovative program." To date, the Partners Fund has provided over $19.3 million in funding to .491 environmental pro- J.t. V'tieam & Son PAINTING i DECORATING WTERIOR i EXTERIOR 425-5043 GAIRIOS CARPENTRY Custom Framing.AdditiOns i Garages. Hardwood Flom b Shinglirn 6337240 ALL WORK GUARANTEED Rogers Cable TV WED. NOVEMBER 27, THURS. NOVEMBER 22 r.M t2� Good Afterm n TV 12:w Fss4val d y4 G. Feitlew E Prm CEO 7fee Fntdre a T S' TheresFuture O 2:00 Tai Cho 1:M Avrams CAwk Show 2:70 Moity In Tttr Back 2:m Hoaled On rah W 3'e0 11emrle of Anilism 7:70 Heart Sever 2:70 camaemey self Uefetse 4:M Ne we Agau►xsr 3:M to The �otLdtt S eO Aga tman F.odatrlt 3 30 1{ilnska Fi;s 711nee Yses Stemma 6: M !� l�P Rat�erts 1 ~ Rospetsm �iarig r a $lienor J Ctretna 3:3e Church 7:M Rt{ei Seteul S.: VP'O � In Ogura PCC 6:30 !� MPP s comp to Dinner 1:30 "(deo Galle�Jae Turner ward f:M T Stu t» 1e:0o MCA: tae A You s Ask 10 30 MCA:Plarmacy Tam 1140 .a1�re Cltdh �,`y Eames 2:e0 tleacbm Jan Peter Leach FRI. NOVEMBER 29 1:70 Latimer 510+ P.3L 9:0 Lie In The Balaeee 12 40 EMmtpparee�CkAb 9 30 Tf� dTare-Taste Faslroe 1: a Good AlfermoneN Was VLaICu�Aa- hYyGBK Bands Babm Topae-Deatntry 11:es Tam 8esartatia 2-s0 Pet TV 3 d Canada E:port Awards 'f1 Star-Scape Singers Sing The Heart Of Christmas Sun-Scape Records has announced that its current Christmas release, "The Song --The Heart of Christmas", will be featured in a holiday con- cert by The Star-Scape Post -Polio Information The Ontario March of Dimes has a Post -Polio In- formation Service and province -wide support group network. In the Toronto area there is an ac- tive group which meets monthly called the Toronto Peel Post -Polio Chapter and there is a group in Oshawa as well. To obtain free informa- tion packages contact the Ontario March of Dimes, 60 Overlea Blvd., Toronto M4H 1B6, or telephone 425-0501. jects, valued at over $80.9 million. Deadlines for pro- gram submissions are Dec. 1, and -June is _ - Singers conducted by Ken- neth G. Mills at The Cathedral of St. James on Tues. Dec. 10, at 8 p.m. Subtitled Joyous Carols Old and New, the program will include favourites such as "Carol of the Bells" and "The Little Drummer Boy"; new settings of French, Polish and English carols; and new works by Christopher Dedrick and K. G. Mills celebrating the season. The performance will also include those varia- tions from one of the ensemble's major works, "Melody for the world," performed in October at the Winter Garden Theatre, which are par- ticularly pertinent to the essential Christmas themes of Peace and Love. Tickets to "The Song --the Heart of Christmas" are available from Sun-Scape Records, (416) 221-2461. The Cathedral of St. James is located at 65 Church St. at King St. in downtown .Toronto.. 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DECEMBER 2 P -M. 12:e0 ImagesA n 12:30 Chefs 1:00 Can.41ub-John W Crow Gov.Bank of Canada Join Empire A Can.Club 2:00 Hooked On Fishing 2:311 Coaumruty Self Deleise 3:00 stuabo Two 4:00 RogMF .0 s- _Sports Event its coo MY '1!i'Y�p�s 6:30 Fi� on an Marcus. L akin 7:30 Pet TV Power A Passion Sam Radoff 7:30 East York Couned 1:00 Studio 2 9:00 Cdn.SOorts Hall d Fame Int tion Ceremony 10:00 Taste Ttats 10:30 MCA:They Never Asked IIs 11:00 Canadian Club John W. Crow TUES. DECEMBER 3 A. x 9:30 Toronto Council Inaugural P.M. 12:00 Canadian Club John W. Crow 12:30 Working In Ontario 1:00 Can. Music Competition 1:30 Beaches Jazz 2:00 Tai Chi Toronto Council Resines 2:30 Mone In The Bank 3.00 Pet TV 4:00 L�monaid Show 5:00 Reaction 6:00 MP MPP Reports Poole Kaplan. Akande e:30 Horirant- lilted CtuurM 7:00 Health Line 8:00 Ratters Sports Evert 10:00 MCA: Christmas Baking 16:30 MCA: Tiley Never Asked Us ,11:00 Hooked on F� 11:70 Siaiiter Cimrn► Community Sports Notes Ken Crawford Inducted Into Hall Of Fame Ken Crawford, a resident of Scarborough all his life, was inducted into the Hall of Fame on Oct. 12th at New Westminster, B.C. for Lacrosse. He and his wife, Shirley flew to B.C. for one day for the award. Ken runs marathons for hospitals, plays hockey, basket- ball - all this at age 56. Besides a great hockey career he worts at the Scarborough Utilities as a meter reader. Ken started the gutted -stick game as a 17 year old in Scarborough in the Ontario lacrosse "Juvenile" Series. He played there and in Mimeo and Brooklin (Ont.). In 1959 the Brooklin Redmen won the O.LA. "Intermediate" League Title. This brought him to the attention of the Port Credit Sailors in 11%0 who were in the O.L.A. Senior Series. The Pat Credit Sailors won the Mann Cup ( Canadian Cham, piahs) in 1960. He stayed with Port Credit for four seasons and during that time Brampton added him to their roster in 1962 to play in the Mann Cup finals. Brooklin Redrnen beckoned in 1964 and he joined them for three years. They were in the Mann Cup final for the first two years and when they lost the Eastern Title to Peter borough in 1966, our inductee was added to the Peter- borough roster and he was on his second Mann Cup winner in his career. When the Professional Lacrosse League started the next year. he joined the Montreal Quebecois. Over the next seven years be played with St. Catherines Golden Hawks, Toronto Shooting Stars. Windsor Warlocks, and the last three years with Brooklin Redrnen. At the same time he was organizing the Scarborough lacrosse Association, it's major entry the Saints, and coaclang the Junior C team to the provincial title. After his professional playing career there was a cham- P .p year with Brampton, four seasons with Brooklin and his final year with his own Scarborough Saints. During that time he also coached another Scarborough team to the Junior B Canadian championship. In 1980 he organized the Scarborough lacrosse House League. and