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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPP1994_11_30tD 111 i • Computers • Software • Calculators • Video games Member of one of Canada's largest chain of computer stores PICKERING TOWN CENTRE 1355 Kingston Road (905) 420.9707 Blaisdale Montessori School Est. 1969 Our 25th. Year For children 18 mths. 8i up 415 Toynevale Rd. Pickering (905) 509-5005 Winter Wonder At Enniskillen Enjoy winter at its best with a trip to the Enniskillen Conservation Area located just 20 minutes east of Oshawa. Enniskillen offers visitors a wide range of winter activities from skating to music. hockey pond. cross country skiing and tobogganing. Everything for the young and young at heart. Recreation Centre The recreation centre is complete with a kitchen. flush toilets and is heated' During the winter weekends the Authoritv staff will be selling refreshments from the kitchen. The centre makes an excellent place to get warm and may be reserved for your special event by contacting the Authority office. Redesigned Toboggan Hill Just up the way. thrill seekers will find new and improved toboggan hills. The main hill has been redesigned to reduce possible traffic conflicts and a beginner hill was created to introduce new people to this exciting sport. Both hills are located in Area 2. Events The Authoritv events have also been expanded in this Area to include skating parties, sleigh rides and much much more. For further information on these events contact the Authority office at ( 905 ) 579 - All or pickup one of the Authority newsletters in any of the conservation areas. Gate Fee Enniskillen Conservation Area will be open for winter activities from Dec. 1 to Mar. 15. During this time a gate fee will be in place of .50 person or $2 vehicle. Directions To get to Enniskillen Conservation Area exit Waveriv St. in Bowmanville from the 401. Travel north on Reg. Rd. 57 for 20 minutes to the 7th Concession Rd., turn left to Holt Rd., turn right and then left into the Area entrance 40s per copy Published by Watson Publishing Company Ltd. Every Wednesday Second Class Mail Registration No. 1645 $15 per yr. by mail ol. 29 No. 44 Pickering, Ontario This Space Could Be Yours For E12 Senning the Community for 28 Years! ■ �AIA�MA��NM __________ _ _ e e ra n Ned. November 30, 1994 PICKERING J20sp Christmas This Year Are you looking for a special way to celebrate K.G. Old Severin Hold Packed Mardi Gras Ball K. G. Old Severin. the German -Canadian Club of Picker- Five other Mardi Gras dubs brought their seni,,r and ing held a Mardi Gras event at the East Shore Community *mcr ga+des to the event. Above. is the K. G. Old 5evenn Centre on Liverpool Road last Sat. %ov. 26th. and the place was packed with revellers who enjoyed the great music Junior Garde performing for the audience. (photo - Bob from the Mississauga Express. Watson) Durham Board Of Education Notes Transfers Annomoced Joan Patterson, Vice Principal of E.A. Fairman P.S. will be transferred to the Aldon Learning Centre, effective Jan. 1, 1995. Christine Ward, Vitt Principal of Sunderland P.S. will be transferred to the new John Dryden P.S. effective Sept. 1, 19%. Students Honoured for Achievements Pickering H.S. student Eddie Maste and Anderson C.V.I. student Alex Kish were introduced to trustees by David Gould, Project Facilitator Technology. The students competed and were successful at the Durham Skills Challenge, the Ontario Skills Challenge and the Cana- dian Skills Challenge. This entitled them to compete at the North American Skills Challenge held last spring in Kansas City, where Ed- die won a gold medal in electronics and Alex won a gold medal in sheet metal work. Both were congratulated by trustees and by their teachers, Hugh Amos and Rob Harkes, for their hard work and achievements. The young men may have the opportunity to compete at the upcoming Interna- tional Skills Challenge in Paris. France. Ronald Martino and Son Funeral Directors (Formerly of West Hill) Brock Road Chapel 1057 Brock Road (just south of 401) Pickering Family owned and operated. (416) 686--589 Capital Forecast Approved The 1995 Capital Expen- diture Multi Year Forecast, as submitted to the Ministry of Education and Training. was approv- ed by the board. The forecast details the board's requests for approval of capital projects for the years 1996 to 2000. The value of projects requested for the first year of the forecast is almost $40 million. Sketch Plans Approved Sketch plans for the General Purpose Room ad- dition and alterations to Scott Central P.S. were ap- proved by trustees. Parent Handbook to be Reviewed Trustees directed staff to review the recently - devised Parent Handbook to include a clear definition of the role of parents and community groups. The Handbook will be presented by February, to the board for discussion and endorsement so that the new provisions will be in effect for the 1995-96 school year. Board and Children's Aid Society Reach Agreement The Durham Board and the Children's Aid Society of Durham Region have reached an agreement in principle for leasing of the board's former ad- ministrative facility at 555 Rossland Rd. W., Oshawa. It is expected that details will be cm&wrned sbortly and that the Children's Aid Society would pian to move into the facility early in the new year. Joint Project Announced The Durham Board of Education, the Durham Region Roman Catholic Separate School Board and the Oshawa Historical Society will work together in the development of a joint curriculum document an Oshawa's history for use in local schools. The document will showcase historical events in the city and people who have made significant con- tributions to education over the years. In honour of the project, the Historical Society has presented each board with a lifetime memberhsip and will pro- vide a certificate at the elementary level and a small cash award at the secondary level for ex- cellence in the subject of history. Youth Programs At C LO CA CLOCA has announced the commencement of three youth employment programs. These programs focus on senior and disabled outreach activities, forest inventory and education. The three programs combined provide 56 total work weeks values at $23,899.07. These programs are designed to increase the community awareness, accessibility, and education for our environment. The programs also provide valuable knowledge and much needed work experience for the youth involved. In total, seven Soft daily wear contact lenses 2 PAIRS $98.00 Extended wear contact lenses 2 PAIRS $148.00 r u MORNINGSIDE MALL 416-281-98M employment opportunities have been created by CLOCA In cooperation with Environmental Youth Corps (EYC) and Challenge programs. One provincially sponsored EYC program funded by the Ministry of Environment and Energy has provided the opportunity for two youths to operate an outreach program to serimrs and disabled groups. The presentation being conducted will focus on uses and accessibility of the Conservation Areas, upcoming public events and education of our your Christmas season this year? Why not try the stage at Town Hall 1873 where the Millar Lights will present three shows filled with music, laughter and warmth of Christmas. The Millar lights is the well known Scugog children's musical theatre group, 33 youngsters who have brought so much joy to the stage over the last several years with their -songs. music and acting. This year, the Christmas �tiow will Include two llght- ,a rt ed musical fables. :`u, Reluctant Dragon is :,.)ut St. George and the )ragon and takes place .,rw)ut Christmas time. The second is Brother's Heinrich's Christmas, a fable built around the legend that a lovely carol - in dulci jubilo was first sung by angels who ap- peared as if by miracle to the medieval monk Heinrich Suso on Christmas Eve. Millar Light founders Dr. Tom and Catherine Millar, along with special guests Julie Renwick and Grant Coward will lend their voices to this special show. The two fables will be narrated by Dr. John Stewart who has perform- ed in many productions by the Borelian drama group and the Scugog Choral Society. The Millar Lights Merry Christmas Show will be performed on Fri. Dec. 9th at 8 p.m. at Town Hall 1873` Sirncoe St. Port Perry. On Dec. 10, there will be a matinee at 2 p.m. and an evening performance at 8 p.m. Tickets are $8 for the evening shows and $6 for the matinee. They are available at Irwin Smith Music, directly across the street from Town Hall 1873, or by calling 1905) 985-2635. -7�v1T1 ..�y��Q2 • environment. The second provincially sponsored EYC program, funded by the Ministry of Natural Resources, has provided the opportunity for two youths to update the Authority's forest inventory. The third employment opportunity is a Federal Challenge "Best Matches" program, and has enabled DENTAL OFFICE, Dr.K. Fenwick Dr.R.Hoftman Dr.S.Sekhon Dr.J. Wasserman Denture Therapist - Harry Orfanidis MORNINGSIDE MALL SUITE 348 Evening b Saturday appointments available 282.1175 Page THF: NEWS POST Wed. November 30, 1941 �Opi n ion a page for expression for you and us Rough Times by Bob Watson Well, our 55 Canadian soldiers are unable to leave an area in Yugoslavia because the local army has them in a state of "capture". These soldiers have suddenly become a bargaining role in this long drawn out civil war. We believe Canada should remove all of our troops from this ridiculous situation. And if they won't let our 55 soldiers go free, let's use the excellent World War II system called "Commandos". Our mind turned to the Grey Cup football playoff in Van- couver last weekend. Our western citizens backed their team 100% and defeated the Baltimore team - to keep the cup here in Canadian hands. The expansion of the Canadian Football League into American cities would seem to sug- gest that the league could become the North American Football League with most players from the U.S.A. We understand that Toronto's keen football fans were watching American football last weekend - not our Cana- dian Grey Cup game. Trough Day Dear Sir: November 21st was Trough Day. On that day 52 MPs, elected just six years ago. qualified for gold-plated pensions worth r5.3 million. Of course. they are not really pensions. Getting an MP's pensinn is like winning a cash -for -life lottery. After all. what pension pays out after only six years regardless of age" What pension has unlimited protection against inflation' And what pension can legally accumulate 2 1 2 times faster than allowed in the private sector" The rest of us can only dream about a pension so lavish' Over the years. Canadian taxpayers will have to fork out millions of dollars to fund the pensions of these 52 MPs. but that's not the worst part What's worse. i< that Prime :Minister Jean Chretien even allowed Trough Day to happen He could have easily reformed the pension plan before Nov 21. but he chrlse not to and that speaks vohimes about his credibility. How can Canadians trust Chretien to reform Canada's finances when he won't even reform %IPs' pensions' How can w•e Canadians he expected to tighten our belts when our leaders won't tighten theirs' What Canada nett` are leaders who are willing to do what's hest for their country What we have. unfortunately. are leaders who seem willing only to do what's hest for themselves That's a disgrace and our wonderful country deserve% tetter Sincerely David tiomervllle President The National Citizens' Coalition Re -invest Federal Gas Tax Dollars In Ontario Roads Ontario has sent the federal government a commitment of funds for its portion of the National Highway System. and CAA Toronto is asking members to write to their Members of Parliament about federal funding. The federal government has promised to respond by Dec 15. 1994. and CAA members can have a strong voice in government if they participate in this campaign. As part of the 3.7 million member Canadian Automobile Association. CAA Toronto has supported and needed repairs and upgrading to the system for over a decade. According to Pat Curran of CAA Toronto. "The federal Liberals were elected on the promises of job creation by building roads. of restoring integrity to government, of expanding international competitiveness and of building Canadian unity. Funding the needed repairs and upgrades to the National Highway System will help fulfil all four Red Book promises at once." CAA Toronto is a not-for-profit automobile club serving 620.000 members. and is affiliated with the Canadian Automobile Association and the American Automobile Association. ICK.` RIMS• ria o s f Published every Wednesday by Watson PubliaNng Company Limited, Est. 1950 Office R Address: 150 Milner Ave. Unit 35, Scarborough, Ont. M1S 3R3. Telephone 291.2583 Publisher i General Manager • Bob Watson Office Manager • Irene Watson ADVERTISING - Irene Watson, Bertha Kronenberg, EDITORIAL - Audrey Purkiss, Diane Matheson, Bill Watt SUBSCRIPTIONS - $15 per year - 409 a Copy. Ed Foxton won Ist.prize in the Best Vegetable Collection as well as Queen of the Show award at the Agincort Garden Club's garden show on Sept -11th. (Photo - Bob Watson). Why You Need A New Power Of Attorney by Reginald A. Hummel Q.C. Did you knowthat m 1992 the Ontario Government passed new legislation which changes the law in relation to Powers of Attornev' The Substitute Decisions Act and The Consent to Treatment Act were passed by the Ontario Government and, are to be proclaimed into Law early in 19%. The combined effect of this new legislation makes it imperative that eve%ww sign a specific Power of Attorney for two separate purposes. One purpose is to give legal authority for a per -Axl you appoint to deal generally with your estate, and specifically to W4 after vour bills and all money matters which you have by way of paying your bills and debts, doing your bunking for you. and filing your income tax returns,and dealing generally with your estate, if you become incapacitated. The second Power of Attorney is for personal care, and that has to do with man* decisions as to medical treatment if you are in some way incapacitated, and unable to give a consent to medical treatment, and to specific medical procedures. The new law states that you may give to vour attorney the right for them to make decisions for you in relation to such things as having operations, having medical treatment, and not being put on life support systems where that would be contrary to your wishes. The new legislation will take the place of the former "Living Will" which was in fact a direction and authorization to your doctor stating when, and under what circumstances you wanted medical treatment withheld. The new Law not only gives you the right and the opportunity to have someone look after your business interests, and make decisions for medical care, but also states that if you fail to exercise your right by completing the Powers of Attornev in the new forms, an Ontario Government official called The Public Guardian Trustee will make those decisions for vou. This basically means that husbands and wives will no longer be able to make decisions for each other, nor will their children, or immediate family, be able to make decisions for their parents, but an Ontario government official will make all of those decisions, and manage an incapacitated person's property whenever thev are unable to manage their affairs themselves. Accordingly it is recommended that everyone take advantage of the opportunity to give these Powers of Attorney to their husband or wife, or to their children, to prevent the government from acting in ways in which they would not wish the government to act. The new Acts are to be proclaimed early in 1995, and accordingly everyone should have a Power of Attorney prepared now for them. It is strongly recommended that these Powers of Attorney be prepared by a lawyer who is familiar with the new law, and who has carefully prepared the new forms required. Queen's Park Report Anne Swarbrick, M.P.P. Scarborough West Giving Youth A Hand -up Scarborough youth aged 15 to 24 1 up to 29 if disabled) now have an agency devoted to helping them discover what they'll need to succeed in the competitive job market. I'm happy to say that the new Scarborough Intake and Assessment Centre is located in my riding of Scarborough West at 2202 Eglinton Ave. E. tat Birchmount). Run by Centennial College and Operation Springboard, the Centre offers unemployed youth testing and skills assessment, as well as a job preparation workshop and counselling. At the end of the assessment. youth may be referred to a Futures paid work placement position. further education, or more employment counselling. The centre is sponsored by the Ontario Training and Adjustment Board (OTAB). OTAB was set up by our government to make sure that Ontario has the highly -skilled labour force necessary to compete in our changing world of new technology and new challenges. OTAB directs, advises and funds training and adjustment programs and services in 6 key areas: entering the workplace and on-the-job training: workplace training, consulting and incentives: upgrading and literacy: employment counselling: re-entering the workforce: new initiatives, including sectoral training agreements that help specific industries train workers, and Skills OK which promotes a positive view of skilled trades to young people. The new Scarborough Intake and Assessment Centre is just one of the fruits of the hard work of OTAB. To register, applicants may call 2115-6012. Anne Sw•arbrick's Office Contact: Vera Kizoff 698-35.34. News From Ottawa from Dan McTeague MP Ontario Riding • • • • : : • .