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Pickering
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Library
Photos
During the months of
April. May and June the
Pickering Central Library
will be asking the public to
come forward and help
identify some of its
historical photographs.
These are unidentified
photographs that have
been donated to its local
history collection over the
years' They date from the
early 19th century to the
early 20th century. If you
think you could help put
some names and places to
the pictures. drop by the
library during opening
haus.
The display cabinet on the
mond fluor will be stocked
with different photographs
during these three months.
For more informations all
&31-R%5 extension 243
Discount
Copy Cards
Available
In order to streamline
photocopying and public
computer use at the Cen-
tral Library, the library
now offers discount copy
cards for sale. These cards
may be purchased for $2
each l with $1 worth of
credit included) and will
aWw the public to do multi-
ple copying and printing at
greater convenience.
The cards may be pur-
chased from a vending
machine and then "charg-
ed" with a credit amount
ranging from $2 to $10. The
greater the amount, the
greater the discount, so
that with the purchase of
$10 worth of credit, the pur-
chaser receives a 30% sav-
ing per copy.
The photocopy machines
will offer both a coin -up
function and a copy card
method of payment.
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Pickering Council at its
special meeting on Mon.
Soccer Players Learning The Right Way To Play
In a room at the Pickering Recreation Complex a group of
young people were learning what not to do when playing
soccer.
Bettv Brody had his TV set with a video cassette showing his
audience what is wrong for a player and a goalie in various
plays in the game
A -Youth Referee Handbook" was presented to each player
to read. It had information on youth referees and basic laws
for youth games. Basically the video was about how to
perform as a referee in soccer . and there are many things to
know about what can and what can't be done in the game.
(Photo • Bob Watson).
Rehabilitation Plan For Second Marsh In Oshawa
The Central Lake On-
tario Conservation Authori-
ty on behalf of the City of
Oshawa and in conjunction
with Environment Canada.
the Friends of Second
Marsh and other partners
are undertaking Ltie first
phase of the rehabibation
pian for the Second Marsh
in Oshawa.
This work will involve
the opening of the western
outlet, the natural operung
from the marsh into Lake
Ontario. The existing open-
ing of the marsh will be fill-
ed in after the new opening
is established.
Also, four habitat islands
will be constructed in the
marsh to direct the flow of
Farewell Creek to the new
opening. R M. Construc-
tion of Acton is expected to
commence work on the pro-
ject within a week's time.
The western outlet was
closed in 1974 when there
were plans to turn the
marsh into a harbour. This
has long been considered a
major cause of the
degradation of marsh
habitat as flow patterns
within the marsh changed
and sediment continued to
build up within the match.
The re-establishment of
the western outlet is ex-
pected to flush some of the
accumulated silt into Lake
Ontario and lessen the con-
tinual build up of materials
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) 686-5589
in the marsh. The project
will be carried out in a
manner that is considerate
of the sensitive nature of
the area.
At first, ailv a small
trench will be excavat ed
to establish the new open-
ing. The outlet will be
allowed to establish its own
preferred cross section and
profile before additional
grading occurs. The ex-
isting opening will be filled
with materials excavated
from creating the new
opening.
The opening of the
western outlet is a critical
part of the rehabilitation
pian for the Second Marsh.
This work in conjunction
with future projects will
serve to gradually improve
and diversify habitat condi-
twns in the marsh. The pro-
ject has been reviewed and
approved under the
Federal Environmental
Assessment Review Pro-
cess.
Discussion For Teens Topic For Parents
The Family Education
Resource Centre of Kinark
is offering a 9 session
discussion group for
parents of teens.
If lkyou are bewildered by
the actions of teenagers,
you're not alone. For both
parents and teems, going
through the teen years can
be like passing through a
war zone.
Among the areas covered
will be how to see the world
through the eyes of your
teen, how to deal with your
own unresolved "teen
issues", the art of non-
punitive parenting, how to
nurture your teen's need
for independence, how to
master the art of follow-
through and break the cy-
cle of broken promises,
punishment, and revenge,
how to communicate so
that both parents and
teenagers feel understood.
This will help teens develop
courage, confidence,
responsibility, cooperation,
self respect and trust.
The group will be offered
at the Dennis O'Connor
Catholic High School, 8o
Mandrake St.,Ajax, star-
ting Tues. Apr. 18, at 6:45 to
8: 45 p. m. The fee will be $St
per couple. The text book
fee is $20.
If you would like to be part
of this group, call The
Family Education
Resource Centre of Kinark
at 905-433-0386 ext. 316.
Power Of Attorney
At Library For Information
In response to public re-
quests the Pickering Cen-
tral Library will again be
offering an information
night to outline the new
"Power of Attorney"
legislation.
A lawyer from the
Durham Community Legal
Clinic will discuss both
"Powers of Attorney" for
personal care and "Conti -
This space could be
yours for just
$22.00 per week
nuing Powers of Attorney"
for property and the
legislation affecting these
documents.
A question and answer
period will follow. Some
handouts will be available,
including the Power of At-
torney kits.
To register for this free
program, call 831-6265 ex-
tension 243.
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sii M.EEK
March 20 approved of pay-
ing 10 consultants for their
assistance in opposing the
designation by the Interim
Waste Authority of Site
EEII as the preferred site
in the Durham Region
Landfill Site Search.
The total cost for the 10
consultants was over
$93,000.
The town's preparation
for the commetix-ement of
legal action to close the
Brock West Landfill Site
will cost about $12.000 for
four consultants.
Both these consultants'
costs were passed by coun-
it
PICKERING Cound Notes
Moire Instalments'!
I�uncillor Bremner has
:. i sed that a notice of mo -
n kill be caning forward
increase tax in-
-tallments from four to
--e% en.
Fairport If toad
The Town Manager has
advised council that the
Fairport Road Construc-
tion Project will commence
the week of March Z7th.
New Town Solicitor
Councillor PistnUo has
requested a presentation
be given by the Town
Manager Solicitor on how
the selection for a new
Town Solicitor will be car-
ried out.
The
Pickering
Story
Dr.William McKay,
former Minister of Dunbar -
ton United Church, wrote
"The Pickering Story" in
1961 for the 150th anniver-
sary of the Township of
Pickering. Long out of
print and difficult to obtain,
it is still the most useful
source of historical infor-
mation about Pickering.
The Pickering Public
Library is pleased to be
able to offer for sale
reprinted copies of this
book. The cost is $25 each
and advance orders will be
taken.
Dr. McKay has kindly
donated the royalties for
this volume to the Picker-
ing Public Library and he
will be available to sign
purchased copies on
Apr.25th. from 7.30 to 9
p.m. This printing has been
made possible by a
generous donation from the
Wyse family of Hawaii. All
proceeds will go to the
Pickering Public library.
Copies are limited so call
to reserve your copy for the
Apr. 25th. at 831-6265 exten-
cinn 243.
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Page 2 THE NEWS 1111ltiT Wed. April 5, 1995
Opinion
a page for expression
for you and us
Let's Have A Province
by Bob Watson
The draft bill of dissolution of our Metro government pass-
ed by the City of Toronto council is a ridiculous approach to
improving our government of Metro Toronto.
The biggest problem is the City of Toronto's feeling
against the move by the rest of Metro to have equalized
market value assessment so that taxes by Toronto tax-
payers are equal to the rest of Metro instead of the tax load
resting on the rest of Metro's properties.
If there is a need of a change in our local government we
believe it would be a great idea to unite all of the Greater
Toronto area - Metro Toronto plus the four other regional
areas surrounding Metro - into one government called a
"province". With 3 milion people the Province of Fork
would have more population than most other provinces.
And we would eliminate 5 regional governments for just
one provincial.
Letters To The Editor
MPs Pensions
Sir Madam:
Despite the token changes to MPs' pensions announced by
the federal government. 'i1Ps' pensions will still have
unlimited protection against inflation and will grow in
value at a rate that's twice the legal maximum in the
private sector.
%lien the government is talking about raising the age for
recet%ing CPP pensions from 65 to 67, Liberal MPs have
decided to give themselves pensions at age 55.
Even worse. MPs who have already qualified for pensions
will still be allowed to quit their jobs and receive super huge
pension pay outs regardless of their age.
To give you an idea of just how cowardly the announced
changes are, if Sheila Capps retires in three years, she will
stand to collect $2.7 million unt it age 75. Under the old plan.
she would have collected $3.3 million. There's no need to
hold any tag days for Sheila.
The MPs' pension plan is still gold-plated. will still cost the
taxpayers trillions and is still an outrage.
That this MP pension fraud comes from a government
which piously pr -aches about fairness and about the need
for sacrifice makes this insulting reform plan even worse.
The hypocrisy- is mind boggling.
When are our elected representatives going to lead by ex-
ample?
Sincerer
David Somerville.
President.
The %ational Citizens' Coalition
Unnecessary Costs
Dear Sir
It was recently brought to the voters' attention that
Scarhornugh Centre M.P.P . Steve Owens. was using the
government E-mail to raise funds for his NDP riding
association and campaign. (livens' staff were sending
electronic mail messages to other Queen's Park offices,
offering to deliver roses and poems on Valentine's Day for s5.
The proceeds of these sales would go to the Scarborough
Centre NDP riding association to be used in this year's
provincial election.
Canvassing for campaign funds out of a government office
is a blatant misuse of taxpayer's funds. Government offices,
staff, and equipment are not to be used for political activities.
Even Owens' own aide admitted that they were not supposed
to be doing that sort of thing.
A recent newsletter put out from Owens' office talks of how
the NDP government is controlling spending and waste, and
reducing the deficit. Indeed, they must be doing this well if
their staff have the time to raise campaign funds out of the
office instead of dealing with taxpayers' concerns.
Ontarians must demand that government begin to make
responsible choices on spending. Steve Owens' misuse of
taxpayers' funds is an example of how much fat there is to
cut in government.
Dan Newman
Progressive Conservative
Candidate in Scarborough Centre
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Liberal Hypocrisy
On MP Pensions
When it comes to M P pension
vociferous defenders of the pen -
reform, Prime Minister Jean
sion trough, were to retire in
Ch roben, Deputy Prime Minister
three years she would receive
Sheila Copps and Finance Min-
an estimated $2.7 million in pen-
ister Paul Martin are all hypo-
Sion payments. Before these
crites.
reforms, she would have re -
That's a tough word but it fits.
ceived an estimated f3.3 mil -
The Liberals, after all, recently
fon.
insulted every Canadian tax-
In short, the MP pension plan
payer when they introduced their
Is still gold-plated, irs still super -
long awaited proposals to re-
Crich and irs still obscene,
form the gold-plated MP pan-
Also obsoene is the mind bog-
sion plan.
filing hypocrisy in all of this.
Canadians want real reform.
How can Prime Minister
In a recent national poll, 88%
Chretionpossibydelendthe MP
said it" wanted MP pensions
pension plan, after tw piously
broughtintofinewilhwharsaval-
promised Canadians that he
able in the private sector. What
would do everything he could to
the Liberals offered, however.
tlestore respect for poiticians7
was a cynical sham that
Then there's Finance Mints -
amounted tolittle more than win-
ler Paul Manin. In his recant
dow dressing.
budget speech he had the nerve
The Liberal government's re-
to talc about -fairness'. Whars
form package does nothing
so fair about asking Canadians
about the MP pension plan's
to fund his big to pension -7
ununited protection against in-
Besides being hypocritical.
8ation and A would permit MP
the Liberal policy on MP par
pensions to grow in value at a
Stora is also politically short -
ate that's twice as last as pri-
sighNd. Simply put, Canadians
vate sector pension plans.
are going to be outraged with a
What's more. under the Lb-
government thatessentnNysays
oral plan. MP pensions will be
*do as I say and not as I do'
payable at age 55. even though
In fact. this mom could be W
the government proposes to
the Liberals what the GST was
raise the age at which Candi-
for Use Conservatives. Canadi-
ans can revive CPP pensions
aria are treerg that CAreton.
from 6510 67
Marten and Copps are no better
Even worse, M many sin"
than the Mulroney Tories. Like
MPs who already qualified for
she Mulroney Torres. they will be
pensions will stiff be allowed to
swept from power unless they
coffer.'[ super rich pension ben-
fundamentally, change their
efrts Immediately upon retire-
ways.
mens, regardless of age
(avid Sanw Or is Aeodo of
If Deputy Prins Minister
The Alawom idfwdm' Caawon)
Sheila Copps. one of the most
Political Plan
To The Editor:
To make our political system work %%v need two things.
men and wrxnen of character and principle with accoun-
tability. With the form we have unfortunately seen a drop in
standard at all levels of government these past few years.
With the latter. we as citizens can control by demanding
changes in the length of service and mandate.
In this day of computers, television and instant com-
munication there is no need for federal or provirnial
governments having a term of office today the same as it
was at the beginning of this century.
My proposal for mandates would be four years for
Federal, three years for Provincial and two years for
Municipal. The latter used to be this way until 1988.
No person would be allowed to hold office at anv level
longer than three terms and would be answerable to their
constituents not party leader or bosses. If proved incapable
or committing rrus-deeds they could be recalled and replac-
ed by the local riding party members or a majority of
voting citizens in a ward.
On the monetary side, the level of remuneration would be
set by an independent impartial body before each election
and would not change through the mandate. A permanent
voters' list would be implemented.
These terms and rules for government offices work well in
many democratic countries around the world. Why not in
Canada?