said he was through with a playing career. However, the urge to get in the game rather than watch, saw his return to this Sunday night recreational league, as ioog as there were no practices... and there aren't! He is held in such high esteem that the Scarborough League retired his sweater No. 12 at a recent ceremony before 300 enthusiastic people. They recalled his agressive play, and his uncanny ability to win face-offs. Over 3o years in the game, Ken is still a great credit to the sport and everyone welconnes him into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame. Christmas Events At Sunnybrook Gift k Craft Sbow Sunnybrook Creche's 6th annual Christmas gift and craft show will take place in the Kilgour Wing on Fri. Nov. 29th from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. it will feature toys, baked goods, children's clothing and more. Pro- ceeds will to go Sun- nybrook's workplace day care. Harvest Food Bank Visitors to Sunnybrook during the first week of December are encouraged to bring a donation for the North York Harvest Food Bank. Drop off non-perishable items such as canned meat, powdered milk, toothpaste and shampoo to the front lobby. This drive is organized by the Sun- nybrook Volunteer Association. Toy Drive Bring an unwrapped toy for the Department of ;`Social Wont's toy drive in s aura of IM C ULU-CM Christmas Wish. Items may be chopped off at the George Hees Wing an Dec. 3, 4 and 5. Christmas Cards "Winter Evening Ride", a drawing by Group of Seven artist A. J. Casson, adorns Sunnybrook's Christmas card. The cards are on sale in the gift shop, 10 for $12. Proceeds go to the Dialysis Unit and the Alzheimer's research fund. Firefighters' Calendar The fourth annual North York Firefighters' 1992 calendar features 12 steamy firefighters. They are available at 98 in the variety store, or mail $9.50 to NYFFA'92 Calendar, 49-6A The Donway W., Suite 1023, Don Mills, Ont. M3C 2E8. The calendars have raised over =100,000 for Sunnybrook's Regional Trauma Unit. 111eed Donor Clinic A Red Cross Blood donor clinic will be beldon 71011's, Dec. 13th from 16 a.aa. to 4 pp m. in the Kilgour Wing. There will be free parking in the garage for donors. Sunnybrook Health Science Centre is located at 2075 Bayview Ave., south of Lawrence Ave. For more information call 480-4040. St.John First Aid Courses St. John Ambulance is of- fering a variety of fust aid causes at its Scarborough location, 210 Milner Ave. Standard FYist Aid: Dec. 3-4. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m ; Dec. 2-5,6:30 -10 p.m. Emergen- cy First Aid: Dec. 9, 9 a.m. - 5 P. m. Basic Rescuer Rec'ert. CPR: Dec. 7, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Dec. 12, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Basic Rescuer CPR: Dec. 9 -12, 6 -10 p.m. and Dec_ 5-6,9 a. m. - 6 p.m. Heartsaver CPR: Dec. 8, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and Dec. 10, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Heartsaver Plus (CPR): Dec. 13. 9 a.m - 3 p.m. In- fant -Child CPR: Dec. 8, 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. and Dec. 11, 9a.m.-1p.m- For mote details and to register call the Training Department at 321-0438. Wed. November 27, 1"] THE NEWS/POST Page 9 Metro Separate School Board News Linda Granfield will visit grades 5 to 8 at St. Anselm School, 770 Millwood Rd., East York on Wed. Nov. 27th. A board -wide AIDS Awareness Education Day will be held on Wed. Nov. 27th from 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the Catholic Educa- tion Centre, 80 Sheppard Ave. E., North York. It will feature Clarence Crossman, Education Co- ordinator for the AIDS Committee of London, and John Russell from the AIDS Committee of Toron- to. A board -wide Profes- sional Image Workshop, sponsored by the Metropolitan Separate School Board's Affirmative Action/ Employment Equi- ty Department, will be held on Thurs. Nov. 28th at St. Bonaventure Church Hall, 1300 Leslie St., North York from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. A Book Fair will be held at Precious Blood School, 1035 Pharmacy Ave., Scar- borough from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thurs. Nov. 28th and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Fri. Nov. 29th. Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts, 36 Greenfield Ave., North York is holding an Open House on Fri. Nov. 29th from 9 to 11 a.m. as a model for offering specialized program in conjunction with core academic cur- ricula. An Advent Mass and Social will be held at Madonna Secondary School, 20 Dubray Ave., North York on Sun. Dec. 1st at 10 a.m. A 'Festival of Sight and Sound', an evening of entertainment featuring a musical concert, dramatic Presentations and art ex- hibit will be held at Jean Vanier Secondary School, 969 Midland Ave., Scar- borough on Wed. Dec. 4th beginning at 7 p.m. The Student Council at Madonna Secondary School is sponsoring a Variety Night at the school located at 20 Dubray Ave., Nath York on Fri. Dec. 6th at 7 p.m. Toronto Camerata Has 4 Concerts The Toronto Cwrwata, the city's only a cappella chamber choir, will offer four performances of its Christmas concert, "0 Magnum Mysterium", on Fri. Nov. 29 at 8 p. m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1490 Markham Road ( just north of Highway 401), Scar- borough; on Fri. Dec. 6 at 8 p. m. at the Church of St. Leonard, 25 Wanless Road, just off Yonge Street (sub- way: sub'way: Lawrence); on Sat. Dec. 14, at 8 p. m. in the Chapel of Trinity College. 6 Hoskin Ave. (subway: Museum) . and an Sun. Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. at Eden United Church, 3061 Battleford Road (corner of Winston Churchill Boulevard), Mississauga. Tickets are available at the door at $10. or $7 for seniors and students. Season subscription forms are available at any public library or may be obtained by calling 841-M. The concert celebrates the great mystery that animals might see the birth of Our Lord, and features motets by Byrd, Victoria AM Poulenc; French. Ger man, English, and Latin carols; three carols by Canadian composer William Wallace; and Vic- toria's "Missy O Magnum Mysteri um". 9 X25.°° USE YOUR SEARS CARD 438-W29 * r •-sr —% +w Soho "d use M C wub Capture the and magic of C; -,-.s oras in these del gr.tful FESTIVE PINWHEEL COOKIES. The simple addition of coloured sugar sprinkles turns these charming cookies into whimsical holiday cutouts, per- fect for eating, gift -giving or even decorat- ing the Christmas tree. Cream cheese and FESTIVE PINWHEEL COOKIES 1 pkg (250 g) cream cheese. softened 3/4 cup (175 mL) butter, softened 1 egg. separated 2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour 1 rasp (15 mL) baking powder 1 cup (250 mL) coloured sugar sprinkles 18 gumdrops. cut In half In large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese. butter and egg yolk until light. Stir in flour and baking powder until stiff dough forms. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. Lightly beat egg white; set aside. On floured surface roll Cu-ner form the base of t`le_c ately fla- voured cookies that taste as good as they k)ok. Dairy Bureau Home Economists have used a pastry crimper to cut out the zig zag edges, but a straight -edged knife works just as well. These cookies are a real treat and sure to be popular with the whole family. half the dough at a time into 15 x 9 -inch (38 x 23 cm) rectangle. Cut dough into 3 -inch (8 cm) squares. Brush each square with egg white and place. egg -side down. into sugar sprinkles. Lift out, shake to remove excess and place sugar -side up on ungreased baking sheets. With a knife cut dough diagonally from each corner to within 1/2 inch (12 mm) from centre. Fold alter- nating points of square to centre to form pinwheel, overlapping and pinching gently to seal in centre. Press gumdrop half in cen- tre of cookie. Bake in 350OF (180°C) oven 9 to 12 min or until set. Cool on pan 5 min; remove to wire racks: cool completely. Makes about 3 dozen cookies. Dairy Products ... dMkious, subitlew fir a8 occaslaw llwctn. t+astad eectpas hem rio Dwp t#hnaha of canaria A. Page 10 THE NEWS/POST Wed. November 27, 1"1 Business Community News $9.6 Billion Ca then ne Swift, vice ppere ident of research for the Cana - dean Federation of Independent Business, sifts through ,,orbe of the 25,362 responses from independent business Gn T J i oumm to a survey on the federal Goods and Services Tax. The survey revealed, among other things, that the GST will cost Canadian business overall an estimated 9,9.6 billion this n, Su1 year. This is the largest response CFIB has ever had in its yew history to a national survey conducted among its vey full membership. York Technology Meets Dec.5th. York Technology Association will bold a Breakfast Brief an Thurs. Dec. 5th from 7:30 a. m. at the Chime, Hotel, 7095 Woodbine Ave. Topic of meeting is -Co- Op Education: Con- tributing to Your Business TAKE A BREATH FOR LIFE Objectives". Employers describe how they benefited from Co-op Education. Panelists include Ted Munroe, IBM Canada, Dahta Berejikian, Univer- sity of Toronto, Marina Westbrook- Tri Lea Cen- Did you know one in fire Canadians suffers from breathing disorders and lung disease? Learn more about the health of your lungs on the Lungmobile. a travelling van offering tree lung function testing and educational materials. ON TM ® ]LUN BIZE Date: Tone: Location: Contact for more information: ON THE ROAD TO LUNG HEALTH UA THE $ I I V i vwx "FKP, tres Inc. and Elaine Teo, Albert Campbell Col- lqoate. It costs $oo plus G.S.T. for members and W plus G.S.T. for non-members. INTRODUCE GOOD NEIGHBOURS INTO YOUR COMMUNITY_ Good Neighboum TO RR PART OF 7=8 CAW*WN, C -41.1 - TIM YINIST RY OF CrnZRN.SIOP OFFICE FOR SENIORS' ISSUES 14800.267-7329 Durham Region Leads The Way "Our manufacturing firms received world-wide attention through the distribution of 'Profits Through Joint Venturing' publication," stated Gary Herrema, Chairman, Regional Municipality of Durham on Nov. 14th. "The 'Profit Through Joint Venturing' publica- tion is a direct outcome of the 1989 prospecting trip to Germany by Patrick Olive, Commissioner of the Durham Region Economic Development Department," continued Mr. Herrema. European firms are deeply committed to re- developing economic ties with the newly emerging Eastern Block countries. This puts a tremendous strain on their export markets to North America and many off -shore com- pany contacts expressed interest in establishing manufacturing joint ven- ture operations with reputable North America firms. Canadian and Ontario trade offices abroad are receiving ever-increasing requests for names of suitable potential partner firms in Canada that could be contacted. During discussions with these same Canadian and Ontario trade offices abroad, it was obvious that their commercial offices did not have the required type of information on Canadian firms interested in possible joint venture, manufacturing ar- For the last two months, the Durham Region Economic Development Department has been working with Joe Mon- tgomery Consultants in the development of a question- naire that would provide the necessary information needed by overseas firms in their search for North American partners. Due to the complexity and diversification of the Durham manufacturing sector, it was decided to zero in on certain sectors that had the best chance of success in this sophisticated field. One sector that slowed the most promise was the Automotive Parts