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ON TWE To 11M6 "MTN This Space Could Be Yours For 11 PER WEEK This Space Could Be Yours For $1200 PER WEEK 40c per copy Published by Watson Publishing Company Ltd. Every Wednesday Second Class Mall Registration No. 1645 315 per yr. by mail Pickering Handyman Trees removed & Pruning Garbage Removed Yard Work Snow Shovelling Reasonable rates. hourly or contract Call Rod 427-8213 c ul. 27 No. 3 Pickering. lMtariu N% ed. Jannar% 22. 1992 PICKERING 12 osf At a recent Pickenrg Arts Council crafts show and sale in Rougernount Libtrary ane of the participants was Eleanor LeCraw who operates under "Stitches by Eleanor". ibere are a lot of crafts people in Pidkenng with very interesting items. iPhoto - Bob Watson) Durham Home Sales Top 1990 Some 47% more homes were sold in 1991 than 1990 in the Durham Region by local realtor s. reports the Oshawa & District Real Estate Board t ODREB I . These statistics show that even during rough economic times, the residents of Durham Region still have faith in home ownership as one of the best investments they can make. "In 1991 there were 5,671 residential sales," says Board President Mark Smith, FRI, CMR: "com- pared to only 3,837 the year before.,. 71he average price for the homes sold by members of ODREB in 1991 was $153,119. compared to $165,375. for 1990, a decrease of 7.4%. "I feel that the reason for the drop in average price is that 43% of the homes sold went for between $100.000 and $149,000 compared to 3D% in 1990." says Smith. -This his shows that there is still high confidence for first time horneixtyers. As the interest rates dropped, people who had been waiting to buy their first home were now able to, and people wanting to sell their starter home and move up also now had that option... Celebrity Basketball Game The Head Injury Associa- under 12, are available at tion of Durham Region is Durham College's Athletic sponsoring a Spitfires Department and at the Celebrity Basketball Game Head Injury Association of on Tues. Jan. 28th at 5:30 Durham Region. p.m. at Durham College. Proceeds of this event go This event features the to the Head Injury Associa- world-famous Spitfires tion of Durham mon. wheelchair basketball Although Councillor team playing a select team Higdon sympathized with from the Scarborough to of celebrities - playing in Sound time to vote, council sided wheelchairs. Also included unanimously with the in the ticket price is admis- sion to the Durham Lords hunters. vs. Mohawk College "I will not support the by- O.C.A.A. men's basketball Visit the "Sound of game. Music" country through Tickets, which sell for $5 film at the Rouge Hill adult. $3 student with free Library on Wed. Jan. 29th admission for children at 7 p.m. Admission is free. 2%2�lT'/ i • _J�t;�/ ��1 PRINTING 683.1968 Serving the Community for 25 Years! Hunting Will Continue by Brenda Birinyi dogs and cats on the list. Hunting in the Pickering "I assure you, no one put area will continue despite the name of their dog or cat residents objections and on the petition when they fear for their safety. signed," emphasized resi- Designated provincial- dent Doug Wilson taking owned hunting grounds, the floor for a second time have abutting land owners to rebut the comment. lobbying for a proposed by- Although Councillor law to prohibit hunting Higdon sympathized with from the Scarborough to the residents, when it came the Ajax border of Picker- time to vote, council sided ing across concessions 4 & unanimously with the �. hunters. Equally split delegations "I will not support the by- :ippeared before council law to eliminate hunting iast week which included and fishing," said Court - hunters representing the cillor Brenner. "Hunting, Pickering Rod & Gun Club. fishing and horseback Lee Morgan. a Pickering riding is a part of the blend resident since 1953 and a that we enjoy bere in founding member of the Pickering." gun club. maintained that the police had never laid a Council observed• with charge related to hunters the absence of local trespassing , as accused) ratepayers' associations on on adjacent properties and hand protesting the hun- does not share their con- ting. a petition was not cet a . enough for the council to "They I residents I can side with the community. call the police if someone is Back-up information in doing this. We are not going the main agenda indicated to break a law that would full support from the go against public safety." Ministry of Government vows Morgan. Immediate Services (which is the neighbours signed a peti- largest landowner in the tion with 65 signatures sup- area) in agreement with porting the hunting ban. the residents. Not in agree - However, the hunters ment on this night, questioned the validity of however, was council's the petition and went as far decision to enact a by-law as accusing the residents of to barn the discharge of putting the names of their firearms in this locality. Judge Reserves Decision dv Bremia Birinyi before the courts yesterday The decision of a possible to request a re-count. re -cant in the ward one Brenner's and regional council vote is yet Matheson's lawyers unknown. argued their case for over Ken Matheson is two hours resulting in challenging Regional Coun- Judge Crawford reserving cillor Maurice Brenner's his decision until next election victory and went Tues. Jan. 211th at 2 p.m. Horsing Around At Enniskillen Conservation The time has come to get outside and enjoy the winter' The Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority will be offering horsedrawn sleigh rides at Enniskillen Conservation Area on Sun. Jan. 16, Feb. 9, 16 and 23. Hours of operation will be 11 a.m. to 3 p.m Ticket prices is $1.75 per ride. All rides leave from the barn area. In the case of inadequate snow conditions, a wagon will be substituted or the rides cancelled. Remember to bring your skates and toboggans for extra fun. Directions: Take Regional Road 57 north, from the intersection of Taunton Road and Regional Road 57, to the 7th Cordon, go west to Holt Road, then north to the park entrance. For more information contact the authority office at 41&579-0411. SNOWMOBILES CAN'T SWIM... Page 2 THE NEWS POST Wed. Januar '2`', 1992 Opinion a page for expression for you and us Let's Believe In Equality by Bob Watson After months of dialogue and political discussion on Canada's constitution a great many Canadians are ab- solutely fed up' millions of tax dollars have been poured down the drain while all kinds of ideas and input have been given to the money happy politicians at Ottawa. We believe that most Canadians wish that the Trudeau regime had never created a constitution for us when we ran our country on the very flexible British system of justice built on centuries of experience. Americans told us not to get a constitution because in their country many resolutions are stalled because of the number of states required for changes. So why don't we abolish the constitution and revert to the better way I Then there is the constant aggravating reference to the "distinct society" in Quebec! Why can't Quebec look after its own French language and culture without a special power' It seems to us that province has been "different" for a long time without a note in the constitution about being "distinct". All Canadians of every province are "distinct". If it is decided to give any special powers to Quebec - like the con- trol on immigration which it has now - then all provinces should have the same power. Let's take the "native people" demands for self- government. R'hv can't each Indian reserve that wishes self-government become a mlmicipality. But let's not give native peoples separation from Canadian rule when they are sucking billions out of the Canadian governments while each native person works in our society and pays no income tax' Come on, don't we believe in "equality"' We believe that each Canadian citizen should be equal and there should be no special privileges for any person who leans on his or her race or group from centuries back in time. This is 1992 - let's act like today. not yesterday' Why French First? Dear Ed Why French First' Yes indeed "Rin• French at all"'. Why are so many Canadians in any petty position of authority so desperate to push the French language down our throat° Is there money in it somewhere' Are they get - ung paid for it enough to sell their country' Official-bi-lingualism only applies to a number of Govern- ment Depts. Canada is not a French speaking country; no matter how maty people he when saving that it is. Your reader B. Slingsby is perfectly cat. ect. Perhaps I can define Britain England for him. In 1606 King James the 6th of Scotland became King James First of England and in I7Td' came the Union of Scottish and English parliaments creating the United Kingdom. Britain defeated France in 1759 and in 1763 King Louis of France ceded all rights in Quebec to Britain. Since then ever person born in Quebec is a British subject. In 186: rseral British Provinces united voluntarily to become the first British Domsubject-..- all British subjec J. McMillan 2 Treew•ood St. Apt 310. Scarborough Why These Signs? R,ecentl} the City of Scarborough placed ..STOP" signs at the corner of Scunthorpe Rd. and Invergordon Ave. This seemed a reasonable move in view of the youngsters going to and from school and the volume of cars rising Scunthorpe to avoid traffic on Markham Rd. But then 40 kmh signs were installed replacing the 50 kmh ones. Really on this short street is this speed limit necessary as well as the '7501' ciarrq' elf is this to he a radar trap for Metro Police' Here and There October energy summary Ontario Hydro supplied 10,725,Ti3 megawatt -hours of electricity during October, up about .4 percent from Oc- tober, 1990. Year-to-date energy use is 112.773,2941 megawatt -hours, about the same as last year. The 20 minute peak this October was 18,102 megawatts, down from 18.300 megawatts in October. 19% news .Kos Published every Wed resday by Watson Publishing Company Limited. Est. 1950 Office b Address: 150 Milner Ave. Unit 35. Scarborough. Ont. MiS 3R3. Telephone 291-2583 Publisher & General Manager - Bob 'Watson Office Manager - Iron Watsu.i ADVERTISING - Irene Watson. Bertha Kronenberg, EDITORIAL - Audrey Purkiss., Diane ir,ut Ica�.l, Bill Y:a: SUBSCRIPTIONS - $15 per year - 40t a copy. Mainstream Canada A national tax tragedy BY :Michael R'vc•ks Fact: '•The Goods and Ser- vices Tar has cost Canadian businesses almost $10 billion in implementation and compli- ance costs. It has taken an unprecedented toll on con- sumers, small business owners and the economy as a whole To introduce this tax, and levv such an enormous cost burden when the economy was in the midst of a severe recession, is uncon- scionable."—president John Bulloch, Canadian Federation of Independent Business, November 5, 1991. Fiction: "Canadians will realize the GST isn't a bureau- cratic nightmare after a week, two weeks, or a month of learn- ing how the tax works. The GSr win sell itself and won't be an issue in six months or the next federal election."—federal rev- enue minister Otto Jdinek, January 4, 1991. Now, the sobering truth can be known. A massive new study carried out by CFIB has clearly shown the crippling ins p the GST has had. A total of 25,362 small- and medium-sized busi- nesses from every region of Canada responded to a survey. conducted in June. The sun•vey asked business ownersto detail the costs acs.x-fated with the new tax and the results were then extrapolated to the overall economy. The Overwhelming response is the strongest the organization has receised to a national sur%n in its 20-vcar histor. Asked about the overall impact of the GST, -1 per cent of rcapondcnts sets the tax has had a negaticc efte:t on their businesses. Only K per cent of small business owners feel the GS -T has benctitted their oper- ation. The number one reason for opposing the GST is the extraordinary costs of impic- menting and operating the new tax. Bulloch explained that the GST's total price tag for 1991— $9.6 billion—is comprised of two different costs associated with the new tax system: the one-time cost to a business of implementing the GST; and the ongoing costs associated with collecting and remitting the GST. "While the federal government sat back and watched the massive revenues generated by this tax conte pouring in, the small business sector, for one; was spending Pots of motley just to imple- ment a system to collect it." The total one-time costs (which included point-of-sale equip- ment, professional fees, and an unrelenting drain on owners' time). extrapolated to the entire economy, will reach S3 billion by the end of the year. Impor- tantly, almost three quarters of this tab (74 per cent) will cone out of the pockets of smaA firms as compared to a mere 6 per cent from larger firms (more than 100 employees). CF1B .ice presidennt, research and chief economist. Catherine Swift, says the one-time costs are enough of a burden but the ongoing costs, otherwise known as compliance costs, have been nothing short of lethal. "We asked respondents to evaluate the monthly coot of colicti-ting and remitting the GST. The total was a whopping SS:`9.9t) per month. By extra- polating the curve% results to the entire Canadian economy, the total :ompliancc cost to business will reach S6.6 billion tier 1991." In concluskxn, Bulloch swm "If there was ever am doubt, ( anadian can now safely con- cludc that the GST simple does net work. The government owes this country an apology in the form of rapid policy changes towards a fairer, simpler tax, something the GST is not." CFfS Fye..r SrMC& Here and There Ciseplex saves $4411411,0110 with energy efficient bulbs Cineplex Corporation expects to save $400.000 a year with the installation of energy efficient lightbulbs in all of its 60 Ontario theatres. Cineplex is the first company in the province to imple- ment energy efficient lighting throughout its operations in Ontario. The company received incentives from Ontario Hydro totalling $140,000 to help offset conversion costs of about $625.000. With an estimated energy savings of 28 per- cent annually, the company will recover the conversion cost in about 14 months. In another energy conservation initiative Cineplex is distributing Ontario Hydro coupons to movie-goers for sav- ings on energy efficient lightbulbs in the home. The com- pany received a commemorative plaque from Hydro Chair Marc Eliesen in recognition of its commitment to energy ef- ficiemv Bill 143 Will Affect Rights Of Muncipalities Don Cousens, Progressive Conservative Environment Critic, is demanding the government hold public hearings on Bill 143, the Waste Management Act. Hearings would provide more input into the precedent setting bill that is speeding through the legislative process. Hearings would also address municipal rights and the long term implica- tions for municipal waste disposal in Ontario. "Bill 143 gives the Ministry of Environment (MOE) power to unilaterally dictate waste management pro- cedures, which are traditionally and legally overseen by municipal governments," says Cousens. "Years of legisla- tion giving municipalities the right to make their own waste mangement decisions will be wiped out. In its place will be a bill giving the MOE the dictatorial right to enforce their own ideas about waste management. Ibis bill removes all legislation enshrined in the Municipal Act, The Ontario Municipal Board Act, the Planning Act, the Environmental Assessment AM and the Environmental Protection Act as pertaining to waste disposal systems." "This bill is moving quickly through the legislative pro- cess and could become law before municipalities in Ontario are aware of it. At that time it will be too late," says Cousens who believes public hearings in January will benefit Ontario municipalities and give them the opportuni- ty to raise their concerns with the government. Bill 143, made public on Oct. 24. 