Frank Knight
4 Brookridge Dr..
Scarborough.Ont. M1P 3.M1
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Sun Life Reports Net Income
Of $304.5 Million
Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada reported strong
earnings for 1994 with net income more than doubling to
$304.5 million, John D. McNeil, Chairman and Chief Ex-
ecutive Officer, announced Feb. 8th.
Federal Budget Contains No
Income Tax Increases
"For the second year in a row, the federal budget does not
contain any increases in personal income taxes", said Dan
McTeague , M.P.,Ontario Riding.
-Significant cuts have been made in federal spending, a
total of $4.1 billion dollars for 1995. The federal public ser-
vice will be downsized by 45,000 jobs over three years.
Measures are also included to increase taxes on large cor-
porations. including the chartered banks", added
McTeague.
"The government has heard the anti -tax message of the
people and has acted accordinly to meet its deficit reduc-
tion target as set out in the Red Book", said McTeague.
"I commend the Minister for not taxing health an dental
plan benefits and RRSP's. I have received hundreds of let-
ters and phone calls from constitutents on these issues.
While RRSP's have not been taxed, there has been a reduc-
tion to the maximum RRSP contribution limit. This change
will not affect the ability of most Canadians to save in
RRSP's as it will only affect individuals who earn over
$75.000", said McTeague.
-Total savings from the budget will be $29 billion over
three years with $25.3 billion coming from spending cuts.
The budget ensures that the government will meet its
deficit target goal of 3% GDLP by the end of 199[}97. While
the government has cut spending, it has done so in a way
which is consistent with promoting economic growth and
job creation whkile protecting the most vulnerable in our
society concluded McTeague.
Commission Takes Over
Maplex General Insurance
The Ontario Insurance Commission (OIC), the provincial
insurance regulator, has stepped in to protect thousands of
auto and fire insurance policyholders and claimants across
Canada by seizing the assets of Maplex General Insurance
Company. a Burfington,Ont.-based insurer.
'Rte company failed to meet the terms of an interim order
requiring it to inject $3 million in new capital by the close of
business on Tues.Mar.7th- Maplexl failed to meet the
deadline and was in breach of the order and the Ontario In-
surance Acd, said Insurance Commissioner D. Blair Tully.
At the conclusion of a hearing called to review the solven-
cy of Maplex. the Commissioner ordered the Superinten-
dent of Insurance to "take possession and control of
Mapiex's assets...
'"Ibis kind of action on our part is ran," said Commis-
sioner Tully, "butt in the circuunstances it is both necessary
and appropriate for us, as the regulator, to act swiftly to en-
sure that the interests of policyholders and claimants not
only in Ontario but in other provinces and the territories are
spared the financial paints associated with dealing with an
insolvent insurance company."
Maplex policyholders who have insurance claims should
continue to present their claims in the normal fashion to
Maplex's offices. Policyholders and claimants are pro-
tected by the Property and Casualty Insurance Compensa-
tion Corporation tPACICCI to a limit of $200,000 per loss.
Mapiex policyholders concerned about their coverage are
advised to consult their insurance broker. Ontario's broker
communityl, in turn, is being kept informed of
developments by the OIC.
After receiving the Commissioner's order, Ontario's Ac-
ting Superintendent of Insurance. Grant Swanson. announc-
ed the appointment of the firm of Deloitte & Touche as its
agent for Maplex.
Over the next few months. the agent will also assess the
company's financial records and deal with a variety of
other claims. including those of creditors.
Here and There
Stable Job Market
Modestly favourable work force adjustments will continue
at an even pace in the Toronto area this April, May and
June, according to Manpower Temporary Services, the
world's largest temporary help company.
The Second Quarter 1995 Employment Outlook Survey an-
nounced recently indicates that 11% of those interviewed
affirm plans for personnel additions, while 8% project
reductions. The remaining 81% foresee no change in staff-
ing levels.
Last quarter, 15% of the survey respondents said they
would be hiring and 13% expected to scale down.
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Scarborough Student Travels Through The United Kingdom
by Stephanie ('ampbell
After studying the ar-
chitecture of medieval
castles, spending a day at
Dieppe, and playing soccer
with a local British soccer
team, Scarborough Ont.
native, Neil Boland, has
more than just academic
memories of his semester
at Queen's University's
new International Study
Centre at Herstmonceux
Castle in England.
The 15th century
Herstmonceux Castle was
acquired a few years ago
by Queen's Universary at
Kingston, Ont.,through the
generosity of Dr. Alfred
and Mrs. Isabel Bader to be
a centre for students from
around the world to learn
about Europe.
Once the siste of the Royal
Greenwich Observatory,
the castle has undergone
extensive renovations to
transform the much -used
citadel into classrooms,
common room.., a dining
hall, a library, study
rooms, lounges, offices and
a pub. The surrounding
campus includes Alfred
and Isabel Bader Hall (the
newly renovated
residence). as well as a gift
shop, a tea room, a tennis
court. cricket pitch and
playing fields.
Trails throughout the
grounds are suitable for
hiking, running and walk-
ing. The International
Study Centre at
Herstmonceux can house
up to 2W students per
semester and offers travel
and international exposure
for the more adventurous.
Boland, a fourth year
history student at Queen's
opted for a change in
scenery for a semester.
After considering various
exchange programs.
Boland decided to go with
what was being offered
from his own school.
"I knew I wanted to do an
exchange program," said
Boland, "and when 1 saw
that this exchange was be-
ing offered at a 15th cen-
tury castle in England, it
was that much more ap-
pealing."
"Initially I thought it
would be difficult to get in
because I wasn't sure
about the achnission marks
and requirements." said
Boland, "but it wasn't that
bad and 1 am happy I was
accepted."
"There was a package
tpf. , !t�
V r
from Herstmonceux that
organized all the travel
plans, but 1 wanted to see if
I could get a better deal. 1
also wanted to try to get a
flight to Gatwick airport,"
said Boland. "Even though
I was at the castle a day
after, it was still incredible
when 1 arrived. Because
the castle is in a valley you
don't actually see it until
the last minute and the
view will take your breath
away. '
Boland was enrolled in the
history program which
meant travelling around
England to the great land-
mark -sl, architecture and
historical sights In-
evitably. this helped the
learning process.
"It made such a dif-
ference to see what we
were studying," said
Boland. "It was only a 20
minutes drive to the site of
the Battle of Hastings, and
we were also close to other
medieval landmarks and
castles..,
A trip to Dieppe was plan-
ned for the history coursel.
although all students at the
centre were encouraged to
take the trip because of the
great historical impor-
tance of the sight.
"lt was very emotional
when we visited the sight of
the battle, or massacre, of
the soldiers," said Boland.
"The path we took on the
ferry and once on the
beach, was the actual path
that the soldiers took. We
also visited the Canadian
War Memorial and
cemetery which were in-
credible to see."
Aside from studying and
travelling. Boland is very
active in sports and took up
a keen interest in the local
Herstmonceux soccer, or
football, club.
Another memorable time
for Boland was a five day
trek to Ireland he and some
other Herstmonceux
students embarked upon.
Boland new to Ireland and "
spent the first few nights in
the town of Dublin.
"The Ireland trip was
great. After visiting Dublin
we set our sights on the
more rural part of Ireland
and even saw some of the
western islands," said
Boland. "I noticed a big dif-
ference between Ireland
and England. The architec-
ture wasn't as grand and
the people were very open.
I would like to spend more
time in Ireland, perhaps
tracing my roots and see-
ing more of the country."
During his travels around
the United Kingdom,
Boland found a noticeable
cultural difference from
Metro Separate Schools Events
April 10,24 & May 8
Tobacco Use Prevention
Workshops with a presen-
tation by a public health
nurse at Canadian Martyrs
Catholic School, 520 Plains
Rd., East York.
April 4
A Regional Science Fair
of Scarborough Catholic
Schools will be held at
St.Elizabeth Seton Catholic
School, 25 Havenview
Rd.,Scarborough.
April 4
A Junior Science Fair will
be held at St. Mary of the
Angels Catholic School,
1477 Dufferin St.,Toronto.
April 5
A Regional Science Fair
for North York Catholic
Schools will be held at
St.Robert Catholic School,
819 Sheppard Ave.W.,North
York.
April 5.12
Children Feeding
Children at the 7th Annual
Canned Food Drive for the
Daily Bread Food Bank
will be held at St.Gerald
Catholic School, 200 Old
Sheppard Rd.,North York.
April 6
A Regional Science Fair
for Toronto Catholic
Schools will be held at Holy
Familv Catholic School, 141
Close Ave.,Toronto.
April
Its Music Night at Car-
dinal Carter Academy for
the Arts at 7.30 p.m. at 36
Greenfield Ave.,North
York.
April 6-1"
Passion Play '95 will be
held at Cardinal Leger
Catholic School, 600 Mor-
rish Rd.. Scarborough. Call
393-5419 to reserve seats.
April 11
Holy Week Mass will be
held at 10.30 a.m. at
St.Francis of Assisi
Catholic Church, 72
Mansfield Ave.,Toronto.
Ann Medina At Library
On Tues. Apr.11 from 7.30
to 9 p.m. Ann Medina will
discuss "There is no
Yellow Brick Road" at
Central Library, 5120
Yonge St.
Ann Medina, former CBC
reporter, executive pro-
ducer and Beirut Bureau
Chief, has reported from
Bhopal, the Mideast, Ugan-
da, Nicaragua, the Sahara
and more.
Now the chairman of the
Academy of Canadian
Cinema and Television,
and building a new career
as an independent pro-
ducer, she'll discuss how
her life in journalism
demonstrates that there is
no "Yellow Brick Road" to
success.
For more information call
395-5512.
ONE PARENT FAMILIES
Being a single parent can
be very "hard" but the One
Parent Families Associa-
tion has social, education,
family and adult pro-
grams.
Call 226-0062 for more in-
formation.
that of North America.
"I found it quite
refreshing to see less
American influence," said
Boland. "It is too bad that
Canada wasn't more in-
dependent of all things
American. "
For now Boland is
finishing his degree at
Queen's and is looking
ahead to the next trip back
to England and Ireland for
his own personal explora-
tion.
Focus on Current
Educational Issues
A one -evening seminar for anyone interested in education will be held
Wednesday, April 19, 1995
Education Centre, 140 Borough Drive
6:15 p.m. - Registration
6:15 - 7:00 p.m. - Marketplace
This is on opportunity to see displays, pick up additional information
and speak to representatives from the many subiect areas.
7:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Plenary Session:
"An Update on the Royal Commission"
7:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Marketplace
8-:00 - 9:15 p.m. - Sessions
Participants can choose one of the five sessions listed below:
[One of the three following interactive, dialogue sessions, repeated
rrom the October 'f Y�-AL R,�ar�etpl7,ce
• Mathematics, Science and Technology
• Literacy Across the Curriculum
• Thinking Skills and Problem -Solving
or
• Participate in a question and answer Policy
Consultation on Violence -Free Schools
or
• (Monthly rtrteeting of the Special Education
Advisory Committee
T f //
_ '?C�tSter ry for m!-.f.� !'
r ,/^7(]!i ,,n contoct the Program
Department at 396-6989
if you would like to submit a f r;Pf r,
C,orrmittee, please concoct Donna Pegg at (416) 396-5411
" r 6imal
'--wiied by the Program Depomr ent.
Studeru and Comminsty Services
" ti r,+, fixed of Educamon
Scarbor
Board of
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CIW OF SCARBOROUGH
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
SCARBOROUGH BOARD OF HEALTH
WITH RESPECT TO THE DRAFTING OF A
NEW SCARBOROUGH SMOKING BY-LAW
Thursday, April 20,1995
7:30 p.m.
Members of the community are invited to attend a Special
Meeting of the Board of Health on Thursday. April 20, 1995, at
7:30 p.m. in the Meeting Hall, Scarborough Civic Centre.
The purpose of this meeting is to obtain community input into
the drafting of a new Scarborough smoking by-law.
Recently, the Board of Health approved in principle the
concept of a by-law prohibiting smoking in the City of
Scarborough in all enclosed public places and work places.
City interpreters will be available at the meeting to ensure that
all individuals from the diverse cultural community of
Scarborough have an equal opportunity to participate.
Copies of two staff reports on this matter are available from
the office of the Secretary of the Board of Health, attention
Mrs. Pat Duggan, telephone (416) 396-7159. City Clerk's
Department, 150 Borough Drive, Scarborough, Ontario
M1P4N7
If an interpreter is required, please contact:
Mrs. Carol Mee
Program Manager, Tobacco Use and
Substance Abuse Prevention Program
Scarborough Health Department
Telephone: (416) 396-7452
Drew Westwater
Secretary, Board of Health
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6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. FIRST AID'CPR COURSES
First Aid CPR training coarses are offered ongoing
daytime, evenings and weekends at Scarborough Red
(Foss, 1095 Bellamy Rd. N. Call 438-5243, Monday t Friday,
for more details and to register. •
9 a.m. - 10 p.m. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE COURSES
St. John Ambulance offers first aid health care and CPR
courses at three locations in Metro VOront seven days a
week. For information and registration call 967-4244.
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m HEALTH COUNSELLING
Seniors coping with. diabetes or high blood pressure can
attend free counselling and information groups every
Wednesday at Warden Woods Community Centre, 74 Fir
Valley Court, Scarborough. For details call Bonnie at
684.1138.