sector. With their highly automated machinery, skilled work force and a somewhat cyclic market place, they could benefit with another product line that was compatible but not competitive thereby utilizing their machinery and work force in a more profitable manner. Using the same criteria. it became obvious that there were other sectors that could benefit equally as well. Using the new in- dustrial Directory of Durham Region, several other equally important sectors were identified and then added to the study: plasticIpackaging. Aerospace. Defense Com- munication, and Health Care and Phar- maceuticals. This increase in scope dictated the establishment of a research tears funded Metro Toronto Board of Trade Recent Policy Submissions laswrawce In a July 19 letter respon- ding to the board's submis- sion ( see "Labour" pg. 1). Ontario Financial Institu- tions Minister Brian Chariton advised, "I am in full agreement with your observation 'that ties issue (automobile insurance) is too important not to get right'. That is the principal reason why the govern- ment decided to delay in- troduction of legislation un- til the fall. " The minister further noted that "17hroulgh your presentations to my predecessor and me, the board's views have been ably presented to the government." Labour In a July 25 letter, On- tario Deputy Labour Minister George Thomson expressed his appreciation for the board's participa- tion in the recent consulta- tions on labour adjustment statutory reform (see ES, April and May 1991). Mr. Thomson noted that "The government is very con- cerned about the large number of closures and 11 ■ !!! Door Prizes !!! • Planning Guidance Displays • Gifts layoffs in Ontario and is committed to improving the labour adjustment system_ The Board's submission, in response to the report of the Premier's Council, 'People and Skills in the New Global Ec'onomy', will prove valuable in assisting us with future policy development and possible drafting of legislation." In a Sept. t3 letter to On- tario Premier Bob Rae, the board urged the Ontario Government to enact im- mediately legislation regarding the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) strike in order to restore services which are vital to the economy of the Greer Toronto Region. The board stated that the dislocations and substan- tial costs this dispute is creating for the business community and for the many thousands of men and women who are being seriously restricted from getting to their jobs, as well as the dangers to the health and safety of the citizens of this region, should not be tolerated. plus fifty If so, you are invited to a Welcome Wagon PLUS FIFTY SHOWCASE Call Karen 364-9010 Admittance is Free, but by invitation Only by the Canada Employ- ment and Immigration Commission. Eugene Decaire, of Durham Col- lege will manage the research team being responsible for the collec- tion and interpretation of returned questionnaires. The research team will also become an informa- tion centre for all questions pertaining to the study. The research team will occupy space in the Durham Region Economic Development Department at 105 Consumers Dr. The Profits Through Joint Venturing book will contain full information on all Durham Region manufacturing firms tak- ing part in the program. Distribution of the boot will include all Ontario and Federal trade offices throughout the world. As well, a copy will be provid- ed to all industrial pro- spects contacting the Economic Development Department of Durham Region regarding Joint Venture opportunities. "As you can see. the potential for Durham's manufacturing firms to add product Wires and new technology is unlimited. In the early 1950's, the establishment of new manufacturing plants was the main thrust of in- dustrial growth. Interna- tional co-operative ven- tures between companies will be the thrust of the 90's," said Gary Herrera. Events In Lastman Square Winter is no time to hibernate in North York: it's the season to celebrate! The City is organizing many exciting free events in and around City Hall this Holiday Season. Indoors and outdoors, for the young and the young -at -heart, there is a special event for everyone. "ALI Year round, there's always something fun to do in North York." says Mayor Mel Lastman. "Our holiday events are guaranteed to bring good cheer to all, whatever their background or age.„ On Dec. 3, the city celebrates "Chanukah" with traditional Israeli music and dances. The ever popular annual "Seniors Big Band Dance," featuring a Tribute to Glenn Miller, takes place on Dec. 15 and the year ends with a New Year's Eve Celebration in Mel Lastman Square on Dec. 31 featuring Glass Tiger and Honeymoon Suite following a special children's count- down. Finally, on Jan. 1, the traditional Mayor's New Year's Day Levee will give citizens and city officials an opportunity to exchange good wishes for 1992. All events are free and take place at North York City Hall or Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street at the North York Centre subway station. Let's Brag That We're Canadians! T travel Travellers' Alert When you're planning your next trip - whether it's a one -day jaunt across the border, your winter vaca- tion, or business travel - one of the most important things to arrange is extra health insurance. Anyone now travelling without private insurance could be making a very costly mistake. Effective Oct. 1, the On- tario government significantly reduced OHIP out -of -country coverage. If you become ill or are in- jured when travelling, and require emergency hospital treatment, you may be stuck with having to pay much of the cost out of your own pocket. Let's look at a fairly typical example. Say you're in a car accident in Florida. You suffer multi - pie fractures and have to spend nine days in a hospital. The total bill is about W ADO. Under the old system, OHIP would have paid about two-thirds of the cost. But with the new changes. OHIP now pays only about $4,800.. leaving you personally responsible for more than $33.000. For most people, that kind of expense would be an incredible hardship. That's why Ontario Blue Cross is urging everyone to take out travellers' health insurance before leaving Canada. Now, a great deal has already been written about the increased cost of private insurance. And it's true that this extra coverage has gone up in price - particularly for those taking longer trips. This is because the OHIP changes have transferred a greater share of the risk to individuals and private in- surance companies. But for most travellers, the rate increases are modest. For a single per- son on a seven-day trip, for example, the Blue Cross basic rate has gone up from J7 to $10.50. For a family covered under the Blue Cross deluxe plan, in- surance for a 14 -day trip has increased from $42 to $49. Insurance companies are aware that price will play a large role in choosing a plan. In order to hold down rates, some companies restrict or deny coverage to certain individuals, some have a maximum dollar limit on benefits, and some pay only a percen- tage of total casts. Consumers should select with great care. All in- surance companies are not equal. Ontano Blue Cross is a rat -for-profit organization which has been providing health coverage in this pro - NOVA TRAVEL LTD. Om.Lic.31SISM "Complete Travel Service" to all destinations Dankirlb RdA Midland Av. 265-6662 wince for 50 years. It does not discriminate on the basis of age - its rates are based solely on the duration of the customer's trip. A 35 -year- old university professor travelling to Europe for five months pays exactly the same rate as a senior wintering in Florida for five months. One of the big "pluses" of Blue Cross travellers' in- surance is that wherever possible all costs are paid directly by the plan. This means that the customer doesn't have to pay up- front and then wait months for reimbursement. While some other com- panies provide "co- insurance"• which means that the customer is responsible for paying a portion of the bill. Blue Cross covers the full amount. When hospital and medical costs can run into tens of thousands of dollars, this can be an im- portant consideration. Travellers should also check whether their policy provides for additional benefits. For example, you could be unable to drive after being released from hospital. Will your in- surance pay for this unex- pected air flight home' At Blue Cross. we cover these situations. More than ever, On- tarians travelling for business or pleasure re- quire extra protection. Traveller's insurance is no longer a luxury - it's a must. If you need further $for- mation or have additional questions. call Ontario Blue Cross or your travel agent. Culture Centre In Denmark Visitors to Denmark will delight in Copenhagen's newest international cultural center: BOLTEN'S. Housed in archi- tect, merchant and socialite Baron Henrik von Bolten's 18th century private residence at Kongens Nytorv, BOLTEN'S offers 19 hours of activities daily, from theatre productions and musical concerts to art gal- lery showings and international exhibitions. The structure's eleven original yellow -painted buildings provide a historical perspective to the modern archi- tecture, creating the ambiance of a "city within a city." Within BOLTEN'S 10,000 square meters of cultural activi- ties are Gallerie Patricia Asbaek. BOLTEN'S bazaars, a specially imported 19th century French brasserie, six cafes and restaurants, a ticket office for events in Copenhagen, and a number of specialty shops, of- fices and apartments. The main building is called INDUSTRIEN, named for Co- penhagen's former House of In- dustry. Inspired by German cabarets. the main floor houses a theatre cafe featuring DI- AMANiEN. one of Denmark's most advanced mdoor/outdoor stages. The windows of this unigne, diamond-shaped stage OM to BOLTEN'S main cow - yard. and can be raised to pro- duce an outdoor theatre or lowered to enclose the cafe. Above the theatre cafe are several exhibition rooms dis- pis iog changing international an a Beneath INDUSTRIEN is a mew theatre called UNDER- GRUNDEN, scheduled to open oa September 16. 1991. In ad- dition to an assortment of caftr- ainrnent such as variety shows and musicals. UNDERGRUN- DEN will produce special morning shows for children and plan to icatum late night Amer- ican stand-up comedians for night owls. Lee Island Coast Events & Festivals Christmas l.umnimary Trail and Open House -flee. e. An enchanted holiday evening with a fairyland at- mosphere is created as miles of twinkling lutrrunianes line Penwinkle Way on Sanibel Island. The path leads to more than 100 unique island specialty stores where party treats are served at each store. A trolley takes visitors for a tour of the trail. Additionally. the traditional Sanibel Clinstmas tree is lighted for the season. All prreds benefit FISH. Fnends in Service Here, an island organization whose 150 volunteers provide special services such as meals on wheels. companionship, shopping assistance and transpor- tation to needy residents. Location: Periwinkle Way on Sanibel Island. 