� : ti•. _ _ J1 �dJJJ �!! til Y 'r... JJl ❖.... •.. -. tVJM.•JJ_ McTeague Hopes To See Reforms Made To MP Pensions Dan McTeague. MP Ontario Riding, hopes the upcoming reforms to Members of Parliament penswris, as announced by the Prime Minister in the House of Commons, will ad- dress some of the long-standing concerns Canadians have about the current pension pian. "During the 1993 election, I campaigned on the need to reform the Members of Parliament pension pian. In April, I introduced a Private Members' Bill to address the excesses which are contained in the current pian. The Bill sought to prohibit former Members of Parliament from collecting pensions while employed by the Government of Canada, thereby eliminating the so-called practice of double dipp- ing." said McTeague. "In addition, the Bill would prevent former members from receiving a pension until they were 6o years of age and had served at least three consecutive terms with a minimum of ten years consecutive service. Currently, members with six years of service are immediately eligible for a pension, regardless of their age, upon ceasing to be a member. The Bill also prevents beneficiaries of deceased MP's from obtaining any pension benefits until the deceas- ed member would have reached age sixty," McTeague add- ed ..I commend the Prime Minister for informing Canadians that the President of the Treasury Board will present legislation to reform MP pensions within the next two mon- ths. The Prime Minister also said the reforms will include measures to end the practice of double dipping and establish a specific age former members would have to reach before being eligible to receive a pension," said McTeague. "It is high time MP pensions were brought in line with plans which exist in the private sector. Canadians want to see true pension reform. In addition, reforming MP pen- sions will help restore public confidence in parliament and parliamentariarts," concluded McTeague. The first Europeans known to reach Canada were Vikings led by Leif Ericson about 1,000 A.D. Give A Gift That Lasts All Year! A year's subscription to one of these newspapers ' SCARBOROUGH A INCOURT EST HILL no ws news news ' CHECK THE NORTH YORK EAST ENO I K RING Renewal ONE YOU WANT news news o s New Send $15 plus 1.05 GST (Total 16.05) cheque, money order or VISA number (plus expiry date) to: Watson Publishing Company Limited 150 Milner Ave., Unit 35 Scarborough, Or1tM1 S 3R3 Name ___ Address'MEN Wed. November 30,19% THE NEWS/POST Page 3 New Watershed Council To Guide Regeneration Of Don Watershed A new group of citizens and politicians will spearhead regeneration of the Don watershed. In- terested citizens from the entire watershed - from the Don River's headwaters in York Region to its mouth in downtown Toronto, in- cluding German Mills Creek and Taylor/Massey Creek - are invited to apply for membership on the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Con - Information On Radiation ;At Our Nuclear Stations The Atomic Energy Con- trol Board (AECB), Canada's nuclear regulator, has published the fust issues of a new in- formation bulletin to ad- vise the public of the radia- tion exposure from the Pickering and Darlington nuclear generating sta- tions. Called the "Radia- tion Monitor", the bulletin will be produced every three months for each of the two stations and published in local media in the Durham region. Each edition of the "Radiation Monitor" con- tains a graphic presenta- tion of the radiation doses to the public due to the emissions from the station. as compared to the doses from other sources. For the three month period from July 1 to Sept. 30, 1994, the radiation doses due to the operation of the Pickering and Darlington Kell,, Anne o! Pine Grine Di vision of :he Girl Guides was awarded the Canada Cord at a re- cent ceremony in the Scar- borough Civic Centre. (Photo - Bob Watson) nuclear stations were 4.5 microsieverts and 1.0 microsieverts, respective- ly. The values are also given for the preceding three months and for the total since the beginning of the year. For comparison, the doses received from other sources are also indicated in the bulletins. These in- clude the average annual dose of 3000 microsieverts from the natural background radiation in Canada, and the dose of 70 microsieverts received during a typical chest X-ray. For further com- parison, the graphic also shows the new legal limit of 1000 microsieverts per year that the Control Board plans to impose for public doses from nuclear opera- tions. ( The current legal limit is 5000 microsieverts.) The radiation doses due to the operation of the sta- bons were calculated using actual data from the analysis of air, water, milk, fish and vegetation in the local area. as well as date from the actual measured emissions from the stations. It should be noted that the doses indicated are for the most exposed persons living near the stations. These doses would typical- ly apply to persons living just outside the station boundary who are at their residence 24 hours a day, and who eat and drink local produce and water. Most persons in the Pickering and Darlington areas would actually have receiv- ed much less than the doses indicated because they have different eating habits or live farther away from the stations. Radia- tion doses decrease significantly as the distance from the stations increase. The Monitors will be pro- duced on a quarterly basis by the Atomic Energy Con- trol Board, and will be pub''-ished in local newspapers in the vicinity of the two stations. Copes may also be obtained directly from the Control Board by calling 14800.668-5284. Scarborough Jubilations On Sun. Dec. 4th. It's another opening, another show for the Scarborough Showstoppers as they present the Scarborough Jubilations '94 celebration of talent at 2 p.m. Dec. 4th, Stephen Leacock Collegiate, 2450 Birchmount Road ( beside Stephen Leacock Seniors' Centre). This unique variety show, for seniors - by seniors, stars the popular Scarborough Showstoppers along with featured performers by guest artists from Scarborough and area including Kaye Weingarten, Markham's Kick Up a Fuss Cloggers, uureen Carpenter, the Westminster Chimes ... and more. Popular radio personality, the Voice of the Pioneer, Bill McNeil will host this entertaining afternoon complete with exciting door prizes. Singers, dancers, musicians, and comedians, along with the many behind the scenes organizers prepare for months for the production of this annual event highlighting seniors' talent, energy and performance skill. Tickets are $7. For information call 416.284- 2293. servation Authority (MTRCA) has announced. The aim of the council is to guide the Toronto area's most urbanized watershed into the 21st century with cleaner water, better and more connected wildlife habitats and improved ac- cess for the public. The council will develop specific regneneration pro- jects, work to raise public awareness and enjoyment of the Don's valley and stream corridors and direct people to things they can do to protect and heal the Don. Council members will work with local schools and communities to name all the Don's tributaries. They will promote connected watershed trails, seek funds for regeneration work and protect the Don's interests in large projects that cross municipal boun- daries such as the con- struction of Highway 407. Every three years, the council will publish a "Don Report Card" to track im- provements in water quali- ty, habitats and communi- ty involvement. The Don Watershed Regeneration Council concept grew out of the earlier Don Watershed Task Force and its regeneration plan, "Forty Steps to a New Don". The mandate of the Task Force, also supported by MTRCA, was to develop a vision for a healthy Don Watershed, principles and strategies for regeneration and detailed restoration plans for the Don's seven subwatersheds. With its work complete last May, the Task Force disbanded after 19 months, but its report is not sitting on the shelf. Already, specific projects it recom- mended are underway, such as creating an urban nature preserve at G. Ross Lord Dam and modifying existing stormwater deten- tion ponds at Harding Park on German Mills Creek to improve water quality. "Forty Steps to a New Don" recommended form- ing a council to carry on the Task Force's work by im- plementing the report and leading regeneration ac- tivities throughout the watershed. Similar to the Task Force, the new Council will have 26 members - 10 politi- cians from the municipal and regional councils in the watershed, 10 citizens who Iive in the watershed and six others from specific community groups or government agencies. The citizen represen- tatives will be chosen by an MTRCA committee. Can- didates should have a demonstrated interest in the Don watershed or in community work and the time to attend evening meetings and work ses- sions. Professional exper- tise that could aid the coun- cil's work is an added asset. Council membership is voluntary, although travel expenses will be reimbursed. For more information at- tend the Don Watershed Regeneration Council In- formation Meeting on Dec. 1, 7 - 8:30 p.m., in the Coun- cillors' Lounge at the City of North York Civic Centre, 5100 Yonge St-: or contact Adele Freeman at MTRCA, 661-6600 ext. 238. CRY OF'SCARBOROUGH Environmental Assessment Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization Highland Creek within Cedarbrook Park PliBLIC COMMENT INVITED The City of Scarborough is undertaking an erosion control and slope stabilization project for a portion of Highland Crede. Tile study area, dhtstrated below, encompasses approximately 600 metres of Highland Creek within Cedarbrook Park and iacludcs four specific arras of concern as depicted in the illustration The City's objectives in undertaking this project include minimizing the kns of private and public lands resulting from the erosion of the banks of the creek, the reduction of mauncnance costs, the allevmton of flooding concerns and the protection of structures and facilities within Cedarbrook Park. LIMIT OF STUDY EASTv,� 1. 2. 3 and14 reWtsant AREAS OF CONCERN Ig_*O�U'L-EVAOIIDN�: oEDARM00 COMMUNITY CENTRE L)AUT Oi STUDY AREA The prosect is being planned under Schedule A of the Class Envumncntal Assessment for \municipal Water and Wastewater Projects. A Public Nfeet'mg will provide an opportunity for the public and propem owners to review and evaluate alternatives, select the preferred alternative and discuss the project vith the consultant and City staff. The Public Meeting has bean scheduled as follows. PL;BLIC MEETING Monday, December 5, 1994 7.30 - 9:30 pm with a presentation at 7:45 pm Cedarbrook Community Centre, Crqft Room 91 East Park Boulevard, Scarborough Public input and comment are invited for incorporation into the planning and design of this project. Subject to comments received and the issuing of rccessary approvals, the City of Scarborough intends to proceed with the planning, design and implementation of this project. In the interim, and m addition to this meeting, interested partics desiring further information or wishing to provide- further input or comms nts, arc invited to contact Mr. Robert Quinn at the City of Scarborough or Mr. Mark Schollen at Todhunter, Schollen dlc Associates. Mr Mark Schoden Todbunte,r, Schollar A Axwelates 104 Richmond treed East Toronto, lhrtario MSC It'r Telephone (416) 364-9995 Facsimile (416) 364--9336 This notice Lamed /November 12, 1994. Mr. RT. (Bob) Quinn, AEng. Director, Environmental Services Works & Environment Department City of Scarborough 300 Consilium Place, Suite 1000 Scarborough, Ontario MIH 3G2 Telephone (416) 396-7113 Facsimile (416) 396-4156 Page I THE NEWS POST Wed. November :10, 1994 ( t�, 0 CO DIARY) WED. NOV. 30 8:30 a.m. - 4pp m. FIRST AID CPR COURSES First Aid'eRk training courses are offered ongoing daytime, evenings and weekends at Scarborough Rei Cross, 1095 Bellamy Rd. N. Call 438-5243, Monday toPriday, for more details and to register. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE COURSES St. John Ambulance offers first aid health care and CPR courses at three locations in Metro Yt ronto seven days a week. For information and registration call 967-4244. 9:45 a.m. ST. ANDREWS DAY CELEBRATION Evervone is invited to the St. Andrew's Day celebration presenfed by the City of Scarborough in the Rotunda at the 'Scarborough Civic Centre. It will include flag raising ceremonv. Scottish food served in the cafeteria. dancing and Scottish music, and much more. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.HEALTH COUNSELLING Seniors coping with diabetes or high blood pressure can attend free counselling and information groups every Wednesday at WardenWoods Community Centre, 74 Fir Valley Court, Scarborough. For details call Bonnie at 694-1138. 12 noon & 2:30 p.m. CLASSIC FILMS The Ontario Science Centre and Cinematheque Ontario present classic films Wednesday afternoons at noon for semors only and 2:30 p.m. for general audiences. Today's film is "Waterloo Bridge" (1953). Free with admission to the centre. 12 noon DINERS' CLUB LUNCHEON This luncheon is open to seniors and disabled living in East York. Lunch is followed by entertainment such as bingo, movies, speakers. fashion or music shows and much more. All for only $4.30! Transportation will be provided if required. This week's luncheon will be held at Community Care Senior Centre. For details call East York Meals on Wheels. 424-3322. 12 noon - 4 p.m. Mi!N1 BAZAAR The annual Warden Woods Communitv Centre mini bazaar is being held at the centre. 74 Fir Valley Court at Warden. Items will include silk scarves, knitted goods hand painted ceramics. crafts, books. CDs. video tapes a;td bargains galore. Hot cider and cookies will be available for $l. 12:39 - 4 p.m. B.P. & FOOT CARE A footcare and blood pressure clinic for seniors is offered eyer•v Wednesdav at Warden Woods Community Centre. 74 Fir Valley Court. Scarborough. This is a free service. To book an appointment call 694-1138. 12:30 p.m. PiNG POND All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy a morn- tr% of ping gong every Monday from 12:45 to 2:4.5 p.m. and Wednesday from 12:30 to 2:3b pp m. at L'Atnoreau x Com- munity Ceirtre. 211(1) NlcNicholl Rd Phone 39&4513. 12:31 - 3:30 p.m. SC►CIAL DANCING All seniors over the age of 55 are united to enjoy an after- noon of social dancing every Wedlnesdav at L'Arnoreau x Community Centre. 2Wo Nlc•�icholl Rd. Phone 396-4513. 1 - 3 p in. i;FARLv NFW SHOP A Nearly New Shop is held every Wednesday at Knox United Chinch Christian Centre. M75 Midland Ave. Agin- court for the sale of good clean used clothing for Ali s. and small houseware itemstoelectncal aWiances. pti� & Paris. etc. ) . Thrifty prices' The shop is also open the second Saturday of even• month from 9:38 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1 - 3p m. BINGO Birttdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age and over to enjoy an afternoon of bingo -every Wednesdav at Birkdale Community Centre. 1299 FJlesmere Rd., Scar- borough. 