12:30 - 3:30 p.m. SOCIAL DANCING
All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to en' after-
noon of social dancing evveerryy Wednesday at el=reaux
Community Centre, 2000 McNicholl Rd. Phone 396-4513.
12:31 - 4 p.m. B.P. h FOOT CARE
A footcare and blood pressure clinic for seniors is offered
every Wednesday at Warden Woods Community Centre, 74
Fir Valley Court, Scarborough. This is a free service. To
book an appointment call 6941138.
12:31 p.m. PING PONG
All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy a morn -
;r of ping pong every Monday from 12:45 t 2:45 p.m. and
�YVednesdav from 12:30 to 2:30 pp �n. at L'Amoreaux Com-
munity Centre, 2000 McNichol] Rd. Phone 396-4513.
1 - 3 p.m. NEARLY NEW SHOP
A !nearly New Shop is held every Wednesday at Knox
United Church Christian Centre, 2575 Midland Ave. Agin-
court for the sale of good clean used clothing for algesi
and small houseware items ( electrical appliances, ffss
pans, etc.). Thrifty prices' The shop is also open the second
Saturday of every month from 9:36 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1 p m. S('HOOL LAUNCHING
OdS'CF FEESO invites you to the launches of The Full
Service School in the St. Lawrence Room, Colony Hotel, 89
Chestnut St., Toronto.
1 - 3pp.m. TODAV'S HEADLINES
A eitscussion group for seniors dealing with the issues and
ideas behind newspaper stories is held every Wednesday at
Dawes Road Library, 416 Dawes Rd., East York. Por
details call 752-0101.
1 - 3 P.M.�BINGO
Bidtdale senior citizens invite everyone 55 years of age
and over to enjoy an afterrioon of bi o every Wednesday at
Bir-kdale Community Centre. 1299)n1esmere Rd.. Scar-
borough.
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. ALZHEIMM SUPPORT GROUP
The Uxbridge Branch of the Alzheimer Society of
Durham � on meets the last Tuesday of every month at
Trinity United Church. 230 First 5t., Uxbridge. All
caregivers are welcome. Refreshments will be served.
6 O
:3� p.m. DRUG EDUCATION WORKSHP
Friends or family txi drrugs' Find out about drugs and
what can be done at Narcoton. Come to the free drug
education workshops Wednesdays at 842 Pape Ave. For
more information call 465-5096
7:15 - 16:30 p.m. BiNGO
The Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games sponsors an
evening of Bingo every Wednesday at 2100 Ellesmere Rd.
8 p.m. EASTER STORY
"The Easter Story. The Passion of Jesus Christ: A 'Musical
Drama" Ail] be held at The Church of St.Bede. 79
Westbourne Ave..i south of St.Clair, west of Pharmacy)
Scarborough. Tickets are $10 adults, children under 12 - $5.
Call 757-8241 to order tickets. It will also be on Thurs. Apr. 6,
Fri.Apr.7. and Sat.Apr.8.
THURS-APRIL 6
9.15 a.m. - 10.45 a.m. COFFEE HOUR
Ladies' Coffee Hour will be held at Bndlewood
Presbytenan Church. 2501 Warden Ave. t just south of
Finch 1. Jessie Beck Aill speak on Pregnancy Care Centre
and Rance Francis will demonstrate "Showers of Blessing"
t stencilling). Free babysitting and library.
11:30 a.m. - 3:30y m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC
A permanent Red Cross blood donor clinic is held every
Thursda} at Royal Bank Plaza, Merchants Mall Level, 200
Bay St., Toronto. All donors are welcome.
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 Centre, 2520 Bir-
chmount Rd. Phone I6 4040.
1 - 3 p.m. CRAFTS WORKSHOP
A crafts workshop is held every Thursday at L'Amoreaux
Commurnty Centre, 2000 McNicoll Ave., Scarborough. For
details call 396-4513.
1 - 3 p.m. BRIDGE
Seniors over the age of 55, with a valid Scarborough
Senior Citizen Membership Card, are invited toplay Bridge
every Thursday at Port Union Recreation I entre 5450
Lawrence Ave. E. 396-4034.
I - 3 p.m. CRIBBAGE
Seniors over the age of 55, with a valid Scarborough
Senior Citizen Membership Card, are invited to play crib-
bage
nbage every Thursday at Port Union Recreation Centre, 5450
Lawrence Ave. E.. 396-4034.
7 - 9 p.m. GAVEL GLASS TOAST.NIASTERS
Gavel Glass Toastmasters meets every Thursday in the
Don Mills & Lawrence Ave. area. This pproggram is for men
and women over 18 vears of age. For fiuther information
call Diane at 447-9533.
1:15 p.m. BINGO
The Lions Club of Agincourt holds a bingo every Thurs-
day night at Agincourt Community Centre. 31 Glenwatford
Dr.. Agincourt. featuring a nightly Jackpot. Come out and
enjoy this friendly bingo. All profits go to charity in the
Agincourt area.
7.30 p.m. ViDEO SEMINAR
The final Quality Video Seminar of the season, hosted by
the Bureau for Excellence in Durham Region will take
place in the Lecture Theatre (Room C113) at Durham Col-
lege. Oshawa Campus. For information call the BEDR of-
fice at 721-2000 ext.4004.
8 p.m. CRIMES OF TIIE HEART
ScarboroughPlayers present "Crimes of the Heart" at the
Scarborouh Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. Call
396-4049 for tickets.
FRI,APRIL 7
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC
Armanent 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 5.5 are invited to enjoy snooker
and bumppeerrpp0000l everryy Friday at L'Amoreaux Community
Centre, 2DW-MeNicholl Ave. Phone 396-4513.
10 a.m. - 12 noon SOCIAL BALLROOM
All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after-
noon social ballroom every Friday at L'Amoreaux Com-
munity Centre, 2000 McNicholl Ave. Phone 396-4513.
10 - 11:30 a.m. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
A women's book discussion group is held every Fridal at
Leaside Public Library, 165 McRae Dr. East York. 'This
group is open to al I women and new membi rs are welcome.
12:36 - 2:30 p.m. SHUFFLEBOARD
Al l seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after-
noon of shuffleboard every Friday at L'Amoreaux Corn-
munity Centre 2000
Nicholl Ave. Friona 396-4513.
7-9 p.m. RUMMAGE SALE
The ladies of Zion Wexford United Church, 2102 Lawrence
Ave. E. are holding their annual Spring Ruunmage Sale. It
will be on Sat.Apr.8th. as well from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
SAT.APRIL 8
9 a.m.- 5 p.m. PUBLIC WORKSHOP
The Canadian Small Business Institute is holding a public
workshop on "How t o Start Your Business" at the Quality
Linn, 22 Metropolitan Rd. Cost is $49, seniors are free.
Register at the door or in advance call 416-512-2009.
9.30 a.m. - 12.31 p.m. FLEA MARKET
The St.Paul's L'Amoreaux Seniors' Centre is holdinngg a
flea market in the recreation room at 3333 Finch Ave.E.,
south-west corner of Warden and Finch Aves., Scar-
borough. Admission is free and there is plenty of parking.
For more information call Patti Crain at 493-3333.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. WRITERS :MEET
Members of the Forest Hill Writers' Circle meet every
Saturday to discuss their writing in an informal and con-
structive manner at Barbara From Library30 Covington
Rd., North York. New writers are welcome to pitrni and br-
ing their work in progress. For details call 395-5440.
R�p m. CONCERT
The Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra presents
"Love. Lunt and Larsen} : Just Another Night at the
Opera" at Birchmount C.I., 3663 Danforth Ave.,Scar-
borough. Tickets are $15 $12.50 adultsl, $12.50 $lo seniors
and $5 for students. To order tickets call 419-8527.
RECENT PAINTINGS
Recent paintings by Ruth Panty are on display at the Agin-
court Library. 150 gortis Ave. until Apr.24. For information
call 396-8913.
KEEPSAKE BOXES
Keepsake Boxes , jewellery and T-shirts by Annie Keenan
will be on display at the Malvern Library, 30 SeweUs Rd.
until Apr.21. Call 396-8969 for information.
SUN.APRIL 9
10.39 a.m. PRIOR C'ONVIC'TIONS
Ellen Campbell of the Canadian Unitarian Council will
speak on --How- do we respond when there are serious
challenges to those prior convictions." Its at Don Heights
Unitarian Congregation, 4 Antrim Cres.,( Kennedy & 401).
2 p.m SUNDAY C'ONC'ERT
Earl Wong & Sunbeat (Caribbean) Aill be the performers
at the Scarborough Civic Centre's Sunday concert. Admis-
sion is free.
3 p.m. CONCERT
The Scarborough Campus Chorus springs into the season
with a concert called "Songs of Spring" at the Meeting
Place, Scarborough Campus, University of Toronto, 1265
Military Trail. Scarborough. Call 287-7090 or 461-7812 for
details.
MON-APRIL 10
8 - 9:30 a.m. TAI CHI
Everyone over the age of 55 is invited to en' y Tai Chi
every Monday at L'Amoreaux Community Centre. 2000
Mcoll Ave., Scarborough. For more details call 396-4513.
11 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 to women. Phone 781-0479 or drop in during
these hers to find information, to register for a program,
or to talk over something that is troubling VOW
12:30 - 3 p.m. BRIDGE
All seniors over the agge of 55 are invited to enjoy an after-
noon of bridge every Monday at Stephen Leacock Seniors
Centre, 2520 Birchmount Rd. Phone 396-4040.
1 - 3 p.m. EUCHRE
Seniors over the age of 55, with a valid Scarborough
Senior Citizen Membership Card, are invited t ay euchre
every Monday at Port Union Recreation Centre, 5450
Lawrence Ave. E., 396-4034.
Im. HEALTH CARE
e Women's Canadian Club is holding a meeting at the
Forest Hill Room, Hotel Plaza II, 90 Bloor St.E.,Toronto.
Speaker is Peter Simpson speaking on "Meeting Health
Care Needs: A Volunteer's Perspective".
2 - 3 in. NUTRITION COUNSELLING
Nutrition counsellinrWg services are available to seniors
free of charge every Monday at the Wellness Centre located
in the Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Ave. W. For an ap-
rintment call 225-2112.
8:30 p.m. LINE: DANCING
Line Dancing is held ever} Monday at St. Crispin's
Anglican Church, 77 Craiglee Dr., Scarborough. Men and
ladies are welcome. The cost is $1 each night.
7-10 p.m. CHiLD EMERGENCY WORKSHOP
North York General Hospital offers a e.:wme to help you
save the life of a child at "Child Emergency Worksho
The class is in the hospital, 4001 Leslie St.,at Sheppard. CSI
is $26.75. Call 756-6,`337 to register.
7.45 p.m. GARDEN iNSE("rS
The Scarborough Horticultural Society is holding its April
meetin at Cedarbrae Library 545 Markham Rd Scar-
boro . A representative of Pant Products Co.Ltd. will
discuss use of beneficial insects to control garden pests.
Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments. For information
call S. Winter at 438-4439.
MON.APRIL 10
8 p.m. GARDEM CLUB
The Agincourt Garden Club welcomes everyone to its mon-
thly meeting at Knox United Christian Centre, north-east
corner of Midland and Sheppard Avenues, Agincourt. The
topic will be "Miniature Roses" presented by Cecil
Lamrock.
8m. WRITERS MEET
Scarborough Arts Council Writers' Group meets every
Monday at the Jack Goodlad Centre. Call Eugenie
Shehinan, 759-3340 or Joyce Greggains, 284-2395 for more
details.
TUES.APRIL 11
11:30 - 3:30 p.m. BLOOD DONOR CLINIC
The Red (Foss Toronto Blood Centre, 67 College St. is
open every Tuesday d all blood donors are welcome.
12 36 - 2:3X p.m. BAD
All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to en * an after
noon of badminton every Tuesday Thursday a2Friday ai
L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 1066 McNieholl Rd. Phone
396-4513.
12:45 - 3 p.m. SOCIAL & LINE DANCING
All seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy social
and line dancing every'1%esdayy at n Leacock Seniors
Centre, 2520 Birchm6unt Rd. Phone &D40.
1 - 3p.m. BINGO
AlI seniors over the age of 55 are invited to enjoy an after-
noon of bingo every Tuesda at L'Amoreaux Community
Centre, 2006 McNic oll Rd. Phone 39G•4513.
1- 2:30 p.m. NEARLY NEW SHOP
A New To You Shop featuring low prices on ggood� used
clothing and household articles is open every T5lesda at
IIondale Heights United Church, 115lonview Rd. north of
Eglinton, west of Kennedy Rd. Parking and entrance at
rear of building.
7
d_p.m. RESOURCES FOR RECOVERY
The peps of Social Work Family Program, Clarke In-
stitute of Psychiatry is holding a forum at the Aldwyn B.
Stokes Auditorium Clarke Institute of Psychiatry, 250 Col-
lege St.,Toront. Reserve early as seating is limited. Call
Betty Iamb at 979-2221 ext.2576.
(Continued on Page 5)
Anniversaries/Birthdays
5t1'IH WEDDING .ANNIVERSARIES
Four Scarborough couples are celebrating their 5oth wed-
ding anniversaries. On Apr.lst Pelagia and Daniel Santos
of 84 Eagleview Cres.are celebrating their big day. Evelyn
and Petler Law of 495 Midland Ave. are celebrating their
50th on Apr.8th., but the actual date is Apr.6th. Peggy and
George Graham of 72 Seminole Aveand Ann and Stefan
Willie of 2 Row•allen Dr.. are celebrating their 50th anniver-
saries on Apr.7th.
