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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPP1995_01_25eainAll • Computers • Software • Calculators a Video games Member of one of Canada's largest chain of computer stores PICKERING TOWN CENTRE 1355 Kingston Road (905) 420-9707 Blaisdale Montessori School Est. 1969 Our 25th. Year For children 18 mths. b up 415 Toynevale Rd. Pickering (905) 509-5005 It Payk, To Advertise 40s per copy Published by Watson Publishing Company Ltd. Every Wednesday Second Class Mail Registration No. 1615 $15 per yr. by mail MASSAGE MASSAGE MASSAGE 431-1367 320 Painted Post Drive 2nd.Floor, Suite C OPEN 7 DAYS l oi. ,itt No. i Pickerrnr. l lnlano Ned..tantim '_i, 1414; PICKERING Apo-st He- ire some citizens using exercise facilities at behind the staff at the main counter I' . the Pickering Recreation Complex. This facility is interested in using this equipment ask the -,r not easily seen with a quick glance from the details. It's another part of our magnificent central area as you enter the complex, but it is just recreation complex. (Photo - Bob Watson) Durham Board Of Education Highlights Vert Rand Perftrlws Mark '.Magee. Program Facilitator Arts, was present to introduce Pickering Music Head Jack Marinette and members of the Pickering High School Steel Band The group is made up of 6 students from the grade 10 music class. Among the several selections the stWeriLs performed for trusters was a medley of Christmas carols and "in the Mood The board thanked the hand members for bringing such wonderful sounds to the new boardroom and congratulated them on their level of expertise after having played together for such a short period of time Agreement with C.t'.P.E. IlAwal 218 Ratified The board's tentative agreement with C.C.P.E. Local 218 Educational Assistants was ratified Nov. 29, by members of the bargaining unit and Dec. 12. by the board. The renewal agreement has a 31 month term. expiring Mar. 31. 19%. It calls for no wage increases or benefit improvements for the duration of the agreement. Concerns addressed by the agreement were contractual language changes, clarification of clauses and streamlining of procedures The agreement. which covers about 400 full time and part time Educational Assistants. will result in no increased cost to the board Elementary Vice Principal Short List Penni Barker -Adams. teacher. Lakeside P S.. Brigitte Bassie, teacher. Queen Elizabeth P.S.• Heather Britton. E.S.I. Oshawa East Team. Nancy Bmw•ne, teacher. Ormiston P -S_ Cathv Coon -Brooks. Facilitator. Whitby Team. Simon Faulkner. teacher. Lakeside P.S.- Mary Lou Gaudet. Facilitator. Pickering Team. Paul Grice, teacher. E.B. Phin P.S.. Bonnie Larson -Knight, Facilitator, Core French. Sharon Lewis. teacher. Grandview P.S.. Jacqueline Steer. Facilitator. Ajax Team. David Sutherland. Facilitator. Whitby Team. Elementary Principal Short List Enid Baird. Vice principal. Dr. R. Thornton P.S.. Herman Belmonte. Ronald Martino and Son Funeral Directors iFormpriv of West Hill) Brock Road Chapel 1057 Brock Road liiist south of 401, Pickering Family owned and operated. !41(i) 08t, -=5R9 Vice Principal. Sir John A. Macdonald P.S . Steve Ha jdu. Vice principal.Maple Ridge P S.. Jack Houghton. Vice Principal. Athabasca P.S.. Barb Jones. Vice Principal, Roland Michener P S.. Monica Krawetz. Vice principal. Vaughan Willard P.S.. Glenda Leedie, York University. Bill Littlefair. Vice Principal. Cartwright Central P.S.. A) Sawtell. Vice Principal. Ormiston P.S.. Cloyce Weaver, Vice Principal. Cadarackque P.S.. Trudy Worsley, Vice principal. Valley Farm P.S. Secondarc Vice Principal Short List Beverly Elaschuk. teacher. Sinclair S.S.. Shirley Smith. teacher. Dr. F J Donevan C.I. Secondary Principal Short List Angie Littlefield. Vice Principal. Pine Ridge S.S.. Sally Mcllveen. Administrative Officer. Office of the Director. Michole Shea, Vice Principal, Eastdale C. V.I. Trustee Named to S(K•ial Development Council Pickering trustee Susan Kular was appninted by the board to sit on the Social Development Council for Ajax -Pickering. She will replace former Pickering trustee Iain McCully in this capacity. Upcoming Annivercary of Canadian Flat; Noted It was noted that Feb. M. 1995 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Canadian flag. Durham Board schools are encouraged to plan celebrations to mark the occasion. Appointments to Short Lists Approved Congratulations are extended to the following staff who were appointed to promotional short lists: Volunteers Needed Kinark Child and Family Services requires volunteers to assist with of- fice work and provide supervision to children on an "as needed" basis. The location is 1916 Dun- das St. E., Whitby. For more information call l9tra i 4:3:14KI86 ext. 17. This space could be yours for just $22.00 per week Serving the Community for 28 Years! Plan To Beautify Hwy.2, As the province has transferred that part of Hwy. 2 which passes through Pickering to the Region of Durham resulting in all construction and maintenance operations becoming the responsibility to Durham. Councillor Senis seconded by Councillor Brenner moved a resolution to start a "redevelopment beautification" program. They urged a site plan mmittee to include all ',irure applications fronting rn 11wy.2 in Pickering with enhanced tree and flower planting with uniform ,irlewalk-s to be consistent with the Town Centre. The resolution also suggested a meeting be held with existing businesses to contribute to enhancing their frontage on Hwy.2. Pickering Hvdrn would he asked for improved and uniform standard of replacement lighting. The motion also suggested that a committee of 8 members be struck as a ,judges panel to include residents. staff. local business owners and councillors. The committee would hold a "re - beautification" contest for a conceptual vision of how• the main street should appear with the winner receiving a monetary honourarium. The winner would be announced by June 1st, 19%. It was suggested that the contest be launched by Mav Durham Residents Convicted Of Careless Hunting Bowmar Alle Justice of the Peace Owen Lent seta a strong message to hunters after sentencing a Dtwham Region resident charged :,rr careless hunting under i mtario's Game and Fish Act. Justice Lent also issued a warrant for the ar- rest of another individual in the same case after he failed to appear in court. Wally Seto, age 45 of Bowmanville. and Kenneth Howard. 27 of Oshawa were charged on October 8, 1994 while pheasant hunting in the Town of Clarington. On that day, two Ministry of Natural Resources Con- servation Officers were engaged in checking small game hunters during the open season for pheasant. As the two officers ap- proached a hunting party, a pheasant flushed up- wards into the air and two members of the party fired at the bird. A total of three shots were fired from shotguns. As a result of the shooting, both officers suffered firearm wounds to their hand and leg areas. The of- ficers, who were in full uniform and wore blaze orange vests and hats for increased visibility, have fully recovered from the accident. The offence of careless hunting is one of the most serious offenses under the Game and Fish Act, pro- viding for a maximum fine of up to $25,000 and or im- prisonment for up to one year. On Dec. S, both men pleaded guilty to the charges after hearing the Crown evidence as ptrsented by Senior Pro- vincial Prosecutor. Steve McGuire. On Jan. 9, after hearing submissions from Mr. McGuire as to penalty in relation to the careless hunting cases. Justice Lent sentenced Mr. Seto to the following penalty: 1.Monetary ',.Ie of $500.00. 2.Provincial hunting licence suspension for a period of two years. 3. Mandatory hunter safe- ty retraining and re- examination prior to at- tempting to obtain a new provincial hunting licence. 4.Court prohibition and order not to possess a Federal Firearms Acquisi- tion Certificate for a period of two years. S.Ordered not to possess any firearms, replicas or ammunition for a period of two years. 6.Probation for a period of two years. 7.Incarceration for a period of 14 days. Hunters are reminded that the offence of careless hunting is a very serious one. Every hunter should always be 100% certain of a safe shot prior to actually squeezing the trigger. In this case the cast was a severe penalty handed out by the court. In another case the cost may be even more severe. By 3 p.m. on Jan. 9, Mr. Howard turned himself in and subsequently received the same penalty as Mr. Seto. DENTAL OFFICE Dr.K. Fenwick Dr.R.Hotiman Dr.S.Sekhon DrA. Wasserman Denture Therapist - Harry Orfanidis • MORNINGSIDE MALL SUITE 348 Evening 6 Saturday appointments available 282.1175 1'a,c ' THE \I:A%S {COST 11ed..lanuaty 'r;. VIII.) Opinion a page for expression for you and us Privatize The Post Office M Roh Watson fine of the ways the federal government could save some losses is to privatize our post office. Years aeo we worked in the railway mail service as a summer job while at university. The senior mail clerk we newcomers worked with knew everything about postal service. He had to pass tests to keep his job and that meant studying and practicing at home. But he could tell you exactly how each letter got to its destination - no postal emplovee seems to know that toxday. Then one vear we got a contract to deliver mail each day to 350 postal boxes in Agincourt. We sorted the mail into order from 6 to 8 a.m and delivered all the mail by 10 a.m. We were on a private postal contract - we were not an emplo►vvee. in our opinion if the current post office continuer: its slow delivery of mail in !Metro Toronto mail will be delivered by other means. A little while ago the experts at Ottawa closed the sortation of mail in Scarborough for the eastern part of Metro Toronto and Regions. and transferred fivers sortation to the Milner Ave. plant in Scarborough. When mail was sorted at the Milner Ave sortation plant. mail was delivered in 24 hours Now that Scarborough and region mail goes to !Mississauga where the plant is overloaded. our mail takes 3 to 6 days to arrive at it_c destination So let's turn the postal service to private enterprise which will he working for efficiency and profits Then we'll all get n ur mail on time without tisine a courier service. Wants Post Cards From You Dear Editor. All the students of Nlorfee Elementary Schad in )Macken- zie. B C. are presently studying Canada We are involved in ntmlerotts activities to give us a better understanding of this great nation of ours. As part of our st udy we are asking individuals across Canada to send us a post card from their locale. Our address is: Morfee Elementary School. P.O. Box 1150. Mackenzie. B.C. VOJ _X'O. We look forward to hearing from all parts of Canada. Thank you for your help' Yotm sincerely. tilorfev Sc•bxxA Students Anyone Go To West Pictou H.S.? To the Editor: With the closing of school in June. 19%. West Pictou District Huth School, Lvon's Brook. Pictou County, lova Scotia. will have cornpleted'15 vear. of educ•atiomal service to the area During this penod of time. over :tSIM► students have graduated from the school .As well. many other students have .pent some of their junior and or senior high school vear here Celebrations are being planned for Julv 13 to 16. 1995. inclusive The following events are in the planning stages: a staff reunion for all former and present teaching staff. a get acquainted party, a homecoming dance and an ecumenical church service followed by a family picnic It is hoped that all activities can take place at West Pictou District High .School The West Pictou Thirty -Fifth Anniversary Committee would like to honour past students who have attained a level of recognition in their chosen field of endeavour The committee would appreciate hearing from an'o ne who knows some former student, he or she feels has done well in an certain field if you have a suggestion. please contact Mr Wayne NlacGillivray. Principal of West Pictou District High School. Lyon's Brook. R.R.2 Pictou, lova Scotia. BOK 1H0 All former and present staff members and students are invited to come and celebrate the Thirty -Fifth Anniversary of West Pictou District High School.W'e encourage any of your readers who are; former students to spread the word to classmates. Please plan to he with us on the third week -end in Julv. 199:5. TheThirty-Fifth Anniversary Committee. Chairman Dorothy A Macintosh R.R 2. Pictou. K.S. BOK 1 Ho newsi O Published every Wednesday by Watson Publishing Company Limited, Est. 1950 Office b Address: 150 Milner Ave. Unit 35. Scarborough, Ont. MIS 3R3. Telephone 291.2583 Publisher 3 General Manager • Bob Watson Office Manager • Irene Watson ADVERTISING - IrsIne Watson, Bertha Kronenberg, EDITORIAL - Audrey Purkiss, Diane Matheson, Bill Watt SUBSCRIPTIONS $15 per year - 404 a copy. DAVID SOMERVILLE It federal Finance Minister Paul Martin is seriously consid- ering a tax hike in February's budget, he desperately needs a ,reality check. He could get that by reading a recent report on taxes put out by the Fraser Institute, a highly re- spected economic think lank The report notes that the av- erage Canadian lamily's tax bill has soared by almost 1,200 per- cent since 1961. That's almost three tirrws the rate of inflation. What's more, the report shows that taxes now eat up a mind boggling 45 percent of a tansy's wx mme. That's up by one third since 1961. Irs not just families that are go" hamrrored with higher taxes. however. A federal gov- emment report indicates that total taxes paid by Canadian cor- pora*=in 1993 was thesquiva- lent of two thirds of Moir profits before taxes. To mtalke matters worse. the new US Congress intends to cut tax ralsswithin sot months, which wit put Canada in an even less cog! lit iw position M fight of all this, it is difficult to sae how Martin can possibly justly increasing an already on- erous tax burden Trying to Ns- tify it by saying that Aghw taxes wit help b reduce the ledwal deficit just won't wash. Don't Raise Taxes — Cut Spending First of all, higher taxes often result in government taking in loss revenue not more. That's especially true when higher mar- ginal income tax ralwafe raised. Rather than pay how taxes people will simply work lass. avoid or evade taxes. Finance Minister Martin film sell admitted pubkly Moat be- cause of high taxes, huitdreds of thousands of Canadians tak- ing part in the underground economy had -withdrawn Muir consent to be govemed'. Some experts say this has cost the federal government at least $6 billion in lost revenue and it taxes rise, so will the revenue loss. Even if higher taxes were to generate more revenue la Bro government, however, it wouldn't rwoesswily mean tfiat the defied would fall. Succes- sive governments have denon- stateddeary that theyare gone capable of squanderng tax dol- lars as fast as they get them. That's why the only effective way of reducing the deficit is for the govwnrrwnt to cut its spend- In theca ning budget. Fina ce Mawair Martin must cut spend - Ing deeply. not raise taxes. (Dowd Somwwise a AwmAiint of T)» N.aornd Gezemns' Coelieon. ) Queen's Park Report Anne Swarbrick, M.P.P. Scarborough West Applauds Long Term Care Anne Swarbrick, MPP Scarborough West, is delighted with the announcement made by Health Minister Ruth Grier regarding funding to the South West Scarborough Multi -Service Agency Planning Consortium. Health Minister Grier announced that a grant of $25.000 will be given to the consortium for planning of a Multi - Service Agency (MSA) in their area. Another 14 consortia of Long Term Care service agencies, consumers and volunteers in Metro will also be receiving grants of $25,000 to ,plan MSAs. "This is an important first step in the march toward equitable, accountable, and co-ordinated long-term health care for our seniors and people with disabilities." said Ms. Swarbrick. "I'm confident that our government's long- term care reform will allow consumers to live independent- ly in their own homes and communities for as long as possi- ble. - A planning guide to assist the consortium is being developed by the Ministry of Health and the District Health Council. Ms. Grier has encouraged active participation in the con- sortium by board members from long-term care communi- ty agencies, with balanced representation from both health and social services sectors. "Their participation will help to ensure the continuity of board expertise and traditions in planning an MSA and its new board." said Ms. Grier. The Consortium will be electing its own board. A preliminary activity will be a detailed service and functions inventory, identifying gaps in services, and consideration of how the full range of services and functions will be in- tegrated. Metro Council News from Ken Morrish COUnci7or Scarborough Highland Creek --------------------- Bankruptcy & Other Solutions Community Consultative Meetings "The modem Police Service uiresrt h h " Edo aril C. White. C %. l'iP Reali w. Realler i Rurn. Inc. If vru are in a difficult financial situation and find it impnrcMW to pay off your debNs or satisfv your creditors. vnu may want to consider filirw for pe-rsonal bankruptcy.Bankrupicv is a legal process which discharges you from permanently all or most of your debts Over the years. thousands of Canadians have been able to get a fresh start under this l-eislation Keep in mini. however. that hankruptev is an action which should he taken only when other credit management solutions will not workThrse solutions include: 1 Debt consolidatKm- A bank, trust company or other financial institution pays off all of our debts with a consolidation loan. You. in return, are respcxLsible for repaving that loan with one manageable monthly payment. 