6:30p.m. DRUG EDUCATION WORKSH(►P Friends or familyon drugs? Find out about drugs and what can be done at Narconon. Come to the free and education workshops Wedrw--ALvs at 842 Pape Ave. For more information call 465-096 - 19 P.M. PUBLIC WORKSHOP The Canadian Small Business Institute offers a public workshop on "How• to Start Your 0%%m Import Expurt - Mail Order Business" at the Holiday Inn Toronto East. 22 Metropolitan Rd. The cost is S25, seniors are free. Register at the door or in advance by calling 1 416 t 512-2009. ?:15 - 19:31 p.m. BINGO The Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games sponsors an evening of Bingo every Wednesday at 2100 Ellesmere Rd. THURS. DEC. 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. PD DAV' PR(x;RA.NI A school age Professional Development Day program for grades 1-6 students will be held at Berner Trail Community Centre, 120 Berner Trail. 2nd floor. The fee is $5 per student (cash only). Register bvpboning 281-1376. 9:15 - 19:45 a.m. LADIES COFFEE HOUR All ladies in the commu mtv are invited to Ladies Coffee Hour at Bridlewood Presbyterian Church, 2501 Warden Ave. (just south of Finch). Wilma Jonkheer will speak on "A Mother's Praver" and Carol O'Neil will demonstrate "Prime Fashions Free babvstiti and library,. 11.39 a.m. - 3:30p•m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC A permanent Iced Cross blood donor clinic is held even• Thursdav at Roval Bank Plaza. Merchants Mall Level, 266 Bay St.. roront& All donors are welcome. 12 noon - 4 p.m. CRAFT SALE Sir William Osler High School, 1050 Huntingwood Dr., Agincourt is holding a Christmas ceramics and crafts sale at the school in Room 312. Everyone is invited to come and support the school's fundraising event. 12:45 p.m. EUCHRE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of euchre at Stephen Leacock Seniors Cen&re, 2520 Bir- chmount Rd. Phone 396.4040. 1 - 3 p.m. CRAFTS WORKSHOP A crafts workshop is held every Thursda} at L'Amoreaux Communitv Centre. 2000 McNicoll Ave., Scarborough. For details call 396-4513. 7 - 9 p.m. GAVEL GLASS TOASTMASTERS Gavel Glass Toastmasters meets every Thursday in the Don Mills & Lawrence Ave. area. This program is [or men and women over 18 vears of age. For further information call Diane at 447-9533. 7:15 p.m. BINGO The Lions Club of Agincourt holds a bingo every Thurs- day night at Agincourt Communit • Centre. 31 Glenwatford Dr:, Agincourt, featuring a nightly jackpot. Come out and enjoy this friendly bingo. All profi go to charity in the Agincourt area. 7:30 p.m. VIDEO PRESENTATION A tree video presentation on Dianetic> will show you how to unlock your full potential. Call 690-:3890 to reserve your Seat. 7:30 - 9 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER Living With Cancer. the support group for Agincourt and Scarborough Units of the Canadian Cancer Societyy meets the first and third Thursdav of each month at Bendale Acres. 2920 Lawrence Ave. E. The public is invited to come, talk or listen. THURS. DEC. I 8m. THE MITZVAH TECHNIQUE Evervone is invited to a free lecture and demonstration on the Mitzvah Technique, a major preventive health care discipline which relieves neck pain, back pain and tension and prevents spinal and postural difficulties, at the Medica Centre, 3420 Finch Ave. E. (al Warden), Suite 410. To pre - register call 495-7729. FRI. DEC. 2 9 a.m. - t p.m. BLOOD DONOR C'LiNIC A permanent Red Cross blood donor clinic is held every Friday at 55 Bloor St. W., 2nd floor, Toronto. All donors are -welcome. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. SNOOKER & BUMPERPOOL All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy snooker and bumppeerrpp0000l ever Frida} at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicholl Ave. Phone 396-4513. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. BAZAAR The Mental Health Services Day Treatment Centre of Scarborough General Hospital is having its annual Christmas Bazaar in the hospital auditorium. -It will feature acts and crafts, baked goods, white elephant items, knit- ting, handmade ceramics, plants and books as well as raf- fles and palm reading.Everyone is welcome. 30 a.m. - 12 noon SOCIAL BALLROOM All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon social ballroom every Friday at L'Amoreaux Com- munity Centre, 2000 McNll Ave. Phone 396.4513. 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. SHUFFLEBOARD All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of shuffleboard every Friday at L'Amoreaux Com- munity Centre. 20110 McNieboll Ave. Phone 3964513. 1 - 4 p.m. BiNGO The Literacy Council of Durham Region sponsors Friday afternoon bingo games at Bingo Country, 610 Monarch Ave.. Ajax (south of Bayle St.). Everyone 1s welcome. 7:30 p.m. A GALA CONCERT A gala concert and presentation of scholarships the con- cluding event of Contemporary Showcase 94, will be held at Hu mbercrest United Church, 16 Babv Point Rd., Toronto. For concert tickets phone (416)963-507. 7:30 p.m. SINGLES MEET Heron Park Christian Singles meet the first Friday of each month at Heron Park Baptist Church. 4260 Lawrence Ave. E., West Hill. For details call 427-2917. SAT. DEC. 3 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. CHRISTNU S BAZAAR The seniors at Mid Scarborough Community Centre are hosting their annual Chrstmas bazaar featureng knitting. crafts and much more. The centre is located at 21467 Eglin- ton Ave. E. For more details call 396-4(Wi. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. PUBIAC WORKSHOP The Canadian Small Business institute offers a public workshop on "All Day 8 -Hour Start Your Own Business** at the Holidav Inn Toronto East, 22 Metropolitan Rd. The cost is $49 seniors are free. Register at the door or in advance by railing (416)512-2(M. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. %EARIA* NEW BOUTIQUE: A Nearly New Boutique featuring good used clothing and accessories will be open even- Saturday at St. Crispin's Anglican Church, 77 CYaig1ee Dr.. Scarborough. For more details call 96'7-7932 on Saturdays 19 a.m. - 3 p.m. CHRISTNULS F 17_4,AR Lodge. bazaaf crafts home baking. holding draw. Christmas cake (Civitan) and much more. Everyone is invited. A ViSIT WITII SANTA Join Santa and let him know, your Christmas wish at Scar- borough Historical Museum today and tomorrow. Admis- sion to the museum is $2 for adulfs and $1 for children and seniors. For more details call 431-3441. 1:36 - 3:15 p.m. CHRISTMAS TEA Enjoy an "Old Fashioned Christmas Tea" at St. Paul's 1'Amoreaux Seniors Centre, 3333 Finch Ave E-, corner of Warden Ave. tacross from Bridlewood Mall). Parking is available. 3:30 - 4:39p m. LATiN AMERICAN FOLKLORE Explore tide rich culture and heritage of Latin America with music and the "Aymara" musicafband at York Woods Regional Branch Library. 1785 Finch Ave. W. Admission is free. 7:31 p.m. A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION The Bach Children's Chorus invites audiences to a Christmas Celebration at the Recital Hall of the :North York Performing Arts Centre. The 3 groups of Bach Children's Chorus, which consists of 150 childiren, will sing traditional and new Christmas music, and Hanukah music. For ticket information and reservations call 872.22'2'. SUN. DEC. •t 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. BOOK ARTS FAIR The loth annual Ontario College of Art Book Arts fair will take place at 100 McCaul St. It will feature exhibitions of hand printed books and broadsheets, fine binding and other book arts, and demonstrations of printing, typeset- ting, bookbinding and paper making. Admission is by dona- tion withall proceeds going to student awards in Printmak- ing and =Arts. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. CHRISTMAS GIFT & CRAFT SALE Scarborough Central Mins are holding a Christmasgift and craft sae at Birchmount CommunityCentre located on Birchmount Rd. between Kingston Rd & Danforth Ave. The sale will include candles, Christmas ornaments, dried flowers, fine art, folk art, knitting,quilting and wood crafts. 10:30 a.m. INDIAN LAND CLAIMS Prof. Frank Duerden will address the question of Indian Land Claims at Don Heights Unitarian Ciingregation, Four Antrim Cres., Scarborough ( Kennedy Rd. & Hwy. 401 area) . 12 noon - 6 p.m. CHESS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets the first )bice Sundays of each month at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicoll Ave. at Kennedy Rd. For details call 493-0019. 12 noon UW AUCTION The United Way of Ajax Pickering is holding its annual United Way Auction in the HMS Room of the Ajax Com- munity Centre, 95 Bayly St.W., Suite 407 Ajax. Preview starts at noon and auction begins at 1 p.m. )" or more details call ( 905) 686-0606. 1 - 4 p.m. COOK BOOK CAPER Everyone interested in books on food, cooking and recipes will find a shopper's delight, for adding to your own library and pinking up that perfect Christmas gift, at the Cook Book Caper at The Ontario Historical Society, 34 Parkview Ave., Willowdale, (2 blocks north of North York Centre subway station, east of Yonge St.). Enjoy afternoon tea for $2. 1:30 - 4 p.m. CHRISTMAS PARTY The Kiwanis Club of East York invites all East York seniors to get in the Christmas spirit by attending their an- nual Golden Age Christmas Party at Cosburn Middle School, 420 Cosburn Ave. (enter by Durant Ave.) . There will be entertainment followed by light refreshments. SUN. DEC. 2 - 4 p.m. St Nl►AI CONC1,11T SERIES The Debt Sander Walker Band will entertain with con- temporary music at the regular Sunday, afternoon concert at the Scarborough Civic Centre. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. 2 m. JUBILATIONS 91 Bill McNeil, popular radiorsonality will be Master of Ceremonies at the Scarborough Jubilations event presented b�y Scarborough Showstoppers, at Stephen Leacock Ceollegiate, 2450 Birchmount Rd. Tickets are $7, including door prizes, and are available by calling 416-284-2293. 3 p.m. MUSK FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON The Encore Symphonic Concert Band presents Music for the Festive Season at The Church of St. Jude ( Wexford), to Howarth Ave. (Lawrence & Victoria Park Ave.). Tickets are $5. Children 14 and under are free if accompanied by an adult. For tickets phone 757-9056 or 496-1062. 7:30 p.m. MUSIC AT ST. GEORGE'S Music at St. Geroge's presents its first concert of the season at St. George's United Church, Lytton Blvd. at Duplex Ave., Toronto. The pproggrraam ea ures Handel's Messiah and Bach's Cantata 61. The church is wheelchair accessible. Admission is free; an offering will be taken. MON. DEC. 5 8 - 9:30 a.m. TAI CHi Everyone over the age of 55 is invited to enjoy Tai Chi every Monday at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicoll Ave., Scarborough. For more details call 3964513. (Continued on Page 5) Anniversarie&I-Birthdays 60TH WEDDING AINNNIVERSARY Celebrating six decades of marriage are Marie and Bruce Pillsworth of Brimley Rd., Scarborough. They were wed on Dec. 5th, 1934 and we would like to congratulate them on this very special achievement. 59TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Two Scarborough couples are celebrating Golden Wed- ding Anniversaries this week. Mary and John Bodnarchuk of Fintona Ave. will be wed 50 years on Fri. Dec. 2nd. A celebration was held for them on Nov. 26th. Lorna and Howard Webb of Marilake Dr., Agincourt also celebrate their 50th wedding amiversary on Fri. Dec. 2nd. Our corn gratuilatioas go out to both these couples. I99TH BIRTHDAY Mabel Harrison of True Davidson Acres, Toronto will celebrate her 100th birthday on Wed- Dec. 14th. A party is being held for her on Dec. 14th from 2 to 3 p.m. at True Davidson Acres. A very happy birthday Mabel! NMI BIRTHDAYS Scarborough has two new Wyear olds. Mary Brown of Thatcher Ave. celebrated her cloth birthday on Nov. 28th and Gwen Brown of Bellechasse St. will celebrate her 80th birthday on Fri. Dec. 2nd. Happy birthdav to both these ladies Got an atnniversary or birthday to celebrate? Call 291-2W for inclusion in this column, Provincial Constituency Offices EMS 9 a.m to 5 p.m. UMSTITt:ENCY OFFICE OrEN The office of the Hon. Akin Curling, MPP Scarborough North, located at 5200 Finch .Ave. E., Unit 114, Scarborough i, open Moo. - day to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 297-5000. 9 am. to 5 p.m. ur3%%n n u%(,N (1F?'iCT (IrEN The office of (ferry Phillips, MPP Scarborough -Agincourt, located at 4002 Sheppard Acc. E., Suite 204, northeast corner of Sheppard and Kennedy• is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 P.m . For appointment, phone 297-6568. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CO%STITt'FVCA (IFFiC'E OPEN The ottice of David Warner. MPP Scarborough -Ellesmere, located at 695 !Markham Rd., Unit 34, in Cedar Heights Plaza, is open Mondas to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For appointment. phone 438-1242. 9 am. to 5 p.m. CONST111 UNCY (WFICF: OPEN The office of .Anne Swarbrick, MPP Scarborough West, located at 1576 Kingston Rd. is open Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m. and Fridays 9 am. to I p.m., or by appointment. Phone 698-0967_ 9 a.m. to i pm. co.%s17Tv %C,% twFICE OPEN The office of Dr. Bob Frankford, MPP Scarborough East, located at 4403 Kingston Rd., Unit 6A, just west of Lawrence Ave. E., is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday mor- nings by appointment only. Phone 281-2787. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The office of Steve Owens, MPP Scarborough Centre, located at 3047 Kingston Rd., in Cliffc7est Plaza, is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Mondays and Wednesdays by 3ptointment onh. Phone 261-9525, Federal Constituency Offices v a.m. - 5 p.m. C'O%, S_ni1:ENC'Y OFFICE (WEN The office of John Cannis, MP Scarborough Centre, located at 1450 Midland Avc., Suite 211, Scarborough is open Monday to Fri- day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only. Call 752-2358. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CO%ST1T1lF:NCY OF'F'ICE (YEN The office of Tom Wappel, MP Scarborough West, located at 483 Kennedy Rd. is open.Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evenings and Saturday mornings by appointment only, 261-8613. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CONSTiTUENC'Y OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Derek I -cc, MP Scarborough Rouge River, located at 4800 Sheppard Ave. E., Unit 119, Scarborough, is open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 298-4224. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CONSTITUENCY OFFICE OPEN The constituency office of Jim Karygiannis, MP Scarborough - Agincourt, located at 3850 Finch Ave. E., Suite 206, is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 to I 1 a.m, by appoint- ment only, pall 321-5454. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CONSTITI ENCY OFFICE (WEN The constituency office of David Collenerte, MP Don Valley East, located at 1200 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite 300, is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For an appointment call 447-5543. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. C O%STITi. ENC'Y (IFFICF. (WEN The constituency office of Doug Peters, MP Scarborough East, located at 255 Morningside Ave., Suite 314, is open Tuesday to Fri- day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday by appointment only. Call 287-0037. Community Diary (Continued from Page 4) MON. DEC. 5 10 a.m. - 3 p.m WOMEN'S CENTRE The North York Women's Centre, 201 Caribou Rd. is open Mondays through Thursdays to offer information and referal services 10 women. Phone 781-0479 or drop in during these hours to find information, to register for a program, or to talk over something that is troublinnEg yyou. 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC A Red Cross permanent blood donor clinic is held at Manulife, 55 Bloor St. W., 2nd Floor, Toronto. All donors are welcome. 12:30 p.m. CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON The Women's Canadian Club of Toronto is holding a Christmas Luncheon at the Royal York Hotel, Canadian Room. It will feature the Smile Theatre Company's "Ring Them Bells" by Tom Kneebone. For inquiries call the club office at 593-1119. 12:30 - 3 p.m. BRIDGE All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of bridge every Monday at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 3964040. 2 - 3 p.m. NUTRITION COLINSELLING Nutrition counselling services arc available to seniors free of charge every Monday at the Wellness Centre located in the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Stecles Ave. W. For an appointment L2I1 225-2112. 