13th Annual South leas Traditional Pro Am f:olf Tourna- ment - Dec. 7 & S. In support of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Organization of Lee County, this two-day. 36 -hole golf tournament features some of the sport's top senior pros. Location: South Seas Plantation on Captiva Island. Fifth Annual Torquer's Car (hub Beach Party - Dec. 7. The old automobile classics will line Fort N vers Beach in front of the Holiday Inn when the Torquer's Car Club meets for its annual beach party. The public is invited, free of charge, to view hot rods, '50s custom cars, sports cars and the classics from noon to 4 p.m. Registration for cars is from 9 a.m. to noon. Awards will be given away to show par- ticipants. This family event also will feature beach ac- tivities, '50s music and food will be available. Location: Holdiay Inn Fort Myers Beach. Gregory Hines - Dec. 8 Dance virtuoso Gregory Hines will perform at the new Harborside Convention Hall. Curtain time: 8:15 p.m. For ticket information, call 813-334-4958. Location: Harborside Convention Hall, downtown Fort Myers. Wed. 'November V. 1991 THE NEWS'POST Page 11 5 4 Thrill Rides At Busch Gardens A 300 acres family erAertainment centre. Brach Gardens in Tampa Florida features thrall rides, live entertainment, animal exhibits, shops. restaurants and games in eight distinctly themed sections which capture the spirit of turn -of -the century Africa. Bosch Gardena ranks among the top mos in the country with morn than 3300 animals and is the most popular attraction on Florida's west coast. Located at the corner of Brach Blvd.. and 40th St.. eight miles northeast of downtown, two miles east of Interstate 275 and two in, west of Interstate 75 Busch Gardens is M miles is 1-1 4 hour dnvei from Orlando on Interstate 4 Above a careen machine makes visitors hang on tight as the Python roller coaster delivers itc special hmnd of slithery high speed excitement. Feel The Heat! 6 Days 5 Nights Hotel & Bahama Cruise Vacation Packages Save up to 70% off an approximate $1000 value for only $165 U.S. per person Limited amount of cruise packages available Representatives are standing by Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. E.S.T. MUST CALL NOW 1-800-446-6269 Certain restrictions apply • void where prohibited by law Page 12 THE POST Wed. November 27, 19"1 Here & There In Pickering by Diane Matheson MARDI GRAS The annual Niardi Gras dance sponsored by the Toronto Mardi Gras Council and the German Canadian Club of Pickering. K.G. Old Severin, will be held on Nov. 30th at the Pickering Recreation Centre on Valley Farm Rd. in Picker- ing. This dance celebrates the beginning of Mardi Gras season. Prior to the evening dance the Mardi Gras revellers kidnapped the current Town of Pickering mayor and coun- cillors and now are "ruling" in their stead. Come out and join in the fun at the City Hall at 5 p.m. and at the dance at the Recreation Centre at 7 p.m. Great Ger- man food wll be available all evening catered by the Austrian Deli, and music for singing and dancing will be provided by Guenter Sanders Band. Tickets for the dance are $10 each in advance and $12 at the door, and are available from the Austrian Deli. Bay Ridges Plaza: Rouge Hill Bakery, 5532 Lawrence Ave. E.: Delicatessen Centre, '.Morningside Mall: Pickering Licence Bureau, 1400 Bavlv St., Unit 4B, 831-3525 or 839-5853. OLUB 55 Pickering residents who are 55 years and up are now eligible for big swings on all full and day annual member- ships at the Pickering Recreation Complex. A complimentary South Pickering Seniors Club 753 membership is included with each Club 55 purchase. The Activity Centre is located at 910 Liverpool Rd. Drop in or call Mrs. Paula O'Connor at 4294iR)5 Come out and join us for special events and activities, especially for Club 55 members. For more information see one of the reception staff at the Pickering Recreation Compiex. SENIORS ACTIVITIES Seniors in Pickering, the Village and Ajax have lots to do. The Pickering and Village Seniors Club is located on Linton Ave. beside the Village Arena in Pickering Village. They hold monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of each month from 2 p.m. If you are 55 years old and over you are eligible to join for an annual $3 fee. The dub has an active craft group with quilting, sewing, knitting, painting on cloth and embroidery being just some of the crafts. Other ac- tivities include bridge. euchre. darts, pool social events, lasses, asses, bingo and various day and overnight bus trips. If you would like more information call 683-8450 Mon- day oo-day and Tuesday afternoons. The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club is located at the St. An- drew's Community Centre, 456 Exeter Rd. in Ajax_ The drub is also open to those 55 years and over. Activities include arts and crafts. social events, carpet bowling, bridge, euchre. whist, shuffle board, darts, exercise classes. line dancing. square dancing and day and overnight trips. Phone at 686-1573 for more information. TUESDAY MORNING LADIES CLUB Ladies 1s and over are invited to the Tuesday Morning Ladies Club held from 9 to 11 a.m., every Tuesday from September to May, at the Church of the tatter Day Saints, south of Hwy. Z east of Church St. in the Vdlage. Activities include exercise lass, volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, crafts, coffee time. social activities. The cosi is $1 per visit and $2 for child supervision. To find out more call Mardi Metas 6686674 or Shannon Buchan at 427-6657. TOPS TOPS stands for —fake off Pounds Sensibly' This group meets every Thursday at the Village Retirement Centre, 1955 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickenng. Call 4Ti-9619 if you would like to find out more. CALLING MUSICIANS Tuba. clarinet or trombone players are needed for The Pickering Concert Band, a non-profit community band that rehearses every Tuesday night from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the East Shore Coaummity Centre. Call 831-2753 if you are in- terested. OVEREATERS A.NONYMOU'S This group meets every Wednesday to help those who are having problems with their weight. The