1991, is the first piece of environmental legislation from the New Democratic Government to establish new guidelines for landfill sites in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and sets a precedent for ministerial intervention into waste disposal processes in every municipality in Ontario. It makes null and void all waste menagement agreements a municipality may have. "What is offensive and reprehensible about Bill 143 is the speed at which the government %•ants to pass this bill. In fact many municipal politicians have not had an opportuni- ty to analyze the bill and many will not be sworn into office until after Dec. 1," explains Cousens. "Municipalities in Ontario have had no time to react... ..This government is breaking its own mandate of listen- ing to the people,** says Cousens, " and by rushing through this bill without taking into consideration municipal rights, long term impricatias and input from municipalities. in- dustry and business they are in violation of every process they have insisted previous governments fogow." Colleens is outraged that the proposed list of landfill sites for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). to be released in November, will not be released until after Bill 143 is passed. "nue bill demands landfill sites to be chosen immediately to alkviate the waste crisis in the GTA. Under these emergency measures, the bill denies affected municipalities the ngbt to an assessment hearing." says Cousens. "This list of sites should be nude available to give municipalities time to react... Consultations On Proposed Reform Of Labour Relations The Government of Ontario will be conducting consulta- tions an its proposed reform of the Ontario Relations Act (OLRA) in the next few weeks. In the Toronto area they will be on Tues. Feb. 4th through Thurs. Feb. 6th. Persons wishing to make a presentation at the consulta- tion hearings should send a written request by mail or fax, stating a preferred location, to: OLRA Consultations. Ministry of Labour. Policy Diviswri. 15th floor, 400 Univer- sity Ave., Toronto, Ont. M7A IT7. Tel: (416) 326-6325 Fax: ( 416) 326-7650. Requests must be received no later than 14 days prior to the consultation date. Attendance will be con- firmed at least one week prior to the hearing. It is expected that representatives of a broad cross-section of groups af- fected by the proposed reform of the OLRA will be involved in the consultations. In addition to the consultation hearings, the government invites written submissions on OLRA from all interested Parties. Submissions, to be received by the Ministry of Labour no later than Fri. Feb. 14, should be sent to: Bob Mackenzie M.P.P., Minister of Labour, Labour Relations Act Reform, 14th floor, 400 University Ave., Toronto, Ont., M7A 177. Enquiries about the consultation process should be directed to: Annette Snowdon, Consultation Co-ordinator, ( 416) 32fr7400. A Little Humour... 8. Wife: George, you promised you'd be home at 4. it's now George: Honey, please listen to me. Poor old Fred is dead. He just dropped over on the eighth green. Wife: Oh, that's awful. George: It surely was. For the rest of the game it was hit the ball, drag George. hit the ball, drag George. r ----------------------------------------n Give A Gift That Lasts All Year! A year's subscription to one of these newspapers SCARBOROUGH AGINCOURT WEST HILLnews news news CHECK THE NORTH YORK EAST END (_KiRIN( ne ne O S � Renewal _. ONE YOU WANT ' New Send $15 cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Ont.M1S 3143! Name Address Contest Winner Gets Energy -Efficient Home A Pembroke woman, winner of a province -wide contest sponsored by Ontario Hydro, will soon be moving into a new energy-efficient R-2000 Home built by the Cambridge -based Quality Homes Ltd. Morah Clouthier recently received the 'key' to her new home which will be constructed anywhere in the province. Her winning entry from last October's "Hey Neighbour, Be A Power Saver" campaign came from Pembroke's Homecare hardware store. The R-2000 energy-efficient home has a retail value of ,about s11o,o0o. Pictured above are Ms. Clouthier, (left); Alex Saba, in- terim manager of Hydro's Conestoga office; Don Nash, pt^esident of Homecare; Victor Ruffolo, president of Quality Manufactured Homes Ltd. and Glen Wood, the local utility representative from Hydro's Cambridge -North Dumfries office. Nominations Wanted For Environmental Achievement Encouraging Canadians to adopt a "partnership" role in the environment, Minister of State for the Environment Pauline Browes has announced that n rninations are now being accepted for the 1992 En- vironmental Achievement Awards. Established in 19e9, the awards recognize the com- mitment and contribution of individuals and organizations devoted to protectiM oonsaving. and trebabilitatiog the environ- ment. 'The awards celebrate the exceptional participa- tion of Canadians from all walks of life who war to protect and restore our en- vitorurheat," said Minister Browses. "We can achieve a dearer and healthier en- viroament only if all of us - government, organiza- tions, business and in- dividuals - play an active role." Nominations will be ac- cepted in five of the six categories: Non-profit Organizatiom Outstanding twns for En- vironmental Awareness, Corporate Environmental Leadership, Lifetime Achievement, and En- vironmental Leadership by a Municipality. In the sixth category, Environmental Science Fair Project, the winner is chosen by En- vironment Canada and the Youth Science Foundation; nominations, therefore, are not FSns are selected by the Canadian Environmen- tal Advisory Council. an in- dependent advisory body comprised of environmen- talists, academics. scien- tists and business representatives. Appiwations can be ob. Pained from any Environ - Ment Canada office or by contacting the Enquiry Centre at 1-f044 6767. Nominations must be postmarked on or before Feb. 15th. and should be sent to Enquiry Centre. En- vironment Canada, Place Vincent Massey, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard. Hull, Quebec, K1A 01U. Individuals and organizations nominated in previous years, and not chosen as award -winners, may be nominated again. An acknowledgment will be sent to everyone who sub- mits a nomination form_ The 1992 awards ceremony will take place w May. Metro Toronto Council News Apputmei is To CNE Three offices nominated by the Board of Directors, Canadian National Exhibi- tion Association have been appointed to the Board of Governors of Exhibition Place until the fall of NM 'They are Frederick Eisen, Irene Palmer and Ken Morrish. Ricard G. Stackhouse, president of the CNE Association, is an est -officio member of the Board of Govemors. Appointments To Metro Zoo Board The four representatives nominated by the Zoological Society of Metro Toronto have been approv- ed as appointees to the Board of Management of the Metro Toronto Zoo. The four included Thomas I.A. Allen, Dr. Jon Barlow, Mrs. Suzanne Bristow and Jeffrey Mar- shall. New Metro Hall Plans are being made to reduce paper for the 1992 move of Metro Toronto employees and all the depts. to the new Metro Hall down by the CN Tower and Metro Convention Cen- tre. Digital Strip Mapping Council has approved paying $67,035.50 to Nor- thway Map Technology Limited of Don Mills for ,providing digital strip mapping products for the Transportation Dept. Fonds For Recycling Metro Cancil has ap- proved providing the City of Toronto with i200.Wo for recycling containers of- fered to small offices and retail outlets, restaurants and institutions such as hospitals, colleges and universities, eligible for the City of Toronto's recycling collection service. Children's Services Area Metro Council has ap- proved of leasing property at 1577 Danforth Ave. for additional space for The Children's Services Area Office, Toronto East. TAKE TIME TO REACH OUT TO YOUR NEIGHBOURS. Good Neighbours Surx�ry by each Oew TO nE PART OF TI[IS CAMPAIGN, CALL TM hm4ISTW OF crrrmNSEQp OFFICE FOR SVOORS' ISSUES 141011-W74=1 Wad Jnnnary " low IMP NFWCIPacr P.e. It r:::.':.::'::.1:-:^:!:!ti.P'•!: rte: -wr. Inuit ArtaiGS CE te_ � Conference-��� �l '�►�` HUNTINGWOOD At McMichael RESTAURANT From Jan- 24 to 26, the r 2351 Brimley Rd.Scarborough at Huntirgwood 291-5627 , McMichael Canadian Art Collection will play host to ' PASTA ' Inuit art enthusiasts,Bring this certificate any evening and we'll take $10 off the already great scholars and collectors for price of Dinner for Two. a two-day Inuit Art Sym- posium. The conference is Our complete special dinners include soup or salad, entre6 with garnish being presented in conjunc- and dessert of the day and start at just 9.95. ' tion with the exhibition Cape Dom Drawingsand $ Pants to is P� of 10 OFF Offer valid until March 15,1992 $1 0 O F F otigoing partnership bet- L fexcludinq Valentine's Dayl McMichael the McMidaand the west Baffm Eskimo Co- Operative (WBEC) to docu- ment and exhibit the Coop's archives. The conference, which is Scaroorough open to the public. will Board feature facility tours, lec00 - tures and panel d'iscu-ssww an various tapes specific to the McMichael and the West Baffin Eskimo Co- . J operative. as well as more general `ssi affecttgA.S. Taytor AwahOs 159 u it art today. On Fri. Jan. 24, coo- — — — — - ference p u ticipants will have `� opportunity ft DoYXIkwwsarMe who tour the e=tensive Toronto - Dominion Baht Inuit Art Collection located in downtown Toronto and have a personal tour of the current Innat art display at the Art Gallery of Ontario. Later that evening, a �r1��r►�A>Z.,�� reception will be held at the McMichael to celebrate Cape Dorset Drownings and The Scarborough Board of Education is pleased to Prints and to provide accept nominations for the A.S. Taylor Award. guests with an opportunity presented annually to individuals who have made an to see first band the state- outstanding contribution to public education in of -the -art WEBC Document Scarborough. tatian Centre, which open- ed in Match 1991 Musicians from the The A.S. Taylor Award is the Scarborough Board's The conference fee is $75 most prestigious honour. It is named for Anson (Cod) per person which in- Taylor. Director of Education at the Board from 1961 dudes two lunches, coffee to 1977. The award will be presented at the opening tiandfundaebl ceremonies of Education Week on Monday, May 4, registration fee of $20. For 1992' more information on the — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — conference and bookings Nominees may be teaching or non -teaching staff of call Ann Kubasta at (416) the Scarborough Board, both active and retired; 893-1121. students in the Scarborough public school system. for the general public with and members of the community. Nomination forms GrassRoots may be obtained from any Scarborough public elementary or secondary school, or from the Student ConcertScarborough and Community Services Department, Level 3, Board of Education, 140 Borough Drive. Musicians from the Toronto Symphony will Nominations must be submitted to the Student and perform at the Royal On- Community Services Department no later than tario Museum (ROM), on 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 1992. For more Tues. Feb. 4th at 12 noon information, call 396-7581. with selections from Bach, Mendelssohn and — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Beethoven. Admission is free for Mme g_ BM C. Cacti seniors. The concert is free Charman of ft Board Directs d Elcatgn for the general public with admission to the ROM. Page 4 THE NEW&POST Wed. January 22, 1!!2 DIARY MVN��Y Gp M Space under this heading is available at no charge to non - Prot] t groups. WED. JA NUA R Y 22 5:30 am. - 4:30 p.m. FIRST AID CPR COURSES First Aid CPR training courses are offered ongoing, daytime, evenings and weekends at Scarborough Red Cross, 1095 Bellamy Rd. N. Call 438-5243, Monday to Friday, for more details and to register. 1 p.m. CRIBBAGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of cribbage every. Wednesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmoun( Rd. Phone 3964040. 1 - 3 p.m. BINGO Birkdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo even• Wednesday at Birkdale Com- munity Centre. 1299 Ellesmere Rd. 2 - 8:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Highland Creek Legion, 45 Lawson Rd.. Scarborough. Help the Red Cross help others by attending this clinic. All donors are welcome. 2:30 p.m. S.%.A.N. HEFTING The next meeting of Scarborough Women's Action Network (SWAN) will he held at Scarborough Women'. Centre. 91 Eastpark Blvd. For more detail, call Lunda kosowan. 431-1138. 7 p.m. CRIME. PRF%ENTION SEMINAR Scarborough Neighbourhood Action Committee and Metro Police are conducting a crime prevention seminar at St. Margaret's in the Pines Church. 4130 Lawrence Avc. E. Everyone k urged to at- tend. Topics will include crime prevent ion tips, home security, street t ro,,fing and Jic witnc,,. For more details call 438-3'19. i. p.m. RETIREMENT PLANNING Jack Visser of the Dominion Trust Company is holding a free seminar on RRIF's. Annuities and Retirement Planning in the batik branch a; 180 Steele. Ave. W., Just west of Yonge St.. Thornhill. Call RSZ-8588 to reserve sour sea:. 7:0 - 9 p.m. ALZHEIM-ER's FAMILY "A PPORT GROG r The Alzheimer's Family Support Group meets the second and fourth Vbednesday of every month at Brimley Acres, 2950 Lawrence Avc. E. (next to Bendak Acres). Scarborough Pubic Health !Nurses and special guest speakers offer practical advice and information, discum stages of the disease. current medial research, legal con- cerns, community support and placement issues. For details pH 396-42'8. 7LO p.m COMPASSIONATE FittENDs MFFT The Toronto Chapter of Compassionate Friends for Grieving Patents, meets evenfourth Wcdnesdav of the month at True Dayid- s,n Acrc,, 3110 Dawc, Rd. For more det&Ls all Iris, 69R-4628. 7:30 p.m. FAMIt.i LIFE CR(X P A Support Group meets weekly to your cY.mmunny for parentswhose kids are in trouble with drugs, alcohol, running away, crimes, parent abuse and dropping cut of whc". The Sart-ough group meets cscr) Wednesday at ':30 p.m. For mors infermatiem call 8 p.m. F1'('HIU Scarlxrough Ladies Au+uhar%. Royal Canadian L.cgikm Branch 614. 100 Salomc Dr., south of Sheppard A, c. haween Midland Ave. & Brimlc% Rd.. sponsors an c.cning of euchre csrry Wcdne,- day. AJirummem is S2 indidmg prizes and refreshments. Ever)onc is wciconic. THURS. JA NUAR Y 23 9 - 11 am. FA.MII.i LIFE GR/)t P Young rnothcr, in the commune, arc Invited to attend the Famih l ntc Group at Wesl Hill l nited Chur:h, 62 Orchard Park Dr., Wcst Hill. Thr group meets user, Thursday. ;o enjo% ,pecker,. craft, and :cllow,hip. Babvsnung is ava,lahlc. For marc details call 281-4120. 10 am. - 5 p.m. BLOOD D()%OR L ni%cr,ev of Ton,n:,, - F ni:111- ^e. 'saW-rd Fleming awiding. 10 king', C ollcvr RJ Help the Reef C n•„ nclp other, h, attending :hl, jtnl:. -til Jon"', arc wcicomc. 10 am. - 1 p.ra N*:ARI.i NFN 8011 ilQt F- A '-earls \cur &.: anque. te-c unng gorx; u cd clothing ;, h." c,er, Thur,dav a: Si. ( rispin', Ang!i:an Chur:h. " (ralglce Ir , larborough. For mors iclail, :all 261-4'(kl. N am. SHt F-Fl.*JM)ARD All stnie+r, ,ver the age of ss arc tnvued to cnloy a morning of ,hutfletxoard c%cT% Thur day a: Stcphcn Icacock Seniors Ccrit rc. 2520 Si%hmount RJ, Phonc 39f.4lliU_ 12:Z5 p.m. EI CHR*. All senior, over the age of 55 arc invited to cn)oy an afiernoxon of euchre at Stephen I.cacock Senior Ccntrc, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 396-4040. 12:* P.m. Et CHRE Birkdalc senior citizens invite ncrvonc 55 vcar, and oyer to cn)oy euchre cscry Thursday at Birkdale Communuy Centre, 1299 Ellcsmerc Rd. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. LONG TFJLM CARE REFORM Rhone Phillip, and Mary Lou Henderson, Community Health and Social Service, Branch of the provincial government, will discu„ the reformed strategy on how to minimalize institutionalisa- tion and maximize quality home, family and community living, in the Synagogue. The Bernard Basel Centre, 1003 Siceles Asc. W., 'sK rrh York. It', free. 2:30 - A P.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC' North York Sheridan Mall, 1700 Wilson Ave., Downsview. Take the :lme to give the inti of life• it', free. All dorxrs are welcome. 7 p.m. LEGAL CbUNNFI.1JNG Agincourt Community Services Association, 4139 Sheppard Ave. E. offers free legal counselling every Thursday evening. Call 321-6912 for an aplxvntmcni. 7 - 11 P.M. CHESS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursday, and Friday, in room 113 at Agincourt Collegiate, 2621 Midland Ave. one block north of Sheppard. For details call 493-1019. 7 - 11 p.m. CHESS CLUB The Interregional A.W.H.P.A.A.0. Chess Association and its affiliate West Hill Chess Club offer rated slow -play and acti%e-play chess tournaments, speed chess, and casual play on Tuesday, and Thursdays at Sir Oliver !Nowa( Collegiate, 5400 Lawrence Ave. E. For information phone 283-6296 or 284-5860. Share your home R'.wn. mature and understanding families and individuals are needed to share- their homes with a child or adult with a developtrcentai di,ahifity. We arc interested in people who have a Wong desire to help others and who are able to mail Commitment Y-, may choose to -share your home on a full-time basis or for occasional parent relief lei, will provi&, lv,u ru•ilh lra; it qg, prufcssional suqx)rr, and a f •o • !„r• svr it ,• V, marc ;n .r :. ri,,n ,Iris call: Supportive Home Shirr - 9613-0650, ext. 25o Metro Toronto; A.ssorci;ir • fox Gitrimunity Laving (A I nited Viay Member Agency) to THURS. JANUARY 23 7:30 p.m. BINGO An evening of Bingo is held every Thursday at Metropolitan Com- munity Church of Toro rite, 2029 Gerrard St., east of Woodbine Ave. Everyone is wcicorrx. For details call 690-2133. 