4t17i1 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Congratulatiaos to Mary and Bernie Falle of 40 Bridport
Cres.,Scarborough, who are celebrating their 40th wedding
anniversary an Apr.91h.
Got an anniversary or birthday to celebrate?
Call 291-2583 for intc6usion in this coltrrnm
Provincial Constituency Offices
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Co!%s-nin`F_NC'l ()FFIC.'E OrEN
The officx of the Hon. Alvin Curling, MPP Scarborough North,
located at 5200 Finch Ave. E., Unit 114, Scarborough is open Mon-
day
oo-day to Fridav from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 297-5040.
9 am. to 5 p.m. 00NSTiWE.NCY OFFICE. OPEN
The office of Gerry Phillips, MPP Scarborough -Agincourt,
located at 4002 Sheppard Ave. 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 am. a► S p.m. C'ONSTiWEINCI O`FICE: OPEN
The ottice of David Warner, MPP Scarborough -Ellesmere,
to catcd at 695 Markham Rd., Unit 34, in Cedar Heights Plaza, is
open Monday to Thursday from 9 a -m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9
a.m. to 12 n.x,)n. For appointments phone 438-1242.
9 a.m. to 5 pm. CoNs-nwE:NCv OtTiC'E OPEN
i"he 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 a.m.
to 1 p.m., or by appointment. Phone 698-0967.
9 am. to 1 p m. CONSTiTU'ENCY OFFICE OPEN
The office of Dr. Bob Frankford, MPP Scarborough East,
located at 4403 Kingston Rd., Unit 6A, just west of Lawrence Ave.
E., is open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 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 Cliffcrest Plaza, is open Tuesdays, Thursdays
and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Mondays and
Wednesdays by appointment only. Phone 261-9525.
Federal Constituency Offices
9 am. - 5 p.m. CONSTiTUENC'Y OFFICE OPEN
The office of John Cannis, MP Scarborough Centre, located at
1450 Midland Ave., Suite 211, Scarborough is open Monday to Fri-
day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment
only. Call 752-2358.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WNSTITUENCY OFFiCE OPEN
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. CONSTiTUE:NCY OFFICE: OPEN
The constituency office of Derek Lee, MP Scarborough Rouge
River, located at 4800 Sheppard Ave. E., Unit 119, Scarborough, is
open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone
298-4224.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. C ONSTITUFNCY 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 l l a.m. by appoint-
ment only, call 321-5454.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CONSTITI+NCY OFFICE OPEN
The constituency office of David Collenette, MP Don Valley
East, located at 1200 Lawrence Ave. E., Suite 300, is open Monday
to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12
noon. For an appointment call 447-5544.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. CONSTTTTIENC'Y OFFICE: OPEN
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 5)
TUES.APRIL 11
7-10 p.m. PUBLIC WORKSHOP
The Canadian Small Business Institute is holding a public
workshop on "How To Start Your Import; Export -Mail
Order Business" at the Quality Inn, 22 Metropolitan Rd.
Cost is $25. Seniors are free. Register at the door or in ad-
vance call 416-512-2009.
7 e.m. BINGO
The ladies Auxiliary to Royal Canadian Legion Highland
Creek Branch No. 258 holds a Bingo every Tuesday, at the
Legion Hall, 45 Lawson Road, West Will. Everyone is
welcome.
7 - 11 p.m. CHESS CLUB
Agincourt Chess Chub meets on alternate Tuesdays at
L'Amoreaux Community Centre, 2000 McNicoll Ave. at
Kennedy Rd. For details call 493-0019.
7:30 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER
Living with Cancer, the import group for the Notch York
East Units of the Canadian Cancer Society, meets at 6075
Yonge St., north of Finch Ave., 4th floor, on altletnate Tues-
day evenings. Through informal discussions patients
familes and7nends can learn how to cope. For details call
266.0646.
WED.APRIL 12
2 - 3:30 p.m. LIVING WITH CANCER
Living With Cancer, the support group for Central Metro
Districf of the Candian Cancer Society meets at 20 Holly
St., Suite 10i, Toronto on alternate Wi4ltii days to provide
information about nutrition, relaxation, su�ort services
and practical guidance. The public is invited Zo conte, talk
and iI sten. For details call 485-0222.
7. COMMUNITY MEETING
1p m4th meeting of Community Consultative Meeting will
be held at the Sir Robert L. Borden B.T.I.L, 200 Poplar
Rd..West Hill. In attendance will be police, the mayor, local
M. Ps and Block Parents.
7.36 p.m.PUBLIC FORUM
Metro Toronto Health Deets. are presenting ..Making
Healthier Babies-. a free public forum at the St.Lawrence
Centre Forum. 27 Front St. E. Toronto. For information call
the East York Health Unit at 461-8136.
7.30 p.m. ORIENTATION MEE;'77NG
A %oltunteer Orientation meeting rill be hedl at the Scar-
borough Ants Council office, 1859 Kingston Rd. for people
wishing to help out with the arts council fund raising art
auction in May.
Information Rights Week
Apr.3-10 By Libraries
Libraries in North York
will be centres for displays.
information and finding
aids as the Canadian
Library Association
declares Apr.3-10 as Infor-
mation Rights Week across
Canada.
"'Rte Citizen's Charter of
Information Rights
declares that all citizens
should have a right to such
thiings as literacy and af-
fordable access to informa-
tion in all formats, in-
cluding the burgeoning
electronic formats,.. says
Josephine Bryant, Chief
Executive Officer of the
North York Public Library.
• Libraries are at the fore -
point in supporting this
Charter. At North York and
most other Metro public
library systems, visitors
have access not only to
books, compact discs and
tapes. but to current
newspapers, journals and
such electronic resources
as the Toronto Free -Net
and the Electronic Bill of
Rights Registry. And it's
all free." the Chief Ex-
ecutive Officer added.
The Canadian Library
Association hopes that In-
formation Rights Week will
draw attention to a number
of information concerns.
particularly those around
the planning of Canada's
'electronic future'.
Such questions as who will
own electronic networks,
how much they will cost the
public and who will be able
Wed. April 5, 1995 THE NEWS/POST Page 5
Lions Clubs Salute Recreation Department's 40th Year
On Sat.March 25th all of the 10 Lions Clubs of Scarborough
saluted The City of Scarborough Recreation. Parks and
Culture Dept. on the occasion of its 40th. anniversary in a party
at the Agincourt Community Centre.
Lions Club members praised the cooperation of the
department in club activities over the past 40 years and
to use them. are of prime
concern as government
decision -makers address
sd* onslaught of online in-
formation that has become
available in recent years. A
prime association objec-
tive is that the public is
allowed input into the
decision -malting process.
Under directives provided
by the Canadian Library
Association, libraries
across Canada will be par-
ticipating in Information
Rights Week activities in
an effort to raise public
awareness about these
significant information and
communications issues.
The Cottage Life Top 10 Reasons
to Improve Your Cottage
Reason number 10 -Your friends and being dinner for thousands of mosqui-
relatives-who are welcome at your toes as you make your nightly pil-
cottage any time -are sleeping in tents, grimage to the outhouse.
cars and three to a bed.
Reason number 9 -Your dock floated
away with the last spring thaw.
Reason number 8 -Your friends and
relatives -who are welcome at your
cottage any time -like to party 'til
dawn, when you want to get to bed
at 10.
Reason number 7 -Your friends and
relatives -like to go to bed at 10, when
you like to party 'til dawn.
Reason number 6 -Cabin fever is
diagnosed as terminal, every time it
rains.
Reason number 5 -Your deck is sag-
ging from the weight of all 23 guests,
who arrive each weekend between
May and September.
Reason number 4 -Your friends and
relatives -who are welcome at your
cottage any time -cook kippers and
sauerkraut for breakfast every Sunday,
to show their appreciation.
Reason number 3 -You're tired of
Reason number 2 -Cooking and
cleaning at home is replaced by cook-
ing and cleaning at the cottage -for
friends and relatives who are, of
course, welcome any time.
And the number one reason Is -
You're fantasizing about renting a lit-
tle cabin further north, where you can
get away from the hustle and bustle of
cottage life.
If your cottage is bursting at the door
frames, maybe it's time to expand. A
good place to start is this year's
Cottage Life Show to be held from
March 31st to April 2nd at the
International Centre in Toronto.
You'll find a wide range of
exhibitors -from experts on cottage
renovation, to those who can advise
you on your next cottage
purchase -each with ideas that you can
put to use. Features will include the
Cottage Kitchen and the Cottage
Bookstore, and a series of seminars on
subjects that range from How to Buy
Your First Cottage, to Keeping the
Cottage in the Family and Away from
Revenue Canada. For information
call (416) 360-6880.
Recreation. Parks and Culture dept C—r loner Brice
Fleury. told the audience about the 40 year,; of activity by the
department.
Above. Mayor Frank Faubert. Commissioner Bruce Fleury
and Agincourt Lions Club President Bill Smith celebrate the 40
40th Anniversary. (Photo - Bob Watson).
YOU ARE INVITED
to attend a
FREE
FIRST TIME HOME BUYER
SEMINAR
sponsored by
ROYAL BANK OF CANADA
on
THURSDAY, APRIL 6,1995
Q P.M. - 9 P.M.)
at
Calvary Church
(746 Pape Ave. - north of Danforth)
GUEST SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
BANK MANAGER, CMHC, HOME INSPECTOR
LAWYER AND REALTOR
Visit your local Royal Bank office
for ticket reservations.
ip ROYAL [SANK
Refreshments served No charge
Page 6 THE NEWS POST Wed. April 5, 1995
Girl Guides 85th Anniversary Made Picture Perfect By Kodak
More than 5,333 Girl Guides
of Canada units across the
country have snapped up
an offer from Kodak
Canada for a free educa-
tional activity kit.
The Kodak "Picture
Perfect" kit, the result of a
two year working partner-
ship between the Girl
Guides of Canada and
Kodak Canada, includes a
Kodak Fun Saver 35
camera with flash, pro-
gram and project ideas,
recycling information,
picture -taking tips, a
poster and photofinishing
envelopes, which, when
returned to Shoppers Drug
Mart stores with film for
processing provide a 50
cents per envelope dona-
tion from Kodak Canada to
the Girl Guides of Canada.
Celebrating 85 years of
Guiding, the Girl Guides
membership exceeds
250.000 including 50.000
volunteer women leaders.
The 2nd. Mural
Village of Highland Creek
For information call
Bill Dempsey 282.2230
Low inflation
payingoff
Canada's low inflation tate policy has begun to pay
big dividends — and shouki produce funkier gains in
the vear ahead-
Much,
headMuch, however. will depend on how well we stay on
trade- says Bank of Canada GovemorGoedon nuessent.
in his first annual report.
These dividends mclude more jobs. a rising level of
exports, a cost-conscious. more competitive industrial
sector next eventually. lower interest rates.
"I want to underline just how important these suc-
cesses are.- said Tttiessen -
"At times it has seemed to me that we in Canada
have lost sight of what it takes to have a growing
economy that generates increased incomes and em-
ploy
"There is no magic formula —just businesses and
their empktyees that are highly sensi-
tive to theircuastomers, constantly look-
ing for improved ways of producing
and marketing their products and wil-
ing to make changes when needed...
Without the productivity improve -
mem that comes from this kind of
activity, he warned, there can be no
sustained gains in incomes.
That's the Lesson of the 1970s. and
1980s when productivity gains slowed
down and almost disappeared.
At the same time, he added many
Canadians are concerted about the
sharp increases in mtereest rates and the
decline m the value of the Canadian
dollar —to posted by the
According to Chief Com-
missioner Marsha Ross,
"Since 1910, the philosophy
of the Guiding program has
been to give girls oppor-
tunities for leadership and
service to their com-
munities, for life skill
development, and for fun
and friendship. The Kodak
"Picture Perfect" kit
presents the girls with the
opportunity to develop per-
sonal skills and interests. It
enhances the role of infor-
mal education and badge
work in Guiding and helps
Girl Guides to support and
enrich a girl's
resourcefulness and in-
dependence.
Girl Guide principles and
values have remained con-
stant since our founding 85
years ago, but our program
activities have changed to
reflect today's girl."
"Crimes Of The Heart" At Scarborough Village Theatre
by Frank Knight
The scene is Mississippi in
the mid 70's. The setting is
Granddaddy's old house
while he lies close to death
in the local hospital.
Coming together to await
the news are the three
Magrath sisters, Lenny
(Linda Lee Barrett). the
oldest sister unmarried at
30 with little prospects of
change: Meg (Judith
Thompson),the middle
sister who fled the small
town in hopes of hitting it
big as a singer on the West
Coast; and Babe ( Nikki
Francies) the youngest,
married and out on bail
after shooting her husband.
This then is the basic plot
of "Crimes of the Heart",
the current production of
the Scarborough Players.
Interwoven by the author,
Bank of Canada Governor Gard, c l hiessen.
in the world and, just as importa :;.. ,eater these
rates will stifle econorruc expanstur:
"Contrary to widely held beliefs." Thiessen added.
"the Bank of Canada cannot set interest ratter at any
arbitrary level it pleases.