Wednesday's meeting is in the upstairs chair roan of the Pickering Village United Chunrh, 300 Church St. N. in Pickering Village. Step study runs from 7 to 8 p.m. The general meeting is from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Enter the meeting by the nor- theast door. For more information call Caren at 831-2570 or Lily at 683-6479. ENGLISH English as a second language is being offered in the even- ing at Dennis O'Connor Separate School on Monday & Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. To register call 576-6150, ext. 214 or 215. HOCKEY PLAYERS NEEDED A non -contact men's hockey league needs players for Saturday afternoon games at the Art Thompson Arena. If you are intersted call Bill at 427-9538. ICE SKATING Parents and Tot Skating has already started at the Pickering Village Arena. Timex scheduled are Tuesdays from 2 - 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 - 11 a.m. At the Ajax Community it is Mondays from 10 - 11 a.m., Wednesdays from 2 - 3 p.m. and Fridays from 10 - 11 a.m. At the Ajax Arena skating begins on Oct. 7th. The good news is that at both locations for the Parents and Tot Skating, admission is Free! SANTA CLAUS PARADE The Ajax Santa Parade will take place on Nov. 30th. This notice is for those who wish to take part in the event. If you would like to be in the parade call Dick Wright for more ii - formation. CHRISTMAS CRAFT OPEN HOUSE The Children's Wish Foundation will benefit from a Christmas Craft Open House being held at 1061 Longbow Dr., Pickering on Sat. Nov. 30th and Sun. Dec. 1st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature an 'old-tyme' collection of handcrafted gifts including jewellery, decorative floral crafts, folk art and supplies, sweaters, knitted toys and sweatshirt, soft toys, cookies, chocolates, pinecone Christmas trees, Barbie - GI Joe Tents, gurnball machine. and lots more. Participating craft vendors will donate prizes for a raffle which will be held on each day. All proceeds from the raffle till go to the Children's Wish Foundation of Pickering. ARTS FOR YOUNGSTERS AND TEENS The Ajax Recreation Department has a great line up of arts and craft programs for 6 to 14 year olds. On Dec. 4th for two weeks for the 6 to 10 year olds is "Nut- cracker Sweets". Celebrate Christmas early - you will learn to make delicious Christmas goodies that you can try at home with Mom and Dad. On Dec. 7 for one week for the 6 to 8 year olds, learn how to build and decorate a delicious one -of -a -kind gingerbread house. Starting on Jan. 11th for five weeks "Be a Star!'". Self ex- pression and creativity are developed by participating in story telling, role playing, theatre games and rhythm exer- cises. This is for the 6 to 9 year olds. Creative Expressing will run on Jan. 11th for ten weeks for the 8 to 12 year olds. Creative Expression is a drama program that allows for further development of imagina- tion, creativity and self experession. Participate in role playing, characterization, movement, voice awareness and many more creative activities. Arts Adventure is a program that introduces various art mediums and helps develop skills and imagination which encourages individualistic freedom of expression_ It is for the 10 to 14 year olds and runs for ten weeks beginning Jan. 11th. For all these programs and many more, pick up an Ajax Parks and Rec. News book or call the Rec. Department for registraiton information. PICKERING AND VILLAGE SENIORS The club is located at 29 Linton Ave., beside the Village Arena. Monthly meetings are held on the second Wednes- day of each month starting at 2 p.m. Activities are open to citizens 55 years and over. with a membership fee of $3 per year. The club has a very active craft group, with quilting, sewing, knitting, painting on cloth, embroidery. etc. The program includes bridge. euchre. darts. pod. social events, exercise classes. bingo, day and overnight bus trips. For more information call 683-8650 Monday and Tuesday after- nors or 8:132349. READING HELP One out of five adults in the Durham Region needs help with reading and writing. Reading a menu or a form for a cab. writing cheques or paying bills is very hard for some People. "Read Hot Line" - 1-800-363 a im - is the number to call if you would like help. You can choose a program that suets you: one-to-one. small groups. lasses, day or evening. Or if you would like to become a volunteer, there are programs to train those too. CaN the above number for more information. BALLROOM DANCE CLUB U you like dancing corse and join the Durham Ballroom Dance Club where you will have fun, meet new friends and practice your dance steps to strict tempo music. Club members meeting on Thursdays at 8:30 to 10: 30 p.m. at the Lincoln Avenue Public School. The fee is $12.50 per person per year, this includes admittance. For morn information call Maureen Cooper at 427-7742. HEARING EAR DOGS OF CANADA Bearing Far Dogs are dog guides similar to the dogs for the blind and as such are to receive the same privileges. They wear a special orange lead and collar to identify them on the street. Hearing Ear Dog owners carry an identifica- tion card and all expenses pertaining to the dog are tax deductible. Hearing Ear Dogs are trained to alert the bear- ing impaired to sounhds of everyday life, such as smoke detectors, fire alarms. door bells, alarm locks, telephones, baby cries, and much more. Having a trained Hearing Ear Dog allows hearing im- paired Canadians to lead an independent life. The Hearing Ear Dog is given to the hearing impaired person free. Four thousand dollars will provide a hearing impaired applicant the entire service of obtaining a Hearing Ear Dog. If you are interested in finding out more please contact ..Hearing Ear Dogs of