7:30 - 10:30 P.M. S%%T`FT ADELINFS Scarborough Sweet Adeline. meets every Thursday evening at Washington United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd. (east of Markham Rd.). It is open to women of all ages who love to sing. For nwre details call Marg Otter at 225-9929. 7:30 p.m. PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING The Reform Party of Canada, Don Valley North Constituency Association, is holding a public information meeting at Don Valley Junior High Sch000l, 3100 Don Mills Rd. at Seneca Hill Dr. There Will be a speaker and time for questions. Admission is free. 8 p.m. STRING QUARTET Music Toronto presents the Takacs String Quartet at the Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre, 27 Front St. E. For ticket in- formation call the 366-7723. FRI. JANUARY 24 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Centennial College, Warden Woods Campus, 651 Warden Ave. All donors are welcome at this Red Cross clinic. 12 a4me - 6 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Lawrence Square, 700 Lawrence Ave. W., North York. Help the Red Cross help Others by attending this clinic. All doctors are welcome. i - 9 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Fairview Mall, 1800 Sheppard Ave. E., Willowdale. Take the time io give the gift of life, it's free. All donors are welcome. 2 - 5 p.m. ROBBIE BUR NS DAY Senior's Social celebrates Robbie Burris Day with music, bagpipes. haggis and all the trimmings at Central Library, 5120 Yonge St. Admission is free. SAT. JANUARY 25 9:30 a.m. - 4 P.M. CIOIN DISPLAY The Scarborough Coin Club is holding a display of coins at Cedarbrac Mall, Lawrence Ave. E. at Markham Rd. There will he a member from the dub to answer questions on coin collecting or the ScarNwough Coin Club. 12 worm UALK FOR MEMORJE*% The Alzheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto is sponsoring its second -Walk for Memories". Starting at the Atrium on Bay. (Dun- das at Bay) the walk route travels through the city's andaground shopping rnalls and ends at the Roval Bank Plaza. It's an easy 40 minute walk for people of aq ayes. For pledge forms call 924 -WALK. 8 p.m. F1'NDRAISINC DAN('*: A fundratsmg da nar is being held at the Balmy Beach Club(at the foot of Beech Avc., Toronto) fox the environmental charity "Trees For Today & Tomorrow".featuring music from the iii)` and Ips and lets of prizes. Tickets arc $12 at the door. This is a licensed evert and proof of agx u required. SUN. JANUARY 26 2 - 4 p.m. atlB GRAHAM SHi)1111 The Boh Graham Show will be featured at the regular afternoon concert at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admmskm is free and cvcr%onc is wctc.ontc. 7 p.m. LEAD*Ji.SHIT (,ouRSF: Christopher L.radcrship Courscs of Canada, Durham - Toronto Area. is holdut< a dam at St. Isaac Jogue s Church, 1 149 Finch Avc. E.. Picker -mg. For more detail, :all _CR 2931. MON. JA NUA R Y 20 9 a.m. - 7 Pm. BL(KM DONOR (11N1(" ManuLifc Permanent Clinic, 55 Bloxr St. W., 2nd Fkxor. Takc the time to gnvc the gift of life. r.', free Vt Jonor, arc wcicome. 9 - N am. . NtTR1T10N FOR %iL%links Luz Bonnin, :North York Public Health Nursc, will discus, "Environment -Friendly Eating" at North York Senior, Centre. 21 Hendon Avc. To prc-rcyt,;cr .all -33-4111. 10 a.m. - 12 muum Nt iRI"0%41 ('011, Nst.1.IJN(: Nutritional :oun,ciling service, arc availahle to senior, free of charge cscry Monda% at the Kellness Centre located in the Bernard Bctci Ccntrc. 11a03 Stccic-% Avc. w. For an app oinirncni call sot -21 12. N a.m. - 3 p.m. %%%MEWS CENTRE The North York Women', Centre is open Monday, through Fridays to offer information and retcrral services io women. Phonc '81-04-'9 or drop in during these hours to find information, to rcgistcr for a program, or to talk ,ser something that n troubling Wu_ 12:30 p.m. BRIDGE: E (it1BBAG*: Birkdalc senors imitc c,cr one 55 years and oyer to cn)o-. an afternoxm of bridge and cribbage every Monday at Birkdale Com- munrti Centre. 1299 Ellomerc Rd. 12:30 - 3 p.mL BRIDGv All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an aftcrnoxm of bridge every Monda% at Stephen Licacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Bir- chmouni Rd. Phonc'-W&4040- TUES. JANUA R Y 28 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, Scarborough Campus, University of Toronto, 1265 Military Trail. Nkest Hill. Takc the ume io gnc the gift of life, it', free. 12:15 - 3 p.m. S0C'1A1. & LINE DANCING All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy social and line dancing every Tuesday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Bir- chmouni Rd. Phone 396-4040. 2 - 8 p.nL BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Warden Woods Mall, 725 Warden Ave., Scarborough. Help the Red Cross help Others by attending this clinic. All donors are welcome. 6:30 p.m. BINGO The Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 258, 45 Lawson Rd., Highland Creek holds a Bingo every Tuesday evening. Eicryone is welcome. 7 - 9 p.m. NOMEN'S LEGAL CLINIC North York Women's Centre is sponsoring an evening legal clinic staffed by a female lawyer who will provide basic and prelimiary ad- vice on legal problems every Tuesday evening. For an appointment call Itis centre at 781-0379. 7:15 - 10:30 p.m. BINGO The Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games sponsor an evening of Bingo every Tuesday oat 2742 Eglinton Ave. E. at Danforth Rd. (over I oblaw,). Evcnnc i, wcicomr. 7:30 p.m DON '# Al I E's CHORI. S Ladies are invited to join the Don Valley Chorus (Sweet Adelines, Inc.) and sing 4 -part harmony at Church of St. Andrew rehearsal hall, southeast corner of Hwv. 401 and Victoria Park Ave. every Tuc,day. For more details call Nlar% McFadven. 625-0913. 7:30 p.m. DIABETES A.SS(X IATION MFF:TS The next meeting of the Canadian Diabetes Association, Scar- borough Chapter, will take place at the Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr., meeting rooms 1 & 2. Dietitian Dorothea Landau will he guest speaker and her topic will be "Carbohydrate Mc,rr ie,". The centre is wheelchair accessible. ""ED. JA NUA R Y 22 7:311 p.m. PI 1110 INFORMAIION Mt.FI1%G The Reform Party of Canada is holding a public information meeting at Immaculate Heart of Mary School 101 Birchmount Avc. (at Danforth .Ave.), Scarborough. Everyone K welcorm. For details call 267-0M. Warming Trend Continues A first glance at Canada's temperature data for 1991 indicates the national trend of warmer weather continues. Although some parts of the country, especially Newfoundland and Labrador, experienced temperatures slightly below normal, the nation was generally well above normal. The warming trend was most evident in the high Arctic, the Prairies, Northwestern and Southern Ontario, and Southern Quebec. The data also show's that 1991 was the 10th warmest year since 1931, thus conti- nuing the above normal trend of the past several years. During this period of record, the warmest year was 1967 and the coldest was 1972. Temperatures fell after 1967, placing 1968 eighth and 19M 41st. Since then. the national temperature average has been rising, with 1990 rank- ing 14th warmest. Eight ilf the past 11 years are in the warmest 30 percent of the period while four of the past 11 years are in the warmest 15 percent. Thus, although 1991 only ranks as our 10th warmest year, the recent national warming trend continues. The analysis was con- ducted using as many observing points as possi- ble dating back to 1931. The data was aggregated na- tionally to provide an index that shows each year's departure from normal, as established by the reference period. A more detailed historical analysis of Cana- dian temperature trends will be published during the first quarter of 1992 in the next report On the State of Canadian Climate. ....•...•.....................................................:'. ::. Anniversaries/Birthdays t:.........::�:........................... SWM WEDDING WEDDING .A.NNiVERSARIES Congratulations and best wishes go i)ut to two Scar- borough couples who are celebrating Golden Wedding An- nivetsanes this week. Joy and Dentis Gillman of Bridletowne Circle will be married 50 years on Sat. Jan. 25th. and Eileen and James Hayes of FSrvalley Court will be wed 50 years on Mon. Jan - 27th. S5TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Sidney Kerr of Scarborough recenitly celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary quietly with their family, They were married Jan. 12th. I 7 at Forward Baptist Church. Gerrard St. E., Toronto. Rev. and Mrs. Kerr were both born in Toronto. They have three children, 11 grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Rev. Kerr. who is in his 79th year, is Minister of Outreach at Churchill HeW is Baptist Church in Scarborough. His wife June. who is in her 76th year, does volunteer work at Scarborough Grace Hospital every weep and is also uivoly- ed in Church activities. Rev. Kerr says they are ..both are in great shape.. and en- joying a -delightful. active life-. He says the secret to ew joying your senior years is to ' •accept aging" and ..roll with the punches". Got an anniversary or birthday to celebrate? Call 291-2583 for inclusion in this column. Provincial Constituency Offices 9 a.m. l0 5 p.m. CONS;TI7UE.NCY OFFICE OPEN The office of the Hon. Alvin Curling, MPP Scarborough North, located at 5300 Finch Ave. E-, Unit 114, Scarborough is open Mon- day to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 297-5040. 9 as to 5 p.a CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Gerry Phillipa. MPP Scarborough -Agincourt, located at 4W:! Sheppard Ave. E., Suite 304, northeast corner of Sheppard and Kennedy, is open Monday to Friday from 9 am_ to 5 p.m. For appointments phone 297-6569. 9 a.ua to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of David Warmer, MPP Scarborough -Ellesmere, kx wed at 695 Markham Rd., Unit 30. in Cedar Heights Plaza, is open Monday to Thursday from 9 am. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a -m. to 12 noon. For appointments phone 438-1242. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.a COINSTI[TUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Anne Swarbrick, MPP Scarborough West, located at 1690A Kingston Rd. is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5 .m., Wednesdays I to 5 p.m. and Fridays 9.30 a -m. to 1 p.m. Phone 698-0967. 9 atm. u 1 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Dr. Bob Frankford, MPP Scarborough Fast, located at 4403 Kingston Rd.. Unit 6A, just west of Lawrance Ave. E., is open Monday to Friday from 9 am. to I p.m. Phone Federal Constituency Offices 9 as to 4 p.m. ClONSTiTt1ENCY OF*i(E OPEN The office of Pauline Browes, MP Scarborough Centre, located at 2163 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite B, is open Monday to Friday, 9 am. to 4 p.m. Evenings by appointment only, phone 751-7400. 9.. a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Bob Hicks, MP Scarborough East, located at Morningside Mall, 255 Morningside Ave., Suite 314 is open Mondav to Fridav from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 281-6167. 9 am. to 4 p.mL CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Tom Wappd, MP Scarborough West, located at 483 Kennedy Rd. is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evenings and Saturday mornings by appointment only, 261-8613. ! a.m. 10 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Barbara Greene, MP Don Valley North, is located at 173 Ravel Rd., Willowdale in the Finch -Leslie Plaza. The office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays the office is open by appointment only. Phone 493-1994. ! am. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Renk Soetens, MP Ontario Riding, located at 103 cad Kingston Rd., Suite 4, Pickering Village is opal Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only. Phone 686-0432. 9 atm. to S P.M. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Derek Lee, MP Scarborough Rouge River, located at 200 Town Centre Court, Suite 219, Scarborough, MIP 4X8 is open Mon. Tues. Th urs. Fri. from 9 am. to 5 p.aL Wed. 1-5 p.m. Phone 296-8899- 9'30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Jim Karygiannis, MP Scarborough - Agincourt, located at 3850 Finch Ave. E., Suite 406, is open weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. oy appointment only, call 321-5454. Wed. January 22, 1992 THE NEWS!POST Page 5 Annual Walk For Memories SaturdayJanuary 25 The Alzh ' eimer Solcimy for Metropolitan Toronto's das at Bay ► at 12 noon, the walk route travels through able to relax and enjoy entertainment provided by pletely indoors. Simply call 924 -WALK for pledge second "Walk for the city's underground the Boardwalk Angels. forms, then ask family, Memories" takes place shopping malls and ends at People of all ages can friends and colleagues to Sat. Jan. 25th. Starting at the Royal Bank Plaza, Walk for Memories: it's an sponsor your personal the Atrium on Bay ton Dun- where participants will be easy 40 minute walk, com- Walk for Memories. 150th Anniversary Year Mass The focus of the Ar- chdiocese of Toronto's 150th Anniversary year celebrations will be in Etobicoke and Mississauga on Sun. Jan. 26th%with the Offering of a Concelebrated Mass at St. Patrick's Church, 921 Flagship Dr., Mississauga, at 2:30 p.m. Most Rev. Aloysius M. Ambrozic, Archbishop of Toronto, will be the prin- cipal celebrant and homilist. Most Rev. M. Pearse Lacey, Auxiliary Bishop and the four priest - chairmen of the zones in the Western Region will concelebrate. The Mass is one of the four main regional celebra- tions during the anniver- sary year. The first was at St. Michael's Cathedral on Sun. Sept. 29 to officially open the anniversary year. The others will be at St. Isaac Jogues Church, Pickering on May 3 and The Martyrs'Shrine, Midland, July 12. They are organized to enable parishioners in all regions of the Archdiocese to par- ticipate more fully in the anniversary celebrations. Clergy members of all parishes west of Yonge St. are invited to the Mass at St. Patrick's Church. The Liturgical Musicians Association and St. Patrick's Choir will pro- vide the music. St. Patrick's parishioners will do the readings and the offertory procession. Readers of the Prayers of the Faithful will be from parishes in the area. The St. Patrick's hospitality committee will host a reception following Mass. 8 Faiths Participate In Special Service An Ecumenical Celebra- tion to open the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity was held at St. Michael's Cathedral. 65 Bond St. on Sun. Jan. 19. Participating were representatives of the Anglican, Christian. Lutheran, Presbyterian, United, Methodist, Greek Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches. Most Reverend Aloysius M. Ambrozic, Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Ar- chdiocese of Toronto. presided and Right Reverend Terence E. Finlay, Bishop of the Ang;ican Diocese of Toron- to, read the Gospel and delivered the handy. The service included an entrance procession, prayers, bible readings, hymns, homily, the Renewal of Baptismal vows. the Lord's Prayer, sign of peace. final blessing and recessional hymn. Rev. Dr. Robert Steffer, Executive Minister of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ ► in Canada gave the first reading and Rev. Earl Albrecht, Pastor of Advent LAAhieran (Lurch, the se- cond reading. Right Rev. Dr. Daniel Rupewate, Superintendent of the British Methodist Episcopal Church Con- ference of Canada, led the Prayers of the Faithful. Dr. Charles Hay, former moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Canada led the offertory and Rev. Peter Mentis, representing Bishop Sotirious, Greek Orthodox Diocese of Toronto. con- ducted the Renewal of Bap- tismal vows. Rev. Dr. Howard M. Mills, General Secretary of the United Church of Canada, led the Lord's Prayer. Music was provided by part of the Archdiocese's the St. Michael's Choir 150th Anniversary Year School. The semce was celebrations. World's Longest Petition For Smoke Free Planet The World's Longest Petition For A Smoke Free Planet. sponsored by the Metropolitan Toronto In- teragency Council on Smoking & Health will highlight Toronto's Na- tional Non -Smoking Week 1992, Jan. 20-26. The petition signing by Metro's youth was kicked off on Tues. Jan. n at the Scarborough YMCA, 230 Towne Centre Court. Children indicated their support for a Tobacco Free Planet by signing their names to the World's Longest Petition For A Smoke Free Planet. Peti- tions are being signed all over the province. Metro Toronto's Petition will be joined together with peti- tions from other cities across Ontario. The total length is expected to stretch over several kilometres' Fri. May 29. 