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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1986-08-13, Page 5Letter to the editor THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 1986. PAGE 5. Astra thanks people of Brussels area To The Citizens of Brussels: You may now all be aware that Astra Pyrotechnics will not be moving its operations to Brussels. This decision was finally reach­ ed after many weeks and many late The International Scene Welcome Uncle Sam and the relatives BY RAYMOND CANON 1986 may well go down as the year in which more Americans than ever before finally discovered Canada and, if this turns out to be the case, it will not come about because of any sudden affection which they have for our country. Most Americans will still remain woefully ignorant of what Canada is really like, a few will show up at the border this summer with skis on the top of their car while still others will find new ways to show their ignorance once they do get here. However, I for one am willing to forgive all but the most egregious blunders which they may make at some time or another for the simple reason that they hold the secret of what could be done to reduce unemployment down to about half the level which it is at the present time. It is not that they have discovered some new formula; it is just that the Americans have reminded economists and non­ economists alike of the continued validity of two words - multiplier and labour intensive. Let me explain. If you have ever taken a basic course in economics, your instruc­ tor has likely got to teaching you a bit about the multiplier theory. Briefly this revolves around the fact that money is spent over and over again; that is you do not spend a ten dollar bill once and then burn it. Ifyou, take this a step further, the money that you spend when you go to Florida is used to pay wages, buy supplies and the like. The workers or merchants who receive this money in turn use it to pay wages, buy more supplies and the end resultisthatconsiderably more money was spent than the amount that you took with you. In short, initial spending results in addition­ al spending several times the initial amount and thus jobs are created more than might be expected. So much for the multiplier; pow let's take a look at the word ‘labour intensive.’ This means that some industries rely for most of their output on machines while others depend for the most part on labour. Tourism is very.much one of the latter with the result that when you spend money as a tourist you will cause more jobs to be created than if you spent it on a car. Thus if we can channel more spending in the various aspects of tourism, we are going to do a great deal more to reduce employment than if we buy T.V. sets or cars. This is where the Americans come in. Earlierthisyearthey were extremely frightened by the vari- This is where the Americans come in. Earlierthisyearthey were extremely frightened by the vari­ ous terrorist attacks, most of which seemed geared at making the Americans suffer. Furthermore they still fear some reprisals from the Libyan Col. Quaddafi and finally they don’t like the thought of radioactive air floating around in Europe. All of this adds up to a decision on the part of many Americans to look elsewhere for their holidays and to the delight of our tourist operators, the same Americans have decided that Canada is the country where terrorism is least likely to break out. Furthermore it is relatively cheap, thanks to the current exchange rate and finally there just happens to be Expo 86 to attract nights of deliberations. If decisions were made from the heart there is absolutely no question that Brus­ sels would have been the first choice. However, a business deci­ sion had to be made which has their attention. All this adds up to a banner year for our tourist indus­ try. Frankly we should do everything possible to make this invasion a permanent fixture. What other country has about 250 million potential tourists sitting practi­ cally on their doorstep, ones who speak the same language and are interested in many of the same things. However, Canada has afew things going for it that could be a big plus. Firstwe have lots of space and so even a few million tourists each year is not going to make the country overly crowded. Second in Quebec we have a little bit of the old world and, as far as the Americans are concerned, you don ’ t even have to cross the ocean to get there. For the most part there is no language problem. Canadians are a