The Bank of Canada
wilf be introducing a new
semi-annual report on
monetary policy this
spring -
The report Rill measure
the Bank's performance
and examine how cur-
rent economic circum-
stances and monetary
conditions are likely to
affect future inflation.
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economy in 1994.
TIWN.'re wondering why interest rates should be
rising when Canada has one of the lowest inflation rates
"Interest rates are determined prima-
rily by the views of savers, investors and
borrowers — domestic and foreign — as
to what constitutes a fair return in finan-
cial markets."
Thiessen also noted that interest races
rose in Canada this past year because of
..heightened concerns about the i Tg&ca-
nons of budgetary deficits and the rising
level of our public debt".
That's why, he added it is crucial that
there be "a credible commitmi= by gov-
emmentts to get budgets on a sustains"
track".
The Bank of Canada's most signifi-
cant achievantentt in 1994. said lrh essent,
was keeping the lid on inflation for the third straight
year — "a prop using sign for the economic future of
Canada-'.
BANK OF CANADA DOES MORE THAN INFLUENCE INTEREST RATES
Bank of Canada
head office in Ottawa.
That's what usually grabs the headlines. But, as its new annual
report shows, the Bank is also responsible for:
:.I Maintaining the value of our money by keeping inflation
under control.
..I Meeting the needs of Canadians for bank notes. This in-
cludes designing, printing and distributing all notes in circulation
and protecting them from counterfeiting.
J Contributing to the safety and soundness of the country's
financial system.
Managing the public debt and providing services to holders
of Canada Savings Bonds and other federal government securities.
Business For Sale
The newspaper business owned by Watson Publishing Company
Limited and started by Bob and Irene Watson some 45 years ago is up for
sale!
The Watsons would like some couple, group or individual to take over
this great enterprise and keep local community news about every local
group published for the interest of the public.
Would you like to own 6 community newspapers? How about -
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For more information call (416) 291.2583.
Beth Hanley, is the past
lives of these three sisters
who had endured a legacy
of abandonment, betrayal,
violence and family
suicide. Though these
troubles are grave they are
somehow made hilarious
with interference by their
cousin next door Chick
Boyle ( Laura Gibbs) and
an awkward young lawyer
Barnette Lloyd ( Paul
Barker).
A former love interest bet-
ween the two eldest sisters
Doc Porter ( Richard Car-
michael ) rounds out the
story which in the end the
characters escape the past
to look towards a different
future.
It is an interesting play
which requires strong ac-
ting skills and
characterization. We must
believe in these people
otherwise it becomes just a
lot of dialogue. We did get
characterization from
Judith Thompson who has
a strong stage presence
and a good distinct acting
voice. It was a good perfor-
mance.
Ably supporting her was
Nikki Franciels, who
relatively inexperienced in
theatre shows signs of
much promise as an actor.
Laura Gibbs portrayal as
the cousin was a refreshing
change of pace from her
previous roles showing that
she has the talent to
develop in future parts.
It was an excellent set
that was looking for a pro-
scenium stage. It certainly
wasn't one that was re-
quired for the Village
Theatre arena stage. The
sheer size distracted us
from the actors whkile a
good third of the playing
area was never used.
This then led to a tendency
for the blocking to be done
proscenium style. When ac-
tors have to make their en-
trances through the au-
dience it shows a lack of
understanding of arena
staging by a director.
The show runs Apr.6 to 8
and 13 to IS at 8 p.m. at
Scarborough Village
Theatre. 3600 Kingston Rd.
Box office 3915-4049.
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In 2
TIC S
SPINACH SALAD EXQUISITE
Make the most of spinach. one of the most
nutritious of Ontario's vegetables, and prepare this
classic salad incorporating mushrooms, bacon and
a warm vinegar dressing.
Half pkg (2134 g) Ontario
Spinach
1 cup (250 mL) thinly sliced fresh Ontario
Mushrooms
6 slices side bacon
1 tbsp (15 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
Dressing:
1/4 cup (50 mL) cider vinegar
2 tbsp (25 mL) water
1 tbsp (15 mL) granulated sugar
1 tsp (5 mL) lemon juice
Wash and dry spinach. Break off thick stems and
tear into bite -size pieces, place in salad bowl. Add
mushrooms. Cook bacon until crisp: drain and
chop. Add to salad bowl.
Dressing: In small saucepan, combine vinegar,
water, sugar and lemon juice; simmer over medium
heat 3 to 5 min. to dissolve sugar. Pour over
spinach; toss lightly. Sprinkle with cheese; toss
again. Serves 4.
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has put together packages of the many years of these local community
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keep or you may be an historical person who wants to keep tabs on the
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Wed. April 5,19% THE NF:WSiPOST Page 7
Lieutenant -Governor Purchases Robinson Papers To Donate To Ontario Archives
private donation by On-
tario Lieutenant -Governor
H.N.R. Jackman has en-
sured that an important
collection of historical
documents will remain in
the province and be ac-
cessible to the public
through the Archives of On-
tario, Minister of Culture,
Tourism and Recreation
Anne Swarbrick has an-
nounced.
Consisting of the private
papers of John Beverley
Robinson, Chief Justice of
Upper Canada and Canada
West from 1829-1862, the
collection was purchased in
auction March 16 by Mr.
Jackman with funds from
Metro Separate School Board News
Summer School For Multi-
ple Handicapped
Developmentally Disabled
Students
The Metropolitan
Separate School Board will
once again offer a summer
school program for multli-
ple handicapped and
developmentally disabled
students.
The program, which has
been operating over the
past ten years, is organized
on a model similar to the
regular day program with
support staff, special
education teachers, special
equipment and transporta-
tion.
In 1994 approximately 87
students benefited from the
program.
Entrepreneurship Project
MSSB will participate in a
project with the York Com-
munity Services Agency to
create an enterprise learn-
ing centre at Archbishop
Romero Catholic Secon-
dary School.
The program is designed
for "at -risk" students. Ap-
proximately 20 full-time
students will take part in
the program which com-
bines academic credits
with entrepreneurial op-
portunities.
Funds for the one year
project will be provided by
York Community Services.
Admissions Policy tion -
Metro Pupils
The board approved the
following changes to its Ad-
missions policy.
Pupils who do not reside in
Metro Toronto will be ad-
mitted to MSSB schools
provided:
the pupil who is applying
for junior kindergarten to
grade 8 admission must be
Roman Catholic. or
the pupil is applying for
Cardinal Carter Academy
for the Arts or St. Michael's
Choir School according to
SA01 Reg. 6 & 7, and
the tuition fee is paid in ad-
vance.
and
space is available in the
school, and
FOODLAND ONTARIO
STEAMED ONTARIO
ASPARAGUS WITH TWO
CLASSIC SAUCES
Add more variety to a favorite springtime
vegetable with one of these two classic sauces.
These sauces are a wonderful combination of a lot
Less fat and a lot less bother.
2 Ib (1 kg)
Ontario Asparagus.
steamed
Aioli Sauce:
4
garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp (15 mL)
white wine vinegar
1 tbsp (15 mL)
olive oil
1 tbsp (15 mL)
lemon juice
1/2 cup (125 mL)
light mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
Red Pepper Sauce:
1/3 cup (75 mL)
roasted red pepper,
bottled
1
garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp (2 mL)
dried basil
1/2 cup (125 mL)
light sour cream
Salt and pepper
Aioli Sauce: In small bowl, whisk together garlic,
vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, mayonnaise. and salt
and pepper to taste until well combined. Taste and
adjust seasonings. Makes 1/2 cup (125 mL).
Red Pepper Sauce: In food processor or blender,
combine red pepper, garlic, basil, sour cream, and
salt and pepper to taste. Puree until smooth. Taste
and adjust seasonings. Makes 1/2 cup (125 mL).
Serve either sauce with asparagus. Serves 4 to 6.
Preparation Time: 5 min. to steam asparagus and
5 min for each sauce
the non-residents are
separate school supporters
in the jurisdiction in which
they reside.
J995 Budget Consultation
The Metropolitan
Separate School Board in-
vites all Catholic
ratepayers and parents to a
series of community con-
sultations surrounding the
development of the current
and future budgets.
Meetings will be held in 19
different locations
throughout Metro Toronto.
For dates and locations of
the meetings, contact the
Public Affairs Dept. at
222-8282, ext. 5314.
Community Consultation:
Dept. of National Defence
Site
The board will establish a
Community Liaison Com-
mittee to assist MSSB in
the development of a secon-
dary school facility at the
Dept. of National Defence
Canadian Forces Staff
School site located off
Avenue Dud.
The recommenda-
tions reports of the Liaison
Committee will be con-
sidered by MSSB as per its
policies and by-laws.
The board also directed
that traffic and parking im-
pact studies be undertaken
with respect to MSSB's use
of the site.
The board will appoint
ccxL%Wtant_s to assL,r to this
stage of the development of
the site. Consideration will
be given to the firm of Mof-
fat and Duncan.
Winter Break
All Metropolitan Separate
School Board schools will
be closed for winter break
from Mar. 13th. to 24th.
Classes will resume on
Mon. Mar.27th. This two-
week extended winter
break has been established
to comply with the provin-
cial social contract legWa-
tion which was introduced
in 1993.
For more information
contact the Public Affairs
Dept.at 22:'-828'2 ext. 5314.
his private foundation, for
the sum of $120.000. It will
be donated to the Archives
of Ontario, which already
has extensive holdings
related to this notable
historical figure.
"John Beverley
Robinson's life spanned
some of the most turbulent
limes in Ontario's political
and social development, in-
cluding the Warof 1812 and
the Rebellion of 1837," said
Minister Swarbrick. "His
papers are an indispen-
sable record of our coun-
try's past and an important
heritage resource for On-
tarians, now and for
generations to come.
"Earlier this year, Mr.
Jackman established the
Li eutena nt-Governor's
Awards for the Arts. This
additional gift to the pro-
vince indicates the extent
and depth of his commit-
ment to culture. Mr.
Jackman has done a great
service to Ontario by pur-
chasing this collection and
donating it to the
Archives. -
,*The private sector of On-
tano must be prepared to
step in and take the in-
itiative in supporting and
promoting the cultural
identity of this province
and its people," said
Lieutenant -Governor
Jackman. "I am delighted
that I was able to assist the
Archives with securing this
valuable collection, and 1
hope that other benefactors
will come forward on
future occasions to ensure
the continued preservation
of our heritage."
The Robinson Family
Papers include diaries of
Robinson, and cor-
respondence with his wife,
Rev.John Strachan,
Florence ;Nightingale, the
Duke of Wellington and Sir
Francis Bond Head, among
others. There are also com-
missions, most on vellum,
appointing Robinson to of-
ficial government and
military positions.
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The Scarborough -Ellesmere Provincial PC Association
will be holding a Nomination Meeting
to elect a candidate for the next provincial election
Date: Wednesday April 12, 1995
Time: 7.30 p.m.
1Regrstration 6 to 8 p.m.)
Place: Alex Manoogian Culture Centre
30 Progress Court. Scarborough
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the long-awaited promise of
Spring. It's an occasion
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of their busy lifestyles to
gather together and cele-
brate. For children, it's a par-
ticularly exciting time, as they
enjoy the rituals of painting
and hunting for brightly
colored Easter eggs.
One of the traditions as-
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eagerly awaited Easter din-
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tion — a delicious and
simple -to -prepare ham. In
fact, ham has been a part of
Easter festivities for decades.
Cured, and sometimes
smoked, ham is the hind leg
of pork. "Fully- or partially -
cooked. ham's versatility
means it can he served
straight from the package or
heated and dressed," says
Anita Ivanauskas. Home
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Scarborough Swimmers Look
Forward To New Pool
by Muriel Warden
It was a fine hour for Scar-
borough politicians
;representing our three
levels of government!
At the sparkling new com-
munity centre at the corner
of Birchmount and
Kingston Rds. in the old
Scarborough area of Bir-
chcliff, a jubilant Mayor
Frank Faubert, along with
a few representative coun-
cillors, applauded the
Minister of Culture and
Recreation, Anne Swar-
brick, as she officially an-
nounced the Five In-
frastructure Projectgs
planned by the City of Scar-
borough with the financial
support of the federal and
provincial governments.
1~aubert proudly recalled
his committee work in the
early 1980s where the con-
cept of tri -level govern-
ment co-operatively finan-
cing capital projectgs in
cities and municipalities
all across Canada, was con-
ceived. It is finally happen-
ing a decade later.
Anne Swarbrick spoke on
behalf of the provincial
government and was
especially pleased to an -
5th Annual Toronto Motorcycle Auction
One of the most sought
after and collectible motor-
cycles], a 1952 Vincent
Rapide, has been
registered to go up for sale
by auction at the 5th An-
nual Toronto Motorcycle
Auction, Sun. Apr. 9th.,at
the Toronto International
Centre.
The Toronto Motorcyle
Auction features many
fine, collectible motor-
cycles, as well as current
used bikes, touring bikes,
and motorcycle
memorabilia. Many motor-
cycles will be sold with no
reserve. Collectors,
bargain hunters, and entry
level motorcyclists should
be sure to sign up for a bid
card. Everyone is welcome
to watch the action.
Public viewing of the
bikes is Sat.Apr.81. 10 a.m.
to 9 p.m. and Sun.Apr.9. 10
a.m. - 12 noon.
Buyer bid card registra-
tion is Sun.Apr.9, 10 a.m. -
12 noon.
Auction starts at 12 noon
on Sun.Apr.9, with auc-
tioneer. Frank Stapleton.