2 independent creditor arrangements: Your creditors agree to work with you in developing a modified repayment schedule that is mutually acceptable 3 Credit counselling: A credit co nohow assesses your situation and suggests a plan of action. He or she can help vow to make a budget and stick with it. If vow find that none of these solutions will work for vou. filing for personal bankruptcy may be your best alternative But make surevow understand all of the facts before making a decision Bankruptcy protects you in a number of ways 1 frees vow immediately and permanently from your debts. Creditors can no longer harass you. seize your property, garnishee your wages or take any other steps to recover their money. On the other hand, when you file for bankruptcy. you must turn your property over to a court -approved trustee. You are permitted to keep a limited amount of personal beloneings. such as household furnishings to a maximum of $2.5m and took used for vour work to a maximum of $2..W, based on a current, realizable value. The trustee sells the remainder of your property and distributes the proceeds to.your creditors. You are then unable to obtain credit or engage in am business activity without first disclosing the fact that you are a bankrupt. in most cases. you can receive a discharge from your bankruptcy after nine months. Your filing. however. remains a matter of public record and will appear on your credit report for seven years. This could work against you in obtaining credit or certain types of employment in the future. I Keep in mind that if vow have a bad credit record or I eq pa eters Ip vett t community and we must he able to work together to create and faster a positive change." states Chief William McCormack in presenting the Police Forces vision for the future Officers in number Four District have begun holding community consultative meetings to address issues that effect its citizen. To remain effective and to ensure continued public support of the programs and methods, we must address community needs and expectations The Police recognize that tin• public must he aware of what we are doing. w•h.y we are doing it and what the law states regarding the issues Scarborough is a vibrant and dynamic but complex city. presenting manv challenges to our Police Force one of the most challenging problems is combating citizens fear and perception of crime in our City All citizens of Scarhorough. and especially the residents in ds (ho the South West portion )Ware. Two. and Four). are invited to attend our next Community Consultative meeting on Jan :tech. The guests and issues will include a member of the Police Services Board )Board Policies I. a Deputy (Town Attorney t Our Judicial System). a Deputy Chief (Police Complaints procedures). a Traffic Staff Inspector I Parking Complaints and Problems). and officers from the Street Crime and Crime Prevention units Each guest will give an overview on their subject matter and will he available for a question and answer session. The next meeting will he held on Thum. ,tan. 26th at 7 p.m. at W A. Porter Collegiate. 40 Fairfax Cr. Scarborough. overextended credit now. these factors are already working against vow. ) If you do decide to file for bankruptcy, speak with a trustee who can review vour financial position and offer you good information or advice. A trustee can also assist you with the filing process - explaining the specifics of the Bankruptcy and Insolvenev Act, completing the various forms required. and submitting your filing to the proper authorities. 1"* in the Yellow Pages under 'Bankruptev' to find the names of trustees in vour area. if you are having trouble handling your finances. remember that you are not alone. The best way to deal with credit problems is toadmit them and get help Give A Gift That Lasts A11 Year! A year's subscription to one of these newspapers SCARBOROUGH A INCOURT WEST HILL news news news CHECK THE NORTH rORmc EAST END I K RIO �� ne� S 1iRenewal ONE YOU WANT New Send $15 plus 1.05 GST (Total 16.05) cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 MllnerAve., Unit 35Scarborough, Ont.M1SM3 Name Address — ---- -- --- — L------ ---—+.�—�-------------------ori---rasa sr Wed. January �., 1995 TIIE NEWS POST Page a Chinese New Year Festival - The Year Of The Golden Boar Celebration In Markham Chinese New Year is the most important event in the Chinese culture. It is widely celebrated among ethnic Chinese around the world. Within a multicultural framework in Canada, the celebration of Chinese New Year Canada has become more signficant in recent years. As the Chinese Canadian community grows, the event gets bigger and it provides new immigrants a feeling of festivity and in- crease their belonging in Canada's multicultural social fabric during their initial settlement stage in Canada. The Chinese New Year Festival is from Jan. 27 to Feb. 5th from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily at the North America ( Canada ) Studio in Markham. It is felt that the increased understan- ding of the Chinese culture will enhance inter -ethnic groups understanding and thus improve racial har- mony. This will result in a bonding process and develop a more unified community of diverse cultures. This is the Year of the Golden Boar Celebration and this festival at the North America Studio is the largest event of its kind in North America. The Chinese calendar is represented by 12 animals and 1995 is the Year of the Boar. The North America Studio would like to invite children to create a life- sized Boar (up to three feet long) for display and to participate in the Festival's Grand Opening parade. This project will provide participating teams of children to use their creative talent in a con- structive project. Winning teams will receive prizes to be awarded during the Festival's closing ceremony and every team will receive a certificate of participation. Crayola corporation is providing First. Second At thp err, (,rough Historical Museum in December MarD • ,• the McGowan loghouse making ginger hr� {,. ar - Watson) New O'Keefe Centre General Manager Councillor Anne Johnston. Chairman of the O'Keefe Centre Board of Management, has an- nounced that Elizabeth Bradley has been confirm- ed as General Manager of the O'Keefe Centre, by the newlycotsstituted Board of Management. Elizabeth Bradley is the first woman to head the Metro -owned, internationally -recognized 3,220 seat theatre, and the manager designated to oversee the expected renovation which would make the Centre the per- manent performance home of the Canadian Opera Company, The National Ballet of Canada, and O'Keefe's in-house presen- ting division. In announcing the ap- pointment, Councillor Anne Johnston said, "Elizabeth Bradley brings with her an enormous amount of creative expertise and management savvy in the arts. As General Manager, Bradley will continue to be responsible for programm- ing attractions in the hall. We are delighted to con- firm her leadership at this significant point in the Cen- tre's history." Bradley has served as Acting General Manager of the O'Keefe Centre since the departure of Martin Onrot in July, 1994. Prior to that date, she was Manager, Programming Development, appointed in 199E Under her aegis, as a programmer, the O'Keefe Centre has enjoyed singular success with such innovative presentations as La La La Human Steps. Twyla Tharp and Mikhail Barvshnikov, Stephen Wright, and White Oak Dance Project. Other noteworthy engagements include Leonard Cotters, Jose Car- reras, In the Land of the Spirits, Sankai Juku, and family favourites, Sharon. Lois and Bram, to name tot a few. Bradley's 20 year career in the performing arts in- cludes a period as an in- dependent commercial producer, presenting B -Movie. The Play. Dames At Sea. The FantasticiLs and the U.S. touring and Broadway productions of Stratford's The Mikado and H.M.S. Pinafore. Her wide-ranging theatre experience includes senior managerial positions at Canadian Stage Company, the Stratford Festival and Theatre Plus. Bradley also founded Toronto Tickets, the half-price, day of sale, ticket booth at the Eaton Centre. Caring For Aging Relatives This February. the Scarborough Health Department presents "Caring For Aging Relatives". This popular and informal discussion group is for anyone in need of support, information and education about caring for an aging individual. Sessions cover such topics as understanding the physical and emotional changes of aging, improving communication skills, examining safety and medication concerns. caregiver stress, information about community resources and housing options. The program begins Feb. 8 and runs for eight consecutive Wednesday evenings. There is a $5 cost for the program. Due to demand, registration is required (other sessions are arranged according to need). Call 396-4228 for more information and to register before Feb. 8. Scarborough Animal Centre Humane Education Program The Scarborough Animal educational program. The Centre is sponsoring a centre easily accom- Humane Education Pro- modates tour sizes of 30 to gram to teach responsible 35 children. pet care and ownership. The program is available School groups, Beavers, through the week - morn - Brownies, etc. are en- Ings, afternoons and even- couraged to call Clive or ings. Phone 396 -PETS to Gail to arrange for this free arrange your tour. and Third winning teams with products equivalent to $150., $100., and $50 respec- tively. North America (Canada, Studio is the first of its kind in North America. It com- bines the concept of a pro- duction studio and Chinese decor under one roof. The studio decorated in historical Chinese themes and settings, act as a cultural centre portraying the life of the ancient past. In Toronto, North America Studio is well known in organizing the Chinese New Year Festival. In January of IW , the studio was transformed in- to a Chinese market place for the celebration of Chinese New Year Festival. There were more than 100 display booths and merchants exhibited their products and have suc- cessfully attracted aver sk1,000 attendants each year. In keeping with the cor-Trrratinn's mandate of cultural promotion, not on- invited but also other ly were ('hinese merchants ethnic groups as well. THE SALVATION ARMY FRIENDSHIP ROOM Drop in Centre for street people "HELP US HELP OTHERS" (416)489-0094 MENTORS The Centre for Achievement needs volunteers to act as MENTORS for high school students, as part of a Stay In School program. For a rewarding opportunity, please call 787-1711, today. Your Investments SHOPPING FOR THE BEST RATES OF RETURN ti hen interest rates are at low levels. many investors are faced with the issue of having to ­nvest their maturing assets at rates far below what they've experienced in the past. With a —ultitude of banks. trust companies. credit unions, financial planners. and insurance companies offering guaranteed investments. it's not surprising that the average investor might be faced with a tittle confusion. For those investors depending on fixed-income investment products for income, like many seniors, the issue is of even greater concern. Obviously. when an investor's livelihood is dependent upon the rate of return received at investments. shopping for the best rales is of paramount inspatance. As in any business, financial institutions are constantly offering special incentives to attract deposit business. For example• one institution might advertise 11461. hgher on all Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs). while another institution might advertise a floating rate GIC with a return which fluctuates with the bank rate. Inevitably, this type of promotion proves to be be effective and investors shop for the best deal each time they have some money maturing. The all too familiar result is that one investor may have a portion of his/her assets at any number of different institutions which ends up creating an administrative headache - What many people fail to realize is that a full service investment dealer can purchase a wide variety of GICs *tiered by the same assortment of financial institutions. The investment dealers act as agents for the deposit based instruments offered by various institutions. So.by opening an account with an investment dealer, an investor could purchase a variety of GICs from any number of different institutions and have one monthly statement. Moreover, the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) 560.000 insurance coverage which applies to deposits at member institutions is still in effect. providing the same coverage as if the investor had physically made deposits at each separate institution. Too often, investment advisors are thought of as strictly stock salespeople. In fact. investment advisors are investment professionals who. with the support of the full service investment dealer they are employed by. provide a wide range of products and services. By opening an account with a full service investment dealer. an investor can develop a personal trusting relationship with an investment advisor whose livelihood will depend upon the satisfaction of the investor. The investment advisor can -shop rates." enabling the investor to always find the best rate of return available without ever having to lift a finger. The next time you find yourself shopping for the best rates on deposit -based investments such as GICs. call a full service investment dealer. Let a professional investment advisor shop rates for you and find the best deal in town. You'II also receive some professional advice on some of the higher yielding alternatives which offer the same. or better guarantees on the safety of your capital. OTHER SUBJECTS COVERED: �taximite your interest iricottte Increase your returns w ith foreign content Intemati<mal Mutual r� Fundy - The hest and the safest Your test r� investments for the next 5 years .Approved Venture Gap!ai 'F,mos qua ty ler ar extra 40% n tax credits and are ehbrbie for RSPB For tunher details pka+e altend a free information .C, sim Sheritm East Nuel. Colurri Rtwim Tue.day, lanuan 24,w lxcdne.day. February I. 1995 Time: 7:30 p.m. lir tii dates Speaker warren Sctmlele C.F P. Inrrsrmenr Err, urive Scoring and Admi-ion h% reg enation only. C;" rlirWic at _4W2(i()7 ® S(:otiaMcLeod pw"M bYap"hili l.