7 m. INFORMATION NIGHT llW Catholic Children's Aid Society is holding an Infor- mation Night for those interested in fostering. For more in formation phone Foster Care Development at 395-1500. 8 pm. RECOVERY INC. Recovery Inc., a community mental healthorganization. meets weekly at St. Stephen s Presbyterian Church, 3817 Laurence Ave. E.. Scarborough. For information call 276-2237. 8 p.m. JONC'ERT Ja.42 CONCERT Washington and Friends will be featured at the Sounds of Toronto Jazz Concert Series at the Ontario Sceince Centre. Admission is $4 per person at the door. TUES. NOV. 6 11:38 - 3.38m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC The Red Toronto Blood Centre. 67 College St. is open every Tuesday and all blood donors are welcome. 1. noon DINERS' CLUB LUNCHEON This luncheon is open to seniors and disabled living in East York. Lunch is followed by entertainment such as bingo, movies, speakers, fashion or music shows and much more. Allfor only $4.30: Transportation will be provided if required. This week's luncheon will be held at York Ban quet Hall. For details call East York Meals on Wheels, 4'24-3322. 12:38 - 2:38 p.m. BADMINTON All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to en' an after- noon of badminton every Tuesday. Thursday and Fridav at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicholl Rd. Phone 391(-4513. 12:45 - 3 p.m. SOCIAL & LINE DANCING All seniors over the ale of 55 are invited to enjoy social and line dancing every Tuesdayy at Stephen Leacock Seniors Centre. 2520 Birchmotnt Rd. Phones S64DW. 1 - 3= BINGO Al1 seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after- noon of binge( every Tuesday at L'Amoreaux Community Centre. 2000 Mctiicito11 Rd. Phone 396.4513. 1 - 2:38 p.m. NEARL s' NEW SHIP A New To You Shop featuring low prices on used clothing and household articles is open every y o f londale Heights United Church, 1151omfew Rd north Eglinton, west of Kennedy Rd_ Parking and entrance at rear of building. 6:38 - 9:38 p.m. LEG.U..ADVICE (1JNIC Free legal advice will be given b&a qualified lawyer every Tuesday evening at West trill mmuimty Services 156A Galloway Rd., West Hill. To matte an appointment calf 294-5931 between 8: 30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. 7 ppm_ BINGO 'life Ladies Auxiliary to Royal Canadian Legion Highland Creek Branch No. 258 holds a Bim every Tuesday. at the Ston Hall, 45 Lawson Road, West Hill. Everyone is welcome. 1 - Il p.m. CHESS CLUB Agincourt Chess Club meets on alternate Tuesdays at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 NkNicotl Ave. at Kennedy Rd. For details call 493-0019. 7m. WINTER CONCERT Over 150 stridents will participate in the annual winter concert at Sir Ernest MacMillan Sr. Public School, 149 Huntsmill Blvd., Scarborough. Students will perform in bands, choir, recorder groups and solos. Admission is a donation of food. For more details call 396-6"075. 7 - 9 p.m FREE FROM FEAR FOUNDATION The Free From Fear Foundation meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 1400 Ba ly St., Pickering. This non - .profit organization is dedicated to helping those suffer- ing from anxiety disorders and phobias and offers informa- tion, educational materials, guest speakers and support �ups. For details call 831-387'7 39 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER Living With Cancer, the support group for the North York East Units of the Canadian l'anc'er Society, meets at 6075 Yonge St., north of Finch Ave.,, 4th floor, on alternate Tues- day evenings. Through informal discussionstients families andfriends can learn how to cope. For details call 266-0646. WED. DEC. 7 F6 - 3:30 p.m LIVING WITH CANCER Laving With Cancer, the support group for Central Metro District of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 20 Holly St., Suite 101, Toronto, on alternate Wednesdays to provide information about nutrition, relaxation, supppoort services and practical guidance. The public is invited 3o come, talk or listen. For details call 485-0222. 6:30p.m. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN.11 MEET North Toronto Business and Professional Women's Club holds its monthly dinner meeting at 3300 Yonge St.. Suite 204. The guest speaker is from the Homeward Shelter. For reservatiaons call Muriel Ahluwalia (905( 712-4442. 7:30 p.m. PARENTS -FLAG Parents families and friends of lesbians and gays, North Toronto aapter meet the first Wednesday of each month at Glenview Presbyterian Church 1 Glenview (4 blocks south of Lawrence Ave.. off Yonge §t.). Everyone is welcome. For details call 322-0600. 8m. SCARBOROUGH COIN CLUB The Scarborough Coin Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at Cedarbrook Community Centre, 91 Eastpark Blvd., Scarborough. New members are welcome. Wed. November 30, 1994 THE NEWS/ POST Pale 5 Ghosts Of Christmas Past Festival At Spadina The Toronto Historical Board will introduce an ex- citing new Christmas pro- gram on Sun. Dec. 4th which will continue throughout the holiday season. (Sundays, Dec. 4, 11 & 18 and daily from Dec. 19 - 30 closed Dec. 24, 25, 26 & 31). The myths, magic and mystery surrounding many winter solstice and Christmas traditions will be explored in the beautiful surroundings of Spadina, the 1866 Austin family estate, which will be magnificently decked out for the season. Children will be busy making Mummer's masks and parading around the outdoor bonfire in an an- cient Mummer's parade; families will be stirring Christmas pudding in the historic kitchen assisted by costumed staff and period carollers will stroll the grounds to evoke the at- A Streetcar Named Desire At York University Veteran actor Janet - Laine Green made her directing debut in Theatre at York's production of Tennessee Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire". opening Tues. Nov. 29th at York University. Green directs the Department of Theatre's Graduate Acting Ensemble in Williams' sizzling drama. set in New Orleans during the Mardi Gras car- nival. Live African percus- sion drives the sensual heartbeat of the play. ,'There are no social limitations on behaviour during the carnival,.. says Green. "and there won't be any on stage either." As well as directing. Gruen also stars as the pas- sionate and vulnerable Blanche Dubois. a woman Town Hall Meeting Five Members Of Parliament will be in attendance at a Town Hall Meeting on Wed. Nov. 30th from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the council chambers at the Scarborough Civic Centre. The public meeting will be discussing about the Social Securities Reform paper. To obtain a copy of the Social Security Review call 14100-73s-3551 or pick tip a copy at John Canmis' office at 1450 Midland Ave., Suite 211. North west corner of Midland Ave. and Lawrence Ave. E. Annual Jtuied Arthur Award Members of the Art Guild of Scarborough will be presenting their annual pried ..Arthur" show dur- ing the month of January 1995 in the Rotunda of the Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Dr. Everyone is invited to drop in at any time bet- ween 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. dai- ly. enc OAR SMALL; wE DO I7 ALLJ CROSS MOVERS Offices, houses & opts. Piano moving Good rates Packing service Experienced movers We serve all Ont. Scarb. 416.286-5513 Toronto 416-423-0239 Lola Are you looking for a Good Time? Call 1.976.1395 $10 on the run from her past and from her future. Janet -Laine Green has worked extensively on stage and in film and television in Canada and the U.S. A five -time Genie and Gemini Award nominee and winner of the 1990 TV Week Award for Best Actress, she recently appeared in CBC TV's "Road to Avonlea" and an episode of "Destiny Ridge" for Global. and performs the lead role in the just - released feature film "The Circle Game". Theatre at York's pro- duction of "A Streetcar Named Desire" runs to Dec. 3rd at 7:30 p.m_ with matinees Nov. 30 and Dec. 2 at I p. in. in the Joseph G. Green Studio Theatre, Cen- tre for Film and Theatre at York University, 4700 Keele St. at Steeles Ave. Admission is $10. students and seniors r, group rate is $5. Call the box office at 736.5157 mosphere of a Victorian Cliri-1-ias festival. For further information call (416) 392-6827 ext. 225. AMCU Notice of Annual Meeting 41st ANNUAL MEETING AMCU CREDIT UNION INC. The Board of Directors of AMCU Credit Union Inc. has called the 41st. Annual Meeting of the Credit Union to be held at 7.30 p.m.. Tuesday December 13, 1994 at the SCARBOROUGH CITY CENTRE Council Chambers 150 Borough Drive Scarborough, Ontario The order of business at the Annual Meeting shall be as follows: 1. Adoption of the minutes of the last meeting. 2. Report of the President 3. Report of the Chief Executive Officer 4. Report of the Credit Manager 5. Auditor's Report ti. Amendment of by-laws Section 2.01 A 2.07 • shares 7. Resolution . Re: Director's Remuneration a. New Business 9. Appointment of Auditors 10. Election of Directors 11. Adiourrment Dated at Scarborough this 25th day of October. 1994. xva'Verkk leather sales inc. 42 CONTINENTAL PLACE 299-5400 1 010 td'�� '��`�• �� 5 All Top Quality Canadian Made Merchandise • Ladies' & Men's Shoes & Boots • Men's Workboots & Tool Pouches • Leather Goods • Ladies' & Men's Belts WE PAY GST & PST 401 a CONTINENTAL PLACE i z N i r Ellesme" Rd. Page 6 THE NEWS POST Wed. November 30, 1994 Trillium ScarWo-Pickering Cable TV WED. NOVEMBER 30, 1994 P.M. 3:00 Trillium Presents 6:00 T.B A. 6:30 Matt About Golf 7:00 Metro Matters Live 6:00 youth Focus -Repeat 9:00 Arthritis Show, 10:00 Trillium Special THURS. 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DECEMBER 4 P.M. 12:00 Tai Chi 12:30 Kallai A tigam 1:00 Community Magazine 1:30 Lighthearted Living 2:00 Avramis Greek Show 9:00 Trillitan Sports 6:00 T.B.A 6:30 Hai Horizon 7:00 Jr. A Hockev 10:111 Ballroom Cawing 10:30 Mad About Golf MON. DECEMBER 5 P.M. 6:00 Horizon -Interfaith 6:30 Trading Post -Live 7:30 Lighthearted Livi 6:00 Trillium Presents 9:60 on Ty -Live 10:00 The Lemon Aid Saw TUES. DECEMBER 6 P.M. 6:011 Hortzon-world Deliverance Ministries 6: 311 Energs Tips for the Homeowner 7:00 T B.A. 6:00 Multia Sclerosis: The rider Side 9:30 Scarborough gh Gazettedlrnese 9:39 Commnuty .�Mlaag�aazz 16:10 Canada's AnaitaiHislary {'� .:•:S� •:Y :... . . .... ...... � '• ••:Y•.1 �i •ia�ri i i i i i . i� •.�i i :.�.� 1 FOODLAND ONTARIO 2CL cc �kSSICS APPLE RASPBERRY TORTE Crisp Ontario McIntosh apples combine with raspberry jam and rich pastry for a delicious treat. perfect for entertaining. Pastry: 1 13 cups (325 mL) all-purpose flour 1 tbsp (15 mL) granulated sugar 1 2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon 1 4 tsp (1 mL) salt 1 4 cup (50 mL) each chilled butter and shortening 3 tbsp (50 mL) cold water Filling: 12cup (125mL) 2 tbsp (25 mL) 1 2 tsp (2 mL) 8 1 4 cup (50 mL) 1 tbsp (15 mL) 1 tbsp (15 mL) granulated sugar cornstarch cinnamon Ontario McIntosh Apples, peeled. cored and sliced in wedges seedless raspberry jam honey seedless raspberry jam Icing sugar Pastry: In large bowl, sift together flour, sugar. cinnamon and salt. Cut in butter and shortening with pastry blender or two knives until mixture re- sembles coarse oatmeal. Add water and toss with fork to blend. Press into ball; flatten into disc. Wrap and chill about 30 min. Filling: Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine sugar. cornstarch and cinnamon. Add apples and toss to coat. On lightly floured board, roll out chilled dough to 12 in. (30 cm) circle. Fit into 9 in. (23 cm) round pie plate; trim, leaving 2 in. (5 cm) overhang. Spread 1/4 cup (50 mL) jam over base. Spread apples over evenly. Fold overhang over apples; ruffle edge. Bake at 425 `F (220 C) 10 min. Lower temperature to 350-F (180'C) and continue bak- ing 35 to 40 min. or until apples are tender and crust is golden. Cool 20 min. In small saucepan, melt honey and remaining jam. Brush carefully over apple surface. Sift icing sugar over crust before serving. Serves 8. Preparation Time: 40 min. Baking Time: 45 min. tl• Yes Canada, There is a Santa Claus! Ho Ho Ho. Look who's coming for Christmas - again! As part of the B.S.C. degree (Bachelor of Santa Claus) at the Santa Claus school in Albion, New York, he is officially described as approximately six feet tall. weighs between 200 and 250 pounds, has twinkling blue eves and a full, rosy face. He answers to a num- ber of names including Father Christmas, Pere Noel. Christkenklein, Kris Kringle, St. Nicholas or Sinter Klaus, and is instantly recognizable to people the world over. It is Santa, the holiday seasons 'merriest' and most popular character, and he is coming soon to boines all across Canada! Why is he so popular? Be- cause belief in Santa Claus fills a special need for magic and fantasy in everyone. In fact, while Christmas is his- torically considered a Chris- tian holiday. the introduc- tion of 'Saint Nicholas' or `Santa Claus' to North America more than 350 years ago helped to create holidav traditions that could be celebrated universally_. Based on his origins as a charitable gift -giver and benefactor of all children, increasingly, Santa has be- come a reminder of the im- portarlcc of maintaining the elements of charity and kindness during Christmas, the traditional season of giving. Canadians view Santa as the ambassador of goodwill and the benefactor of children everywhere and, as such, his popularity grows with each Yuletide season. According to Regal Greetings & Gifts, Canada's largest and nu -,%t miccc%%ful catalogue markets r. this vcar more than ever. Santa 1% in hcavv demand. In fact, while the presence of Santa Claus at Christmas is cx- pcctcd, each vcar he be- comes more prominent in and around the home. Few aspects of holiday decorat- ing or celebrations do not in- clude some element of the jolly old soul or the tradi- tions with which he is as- sociated. His contribution to the custom of gift -giving on Christmas dav, the tilling of Christmas stockings and his greatly anticipated Christ- mas Eve visits on his magic sleigh drawn by nine rein- deer, are all aspects of Santa's enduring legend. This year, for the 66th year in a row, Santa Claus is featured throughout Regal Greetings & Gifts' Fall - Christmas catalogue. The catalogue contains a unique assortment of Santa Claus decorations. gifts and novel- ties including antique Santa ornaments with a Father Christmas motif, a musical Santa doorknob cover that plays "Jingle Bells" and "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" when his nose is pressed, an illuminated Santa lawn display, and. even a Santa shower curtain and soap dispenser, all aimed at bringing Santa's mem' mood in and around the home this Christmas! In an official tribute to the jolly ambassador of the Yuletide season, Regal Greetings & Gifts has com- piled the following facts and background about Santa Claus and the history behind his most celebrated tradi- hon%: Where did Santa come from? Santa's origins began in Palms. Turkc%. based on the story of Nicholas of Myra. Nicholas of Myra was a saint who became famous in Europe as a worker of miracles and hencfactm of both children and the poor. N icholas was so popular that he bc"mc the patron saint of maidem. sailors, bakers, travellers, bankers, and — most importantly — of bons and girls around the works. His popularity rapidly grew, based on his renowned charitable work for children and celebrations in the name of St. Nicholas became widespread. A-% such, each December, on St. Nicholas' Feast day, it became tradi- tional for somebody to dress up as St. Nichola.