1992 has been designated as "World No -Tobacco Day.. by the World Health Organiza- tion. On this day. the pro- vince's combined efforts will be highlighted and symbolically joined together to create the World's Longest Petition For A Smoke Free Planet. The National . Clear- inghouse on Tobacco and Health estimates that for every 100,000 smokers now age 15, disease caused by tobacco will kill about M000 of these children prematurely. Tobacco is by far the real drug problem. Alzheimer Disease Forum The Alzheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto is bolding a free public forum on "Down's Syndrome and Alzheimer Disease: Care and Management", on Thurs. Jan. 30th at 7:30 p.m. at Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Ave, in the 18th floor Auditorium. Dr. Anthony J. Holland, the Senior Lecturer and Honourable Consultant Psychiatrist with the In- stitute of Psychiatry, Bethlem Royal and Maudsely Hospitals in Lon- don, England has been selected as guest speaker. Dr. Holland will examine the correlation between the two diseases, and will ad- dress the dilemma of pro- viding appropriate care to persons with both condi- tions, and the service and options available to victims and caregivers. His exten- sive research and publica- tions in this discipline qualifies Dr. Holland as a leading expert in this field. The forum will be follow- ed by a question and answer session. For more information call the Alzheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto at 966-07'00. The Reform Party of Canada PUBLIC MEETING Wednesday January 22nd.,7:30 p.m. Metro East Trade Centre Hwy 401 and Brock Rd. Pickering Preston Manning, leader of the Reform Party will be the speaker. If you would like to obtain first-hand information regarding the principals and policies of the Reform Party of Canada. you are cordially invited to attend this meeting. Tickets are S5. Call 267-6009 or 266.2797 Police Chief William Mc- Cormack, Honourary Chairman of this year's walk, says, "The Alzheimer Society's Wandering Patient Registry is a very impor- tant program which needs to be expanded. Becuase many people with Alzheimer disease do wander - and remember this is the middle of winter - the registry helps police to identify a wandering Alzheimer patient and return then home safe, sound and quickly..' David Zimmer. Presi- dent of the A3zheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto says, "The Walk for Memories is an easy and enjoyable way for peo- ple to help raise needed ,funds for the Alzheimer Society. We'll use those dollars to improve our Telephone Counselling Pro- gram, which provides help to the caregivers of Alzheimer patients; to ex- pand the Wandering Pa- tient Registry; and to strengthen and refine the many services available through our Resource Cen- tre Library." 13th.Annual Antique SHOW ail: SALE RICHMOND GREEN 1300 Elgin WMe E. RICHMOND HILL �+ Between Bayview Ave. b Leslie N.of Major Mackenzie Dr. Sat. and Sun .,Jan. 25 and GV 10 a.m.-5p.m. 110 SMM NAM mmili3im s3.n *mw al M Fu* fw*w Vaba n kr = t'wk *Wm ATTENTION ONTARIO EMPLOYERS On March 1, 1992, the new Family Support Plan Act comes into effect. This law requires employers to automatically deduct family support payments from the wages of employees who are Obliged to meet this responsibility. As an employer you have a key partnership role in this important initiative to help children and other dependants receive timely and regular support payments. The Ministry of the Attorney General u providing brief- ing sessions and information materials to Ontario employers. These will assist you in meeting your responsibilities to deduct support payments from your employees' wages when required by the Family Support Plan. To date, briefing sessions are planned at the following locations: LOCATION DATE TIME Oshawa Holiday Inn Jan. 27 7:30-9:30 p.m. Guild Room West Ihl1 Bloor St E. Windsor Main Public Library Feb. 4 3:CX%5:cX) p.m. Conference Room, A&B Thunder Bay Provincial Court House Feb. h i :30-9: 3�0 p.m. 1&15 East Arthur St. Brunswick Ave. Entrance North York North York Memorial Feb. 13 2:N'-4 00 p.m. Facilities Burgundy Room 5110 Yonge St. Toronto Primrose Hotel Feb. 13 7 : 3i�-) 30 p.m. Rainbow Room 111 Carleton St. Mississauga Delta Meadowvale Inn Feb. 3 7: 30 -9: 3�O p.m. Great White Pines Rm. Ottawa Court House Feb. 10 i : 30-9: 30 p.m. 161 Elgin Street Jury Assembly Room London Lamplighter Inn Feb. 17 7 :kl-9:30 p.m. Regency A Hamilton Holiday Inn Feb. 20 7:30-9:30 p.m. Pavilion A For an information package on your responsibilities under the Family Support Plan Act. please complete and mail the attached coupon. r------------------------- Please send me the Employer Information Package on automatic wage deduction under the new Family Support Plan Act. Name Address I Town/City Province Postal Code Mail to: Ministn of the Attorney General Family Support Plan do P.O. Box 490, Stanon "A Scarborough. Ontario MIK 5C3 I L— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — J 1 t Famay swwrt ILIA Ontario Page 6 THE NEWS POST Wed. January 22, 1992 Bill Watt's Worlds OPERA NEWS: It has become a comic cliche to employ an open- ing sentence used frequent- ly by aspiring novelists .. It was a dark and stormy night. It wasn't dark and it was daytime but it most cer- tainly was stormy on the day we attended a luncheon at the Tanenbaum centre given to announce the Canadian Opera Company's 1992 '93 season. All this, while the latter portions of the 1991 92 season are still in residence at The O'Keefe. We mean of course La Boheme and Romeo et Juliette. Our full review of those works will follow. A new production of Rigoletto will open the 92 93 season on Sept. 19th at The O'Keefe. Massenet's Werther opens there on Sept. 26th. One must confess puzzle- ment over the popularity of this turgid work. It seems difficult to believe it was written by the same man who gave us. among many other fine works of course. Marton. Le Cid. Thais and Le Jongleur de Notre Dante. On Oct. 4th the Elgin will be host theatre for a new Production of Don Giovan- at. On Nov. 11th the Elgin will reprise Cosi fan Tutte with Rebecca Caine: The Phantom of the Opera will obviously still be rurrung at The Pantages. Also of note is the inclusion in the cast of Wendy Nielsen in her first major stain -stage role with the company. We have been watching this young lady's career with more than simply passing interest and are pleased to note her conttnuw* pro- gress. The company returns to The O'i{eefe riot Jan. 15th 19913 with Hanst' and Gretel by Entgelbert Hamperdinnk (Not that one sillee' Another new production opens there ort Jan. 23rd. It's a double bill -one sure poses and hnpes, the term is proper: our apologies if not -presentation of Bluebeard's Castle by Bar- tok and Schoenberg's Er- wartung. The latter is a mono -drama for soprano and orchestra. This pro - noses to be an evening for true opera buffs, not mere dilettantes. Tosca opens on Apr. 2nd and the season will end with the company's first presentation in over 30 years of The Bartered Bride. In May of '93 the com- pany will present a world premiere of Composer -in - Residence Randolph Peters' Nosferatu. Libretto is by Thom Sokoloski. That's at the Tanenbaum Centre in May of '93. In May of this year -May 27th and 29th to be specific - the COC Orchestra will ap- pear in concert at the Winter Garden Theatre. Tice concerts will run in repertoire with the com- pany's world premiere of Mario and the Magician, about which, more details in the future column. The COC is the only established opera or- chestra in Canada and was created in 1977. It has a permanent membership of about 50 instrumentalists but the size of the full or- chestra varies according to the demands of individual operas. Far from resting on well earned laurels, the Cana- dian Opera Company con- tinues its gently aggressive thrust toward the ultimate goal of becoming the premier company in the world. The goal is within reach but there must be a permanent opera house. Once again, however. we must put forward our sug- gestion that the Elgin Winter Garden com- plex would be ideal. IN PRINT: According to the Nm - York Times. Picturing Rill by Ann Beattie (Mintage Contemporaries -surely that's an oxymoron "Positively shines" and is ..a surprising lyrical and deeply affecting work The anonymous critic is partially correct. It is surprising that such a book should even have been printed and it is deep- ly affecting. If there is a merit of am• sort accruable to Picturing Will it is the writing style of the authoress which one could sav is lyrical. Lyricism. however, does not make for good nar- rative and narrative is what is sorely lacking here. As far as one can deter- mine. Picturing Will is about a young five year old whose mother is a self- centered photographer, whose father is a shallow bed hopper and whose arguably best friend is the MLLY'S STEAKS & SHRIMPS 59.95 Charcoal Broiled Jr.Cut N.Y Steak and Delicious Breaded Stximps_� CHEF'S A LA _T F -ti i 59.95 BRQRibs,Ttxtdei Chicken Fixjers anW Beef Brochette T i ( EAF00DC0MBINATI0NS&95 Tasty Shrimps and FiUet of Sole 'Breaded and Fried to Golden Brown �HlCKEN TERIYAKI $8.95 0066CiMUa Bonalass Breast of Ch,ckan lightly Mann led and Grilled Served Wit, Torlyaki Saucy ABOVE INCLUDE: SOUP — SALAD BAR RICE, BAKED OR F.F. POTATOES ICE CREAM or FROZEN YOGURT COFFEE or TEA 430 NUGGET AVE. 293-9292 One (Nock Norm. _r Sr*Lp:,ra or zeo,,am Roac OPEN: MONDAY TO FkIDAY FROM 11:30 A. M SATURDAY 6 SUNDAY FROM 4 P.M 2938 EGLINTON AVE. E. 431-7157 One Block Fata of McCowar v.E N.,ar c -,.ie OPEN: TUESDAY TO SUNDAY FROM; 1.30A M. CLOSED MONDAYS Around and About - Your Dining &Entertainment Guide lover of his mother. One doesn't need to be a practising psychologist to realize what such relation- ships can mean to a child. One needn't be a parent to be angry at the depiction of such a situation. We were angry when we finished reading Picturing Will. One supposes that's a left handed compliment to the power of Ms. Beattie's writing but we wish she would turn that power to writing about something more pleasant than the confused emotional state of a five year old boy who is the product of two shallow people. Adult Entertainment ( Vintage Contemporaries) is a collection of short pieces by John Metcalf, an Ottawa writer. It would be pretentious to perceive them as brilliant but. oh my', they most certainly shine. We would go so far to say as well that, in his com- mand of dialogue. he is a Canadian Richard Yeats. Rarely. will one hear -yes. we said hear -such nuances of everyday speech. We conwiend to particular at- tention, the hero's words of admonishment to his wastrel son. ".Pissed out of your mind at fifteen." ..What mind you have... "And speaking of pissed and I apologize for bringing this up. as it were, when you're under the weather, but I'd be gratified if you could remember in future to ruse the toilet slat before relieving yourself." "I mention this because I am tired of living knee- deep in balled kleenex, cod- ed underwear. crusted piss and rotting tofu" ..I am, as a matter of fact, tired of a hell of a lot of things " "I also wish you'd shave your upper lip every couple of weeks now that you're nearing man's estate. You loop like a spinster with a hormonal imbalance." Delicious' That's from the piece titled Polly Ongle in which our hero has set out on a night of intended adultery only to discover his drunken sons who then upchucks over his -our hero's -shoes. Earlier he had realized "that his chatter sounded less flirtatious than avun- cular". He had also looked down a dreary vista of crafts elevated to the status of art. We're not going to offer any further quotes because we'd be quite shamelessly padding out the column to do so. We will suggest, however, that you read Adult Entertainment. We also suggest that John Met- calf turn his attention to writing plays if he hasn't already done so. With his gift of speech. he'd be a natural. We hope we're in the audience on his first night. COMMENT: Robert Burns Day will soon be upon us. Even though we are of Scottish ancestry we have never understood the adulation of his writings. At their questionable best, they are no better than say, those of Stephen Foster, and the latter put his to music. At their worst. they're on a par with the Ancient Egypt & Nubia Galleries Featured At Royal Ontario Museum The Royal Ontario Museum ( ROM) ushers in the new year by opening two new permanent galleries, the Ancient Egypt Gallery and North America's first Nubia Gallery, on Thurs. Jan. 23rd. Between the two galleries visitors can ex- amine 2,000 antiquities from the ROM's perma- nent collections which ex- plore the history of these advanced and highly ac- complished civilizations that once flourished in the north-east corner of Africa. The ROM's Egyptian col- lection is the finest in Canada and is ranked among the top six in North America. The collection contains 20,000 objects featuring a variety of ar- tifacts which document everyday living patterns of the ancient Egyptians population. The munseurru's Nubia col- lection is among the largest in the world and is par- ticularly strong in material dating from between 200 and 1820 AD. Together, the new galleries will display a remarkably broad range of artifacts from simple agricultural tools and everyday eating utensils to magnificent jewellery, funerary furnishings and delicate pottery. They will help to demonstrate what specialists have learned about the indigenous cultural developments of the ancient Egyptians and of the inhabitants of a region once known as Nubia, now divided bet- ween Egypt and Sudan. who developed the second oldest writing system in Africa. and formed cities with roads. palaces and temples which rivalled arose of E" - The Ancient Egypt Gallery consists of 1,650 ob- jects and is divided into four secTions - history, dai- ly life, and religion, plus a large wall relief il- lustrating the "Voyage to Punt". These themes ex- plore the flowering of Egyptian political struc- tures, arts, religion, and technology covering major periods of Egyptian culture from 4000 BC to 400 AD. The Nubia Gallery con- isasts of 350 objects and pro- vides a chronological history of Nubian cultures beginning with the forma- tion of hunting and fishing villages in 45M BC and con- tinuing through key historical periods to Modern Nubia in the 20th century. Admission to these per- manent galleries is free with admission to the ROM. 32 Employees Win $102,863.40 In 649 A group of 32 employees at Consumer's Gas shared $102.86340. the second prize in the Jan. 11th Lotto 6 49 draw. All work in the warehouse or meter shop in Rrullowdale. The winners are, from Scarborough, Peggy Wilkin, George Blades, Gary Carter, William Fer- rier. Lee Ttvdeau, Joseph Mallia, Doug Reid. Tom Duckworth, Doug Moi" tain, Sheila Savov. Brian Stevensm, Ham Seemann, W. Variey, Carm Cavarra, Nunzio Modica, Dave Stevenson, Ugo Cerullo, Ken Lewis, Debbie McNor- ton, Ann Osmond, and Dave Noilles. From Toronto: Nicola Macri, John Chiaramida, Dorninico Morizio and George Simpson. The other winners are Charles Stead, Oshawa; Helern McCubbin, Aurora, Robert Heaney, Thornhill; Joseph Mackenzie, Weston: David Saliba, Markham: Frank Maroz- zo. Weston. Ken Williams, Pickering. Neu, drug gives prostate cancer patients The advertising jingle. "%ou'rc not getting older, you're getting better" doesn't always ring true with adults who are experiencing the phys- ical signs of aging. Whether decreased mobility is caused by loss of hearing. dimming c%c- sight, or arthritis, we all know we'll hayc to cope with it cycn- tualiv. Another fact related to aging that is lesser krk)wn and rarch discussed is the high rate at wliich men over the age of 65 develop prostate cancer. Each %car in Canada, near] 9.