Canada", P.O.Box 907, Oakville, On- tario, LSJ 5E8. THE ANIMAL RESCUE MISSION Recently the Animal Rescue Mission had a display at the Pickering Town Centre. These people are devoted to animals and their mission is to save all unwanted pets and rescue animals in distress. It is run by full and part time volunteers and is entering its 21st year of operation. One of the fine programs that you can take part in is to become a `foster parent". While the mission is looking for a permanent home for the pet, you provide a monthly dona- tion to take care of its food, etc. You will receive a recent colour photograph of your foster pet - 50t a day ($15 per month) is all it costs. If you are interested and would like more information write to: The animal Rescue Mission, 2793 Danforth Ave., Toronto, Ontario M4C 1L9. The monthly newspaper is automatically sent to all pet foster parents. AJ&X PHILATELIC SOCIETY The "Stamp Club" meets on the first and third Mondays of the month from September to June from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Parish Hall, St. Bernadette's Church in Ajax. Activities at the meetings include "swap do sell" nights, table auctions and presentations on various topics to do with stamps. Cost is $6 for adults. Juniors aged 10 to 16 are welcome to join at no charge. Call Shanie Mangulins at 4651291 in the evenings only. FREE FROM FEAR FOUNDATION The Free From Fear Foundation meets the first and third Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1400 Bayly St., Pickering. This non-profit organization is dedicated to help- ing those suffering from anxiety disorders and phobias and offers information, educational materials, guest speakers and support groups. For details call 831-3877. wo Rene Soetens, M.P. The Environmental Partners Fund is a program that en- courages Canadians to get personally involved in activities that protect, enhance, and restore their environment. Applications can be submitted to the regional program of- fice listed below. Your application should describe your proposed activity, your partners and the nature of their in- volvement, and outline the technical and financial aspects ,of the project. Approved projects qualify to receive up to 50 per cent of the project's total eligible costs, to a maximum federal contribution of $200,000 over a consecutive three- year period. Any non-governmental and non-profit group is eligible. To date, financial assistance has been provided to chambers of commerce, environmental organizations, religious, senior and youth groups, and professional organizations. Supporting partners may provide financial and voluntary contributions. They may also provide promo- tional support. tools and equipment, volunteer labour, and technical expertise. All financial contributions, large and small, are important and are considered when assessing your project. The bents that result from your project will have a positive effect on the whole community. Partnerships bet- ween project groups and individuals, government, in- dustry. and business can be seen as a measure of communi- ty commitment to the environment. The Partners Fund challenges applicants to choose new projects that have a direct impact on the envuvament - in particular, projects that initiate recycling and composting activities, conserve our water and energy resources, develop efficient methods for collecting hazardous household wastes, and provide Wadership in restoring fish and wildlife habitats. For more information, contact my constituency office at 6x6-0432, or the regional program office: Flrviroammtal Partners Fund. Environment Canada, 25 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 301, Toronto, Ontario M4T mm (416) 973.1070 I'd like to tum. you of the Open Forum Constitutional Meeting in your area, at Rouge Ihll Library, 'Furs. Nov. 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. $4980 Multilingual Grant The Pickering Public panhded beyond the board's Library has received a financial ability to act Ministry of Culture and quately serve than. Communications grant of "We ace very ;*eased $4,980 to purchase that the Central Library materials in languages rind ilinguual collection other than English and stimulated so much use,•, French for the Central said Chairman Gwen library. Mowbray. "The grant Since the Central Library funds will be used to w Opened in 1; 16 1990, use crease holdings in key of multi-linguual collections llanguages where demand has risen dramatically. far outstrips the modest The grant• which requires collections we already a matching sum from the 0wr .. board, will alkviate some of the pressures on the The board plans to use library's tight collections the money to enlarge its budget and increase the collections for both adults Library's usefulness to sec- and children in Punjabi, tors of the community Gujarati, Spanish, Arabic, which have recently ex- Chinese, Hind and Urdu. Christmas Craft For Adults Join Bonnie Lawes at the Central Library on Dec. 5th from 7 to 9 p.m. to learn how to make a stuffed wreath. These wreaths can hang on your door or imide the house. The pre -stitched tubes are assembled in class. Cost of the class is $18 which includes all materials. Phone 931-7809 to register. Christmas Open House On Sat. Nov. 30th at 3 McDonald fingers". p.m. visit the Pickering Light refreshments will Central Library to see the be served in the auditorium Christmas tree and enjoy following the carolling. All the music of the "Jean are welcome. Did you know one in five Canadians suffers from breathing disorders and lung disease? Lean more about the health of your lungs on the Lungmobde, a travelling van offering free lung function testing and educational materials. 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