% and give children small presents of gingerbread or toys. How old is Santa? His- tory tells us that Saint Ni- cholas, now known as Saint Nick or Santa Claus. was horn in Patras. Turkey around A.D. 2110. That would mean that this year, Santa is 1714! What is the history be- hind his gift -giving? On the eve of St. Nicholas' Feast, it became traditional for child- ren to leave out hay, straw and carrots based on the legend that they would re- ceive a night-time visit from St. Nick and his horse. In re- turn, St. Nicholas would leave each child a gift, a re- minder of his lifetime of giving special gifts to those in need. Early examples of presents that St. Nick would leave included money. cakes, apples, nuts, dolls, and small toys. Stockings became popular receptacles for the small and simple pre- sents that St. '.Mick would bring and today, stockings are still used to hold the many treats that Santa delivers! What are the origins of the name Santa Claus? The name Santa Claus comes from the Dutch trans- lations of St. Nicholas. Klaas' is the Dutch short - form for Nicholas and 'Sinter Klaas'translated into English is 'Saint Claus', the name that has evolved in North America into 'Santa Claus-. How a he known around the world? Belief in Santa Claus is world-wide. While his name and legend may vary somewhat by culture. his reputation as a charitable gift -giver and benefactor of all children remains the same. For example, he is known as St. Nicholas in Holland, Father Christmas in England. Wcihnachts- mann in Germany, Pcrc Noel in France, and in Rus- sia it is heltevcd that the original idea of 'Santa' came in the form of Kol add, a white -robed girl whu arrivcd at homes each Christmas on a sleigh! When did the legend and traditions of Santa arrive in North America? Dutch explorers brought the tradi- tion of Saint Nicholas or Sinter Klaas to America with them in 1642. In fact, they dedicated their first church in Manhattan to Sinter Klaas (Saint Ni- cholas). Over the next three centuries, the concept of Santa Claus and his customs in North America developed, based on the original Dutch traditions. How has Santa's role evolved since then? In the 19th century. Thomas Nast created a series of now - famous illustrations, depict- ing a North -American ver- sion of Santa Claus and his activities, for Harper's Il- lustrated Weekly. Nast's im- agination pictured Santa as a lovable old man with white hair and whiskers, red coat and cap, not only making toys and filling stockings, but also watching over children and making Christ- mas visits in his magic sleigh drawn by reindeer. Nast's illustrations provided '.North America with the Santa we now know and love today. The only addi- tion to Nast's story of Santa was the 1939 introduction of Rudolph the red -nosed rein- deer who helps to guide Santa and his sleigh through the foggy Christmas Eve nights! What is his role today? Today, our Santa Claus -is the modern patron of the Christmas season. Santa has a variety of tasks including making toys, checking up on boys and girls, and, every December 24th, on the eve of Christmas day, flying through the sky in a magic sleigh, decorating trees, filling Chriimmas stockings and bringing happiness to both children and adults, all over the world. For a variety of gifts, novelties and decorating ideas this Christmas, contact your local Rcgal rcprescnta- live, check the phone book for a Regal Service Centre near vow or call toll free l- S(M-565-3130, (in Toronto, 416-425-6501)). As antibiotics become stronger, bacteria become smarter Likc even winter before it, the w inter of 1994 pro- mises to bring forth a caco - phon} of coughs, wheezes, sneezes and sniffles. This vcar. however, think twice before hauling your sore throat — or %our child's cold — to the doctor's office for a quick -fix of preso-rip- tion drugs. Not onl are anti- biotics powerless in treating the majority of winter ills. but using this drug unneces- sarily will interfere with its ability to work when you re- allv do need it. The possibility of a post- antibiotic age in which bac- teria are immune to known antibiotics was first enter- tained in the sixties when disease -causing bacteria started resisting the effects of the 'miracle drug' penicil- lin. Since then. bacteria's evolutionary defenses have succeeded in keeping pace with the medical commu- nity's ability to produce newer. more powerful anti- biotics. Researchers say that this is due to the fact that, as drugs become stronger and more plentiful, bacteria be- come smarter and more communicative. Although the existing pharmaceutical arsenal is currently com- prised of about I(M) antibiot- ics, certain strains of bac- teria have figured out how to resist as man% as 99 of them — and are teaching their offspring to do the same. The biggest culprit in the increase of bacterial re- sistance is the overuse and misuse of antibiotics. It is estimated that Canadians spend 530.3 million dollars annually on antibiotics to treat their sore throats and colds — even though all common colds and gw(' of sore throats are viral and do not respond to antibiotics. Experts agree that the best way for a person to avoid becoming 'immune' to anti- biotics is to use then spar- ingly. Viral infections will run their course within a week to ten days, and there are many other miracles of modem medicine that will help relieve the pain of a sgrc Throat or discomfort of a cold without supporting the bacteria's war on antibi- otics. In the case of a bacterial infection, when an antibiotic is indeed required, the drug should be used responsibly. Taking it until the prescrip- tion is finished will ensure that stubborn bacteria are eliminated rather than made even more resilient. Also, antibiotics should never be saved or stored up to be taken later or given to some- one else as a prevention for when they start feeling under the weather. Studies have indicated that even time a person takes an antibiotic that is not clear) needed, he or she is contributing to the great pool of resistance. Underly- ing this fact is the fear that this practice will diminish, not only the individual's chances, but the entire popu- lation's chances of having an effective antibiotic in re- serve to combat a serious bacterial infection when it occurs. It is clear that with no quick solution around the comer, public education is the key to slowing bacterial resistance. A patient educa- tion program, supported by an educational grant from 3M Pharmaceuticals, makers of TantumTM Oral Rinse, is currently underway in a number of walk-in medical clinics in Calgary and Edmonton. Visiting nurses are educating people about the differences be- tween a viral and bacterial infection, the proper uses of antibiotics and good ques- tions patients should ask their doctors. When you get a pain- ful sore throat or cold, here are some helpful points to remember- * emember• Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infec- t ions. • C:old% and many sore throats are caused by viral infections. Many sore throats and colds get better on their own. If in doubt, ask your famiiv doctor. When you visit vour family doctor, here are some questions to ask: • What are the common signs or symptoms of a viral infection? • When can 1 expect to feel better? • If I don't feel better, or if new symptoms develop, what should I do'' • What medicine is available to relieve my sore throat pain and discomfort? Responsible use of an- tibiotics is up to you and your doctor. Not every illness re- quires an antibiotic. Questions? consult your family doctor. Highland Creek Women's Institute by Evelyn Dempsey The Highland Creek Women's Institute held its November meeting at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Highland Creek. Members and friends gathered at 12:30 p.m. for an International Luncheon preceding the rheeting. After singing the institute grace many ethnic dishes were enjoyed. At thecon�(nsion of the meal the guest speaker, Sharon Pinkney, gave a very interesting and beautiful slide presentation of several countries of South America. She explained that Bogota is the cocaine capital of the world: that salt mining is carried on in the Andes Mountains and that potatoes are the major commodity of Colombia. Mrs. Pat Barrott thanked the speaker for the beautiful slide presentation and educational talk. Many artifacts were on display. Several members due to illness were unable to attend in November. Mrs. Betty Sharp was hospitalized and we are pleased to report she is now convalescing at the home of her daughter. Birthday greetings were extended to Mrs. Mae Moore. On Nov. to five of aur members and one guest attended Women's Institute Day at the Royal Winter Fair. This inckded a luncheon with the Minister of Agriculture and Food. The Hon. Elmer Buchanan. as guest speaker. a tour of the exhibits and the horse show at night. During October a pleasant community luncheon was held at St. Du nstan's Anglian Church with 30 people attending from West Hill Community Services. Three vohmteer helpers attended from the services and their help was greatly appreciated. The next luncheon is Dec. 6 at 12:30 p.m. In the latter part of October a Thanksgiving' Hallowe'en luncheon was held at Grace Presbyterian Church. Thanks to the minister and congregation for the use of the facility allowing us to raise money for remembrances for the lonely and shut-ins at Christmas. The Women's Institute Christmas gathering will be Dec. 14 at 12:30 p.m. at the Transcontinental Restaur- ant at Markham and Ellesmere. The members of the Institute extend warm Christmas Greetings for a happy and joyous Christmas season. Thanks to St. Dunstan Anglican Church and St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church for the use of their facilities. Central Ontario Area Women's Institutes Convention Several Highland Creek Women's Institute members attended the Area Convention held at the Howard Johnson Hotel in October. President, Mrs. Agnes Foster, welcomed the 238 members who attended. The first morning reports were heard from the following conveners: Resolution - no resolutions had been submitted but many letters had been written by individuals and branches to the ministries on concerned items. Tweedsmuir History - districts were reminded that books from disbanded branches must be placed in a permanent place (eg. local archives or libraries). Site also stressed that histories when being looked at and studied, each person should be wearing cotton gloves. Public Relations - 41 new members have joined the area in the past year, many volunteer hours by members have been given to groups and projects e.g. 4-H - 750 hrs; Leaderhsip Courses - 1001 hrs; Agriculture Projects - 1851 hrs; Local fairs - 2992 hrs; Health/Nursing Homes - 13,693 hrs; Education/Schools - 2384 hrs; History/ Museum - 2766 hes and others -13,113 hrs. A good number of hours for community involvement. The convener ended her report with the following statement "Let us be proud of our organization and whatever we volunteer to do - do so under the name of the Women's Institute." Program Coordinator summarized the reports of the following conveners: Canadian Industries. Education and Cultural Activities, Family and Consumer Affairs, and International Affairs. The guest speaker at the noon luncheon was Ms. P.J. Wade, a catalyst and journalist, who gave a very interesting talk about change as the strong constant theme in life and that Women's Institute members facing unknown circumstances year by year are Masters of Change. The afternoon sessions were devoted to workshops - "Looking Your Best" "The Way To Health", "Safety" and Women's Institute on, procedure of meetings. The evening session was a fun time with a program of line dancing and then participation, musical items with a trio and quartet, and two skits by branch members. Saturday morning was the election of officers with 100 voting delegates. The Federated Women's Institute President of Ontario, Mrs. Donna Russell, who was in attendance at the convention brought greetings, installed the executive members and gave information regarding the Institute headquarters building at Guelph. The 1995 Convention is Oct. 13 and 14 at the Howard Johnson Hotel. Progress Ave. ( Markham & 401) . Newly Elected Jean -Marc Joins Incumbent At CEFCUT Newly elected Jean - Marc Couffn joins incum- bent Mohammed Brihmi as school trustee at The Metropolitan Toronto French -Language School Council (CEFCUT) for Scarborough and East York. Both trustees were elected during the municipal elections held November 14, 1994. In Scarborough, Laure- Riese Elementary School welcomes French-speaking children from junior Sounds Of Christmas Concerts Once again, Scar- borough's longest perform- ing group is hoping to help make your holiday season a festive one! Sit back on plush velvet seats and spend an en- joyable, relaxing afternoon or evening with the Scar- borough Choral Society singers and full orchestra as they present their "Sounds of Christmas" Concert at Markham Theatre for Performing Arts. Seasonal favourites and guest artists will help to give your Christmas that special festive feeling. Please mark Sat. Dec. 17 at 5 p. m. and 8:15 p. in. and Sun. Dec. 18 at 2:30 p.m. on your calendar. Tickets are on sale now and all seating is reserved. Prices are $15 for adults and $13 for students and seniors which includes a Markham Theatre handl- ing charge. Call Sylvia at 293-3981 for ticket ordering and information, or send a stamped self addressed envelope to: Mrs. S. Mac- Millan, 44 Glen Watford Dr., Scarborough MIS 2C3. kindergarten to grade 6. It is located at 1375 Morn- ingside Ave. In East York, Ecole alternative-Maison Montessori de Toronto, located at 26 Overlea 131 vd.. welcomes French-speaking children from junior kindergarten to grade 3. Laure-Riese Elementary School and Ecole alternative -Matson Montessoni de Toronto are two of CEFCUT's five elementary and dary schools throughout Metro Toronto. The Metropolitan Toron- to French -Language School Council (CEFCUT) is a public school board offer- ing complete French language public education to francophone families in the Metro Toronto, Dunham, Peel and York regions. Wed. November 30, 1994 THE NEWSIPOST Page 7 Ontario Auto Insurance Up 1 % Ontario's private passenger automobile in- surance rates rose about one per cent in the third quarter of 1994 over the previous quarter to stand 10.3 per cent higher than in the same quarter a year earlier. The most recent figures available from Statistics Canada for the Canada -wide auto in- surance index show an average year -over -year in- crease of 13.2 per cent at the second quarter. On- tario's rates have general- ly risen more slowly than No Strings Saxophone Quartet Get warmed up with the sounds of the world's hot- test musical instrument, the saxophone. Hear all four saxes at once - the soprano. alto. tenor and baritone - at the Scar- borough Historical Museum on Sun. Dec. 4, in concert from 1 to 3 p.m. The afternoon program will include rag time tunes, baroque Christmas pieces. and 1890's favourites, in a beau WW 19th century set- ting. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children and seniors. This fee also includes refreshments and entrance to the historical buildings decorated for Victorian Christmas. The Scarborough Historical Museum is located at 1007 Brimiey Rd.. in Thomson Memorial Park (just north of Lawrence Ave. E.) Volunteers Needed Retirees who enjoy young people are needed one hour per week as volunteer mentos to Scar- borough students (10.15) who need encouragement and support to overcome social, emotional. cultural or academic problems. Help a student feel good about themselves and their academic future. Training begins in January. Call the Scar- borough Volunteer Centre at 264-2300 for details. Canada -wide rates since 1989. This data is reflected in the Ontario Insurance Commission's (OIC) On- tario Automobile In- surance Index and is shown in relation to Statistics Canada's Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Canada - wide Auto Insurance Index. "The figures indicate that Ontario auto insurance premiums generally in the last seven years have not risen as much as Canada - wide rates," said Blair Tul- ly, Ontario Insurance Com- missioner. About one half of the year -over -year increase is attributed to increasing claims frequency and mounting claims costs ex- perienced by auto in- surance comanies over the past year, and about half to the enhanced accident benefits provided with the implementation of Bill 164 on Jan. 1, 1994. Also included in the quarterly automobile rate information package is a list of all private passenger rate changes approved in July, August and September by the Commis- sion. The changes result from rate filings submitted to the OIC by auto in- surance companies for use in Ontario. The information included in the rate filing schedule covers average rate ad- Justments by company and effective dates for both renewals and new business. Also included are percentages representing each company's market share of Ontario's private passenger auto insurance business. Each rate filing is ex- amined for actuarial soundness, ensuring that the insurance company's projected rates are based on solid and verifiable in- formation. Special atten- tion is given to balancing rates with the company's long-term ability to meet claims costs. An average rate adjust- ment is provided in the rate filing schedule. It is an overall figure based on each company's Ontario private passenger premium volume. In- dividual customers may see decreases, larger or smaller increases than the company average or no in- creases at all in their premiums. Since drivers are often unsure of the factors affec- ting the cost of their policies, the OIC's rate in- formation package in- cludes backgrounders to help clarify questions regarding risk factors. "By publishing the general rate index data and more specific information on what is happening to On- tario rates by individual companies, consumers can keep an eye on the marketplace and assess where their company and policy rates fit into the overall picture." said Mr. Tully. "If consumers are unclear about what prices they are paying for specific coverages. they should check with their agent or broker first and shop around to see bow their policy price compares in the market place- Volunteers lace" Quantum Care Pharmacy OFFERS 15% Seniors' discounts Every Day #exchdes prescription. sate items. paver goods. TTC tickets and stamps TTC tickets and stamps FREE DELIVERY Quantum Care Pharmacy 3410 Sheppard Ave.E. (at Warden) Phone 416-297-6677 i i I 'The Mayor and 117embers of Council and The CL hainnan and ''Members of the public Utilities Commissiotl for the City of Scarborough request the pleasure of your contpanty at the Inau ural • ee in Wednesday, December 7th. 