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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1978-05-03, Page 13Jj1 1", 491 I H 0: A A , 4.* to eight percent." "The government's lack of initiative is hurting more than just the farm community," said Mr. Hannam. "We are importing 'over $340 million in food that could be produced here, "Those imports translate into 6,000 farmers forced out of business and 7,000 johs lostiin the food process ing sector alone. When you consider the farm supply sector ,as 'well as the multiplier effect, we have probably lost well over 50,000 jobs." The OFA's Brief contained a number of recommendations to stimulate the farm sector. I: A major promotional and marketing campaign to " sell Ontario produce. 2. Government assistance to improve the efficiency of the food processing industry. 3. More government funds to help improve farming efficiency and competitiveness. 4 A review of the laws and regulations which are smothering agriculture with red tape. Mr. Hannam concluded that farmers are 'faced with a tragic paradox. Farm incomes have fallen because of a lack of markets, yet hundreds of million of people are facing near starva- tion in some parts of the world. "Obviously, Ontario cannot solve the world's food problems. It's a disgrace, however, that we cannot feed even, ourselves. Our minimum objective should be to maintain our production capacity at a level of self-sufficiency." • 1!:;11%.• • 4.`: A, THE BRUSSELS POST MAY 3 1978 13 riculture potential forgotten: FA 4 • • • The Governmcnt of Ontario has missed a unique opportunity to stimulate, the "economy, Peter Hannam, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture, (OFA) has told ,the Ontario CAhinet• In its annual. Brief to 'Cabinet, the OFA stated the government seemed .to be dazzled by the glamour of industry and had forgotten the potential of agricul- ture. Of particular concern to Ontario's farmers is the growing dependence on imported foods. The province was nearly self- sufficient in 1961 but is ra, 'pidly losing the capacity to feed its citizens. The 36-page Brief 'showed that unless present trends Were reversed, Ontario would be producing only 74% of the wheat, 57% of the beef, 75% of the pork and 46% of the fruits and potatoes needed by 1985. Mr. Hannam said, the growing dependence on imported foods was the result of the govern- ment's failure to realize the potential of agriculture for stimulating the economy. "This government maintains it is committee to• a healthy agri- culture but its support is only half-hearted. "Perhaps the best indication of its lack of strong committmerit is the budget of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food. Most ministries received a healthy increase this year. When inflation is taken into, acount, OMAF's budget will becut by six La Leche League plans film Huron County's La Leche League met at the home of Mary Beuerman in Seaforth on April 12. Discussion centred on preparing your home, your family and yourself before the arrival of the newborn. Breastfebding, it was pointed out is an easy and natural way of learning to mother• a baby. Besides providing complete food and protection from infection and allergy, breastfeeding measn the ,comforts and delights of a special closeness for the mother and the child. • La Leche League in Huron County will be one year old next month and to •honour the occasion a special film night has been arranged for Saturday, May 6, at 8:30 p.m. This coupleS meeting will be held in Clinton at 160 Huron Street: Anyone interested in knowing more about L.L.L. and good mothering through breast: feeding are invited to this special meeting which fathers are welcome to attend. As with all league functions, nursing babies are always welcome:, Two films wilLbe showit. One, examitieS'the iinportance of -early mother-child-relationships and is a time-life /colour "pro 'Auction." ' The other colour film is narrated by liatalie Wood and also features Susan St. James and the president of L.L.L. international, The next regular meeting will be held the second Wednesday of May in Seaforth at 84 Market Street at 8 p.m. The 'general discussion will deal primarily with the importance of good family nutrition and take a look at the various' aspects of weaning: The group discussion leader will be. Mrs. Peter Bisback from Hens4 Every week more and more people discover what mighty jobs are accomplished by low cost Post Want Ads. Dial Brussels 887-6641. • , of the immigration of a wide range of governments will share many respensi- so close relatives. With the new family bilities.To this end, formal agreements Immigration is one of the most class, Canadian citizens can now sponsor on immigration planning and manage- ' important influences in Canadian life. parents of any age. ment will be made with the Provinces. It always has been. - ‘ Canada has always protected . Each year, after federal-provincial Immigration affects us culturally, refugees within her borders according discussions, a target figure for im- socially and economically. Domestically to a Convention of the United Nations. migration volume will be announced. and internationally. This protection is now given the force of The number will depend upon national, , lb ensure that immigration continues Canadian law. In addition, a new regional, economic and social goals. to work for the g6od of Canada, our refugee class defines the when, how Immigrants will be encouraged to settle immigration law has undergone some and who of accepting refugees for in places where their particular'skills significant changes. And whether resettlement in Canada. are really needed. They will be discour- you're a fifth generation citizen or just a Civil rights of those involved in ' aged from settling in places where visitor, you ought to know what's new. immigration proceedings receive greater employment is a problem. protection under the new law. And Generally speaking, illegal immi- deportation will no longer be the only grants will find the law tougher than * . possible penalty.There are now less ever. As will those people who exploit For the last four years, individuals . drastic alternatives for minor infractions illegal immigrants. and organizations have made suggestions of immigration law. Immigration will The new law, of course, will continue for change to Canada's immigration not be easier, but it will be more predict- • our tradition of strongprotection against law and policy. . able. Immigrants and visitors should international criminals and terrorists. Many of the responses received have always talk to their Canadian Govern- In these ways and more, our new become part of the new immigration ment visa office before they make immigration law can only make Canada law, designed to serve everyone's best a move.That way, they'll know exactly stronger. And a better place to live. interests for years to come. where they stand when they step off ' 1 For the first time, the basic purposes the plane. Canadians. The new immigration law is a blueprint for the future. A flexible blueprint that allows for unexpected change. Its influence the fabric of Canadian society will be subtle and Bud Cullen, Minister Bud Cullen, Ministre From now on, immigrants and those visitors who come to work or study must make all immigration arrangements before they airive in Canada. No one may change his or her status while inside Canada.. Canada has'always allowed sponsorship • and principles of our immigration * law are clearly stated in the law itself. All How it affects The future of immigration in Canada other provisions of the law, and the way they are carried out by immigration officers, now flow from these purposes and principles: Non-discrimination:Reunion of families. Humanitarian concern for refugees.And the promotion of Canada's economic, social and cultural goals. Just words you say? Well read on, - because the rest of the new law has been carefully written to make it possible for Canada to live up to its word. cannot be controlled by an ironclad set of rules. Canada's new immigration law combines humanity, justice, international responsibility and adapt- ability in a way that no other country's immigration law ever has. We're proud of it. And we invite you ong -range. to learn more by asking for detailed Under the pamphlets at your nearby Canada new law, • Immigration Centre. ,> the federal tior Employment and Emploi et Immigration Canada Immigration Canada * and provincial 'Me future.