{e i Page 1 TIIE NF WS POST Wed. January 25, 1941:; DIARYGO MM WED. JAN. 25 8::M a.m. - 4 p.m. FIRST AID CPR COURSES First Aid CPR training courses are offered ongoing daytime, evenings and weekends at Scarborough Red Cross, 1095 Bellamv Rd. N. Call 438-5243• Monday to Friday, for more details and to register. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. ST. JOHN .AMBULANCE COURSES St. John Ambulance offers first aid• health care and CPR courses at three locations in Metro Toronto seven days a week. For information and registration call 967-4244. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m HEALTH COUNSELLING Seniors coping with diabetes or high blood pressure can attend free counselling and information groups every Wednesday, at Warden -Woods. Community Centre. 74 Fir Valley Court, Scarborough. For details call Bonnie at 694-1138. 12:30 -3:30 p.m. SOCIAL DANCING All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of social dancing every Wednesday at L'Amoreaux Communitv Centre, 2000 McNichol) Rd. Phone 396-451:3. 12:30 - 4 p.m. B.P. & FOOT CARE A footcare and blood pressure clinic for seniors is offered every Wednesday at Warden Woods Community Centre. 74 Fir Vallev Courf, Scarborough. This is a free service•. To book an appointment call 694-1138. 12:30 p.m. PING PONG All seniors over the agge of 55 are invited to enjoy a morn- ing of ping pong every Monday, from 12:45 to 2:45 p.m. and Wedntcsdav from 12:30 to 2:31) p.m. at L'Amoreaux Com- munity Centre. 2000 McNicholl Rd. Phone 396-4513. I - 3.m. NEARLY NEW SHOP A Nearly New Shop is held every Wedrwsdav at Knox United Chinch Christian Centre, 2515 Midland Ave. Agin- court for the sale of good clean used clothing for all ages. and small houseware iten>F electrical appliances- pots & pans, etc.). Thrifty prices' The shop is also open the second Saturday of even month from 9:.'30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1 - 3 p.m. TODA$'S HEADLINES A discussion group for seniors dealing with the issues and ideas behind newspaper stories is held even Wednesday at Dawes Road LibOrary, 416 Dawes lid., bast York. Vor details call 752-0101. 1 - 3 p.m. BINGO) Birkdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo even• Wednesdav at Birkdale Cotiiniumt• Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd.. Scar - b 6:38 pp.hm. DRUG E:DUC:ATiON WORKSHOP Friends or family on drugs? Find out about drugs and what can be done'at Nareonon. Come to the free drag education workshops Wednesdays at 842 Pape Ave. For more information call 465-5096 7:15 - 10-30 P.M. RINGO The Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games sponsors an evening of Bingo even• Wednesdav at 2100 Ellesmere Rd. i :30 p.m AIZHE IAIER SUPPO1RY GROUP The Ajax Pickering Branch of the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at Caregiver Relief Program. 487 Westnev lid. S.. Units 19 & 20. Ajax Westney Rd. S & Clements All caregivers are wrlcvxnr Refrrshments will be sen•ed. THURS. JAN. 26 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CL NIC A permanent Red CYoss blood donor clinic is held every Thtrsdav at Royal Bank Plaza. Merchants Mall Level, 200 Bay St..'Toronto. All donors are welcome. 12 noon NOON IN)UR CONCERT The Toronto Classical Singers will perform a concert of favourite solos, duets and choruses from Gilbert and Sullivan in the Glenn Gould Studio at the Canadian Broad- casting Centre, 250 Front St. W. Admission is free. 12:45 p.m. EUCHRE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of euchre at Stephen Leacock Seniors Cenfrre, 2520 Bir- chmotmt Rd. Phone 1964") 1 - 3 p.m. ('RAFT'S WORKSHOP A crafts workshop is held every Thursday at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 :Mc%icoll Ave., Scarborough. For details call 396-4513. 7 - 9 p.m. GAVEL GI. -A S TO).ASTNLASTFRS Gavel Glass Toastmasters meets even• Thtrsdav in the Don Mills & Lawrence Ave. area. This program is for men and women over 18 vears of age. For further information call Diane at 447-9531 1:15 p.m. BINGO The Lions Club of Agincourt holds a bingo every Thurs- day night at Agincourt Community Centre, :31 Glenwatford Dr., Agincourt. featuring a nighty Jackpot. Come out and enjoy Iltis friendly bingo. All ptvfits go to charity in the Agincourt area. FRI. JAN. 2 9 a.m. - I p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC A permanent Red Cross blood donor clinic is held every Fridav at 55 Bloor St. W., 2nd floor. Toronto. All donors are welcome. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. SNOOKER & BUNIPERPO OL All seniors over the age of 5.5 are invited to en]'oy snooker and bumppeeccpp0000l even- Fridav at L'Amoreaux Community Centre. 2bW-McNicholl Ave. Phone :396-4513. 10 a.m. - 12 noon SOCIAL BALLROOM All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon social ballroom even• Fridav at 1: Amoreaux Com- munis• Centre, 2000 McNicholl Ave. Phone :3964513. 10 - 11.30 a.m. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP A women's book discussion group is held every Fridav at Leaside Public Librarv. 165 McRae Dr., East -York, This group is open to al l women and new members are welcome. 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. SHUFFLEBOIARD All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of shuffleboard even, Fridav at L'Amoreaux Com- munity Centre. 20M McNicholl Ave. Phone :396-4513. 1 - 4 p.m. BINGO The Literacy Council of Durham Region sponsors Friday afternoon bingo games at Bingo Country, 610 Monarch Ave.. Ajax ! south of Bayly St.). Everyone is welcome. 8:15 p.m. EUCHRE Evervone is invited to enjoy an evening of euchre at Zion- Wexfor-d United Church. 210'2 Lawrence Ave. E., Scar- borough The cost for the entire evening is $3 per person and there will be prizes and refreshments. SAT. JAN. 28 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. BEACH BARGAIN BASEMENT Quality used clothing and other goods will be for sale at the Beach Bargain Basement at St. Aidan's Anglican Church. Queen and Silverbirch Sts. the last Saturday of each month. Donations are welcome and may be dropped at the church Mlon. to Sat. from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. SAT. JAN. 28 10::30 a.m. -3 p.m. GIGANTIC BOOK SALE: A book sale of withdrawn material will be held at Bridlew•ood Branch Library , Bridlewood Mail, 2900 Warden Ave. I at Finch Ave. ). It will feature adult, juvenile and other language books, maazines and audio materials at low prices. nnyour own aggs. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. WWI TERS MEET Members of the Forest Hill Writers' Circle meet every Saturdav to discuss their writing in an informal and con- structive manner at Barbara Frum Library, 20 Covington Rd., North York. New writers are welcome to join and br- ing their work inprogress. For details call 395-5440. 7:30 p.m. AN EVENING OF BRASS BAND & CHOIR The Metropolitan Silver Band and Trinity Presbyterian Choir presents an evening of brass band and choir at Trini- ty Presbvterian Church, -2737 Bayview Ave. tat Hwy. 401). Tickets are $10, children 12 and under are free. For tickets call (416) 447-5136. There is plenty of free parking and the building is handicap accessible. 8 m. VIOLIN AWARD CONCERT Daniel Bard, winner of the Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra and Roval Conservatory of Music Award will perform Bruch's 'Violin Concerto No. 1. at Midland Auditorium, 720 Midland Ave.. ScarboroTickets are d $13 for adults. $11 for seniors & students and under 12, accompanied by an adult, are free. Group rates are available. For reservations call 266-5757. SUN. JAN. 29 10:30 a.m. REFERENDUM '95 Daniel Drache of York University will speak on "Referendum '95 - Beyond the Rhetoric" at Don Heights Unitarian Congregation, 4 Antrim Cres. (Kennedy & x% -v. 401). A children's pprogram will be held at the same time. 12 noon - 6 p.m CHEtiS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets the first three Sundays of each month at L'Amoreaux Community Centre. 2000 Mctiicoll Ave. at Kennedy Rd. For details call 493-0019. 21 - 4 p.m. J.A27 CONCERT Jim McHarg's Jazzmen will entertain at the afternoon concert at Scarborough Civic Centre, Central Space. Ad- mission is free and everyone is welcome. MON. JAN. 30 8 - 9:30 a.m. TAI (711 Everyone over the age of 55 is invited to en)'oy Tai Chi even• 'Monday at L'Amoreaux 210 Community C',enNl-e. [1 Mctiicoll Ave.. ScarborouKh. For more details call 3961513. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m WOMEN'` CENTRE The North York Women's Central, 201 Caribou Rdis open � Mondays th� Thursdayys to offer information and referal services o women. Phone 781-0479 or drop in during these hours to find information. to ster for a program. or to talk over something that is troubling you. 11:3(• a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR ( NIC A Red Cross permanent blood donor clinic is held at Manulife. 55 Bioru• St. W'., 2nd Floor. Toronto. All donors are welcome. 12:30 - 3 p.m. BRUX:E: All sensors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of bridge every- Stephen at St�p� Leacock Seniors Centre. 2520 rchmou nt Rd ' Phone 3964040. 2 - 3 p.m. NUTRITiON COUNSEI.I.ING Nutritioncotu�selling services are available to seniors free of charge every !Monday at the Wellness Centre located in the Bernard Betel Centre, 100:3 Steeks Ave. W. Foran ap- Aintment call 225--2112. .m. RECOVERY INC. Reco ery Inc., a community mental healthganization. rnerts wee-klv at St. Stephen s Presbyterian Church, 3817 Lawrence Ave. E.. Scarborough. Vor information call r6 -r d . x Q m. WRITE Ws MEET Scarborough Arts Council Writers' Group meets every Monday at the Jack Goodlad Centre. Call Eugenie Shehinan. 759`3340 or Joyce Greggairs, 294-=% for rnore details. TUES. JAN. 31 11:30 - 3:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR (LINA' The Red Cross Toronto Blood Centre, til College St. is open; every Tuesdayand all blood donors are welcome. 1_:3! - 2:30 p.m. BADMINTON All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of badminton every Tuesday, Thursdav and Friday at L'Amoreaux Commumt• Centre, 2000 Mctiicholl Rd. Phone 3W-4513. 12:45 - 3 p.m. S/IC'IAL & LINE DAN('ING All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy social and line dancing every Iliesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 34040. 1 - :t .m. BINGO Alf seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy, an after- noon ofbinnggo even, Tuesdav at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNichol) Rd. Phone 3964513. 1 - 2:30 p.m. NEARLY NEW SHOW A New To You Shopfeaturing low, prices on good. used clothing and household articles is open every ay at londale Heights United Church, 1157onview Rd., north of Eglinton, west of Kennedy Rd. Parking and entrance at rear of building. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. ALZIIEIMER SUPPORT GROUP The Uxbridge Branch of the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region meets the last Tuesday of every month at Trinity, United Church, 20 First St., Uxbridge. All caregivers are welcome. Refreshments will be served. 5:30 & 1 p.m. CITIZENSHIP CLASSES Classes to prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Hearing will be held Tu&Aays at Cedarbrae District Librarv, 545 Markham Rd. (south of Lawrence Ave.). Classes in English for non-English speakingg pert�ple to pprovide assitance in preparingg for the Cana dian C itizel ip Hearings will be held at for Library Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:30 a. M. 6:30 C'ITI'ZENSHIP CLASSES Classes to prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Hearing will be held Tuesdays at Malvern Community library, 30 Sew•ells Rd (east of Neilson Rd.). Classes in English for rson English speaking people to provide assitance in prepar- ing for the Canadian Citizenship Hearings will be held at Malvern Community Library Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9::30 a.m. i p m. BINGO) The Ladies Auxiliary to Royal Canadian Legion Highland Creek Branch No. 2.58 holds a Bingo every Tuesday, at the Legion Hall, 45 Lawson Road, West Hill. Everyone is welcome. 7 - 11 p.m. C'HE'SS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets on alternate Tuesdays at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2(Kl0 McNicoll Ave. at Kennedy Rd. For details call 49:3-mig. 7 m. INFORMATION NIGHT Metropolitan Separate School Board invites parents to attend an information meeting regardin the early French immersion program at St.gatha (:at lie School 49 Cathedral Bluffs Dr., Scarborough. For more details call 2114213'2 ext. 2540. TUES. JAN. 31 7 - 111 p.m. PL HIAC WORKSHOP The Canadian Small Business Institute offers a public workshop on "How to Start Your Own Import Export - Mail Order Business" at the Holidav Inn Toronto East, 22 Metropolitan Rd. The cost is $25, seniors are free. Register at the door or in advance by calling (416) 512-2009. 7::to p.m. LIVING WITH cANO'ER Living With Cancer• the suppppoort group for the North York East Units of the Canadian Z:aneer Society, meets at 6075 Yonge St.,, north of Finch Ave., 4th floor, on alternate Tues- day evenings. Through informal discussions patients families andfriends can learn how to cope. For details call 266-0646. 8 p.m. THE CANADIAN BRASS The Canadian Brass will entertain in the Glenn Gould Studio at the Canadian Broadcasting Centre 250 Front St. W. Admission is $25per person. For more inf' rmation and reservations call ( 4161 205-5555. WED. FEB. 1 2 - 3:30 p.m. LIVING WITH C'ANC'ER Living With Cancer, the support group for Central Metro District of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 20 Holly St., Suite 101, Toronto on alternate Wednesdays to provide information about nutrition, relaxation, support services and practical guidance. The public is invited io come, talk or listen. For details call 485-0222. 6:30 p.m. BUSiNESS & PROFESSIONAL. WOMEN'S CLUB North Toronto Business & Professional Women's Club is holding its monthly dinner meeting at 3300 Yonge St., State 204. It will featureInternational Candleli ting Ceremony. For reservations call Muriel Ahluwalia at 1905) 712-4442. 7:30 p.m PARENTS -FLAG: Parents, families and friends of lesbians and gays, North Toronto Chapter, meet the first Wednesdav of each month at Glenview Presbyterian Church. 1 Glenview (4 blocks south of Laurence Ave. off Yonge st. ). Everyone is welcome. For details call 322-0600. 8 p. m. COIN CLUB MEETS Scarborough Coin Club meets the first WednesdaX of each month at Ccedarbrook Commtmity Centre, 91 1park Blvd. New members are welcome Interest Rates Curtail December Resales Resale housing activity in Canada's 25 major markets declined for the miouth of December. Preliminary figures just released by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) show 9.955 homes traded hands through the MIS in December compared with 12,621 units a year ago, represen- ting a decrease of 21.2 per cent. This brought major market sales to a total of 198,865 units m 1994 compared to 196,M tants in 19903.