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DECEMBER 3 A.M. 9:0 The I eseOe Ad Show 10:00 Hooted On aFirJting 10:10 Author!Aut Brian MwFarland 11:00 The Labour Show 11:38 The Investiture of the Order of Canada P -M. 1:60 Canadians Expportem Convention 2:60 Horizon: Interfaith 2:30 MCA: Toronto's High Five 1:00 MCA: Word -Youth Qmg Mag with host Hatter Vale- 3:38 ale 3:38I4CA:9fcCaearck Cup Final �bky-Yeoman rs Balmy 6:00 1994 Canada Wide Science Fair-stusdeats at the University of Guselph 6:30 Hooted On Guitar. Datu Rau 7:00 Hidmwav 10 -Jackson Delta 7:36 Words & Music -See Thus. 10pp m�. 2:00 A 1Yibute to Rick Hansen 9:00 The Canadian Dollar- an. 9:30 11:00 St.Lawrence Ctr.Forun David Schatzky-Fou- Day Wort Week SUN. DECEMBER 4 A.M. %r 9:00 Engineering Week '94 Shahre Ma 10:30 Kallaiaraumgam 11:00 Hai Flarizon 11:30 NewCon TV P.M. 12:00 Avramis Greek Show 1:00 Commuuudad En Ace= :30 Hooked On Fishing 2:00 Sympo6iun '94Toronto Internattaoal Film Festival -ROM Wasn't Built in a Day 3:30 One of a Kind Craft Show 4:00 Author! 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DECEMBER 5 A.IM. 9' 09 TIFF Symposnnm '>t NY EY T Lice Today 9:30 Toronto Council to: 30 The Learning Parterr- schim7eas a Education P.M. 12:40 Pro+ieeial Forum NY EY 12:38 Vvmg with ALS 1:60 Cawdor Clues cwrmont Pra.2r CEO Canada Past 2:80 Toronto oumcil Rsatoes T C;ammudad En Acciea NY EY 2:30 %evcm TY 3:00 Shalre Ma 2:38 Heade; Jazz Festival Rutty tru of Aetonio Stradivari s:OD PPS omphen 5:15 MPP Frances Laaau MP Seroo Marcbi 5:30 MP John Nonzukta 5:45 PGa ry Maltowsti 6:60 Hocime:tatefaith 6:301ncomement � uigent y- F•decatim k r 7:30 East York Coumeil EY Toronto in real time-Twosto Through the Eyes of On 3:30 Les vents Tumulteoux- Pertarmumg Arts Ilsnce Spec. 18:e01ted to Real -Movie Reviews 18:30 Radilands Dance Club 11:00 Canadian Gab See 1 p.m. TUES. DECEMBER 6 A.M. 9:00 Canadian Cru b -see Mont p.m. 10:00 Tai Chi 10:30 Chefs About Town 11:00 Canadian Spectrum 11:30 Working in Omtww P.M. 12:00 Toronto }}���Five Youth Athletic Magazine 12:30 R�ageWSports Event of 3:00 Words k Music 3:30 Highway 10 Jackson Delta Retro from 1909 4:00 The LemonAid Show 5:00 MP Art EgWeton NY MP Maria nna T EY 5:15 MPP Tanana Akande MPP Monte Kwinter NY 5:30 MP John Godfrey 5:45 MPP Joseph Cordaro MP Bill graham TiEY 6:00 Horizon: World Deliverance Ministerles 6:30 Toronto High Five -Youth Sports Magazine with Aaron Wemss 7:00 Metro Chairman's Debate 9:00 Prime Minister Jean Chretien Annual Liberal Party Dinner 10:00 MCA: Hartn yC Aviation 11:00 Heade . J. Festival '91 Rudy Smith l l :30 Highway 10 See 3:30 p.m. Scarborough residents Kevin Kim and Everton Sinton each won f10•(X)() playing Instant Bingo. Kim, 26, received the ticket as a gift. "My cousin was away fishing and thought it might be kicky to buy me a ticket in a different town." he told staff at the Ontario Lottery Corporation. The winning ticket was purchased at Lakeside Supermarket in Bewdley. He' may use the traney to go back to school. Sinton. 57, is a restoration mechanic for 1laresco Restoration. He plan n::*ik the money. He bought his ticket at Jug City on Dearham Wood. Prior to this, his larvest lottery win was $50. Wed. November 30. 1994 THE NEWS/POST Page 9 Community Sports Notes 12th.Annual Sports Celebrities Festival With the 12th annual Sports Celebrities Festival just weeks away, organizers are focusing more than ever on telling the story of 22,000 athletes, 6,000 volunteer coaches and 250 Festival volunteers who make Canadian Special Olympics what it is today. The theme for the three - event Dec. 1 gala is "Tell a Friend" - something the Festival has done very well since its inception in 1963. Among those on hand to spread the word at the an- nual 1,500 -guest breakfast will be some 5o sporting heroes past and present, in- cluding basketball great Isiah Thomas, 1994 World champion rowing team Wendy Wiiebe and Colleen Miller, 1993 World Cham- pion figure skaters Isabelle Brasseur and Lloyd Eisler, 1994 Commonwealth Games 3000 metre cham- pion Angela Chalmers and 1992 Olympic gold medalist Sylvie Fredrette. ..Our mission from the outset has been to raise not only funds but also awareness of what Special Olympics means to everyone involved,.. says Lea Parrell, Executive Director of the Sports Celebrities Festival, which acts as the national fun- draising arm for Special Olympics in Canada. "By both contributing and telling others about their experience, everyone involved in the Festival can help ensure Special Olym- p�cnu s contigs to grow and be more accessible to peo- ple who have a mental han- _dicap., Following the breakfast at the Westin Harbour Cas- tle Conference Centre, local schools and the general public are en- couraged to cheer on the celebrities, the Special Olympians and Toronto media as they participate in the annual Celebrity Skate at Toronto's Har- bourfront Centre. The Skate will feature a perfor- mance by the Black Ice Precision Skating Team. A major foga of the evening's Sports Celebrities Auction will be a pledge line to which viewers of The Sports Net- work ( TSN) telecast can call beginning at 8 p.m Supporters looking to make a donation in ad- vance of the Festival will also be able to call one of a pair of pledge lines (1-900-595-2525 for $25 pledge; 1-900-595.5050 for $50 pledge) featuring the voice of Toronto Argo Michael Clemons. Among other annual Festival activities design- ed to raise both funds and profile for Special Olym- pics are the Darryl Sit- tler/Ernie Whitt Sports Celebrities Festival Golf Classic and Sports Celebrities Festival events in Frdericton, P.E.I., Halifax, Calgary, Winnipeg and Regina. The Sports Celebrities Festival has raised more than $Z5 million since its inception, helping to bring organized marts programs to mentally handicapped Canadians of all ages. Canadian Special Olym- pics is the national organization responsible for p*oviding sport, train- ing and competition for in- dividuals with a mental handicap through their year-round provincial chapter programs. Lois James Returns For 50th Anniversary Lois James of Scar- borough returned to Alma College. Michigan on Sat. Oct. 8 for !homecoming and the 50th reunion of her Class of 1944. She and 27 other class members were inducted into Alam's Order of the Golden Thistle, an honor bestowed on Alma alumni at their 50th reu- nion. As freshmen in 1940. Class of 1944 members Ski Club's Here's One Sport That's Not On Strike Sessions The 19% baseball season went up the spout. Looks as though the 1994x% hockey season is in danger of going the same way. AM if the Raptors, Toronto's new basketball franchise, doesn't meet its sales targets, there won't be any slam-dunking in the shadow of the CN Tower, either. But there is one profes- sional sport that spectators can always count on: sled - dog racing. All across North America, mushers and their canine cohorts are in training for the up -coming season. The dogs aren't worried about salary caps or a percentage of promo- tional sales or pension con- tributions. They do respond to first- class care, including top of the line feeding programs, proper housing, expert medical attention and a carefully planned and ex- ecuted training regime. They respond with en- thusiasm by doing what they've been bred to do: to run. To ensure the well-being and safety of the dogs, the Minden Technical Challenge seeks sanction- ing annually by the Inter- natioanl Sled Dog Racing Association. ISDRA en- sures that the race and sur- rounding organization meet high standards designed to ensure the safe- ty of the dogs and create a smooth running event. The Minden Techni-cal Challenge receives an "Ex- cellent" rating every year. The 11th running of the Minden Techni-cal Challenge will take place on Jan. 21 and 22. The Main Street start and fmish for the race provides spec- tators with a front row view of all the excitement. In addition, they can visit the dog lot to look over the animals and talk with the mushers. "Catch The Drift", a song written and recorded by local musi- cians, will once again be the theme song for the en- tire weerena. The Haliburton ffighlards is well4mown as a summer time recrea- tional playground. The Minden Techni-cal Challenge is one of several events that show off its beauties in winter. The ex- tensive tourist facilities of the Haliburton Highlands are ready to welcome all those who visit the area for this exciting family 'weekend. Minden is on Hwy. 35 about 200 krns north of Toronto in the heart of cot- tage country. For informa- tion and accommodation, call the Chamber of Com- merce at (800)461-7677. Seven Happy Ladies Seven happy ladies Koczerginski, Willowdale; shared the Nov. 23rd Lotto Efe Menodarnfos, Don 6149 second prize of Mills; Ekaterini Chronas, $55,329.30. Scarborough; Bessie Eger - The winners are: Flora ton, Toronto: and Mary Vassos, Unionville (owner Underhill, Toronto. of Flora Hair Design); This groap of ladies has Dora Rubino, Scar- been playing the lottery borough; Shelley together for 12 years. RIDE AfE - RIDE SOBER �i L. VRH AREMENT - VRS-Y MREMENT ia+•► �.. a.. r.a ®u awailrl, rp► u atcw►a Get ready for winter at the Scarborough Cross Country Ski Club's second "Dryland Session" on Tues. Dec. 6th at 8 p.m. at Cedarbrook Community Centre, 91 Fast Park Blvd. Thea on Sat. Dec. 10 at 1:30 p.m. the club's "Grassland Session" will be held at Cedarbrook Park where basic ski techniques will be taught. Everyone is welcome. For more information call Helen at 282-1974. entered college during a turbulent time. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was organizing the United States' position in World War 11, as German forces were capuenng Europe and the U.S_ was being pressured to join the Allies. Any alumni who were originally members of the Class of 1944 were eligible to become members of Alma's Order of the Golden Thistle. Members of the Gass of 1944 were inducted into Ain a's order at the Homecoming dinner GB , The original order, founded by James 11 in 1687, is based in Thistle Chapel, St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh. Scotalnd. Established in 1964. Alma's Order of the Golden Thistle acknowledges the college's Scottish heritage and bonours alumni. Lois James reaved her degree in music and went on to become a choir direc- tor in Alberta. She and her husband. Bob. now live in Scarborough. 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Page 10 THE NEWS, POST Wed. November 30, 1994 ,Bill Watt's Worlds ON STAGE: A Dixie Gospel, original- ly titled Cottonpatch Gospel, is a retelling of the Gospel of Saint Matthew with music and lyrics by the late Harry Chapin. Set down in present day Georgia and in manner remindful of Pump Boys and Dinettes, a cast of five talented actor!s- inger; musicians become good of boys telling the beloved gospel of Jesus. Is it a new concept? Not really. The Bible has been retold and dramatized in many ways over the cen- turies. Is it irreverent? Not a bit. The gospel comes through literally loud and clear with the joy of belief. Is it entertaining? Oh yes, most definitely. The music of Harry Chapin is infectious in melody and his lyrics, refreshing while never diminishing. or detracting from, the gospel. Clarence Jordan's libretto is quite simply the rendering of gospel in local lay terms. ( Marc Connolly arguably was the pioneer of the theme with his Green Pastures ) . The performers quite stagger one with their talent. All perform multi- ple roles and to describe each and all would require more space than is available to this scribe. on - Iv a few of their many &lights can be remarked here. William Finley is a hand- some, man seemingly of the earth. His brief scene as Jesus in Gethsemane is wonderfully moving as he appeals to his "Duddy. Mr. ( that's how he's call- edt Bennett is a wiry. in- tense John the Baptist. Stephanie Belding is a fresh faced Mary. Mother of Jesus. Conrad Kipping is essence of confused loyalty as Judas. James Paul is seamless in all of his roles. All five sing well and are expert on their in- struments. Mr. Bennett is also music director. The overall director is Dennis Hassell and he does a wondrous job under less than optimum conditions. A kudo as well to John Ked- dy's effective lighting design and the set dressing of Katherine Laing. ( Where ever did she get that old Lux box?) A Dixie Gospel, produced by Brookstone Performing Arts, is scheduled to run only until this Saturday though it deserves to run much longer. It's at Elmore's Hall, 188 1 2 Lowther Ave., one block north and two west of Spadina Road. See it and be refreshed. ON SCREEN: The Pagemaster (Twen- tieth Century Fox) is a charming live ac- tion; animated feature film to be enjoyed equally by children (we'd say seven and up) and their parents albeit for different reasons. In it, the seemingly ubi- quitous Macaulay Culkin portrays Richard Tyler, a timid little boy who finds himself inside a library sheltering from a storm. There. he meets the chief Librarian. Mr. Dewey (sic). In an unconscious dream, animation takes over and he becomes The Pagemaster who tells the lad to find the exit. To find it though, he needs the help of three books who also seek the ex- it. Why not? Books don't belong in libraries: they belong in homes. The three animated books represent horror, fantasy and adven- ture. So. the youngster and his friends set out to find the exit and home ... just like Dorothy and her three friends in The Wizard of Oz. They encounter adven- tures with Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, fire breathing dragons, Captain Ahab, Long John Silver and other figures of classic literature. The ending. needless to say. is a happy one as Master Tyler becomes manly. The animation is ex- cellent; almost too much so. very young children could be frightened by it. The acting by the live ac- tors is all that it needs to be. Adults in general and as remarked earlier will en- joy the film and its message that books are the bridge between mere ex- istence and living. Ontario adults will be quick to note the physical resemblance between the bespectacled animated Tyler and Premier Bob Rae, both Around and About Your Dining & Entertainment Guide seeking an exit. ON RECORD: Nice to report that Circle Of One by Julie Masse reviewed here in mid- October has "bulleted" though we suggested it might not. Released on Oct. 13th, it took only 27 days to pass Gold. ( 50,000 units sold) . Good stuff Julie. ON TV: This weekend, Family Channel is offering free service. One of the viewing highlights of the program- ming will be on Sunday at 8 p.m. That's when viewers can see the admirable Bizet's Dream, one of six titles in a series about serious composers. Watch especially for the National Ballet's Yseult I.endvai playing Bizet's wife as well as Carmen in the dream ballet sequence. ON YOUR TOES: Les Grands Ballets Cana - diens perform at The O'Keefe tomorrow and Fri- day with a mixed program. Les Grands is, or so it seems to ter. one of the more venturesome of ballet companies. Discipline