(N)() men are diagnosed with Prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the most common -cause of cancer deaths among males be- tween the ages of 55 - 74. Al- though the cancer generally af- fects men over the age of 50. about 80 per cent of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age of 65. Unfortunately. most cases are not diagnosed until the cancer has reached the advanced stages, at which time symptoms such as urinary difficulties and continuing pain in the lower back motivate the sufferers to seek medical attention. The exact cause of prostate cancer is unknown, although doctors are aware that the body's produc- poetry of Edgar Guest. ( Was it Dorothy Parker who remarked "I'd rather flunk my Wasserman test than read a poem by Eddie Guest".) ) Certainly the works of Burns cannot compare with those of Sir Walter Scott which are far more deserving of continuing ex- amination and respect. Be that as it might, the observance of Burns Day treatment option tion of testosterone (mak sex hormone) often cvntnbutcs to its doy'eloprricrit. The usual treatment for ad- vanced promote cancer has been surgical castration, or removal of the testes. This surgery halts the hod%'% production of testos- tcronc, and is casv for physi- cians to perform. However, anv surgical procedure is difficult on older adults, and this panic- ular surgery clear] -..has severe psydtokogical trauma for some patients. As well, in up to 20 per cent of patients it has no signif- icant effect in treating the can- cer. There is good news for those who may be faced with this surgery. An innovative medica- tion offering a good alternative to surgical castration has been approved in Canada. Zoladex[, a hormone taken by injection once a month, is even, bit as effective as castration in halting the body's production of testos- terone. And for those cases in which surgical castration would have proved ineffective, the pa- tient can now be spared unnec- essary surger%. "Zoladex, administered once a month by a relatively painless injection just under the skin, is a convenient. well tolerated and seems here to stay and who are we to gainsay it? Still, may it not be cor- rectly titled? The man's name is Robert Burns Robert! It is not Bobbie, Robbie or worst of all Rab- bie! Only the hoi polloi ever refer to him as anything but Robert. Mind you, there are those who main- tain that it's only the hoi polloi who ever refer to Burro at all. effective alternative to tradi- tional prostate cancer therapy... said Dr. John Trachtenberg of Toronto General Hospital's Urology Divisim. *"In the ma- jority of patients, tumor size is reduced and symptoms such as bone pain and urinary tract problems either disappear or we considerably improved." A recent study of prostate cancer patients indicated clearly that an alternative to surgical castration is desired. The multi- centre Canada'U.S. study showed that, when given the option of Zoladex or surgical castration, more than three quarters of the patients chose the new drug therapy over cas- tration. "The new breakthrough in prostate cancer treatment is significant." said Dr. Trachtenberg. -But it is also very important for men to be aware that prostate cancer can be detected in the early . poten- tially curable stages through a routine physical examination. 1 strongly advise that all men visit their doctors regularly for check-ups. Don't wait until symptoms of an ailment force you to make an appointment. Regular examinations "can and do make a difference." Now, let's get ready for the haggis and remember ROBERT Burns' words "For me, an aim I never fash, I rhyme for fun." FAST EXIT: "I'd even withhold my acid formic from admirers of Colonel Bobbie McCor- mick." That's from Ogden Nash expressing his dislike of Robert Burns being referred to as Bobbie. ONTARIO PC Mike HarrisLEADER Business Report Ontario Business and The Political Environ- ment "In an international and global marketplace in which trade barriers are falling by the minute, who would choose to locate a plant or a factory in Canada? Who would choose Ontario? What could this province possibly offer that could overcome a 50% tax disadvantage?" Appearing before the Mike Harris Task Force on the Ontario Budget, Lawrence Tapp, Vice -Chairman, President and C.E.O. of the Lawson Mardon Group, said government must ask itself this impor- tant question. Until recently, Ontario had no difficulty attracting and keeping investment. A skilled and educated labour force, high standard of living, reasonable taxes and good govern- ment regulation made us a desirable location to set-up shop. But that was until recently. According to a 1990 Canadian Federation of Independent Business study, Canadian firms face a total tax load anywhere from 20 per cent to 50 per cent higher than those in business in the United States. After 5 years of Liberal tax increases Ontario's latest budget has added to the differen- tial. Ontario is at the top of the tax load scale! The Rae government talks about a partnership between business, government and labour but, in reality, business - government relations have reached an all-time low. Business faces the task of effectively communicating the needs for a stable business environment to Rae's govern- ment. But the communications have to be two-way. It's im- portant that you know what type of legislation the govern- ment is working on. We have prepared this edition of the Mike Harris Business Report to help you get a handle on the changing political reality at Queen's Park. Here then, are some key issues and areas affecting business: Deficit Recovery Plan Jeopardized In an attempt to keep the province's record deficit from reaching new heights, the NDP government announced a deferred payment schedule on Ontario's debts. Surprising- ly, the announcement on Oct. 2 offered no major cuts despite warnings the three biggest -spending ministries (health, social assistance and education) would face budget reductions. Instead of arts. the N7DP postponed spending most of the $6Wffuflion removed from this year's budget. This has left the P.C. Caucus wondering whether the budget will need to be revised again. Already. the NDP Treasurer is starting to hedge on his long term deficit reduction pians. Despite his Projections last spring. now the Treasurer is saying it will be tough to bring the annual budget deficit below $7.8 billion over the next three years. Stable Business Environment Threatened Fur- ther: NDP Cater to Big Labour Demands Tariffs between the U.S. and Canada are set to disappear by 1999. It gives us less than a decade to ensure Ontario business is positioned competitively against foreign markets. Hae in Ontario there is much work to be done ... The business community is fighting mad about ex- pected NDP changes to the labour laws... And. they are say- ing no to anymore payroll levies. ( Business is still feeling the pinch of the $2.5 billion drained from Ontario's private sector when the previous Liberal government enacted the Employer Payroll Tax in January 1990) . The folkiwwirg are some of the government's changes to the rubs. Labour Law Reform Proposals Anticipation of the NDP's upcorring amendments to the Labour Relations Act has the Ontario Progressive Conser vative Caucus extremely concerned. The Minister of Labour has proposed amendments to the ad that would tip the existing balance in labour-maragernennt relations by making it easier to unionize and more difficult to conduct business. Major recommendations included in a leaked Cabinet Submission include: - Anti -scab provision - employers would not be allowed to hire replacement workers or use employees from another location to do jobs normally held by those on strike. - Employees would not be allowed to cross the picket line to return to woe. - Where the parties have been in a legal strike or lockout position for at lent 30 days, the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) would settle a first collective agreement upon application by either the union or employer. - Unionization would be made easier through several technical changes including: allowing unions access to employee lists and to the employer's premises during a union drive; restricting employer's rights to speak to workers during a union organizing drive; automatic cer- tification when 50 per cent ( now 55 per cent) have signed union cards; and, eliminating the practise of petitions. - The OLRB would abandon its traditional position of neutrality and be given the power to impose a settlement. If negotiations were deadlocked, the OLRB would be em- powered to look at the substance of proposals, rather than (as at present) the narrower issue of whether bargaining was in bad faith. - Provide the OLRB with the discretion to order the disclosure of information relevant to issues in dispute in bargaining (including financial information). EmployV Wage Protection Fund - Bill 70 After six months of persistent effort by the Ontario PC Caucus, the Rae government scrapped most of Bill 70 - pro- vincial legislation that held company officers liable for severance in event of a bankruptcy. We argued that proposed amendments to the federal Bankruptcy Act provided protection to workers. The On- tario PC Caucus believes it is unnecessary to have two levels of government providing a wage protection program. Although they eventually amended the bill, the Rae govern- ment passed legislation that allocated 5175 -million of public money to a provincial wage protection fund. If you believe, as we do, the federal program makes the provincial pro- gram unnecessary, you'll be frustrated to learn that unemployment insurance makes it foolhardy. As much as 527 -million from the provincial fund could be subject to a claw back by Ottawa. It is ridiculous. The province will make payments that are destined to support the federal unemployment system. To make matters worse, we fear the Rae government will impose a payroll tax to sustain the fund after the spring of 1992. Voting on the legislation took place Oct. 15. Both the Liberals and the NDP supported the bill. The PC Caucus votedagainst it. Pay Equity Despite the recession, the NDP announced plans to bring another 420,000 women under the pay equity umbrella. On Oct. 2, however, the, government acknowledged that the high cost of implementation would force them to defer the program until next year. The private sector will be expected to absorb all associated cast of implementing the pro&; am. Employment Equity The NDP have announced their intention to proceed with employment equity legislation by the Spring of 1992. If a private member's bill introduced by Rae in May 1990 is any indication, the new legislation will be unreasonably tough on business. His bill would have required all companies with annual payrolls of more than $300,000 (only 8-10 employees) to develop and post detailed employment equi- ty plans within one year. Penalties for failing to comply in- cluded fines of up to $100,000 for a first offence and $200,000 on a subsequent offence, with the legal onus on firms to pro- ve innocence once a complaint from an employee has been "ed. A recent poll by Omnibus Consulting Inc. revealed business favours a cooperative approach that would let firms set their own timetables, which would be vetted and subsequently monitored by the provincial government through spot audits. Business felt a numbers drive system would only lead to tokenism, undermine the merit princi- ple, and reduce productivity. Minimum Wage Increase Ontario's NDP government plans to boost the minimum wage by 30% over the next rive years. This will bring it up to 6D% of the average irudustrial wage - or about 57 per hour. For starters. the government will raise the mimmurn wage to $6 hour an Nov. i of this year. It also plans to eliminate the differential with the student minimum wage by 1992. A recent University of Toronto study predicts this policy win result in the loss of 53.000 jobs. Society Seeks Volunteers The Don !Ifills unit of the Canadian Cancer Society is turning the heat on its recruitment blitz to attract volunteers to participate in the 19M April residential campaign - There is no such thong as too many vohnteers." says Bruce Allan, vice- president of the Don Mills Unit. 'We need as many people as possible who can donate an average of 10 hours each to this critical campaign- The more peo- ple who participate the bet- ter our chances of achiev- ing our fund-raising goal... Mr. Allan notes that the April campaign ign accounts for approximately 2D to 25% of the unit's annual fund-raising total. Volunteers are requared for organizing and im- plementing the April cam- paign- ­We know that there are many people interested in helping the Cancer Society. but we're concerned that they don't know how to go about volunteering their services,." says Mr. Allan. Anyone interested in volunteering to help the Don Mills Unit of the Cana- dian Cancer Society con- duct its April residential campaign is encouraged to Promoting & Marketing The Arts On Sat. Feb. 1st from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the City of Scarborough, Recreation, Parks & Culture Depart- ment will be presenting an all day seminar entitled "Promoting and Marketing The Arts In Your Com- munity". This arts management seminar will be held at Scott Westney House, 180 McLevin Ave. near Markham Rd. and Shep- pard. The registration fee is 140 including lunch and supplies. To register call 396-5142. call or drop into the unit's office before Jan. 31st. Located in Suite 66 of 1262 Don Mills Road, the office is open from 9 a. m to 1 p. m. Monday through Friday. The telephone number is 447-6130. Wed. January 22, 19112 THE YEWS'POST Page 7 Your Place To Stand "Your Place To Stand", a conference on personal safety for Grade 8 girls, will be held on Mon. Jan. 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Albert Campbell C. I. Topics will include street -proofing, date rape, violence in the home, con- flict resolution, parent separation and divorce, teenage pregnancy, and career choices. Speakers from the Scar- borough Board will be join- ed by representatives of Female Athletes Motivating Excellence (FAME), the Metropolitan Toronto Police Force, Kids Help Phone, SWAN (a Scarborough women's shelter), and members of Albert Campbell C.I.'s SAAVE (Students Against Aggression and Violence Everywhere) program. Your Place to Stand is organized by the -Girls Achieving Potential" com- mittee of the Student and Community Services Department. Participating schools in- clude Agnes Macphail P.S., Banting and Best P.S., Henry Kelsey Sr. P.S., Macklin P.S., Millikin P.S. and Sir Alexander Macken- zie Sr. P.S. A Tribute To Robert Burns At Local Theatre Douglas Campbell, veteran Scottish -Canadian actor and Stratford star. headlines an all-star cast in the Dinner Theatre presentation. "A Tribute to Robert Burns". at the Pro- gress Cnurt Dinner Theatre Resolve To Be A Volunteer Adults who have developmental disabilities and live with their families in North York need volunteers to help them participate in activities. Teach a skill, take in a movie or just share a cof- fee. Evening and weekend opportuntiies are available. For more information, call the '.Metropolitan Toronto Association for Community Living at 225-7,1fA in Scarborough. Jan. 2531. Douglas Campbell was born in Glasgow and has toured the world of theatre, playing principal roles from ''Othello" to -W Fair Lady". His auspicious career has taken him from the stage of London's "Old Vic" to Europe. South Africa. Australia. the U.S. and to our own Stratford Festival, where he has become a Canadian household name. Tekvision viewers will Camp- bell title character from '-The Great Detec- tive" series. which ran for over four years on the CBC. For this production. 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JA\U'AR1' zz, 1992 A.Y. 9 -30 3letro C,eu c.1 P.M. 1230 Money In The Bank 1: «Youth Foos 2. « n Metro Council 6:« Pnde of Place 6:30 Horizon-Armeran EvaeigcI «Tbe Zoo & You -Pdw Bears Aid Pamir —t 7:30 Info Litt 2: « Green TV 10-00 Beauty & The Beast THURS. JANUARY 23 P M. 12:00 Info life 1230 Phar Ta1k1.aigh 1:« � Post Medtcatwo 2:30 Goutg Strong 3:« Tas Chi 3:30 Building Fuuancial Serino 4:00 Ballrooa Danac�g 4 30 Getting To Know scarboro 5:00 Icmnppaact 6:00 Ertertausemeeu Score 6:30 HorizonJ'ai Fan Islamic Centre 7:60sportacular 7-30 Lrban Desigri-Awards 6:« Derek Lee M,P 6:30 Bob Fraddord M.P.P 9:« forth Focus 10:00 MCA -Simulcast FRI. JANUARY 24 P.M. 12.00 Green TV -Environmental 2:00 Cook It Up 2:30 Aerobics: Alive & Well 3:00Hockey 6:00 House of Commons -Update Pauline Browes 630 Horuon-Ms Business of Living 7:00 Impact a:« Beal to Red 8:30Entertaiesrrent scene 9:00 MCA -Simulcast SAT. JANUARY 25 P.M. 12:00 Avramis Greek Show 1:00 Macedauan Nation 1:30 Images of Iran 2:00 Armenian Show ' J.E. O'Heam This space & Son could be yours PAINTING & DECORATING for INTERIOR A EXTERIOR L 425-5043 'S 20 per week ...................:..::i : ............................ Rogers Cable TV WFID. JA.NI .4RY 22 11112 r.xl. 12 as inetlC.enrrmaeasports � 1:40 Avrames Greek Sbow %orth York Comneil 2:09 tooted On Fisilioft 2 20 con .sm Defense 3 «Redrt Te Die Wt_' Dupety S «Around The Medd 3:30 Castles Of The sew 6: M IIP SIPP Reports Kwider Ck0rlty veiw 6 32 HnvarArsasas 7'« Ask Us bca, a w Baseball Jazz %orth York Conch a 30 Labor Shaw 9'M Emsd '9lfiro FiOM.ers 1 i ee Talking Sex 2:00 e d It.3 Di s Arsnsaa 2:20 Let's Ilthsseoa 4-49 *leak_' Line Rack Problems S:« City Gardenme-Sal $130 1' 0: « !