Celebrate With Easter Plants
The Civic Garden Centre,
777 Lawrence
Ave.E.,North York, can
help with your holiday
plans for Easter. Brighten
your home for spring with
breathtaking Hydrangea,
exquisite Azaleas] and
elegant Easter Lilies.
These plants will be
available at the centre's
Easter Plant Sale on
Sat.Apr.8 and Sun. Apr.9
from noon to 4 p.m.
The Hydrangea have five
or more blooms and come
in pink, blue or white.
Easter Lilies can provide a
sophisticated touch to your
home. Azaleas are a
beautiful gift to give or to
receive. All of these plants
forecast Spring and last
much longer than the tradi-
tional Easter chocolate.
The plants will be attrac-
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and the floral arts. One of
the methods the centre
uses to raise funds is the
sale of top quality plants.
Not only is the public
assured of quality, but the
plants are properly wrap-
ped to protect them from
the harsh weather.
During plant sales, the
Civic Garden Centre's
volunteers are on duty to
assist and the hor-
ticulturists and Master
Gardeners are present to
offer advice on plant care.
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Wed. April 5, 19%. T11E NEWS Pt1ST Page 9
Community Sports Notes
pounce the new leisure pool
project to adjoin the ex-
isting community centre
and other sport facilities on
this old Birchcliff com-
munity corner.
"Keeping our citizens ac-
tive in the community pro-
motes good health and self-
esteem," said Swarbrick.
"Our money is best spent
on healthy, happy leisure
activity bringing ykoung
families, teens and seniors
together enjoying life."
Derek Leel, M.P. for
Scarborough -Rouge River
and Tom Wappel, M.P.for
Scarborough West, spoke
for the federal govern-
ment. Quoting the Liberals'
Red Book, Wappel noted
that the five projectgs were
part of the "Jobs, Jobs,"
and the "Tri -level govern-
ment cooperation" pro-
mises.
Personally. I am most in-
terested i n the new pool
project because dit is to
become the home base pool
for Scarborough Swim
Club. Within the curved,
leisure design of the main
pool will be six defined 25
metres training lanes
which club swimmers will
use at specified times.
Lane ropes. starting
blocks, display cases and
an exercise weight room
have been included in the
plans for club use. The
swim club has trained at
Birchmount Pool for many
years, appreciating the
benefits of its extra length
l33 1 3 metres) and ex-
traordinary large deck
space -
Commissioner Bruce
Fleury promised a "Good-
bye 1party" for the 40 years
old cement pool and we
' dhUiitely want to be there
to celebrate the old and
look forward to the new.
I questioned the value of
such an expensive leisure
style pool construction and
I was given some very
direct answers by Scar-
borough Aquatics Director
Paul McGee.
"Recreational swimming
attendance is dropping at
the "swimming only" pool
facilities. This all inclusive
leisure concept with sauna,
whirlpool, made -in tots
pool, youngsters learn -to -
swim warm water pool,
lanes for training and
fitness swimmers and fun
devices such as slides,
showers, climbingd and
ride -em monster animals
that float, provides enter-
tainment for all family
members under one roof.
Itg will be a bright, happy.
healthy place for the com-
munity to meet" said
McGee.
My concern is for the elite
athlete. An athlete is
anyone who participates in
a sport activity at school,
the local park. gym or city
run recreation program.
An elite athlete goes one
step further, joins a club
where coaches are cer-
tified and professional.
Elite athletes work hard,
set goals and achieve"
They know who they are
and they aim high! Their
weapons are bathing suits,
basketballs, soccer boots, a
racquet, a hat or a paddle.
They get very little notice
and not much is written
about them.
The "cream" of the elite
athletes rise to the top in
their club, their province or
country. There is recogni-
tion, financial support.
travel and educational op-
portunities at this high
level but only very few
make the NHL, the :VEAL.
the :National Team or the
Olympics.
The new leisure pool is ac-
cessible to the very young,
to families, seniors and the
diabled, says the recent
press release. No mention
of the elite athletes], but
they will be there too'
Scarborough Swim Club
will train competitive
swimmers as it always has,
at the new Birchmount
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SCARBOROUGH
OUTDOOR
EDUCATION
SCHOOL
Since 1978, the Scarborough Outdoor Education Schoc.
has been offering quality outdoor and environmental
education programs to students from Grade 6 to OAC.
Located in a wilde r+ess setting 45 minutes north of Huntsnlle, the
property lends itself to hiking, camping, swimming and canoeing.
For more intensive canoeing expenences, some students will be
trekking into nearby Algonquin Park -
The
The focus of the programs is to allow students to experience the
natural environment through safe and enjoyable activities that
encourage a connection to the outdoor environment
There are five different programs to choose from, including
Exploring the Outdoors, Outdoor Leadership and Wilderness
Tripping. All sessions take place in July, and are from five to nine
days in duration. Costs range from $160 to $280, and include all
meals, accommodation and transportation to and from the school.
For more information, please call Paul Goldring at (416) 396-3319
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Page 10 THE NEWS POST Wed. April 5, 1995
B%ll Watt's Worlds
Theatre News
The announcement of
Diahann Carroll to take the
lead in the upcoming Li -
vent Production of Sunset
Boulevard at the Ford Cen-
tre caught Your Column by
surprise. Our buzz was that
Stockard Channing was a
lock for the role. Yes, we
had seen the gorgeous Mrs.
Damone at the Four
Seasons recently but then,
one sees so many
glamorous performers
there that one scarce stops
sipping the afternoon Dar-
jeeling upon sighting them.
Anyway, our feeling -not
that it really matters
(which was the sub -title of
one of our earlier literary
efforts) - is that she is
musically the best of those
who have played the role to
date. Somewhere in our
vinyl vault is a recording of
her singing Three )maybe
it's Two) Ladies in the
Shade of a Banana Tree
with Pearl Bailey from the
original Columbia cast
album of House of Flowers.
That's the show that she
pretty much stole from
Geoffrev Holder. Even in
such heavy company, her
voice was vital and fresh.
That freshness has now
been polished to sophistica-
tion and the result is a
voice that not only thrills
but enraptures.
Sunset Boulevard is
scheduled to begin
previews on Oct.5th. and
open officially on the 15th.
We're counting the days
already.
Beautv and The Beast
previews on July 25th and
opens on Aug.Bth. at the
Princess of Wales Theatre.
Full casting was announc-
ed at a resent breakfast
media conference.
The two leads are drawn
from Broadway. Kerry
Butler was in the original
American company of
Blood Brothers and Chuck
Wagner has been
understudy for The Beast
since the show's beginning.
The balance of the cast is
Canadian and was chosen
after auditions across
Canada. Here are just a
few of some of the more
familiar names from the 39
member cast.
Jo -Anne Kirwan Clark
and Terry Doyle will move
over from Crazy For You
and the fragrant beauty
Melissa Thomson will ap-
pear, fresh from her per-
formance in Miss Saigon.
Popular Judy Marshak will
appear as Mrs. Potts, the
teapot and reliable Paul
Brown will play
Cogsworth, the grand-
father clock. The last nam-
ed part was, and perhaps
still is played, in the Broad-
way company by another
Canadian, Heath
Lamberts.
The Royal Alex will be
presenting An Evening
with Sir Peter Ustinov
from Apr.30th. to May 2nd.
and from May 7th to May
9th.
There are few better ac-
tors than Sir Peter and pro-
bably no better raconteurs.
Get your tickets early for
an enchanting evening. If
you're lucky, you might
hear him tell the blackly
hilarious story of the ex
RAF pilot landing a com-
mercial aircraft in Karchi.
As predicted here, the nm
of Poor Super Man at Cana-
dian Stage Berkeley Street
has been extended yet
again. this time till June
17th. Proof again that
nothing succeeds like ex-
cess.
In Print
For most of humanity
there is faith in life after
death. Faith is necessary
because there is no proof.
Of latter years. however.
there have been numerous
books that purport to offer
proof of unending ex-
istence. Most of them deal
with the so called near -
death experiences of peo-
ple who have been declared
clinically dead - i.e. no
heart beat - but brought
back to life - i.e. a restored
heart beat.
Parting Visiom by Melvin
:Norse, M.D., Villard
Books) deals not only with
the near -death
phenomenon but, as well,
pre -death, psychic and
other spiritual ex-
periences. The doctor does
not -dares not -offer them as
proof of inmumiality but he
suggests quite compelling-
ly that they command re-
examination of the nature
Of life.
Does life consist only of
prescience and the ex-
istence of five senses? Does
the cessation of those
senses constitute death or
the beginning of a new and
fuller existence? No
answers are given here but
the para -normal ex-
periences that are re-
counted and commented
upon give considerable
Around and About
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pause for thought and even-
tually, comfort.
Doctor Morse quotes
Seneca with "Men do not
care how nobly they live
but only how long although
it is within the reach of
every man to live nobly but
within no man's power to
livelong". Depending upon
what constitutes life, it ap-
pears Seneca was wrong.
A History of Warfare is a
too modest title for a
masterful book by John
Keegan ( Vintage Books) .
Granted, it's a history but,
more than that, it's a
scholarly though never dry
discourse on the Why of
Wars rather than the How.
Where and When with
which one is already
familiar through the
writings of other
historians.
Unquestionably. Mr.
Keegan knows history but
his book is better to be
regarded as an offshoot of
his duties as senior lecturer
in military history at San-
dhurst where, as in all such
institutions, war is con-
sidered a condition of the
animal kingdom.
But. why are wars con-
ducted asks the author?
Are they indeed. "the con-
tinuation of policy" as held
by Carl von Clausewitz.
Are they anthropologically,
culturally. nationally or
financially inevitable'
The answers are not here
but in the questions, the
author raises hope that
some day, wars will disap-
pear.
The book is well recom-
mended. As well, readers
should be aware that
Mr. Keegan is scheduled to
lecture on The Battle of
History at the University of
Toronto this month as part
of a series of lectures in
rnernory of the late Bar-
bara Frum.
The Beak of the Finch by
Jonathan Weiner (Alfred
A. Knopf) is probably best
described by its sub -title, A
Story of Evolution In Our
Time.
The key words are Evolu-
tion In Our Time. Ever
since Charles Darwin
hesitantly put forward his
theory of evolution after
observing the variety of
HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS
beaks kon finches in the ar-
chipelago, those who ac-
cept itl, do so believing it to
be a slow, ponderous pro-
cess ... at least by the
reckoning of human time.
However, thanks primari-
ly to Princeton University
scientists Peter and
Rosemary Grant and
others like them; and
thanks as well to more
precise methods of
measurement and the
isolation of DNA, it now is
being accepted that evolu-
tion is so remarkably swift
as to amaze the layperson.
Mr. and Mrs. Grant have
spent over a quarter of a
century in the Galapagos
observing, measuring and
quantifying the native fin-
ches with especial atten-
tion to the sizes and con-
figurations of their beaks
as they adapt -within single
generations -to the exigen-
cies of food supply. The
evidence they have col-
lected points unerringly to
the conclusion that evolu-
tion is swift.
What does this mean to
humankind? Well. it means
that it might survive but
that it more likely will not
unlelss or until it learns
how to speed up its own
evolutionary process.
The Beak of the Finch is a
fascinating, sometimes
frightening work but well
worth attention.
In ('oncert
The Orpheus Choir will
perform this Friday even-
ing in St.James Cathedral
beginning at 8 p.m. It will
sing Bruckner's Mass in E
nd Palestrina's Missa de
Beata Virgin. The latter is
close to Your Column's
heart and has been ever
since we first sang it with a
collegiate glee club.
Potables
Our sprit of choice is
Scotch. We like its robust
taste and intrinsic warmth
that generates group con-
viviality. We are, however,
also fond of Tennessee
Whiskey. That's a distinct
product classification that
separates it from and takes
it beyond bourbon. The best
is Jack Daniel's. Now, Jack
Daniel's doesn't need our
encomium but we wish to
Anahareo and Grey Owl
By James Marsh
Anahareo remembered the first
time she met the man who called
himself Grey Owl. It was at
Camp Wabikan on LakeTem-
agami in northern Ontario. Like
everyone who met Grey Owl,
Anahareo was impressed by the
mystery that surrounded this tall
man in deerskin clothes. They fell
in love and Grey Owl asked her
to share his life in the wilderness,
where he made his living by trap-
ping.
At night. Anahareo told Grey
Owl about her family's wander-
ings. She was Iroquois and her
parents had moved to northern
Ontario from their home reserve
at Oka, near Montreal. Grey Owl
told Anahareo that be was born in
Mexico, where his Scottish father
worked as a guide. His mother,
he said, was Apache. But he did
not tell Anahareo the truth about
who he really was.
Anahareo was horrified at the
sufferings of the animals caught
in Grey Owl's
traps. When she
I.— d th
Anahareo and the animals. His
book, The Men of the Last
Frontier, made him famous and
he began his crusade to save the
beaver from
extinction. He
ar e crying ;,, cxu FOUNIPACIO\ and Anahareo
of two mother- HWWE
moved to west -
less beaver kit- ern Canada
tens, she begged where they be -
Grey Owl to
spare their lives. Grey Owl
agreed and he and Anahareo fed
and cared for them. Anahareo's
concern for the animals' suffering
awakened a sympathy in Grey
Owl that changed his life forever.