prevails to be sure but em- phasis seems to be on emo- tion expressed in broad terms rather than implied by pure technique. Rather much in the manner of Lee Strassberg versus RADA. It's always exciting. however. and well deserv- ing of custom. IN CONCERT: If you're lucky you might still be able to obtain tickets for Sharon. Lois and Bram with All The Holiday. Fun You Can Sing' at The O'Keefe. The engagement is from Dec. 8th to the 11th. S. L her B. are probably se- cond only to Raffi in popularity with children who always enjoy their per- formances. This year's "Winter Active Sing Along" ( cute) is all that the name implies. All members of the audience will receive a take home souvenir song book courtesy of City Parent Magazine. Ult's regrettable that few farmlres now enjoy singing together around the piano in the parlour but singing along with Sharon, Lois and Bram is almot as bonding. IN VIEW: Your Coltman hopes it's wrong in attempting to be a voice in the wilderness but It harbours increasing unease over the direction that First' Night celebra- tions seem to be taking in Toronto. For those who might be unaware, First Nights began in Boston in 1976 (the U.S.A. Bi -Centennial) and are now observed in over 100 North American cities. Held on the last day of the year. First Night activities are intended to bring city families together for wholesome entertainment in the downtown core. This year, Toronto's First Night festivities begin at 1 p.m. There will be over 400 performers in over 25 locations - inside and out - in the area bound- ed by John. Front. King and Sherbourne streets. Single admission to all events is only $7 pits GST. That's the cost of a First Night button that can be purchased at selected outlets. As well as providing economical family based enteitairurne:it. First Night offers employment and ex- posure opportunities to entertainers: revellers to purchase food and gifts and a wholesome city image. So why does this cor- respondent have reserva- tions about it all? Well, for one thing it's heavily fund- ed by government and we're uncomfortable with anything that smacks of biro& and circi. For another, it's so may. politically cor- rect. This was obvious at the media launch held in Metro Hall. Refreshments were of the health variety - jWces, mineral waters, whole grain bagels. cheese, fruit, you get the idea. A small observation but still... Then there was the HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS Festival Of The Family The Festival of the Fami- ly, a unique, first -of -its kind event is being held at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) on Sat. Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. till 6, and Sun. Dec. 4 from 11 a.m. until 6. Conceived by the World Inter -Faith Education Association (WiF'EA) and sponsored by Vision TV and 20 faith communities, this free to the public event will offer something for everyone interested in the well-being of families. In addition to the ROM's own exhibits, there will be musical variety shows, theatrical presentations, seminars, guest speakers, story -tellers, wandering minstrels, face painters and many more surprises to delight, educate and entertain families at the festival. A full roster of workshops and lectures covering such topics as balancing work and family, problem -solving, the fami- ly counsel meeting, health, and contemporary family political infighting as Howard Moscow (oops, Moscoe ), in his best John Goodman imitation, took swipes at Toronto, not- withstanding that the event being announced nced was First Night Toronto. The entertainment to be offend is good but it's multi -cultural. Govern- ment seems determined to push multi -culturalism despite the fact that most individual cultures don't want it and certainly don't need it. Look. there's fun to be had at First Night, Toronto and it's not our intention to gainsay. Yet, when and if you're enjoying it, pause a moment and ask yourself if you're vaguely experienc- ing a feeling of being manipulated into a govern- ment mindset not of your bidding. Glenn Gould: The Music of Solitude By James Marsh On April 10, 1964 the brilliant Canadian pianist Glenn Gould performed a concert in Los Angeles, California. His appear- ance on stage was spellbinding. He swayed as if in a trance. hummed along out of tune and conducted an imaginary orchestra with one hand. He played pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach, with "poetry and elegance" one critic wrote. Indeed, Gould was acknowledged as the supreme master of Bach's music. At the end, he hung his head, exhausted. No-one present except Gould himself knew that this was the last time one of the greatest pianists of the century would play in public. He was only 32 years old. Gould began his concert career in Toronto at the age of 14. After bis debut in Washington, Columbia Records signed him immediately to a contract, the first time they ever signed an unknown musician. His recording of a little-known piece by Bach, the Goldberg Variations, became one of the most famous record- ings of all time. Gould was couldn't sleep and he dreaded air- planes. Above all, he hated the concert stage itself. He compared a concert to a bullfight, with the audience out for blood. "A per- formance is not a contest" he soon in demand ' ' 1 ' Rb FSI \ i, A I I J all over the 14EIi MGF1 said, "but a love affair." Ile could not expe- rience that love world. He was P R O J E C T affair on stage. invited to Mos- cow -- the first Western pianist to be so honoured in 50 years -- to Berlin, Vienna and a hundred other places. fie played with the greatest orchestras and conduc- tors. On hearing him play, a Russian conductor was stunned. "It cannot be" he said. But Gould hated traveling. He Gould quit the concert stage altogether after Los Angeles. For one of the cen- tury's greatest musicians to sim- ply quit the concert stage had never happened before in the his- tory of music. But Gould be- lieved that concerts were a thing of the past, that only through recordings could he communicate The Heritage Project is proud to be associated with the Intemational Year of the Family. For more information about the Heritage Project please call 1-900-567-1867 truly with his audience. Gould dedicated the rest of his life to recording, writing and composing. His wit and intelli- gence made him a star on radio and television. But Gould retired in his personal life too, into what be called "a deep freeze", to ford a solitude that would bring him a deeper knowledge of himself and of his music. In 1981 Gould recorded Bach's Goldberg Variations a second time and announced that he would retire from recording as well. A few months later, at the age of 50, he died. Today Gould is as famous as he was during his concert days, perhaps more so. His many recordings sell all over the world. Films, articles and books analyse his playing and his life and debate his controversial decision to give up the concert stage. structures will be sup- plemented with informa- tion booths from over 30 social service agencies and educational groups. Lots of valuable "take -away" material will be provided from these booths, whose staff will also be available to answer questions. John Covey is the Festival's keynote speaker. His talk will be based on his recent book, Seven Habits of Highly Ef- fective Families, which he co-authored with his brother Stephen Covey. John Covey is Director of the Parent and Family Program at the Covey Leadership Centre in Utah. Also appearing is Bruce "Bearman" Smith, en- trepreneur and former Argonaut, and founder of the Bear 61 Foundation, an organization that provides funding for scholarships and skill -training pro- grams for youth. For more information can 905-88"168. IN PRINT: The Outline of History is generally considered to be the best of all written histories of the world. Yet, its author, H. G. Wells wasn't a historian; he was a novelist.. Historians are not good writers. Many medical doctors - Somerset Maugham, A. J. Cronin and Frank Slaughter to mention just a few - are good writers ... except when they write about medicine_ With the exceptions of Benjamin Spode and Toronto's Art Hister, Your Column knows of no doctors who can write about medicine in vox pop. Perhaps, like historians, they're too close to the subject matter. Diana Korte, the authoress of Every Woman's Body (Fawcett'Columbirne) isn't a doctor but she is a trained researcher and a writer of great fluidity. And being woman, she writes in a manner to which women readers easily relate. We can attest to that after referring the book to a female acquaintance who should know. Every Woman's Body is not a "medical book" so much as a book about health and hygiene directed to the special in- terests of women. It's quite modern, too, and graphic in details about matters, that less than a generation ago were rarely discussed. There is, for example, a chapter on birth control that includes, among things, instructions on how to apply a male condom. Of notable interest is a section about sexual harassment. In it there is a sentence that just about sums it up. "What most women call harassment, many men call flattery". That's well said but a rather sad commentary on the times in which we live. Editorializing aside Every Woman's Body is an excellent book and that rarity among instructional works, one that can and (Continued on Page 11) of Ltr -I Celebrate New Year's Eve Massachusetts' Style When the clock winds down on 1994 multitudes of Massachusetts residents and visitors alike will be out in the streets winding it up for next year! The concept of a family-oriented New Year's Eve celebration originated in Boston in 1976. Because of its popularity, many cities and towns in Massachusetts have adopted the idea, and stage their own "First Night" celebrations. The largest Massachusetts First Night party will be held in Boston. This is North America's largest New Year's Eve celebration with more than one million people taking part in this city-wide festival. Boston's First Night features more than 1.000 artists and performers participating in 250 performances at more than 50 indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city. By offering a wide variety of cultural events. Boston First Night has something for everyone. Because this is a festival presented by a non-profit organization, First Night in Boston is very affordable. With the purchase of a $10 button, celebrants can enjoy events ranging from dance performances. ice sculpture demonstrations. to larger than life street puppet shows. The mammoth party begins at 1 p.m. on Dec. 31. with the Children and Family Festival. One of the most popular pre -midnight activities is a street parade through the city with performers ( some On stilts, others on snow - tired unicycles) and visitors taking part. Rain. snow or clear skies. First Night participants can take a break from the street activities and catch some of the many plays, dances and musical events which take place throughout the evening. Performances are held indoors at traditional theaters and some not so typical locations including storefront windows. At midnight the skies above the port city burst into an explosion of lights. The First Night fireworks display is held over the Boston Harbor. Dancers, singers, jugglers and musicians mingle with the Menge audience who gather around Boston's Custom House clock tower near the harbour. The night laser light show can also be seen and enjoyed from many of the downtown hotels that offer special First Night Weekend packages. 'Frere are other Massachusetts commun- ities including Chatham, Hyannis, Falmouth, Lowell, Fitchburg, Leominster, New Bedford, Newburyport, Northamp- ton, Pittsfield, Salem and Worchester that host First Night celebrations. Some of the larger New Year's Eve parties include the following: Lowell, 25 miles northwest of Boston, has geared its First Night celebration towards families. Prior to Dec. 31st, giant blocks of ice will be trucked into the city's centre so that artists can chip our frozen sculptures as part of the street festival.There are family concerts planned as well as a midnight fireworks display. New Bedford was once the whaling capital of the world. Now the community (56 miles due south of Boston) is home to a fishing fleet of more than 200 vessels. An entertainment parade winds through the narrow cobblestone streets past street vendors, art floral displays and ice sculptures. One of the highlights of the New Bedford First Night Celebration is the indoor music, dance and drama performed in the Zeiterton Theater, a 1923 restored vaudeville house. Northampton is a rural community that is in a region of Massachusetts known as Pioneer Vallev. 94 miles west of Boston and only a 10 mile drive north from Springfield. This is the home of Northampton Curter for The Arts. On First Night, theatre groups and dance troupes from the Center join in with local potters, glass blowers and weavers to bold an artistic city-wide party. In all there are 50 acts and demonstrations taking place in 11 different locations. Worcester. located 40 miles west of Boston. is famous for its mumums and art centers. The city's love of history and the arts sets the tone for its First Night celebrations. From 4 p.m. until midnight, there will be twenty sites in downtown Worcester featuring the city's best visual and performance artists. First Night is time to ring in the new year and a chance to participate in Central Massachusetts' largest arts festival for just $6.00 in advance and $6.00 on December 31. For further information on First Night activities call the following nr•:nbers Boston (617) 542-1399, gape Cod ( Hyannis lir Chatham) (508) 362-3225, Falmouth (508) 548-8500, Lowell (508) 970-5000. New Bedford (518) 9942166, Newburyport (518) 462-0680, Northampton ( 413 ) 584-7327, Pitsfield (413) 443- 6501, Salem (508) 744-0004 and Worcester (508) 799- 4909. Buy Lee's Trees The Salvation Army and Lee's Trees is inviting everyone to share their joy at Christmas by coming to Lee's Trees this year to bury a Christmas Tree. For each tree sold, Lee's Trees will donate $5 to The Salvation Army. Lee's trees is located at Hwy. 400 and Aurora Road and will be open from Fri. Nov. 25th until Sat. Dec. 24th weekdays from 4 - 8 p.m. and weekends from 12 - 8 P.M. Dec. 3rd and loth will be special days as local Town Criers from Markham and Richmond Hill will be there to greet people and share the joy of Christmas. Wed. November 30. 