--•-•-•-•----•--........--•-••--• .... .......... Anniversaries/Birthdays "TH BIRTHDAYS Two Scarborough residents are celebrating 9oth bir- thdays this week. Beverley Knight of The Wexford, low Lawrence Ave. E. will celebrate his 90th on Wed. Feb. 1st, and Mary Hunter of Glen Everest Rd. will celebrate 90th birthday on Sun. Feb. 5th. A very happy fhrthday and may you each enjoy your specisl day. Got an annhwsary or birthday to celebrate? Call 291-25x3 for inclusion in this cW min - Provincial Constituency Offices 9 am. W 5 p.m. C1lV%STl1n'E.NC'Y 0F1F1C F OPEN The office of the Hon. Alvin Curling, MPP Scarborough North, located at 5200 Finch Ave. E., Unit 114, Scarborough is open Mon- day to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 297-5040. 9 am. to 5 p.m. CONSTIi ,FNCi OFFICE OPEN The offikx of Gerry Phillips, MPP Scarborough -Agincourt, located at 4i102 Sheppard Avc. E., Suite 204, northeast comer of Sheppard and Kennedy, is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For appointment, phone 297-6568. 9 a.m. its 5 Pm, C'ONSTITUENCI OFF]C'E OPEN The otficr of David Warner, MPP Scarborough -Ellesmere, located at 695 Markham Rd., Unit 34, in Cedar Heights Plaza, is open1 Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. (0 12 neem. For appointment, phone 438-1242. 9 a -m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITI'EN('l OFFICE OPEN The oft -we M Anne Swarbrick, MPP Scarborough West, located at 1576 Kingston Rd. is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or by appointment. Phone 698-0967. 9 am. to 1 p m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Dr. Bob Frankford. MPP Scarborough East, located at 4403 Kingston Rd., Unit 6A, just west of Lawrence Ave. E., is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a. m. to I p.m., Friday mor- nings by appointment only. Phone 281-2787. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Steve Owens, MPP Scarborough Centre, located at 3047 Kingston Rd., in Cfiffcrest Plaza, is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Mondays and Wednesdays by appointment only. Phone 261-9525. Federal Constituency Offices MENEW 9 a.m. - 5 P.M. UONSTiT JENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of John Cannis, MP Scarborough Centre, located at 1450 Midland Ave., Suite 211, Scarborough is open Monday to Fri- day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only. Call 752-2358. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. C1()NSTiTVENC1f OFFICE: (WEN The office of Tom Wappel, 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. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. C ONST1T11ENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Derek Lee, MP Scarborough Rouge River, located at 4800 Sheppard Ave. E., Unit 119, Scarborough, is open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 298-4224. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE (WEN The constituency office of Jim Karygiannis, MP Scarborough - Agincourt, located at 3850 Finch Ave. E., Suite 206, is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m. by appoint- ment only, call 321-5454. 9 a.m. • 5 p.m. CONSTITIJENCV OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of David Collenette, MP Don Valley East, located at 1200 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite 300, is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For an appointment call 447-5544. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE (WEN The constituency office of Doug Peters, MP Scarborough East, located at 255 Morningside Ave., Suite 314, is open Tuesday to Fri- day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday by appointment only. Call 287-0037. it New Photo Health Card Coming Health Minister Ruth Grier has introduced On- tario's new photo Health Card as an important step in protecting the health care system from fraud. The card displays On- tario's provincial flower, the trillium, against a green background. It has several security features designed to reduce misuse and deter counterfeiting. The Ministry of Health will start issuing the new cards next month. "People in Ontario know that one of the best things about living in this pro- vince is our health care system. We are proud to have health care that is the envy of our neighbours," said Mrs. Grier. "Nothing symbolizes our pride in Ontario better than the trillium. So we've chosen the trillium for this card as a reminder of the importance Ontario places on health care. - Mrs. Grier said the peo- ple of Ontario want to preserve medicare for the future. "That's why we're introducing this new card to protect our system against fraud." The new card's security features include: digitized photograph and signature for easy identification of the card holder, as well as birth date, sex and health number; rainbow printing, hidden microprinting and a hologram of Ontario's trillium logo to prevent counterfeiting; issue and expirty dates - cards will be renewed every five years; magnetic stripe and a bar code so the card can be electronically validated by health care providers and tamper -proof laminate. To get the new card, On- tario residents will have to register in person with original documents to pro- ve they are eligible for a Health Card. "Our first priority as we register all 11 million On- tarians is making sure that the registration system and the card itself are as secure as possible," said Mrs. Grier. "So we're going to photograph and carefully register every eligible adult, one at a time. We're working with the Ministry of Transportation to make this as convenient as possi- ble for people." Over the next few years, the Ministry of Health will send out personal notices to all eligible residents 16 and over to let them know when it's their turn to come in and register. Parents will be able to register their children under 16 and the children's cards will not have a photograph or signature. The new Health Card also offers a convenient way for Ontario residents to indicate their wishes about organ donation. If a card holder wants to donate organs after death, the word Donor will appear on the back of his or her card. If a card holder chooses not to particiate in the program, no indicator appears. Until now, the most com- mon way to indicate con- sent to donate organs was to sign the form that ac- companies a driver's licence. Support Your Community Free Public Forum On Depression Feb.2 Mike Wallace, Cor- respondent for CBS News' "Go Minutes" will headline a free Public Forum on "Depression" at Convoca- tion Hall, 31 King's College Circle, on Thurs. Feb. 2. from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This Special Event will mark the launch of $2.2 million fundraising in- itiative by the Clarke In- stitute of Psychiatry Foun- dation seeking to establish a Chair in Mood Disorders Studies at the University of Toronto. Mr. Wallace's presentation "A Survivor's New Works Premiere At BalletJorgen's Specially commissioned new works will launch the company's 1996 dance season in Toronto Jan. 27 and 28, when du Maurwr Arts Ltd. and Ballet Jorgen present the company's Winterdance showcase at the Premiere Dance Theatre Artistic Director Bengt Jorgen has invited three talented choreographers to work with the company for the first time: Mark Godden, former resident choreographer with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Graham Lustigfrom England and new resident choreographer with Washington Ballet in D.C. and Gioconda Barbuto, an emerging choreographer who is still performing as a soloist with Les Grands Ballet Canadiens. Jorgen himself has also created a new work. As Canada's only choreographic ballet company, Ballet Jorgen provides a vital development opportunity to emerging choreographers to work through the creative process with a dynamic ensemble of well- trained dancers. directed by the artistic team of Bengt Jorgen and Arnold Godden's as -yet -unnamed piece is to music by Maurice Ravel. Lustig has orated "Disappointment Lake" to music by John Adams. Barbuto has titled her work to an original score by Alexander Ary. -Series of Events". Jorgen's new creation is a pas de deux for two women to music by Hungarian composer Erno Dohnanyi. Rounding out the program is Jorgen's "Ink Blots", commissioned by the Guelph Spring Festival in 1994 to an original composition by Canadian Gary Kulesha. All performances are at 8 p.m. and tickets may be purchased at the Harbourfront Box Office, 973-4000. Exhibits At The Library An interesting variety of exhibits will be held at several libraries throughout Scarborough during the month of February. In celebration of Heritage Month a display of African artifacts will be on view at Woodside Square Branch Library, 1571 Sandhurst Circle, Woodside Square Mall, Finch Ave. at McCowan Rd. To salute our black and Caribbean heritage a display of art, books and costumes from the annual Caribana Parade will be exhibited at Agincourt District Library, 155 Bonis Ave. (in Agincourt Mail). At the same time a Carib- bean Heritage Show display of mixed media by various artists of the Crib - bean will be on view. Albert Campbell District Library, 496 Birchmount Rd. (at Danforth Rd.) will feature "A Glimpse of Russia", a mixed display of artifacts from Russia. This exhibit will comple- ment the program "Pro- spects For Democracy in Russia" on Feb. 23rd. Journey through Depres- sion" will highlight his per- sonal battle with depres- sion, (chronicled in Kathy Cronkite's book "Out of Darkness-), and his sup- port for improved research into causes and treatment of depression. Joining Mike Wallace at the Forum will be Helen Hutchinson, former co- anchor of "W5" and ..Canada AM" and current- ly host of "Point of view: Women" on the Women's Television Network, and recent winner of The Clarke Institute of Psychiatry Foundation 1994 "Courage to Come Back" Award, who will also speak of her own ex- perience with serious depression. The Forum will be moderated by Keith Mor- rison, co -host of "Canada AM" and will also feature a presentation on current successes and challenges in depression treatment and research by Dr. Sid Kennedy. Head of the Mood Disorders Programs at the University of Toronto and the Clarke Institute of Psychiatry and Professor of Psychiatry at University of Toronto. Sponsors of the Forum are Bayshore Trust and Eli Lilly Canada. The Forum is free and all are welcome. Wed. January 25. t!W5 Tl1F: NEWS POST Page 5 Metro Separate School Events Fri.Jan. 27 ferin Ave., Toronto. p.m. will be held at St. It's 21st Century Day at Tues. Jan. :11 Agalha Catholic School, 49 St. Mary of the Angels An Early French Immer- Cathedral Bluffs Dr., Scar - Catholic School, 1477 Duf- sion Information Night at 7 borough. THE SHOPPING NETWORK "We shop so you don't drop" ',k NO LINE- UPS * NO STANDING IN THE RAIN * NO WAITING FOR TAXIS- * NO SLIPPING & SLIDING * NO HEAVY PARCELS * NO BUSES * NO RUSHING * NO HASSLES "Give us your list We deliver in a twist" ARMNASLE AATB: REL ASLB SERVICE Prices subject to size of order. 510.00 minimum Come dine with the gods Come and visit Our OPEN KITCHEN You can choose from a large selection of FRESH Fish. Lamb, Baby Goat, Vegetables, Homebaked Bread, and much, much more! Mouthwatering Prime Rib, Souvlaki, Seafood Seasons Greetings and to all "Happy Holidays" _� �"Wa jr f c E b b A 8 Banquet Facilities & Catering! 702 Pape Ave. ab. %e Danforth Ave. 463-0334 Mouthwatering Prime Rib. Souvlaki. Seafood ... 35 Danforth Rd. at warden 694-1194 IRALL- DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DESERVES SPECIAL DINNER SPECIAL RECOGNITION? Submit your nomination for the MID - WINTER A.S. Taylor Awards DINNER SPECIAL for the �rbo1OLo Board of Education is pleased to accept nominations A.S. Taylor Award, presented annually to individuals who have made an Available: Mon. - Thurs. From 4pm outstandrlg contribution to public education in Scarborough. --- --- -- -- - - - The A.S. Taylor Award is the Scarborough Board's most prestigious SOUP - SAL AD B A R 1 honour. It is named for Anson Taylor, Director of Education at the Board from Garlic Bread or Freshly Baked Rolls I 1961 to 1977. The award will be presented at the opening ceremonies of _ Education Week on Monday, May 1, 1995. NEW co l B SrRoiled New YSIRLOIork Nominees may be teaching or business and operations staff of the Charcoal Broiled New York Strip Sirloin, Garnished Scarborough Board, both active and retired; students in the Scarborough public with onion Rings. school system, and members of the community. Nomination forms may be FVCE. ROAST. aV.ED CR F.F POTATOES obtained from any Scarborough public elementary or secondary schools, or from _--- .. the Student and Community Services Department, Level 3. Scarborough Board COFFEE or i t A of Education, 140 Borough Drive. _-- a ,009 Nominations must be submitted to the Student and Q oO �'��,`� Community Services Department no later than 4:30 pm onm v- �p�� ; 4ir o Friday, February 24, 1995. For more infonaticn, call 396-7581. 430 NUGGET AVF_ IWOM �o Ji Ev ,Gt w» sbdt nerve of V I=d on trrtur111 no" owny wommy Y ro FROM 11 ,701 A M 4 W ADRD www M. , Chal7w of the Board w="v EG. Cmvwbe*, Dlreaor of Education WTfY1 \I! t _9.n Page 6 TILE ZEN'S POST Ned. January 'b5, 1". 5 "Dance Theatre Of Harlem" Returns To o' Keefe's Centre The O'Keefe Centre has announced the presenta- tion of Arthur Mitchell's brave and wondrous "Dance Theatre of Harlem", celebrating 25 years of extraordinary achievement. The ease with which the company performs a diversity of dance styles - from the most rigorous classical technique to the exotic, ethnic movements of the African diaspora - has earned it a reputation without artistic peer. At last, after an absence of 11 years. Dance Theatre of Harlem returns to Toronto with performances at The O'Keefe on Wed. Feb. 1 and Thurs. Feb. 2 at 8 p.m. DTH last played Toronto in 1984 at the Toronto International Festival. Arthur Mitchell (former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet - in- spired to action by the assassination of Martin Luther King - founded Dance Theatre of Harlem in 1%8 to bring ballet back tot he black community. He accomplished that, and a great deal more. Dance Theatre of Harlem is now considered the world's top ranking. multi -cultural ballet com- pany: a neoclassical com- pany of 36 dancers with a repertoire of over 75 works. DTH's 1992 tour to South Africa's city of Johan- nesburg and surrounding townships, was truly an historic and unprecedented event. Nelson Mandela ST.LAWRENCE CEMENT - _ - Vc• ssette Mr. Paul Ostranca• ce President of the -!vision of St. Lawrer.:e Cement, is pleased io a --.-ince the appointment of M _ou:s Nonssette to the position of General (Manager of Duttom-Custom Concrete Group. Mr. Morissene joined the Company in 1979 as General Manager of Bass Block and Building Supplies. He has successively headed two of the Group's business units. His extensive experience and knowledge of the concrete business more than qualify him to manage one of the largest subsidiaries of St. Lawrence Cemert. Duflenn-Custom Concrete Group includes four operating units: Ottawa Region. Central Ontario Region, Metro Toronto Region and Hamilton - Niagara Region. The Group operates 24 ready -mix plarts in Ontario and employs 450 people. DAwin- Custom Concrete Group is a subsidiary of St. Lawrence Cement. the largest cement producer in Eastern Canada and the Wading cement producer and supplier in the Northeastern United States remarked that Dance Theatre of Harlem's visit would contribute to the broadening of cultural links between all of South Africa's people. Tickets for Dance Theatre of Harlem range from $28 to $57 and can be purchased at The O'Keefe Centre box office, any TicketMaster location, or by calling (416) 872-2262 to charge. 