� 1�P Report: ilaemaNt, 71rnb.n 6: 30 Tan Wasrr 2.00 Festival of Fesesval0-1immo ' Acaroosss�the Water Am Pseilie 10««IICA Tie &- You 1f: 36 MCA: Dees Rekearsal II «Faepire Club -Cadieux FRI. JANUARY 24 PJr. 12 « Famprt CiutiPierre CaAeq 1: « (.'oedl Afternoee TY-Meidtt Play Friendly Play Safe A showcase performance of "Play Friendly, Play Safe" was held at Klghland Heights Pubic School on 2 30Fast twoenen Motorcycles 3:00 MCA-SimuCrONSSOwnlcast 600Youth C� 7:« 7:30 The & ou-Pdw Bars & Ramferest 9:« Pharmacv Talk 8:30 Umar* Design -Awards 9:00 Iimpact 10:00 Green TV-Emvironvestai SUN. JANUARY 26 PAI. 12:00 Centennial Game of 3:« Traduig Post 4:3D Strong 5:00 Financial Security SID Ballroom Daoclrig 6:«Germany live-Dussddori 6:30 Renascent Hnuse 7:00 Wexford Raiders Hockey 10:00 Entertainment Scene 10:30 Faces On Photogra y 11:00 Rethinking Urban Sprawl MON. JANUARY 27 A.M. 1000 Scarborough Council P.M. 1230 Focus On Photography I AU The Zoo & Yo-Amencas 1:30 Getting To Know Scarboro 2:00 Scarborough Council 6:00 Aerobics: live & Well 6:30 Hamm -Armenian Evangel 7:001 Scartxuough council 10:00 MCA::Simulcast TUES. JANUARY 28 P.M. 12:00 Warlord Raiders Hockey 3:00 Rethinki Urban Sprawl 4:00 Green TVVvironrnertal 6:00 Real To Reel 0:30 Horizon-J'ai Fari Islamic Centre 7:00 Cent. eri mal Game of the Week 10:00 MCA -Simulcast Jan. 14th. Violence in the schools and in our society has in- creased dramatically in re- cent years and the school yard `bully" has graduated beyond in- timidation and name- calling to far more sinister endeavours. "Play Friend- ly, Play Safe" is a timely, informative and fun presentation whose focus is the pre-school and primary student. No stranger to Scar borough schools, Gary Kent has drawn on 25 years of experience as a childcare worker, artist and musician to help educators introduce social change at this critical time in the social development of the young Mild. This showcase perfor- mance was attended by principals and consultants from the Scarborough Board of Education. Drive Carefully it Pays To Advertise J -M !losell.ses Morkohop Wood Cause; 8:00 9:49 A Lemool� L Show M:« MCA: You & The law 11 30 IWA Arsat RW" 11: « Sieisber Csinema 1 L i Cesstry *Mair Shaw SAT. JANUARY 25 AJM. 9:0 Canadiso Club 10 Sports Evert 12 «city Solt 12:30 M.sons. of Arsema 1:60booked On Fishisig Specal 2: « Pet TV 3 «MCA T&ARe. t « IP perts MFP p Nedn ---- laalkewsi 6:30 Can.l4aic Cwinipetntios 7:« -40may ii Sue Smith 7 30 Cauni IUs¢ Sbow a M Arm with 9: so Akvmtdwa 'fl (*am Wbo's In Cbwpr 10-011 Festival of Fetwats Hands Across The Mater Asea Pacific 11'« Labour Shaw 11:30 samom cmesa SUN. JANUARY'.* A.M. 9: « Empire Club is « Health LAW 11: « Reaction P.M. 12:00 Avramss Greek Show I 061mares of Iran 1 30 hooked an Fnhmt 2-« ChaliieM�eai e:P(P R 4:0) Ask tTs ass S:«Good Afternoon TV « 6-tI PAPP Reports oa 6:30 LabourSb&w 7 «Festival of Festivals Hands Acres The Water Aso, Pacific 8:00 Reaction 9.00 city Gare _d 9:30 ARernate }!calf_' care 10:00 tfigliway IOSue smith 10:20 cooly Music Show 11:« The I.eteuoenid Show MON. JANUARY 27 P-11111. u:« Images of Ira„ 12:301 Let's Do Business 1:« Canadian Club 200 Hooked On Fishing 2:30 Community self Defense 3:00 Home Owners workshop NO 6AD 0�V R--,, ut 6:30 Hohaou 7:00 Canadian M*ai0 Competition 7:30 Beaches Jazz East York Council EY 8:00 studio 2 11:00 Canadian Club TUES. JANUARY 28 P.M. 12:00 Canadian Club 1:00 Canadian Mtaic Competition 1:30 Beaches Jazz 2:00Tai Chi 2:30 Moneyy In The Bank 3:00 Pet TV 4:00 I.emotwid Show 5:00 Reaction 6:00 NP MPPReports Poole Kaplan Akande 6:30 Horizon -Interfaith Prog. 7:00 Yoga 7:30 Courage -Profile :oo 0-001NCA:Art E vent t10 30 31CA:Entertainsent- Etobicoke 11:« Hiwked Om Ftisfiing 11:30 Sinister Cisenia LAW & NutntAs THURS. JANUARY 23 2-410 Clods About Town P.M. 2 3a Can.dian Umty The 12 eo Aacostrs CtaaeOrasesFor 12 30 Brakmt The Mold .00 Hen. Pierre 5:30 ry Ilisiste state ZooL« 6Mt�P Reports_ Yeah & Ftaes Tai 6 30 esseBuueeens 230 ilney to The Bank Of Liv+rs Play Friendly Play Safe A showcase performance of "Play Friendly, Play Safe" was held at Klghland Heights Pubic School on 2 30Fast twoenen Motorcycles 3:00 MCA-SimuCrONSSOwnlcast 600Youth C� 7:« 7:30 The & ou-Pdw Bars & Ramferest 9:« Pharmacv Talk 8:30 Umar* Design -Awards 9:00 Iimpact 10:00 Green TV-Emvironvestai SUN. JANUARY 26 PAI. 12:00 Centennial Game of 3:« Traduig Post 4:3D Strong 5:00 Financial Security SID Ballroom Daoclrig 6:«Germany live-Dussddori 6:30 Renascent Hnuse 7:00 Wexford Raiders Hockey 10:00 Entertainment Scene 10:30 Faces On Photogra y 11:00 Rethinking Urban Sprawl MON. JANUARY 27 A.M. 1000 Scarborough Council P.M. 1230 Focus On Photography I AU The Zoo & Yo-Amencas 1:30 Getting To Know Scarboro 2:00 Scarborough Council 6:00 Aerobics: live & Well 6:30 Hamm -Armenian Evangel 7:001 Scartxuough council 10:00 MCA::Simulcast TUES. JANUARY 28 P.M. 12:00 Warlord Raiders Hockey 3:00 Rethinki Urban Sprawl 4:00 Green TVVvironrnertal 6:00 Real To Reel 0:30 Horizon-J'ai Fari Islamic Centre 7:00 Cent. eri mal Game of the Week 10:00 MCA -Simulcast Jan. 14th. Violence in the schools and in our society has in- creased dramatically in re- cent years and the school yard `bully" has graduated beyond in- timidation and name- calling to far more sinister endeavours. "Play Friend- ly, Play Safe" is a timely, informative and fun presentation whose focus is the pre-school and primary student. No stranger to Scar borough schools, Gary Kent has drawn on 25 years of experience as a childcare worker, artist and musician to help educators introduce social change at this critical time in the social development of the young Mild. This showcase perfor- mance was attended by principals and consultants from the Scarborough Board of Education. Drive Carefully it Pays To Advertise J -M !losell.ses Morkohop Wood Cause; 8:00 9:49 A Lemool� L Show M:« MCA: You & The law 11 30 IWA Arsat RW" 11: « Sieisber Csinema 1 L i Cesstry *Mair Shaw SAT. JANUARY 25 AJM. 9:0 Canadiso Club 10 Sports Evert 12 «city Solt 12:30 M.sons. of Arsema 1:60booked On Fishisig Specal 2: « Pet TV 3 «MCA T&ARe. t « IP perts MFP p Nedn ---- laalkewsi 6:30 Can.l4aic Cwinipetntios 7:« -40may ii Sue Smith 7 30 Cauni IUs¢ Sbow a M Arm with 9: so Akvmtdwa 'fl (*am Wbo's In Cbwpr 10-011 Festival of Fetwats Hands Across The Mater Asea Pacific 11'« Labour Shaw 11:30 samom cmesa SUN. JANUARY'.* A.M. 9: « Empire Club is « Health LAW 11: « Reaction P.M. 12:00 Avramss Greek Show I 061mares of Iran 1 30 hooked an Fnhmt 2-« ChaliieM�eai e:P(P R 4:0) Ask tTs ass S:«Good Afternoon TV « 6-tI PAPP Reports oa 6:30 LabourSb&w 7 «Festival of Festivals Hands Acres The Water Aso, Pacific 8:00 Reaction 9.00 city Gare _d 9:30 ARernate }!calf_' care 10:00 tfigliway IOSue smith 10:20 cooly Music Show 11:« The I.eteuoenid Show MON. JANUARY 27 P-11111. u:« Images of Ira„ 12:301 Let's Do Business 1:« Canadian Club 200 Hooked On Fishing 2:30 Community self Defense 3:00 Home Owners workshop NO 6AD 0�V R--,, ut 6:30 Hohaou 7:00 Canadian M*ai0 Competition 7:30 Beaches Jazz East York Council EY 8:00 studio 2 11:00 Canadian Club TUES. JANUARY 28 P.M. 12:00 Canadian Club 1:00 Canadian Mtaic Competition 1:30 Beaches Jazz 2:00Tai Chi 2:30 Moneyy In The Bank 3:00 Pet TV 4:00 I.emotwid Show 5:00 Reaction 6:00 NP MPPReports Poole Kaplan Akande 6:30 Horizon -Interfaith Prog. 7:00 Yoga 7:30 Courage -Profile :oo 0-001NCA:Art E vent t10 30 31CA:Entertainsent- Etobicoke 11:« Hiwked Om Ftisfiing 11:30 Sinister Cisenia Business Community News Learn More About Exporting To U.S. A seminar sponsored by Ontario's Ministry of In- dustry, Trade and Technology in conjunction with the Canada -U.S. Business Association (CUSBA), will offer com- panies the know-how to ex- port their pacts south of the border, said Industry Minister Ed Philip. The seminar is scheduled to take place Jan. 21. "Exportunity U.S.A. will explam the exporting pro- cess and how to sell to the U.S. market," said Philip. "Speakers from govern- ment and industry will cover topics such as market research, shipping and transportation, in- surance, legal issues and U.S. Customs." Philip will address the luncheon, speaking on "What MITT can do to help You enter the U.S. market". "The U.S. market is ex- tremely important for On- tario companies. In 1990 our exports to the U.S. ex- ceeded $55 billion," said Philip. "I would encourage any company interested in developing a new market for their product to con- sider attending this seminar. It will help them overcome difficulties associated with the expor- ting process.,, Even if a company is already exporting into the U.S., this seminar will pro- vide them with useful infor- mation that could help them streamline their ac- tivities," said CUSBA President David McFad- den. Business consultants from the Ministry's Central East Region Office will be available to provide par- ticipants with more infor- mation on MITT export assistance. The seminar will take place at the Regal Con- stellation Hotel, located at 900 Dixon Road in Etobicoke, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, MITT Central call the Central Office (416) 491— fpr CUSBA at (416) 621-1507. Registration is $50 per per- son, which includes lunch. Metro Separate School Board News Scarboro Missions Chairman Donald Cluoe presented a certificate of appreciation on behalf of the Metropolitan Separate School Board to Rev. Sampson and Rev. Michael Traher from the Scarboro Foreign Mission Society. In 1974, the society Of- fered the MSSB a facility on Kingston Road for use as an adult education cen- tre. Monsignor Fraser Col- lege, named after the founder of the society, now serves close to No adults in five campuses across Metropolitan Toronto. The cailege serves adults with special needs. as well as those adults seeking academic upgrading, English as a Second Language classes, numeracy and literacy skills Wider Horizon Project Contingent upon ap- proval from the Irish inter- national Fund, and on the signing of appropriate waivers, the board approv- ed the support of three MSSB secondary schools for a Wider Horizons i Ireland) Project in Metropolitan Toronto. The project offers oppor- tunities for disadvantaged young people to obtain substantial vocational Preparation overseas. Fif- teen students from Ireland will travel to Metropolitan Toronto in March 1992 and will participate in a cooperative education pro - Non -Smoking Week Features Longest Petition The Council for a Tobacco -Free Ontario launched a Province -wide campaign to record the World's Longest Petition for a Smoke Free Planet on Mon. Jan. 20th, the start of National Non -Smoking Week 1992. Children at Adam Beck Public School, 400 Scar- borough Road. Toronto of- ficially kicked off this cam- paign with a school assembly. Youth represen- tatives from the various grades were invited to sign their names in support of a Tobacco Free Planet. The Hon. Frances Lankin, Minister of Health was present to lend her support to this event and the Ontario launch of Na- tional Non -Smoking Week, 1992. "We are expecting to col- lect over 525,000 signatures on 15,000 petitions from cities and towns across On- tario," noted co organizer, Karen McLean. "Our ob- jectives are to sustain this project for the next three months and collect all the signed petitions in May. We will then join them together for an expected length of over 2 kilometres and pre- sent them to political leaders on World No - Tobacco Day, May 29, 1992, " added Susan Rosens- tein, co-organizer of the project. "It is our hope that the project's outcome will con- vey an important message to all health policy -makers," noted Ludovic D'Souza, Ex- ecutive Director, Cotard for a Tobaeco-Free On- tario "By sngning their names onto these Petitions, young people will be calling on governments to do everything within their legal jurisdiction to impose greater restrictions on the sale of tobacco to youth thereby preventing them from engaging in an addic- ting behaviour and con- suming a product which when used as the manufac- turer intends .. kills! „ The National Clear- inghouse on Tobacco and Health estimates that for every 100,000 smokers now age 15, diseases caused by tobacco will kill about 18,000 of these children prematurely. In addition, Ontario's Chief Medical of- ficer of Health recently reported that well over 13,000 people in Ontario die each year due to tobacco related illnesses. Tobacco use represents the single leading preven- table cause of death and disability in Ontario. It is by far the real drug pro- blem. Don't Drink And Drive gram. The program will Operate at no additional cost to the board. Wed. January 22, 1992 THE NEWS/POST Page Metro's Wet Waste Pilot Project Starting the week of Jan. 13th some 4,500 selected households in the City of Etobicoke and 6,500 selected households in the City of North York will receive a special "wet" waste collection in addition to Blue Box and regular garbage pick-up. The service is part of the "Wet Waste not Project„ ,a 12 -month cooperative program between the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto and the Cities of Etobicoke, North York and Toronto. Through this project, residents will be able to further reduce their household garbage by up to 30%, in addition to the 15% reduced through Blue Box recycling. The "Wet Waste Pilot Project" was previously launched on Nov. 14, 1991 for approximately 1,500 selected households in the City of Toronto. The first six weeks of their program Meet Your Federal Cabinet Ministers The Scarborough Chamber of Commerce is holding a Special Luncheon on Thurs. Jan. 30th at 12 noon at the Sheraton Toron- to East Hotel featuring a Question and Answer Ses- sion with federal cabinet ministers. Ministers scheduled to be in attendance included the Hon. Pauline Browes, MP �of State Environn-- ment, Hon. Doug Lewis, MP Sirncoe North. Solicitor General of Canada and Hon. Bill Winegard, MP Guelph -Wellington, Minister of Science. Tickets are $30 each (lunch included) and reser- vations can be made to 439-4140 or Fax at 4394147. #f iA TN hon (W cmw soc.0y has diverted over 18,000 kilogramy of food and yard waste from landfill. Wet waste is the term us- ed to describe compostable food and yard waste. Once collected at the curb, wet waste will be mechanically composted at Metro's first Centralized Composting Facility at the Dufferin Transfer Station, in Downsview. Here, the Fairfield Digester will mechanically process up to 30 tonnes of wet waste per day. The 12 month project is designed to determine the feasibility of centralized composting in Metropolitan Toronto. The level of resident participa- tion, the method of collec- tion, the quality of materials collected and, ultimately, the quality of the finished compost are all factors to be evaluated the pilot project. Centralis desig cc t�P�ri� backyard composting. Rather it will handle ex- cess wet waste that cannot be composted in a backyard and all wet waste from residents who are unable to compost on their owrtt. Brownie treasures kids can make Is there a kid who doesn't kwe brownies? They'll en- joy a double treat with these recipes because they com- bine brownies with other favorite foods like peanut butter, oranges and choco- late bats. They're perfect brown bag lunches for young - am and young at heart adults, Best of all, these recipes are ideal for beginner cooks. Thcy're quick and easy to make with Pillsbury's Micro- wave Fudge Brownie Mix which comes complete with its own pan. Kids enjoy these goodies even more when they can say "1 made them my- self". Because children are fas- cinated rather than intimi- dated by microwave ovens, it is easy to teach youngsters how to cook with them. An extra plus is that microwave cooking is actually safer for children than conventional methods. There are no hot - to -the -touch appliances to contend with. Do remember to caution children to use pot holders when removing baked foods from the micro- wave. The food itself will be hot and sometimes that heat transfers to the cooking dishes. Once baked, brow r.x travel well in school lunar..,. Keep them refrigerated, then wrap them in foil or waxed paper to include in lunch boxes. They will be one of the most popular "traders". But even if one of these deli- cious brownies could be traded for any school kid's treasure, who would want to trade? Layered Chocolate Orange Brownies Placing ttx; icing in the middle makes these brown- ies ideal for lunch boxes. No icing is lost to the wrapping. 1 Pk9 (292 9) Pillsbury MicrowaveFudge Brownie Mix with Pan 1/3 cup hot water 1/4 cup oil Frosting 1 pkg (125 g/4 o2) cream cheese, softened 3 tbsp liquid honey 2 tsp finely grated orange Peel 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp icing sugar Prepare brownies accord- ing to package directions. Cool completcly. Do not cut brownies. To prepare frosting: In medium howl, combine cream cheese, honey, (range ,�, . 'Ind lemon juice; beat .unci, smooth. Looscn edges of brownie with table knife, invert onto chopping board. Cut brownie in half horizontally forming 2 layers. Spread frosting over bottom layer, place top layer over frosting. Sprinkle top with sifted icing sugar. Refrigerate until ready to save or leave for school. Makes 9 large or 16 small brownies. Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies Chocolate and peanut butter have always been two of kids' favorite treats. Here they are combined into one delicious lunch hox snack. 