1994 THE NEWS; POST Page 11 Traveller's Alert About Health From Blue Cross You can anticipate a lot of things that might occur during your next out of country trip, but as everyone knows, accidents can happen. And, when that accident involves emergency hospital and medical services, it can be costly if you aren't prepared. Smart travellers know that. And that's why they ,always include travel health insurance as part of their regular preparations for any trip outside Canada, whether it's a short jaunt across the border, a business trip, or an annual vacation. It's especially important now, following the announced changes to OHIP. After June 30 OHIP will only pay a maximum of $100 per day for out of country emergency care. That leaves the uninsured traveller personally responsible for the balance of the total cost. which can add up to $2.000 for a one day stay in a U.S. hospital. The prospect of being handed an unexpected bill will come as a shock to the average Ontanan who is used to receiving comprehensive medical coverage here at home. But, that full coverage stops when you leave Canada. and even short stays in a foreign hospital can quickly add up to substantial >- If, for example, you receive multiple fractures from a car accident in Florida and have to spend nine days in hospital, the total bill will be approximately $40,000. After OHIP contributes its maximum of $900, you are personally liable for more than $39,000. If you don't have supplementary travel insurance, one accident can result in years of financial burden for you and your family. That's why Ontario Blue Crass, a not for profit organization, is urging everyone to take out travel health insurance before leaving Canada. When you look at what you're risking. It's a small price to pay for peace of mind. There are two types of travel health insurance now available. An annual plan. recently launched by Ontario Blue Cross, provides year long protection regardless of how many times you leave the coRurtry. This is particularly convenient for those people who might decide. on the spur of the moment, to make a quick trip across the border. The annual plan can be purchased for as little as W. Family plans are also available. The second type provides coverage for a specific length of time a traveller spends out of the country. It is offered in a range of options that allow you to select a policy that best fits your individual or family requirements. For example, a single person, aged 55 or under, on a seven day trip can purchase the Ontario Blue Cross deluxe package for $22; a family on a 14 day vacation could receive coverage under the Blue Cross deluxe family plan for $71. Although rates are expected to rise modestly as private insurance plans are adjusted to reflect reductions in OHIP coverage, this small addition to your total travel budget means you have one less thing to worry about when you're away from home. And. as the more than 140,000 Ontarians who required emergency treatment last vear while travelling outside of Canada discovered, that small investment in travel insurance is a big comfort when the unexpected happens. The best policies go beyond covering straight hospital and doctor expenses and offer additional features that provide extra service for travellers and protection against some related costs. These features include: medical alarm centre, air ambulance services. bed- side visits, and prescription drugs. One important feature offered by Ontario Blue Cross. which has been providing health coverage to C*Aariams for 50 years. is Arizona RV Parks Attract Snowbirds The RV and trailer parks of Arizona are popular stops for Canadians wan- ting to mmkw ge batteries - their own and those under the hood of their recrea- tional vehicles. With over 100 pants from Phoenix to Flagstaff and Tucson to Yuma to choose from, most of the RV parks offer more than just a place to hook up for the winter season. The Arizona establishments go far beyond just supplying elec- tricity and a pad to park a mobile home on. Many give their Canadian guests an opportunity to experience a southwestern lifestyle first hand. Wbetber it be a park that schedules seniors' scenic walking tours of Superstition Mountains or a state park that allows RVers to live, albeit tem- porarily, in the wide-open countryside, wintering in Moon is a much desired vacation experience. The red maple leaf flag lies proudly at RV establishments across the state. These affordable parks are popular with Canadians for a number of reasons. Short -sleeve shirt weather, dry, clean desert air, great golf and tennis facilities, panoramic vistas of spectacular scenery, and fun and eclectic winter social programs make this a mecca for people travell- ing in RVs or pulling mobile homes. Here is a sampling of three different parks that best illustrates the wide range of RV services that are available this winter. Good Life RV Resort has over 1,100 RV and trailer spaces making it one of the largest mobile parks in the city of Mesa. near Phoenix. The park provides ac- tivities planned specifical- ly for the winter visitor. Guests can get involved in a weekly hiking club with treks to Superstition Mountain, Roosevelt Lake and into the desert coun- tryside. Most hikes are led by retired totr guides. are 10.15 miles in length, but shorter hikes are available for the tenderfoot newcomers. Good Life RV Resort also publishes a Canadian newsletter produced by long-term frequent guests. Keeping up-to-date on Canadian television pro- grams is easy as four Cana- dian TV stations are available via the resort's cable satellite system. RV guests interested in starring in their own televi- sion programs should pay a visit to the Monte Vista Village RV Park in Mesa. Guests from Monte Vista Village have formed a club wbich utilizes video equip- ment and an in-house editing studio to produce home-grown programs. The slows are broadcast on a closed-circuit TV net- work. Home vides can be made and sent back to Canada to envious friends and family in the frigid north. If the theatre, and not television, is more your scene Monte Vista also boasts a full-fledged amateur theatrical com- pany with stage perfor- mances throughout the winter. Watch out Broad- way! For an RV park away from the city, Patagonia Lake State Park is tucked away in the rolling hills of southeast Arizona, just 12 miles from the U.S.-Mexican border. Situated on 265 acres HOMES FOR SALE Condo: 2 Brooms $76,000 Condo: 3 Blrooms $99,900 T/house: 3 8/rooms 5129.000 Semi: 3 B/rooms 5146,900 Detached: 3 9/rooms $149.900 Call: Cyril D'Souza 619.15621281.4900 CENTURY 21 AREA REALTY around a lake, the park is perfect for an RV nature getaway. White-tailed deer, javelin, bobcats. and other animals are your neighbours in the thickets and woods located in the p- Birdwatchers will delight in the variety of birds to observe, while hikers can walk the numerous trails for hours on end. Anglers can step right out of their mobile home and fish for crappie and bass in the park's stocked lake. Patagonia State Park is a perfect place to use as a base camp. Ghost towns. nature preserves. national parks, Indian reservations, and wild west country, are all within an easy drive. The state park has 34 hook- up sites and are rented out on a first come. first serve basis for a maximum of 15 days per vehicle. As a further incentive to attract Canadians, the Mesa RV Park Association has introduced a discount coupon book on a variety of merchandise from Mesa retailers. The coupon book is available at RV parks throughout Mesa. For fur- ther information contact the Mesa Convention and Visitors Bureau at 120 North Center St., Mesa, Arizona 85201. or call toll- free (800) 283-6372. For tourist information and to obtain a copy of the Arizona Traveler guide, contact the Arizona Office of Tourism at 1100 West Washington, Phoenix, Arizona 85007, or toll-free across Canada at (800) 842-8257. that wherever possible all costs are paid directly to doctors and hospitals by the plan. That eliminates any out of pocket cost to you as the consumer and subsequent delays while waiting for reimbursement. As the cost of emergency treatment in destinations such as the U.S. continues to climb by approximately 12 percent annually, obtaining protection against medical emergency is no longer a luxury- it's an essential part of any out of country travel planning. If you need further information, contact Ontario Blue Cross at (416) 4242868 inside the Toronto calling area. BILL WATTS WORLD (Continued from Page 10) should be read from cover to cover: not just consulted from time to time. FAST EXIT: "He seldom errs who thinks the worst he can of womankind". John Home (1722-1808). 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November :10, 1994 Here & There In Pickering by Diane Matheson � Dl'RHAM DOWN SYNDROM ASSOCIATION CHRISTMAS PARTY The annual Christmas Par ty will be held on Dec. 4th from I to 5 p.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church at 91 Rip- plesdale Dr.. Whitbv, Ontario. Adele Simmons will be entertaining us with her puppets and music. A special guest will be arriving to greet the children. Refreshments Ai 11 be served. A plate of Christmas goodies would be appreciated. Each family is asked to bring a donation for the food bank. For more information call 19051 5790187. ...... ......... :.:.... ............. Lester B. Pearson Ct News Pearson Playhouse Grade 8 students from Lucy Maude Montgomery School enjoyed a presenta- tion of John Bishop's "The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940", presented by Pearson Playhouse on Mon. Nov. 21st. Scholarships Queen's University is of- fering Chancellors Scholar- ships worth approximately $24.000 over four years. This scholarship is available to students who show creative and anginal thinking, have superior academic abilities and have proven leadership qualities. DEG On Thurs. Nov. 16 Pear- son did veru well at Albert Campbell's annual Deca Competition. Second place withers are David Nar- rayan. Athan Ghand i and Shane Gopaulsingh. The six first place winners are Sashan Guneratna, Sudip Ray, Andrew Raymond and Jesse Brar. Con- gratulations to all the win- tl.'W Fundraising Pearson United Way Week, Nov. 28 to Dec. 2nd, kicked off with a fundrais- ing Fashion, Variety Show. Another fundraising event is a book sale which will be held throughout United Way Week. community College Two important present- tations are scheduled for students planning to apply to community college. On Mon. Nov. 28th Centennial College made a presenta- tion to interested students. Seneca College will be at Pearson on Thurs. Dec. 1st from 3 to 3:45 p.m. and will make its presentation in the library. Safety '.Measures Recently violent in- cidents have occurred on or near TTC property. The police and TTC security are considering a number of responses and have an- nounced two steps which will be implemented im- mediately: 11) There will be an increase in the number of uniformed police at TTC facilities. especially between 2 and 6 p.m.: (2) There is now a zero tolerance policy in ef- fect with regard to infrac- tions of TTC regulations. It is anticipated that these measures will keep the TTC system safe for all. SPORTS Basketball Playing in their first game of the year, an ex- hibition game against Senator O'Connor• the senior boys basketball team was nipped at the wire and lost by a 67-66 score. It was only an opening exhibition game so everyone played and over all the team was very im- pressive. They ran hard. rebounded well and played strong defence. Kingsley Robinson scored 14 points in half a game played and Dwayne Perry added a strong all around game. Good effort team. Hockey The following players will represent Pearson on the boys' hockey team: Richard Ansley. Clayton Fearon- Randy Gallant, Jeff Lorner. Gary Mayors. Jim McNally. Chris Rut- tkay. Brad Sharp. Jason Edwards. Chris Findlay, Kevin Jeffery. Dave Masri, Jason Mcfarlane, Joe Peckford and Joey Dee. The managers are Tim Cockburn, John Schade and Paul Gisbon. The coach is Mr. Sherman and the GM is Mr. Blake. 4 Religions Walked Together For Drug Awareness Week The Ontario Multi -faith Task Force on Substance Abuse highlighted Drug Awareness Week this year with a first annual "Walk of Remembrance" from Queen's Park to Nathan Phillips Square. The pur- pose of the walk was to br- ing attention to all those who have suffered from the painful effects of drug and alcohol abuse. "In the International Year of the Family, this multi -faith event recognizes that when one member of the human family is in pain because of substance abuse, all of us are in pain." stated Rabbi Sharon Sobel, planning member of the OMFTFSA. Families from various faith groups who have been directly affected by substance abuse carried lit hurricane lamps from the walk start at Queen's Park to Nathan Phillips Square. One of the families represented was that of Gordon and Sandra Hayward whose son Benji drowned in Lake Ontario disoriented from LSD after a concert at Exhibition Stadium several years ago. This was the tragedy that indirectly spurred the for- mation of the OMFTFSA. At march end a single tall candle was lit sym- bolizing hope and sc:idarit t in the fight against the scourge of drugs and alcohol. A special com- memorative song entitled "There's a Way", created by singer, songwriter and member Helen O'Ryan and adopted by OMFTFSA as its offical drug awareness song, was given its first public peformance. The Saint Joan of ARC School Teen Singers entertained with their own specially created songs for this first day of Drug Awareness Week. During the event George Mammoliti, MPP for York -dew, represented and spoke on behalf of the Premier of Ontario. Father Massey Lombardi, Chair- man of the OMFTFSA and member of the Metropolitan Toronto Police Services Board in- troduced Police Sergeant Bob Crawford of the Metropolitan Toronto Police Native Unit. Also speaking were the parents of the late Benji Hayward who conveyed the impor- tante of having caring groups like the Task Force in our community. The highlight of the event came at the end when, for the first time for the public, Helen O'Ryan, member of the OMFTFSA, sang "There's a Way" and the entire audience joined in the chorus. Among those were Scar- borough resident Jeannette Hay, Past National Direc- tor of the Say No To Drugs, Say Yes To Life campaign of the Church of Scien- tology and planning member of the OMFTFSA. The Anti-drug theme song helped end off with a positive note and a message of hope for those still suffering from the painful effects of substance abuse. Snore No More - Laser Treatment Delivers Quiet Snoring... it's only a pro- blem if you're listening to it every single night. Or if your snoring is driving so - mow else to distraction. And it can. In England, a couple ac- tually sued their neighbour for keeping them up at night with her snaring. The Noise Abatement Society said that the woman's snor- ing -a-As "louder than the legal limit set for motor- cycles.,. Snoring primarily affects people 35 or older, and more men than women. In the general population. 40% snore to some degree and 25% have serious snor- ing per• ..But with today's new laser technology, snoring can be completely cured or significantly reduced in 90% of cases' " says Dr. Steven R. Cohen, Chid of the Department of Otolaryngology (Ear. Nose and Throat) at Centenary Health Centre in Scar- borough. Ont. Outstanding achiw,­r> 1n ('IB( - t niter( VLav campaign joined CIBC chairman AI Flood and United Wav president Anne Golden to announce CIB('s $2 9million donation to the 1944 campaign. Pictured above in the front row from left are: Golden Flood. Meilie Poon, an employee from CIBC Dundas and Spadina branch who alone raised almost $22.(00 in the United W'av walk-a-thon: Gary McQuaid. chairman of the CIBC's United Way Employees' campaign: Frances Seto. To understand how snor- ing occurs, Dr. Cohen ex- plains "during sleep, the muscles in the walls of the throat relax, allowing the walls to partially collapse. The tongue falls backward. The back end of the palate and the uvula ( the small piece of flesh at the back of the palate) start to vibrate. and that causes the snor- ' To relieve this problem we can raw utilise the new Laser Assisted Uvula - Palatoplasty (L.AUP) pro- cedure." continues Dr. Coheir. "It is usually done in the outpatient clinic with a local anaesthetic. The Laser is used to reconstruct the back of the palate and remove a portion of the uvula, generally in one or two sessions. In most cases, regular activities can resume almost im- mediately. By the end of the treatments. the snoring is gone or reduced to very minor levels... "In my practice. I've Helped United Way heard endless stories about snoring and how it affects an individual's life," adds Dr. Cohen. 'Snorers and their partners have tried just about everything to reduce the noise from snor- ing. They've sewn tennis balls to the snorer's py- jamas, worn head caps and chin straps to keep the mouth tightly closed. and tried electric shock devices to make the snorer turn over or wake up... "I'm very pleased that we now have a relatively simple procedure that suc- cessfully eliminates snor- ing' " says Cohen. Steve R. Cohen, M.D.. B.Sc., F.R.C.S. X) is Chief of the Department of Otolaryngology 1 Ear. Nose and Throat Surgery) at Centenary Health Centre in Scarborough, Ont. He is certified by the Royal Col- lege of Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Cohen has been prac- ticing Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, in- cluding laser treatment of various conditions, for over ten years. Apartments Applications St. Paul's L'Amoreaux Seniors' Centre (SPLC) is now accepting applications for bachelor and one bedroom apartments for singles and couples 60 years of age and over. SPLC offers recreation programs, support ser- vices. 24 hour security, hair salon, laundry facilities, convenience shop. parking and transportation ser- vices. SPL,C is located at Finch and Warden in Scar- borough (across from Bridlewood Mall). For more information contact Debbie Reil at 493-3333. manager of Bavview• and Cummer branch, and Saria Baccanelh. Yonge and Steoles branch, who with others raised $48.(MM) through a step-a-thon: Joe Da Silva, CIBC Securities Inc.. who collected s15.00() In pledges. Annette Sherman. nine-vear employee special events chairperson. Jck1n Richardson. chairman of CIBC Wood Gundv Employees campaign. ti