Grey Owl quit trapping and
began to write about his life with
gan a program
of conservation, one of the fust in
Canada Kings, queens and prime
ministers entertained Grey Owl,
who spread his message of care
for the wilderness and its crea-
tures everywhere.
In November 1936, with the
winter ice forming on the lake,
'Tile: Heritage Project is proud to he associated with
the International Year of the f=amily.
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THE ABILITY TREE
The Ability Tree
The tic•artw irwi4h Ability Tree gets applause from I>)ug
McEntee•r. a . )lunteer with Ontario March of rhme�, and
Mayor Frank Faubert.
share something that nice-
ly illustrates the personal
and caring nature of its
preparation.
For research purposes we
wanted some information
on Jack Daniel's and con-
tacted the operation in Lyn-
chburg. Tennessee. Within
a fortnight we received a
package of informative
material and a delightful
calendar. Tucked in with it
was an apparently hand
written note signed by
Patricia Henry thanking us
for our interest. Imagin, a
personal note:
Our thanks to you Miss
Henry. Should we ever find
ourself in Lynchburg we
hope you'll be our guest for
mid-day dinner at Miss
Bobo's Boarding House.
Fast Exit
"Death must be
distinguished from dying
with which it is often con-
fused." Sydney Smith
(1771-1845).
Anahareo loaded her canoe and
she and Grey Owl said solemn
good-byes. She had grown Cured
of Grey Owl's absence and his
solitary writing and set off to find
new adventures. Grey Owl died
only two years later of exhaus-
tion. Anahareo was confused
when the newspaper headlines all
over the world revealed that Grey
Owl was not an Indian at all, but
an Englishman, named Archie
Belaney. She wrote a beautiful
book about her life with Grey
Owl. In it she wrote "When final-
ly I was convinced that Grey Owl
was English, I had the awful feel-
ing for all those years I had been
married to a ghost." Yet together,
Anahareo and Grey Owl changed
the way we think about the
wilderness and the creatures who
live there.
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nights, and include two
meals per day, accom-
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welcome gift, and informa-
tion pack containing a hik-
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transfers.
During July and August
the hikes are unaccom-
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from April to early July
and from September to
mid-December they are ac-
companied and cost from
FF1100 $300 pp dbl.
The "Shape Up and Relax
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features treatments at the
Evian Thermal Centre, 7
days full board in a :3 -star
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elegant and refined. Agents
wanting to reserve hotels
belonging to the CIP group,
namely Demeure, C'idotel
and Libertel Hotels, can do
so using a 1-800 number
which connects them
directly to CIP's Paris of-
fice.
Prices range from $150 to
$500 plus per room depen-
ding on the product
selected. Demeure is the
top of the line with ex-
quisite decorations and
period furniture, while the
Cidotel line is a nice three
star product. The Libertel
properties are aimed at the
more budget conscious
tourists who will not com-
promise warm atmosphere
and good taste.
The CIP properties are
well situated throughout
Pans, all in excellent loca-
tions. For further confir-
mation call 1-800-361-94-1o.
Did You Know...
The 60 million or so
foreign tourists who visit
Wed. April 5, 1995 THE NEWS/ POST Page It
200 Events In Albuquerque In 17 Magnifico Days
Albuquerque, New Mex-
ico's multicultural arts
community is bringing the
visual, literarly, perform-
ing and culinary arts
together for the Magnifico!
Albuquerque Festival of
the Arts, May 5-21, 1995.
Magnifico! is a non-stop
cultural extravaganza that
attracts visitors from
across North America,
with over 200 events being
planned.
The festival opens with
five separate art shows in
various locations
throughout this historic ci-
ty. The Art of Albuquerque
Show will bring at least 150
artists and craftspeople to
the State Fairgrounds for a
daily sale and demonstra-
tion of paintings, sculpture,
pottery, jewellry and tex-
tiles.
Magnifico! Invites is a
juried fine art show that
will highlight the works of
ten emerging New Mexico
water colour artists. Arte
Grande is a state-wide out-
door invitational sculpture
show that will also be held
in Albuquerque's
downtown fairgrounds.
Western Art, new works
created by the younger
generation, and craft
demonstration round out
the announced visual arts
program.
Food is an integral part of
the spring festival. The
pace of the festival is hot,
thanks to the May 6th.
Magnifico! Chile Cook -off.
Daring visitors can set
their taste buds blazing
with samples of the fiery
entries. Anyone who sur-
vives the chile cook -off
sampling can try less spicy
fare at either the Interna-
tional Food Fest or the In-
ternational Dessert Fest.
The city is also hosting a
modern lane festival, a
literary fair and a number
of symphony performances
as part of Magnifico!. In an
effort to make the 17 day
festival affordable to
everyone, there is a
regular free lunch-time
Brown Bag Series - daily
entertainment showcasing
a diverse range of talent,
from native American and
Hispanic dance to western
music.
Most of the festival events
are free or have nominal
admission prices. The
Albuquerque Convention
and Visitor's Bureau has
published an extensive
Magnifico! Calendar of
Events. For a copy of the
free brochure call ( 505 )
768-3M.
Historic Yuma Prison Offers "Get Into Jail" Cards
The Yuma Territorial
Prison is the only jail in
Arizona where people line
up and buy tickets to get in.
However, on May 13, 1995
there will be no need for
tourists to queue -- the
historic jail will be handing
out 'Get into Jail Free'
passes throughout the day.
The Yuma Terrorial
Prison has not in-
carcerated a gunslinger,
cattle rustler or polygamist
for more than 90 years.The
124 -year-old jail, once call-
ed the "Hellhole of
Arizona,'* now belongs to
the Arizona State Parks
Commission, which has
restored and opened the
facility to the public. Free
admission day is just one of
over a dozen special pro-
grams planned for the spr-
ing of 1995.
The movies "Wyatt Earp"
and "Tombstone" recently
told millions about
Arizona's fascinating Wild
West history. Situated in
southwestern Arizona. the
Yuma Territorial Prison
State Historical Park is
another living reminder of
this colourful past.
From the middle of April
until the end of June, the
restored jail and museum
will be presenting a variety
of no -cost special events on
almost a daily basis. In ad-
dition to the Free Admis-
sion Day, there will be an
afternoon lecture series
given by Arizona
historians, video presenta-
tions about Yuma's guru
fighting past and special
guided backroom tours
that include a stop at the
"Dark Cell".
Back in the late 1880's,
when the prison actually
operated as a correctional
institute, there was a con-
finement room set aside for
problem inmates. The
Dark Cell was built like a
giant bird cage out of strap
iron metal and stood in the
middle of another hard
rock cell with only a small
hole the size of a softball in
the ceiling to provide light.
The Dark Cell was used,
but not very often. Despite
the nickname that the
Hollywood movies have
given the jaill, when the
doors first opened back in
1876 it was considered a
model prison. The jail
operated for 31 years with a
total of 3,069 prisoners
spending time behind its 18
foot high adobe walls. The
prison held criminals from
21 countries, including
stagecoach robbers.
polygamists, murderers,
rapists and prostitutes.
After the jail closed in
191)9. the buildings were us-
ed as a high school and
later as a hostel for Depres-
sion era hobos. '.Much of the
original facilities are now
gone: however. Arizona
has restored the cells, main
gate and guard tower. A
new interpretative
museum has been con-
structed on the jail
grounds. Yuma Territorial
Prison is open seven days a
York Region Tourism News
April 8-9
Antique Car Mow
This show is held at the
Richmond Green Sports
Centre at 1300 Elgin Mills
Rd.E.,Richmond Hill. For
times and admission call
737-1236.
France every year
generate one million
tourism jobs, and maintain
the need for the approx-
imately two million
tourism beds in hotels,
apartments) and gites com-
bined.
.April 6-8
Markham Theatre
George Fox, Country
music star from Alberta
will perform.
To April 9
At Bruce's Mill
Come out and enjoy
brunch in the Sugar Shack
between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Enjoy a taste of maple taf-
fy or fresh maple syrup.
then take a wagon ride.
Located on Stouffville Rd. 3
kms. east of Hwy.404. For
admission charges call
(416) 661-6600.
' Every donor undergoes stringent screening
Every unit of blood is tested using sensitive,
reliable laboratory equipment and procedures nad s
For more information contact
The Canadian Red Cross ir your community or caH,
blood 1-800-668-2866
supplyms
Safer an
The Canadian Red Cross Society
11V9 r.
�afery... WS�tal
week between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. Tickets are $.3 U.S. for
adults. For more informa-
tion call 1 .520) 783-4771.
The Territorial Prison is a
favourite stopping point for
Canadian tourists. The
penitentiary is near the ci-
ty, of Yuma and a number
of other popular tourist at-
tractions including the
Quartermaster Depot
Historic Site. Fort Yuma
and the Quechan Indian
Museum.
Some Arizona outdoor and
scenic jewels are also
located nearby with more
than million acres of
desert land set aside as
limited -access preserves.
The Cabeza Prieta, the im-
perial, the Cibola and the
Kofa National Wildlife
Refuges are all within an
easy drive of Yuma. In ad-
dition, the Saihati Camel
Farm offers a fascinating
tour of the largest camel
herd in North America.
For tourist information
and to receive a free copy
of the Arizona Traveler
guide call toll-free across
Canada at (30D) 842-8257 or
fax to (602 ) 542-4068.
Thinking Sideways
New ways of thinking,
leading to more creative
approaches to marketing
challenges, will be the
focus of the Industrial
Marketing and Research
Association of Canada.
Toronto Chapter's Apr.11
meeting to he held at the
Royal York Hotel.
Kathy Brooks of MICA
Management Resources
will be the featured
speaker at the meeting
which starts at 6 p.m. and
is open to non-members.
Brooks' organization helps
companies apply creative
methodologies to new pro-
duct development, new
marketing strategiesl. fin-
ding customer -focussed
solutions to reengineenng
issues and general problem
solving.
She has worked with
financial institutions, phar-
maceutical companies,
packaged goods manufac-
turers - even the media -
helping them to apply
creativity techniques to
achieve success.
This will be a hands-on, in-
teractive meeting, -.with
Brooks tackling marketing
issues suggested in ad-
vance by IMRAC
members. She plans on us-
ing these real-life problerru
to demonstrate how lateral
thinking can benefit
business -to -business
marketers.
ton -members interested
in attending should call
Elizabeth or Bob Inglis at
Technalysis Inc.,
416-512-0516, to reserve a
spot. The $35 admission
415 for students) includes
GST, sandwiches, mun-
chies and dunks.
Wild Week At Kortright
(kis Apr.9 from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. Kortright will present
its National Wildlife Week
Event, "wildlife - Yours to
Recover." The highlight of
the day's events is a series
of informative presenta-
tions conducted by three of
Ontario's leading field
biologists from the Na-
tional Heritage Informa-
tion Centre.
At 11.30 a.m.. Zoologist
Don Sutherland will speak
on the "Status and Conser-
vation of Ontario Bird
Populations." At 12.30 p.m.
Community Ecologist
Wasyl Bakowskv will ex-
plain the "Rare Plant Com-
munities of Ontario." At 2
p.m. Botanist and
Herpetologist Michael
Oldham will present the
"Status and Conservation
of Ontario Reptiles and
Amphibians.
Tour the Naturalist's
:Market Place of exhibits
and experts from a variety
of conservation organiza-
tions.
The Kortright Centre for
Conservation is open daily
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take
Hwti• 405 to :Major Macken-
zie Drive tat Paramount
Canada's Wondrland o, go
west 3 kms to Pine Valley
Dr.,then south 1 kn.
Admission is $4.25 adults
and 52.50 children, seniors
and students with valid
I.D.) Children four or
under with family are ad-
mitted free.
For more information call
Kortright at (905, 8&)-2:M.
It s Spring
Have Fun
Page 12 THE NEWS POST Wed. April 5, 1995
Sir Robert L. Borden News
Business & Technical Institute
Mid -semester examina-
tions are starting at Sir
Robert L. Borden B.T.I. on
Apr.6. As Judy Bromley, in
her principal's message
says, "It's hard to believe
that our school year is half
over and that our students
are well on their way to
completing this year of
high school. Our grade
nilne enrolment has in-
creased significantly, our
student leadership in-
itiatives have been suc-
cessful and our athletic
teams have been involved
in both inter -school and
city -Hide events. The new
educational programs,
both academic and
technological. have been
developing nicely and both
staff and students are
THE SALVATION ARMY
DAY CARE
IS
NON PROFIT
CHILD CARE
"HELP US
HELP OTHERS"
(416)489-0094
Fma
reporting increased suc-
The Common Curriculum,
Policies and Outcomes
Grades 1 - 9 has arrived at
Sir Robert L. Borden from
the Ministry of Education
and Training and this new
document outlines the
Grade 9 Transition Year
and what students are ex-
pected to know and to ac-
complish. It has now been
formally given to all school
departments for im-
plementation.
The Ontario -wide Grade 9
Reading and Writing Test
which is taking place at Sir
Robert L. Borden B.T.I. is
now nearing completion,
after almost a month. It is
a very comprehensive test
and upon completion will
be submitted to the
Ministry of Education and
Training for marking and
the results, when they ar-
rive at the school, will be
shared with students and
parents guardians.
Belated birthday wishes
are due to Sir Robert L.
Borden B.T.I. students,
Shane Lizotte, Shane
Rogersl, Allan Sankar,
Dana Miller, John Kot-
sarisl, Alvis Lakhan and
Andre Lyte.