1 pkg (292 g) Pillsbury MicrowaveFudge Brownie Mix with Pan 1/3 cup hot water 1/4 cup al 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter Glaze 1/2 cup semi -sweet choco- late chips '= 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter 1 tbsp butter Prepare brownies accord- ing to package directions, stirring in 114 cup peanut butter, mix until smooth. Bake as directed- Cool eom- plaely. To make glaze: In small m icrowaveable bow L nom - b inc all ingredients. Cools at HIGH power (100%) for 45 seconds to 1 minute. Stir urmil smooth. Spread over cooled brownies. Refriger- ate until ready to serve or leave for school. Makes 9 large or 16 small brownies. Chocolate Bar Brownies Children love to choose :heir favorite chocolate bar for this hrowme recipe. 1 pkg (292 9) Pillsbury MicrowaveFudge Brownie Mix with Pan 1/3 cup hot water 1/4 cup oil 1 chocolate bar, coarsely chopped Prepare brownies accord- ing to package dirtc noes, stir- ring in half of coarsely chopped chocolate bar. Sprinkle remaining choco- late bar over brownies be- fore baking. Bake as directed. Cool. Makes 9 large or 16 small brownies. Canadianism Is First Multiculturalism Is Second CAN BE BEATEN cCANC "w sock soaE�r ext ca►t� Page 10 THE NEWS; POST Wed. January 22, 1992 Community Sports Notes Skiing -A Sensational Recreation At An Affordable Price Skiing is often thought of as a sport that requires a considerable investment in order to reap the rewards of participation. This is simply not true. Skiing compares favourably in price with other popular recreational activities such as hockey or golf. When stacked up against theme parks, tropical vacations and live entertainment. skiing offers excellent value. It costs about the same to get a child started in hockey as it does in skiing. A minimum investment of 5300 will purchase all the basic equipment for either sport. The average registration fee for a recreational hockey league is 5190. This includes one practice and one game per week (approximately 2 hours of ice time I. An 8 week program at a local ski hill is similar in price (ap- proximately $175), which incudes a full day lift ticket and one hour group lesson for eight Saturdays. The hockey season is a little longer m some areas of Canada ( October to April � but consider the value of a ski season. Ski- ing is full day activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Your children can ski together. and pass egpp cent down from one to another, regardless of sex. You wiri also be introducing your dlildren to a sport that they can en)mfor their entire lives. Skiing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, and skiing opens the door to limitless vacation oppor- tunities. Becoming competent enough with golf dubs to play on an Whole golf course takes most begin- ners a season on the driv- mig range. putting green and perhaps a par -3 course. Five half bour private lessors (for approxiantely $120) would be considered a crash course. Once you are ready to tackle the course, green fees at a public golf course would average $24. With dub rental (s10) your day of golf would cost about $34. or $58 if you rent a cart. The average cost of a lift ticket is $30. Equipment rental would add another $20. Skiing is also easy to learn. Most beginning skiers learn how to ride a lift and ski easy runs in a day. and by the end of a week. new skiers generally progress to intermediate terrain. A one hour private lesson would cost about $255 - $30, but most ski areas of- fer introductory beginner specials winch include lift ticket, equipment rental and a one hour group lesson at $30 or less. Once you try skiing, you'll be hooked, and like all passionate skiers, you'll employ strategies to get in the most runs for the money. Whether you select a smaller ski area with lower priced lift tickets, or bigger mountains with more lifts and runs, you can get in a lot of skiing for your money. Because many people today are short of both time and money, ski areas have responded by offering 2, 3 and 4 hour lift ticket prices for those who wish to ski for shorter more intense periods. For those who prefer to ski at a more leisurely pace, or according to a budget, Mont -Saint -Anne in Quebec has Just im- plemented the option of a point system for a lift ticket. Tickets are valid for a certain number of points corresponding to lift ac- cess. The number of points used on each lift depends on the type. length, ver- tical, speed and mountain area serviced by the lift. The point ticket may be us- ed by one or many skiers at the same time, and is valid for a 3 -year period. Ski areas offer all kinds of incentives to get families on the slopes. Free skiing for children under the age of 6, and reduced prices for children in a group of three or more with at least one adult, make farri ly skiing affordable. Other cost sav- ing opportunities include. mWtiday packages. dis- count cards, season passes. ladies' men's days. free or discounted skiing for seniors. two-for-one ticket specials. mid -week skiing. aigbt skiing. and early and late season bargam. The ultimate experience for most skiers is a ski vacation at a destination resort. For approximatdy $1300 you could take a Club Med vacation. or you could go to Whistler Bladkcomb in British Columbia and ex- perience the two highest vertical -rise mountains in North America with 3.300 acres of terrain offering skiing for everyone 155% of the terrain on both m ouri- tains is rated for in- termediate skiers. 23% beginner and 22% expert , . World lass accommoda- tion. cuisine, night life and other attractions make the value of a saki vacation two to beat. Ski resorts throughout Alberta and British Columbia provide skiers with a wide selection of possibilities to suit every taste and budget. If a more moderately priced get away is more to your liking, overnight packages to excellent ski areas in Ontario and Quebec start at $100. weekend packages at $175 and MW and up for a ski week. Most of these packages include accom- modation. meals and lift tickets. Many packages in- clude the ski school, with lessons taught by certified and highly skilled instruc- tors. Few family vacations offer the enjoyment value of a ski vacation. Fort Lauderdale in February is not the only way to beat the February blues! When compared to a $40 theatre or corncert ticket, or $50 for a meal at a good restaurant, a $34 lift ticket does not seem like an unreasonable expense. Skiers pay it willingly, because they know what non skiers have yet to discover .. skiing is a sen- sational recreational ac- tivity at an affordable price! Other Cost Saving Tips: When you purchase new equipment for children, many retailers offer large discounts on your next pur- chase when you trade in the used equipment. Good used equipment is often available at "ski swaps" operated by ski in- structors or the ski patrol organizations. Rent equipment when you are starting out. Once you have reached a certain skill level, you can invest in equipment that will suit your needs for a longer period of time. Your equipment should last about 100 ski days (ap- proximately 5 seasons of weekend use). Do not feel compelled to buy new equipment simply because the hot new colours appeal to you. Contact your local ski area for information on their special packages for beginners. Book value -wise trips through ski vacation packagers who wrap up everything from lodging to lift tickets. Because these packagers buy flights, rvomns and lift tickets in bulk. they often offer vaca- tioners solid deals. Sports Volunteer Seminars The Scarborough Recreation, Parks and Culture Department is of- fering a Sports Volunteer Training Seminar entitled "Effective Meetings". This seminar will explore the various components that are necessary in car- rying out effective meetings: Preparation for Meetings; How and When to Make a Motion; Proper Conduct at Meetings; and Decision Making and Follow up. Techniques will be addressed that will pro- vide sports associations with the ability to run more effective meetings. Lunch will be offered at the workshop to encourage further discussion and net- working among the various members of the Scar- borough Sports Communi- ty. The seminar will be held at West Rouge Community Centre, 270 Rouge Hills Dr. on Sat. Feb. 8th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $22 and to :register make a cheque payable to the City of Scar- borough, enclosed with your complete name, ad- dress, telephone number(s) and league af- filiation to The City of Scar- borough, Recreation, Parks and Culture Depart- ment, Sports Services. 150 Borough Dr. Scarborough, Ont. MIP 4N7. Best Of Winter At York Quay Centre The best of the Canadian winter comes together in a variety of invigorating out- door activities and amaz- ing displays and demonstrations. For two consectuive, fun -filled weekends, York Quay Cen- tre is transformed into an outdoor winter wonderland and an indoor summer retreat. Outdoor activities in- clude a Camping Workshop and dertuxstmtions from Mountain Equ ipmnent Coop and Survival in the Bush Inc., an organization that specializes in winter wilderness survival. to an FOODLAND ONTARIO k kyA 0 q ;CP C, LA S S I C S JVD v CHILI -TOPPED BAKED POTATOES Fresh Ontario Baking Potatoes are available all winter long for hot. tummy -warming meals. When potatoes are topped with spicy c hath made with your favorite seasoning mix, lean ground beef and canned red kidney beans, you will quicidy have a main dish for a supper the entire tamily will enjoy. 6 Ontario Baking Potatoes 1 Ib (500 g) lean ground beef 1 cup (250 mL) chopped Ontario Onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 pkg (50 g)chii seasoning ma 1 can (19 oz/540 mL) stewed tomatoes 1 can (14 oz/398 mL) red kidney beans Shredded Cheddar cheese Prick potatoes with fork. Bake in 350'F (180°C) oven 1 hour or until done. Meanwhile, in large saucepan combine ground beef, onion and garlic. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until meat and vegetables are cooked. Add chili seasoning mix, tomatoes and kidney beans to pan. Bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15 to 20 min; stir occasionally. Spoon chili over hot, split baked potatoes and top with shredded Cheddar cheese. Serves 6. Preparation time: 5 min. Cooking time: 1 hour authentic sleigh ride with the Swissview Kennels St. Bernard Dogs! Stop by the outdoor West Arcade for taffy tasting, maple syrup and maple - sugar candy, brought to Harbourfront by the Metro Conservation Authority. Witness spectacular ice entertainment featuring special guest international figure -skating competitors and a dazzling figure - skating show by York Region skating Academy- TropiCanada will also present a major event in winter sports. This year, for the first time. the Peace Cup Barrel humping Com- petition will be part of TropiCanada. This prestigious competition will feature top barrel jumpers from as far away as Russia. Holland and Finland. Harbariront will be one of four stops in their competition. Shed your winter gear as temperatures rise to sizzl- ing with indoor daily enter- tainment. Not to be missed is the world of Turnka and his Limbo Dancers as they perform the bottle dance and dazzling dare -devil acts of fire eating and sword swallowing. Warm up to the sounds of South American folk music with Chaquira, featuring Franklin Herrera and Fer- nan Enriquez. Learn graceful body movements with Middle Eastern dance taught by Dali. Create your own costumes as you are taught the art of Mas ( mas- querade) with Caribbean band leader Emerson Myers! Look forward to a meeting with Andrew Eland. a South African magician who will roam the site with his fascinating grab-bag of tricks! Also featured will be an international Marketplace of foods and crafts from many of the participating countries. 7k*k your taste buds with some wonderful culinary creations from Food Dernoastatioos of Italian, Indian and Carib bean cuisine. TropiCanada. Harbour - front's Winter Heat Wave has something for everyone! All activities are free and take place in and arou=nd York Quay Centre. 235 Queens Quay West. For more information call 973.3000. Our 42nd. Year of service to the community. SCARBOROUGH news AGINCOURT news WEST HILL news NORTH YORK news EAS END news PICKERING posf PUBLISHED BY Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Ont. M 1 S 3R3 Phone 291.2583 Our typesetting is the best! Got a magazine, newspaper, booklet, flyer to typeset? Cell 291-2583 for an estimate of cost. Serving the Community Since 1950 travel Winter Activities Great In Metro Toronto Area Following is a whirlwind winter tour of Metropolitan Toronto -hither and yon, in- doors and out -highlighting a cornucopia of remarkably affordable (often free) activities and attractions to enjoy. No matter where your in- terests lie, Metro Toronto has something for you. Are you sports -minded? Then you might consider a bracing day of cross- country skiing at one of Toronto's many parks, dot- ted throughout the city. Skating aficionados. on the other hand, can glide around the rink at Har- bourfront or at Nathan Phillis Square (in front of City Hall, one of Toronto's architectural wonders), both offer skate rentals. Hockey your sport? Cheer on the Toronto Maple Leafs at Maple Leaf Gardens, now an historical landmark. U you prefer baseball or football, go for the SkyDome "Tour Ex- perience", a behind -the - scenes guided view of the world's fust fully retrac- table domed stadium, home to the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Argonauts. Are you a history buff' If so, step back in time at one of Toronto's historical sites. First stop is Fort York. where one of the chief battles of the War of 1912 was fought; an evocative tour -performed by 19th -century suited soldiers and their -wives" -takes you through seven of the original 18 buildings. Visit Casa Loma (Spanish for "houses on the hill" -an uanderstatrnenc ), Toronto's own glorious and grandiose castle. built bet- ween 1911 and 1913, once the home of Sir Henry Pellatt, royalist and fn�nan- c wr. this architectural fan- cy contains secret passages, towers and an undergorud tunnel. Experience the people, crafts and architecture of and -19th century Canada at Black Creek Pioneer Village. At Market Gallery of the City of Toronto Archives -located in the South St. Lawrence Market, Toronto's original City Hall - examine pain- tings, artifacts, photographs, maps and documents (you might take time to stroll through the two-level market itself, where you'll find every kind of fresh food im- aginable) . Museums and galleries your cup of tea? Good: Toronto has a wealth of both. The Royal Ontario 4 VTlA VACATION SAVINGS 10.50% OFF WOODSIDE SQUARE INFO 298-8006 NOVA TRAVEL LTD. 0M.Lie.31567M "Complete Travel Service" to ON destlnations DNlif" Rd.& Midland Av. 265.6682 Museum -Canada's largest - houses six million treasures, illuminating natural history, art and the evolution of civilization; favourite galleries include Dinosaurs (a big hit with the kids) and Chinese Col- lections. Also part of the ROM: the McLaughlin Planetarium, where starry simulations of the heavens are projected on to the ceil- ing of its 23 -metre dome; the Sigmund Samuel Building, displaying a fascinating collection of Canadian antiques; and the George R. Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art, one of the few museums in the world devoted to ceramics. The Art Gallery of On- tario is undoubtedly one of :North America's best fine arts museums, boasting, as it does, a permanent collec- tion of more than 15,000 works. The AGO contains 20 large galleries highlighting Western and Renaissance art, and im- pressionist. postimpres- sionist and modernist Also worth a visit: The Power Plant. an expansive gallery at Harbourfront devoted to modern, avant garde and experimental art ( admission is free) . the Toronto Sculpture Garden, an outdoor space featuring large-scale conternporary works. open all year round (also free) : and the Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum, a shrine at Exhibition Place to the history and study of this most Cana- dian of sports "He shoots' He SL.outs!' ) Fascinated by things scientific? Beam up to the Ontario Science Centre, a vast, marvelous playground of science and technology, with 900 plus hands-on exhibits, demonstrations, workshops, mini -theatres. Wins and activities. Ex- plore space, communica- tions, life, food and more in a setting that brings to mind a joyous, fun -filled pinball arcade. Yearn to be down on the farm? Then you won't want to miss the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, held annually in November at the C. N. E. Coliseum. It's the largest indoor agricultural fair in the world, featuring more than 10,000 animals, booths, auc- hem, square dancers and country musicians, the Festival of Food, and the world-famous Royal Horse Show. What else? Well, we could go on indefinitely - we've barely scratched the surface of excursions and diversions, activities and attractions - but we'll leave you with three further possibilities. You might consider a tour of the Toronto Stock Exchange, the largest public securities market in Wed. January 22, 1992 THE NEWS/POST Page 11 tt - ►a.. 4610 -- Cruising is one of the real trips that makes your vacation an item to remember' Above. the Sovereign of The Seas pulls into another port in the Caribbean in one of its 7 nights Caribbean cruise. On this ship there are twin pools and pool bar. saunas. gymnasium. two sports decks. lounge. twin dnemas. Windjammer cafe. discotheque. Casino Royale, card room conference room. video games room and even a kids wad teem room_ Club Med Unveils New Programs haredreis- three ba new sports: Rock climbing. Fitness workshops and SCUBA school. There are always new mountains to climb for Club Med in its quest to br- ing you the most unique and exhilaratingca vation activities. Which brings us ur ca to oPlaya Blanvillage in Mexico, where we've just built a peak you'll want to scale: Introducing Club Med's first simulated mou stain side. perfect for learning the ropes of rock- climbing and experienci ng the thrill of this in- vigorating sport. Canada, where more than $250 million worth of stock (whew!) changes hands every day Or perhaps a visit to The Upper Canada Brewing Company, Toronto's only brewery. Finally, how could you leave town without a sight-seeing ex- pedition at the CN Tower, the world's tallest freestan- ding structure (553.3 metres of 1,815 feet). Step inside a glass -faced elevator and whiz to an in- door observation level in 58 seconds (exhilarating'). On a clear day, you can see as far as Niagara Falls - not to mention a dizzying, dazzling view of Toronto you'll never forget. Back down at the base of the tower, get on board "Space Race", in which two specially modified flight simulators take passengers on a wild ride through space. But roclt dimbieg isn't the only adrfatm to the list of activities that make Playa Banca a sensational vacation destination, and one of the best values you'll fund this winter. The village's beefed-up fitness prog)rarn now pro- vides you with health ex- perts and exercise instruc- tors who'll work with you to custom -design a fitness regime to keep you in great shape until your next vaca- tion_ And if you still have time, you can take advantage of Playa Blanca's new Scuba. Beginning Dec. 15th, you can earn Padi or Nasi cer- tification during ymrr vaca- tion, a M value at no ad- ditional cost! Marathon entertainment ( with you as the star), plus new improvisational This winter. Playa Blan- ca becomes a prime destination for those who enjoy entertainment. and for those who want to share the spotlight. So expect to be wooed by a parade of visiting musicians, magi- cians. comedy and im- provisation troupes, disc - jockeys and other per- formers, all of whom have their instructions to make you part of their act. If you ever wanted to assist a magician, perform a pratfall, deliver a punch line, or belt out a chops to a favourite song, Playa Blanca is the place for you. And here's another Playa Blanca exclusive: Club Med has just signed Chicago City Limits. a side- splitting improvisatioml comedy groin. to conduct ongoing improvisational workshops from Dec. 1 through March 31. You can sign up for either •'Open' or "Intensive" Workshops. Open Workshops are free, giving you a brief fun - filled taste of comedy techniques. Week-long In- tensive Workshops are for those who want to explore the world of improvisa- tional comedy, well, a little more intensively. (There is an extra charge for the in- tensive workshop.) By week's end, you'll take to the stage for an evening performance alongside members of the Chicago Ci- ty Limits cast. Watch out. Saturday !Night live, here come our G.M-s' 6th -Annual Groundhog Carnival Each year at this time Gary the Groundhog makes his much an- ticipated appearance at Kortright. Gary's predic- tion on Groundhog Day, Sun. Feb. 2, takes place at 12 noon. If he sees his shadow, winter will drag on for another six weeks. If he doesn't see his shadow, spr- ing could be just around the corner. Gary is much more scientific than his well known associates Wiarton Willy and Punxsutawney Phil because at 12 noon Gary has a more accurate picture of the true weather of the day. K.C. the Groundhog, the Kortright mascot, will frolic about during the "Groundhog Winter Car- nival", a fun day of ac- tivities on Feb. 2. The car- nival is a great opportunity for a winter family outing. It features unique and fun things to do like making finger puppets and playing native winter games. Enjoy a special slide presentation on groun- dhogs at 1:30 p.m. %isitors can join The K.C. Ski Challenge at 1 p.m., snow or no snow. Depending on the weather conditions, the race takes place on cross- country or land skis. The Kortright Centre is Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Follow the signs: Take Highway 400 to Major Mackenzie Drive (at Canada's Wonderland), go west 3 km to Pine Vallev Drive. then south 1 km. For more information call (416) 661-66W. Elected To Committee Scarborough resident and Metro Toronto Police Constable Fred Willison has been elected to the first executive committee of the provincial volunteer organization that is a kev player in the fight against drinking and driving in On- tario. The Ontario Community Council on Impaired Driv- ing (OCCID) is an um- brella organization that pulls together over 40 local, regional and provincial groups working to prevent and eliminate impaired driving in the province. The Ontario Community. Council on Impaired Driv- ing was originally formed as an information -sharing and networking organiza- tion in early 1990. Since that time, OCCID has spon- sored and coordinated "Ar- rive Alive -Drive Sober Week- prior to the Victoria Day long weekend. Plann- ing for the third annual campaign which highlights drinking and driving as a year-round problem is in progress. W. Page 12 THE POST Wed. January '" 1992 Here & Where In Pickering by Diane Matheson LIBRARY NEWS Read -A -?Mania is for children 8 to 10 and includes stories and word garnes and will be held at the Bay Ridges Library on Tuesday from Feb. 4th to March 9th. Register at the library or by calling 839-3W after Jan. 11th. ;DROP IN CENTRE Moms and pre-schoolers are invited to attend a drop in centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays at St. Paul's United Church. 65 Kings Cres. in Ajax. On Tuesday the program runs from 9:30 to 11 a.m and on Ttnursdays from 9:15 to 11.30 a.m. Register by calling 686-4149 or 427-7415. FREE FROM FEAR FOUNDATION The Free From Fear Foundation meets the first and third Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1400 Bayly St.. a Pickering. This non-profit organization is dedicated to help- ing those suffering from anxiety disorders and phobias and offers information, educational matetials, guest speakers and support groups. For details call 831-3877. BALLROOM DANCE, CLUB If you like dancing come and join the Durham Ballroom Dance Club where you will have fun, meet new friends and practice your dance steps to strict tempo music. Club members meeting on Thursdays at 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Avenue Public School. The fee is $12.50 per person per year. this includes admittance. For more information can Maureen Cooper at 427--,,42. THE ANIMAL RESCUE MISSION Recently the Animal Rescue Mission had a display at the Pickering Town Centre. These people are devoted to animals and their mission is to save all unwanted pets and rescue animals in distress. It is run by full and part time volunteers and is entering its 21st year of operation. One of the fine programs that you can take part in is to become a "foster parent". While the mission is looking for a permanent home for the pet, you provide a monthly dona- tion to take care of its food, etc. You will receive a recent colour photograph of your foster pet - 50t a day ($15 per month) is all it costs. If you are interested and would like more information write to: The animal Rescue Mission, 2793 Danforth Ave., Toronto, Ontario M4C 1L9. The monthly newspaper is automatically sent to all pet foster parents. BINGO The Silver Dollar Bingo is the location for fund-raising bingos each Friday to benefit the Pickering Ringette Association. Games being at 12:45 p.m. and jackpots are $1,000 and $500 with $100 prizes on regular games. For more ,information call 839-5344. HOCKEY PLAYERS NEEDED A ran -contact men's hockey league needs players for Saturday afternoon games at the Art Thompson Arena. If you are intersted call Bill at 427-9638. AJAX PHILATELIC SOCIETY The "Stamp Club" meets on the first and third Mondays of the month from September to June from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Parish Hall, St. Bernadette's Church in Ajax. Activities at the meetings include "swap & sell" rights, table auctions and presentations on various topics to do with stamps. Cast is $6 for adults. Juniors aged 10 to 16 are welcome to join at no charge. Call Shanie Mangulins at 465-1291 in the evenings only. TUESDAY '.HORNING LADIES CLUB Ladies 18 and over are united to the Tuesday Morning Ladies Club held from 9 to 11 a.m., every Tuesday from September to May. at the Church of the Latter Day Saints, south of Hwy. 4 east of Church St. in the Village. Activities include exercise class, volleyball. basketball. floor hockey. crafts. coffee time. social activities. The cost is $1 per vmt and $2 for child supervision. To find out more call March Melas 66846674 or Shannon Buchan at 4.—,-e657,. Lower fat and lower salt meat products, right for the times The call for lower fat and lower saltproducfs has been heard by Canada's mut processors. Recent nutrient analysis on processed meats show thtse products to be consid- erably leaner than pmvi- oursly reported. "Compared to current data published in the Canadian Nutrient File, Canadian bologna has 12% fewer calories and 16% less fat,- explains Dr. Garth Suodeen, Director of Sci- entific Activities with the Canadian Meat Council. "Wieners are about 18% leaner." According to Sundeen, the industry is ex- pcaing Health and Welfare Canada to publish revised and expanded nutrient data in the near future. Dr. Sundeen went on to say, "Manufacture of proc- essed Wheats is highly regu- lated under the Canada Meat Inspection Act and Regula- tions, administered by the twined employees of Agri- culture Canada. The famil- iar round -Canada- federal meat inspection legend, found on the packages of processed meats, is your assurance of product made from wholesome meat in- gredients, manufactured uodereontinuous inspection and packaged and labeued according to federal gov- ernment regulations." Federal regulations set minimum protein standards for most processed meats. Ready -k: -eat sausage prod- ucts such as wieners, bologna, pepperoni and mortadella must contain a minimum I I% total pro- tein; breakfast sausages must contain at least 9% total protein. The meat industry is also providing more information to consumers. Recently Agricult,.,, i .: mated th.,: the l ,,0(_K) approved lata l,, three-quar- ters of which are for mut and poultry products, 40% bear nutrition information. Today's processed meats offer the health conscious consumer a choice. Retail shelves are lined with smoked hams having less than 5% fat, bacon with 33% less salt than the regular product and bologna that is 50% fat reduced. Meatproc- essors, just like other mar- keters, are continually fine tuningtheirproducts to meet the needs of their custom- ers. Today's processed meats are full of variety.... smoked hams and picnics; luncheon meats; salamis; spreads and pites; fresh, smoked and cured sausages; smoked meats and pastrami.... to name just some of the many tasty choices. Added to the product variety are varia- tions in taste, shape, firm and packaging methods w hole loaf to ,sindli lackAgts for conven- ient display on the retailers' pegboard. And for indi- vidual requirements, proc- essed meats can be pur- chased fresh sliced at the deli counter in the quantity of your choice. "The meat industry is proud of its track record. As the industry strives to meet the demands for new menu choices, the safety and wholesomeness of our prod- ucts will not be compro- mised,- concluded Dr. Sundeen. Mat Salad Sandwich Add some variety to sand- wich menus with this colorful and tasty meatsalad served in pita bread. It's great for brown bag I unches because the salad can be prepared in advance. 4 oz (125 g) assorted* sandwich meats 1 stalk celery, chopped 1/2 green, red or yellow pepper, gypped 1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped red onion 1/4 cup (50 mL) shred- ded partly -skimmed mozzarella cheese 2 tbsp (25 mL) bottled Italian salad dressing 2 lettuce leaves 2 pita pockets (mediurn size) Combine all ingredients, exc ept lettuce and pita pock- ets. ('This can be done up to a day before serving.) Chit pita pockets in half. Place one lettuce leaf on the bot- tom of each half and spoon 1/4 of the sandwich mixture into each pocket. *Assorted cold cuts can be a combination of many different types or just your favourite one. Any of your favourite salad ingredients can be uti- lized in this recipe. Makes 2 servings. 7�•'��7 so with Rene Soetens, M.P. As this year marks Canada's 125th birthday, I thought you might find it interesting to read some facts about the history of our country's name and flag. The Name "Canada" In 1536, two Indian youths told explorer Jacques Cartier about the route to "kanata". They were referring to the village of Stadacona; "kanata" was simply the Huron - Iroquois word for "village". For want of another name, Cartier used "Canada" to refer not only to Stadacona (the site of present-day Quebec City) but also to the entire area subject to its chief, Donnacona. The name was soon applied to a much larger area; maps in 1547 designated everything north of the St. Lawrence River as "Canada". The first official use of the name "Canada" was in 1791 when the Province of Quebec was divided into the colonies of Upper and Lower Canada. In 1841, the two regions were re -united under one name. the Province of Canada. At the time of Confederation, the new country assumed the title, the "Dominion of Canada". This name was taken from Psalm 72: "He shall have dominion also. from sea to sea..." About Our Flag Canada's flag, as we know it today, was adopted by a resolution of Parliament and proclaimed by Queen Elizabeth to take effect on February 15, 1965. That was the day that the maple leaf flag was first raised over Parlia- ment Hill. Previous nags included the Union Flag t commonly called the Union Jack), first flown over Canada in 1621. and the Canadian Red Ensign. a form of which was first used around 1870. The search for a new flag began in 1946 wtien a select commuttee of Parliament examined more than 1,500 designs. For 18 years, agreement could not be reached on a new design. However, as the centennial of parliament ap proached, efforts weir increased to make a selection, and the maple leaf flag was chosen. its design incorporates the official colours of Canada - red and white - as appointed by Karg George V in 1971, with a stylized 11 -pant red maple leaf m its centre. PICKERING AND %7LLA(:F: SF:NIOR.s The club is located at 29 Linton Ave., beside the Village Arena. Monthly meetings are held on the second Wednes- day d each month starting at 2 p.m. Activities are open to citizens 55 years and over, with a membership fee of $3 per � ear. The club has a very active craft group, with quilting. sewing. knitting, painting on cloth, embroidery. etc. The program includes bridge. euchre. darts, pool. social events. exercise classes, bingo, day and overnight bus trips. For more information call 683 -MW Monday and Tuesday after - now or 819-2399. READING HELP One out of five adults in the Durham Region needs help with reading and writing. Reading a menu or a form for a Jab. wnturng cheques or paying bills is very hard for some people. "Read Hot Line-' - 1 -800263 -CM - is the number to call if you would like help. You can choose a program that suits you: one -tonne. small groups. classes, day or evening. or if you would like to become a volunteer. there are programs to train those too. Call the above number for more information. TOPS TOPS stands for "Take off Pourxis Sensibly". This group meets every Thursday at the Village Retirement Centre, 1955 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering. Call 42"r-9619 if you would like to find out more. ENGLISH English as a second language is being offered in the even- ing at Dennis O'Connor Separate School on Monday eft Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. To register call 576-615o, ext. 214 or 215. OVEREATERS A.NONVMOUS This group meets every Wednesday to help those who are having problems with their weight. The Wednesday's meeting is in the upstairs choir room of the Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N. in Pickering Village. Step study tuns from 7 to 8 p.m. The general meeting is from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Enter the meeting by the nor- theast door. For more Information call Caren at 831-25570 or Lily at 683-6479. SNOWMOBILES CAN'T SWIM--... W�.��iC ,II% --_ , _ o• 1