5th.Annual Cottage Show At Metro E. Trade Centre Whether you're currently a cottager or you dream of becoming one, The Cottage Show has everything you need to know. Sleeman presents The 5th Annual Cottage Show on Fri. Feb. 3, Sat. Feb. 4 and Sun. Feb. 5 at Metro East Trade Cen- tre. Pickering. With over 300 exhibitors - including suppliers of building materials, pre -fab cottages, docks, septic and water products. boats and personal water craft. out- door clothing. furnishings. decorating ideas and the latest cottage gadgets - summer dreams start now at The Cottage Show! Cottage Show visitors will have access to over Writers' Contest Calendar To celebrate its loth an- niversary of helping writers, Wordw•rights Canada has compi led "The Canadian Writers' Contest Calendar". The calendar lists over 52 competitions for unpublish- ed fiction, essays, and poetry - enough to enter one contest a week for a year. For easy planning, con- tests are arranged in deadline order. As well as the sponsor's name and ad- dress, each listing gives details about genres, prizes, entry fees. judging, and other important sub- mission requirements. As a convenient cross- reference, an alphabetical list of contest names is also provided. The Canadian Writers' Contest Calendar is available for $7 (includes postage and handling from Wordwrights Canada, P.O. Box 456, Station O, Toronto, Ontario M4A 2P1. THE PLANNING ACTI) TOWN OF PICKERING Take notice that an application to amend the Zoning Order, filed as Ontario Regulation 102/72. as amended by Ontario Regulation 283/83, has been received by the Minister of Municipal Affairs. The application is: Applicant: Mavis M. Donlon File No: 18-ZO-029-9408 Proposal: To allow a Minor Variance to permit the construction of a detached double car garage having a sideyard less than the minimum required 2.4 metres and a height exceeding the maximum permitted 3.65 metres on the land described as being Part of Lot 11, Concession 5, in the Town of Pickering. All submissions in support of, or in opposition to, the application(s) described above, and received by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, 14th Floor, 777 Bay Street. Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2E5. on or before the 8th day of February. 1995, will be fully considered before a final decision is made. Please refer to the file number indicated above. In addition, under Section 47(10) of the Planning Act, any interested person may request a hearing by the Ontario Municipal Board on an application for amendment to a Zoning Order. Minister of Municipal Affairs ® Ontario 1.500 cottage country ex- perts under one roof in- cluding municipalities, the Ontario Federation of Cot- tagers. the Cottage Rental Directory and excellent representation from various real estate com- panies. Summer cottage cooking tastes great in February too! Chefs from a variety of cottage country resorts will be on hand to demonstrate their specialties. Those featured during the weekend are: Herbert Obermeier. Executive Chef of the Muskoka Sands Inn, Muskoka: Randy Spencer. Executive Chef of Grand- view Inn. Huntsville: Culinary Students from Sir Sanford Fleming College. Haliburton: Tony DeAlmeida. Executive Chef of Arrowhon Pines. Algonguin Park: Keith Bond. Executive Chef of Rocky Crest Resort. Mac - tier: and David Snow, Ex- ecutive Chef of Pinestone Resort and Conference Centre, Haliburton. A variety of exhibitors will pro%ide demonstra- tions on everything from solar energy to winterizing your cottage. Hours are Friday noon to 10 p.m.. Saturday 10 a. M. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $8.50 for adults. $6 for students and seniors. Children under 14 are free. Lester B. Pearson CI News MATH LEAGt'F: Congratulations to the Junior Math League team on their win over Thomson C.1. on Wed. Jan. 11th. The team members were: Chris Milios, Karen Hodsen, Furqan Khan, Nazim Rahman and Naren B. SPORTS BASKETBALL. Congratulations to the Junior Boys Basketball team. On Jan. 12th they defeated Nelson C.I. 68-56 to repeat as champions of the Martingrove Invita- tional Tournament. Fri. Jan. 13th was lucky for the Junior Boys Basket- ball team as they continued their winning ways and went on to defeat Agincourt C.I. by a score of 67-53. In an exciting fast paced Bantam basketball game at Cedarbrae on Fri. Jan. 13th. Pearson Bengals defeated a very strong Cedarbrae team by the final score of 69-65. The key to this victory was a 4th quarter run in which outstanding team defense allowed Pearson to outscore Cedarbrae 21-12. Leading the Bengal scoring was Omar Henn• with 27 points: Brian Dixon with 16 points and Fitzroy Gab- bidun with 11 points. On Jan. 17th the Bengal Bantams continued their winning ways by handing R. H. King their first loss of the season. The Bengals won by a score of 52-44. Brian Dixon led the Pear- son attack with 20 points. Also scoring for the Bengals were Omar Henry. George Brown, Mustafa Anvari. Aly Virji, Fitzroy Gabb+don. Kevin Deer and Tyan Tatham. SN 111 TEAM On Jan. 10th the Bantams competed against all of the other Bantams in Scar- borough. Everyone achiev- ed a personal best time in at least one event. Stephanie Bloye put for- ward an outstanding per- formance placing 2nd in both the 50m Freestyle and the 50m Back Swim. The girls relay team placed 4th and Darryl Scott placed 2nd in the 50m Back swim. Competition was fierce on Jan. 17th at Mowat C.I. as the Bengals swim team faced off against King, Laurier, Wexford and Cedarbrae. Best event times were achieved by: Alana and Peggy Brown, Paul Gibson, Sanjay Shah, Darryl Scott, Chris Milios, Tiffany Lister, Yogi Nassirinjad and Tony Elsmore. Special mention to Tony for his dramatic performance in his first competition. Great effort team. V LLEW'BALL. The Bantam Girls Volleyball team met West Hill C.I. in its second league match on Jan. 12th. Although they played much better than their first match, the team was only able to win one game. Special mention goes to Patricia Dawkins whose awesome serving won the second game. Congratulations to the Junior Girls Volleyball team on a great win on Jan. 16th against Campbell C.I. The team last the 1st game. came back as a fighting force to win the 2nd game 15-5 and continued to hold their ground to win the 3rd game. The Senior Girls Volleyball team competed at an all day tournament at Wexford. Eight teams out of 30 advanced to the play- offs including the Herngals. Highland Creek Women's Institute by E.veh•a [lrmpsey The Highland Creek Women's Institute met at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church. Jan. 11 for the regular meeting in the New Year with ten members and one visitor present. President, Mrs. Mary Miller, welcomed the Groundhog Winter Carnival On Sun. Jan. 29, the Kor- tright Centre will celebrate its ninth annual Groundhog Winter Carnival. The Groundhog Winter Carnival is a great oppor- tunity for a winter family outing featuring unique and fun things to do in- cluding games, guided walks, a falconry demonstration and live entertainment. K.C. Groundhog, the Kortright mascot, will be on hand to greet children of all ages. The Kortright Centre is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take Hwy. 400 to Ma- jor Mackenzie Dr. i at Paramount Canada's Wonderland), go west 3 kms to Pine Vallev Dr., then south 1 km. Admission is $4.L5 for adults and $2.50 for children, seniors and students (with valid I.D. i. Children four or under with a family are admitted free. For more information call Metro Region Conser- vation at 1416 661-6&)0. members back after the Chnstmas holiday season and called for the Opening Exercises. The Ode, Mary Stewart Collect and the lord's Prayer. Before the business mat- ters were addressed we were asked by Mrs. Miller to observe a time of silence in remembrance of a long time member Mrs. Min Bolton, who passed away Jan. 4 after an illness of several months: also in remembrance of Mrs. C.E. MacDonald who recently passed away, a sister of Mrs. Marion Paquette. During the business ses- sion several thank you notes were read in acknowledgement of Christmas remembrances that were delivered to some 30 shutins and elderly by institute members before Christmas. Birthday wishes were ex- pressed to Mesdames Tillie Anderson, Clara Lahmer, and Bertha Parker and congratulations are ex- tended to Rev. Ron Arkwright and Mrs. Arkwright who celebrated their 50th Wedding An- niversary Jan. 1. The community lunch menu for Feb. 7 was ar- ranged reflecting a Scot- tish theme. Mesdames Catherine Closson and Mary Miller, Tweedsmuir History con- veners related interesting stories and showed pic- tures of interesting events of earlier times in Highland Creek. The roll call also was about historical characters or events of Highland Creek and many in- teresting events and people were recalled. At the conclusion of the meeting those present en- joyed a social time of chat- ting and refreshments served by mesdames Mary. Miller, Myrtle Skelton and Evelyn Dempsey. The Christmas luncheon held at the Transcontinen- tal Restaurant Dec. 14 was enjoyed by 17 members and their friends. Mr. & Mrs. R. Watson publishers of the West Hill News were guests at the luncheon and were given a plaque in honour of their 50th Wed- ding Anniversary and for their community service through the newspaper. The next meeting of the Institute will be Feb. 8 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Highland Creek Village. Each member is asked to bring a small table ar- rangement. We welcome new members to join our group. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. Min Bolton's family in the loss of their mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Mae Moore and her daughters during their anxious moments of husband and father, Frank Moore, who is a patient in Centenary Hospital. The members wish Mrs. Tillie Anderson a speedy recovery from her opera- tions and hope she will soon be home and able to return to our meetings. T R. Sir Robert L. Borden News Business & Technical Institute This is Exam Week at Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I. and the students ae all very busy doing last minute organizing to get ready to complete the semester. As Cheryl Colbert, grade 9 student says, "I, to get ready for exams, have been studying very hard.I know if the examination is ,going to be hard I have to study. I have been staying up late at nights with a cup of herbal tea and studying. I do not have to write the English examination, but I will write it anyway. I think the examinations are going to be very hard for everyone, and the people who don't have to write them are really lucky." Starting early on next semester, Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I. will be in- stituting in -school suspen- sions. Reaction from students seems to indicate that most like the idea. Karla Buruca, grade 11 student says, '1 never had a suspension. If ad- ministration suspends students, it is because they want us to learn and they want us to get an educa- tion. They do not want us to be irresponsible. They want us to graduate and get a good job. They think that if they give students suspensions they should serve tham at school. If they are sent home they don't do anything and then they just fool around." Emily Stemp, grade 11 student says, "Because students are not at home doing nothing, they will now be at school doing ex- tra work, l think it is a good idea. " Keith McIntyre, grade 11, also thinks it is a good idea because at home it is like having a three day holiday, and Al Derouard. grade I1, says that if students are at home it is like having a holiday students don't deserve to have, and Davy Wazny . grade 11, agrees and adds that he prefers the control. Conversely, Steve Catue- ci, grade 11, says, "1 don't like them (in -school suspensions) because they are boring. I would rather be sent home. I would rather work at home. It is more like a vacation. However. I personally have never been suspended." On Jan. 23, at Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I. there will be a Special Ad- ministrative Assembly to discuss a variety of issues regarding Second Semester, which starts on Feb. 1. On Feb. 6 there will be a Special Assembly called ,Get A Life". Stew Mac- Queen, Assistant Head of Guidance, is planning an excursion to Winter Car- nival, and Winter Camp this year, headed by Eugene Featherstone, autobody, auto mechanics and woodworking teacher at Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I., is scheduled from Feb. 21 to 24. Sir Robert L. Borden B. T. L's DeskTop Publishing course has pro- duced a new manual for swimming pool operators. A DeskTop Publishing stu- dent, Sitem Mustafa, took on the mammoth job of reprocessing a hodgepodge of copied and old chapters into an easy -on -the -eye manual. She liaised fre- quently with the pool course instructor, travelled to several schools to take i F lustrative photos and blended information from the Scarborough Board of Education, industry and the Red Cross into a new manual. The manual will be used to train swimming pool operators throughout Scarborough. What is green, hangs from the ceiling, and drinks gallons? Well, it's 55 hanging plants. Some have already made it out to the corridors and some are still ;growing in the science labs of the Science Department, Ibut it is a sign that Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I. is ;going greener. And watch for spring and summer gardens gracing the front of Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I. that are event better than last year. Congratulations to the following winners of the "Butt Out. It's the Law" Poster Contest: Angie Piercey, Natasha Brunette, Nateesha Lewis, Randy Thompson, Aby Premph, Monica Lewis, Greg Bloomer and Shawn Irving. The Junior Boys' Basket- ball team at Sir Robert L. Borden S.T.I. played a strong game on Jan. 19 gainst L'Amoreaux but lost 58 to 38. David Charles led the scoring with 10 points, followed by Warren Flet- cher with 7 points. Defen- sive rebounding was led by Jason Andrews, while outstanding defense by Or - 0 fie Vernon and Jeff White kept the game close. Thanks for a great effort. Talkback On Mental Health Reform Jan -30 An alliance of five agen- cies representing con- sumers and families in- volved in the mental health system will be holding a "Talkback on Mental Health Reform" on Mon. Jan. 