lot like Americans or so the latter think and, if those 250 million people get the impression that they are getting good value for their money, they will be back as would anybody else. If, therefore, we are really sincere about getting our rate of unemployment down to an accept­ able level, let’s do something about it. To this end I designate 1986 the year in which we are extra nice to all tourists. Make them feel at home. Make them think that there is no other country quite so attractive as Canada. You may think that Ronald Reagan is a jerk but be careful where and when you say it. If you work in or own a store, make sure that you are not cheating on the exchange rate. When I was in External Affairs, we had a saying that a diplomat was a person who could sell you a one-way tickettoHell and make youlookforward to the trip. Try being a superb diplomat this summer as far as tourists are concerned. It will most assuredly pay great dividends for Canada. WESTON RASPBERRY SWISSROLLS NESTLE QUIK - CHOCOLATE 8’s .99 MAXWELL HOUSE INSTANTCOFFEE 8 OZ.7.99 JOHNSON AND JOHNSON BABYPOWDER 400 G.2.89 COTTONELLE TOILETTISSUE 8 ROLL 2.99 MAPLE LEAF BARBECUE WIENERS 450 Gi. PKG.1.69 WESTON ENRICHED BREAD 675 G a > t " - WHITE OR 60% WHOLE WHEAT WESTON PLAIN ENGLISH MUFFIN resulted in our proposed re-loca­ tion in the Township of Arthur. This decision in no way reflects upon the outstanding efforts made by your M.P. Murray Cardiff, and the elected representatives of the Village of Brussels and of the Township of Morris and Grey, to lure Astra to your village. The final decision was prompted by the Township of Guelph’s decision to allow the production Junior Farmers can travel Britain, Australia, Alberta, In­ diana and Russia. No, these places are not the latest specials at your local travel agency, but they are some of the travel opportunities available to the Ontario Junior Farmers. The travelling exchange pro­ grammes provide unlimited oppor- tunities for Junior Farmers to travel to other provinces and countries, as well as to host over thirty delegates who visit the province annually. Every year, members are invited to apply and be interviewed for the exchanges. Our travelling ambas­ sadors are selected based on their participation in the community, Robert McIntyre, Reg. O.H.A.A. Hearing Aid Specialist will be holding a HEARING AID SERVICE CENTRE on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 AT74THESQUARE, GODERICH PHONE524-7661 FOR APPOINTMENT THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 AT MEDICAL ARTS BLDG. JOHNST., WINGHAM PHONE357-2111 FOR APPOINTMENT If your present hearing aid needs service or you are thinking ofpurchasing a hearing aid CALL TO DAY McIntyre hearing aid SERVICE 275 HURON ST., STRATFORD 750 G. 2.99 369 G. 4.99 ALL FLAVOUR K00LAID 6 G. PKG. 5/.99 NORTHLAND WAX FOR CANNING 454 G. 1.49 DARE BULKCOOKIES LB. 1.59 750 ML. BOTTLE COCACOLA PLUS DEPOSIT .69 NO NAME SPECIAL DINNER FOR DOGS 2 KG. 2.29 GLAD FREEZERBAGS 20 s 1.29 DORITOS 200 G. 1.29 MAPLE LEAF C00KEDHAM 175 G. PKG. 1.59 STORE SLICED C00KEDHAM LB. 2.29 NABOB TRADITION COFFEE but not the testing of our pyrotech­ nic products at the current site. The no-testing clause necessitated that we purchase a facility within a reasonable distance from the Guelph plant. (would like to publicly thank the above mentioned representatives, and the citizens of Brussels, for their full support at all times, especially at a time when we needed it most. Junior Farmers, 4-H and personal skills. The winners are announced at the provincial Annual Banquet held each March. In 1985, two new trips to Holland and West Germany were introduc­ ed. The length of an exchange may last from two weeks for an interprovincial trip, to eight months for the Australia/New Zealand exchange. When the delegates return from their exchange, they often relive their experiences by giving slide shows to local church groups, women’s institutes and Junior Farmer clubs. It seems so unfair to single out individuals in this remarkable team effort, but I do think Leona and Jim Armstrong deserve spe­ cial mention because in my opinion, these people typify the marvellous community spirit of Brussels. They, and the flying club, were even willing to close down their operations to allow Astra to relocate at the proposed site. With this type of spirit how can Brussels fail to attract industry? Once again, thank you all for your support and please accept our sincere best wishes for the future. 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