The Grade 12 students in
English will be going on a
field trip to Young Peoples'
Theatre to see a showing of
MacBeth after studying the
play at school.
A track and field team is
in the making and is open
to all girls and boys in the
school. The call is on for
any student who can run,
hurdle, throw or jump.
Junior Bovs' basketball is
now over, uniforms have
been turned in and a pizza
party celebrates the active
participation this sport had
at Sir Robert L. Borden
B.T.I. Great season and
congratulations.
............................
ET ' 0• -
CIASSIC EASTER HAM RECIPES
ARE FAMILY FAVOURITES
I corse from a fairly large family,
smaller than some but larger than
most. Come holiday season.
whether it be Christmas . Thanks-
giving or Eastcr, we get together to
enjoy one of my mom'% special
feast.. But time-, change and so do
families. Whether there are trn at
the table lex two dreaming about the
other eight. a family is a famih.
Easter is just around the corner
and Fvc always thought of this
particular holiday as being some-
what kinder and more gentle than
the other,,. There are no pressures
at Easter. onl% celebration of re-
birth ... a perfect time for families to
share a peaceful respite. Every
Ester my mother would prepare
her famous ham. decorated with
succulent fruit and basted to per-
fection with her secret sauce made
with Bacardi White Rum. Niru see
mom discovered the art of cooking
with spirits and trusts Bacardi for
excellent results time and time again.
This week in honour of the sea-
son, we'll be sharing some great
Easter ham recipes that are just
right no matter how big your
family is. From a whole Marinated
Baked Ham with an irresistible
Cider Raisin Sauce (just like mom
makes), to a delightful Fruited
Ham. prepared by the slice and
baked with pineapple and plump
golden raisins. The secret ingre-
dient in both recipes is genuine
Bacardi White Rum.
When you cook with Bacardi,
the alcohol evaporates. leaving
only the natural, sweetly inde-
scribable flavour and seductive
aroma that only a premium rum
can impart.
I've tried both recipes and
believe me, they became instant
classics in my book. Do Enjoy
them with your family... and
HAPPY EASTER!
'MARINATED BAKED
HAM WITH BACARDI
1 fully cooked ham (5 to 7 Ibis /
2.2 to 3.5 kg))
Apple cider
Bacardi dark rum
Bacardi Cider raisin Sauce
(see below)
Clean and trim the ham of any
excess fat. Place the ham in a deep
with Lise O'Brien
dish and pour equal persons of
apple cider and Bacardi dark run
over the ham. Cover and marinate
in the refrigerator overnight. Turn
the ham occasionally. Remove the
ham from the refrigerator 1 hour
before cooking. Preheat the oven
to 25'F (IN)°C) and bake the ham
approximately '_l) minutes per
pound or until the internal
temperature is 14()°F. Remove the
ham from the oven and serve with
Cider Raisin Sauce (see below).
Serves 6 to S.
Bacardi Cider Raisin Sauce
2 tbsp (25 mL) !utter
2 tbsp (25 mL) flour
3/4 cup (175 mL) apple cider
314 cup (175 mL) Bacardi white rum
3i4 cuo (175 mL) seedless raisins
1 tsp (5 mL) grated lemon rind
tsp (5 mL) dry mustard
Melt the butter in a saucepan
over low heat and slowly stir in the
flour. Continue to stir until the roux
is smooth and bubbly. Mix the
apple cider and Bacardi white rum
a)gcther and sk►wly add the mix-
ture, a little at a time, to the roux.
Continue to stir until the sauce is
smooth and consistent. Add the
raisins, lemon rind and dry
mustard. Serve warm over slices of
marinated baked ham.
BACARDI FRUITED HAM
2 slices of precooked ham, 1,2 to
1 -inch (1 cm - 2.5 cm) thick
2 tbsp (25 mL) butter
1 cup (250 mL) crushed
pineapple
1i2 cup (125 mL) golden raisins
1 cup (250 mL) Bacardi white rum
Clean and trim the ham slices of
anv excess fat. Melt the butter in
an ovenproof casserole dish. Add
the crushed pineapple and stir in
the raisins. Add the Bacardi white
rum and continue to stir. Place the
ham slices in the sauce and cook
for several minutes until the liquid
is partially evaporated. Cover and
bake in a preheated 350°F oven for
15 to 20 minutes. Uncover and
continue to bake for 5 to 10
minutes. If needed add more butter
to the sauce. Serves 2.
Lexicon Trivia
by Stefan Sierakowski
Here's some trivia for
those of you who like to im-
press others with your
vocabulary. First, the
question: What is the
longest word in the English
language?
In the Oxford English Dic-
tionary, it's "floc-
cilpaucinihililpilification".
With 29 letters, it means
"the action of estimating
as worthless."
The longest factitious
word in the Oxford English
Dictionary is
"pneumo noul tra m i c rose o-
ilicovolcanoconiosisis". Wi-
th 45 letters, it means "a
lung disease by the inhala-
tion of very fine silica
dust. '
Webster's Third Interna-
tional Dictionary lists
among its 450,000 entries,
pneumonoul tramicrosco-
p
iesil icovolcanoconiosises".
That's the plural of the
above-mentioned disease.
So for those who thought
•'supercalifralgilisticex-
pialidocious", was the
longest, you're wrong,
because it's not officially a
word.
Track & Field
All students interested in
trying out for the Pearson
Track and Field team
should go out to the prac-
tices.
Students should be
prepared for workouts
after school every
weekdayl, both inside and
outside, weather permit-
ting.
The first potential meet is
on Sat.Apr.291, and if the
school competes, the final
entry form has to be in by
Tues. Apr.18.
Leadership Groups At
Pearson
Board of Governors
The student Board of
Governors, which
represents the student ac-
tivity groups in the school,
draws its members from
the other leadership
groups. The objectives of
the group include:
strengthening the concept
of all students as
shareholders, via promo-
tion and sales of VILP
cards; assisting in training
of student leaders in the
school; facilitating com-
munication among the
leadership groups in the
school; implementing a
school -wide planning
calendar to ensure co-
ordinated student ac-
tivities; identifying critical
student issues at Pearson,
and helping to develop
resources for dealing effec-
tively with these issues.
Pearson SAC
The Student Awareness
Committee is made up of
student leaders who are
committed to making the
student body more aware
of social issues through
assemblies and guest
speakers. Pearson students
will have the best informa-
tion and opportunities to
discuss and reflect on the
issues.
Pearson Athletic Council
(PAC)
Members of the Pearson
Athletic Council are chosen
by application each
semester (in January for
semester 2 and in May for
the next semester 1). PAC
members provide leader-
ship in planning and
hosting intramural ac-
tivitiesi, athletic events
and athletic award
assemblies. The PAC pro-
motes school sprit through
athletics.
Grad Committee
This is a student -centred
committee ( made up of ap-
proximately 50 students)
wfia+e mandate is to raise
money through numerous
fund-raising activities, and
to subsidize any program
involving graduates. The
main activity of the group
is to plan and promote the
annual Prom. The commit-
tee chooses an executive
which provides leadership
and direction.
Laser Quest Games
Beam Into Scarborough
Laser Quest - one of th
fastest-growing family
entertainment concepts in
North America, will open
irts 13th Canadian arena in
Scarborough at 19M Eglin-
ton Ave.E. on Sat.Apr.8th.
The first 50 people to come
to Laser Quest Scar-
borough on opening day
(Apr.8) will play for free.
Free previews for the
public ( with invitations)
will be held Sun.Apr.2 to
Thurs. Apr.6.
The Scarborough site is
the 18th arena in North
America, including five in
the United States. Laser
Quest Corporation, a Cana-
dian company publicly
treaded on the Alberta
Stock Exchange, has the
exclusive righrts to
establish Laser Quest cen-
tres around the world.
"Laser Quest is a 21st cen-
tury combination of tag
and hide-and-seek," says
Greg Thompson, President
of Laser Quest Corpora-
tion. "What makes the
game so popular is that
although we employ
sophisticated technology, it
is only used to enhance the
entertainment value of peo-
ple having fun interacting
with each other. While our
primary market is ages 12
to 25, the game has appeal
for people from 7 to 77. It is
one of the few games that
children and parents can,
and do, play together on an
equal level. It's also a great
stress -relieving team
builder for corporations."
This fantasy adventure
transports the customer to
another world through the
use of audio visual effects
and custom-buit themed
scenery. Participants,
equipped with the most
sophisticated laser tag
equipment available, play
the game in a specially
designed multi-level
labyrinth featuring ramps
and catwalks, specialty
lighting, swirling fog,
space age music and sound
effects.
In the 8000 square foot
Scarborough arena, up to
30 adventurers can
simultaneously enter this
world of sci-fi fun.
The cost to play in Scar-
borough is $7 for the 20 to 25
minute experience. All cen-
tres have a thriving
members program, where
players can sign up for a
year and lower the game
price tgo $6.
Keep Happy
Keep Smiling!
I
Lester B. Pearson CI
News
Lexicon Trivia
by Stefan Sierakowski
Here's some trivia for
those of you who like to im-
press others with your
vocabulary. First, the
question: What is the
longest word in the English
language?
In the Oxford English Dic-
tionary, it's "floc-
cilpaucinihililpilification".
With 29 letters, it means
"the action of estimating
as worthless."
The longest factitious
word in the Oxford English
Dictionary is
"pneumo noul tra m i c rose o-
ilicovolcanoconiosisis". Wi-
th 45 letters, it means "a
lung disease by the inhala-
tion of very fine silica
dust. '
Webster's Third Interna-
tional Dictionary lists
among its 450,000 entries,
pneumonoul tramicrosco-
p
iesil icovolcanoconiosises".
That's the plural of the
above-mentioned disease.
So for those who thought
•'supercalifralgilisticex-
pialidocious", was the
longest, you're wrong,
because it's not officially a
word.
Track & Field
All students interested in
trying out for the Pearson
Track and Field team
should go out to the prac-
tices.
Students should be
prepared for workouts
after school every
weekdayl, both inside and
outside, weather permit-
ting.
The first potential meet is
on Sat.Apr.291, and if the
school competes, the final
entry form has to be in by
Tues. Apr.18.
Leadership Groups At
Pearson
Board of Governors
The student Board of
Governors, which
represents the student ac-
tivity groups in the school,
draws its members from
the other leadership
groups. The objectives of
the group include:
strengthening the concept
of all students as
shareholders, via promo-
tion and sales of VILP
cards; assisting in training
of student leaders in the
school; facilitating com-
munication among the
leadership groups in the
school; implementing a
school -wide planning
calendar to ensure co-
ordinated student ac-
tivities; identifying critical
student issues at Pearson,
and helping to develop
resources for dealing effec-
tively with these issues.
Pearson SAC
The Student Awareness
Committee is made up of
student leaders who are
committed to making the
student body more aware
of social issues through
assemblies and guest
speakers. Pearson students
will have the best informa-
tion and opportunities to
discuss and reflect on the
issues.
Pearson Athletic Council
(PAC)
Members of the Pearson
Athletic Council are chosen
by application each
semester (in January for
semester 2 and in May for
the next semester 1). PAC
members provide leader-
ship in planning and
hosting intramural ac-
tivitiesi, athletic events
and athletic award
assemblies. The PAC pro-
motes school sprit through
athletics.
Grad Committee
This is a student -centred
committee ( made up of ap-
proximately 50 students)
wfia+e mandate is to raise
money through numerous
fund-raising activities, and
to subsidize any program
involving graduates. The
main activity of the group
is to plan and promote the
annual Prom. The commit-
tee chooses an executive
which provides leadership
and direction.
Laser Quest Games
Beam Into Scarborough
Laser Quest - one of th
fastest-growing family
entertainment concepts in
North America, will open
irts 13th Canadian arena in
Scarborough at 19M Eglin-
ton Ave.E. on Sat.Apr.8th.
The first 50 people to come
to Laser Quest Scar-
borough on opening day
(Apr.8) will play for free.
Free previews for the
public ( with invitations)
will be held Sun.Apr.2 to
Thurs. Apr.6.
The Scarborough site is
the 18th arena in North
America, including five in
the United States. Laser
Quest Corporation, a Cana-
dian company publicly
treaded on the Alberta
Stock Exchange, has the
exclusive righrts to
establish Laser Quest cen-
tres around the world.
"Laser Quest is a 21st cen-
tury combination of tag
and hide-and-seek," says
Greg Thompson, President
of Laser Quest Corpora-
tion. "What makes the
game so popular is that
although we employ
sophisticated technology, it
is only used to enhance the
entertainment value of peo-
ple having fun interacting
with each other. While our
primary market is ages 12
to 25, the game has appeal
for people from 7 to 77. It is
one of the few games that
children and parents can,
and do, play together on an
equal level. It's also a great
stress -relieving team
builder for corporations."
This fantasy adventure
transports the customer to
another world through the
use of audio visual effects
and custom-buit themed
scenery. Participants,
equipped with the most
sophisticated laser tag
equipment available, play
the game in a specially
designed multi-level
labyrinth featuring ramps
and catwalks, specialty
lighting, swirling fog,
space age music and sound
effects.
In the 8000 square foot
Scarborough arena, up to
30 adventurers can
simultaneously enter this
world of sci-fi fun.
The cost to play in Scar-
borough is $7 for the 20 to 25
minute experience. All cen-
tres have a thriving
members program, where
players can sign up for a
year and lower the game
price tgo $6.
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