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Aldwyn B. Stokes Auditorium of the Clarke Institute of Psychiatry, 250 College St. (cornier College and Spadina l . Admission is free. and all are welcome, seating is limited. According to Glen Dewar, Executive Director of the Consumer Survivor Info Resource Centre "One important aspect of Mental Health Reform is the in- creased involvement of consumers and families in the planning and im- plementation of their own and their relatives' care. This forum will provide in- formation and give another opportunity for these groups to have a voice in the reform process... At the Free Forum, a panel of community-based workers. consumer family representatives and ad- vocates for persons with mental illness will present an overview of mental health reform in Ontario, and lead a dialogue on some of the concerns of consumers. The Provincial Govern- ment is in the midst of a major restructuring of the Ontario mental health system, including move - merit of menta health fun- ding frau the psychiatric hospital system to com- munity and consumer agencies, and nomination of Steering Committees at the District Health Council level which will help guide the Menta Health Reform Process. To Market! To Market! "To Market! To Market"' is a lively and informative conference for craftspeople seeking to nurture their entrepreneurial spirits. More than 40 Canadian and international experts. retailers and craft makers will conduct a series of lectures, workshops and case histories on subjects ranging from starting your own business to finding international markets from Jan. 27 to 29 at York Quay Centre at 235 Queen's Quay West, Toronto. Participants include keynote speaker Moms Latham, head of sales development, The British Crafts Council: Chris Tvler, head of the Nova Scotia Centre for Craft & Design, Halifax: Pat Cronin, Japan Desk, Foreign Affairs, Government of Canada, Ottawa: Mary Palmer. international marketing consWtant, International Trade Corporation, Toronto: Yvan Gauthier. executive director. The Quebec Crafts Council: Adrian Abbott & Beveriv McClare. Halifax craftsperson and co - organizers of Studio Rally, Nova Scotia. Marilyn Stevens. editor, The Craft Report. Wilmington, Delaware: Dana Bovie. commercial officer, Canadian Consulate General, Minneapolis, Minnesota... and the list mon! Conference Fees (including GST) are $95, or $5.5 for students with ID. For further information or a free brochure with complete details and registration form, phone (416 ) 973-4928. Jill Conway Talks At Trent U. Educator and writer Jill Ker Conway speaks about Autobiography as a Genre of Women's Writing, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Lady Eaton College lecture hall at Trent University. There will be a reception at 6:30 p.m. in the Lee Pit. This is the second of possibly four public lec- tures Conway is expected to give at the university as 1994-95 Ashley Fellow. She is scheduled to return in early February and late March. Conway has documented her life growing up in Australia in the popular "Road from Coorain" and its sequel "True :North". about her education at Har- vard and her subsequent pioneering career as the first female vice-president of the University of Toronto and the first female presi- dent of the prestigious Smith College for women in the United States. Since 1985. Conway has been visiting scholar in the science, technology and society program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She lives in Boston. 'SUPPORTA CANADIAN TRADITION. For almost as long as there's been Girl Guides, there've been chocolate and vanilla Girl Guide cookies. Now is the time to give your support. Guides Canada Wed. January :S, 1". 5 THE NEWS POST Page 7 PRINCESS RESTAURANT 2327 Kingston Rd. Cliffside Village 261.4621 My Dear Friends: When we look back over the past forty years and remember those folks who shared both life's experiences and good cheer with us we have a tremendous sense of happiness. Now an era has come to an end. yet it is in a spirit of thankfulness that the Princess Restaurant will be closing its doors on January 28th. To all our patrons over the past four decades we extend our sincere thanks. God bless you all Mike Kotsopoulos Tom Kotsopoulos Above is Mike Kotsopoulos and his niece. Helen. in the PrvncPGS APG, i'1• int ANTIRACISM AND ETHNOCULTURAL EQUITY POLICY PUBLIC CONSULTATION The Scarborough Board of Education is developing an Antiraosm and Ethrvc ultural Equity Policy based on Ministry of Education and Training gUKWff es - We have completed preliminary work in this area and are pleased to share with our corrurnxnity the Consultation Draft of this document for cornrment and input Copies of the draft have been sent to cornmuniry groups and all public schoas. and are also available from the Scarborough Board of Education. The community input process will take place in two forms: 1. Interested individuals and groups may submit comments and recom- mendations for change directly to us. (Send them to Lynn Cosway. Student & Community Services Department. Level 3, Education Centre, 140 Borough Drive, Scarborough, ON M1 P 4N6 by February 8, 1995). 2. Individuals or groups may bring their comments and recommendations to a Consultation Hearing at one of the following times and locations. Our Consultation Hearings are scheduled as follows: Tuesday, January 24, 1995 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Agincourt C.I. Cafeteria Wednesday, January 25, 1995 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. David & Mary Thomson C.I. Cafeteria Wednesday, February 1, 1995 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Committee Rooms 3 & 4 Education Centre 140 Borough Drive We would like broad and extensive input and consultation on this very important policy and anticipate a large number of delegates at the Consultation Hearings. To assist in the management of this process, we are asking individuals and groups to respond in writing on the Draft itself or by letter. The Consultation Hearings will give individuals and groups an opportunity to highlight the main recommendations they are making in their written submissions. We have allotted time slots of 5, 10, or 15 minutes for an oral presentation at the Consultation Hearings. Please contact Lynn Cosway, 396-7654 for an appointment. Individuals and groups must have an appointment to present at one of the Hearings. We thank you for your anticipated assistance in providing community input for our Antiracism and Ethnocultural Equity Policy. We value your opinions and appreciate your entering the partnership with us as we seek to provide equity for all our learners. D.M. Williams, Chairman of the Board E.G. Campbell, Director of Education Pale 8 THE 1F:11'S POST Wed..lanuary 25. 1445 CLASSIFIED ADS CIauDt�ads Dm�MonCays °"° call 291-2583 APPLIANCE BUSINESS 'TRUCKINGEN VINGREPAIRS HELP WANTED OPPORTUNITIES ANIMAL TRAPS CAREERS RTAG ALL Makes. fridges. stoves. washers. dryers, air conditioning. Licensed Technician. Low rates. Call Rizko 297-9798. WANTED: Daily assistance for disabled lady. References please. 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Volunteers ..Wallace Needed For Urinary Incontinence Study Do you have difficulty reaching the bathroom on time when you need to urinate? Do you need to urinate often, and do you find you don't go anywhere without knowing where the washrooms are located' If yes, you are needed to participate in a University of Toronto research study of a drug control "urge in - Leadership Course Learn to organize your thoughts and deliver a message effectively. The Christopher Leadership Course aims to improve levels of confidence, self esteem and leadership. Register now for the winter session commenc- ing the week of Jan. 25. The course runs for 11 weeks, one night per week for three hours. Contact Bob Griffin at (9051 471-9572 or call (905) 683-7.W- for the location nearest you. The course is offered to anyone starting at the age of 16 years or older. continence". Urge incon- tinence is characterized by a strong urge to urinate and the inability to delay urination long enough to get to the toilet. The amount of leakage (incontinence) can vary from a few drops to the full contents of the bladder. The study involves a number of visits to The Toronto Hospital, Western Division (399 Bathurst St.). over a three month period (travel expenses reimburs- ed). They are looking for volunteers who have urge incontinence and are over age 65. They cannot include people who are taking the following medications: Cardizem, Isoptin or Adalat, or who have a spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease , poorly controlled diabetes, or dementia. If you are interested in Ne and would like more information, call Karen Mathiasen, Research Nurse, at (416) 364-5W), ext. 2082. Con- fidentiality is assured. NO jobs are too big. No lobs are too small With my knowledge we do it all. All types of renovations and interlocking for reasonable prices. Call Sergio 438-9110. : :: �_ 7777:: :S: �•: � 7777•}:•:: : 7:10 Canadmof the Year Aw -Host Vicki Cambers. 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JANUARY 29 A.M. 9:00 Information Superhighway (Part 2) 10:00 Suahre Ma 110:30 KaiUalarangam 11:00 Hai Horizon 1 t : 30 NewCm TV P.M. 12:00 Avramis Greek Show 1:00 Comunidad En Accion 1:90 Hooked on Fishing 2:00 St Lawrence Cerare !'arum Bost David Schatzky No.2 of t906 series 4:00 HueUas-Aides Music 4:20Canadi inSOect & activities of Taraalo's SADFest wdb al o rnmundm ramay No 1 Rev Pater Aurgrrapotrlas Greek OrthadvaDiocese a Too 6:00 Foreidt ! � e & The 6:30 The I,anetr She T:MI Heakhy V Dr.Mary Am Golduark C�iropracWr� 7':20 Schools & Ski1, Sbo�r No 4 Cityy TV 0:00 ],enao�Aid Show-Esaert Auomotrve Advwe 9:00 Wateredaur My Way -Jack Pond 9:30 Author' Author! Diane Francs Under round Nation The secret 6conany and the future of Canada 10:00 Reel to Real Movue Rarrws 10:30Plant a Bind let series looks at variate aspects ofptay�a�t a a Saari 11:00 A Canadian No Is' Musical -The Toronto Irish Players MON. JAN1'ARY :No A.M. 9:60 Watercolour My Way t: 3D Healthy Livu� 10:0 S . 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JANUARY 31 A.M. 9:00 Canadian Club see Mon I pm. 10:00 Tai Chi 10:90 Schools &Skills Show 11:00 Canadian Spectrum 11:30 Our Ontario-Preattier Bob Rae P.M. 12:00 Toronto High Five Youth Athletic Magazine 12:30eS W Ircirts Event of 3:00 words & Music 3:90 Hig11lvtay lo -The Storytellers Schh0000I of Toronto Presents a Garland of Tales: Aubrey 4:00 The LembrAfd Show 5:00 MP Art Eggleton NY MP Maria Mirma T, EY 5:15 MPP Zanana Akande MPP Monte Kwinter NY 5:90 MP John Godfrey 5:45 MPP J Gordano MP Bill raham T/EY 6:00 Horizon:T.B.A. 6:30T oronto High Five Hast Aaron Weiss 7:00 Golden Daffodils Fashion Show 1:00 Changing Family Values Canadduuaan Spectrum special 9:00 Hitting the Wall: Is Canada Bankrupt, Fraser 10:00 MCA: TBA 11:00 Beaches Jazz Festival '94 Five After Four Il :90 Higflway l0�ee 3:30 p. m. Off Track Betting At The Stonehouse The new management of the Stonehouse Restaurant, located at 13% Kennedy Rd. in Scarborough, hosted an Official Opening Ceremony on Mon. Jan. 23 to mark the addition of a Champions Teletheatre on the premises by the On- tario Jockey Club. In the 90's spirit of -superior customer service and convenience, the On-. tario horse racing industry has risen to the challenge with the establishment of a successful program of off- track wagering that capitalizes on consumers' desires for entertainment alternatives "in their own back yards". Teletheatres allow par- ticipants to place wagers while watching live horse- racing action via television monitors. Although one other teletheatre currently operates in Scarborough, the Stonehouse Champions will be located within the atomsphere of a newly renovated sports bar, ap- pealing to a wide variety of sports enthusiasts and bar patrons. The opening, was attend- ed by Scarborough Mayor Frank Faubert and many of the city's councillors, who support this initiative as another boon to the economic growth and revitalization of their city. Baseball Coaching Clinic Feb.4 The Scarborough Recreation, Parks and Culture Department in con- junction with the Sear - borough Baseball Associa- tion and the Ontario Baseball Association will be hosting a Level I Na- tional Coaching Cerfifica- tion Program Baseball Technical Clinic on Feb. 4th from 9 a.m. to 5,p.m. at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Col- legiate. The Level I Technical Clinic provides the coach with instruction in the areas of skill analysis, drills, practice organiza- tion and coaching philosophies. The cost is $3.5 and a $5 surcharge for non - Scarborough residents. To register, make your cheque payable to the City of Scarborough, enclosed with your complete name, address, and telephone number(s) and league af- filiation to The City of Scar- borough, Recreation, Parks and Culture Dept., Sports Services. 150 Borough Dr.. Scarborough, Ont. MIP 4NT Bill 120 Is To Amend Residential Statues Bill 120 is an Act to amend certain statutes concerning Residential Properties. With the final reading and Royal Assent of Bill 120, dated May 31, 1994, we at Construction Graphics have reviewed Procedures for the Owners of Basement Apartments to apply for Local Approval to conform to Building and Fire Code requirements. For your guidance the procedure is as follows: 1 Apply to your local Planning Department to start the process. 2. Your request is then forwarded to the Fire Department for processing. 3. Fire Department Officer will conduct and issue a 2 Unit Residential Dwelling Report to Property Owner showing non conformance of Fire Rating Standards. 4. Owner to note all non conformance items requiring Building Permit. 5. Owner to provide "Latcho Drom" Opens CFP Distribution Inc. has announced that the magical and mysterious "Latcho- Drom". winner of the Prix Gervais ( Un Certain Regard), at the 19903 Cannes Film Festival, will open in Toronto on Fri. Jan. 27 at the Bleor Cinema. "Latcho Drom ( Safe Journey) is a journey of discovery. Filmmaker Tow Gatlif wanted to discover the roots of his own heritage "Latcho Drorn" traces the historical path of the Gypsies ( the Rom people, also called gitane. haleb. tsigane and bohemian), a people of perpetual travel and persecution, from India through Egypt and Turkey to Eastern Europe (Romania. Hungary and Slovakia ) and finally to . Children's Carnival Abra-ka-dabra! It's time, once again, for the children's winter carnival. "Find Your Own Magic" and get set for an afternoon of fun and games with your friends Merlin the Magi- cian, Barbie, Lucky from Lucky Charms and Rupert. It all happens from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Sun. Jan. 29th. The all inclusive price of admission is $5 in advance and $6 at the door. All pro- ceeds raised go towards the prevention of child abuse. For ticket informatiorL call the Children's Aid Society Foundation at 967-5137. Needs Volunteers Community Centre needs volunteers to help seniors with income tax returns and a group leader to teach basic sewing skills to a women's group. For more details call the Scarborough Volunteer Centre at 264-2308. France and Spain. Magnificent music interspersed with astonishing dance reflects the originality and singularity of the gypsy experience. Having integrated some of the modern civilization but rejected more, the gypsies remain a confection to the wandering nomadic tribes of the past, their way of life much more primal than any country in which they live. Looked on with equal amounts of fascination and revulsion, they are now struggling to maintain their heritage in the face of mounting racism. Architectural Layout to Planning Department. 6. When you receive the Building Permit. Owner will then call for Quotations from Retrofit Contractors, and execute all work to required Codes. 7. Ontario Hydro will carry out General inspection for Electrical Hazards. Construction Graphics can offer full service and provide architectural layouts and assistance to guide you through to a successful completion. For a free consultation call (416, 74F"+ltt44 or Fax - i 416 ) 744-9!31. Introduction To Tai Chi Find out why this ancient Chinese discipline is so popular. At Malvern Recreation Centre mezzanine on Sat. Jan. 28th from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. with a $15 fee you'll learn the philosophy and theories which led to the development of Wu style Tai Chi. And you'll have lots of op- portunity to experience Wed..lanuary "3, 1996 TI[E .NEWS POST Page!) Community Sports Notes Encouraging Snowmobilers To Steer Clear Molson Breweries Never drink and ride. recently launched a new This includes passengers. program across Canada to Snowmobiling requires encourage safe and respon- alertness at all times, from sible snowmobiling all riders. "Molson Steer Clear" is Wear proper safety designed to educate the equipment. The law re- public on the importance of quires you to wear a safe snowmobiling and of helmet. It should fit snugly using alcohol responsibly and be securely fastened when participating in under your chin. When recreational winter ac- riding, ice is often tivities. unavoidable - wearing a The following guidelines buoyant snowmobile suit is can help you Steer Clear on highly recommended. the trails. Learn safe snowmobiling Make sure you properly procedures by taking a maintain your snowmobile. course or attending a The maintenance and care clinic. Snowmobile clubs given to your snowmobile and provincial or local contributes significantly to associations conduct your enjoyment and safety. numerous community ser- It is important that every vice programs and recrea- snowmobile receive tional activities. regular maintenance and Obey all trail signs and care and that it be done follow the rules of the road. correctly. Stay on the trail at all times. Watch for the other Know what trail signs riders and use proper hand mean and follow the direc- signals. tions Riven. Take par - National Coaching Program Clinic On Jan -28 & 29 The Scarborough Recreation, Parks and Culture Department will be hosting a Level I Theory Clinic through the National Coaching Certification Pro- gram. This clinic will in- corporate the general aspects of coaching, such as the Role of the Coach. Sport Injuries, Sport Psychology and Skill Anal vsis. The clinic will be held at the Scott Westney House, 180 McLevin Ave. on Jan. 28 and 29, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $37 with a $5 surcharge for non - Scarborough residents. ............................. some of the slow, con- tinuous moves. See how it works as a complete exer- cise system for health, fitness and relaxation and how some of the moves can be applied to self-defence. Registration is by mail. For further information call Fitness Services at 39&-7411. Participants must be at Toast 16 years of age. In order to receive credit for Level 1 Theory Clinic, 100% attendance is re- quired. To achieve Level I certification, you must complete the Theory. Technical and Practical components. To register, make your cheque payable to the City of Scarborough. enclosed with your complete name. address, telephone numbers) and league af- filiation to The City of Scar- borough, Recreation, Parks and Culture Dept, Sports Services, 15o Borough Dr.. Scarborough. (lett. MIP 4.r( . ticular care when crossing roads of any kind. Remember there are pro- vincial and municipal regulations governing the licensing and use of snowmobiles. Show respect for the property of others and do not trespass. Layer clothing for warmth. Avoid cottons and sweats as they retain moisture. A balaclava will protect your face against wind burn. Always carry spare, dry clothing on longer trips. Avoid frozen lakes and rivers. If your trail crosses ice, always check with local clubs as to ice condi- tions. Respect wildlife and private property. Straying off the trail may mean trespassing on private land. It also exposes riders to unnecessary hazards such as wire fences and un- safe ice. Always carry a survival and first aid kit. Expand your kit as required for longer trips. Consumers can receive a free brochure. reflective decal materials by calling the Molson Consumer In- formation Line at 1-800-665-7661 t l-MOLSON- l i or writing to Steer Clear, :Molson Breweries. 175 Bloor St. E., North Tower, Toronto, Ont. !4M4W T-4 BIG Q4 SUA1L. WE DO IT ALL! CROSS MOVERS Oftxm houses i apta. Piano moving Good rates Packing service Wesere a 1 Ont.s Scarb. 416-286-5513 Toronto 416-423.0239 BILL 120 Legalize your Basement Apartment. We prepare Architectural Drawings for submission to Building Dept. after Fire Department Inspection. Free Consultation in your Home - Call (416) 745-9844 HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS l John A. Macdonald and the Confederation Scheme By James Marsh The creation of Canada was an amazing accomplishment. In only seven years, from 1861 to 1871, separate British colonies forged a nation, without rebellion and without war, that stretched from the Atlantic to the Pacific. John A. Macdonald never believed that new ways would necessarily make things better. He ridiculed friends and enemies alike who first proposed Con- federation, as the process for cre- ating Canada was called. Never- theless, even he was tired of the "dreary waste" of Canadian poli- tics. Canada, in those days, con- sisted of two equal parts (roughly present-day Quebec and Ontario), locked in endless bickering and inflamed by personal hatred. So, when Macdonald's worst enemy, George Brown, agreed to put aside these personal differences so that all could work together for Confederation, Macdonald agreed. The two men, who could barely stand the sight of one another, shook hands amid wild cheering in the government chamber group was naturally concerned with the future of its own colonv. The first day was filled with complaint and demands from all sides. Macdonald knew that the success of the scheme de- pended on his I it t. CRB FJl1`PA rio\ Once the � own powers of course was setH H E persuasion. towards Confed- p R o j ECT On the day eration, Mac- donald was its greatest champion. In October 1864. leaders from the colonies of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland came to Quebec City to discuss the Canadian proposal that they join to form a new country. Each before the most important speech of Macdonald's life, the owner of the house where he was staying declared that Macdonald must be crazy. "He has been alone all day." the man said, "talking to the cat!" More likely, Macdonald was rehearsing his speech. The Heritage Project is proud to be associated with the International Year of the Family. For more information about the Heritage Project please call 1-800-567-1867. Macdonald rose and presented the case for Confederation with cool confidence. shaping every argument and choosing every word with care. He put forward the proposal that the colonies be joined together in a way that would be fair to each. It was accepted unanimously. The Constitution. which serves Canada to this day, was written out in Macdonald's own hand- writing that day. When the new nation of Canada was proclaimed on July 1, 1867, it was fitting that Mac- donald be its first prime minister. In the next few years he complet- ed the work of nation building, as Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, British Columbia and the Northwest Territories were added to the Confederation. Page to TILE NEWS PosT Wed. January :.'S, 1995 Bill Watt's Worlds ONSTAGE: The difficulty in achiev- ing full appreciation of Timothy Findley's latest play. The Stillborn Lover ( Passe Muraille Mainspace ) is its perceived dichotomy. Is it a cracking good high level spy thriller 0' a la John LeCarre or is it a political polemic in the manner of Arthur Miller'. In fact, it's both but, depending on whether one follows the half full or half empty glass approach. it's either satisfactory or disappointing. The Stillborn Lover takes place in 1972 when a Cana- dian diplomat has been recalled from Moscow to Ottawa and installed in an RCMP safe house. A young man has been found murdered in a Moscow hotel room which is the stated reason for the am- bassador's recall. But why'- What is the connec- tion. if any. between the victim of violence and the victim of high level politicking? So, there is a mystery... at least until the am- bassador reveals that the dead man had been his lover. Ah yes. the old threat of government blackmail in a time when homosex- uals were considered to be throat to national security. conveniently overlooking the fact that the first two secretaries general of the United Nations were pro- bably homosexual. But, who considers him dangerous' Is it the true government of his home land or is it the Minister of External Affairs. throught to be his old friend. who lusts for the position of Prime Minister and sees him as a political rival for the position' It would appear to be the latter as brought out in dialogue that proves again the eternal desire for power. Now we've gone from high level intrgue to low level political machina- tion in the manner of "who will rid me etc." From LeCarre to Miller without receiving full measure of satisfaction from either. What is indeed satisfy- ing, however, are the per- formances of the players despite a too martinet style of direction by Banuta Rubess. Clearly they labour under it but equally clearly, they rise to render satisfaction. Veteran David Fox is the diplomat and he brings a quiet dignity to his role of a man suffering two heart- breaks: the necessary sublimation of his true sex- uality and the decline of his wife who is suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. Mr. Fox has a wonderfully ex- pressive face and one ac- tually sees the inner tur- moil through his eyes. Marion Gilsenan, as his wife, is in turn• both mature and coquettish: in- telligent and confused. sen- sual and luke warm. See the play to see what we mean. Guy Bannerman is essence of smooth scum bag as the hopeful P.:M. and the exquisite Kate Lynch is all controlled elegance as his wife. No doubt she'll be compared to Hillary Clinton but she has a warmth completely lack- ing in the latter. The other lady in the cast is Sarah Orenstein who plays the daughter of the recalled couple. She's taut as a bow string but she too is troubled by the inner tor- ment of unexpressed sen- suality. Michael Hanrahan has captured beautifully the mannerly toughness of all good security people as the RCMP superintendent charged with obtaining full details or the affairs - both political and sexual - of the ambassador He's labonously polite but tough .�� Around and About Your Dining &Entertainment Guide as hell. Able support is given by Adrian Hough as his assis- tant who might or might not be homosexual. who might or might not have been instructed to crack the sexual armour of the ambassador. There it is then; a play that could be a thriller or a character piece, narrative or probing. In attempting to be both, greatness eludes The Stillborn Lover. Even so, enjoyment re - ma i ns. ON SCREEN: Locally based Hollywood Canada Productions scored well at the recent Charleston International Film Festival. Gold medals were won for Best Television Pik)( and Best Fantasy Feature Film. The latter. Replikator starring tied Beatty, is doing good box office internationally. A Silver was secured in the same category for Strange Horizons which featured Mary Anne Tran- Sylania Terry, daughter of HCP president :dark Terry. There's an inside story behind her name. A Bronze was awarded for Lives Lived, Stones Told in the Television Pilot HCP has optioned the script Eros, a thriller set in an isolated cottage where two men and a woman vie for power in a game of sex- ual dynamics. Casting will be announced shortly. Where's our ofd muscle shirt' IN CABARET: The outstanding success of Craz_v For You at the Royal Alex has made Toronto Crazy For Ger- 1 ` Iri� �aanaParnon C All -- . - s a+ 25 Year Volunteer Tradition Shared By Baycrest Centre & Providence Centre On Christmas Day, Edith Stillman helped make the holiday a little cheerier for the residents at Providence Centre. Stillman and her husband Lou were among a group from Baverst Centre for Geriatric Care who volunteered to assist Providence Centre residents and patients with their Christmas dinner. T -w spirit of friendship between the Jewish -oriented Baycrest Centre and Catholic - sponsored Providence Centre is a tradition that began 25 years ago when Providence Centre sent out a request for volunteers to help them on Christmas Day. The response from Baverest Centre volunteers was immediate, and has continued ever since. We've developed a wonderful relationship with Providence Centre over the years," says Cecille Bidner, director of Baycrest's Volunteer Services. "We help give their hard working volunteers time off to celebrate the holiday with their families. It's a pleasure to provide company to their residents who may not have visitors o n('hnstmas Day, and our volunteers love the reception they get." "My husband and I love being with people." says Stillman. "We've both been volunteers at Baycrest Centre for close to 311 years, and helping out a Providence Centre on Christmas Day is very satisfying. For us, volunteering is about being there for others when they need help. At the end of the day we go home feeling great." Each spring the goodwill is reciprocated. luring the Jewish holy clays of Passover. Pro- vidence Centre vohnteers return the favour and head to Baycrest to help with Seder dinner. Above. Baycrest volunteers (1-r) Elsie Freedman, Edith and Lotra Stillman visit with Pro- vidence Centre resident '.Manan Collins. shwin. So, Nlirvish Produc- tions are presenting a Geshwin Festival from Feb. 7th to the 14th. A dif- ferent progam of Gershwin music will be presented nightly at some of T.O.'s best cabarets by some of our best artists. The festivities begin with 2D members of the cast of Crary For You in concert at Judy Jazz. That's in the Holiday Inn on King St. W. Melodv McShane, who's musical conductor of the show. will direct. On following nights Sam Crosby will appear at Bistro. Robert Cushman at The Wellington, Alex Dean at Judy Jazz followed by Salome Bey. Jackie Richardson at Top o' The Senator and Molly Johnson at Cameron House. On the last evening - Valentine's Day - impish Charlotte Moore will perform at Ed's Folly. Ticket prices for the opening gala are $15 in ad- vance; $20 at the door. For all other events, prices are $8 and $12. Call TicketKing or attend at the Royal Alex tux office. No ticketing ser- vice charges will apply. Proceeds from Crazy For Gershwin will be donated to Equity Fights Aids. IN CONCERT: For what ever reason, %'erdi's lovely opera Luisa Miller is rarely performed i it North America except at I he Met in New York and the Lyric in Chicago. This Sunday at 2:30 p.m. 1 rpera In Concert is presen- ting a single performance of it in the Ford Centre's Recital Hall. Diane King and Guillermo Silva -Marin will sing the leads. Susan Haig will conduct the Kitchener -Waterloo Svm- ptony. Verdi on a Sunday after- noon. fife is good. IN HEAT:' Sandra Shamas is perfor- ming all three instalments of "The Laundry Cycle.. for the first time, under the collective and caustic title The Sweethert Special. On Jan. 31st, she will pre- sent My Boyfriend's Back And There's Gonna Be Laundrv. On successive Tuesdays she'll offer The Cycle Continues and Wed- ding Bell Hell. Alert readers µtill have noted that the last night of perfor- mances is St. Valentine's Day. Make of that what you will. Tickets cost $100 for a three show package or $4o for single performances subject to availability. Miss Shamas is sometimes raunchy but always funny. She's also compassionate. The Sweetheart Special is being Presented to benefit four charitable organizations including The Hospital for Sick Children. IN TRANSITION: This Friday, Ciaran Sheehan is scheduled to take over the lead role in The Phantom of The Opera. He succeeds Peter Karne who is moving on to Li vent's touring production of the Phantom. It launches its Far East tour in Singapore on Feb. 28th and opens in Hong Kong on June 16th. Your Column is dining shortly with the Hong Kong Tourist Association and will endeavour to obtain details of the theatre where it will play. IN SKR%'ICE: Our East York readers are reminded that nomina- tion forms for the Agnes Macphail Award are now available in the East York Civic Centre. The award was in- augurated by the East York Council in 1994 to recognize residents who have made outstanding contributions in the areas of equality rights, social justice and leadership. Deadline for receipt of nominations is Feb. 17th. For further information, contact Councillor Lorna Kraw•chuk at 778 -MW. PARTI' TIME: Readers on their way to Florida are invited to a party this Saturday in Miami Beach. The Box is an interactive music -video channel: the one that first presented Soundgarden's Black Hole Sun. It promotes itself as Music Television You Con- trol. Now it's offering The Box Unwrapped, The Party We Cant' Control to celebrate the opening of its new global headquarters at 12th Street and Collins Ave. Guests are being offered "food, fun, schmoozing, live music, special guests and a degree of decadence." Mind you, it's sponsored by Pepsi so that "degree of decadence" is probably suspect. Anyway, it sounds like fun and we wonder if good bud Ken Wittich will be in attendance. We wish we could be. PAST EXIT: "Corruption, the most in- fallible symptom of con- stitutional liberty." Ed- ward Gibbon. travel] Travel The USA The Super Inexpensive Way Recession -weary Cana- dian travellers, hit by an ever -decreasing dollar, should welcome "The Super Pass", a new hotel and car voucher system that enables travelers to explore the western states or Florida from only $33 US per person, per day. based on double occupancy. The Super Pass vouchers offer overnight accom- modation for up to four guests, in more than 500 hotels and motels in Florida or the west and in addition, daily car rental, with CDW and unlimited mileage is included. In Florida these Super Value vouchers for accommoda- tion plus care are $66 US per day, and $70 US per day, in the western states. Another plus. The Super Pass voucher car rental system allows the flexibili- ty of no drop-off charges between each two adjacent western states. The states included in the program are California, Nevada. Oregon, Washington. Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah. Arizona, Montana and New Mexico. The Super Pass itinerary can be tailored to the length of individual vaca- tions, be they four days, four weeks or four months. Hotels can be booked in ad- vance, for peace of mind, but can be changed, with no penalties, once on the road. Hotels included in the Super Pass program are Days Inns, Comfort Inns, Holiday Inns, Howard Johnson and others. This way travellers are assured of clean, comfortable sur- roundings at the end of a long day. A detailed itinerary with hotels, maps and tips is in- cluded with each tour book- ed. Self -drive tour packages can be arranged. depending on individual preference, to be complete- ly pre -planned or free spirited. Whatever the choice, the savings are guaranteed. The Super Pass voucher is fully refundable when it is returned in full. There are no administration fees. Another plus is the toll-free number to a costomer ser- vice representative, to be used at any time to ensure a hassle free vacation. The Super Pass voucher vacation can be ordered frau a travel agent or by calling 1-1300.551-5518. Koldinghus Castle Where Everything Old Is New Again How do you restore a 700 -year old castle whose walls are literally caving in without destroying the sprit of the original struc- ture'. This was the challenge facing architects Inger and Johannes Fxner winners of a government competition. They propos- ed a daring concept - a restored castle whose in- terior would clearly in- dicate several rebui6rigs of successive periods and of the 11108 fire. In other words, when you were in- side the castle, you could see its history, layer upon laver. They succeeded beyond expectation. Originally erected by Danish King Erik Glipping in 1268 to defend the southern frontier of the Realm against the dukes of Schleswig, the castle per- formed a three -fold func- tion: a frontier bulwark, royal residence and local government site (Kolding boasts the oldest Town Seal in Denmark). Situated at the south end of Jutland, mirrored by picturesque Castle Lake over whose shores it towers, it is now largely responsible for the renaissance historic that the ancient city of Kolding is experiencing. The way in which walls and roof have been preserved ( they were almost ready to collapse!) is a tribute to engineering ingenuity. There's a system of 20 wooden col- umns which are not con- nected to the ground. In- stead, each sits in an iron shoe that has a steel ball resting on another steel ball. Thus, the building can withstand vibrations. In addition, walls are con- nected by an iron net which expands 10 to 15 cen- timetres according to the temperature. Loral vines and vegetation, serviced by a water pipeline, cling to the walls, retaining the natural look of '-ruins". Air space has been used as a positive feature and the ef- fect is dramatic and breath -taking. The present building, built on the ruins of the first castle, has undergone many face lifts since its erection in the 1400's. Originally it featured a moat system and a West Wing with high Gothic win- dows supplying light for the banquet hall of Christian I. The castle combined regal living with a fortress func- tion. Between 1550-1584 Christian III built his coun- try's first Protestant Royal Chapel in the castle, modelled on those of the German Lutheran princes. King Christian IV realiz- ed the Impression made by the castle - as the first greeting to guests from the south - was important. So he rebuilt it, adding the distinctive Giant's Tower and replacing his grand- father's chapel with a new, magnificently equipped royal chapel. Above it was a huge banqueting hall, 57 metres in length. The last major changes were made in the 1720's by King Frederik IV, who in- troduced a Baroque look. Unfortunately, in 1808 Spanish soldiers billeted there and loyal to Napoleon I were unable to control a fire in the guardroom chimney. The Giant's Tower collapsed and crush- ed the famous castle church below. For half a century the castle lay in ruins - picturesque, but in- creasingly at risk as locals used it for a quarry. It wasn't unit) 1970 that a definite commitment to restore it was made. Because Koldinghus Cas- Wed..fanuarp , 1995 771F, XF.WS POST Page 11 Spectacular Views, Maple Syrup, Shopping Along 1-95 Interstate 95 is a paved rainbow, and for many Canadians who travel south each year, there is 'gold' to be found at every exit along this 1,400 mile freeway. Linking Florida with New Brunswick and the Province of Quebec (via US 81) this well main- tained four -lane highway is the travel route of choice for snowbirds from Quebec, the Maritimes and Eastern Ontario. From the non-stop action of the Big Apple to a relax- ing and free game of golf on the Georgia coast, there is so much to do within sight of I-95 that travellers should consider stopping along the way. New York On a clear day motorists driving near New York Ci- ty along I-95 can see the Empire State Building. The 102 storey structure with two observatories, a gallery and information centre doesn't just offer a spectacular view of New York. From Jan. 12 -Mar. 13, the ground floor Obser- vatory gallery will be stag- ing the Roots of New York exhibit. This is not a show about families - artist John Gruber has taken tree parts, burls and all, and transformed them into works of art! The Empire State Building is open seven days a week, 9:30 a.m. to mid- night. For information about the art show and the Empire State Building phone ( 212) 7363100. New Jersev Maple syrup is synonymous with Canada. but New Jersey' Surpris- ingly, maple syrup is a big industry in the state. Maple syrup even tastes different here since it is produced in January and February. There are maple sugar- ing demonstrations across the state but one of the best is held every weekend in January and February at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in the town of Chatham. It's a bit off 1-96 but the detour is worth it. Visitors are shown how to tap a maple tree. how to make syrup, and best of all, how to eat it! For information and direc- tions contact the Center at ( 201) 635-6629. Penns) liana Canadian travellers look- ing for leading designer fashions at discount prices will want to make a stop at the Franklin Mills Outlet Mall in Philadelphia. Just.5 minutes from 1-95, this large, 200 store mall has a number of prestigious shops such as Saks 5th Avenue, Speigel, Nord- strom, Neiman Marcus, and Ports. Since Canadians are fre- quent visitors some stores accept payment in Cana- dian currency. In addition. any Canadian who brings proof of Canadian residence can obtain a free coupon book with $300 in savings from the mall's in- formation kiosk. The Franklin Mills Outlet Mall is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. ex- cept on Sundays (11 a.m.-6 p.m.). For information contact the mall at (800) 336 -MALL. Washington, Maryland, Virginia I-95 leads into Washington, DC, and the nearby states of Virginia and Maryland. Washington is home to many galleries, museums, and parks. But it is also home to outdoor skating rinks where one can skate in the shadows of the Washington Monument and other tamous land- marks. The capitol city is far enough south that only a sweater may be required. Skaters can try doing figure eights on govern- ment maintained rinks at the National Sculpture Garden ( tel : ( 202) 737-6938 ) or Perishing Park (tel: (202) 371-53421. Both rinks are operated seven days a week from 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. and have an admission charge of f5.00 U.S. Laurel, Maryland, only 18 miles north of Washington, is a conve- nient stopping place with dozers of hotels, motels and restaurants close to the freeway. From January through to March, after- noon thoroughbred races are held at Laurel Paris. Canadian race fans won't want to miss a very special race being held Jan. 16. The Native Dancer Han- dicap is a 5-5,000 purse race named in honour of the Canadian horse. Nor- thern Dancer, sire of over 600 horses. The Laurel Park Racetrack is just east of 1-95 in the town of Laurel. For information ................................................ . ... tie also serves as a Museum, it possesses a "living" quality. Perma- nent collections include priceless lace, silver and medieval ecclesiastical sculptures. Last year an exhibit of the works of Miro attracted thousands, as did a recent exhibit of Giacomotti. The Banquet Hall reverberates with echoes of the past when us- ed for State functions presided over by Queen Margrethe II, concerts by artists such as Whitney Houston or for chamber music. On such occasions ilumination is supplied by hundreds of candles sitting in exquisite crystal chandeliers. Koodlinghus Castle has been called "a masterpiece blending the ruin into modern Danish architec- ture" (as exemplified by the recently opened City Holiday Village ("Byferie") along the lake's shore. It might bet- ter be described as living proof that, a- a recent popular sung put it, "everything old is new again". A special exhibi- tion of Royal glassware will be shown at Koldinghus Museum from Oct. 13 to Dec. 31, 1995. Some 300 pieces from the private collection of Queen Margrethe II will be ex- hibited. Be sure to ask about Kolding's Star Card which includes admission to the castle, geographical gardens and Trapholt Art Museum at reduced prices. Be A Volunteer Put meaning in your life by becoming a volunteer. Dozens of opportunities ex- ist to help non profit organizations. Teach literacy or computer skills, use graphic design skills to Produce brochures, help with creative fundraising and special events, super- vise pre-schoolers. Many other opportunities are available, just call the Scarborough Volunteer Centre at 264.2308 for more details. and complete directions about Laurel Park and its winter schedule call (301) 725-0400. The capitol district is both the seat of govern- ment and the heart of the military establishment. In Arlington, Virginia, the Pentagon (world's largest office building) houses the U.S. armed forces. Visitors can tour this facility Mon- day through Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. For infor- mation about Pentagon touts call (703) 695-1776. For military pageantry, the public is welcome to at- tend the Army's Retire- ment Review, held on the last Thursday of each month in Fort Myers Ceremonial Hall. The ceremony features the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, the U.S. Army Band, and the Old Guard Continental Color Guard. Dressed in ceremonial Blues, these are colourful pageants with marching, music. pomp and cir- cumstance. For informa- tion about the ceremonies call ( 7031 696:3147. The U.S. Army Band per- forms every Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Fort Myers Bruckner Hall, January through April. The concerts are free of charge. For further information call ( 703) W&3399. North Caroffm Queen Elizabeth pro- bably won't be visiting Raleigh this winter: however, some of her most prized art possessions will. The North Carolina 3lrseum of Art, in conjunc- tion with the Royal Library in London, England. will. for the first time in the United States, be ex- hibiting the outstanding English and Flemish draw- ings from Windsor Castle. This choice selection of 64 Dutch and British draw- ings comes from the private collection of the Queen. The art pieces. some dating back to the 17th century, will go on display Jan. 28 for three months. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and there is no admission charge. Travellers should exit I-95 at highway 64 to reach downtown Raleigh. For further information contact the museum at ( 919) 833-1965. v4mth Carolina Warmer weather will greet Canadian travellers by the time they reach South Carolina. A popular stop is Santee, where moderately priced accom- modation is readily' available- It's also a great place to play a round of golf with six area championship golf courses open to the public. During the winter, green fees for guests stay- ing in selected hotels motels are as low as $35 U.S. per person. For information about Santee accommodations and attractions contact the Santee Cooper Counties Promotion Commission toll-free at ( 800) 227-8510. Golf Santee sends out free brochures and booklets about golf establishments and special winter rates, and can be reached toll - free at ( 800) 345.7888. Georgia One of the most popular areas along I-95 is Inter- change 7 at the City of Brunswick, Georgia. Located at the junction of 1-95 and US 341, this coastal community earns top marks from snowbirds With its large selection of accommodation, restaurants, and shopping. It's also the gateway to the four islands comprising the Golden Isles - St. Simons, Sea, Little St. Simons and Jekyll Islands. 'Ibis year Jekyll Island has put together a terrific package for duffers. Golfer's Heaven is a pro- gram which provides com- plimentary greens fees for every golfer (excluding cart rental) who stays at a participating hotel. cot- tage, or campground. For each night stay, one receives a round of golf free at the four courses on Jekyll Island. Contact the Jekyll Island Convention and Visitors Bureau toll-free at 1800 ) 841-65% for further infor- mation and a copy of the Golfer's Heaven brochure. "As Canadians make their way south along I-95. they will Find there are numerous events taking place with many hotels and attractions offering special discounts." said Bill Tappe, Regional Director of Canada for the United States Travel and Tourism Administration (=A; For more information, the public may contact Travel USA, at I -900-351-41W. 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