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The Citizen, 2004-08-12, Page 7Beyond Limitations Shelley Smith My Alaskan Cruise ves DOUG GOUGH, R.I.B. (ONT.) CAIB, Manager IVES INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. - BLYTH OFFICE 184 Dinsley St. W. Box 428 Blyth, ON NOM 1H0 Tel: (519) 523-9655 Fax: (519) 523-9793 All Classes of Insurance WWW.IVESINSURANCE.COM Road Watch Huron is a community initiative empowering people to save lives. If you observe an act of impaired or aggressive driving on the roads of Huron County ROAD WATCH' please fill in a citizen report form. Forms are available at the following locations: Auburn Brussels Sticker's Family Restaurant & Gas Bar Belgrave Belgrave Variety Bluevale Diesel Car Diner & Gas Bar J.R.'s Gas Bar & Take Out Fordwich Bare Necessities Wroxeter Sam's of Wroxeter General Store Blyth Scrimgeour's Food Market For more information call Huron County Health Unit 482-3416 or if long distarce 1-877-837-6143 Howick Community Centre ONICeg S VICTIM SERVICES OF gict01 . t..., HURON COUNTY ..--) \,—.., Is Seeking __ VOLUNTEERS Victim Services is a non-profit, volunteer based organization that is dedicated to providing short term emotional support, practical assistance and community referral to victims of crime, trauma and tragic circumstance in partnership with community emergency services. People assisted may be victims of any crime including domestic violence, sexual assault, robbery and theft or family member of homicide, suicide, accident victims and fire. Requirements: • Police/Children's Aid Society clearance • Minimum 40 hours mandatory training session (over a period of two months) • Must be 18 years of age+ • Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle • Ability to handle crisis situations Commitments: • 40 hour training program • Ongoing monthly meetings • Minimum one-year of commitment • Crisis volunteers must commit to a minimum of two; 12 hour, on-call shifts per month If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to support citizens of your community in their time of crisis, this may be the venue for you. Please feel free to contact us for more information and an application form. Application forms may be found on our website at www.victimserviceshuron.ca. Shelley Dorey Coordinator of Volunteer Services Box 500 Goderich, ON N7A 4C7 Tel: 1-519-524-4108 Email: vshcvolunteer ci,bellnet.ca Applications for September training will be received until August 31, 2004. A preview Blyth Fire Department captain David Sparling, right, co-ordinator for the Emergency Services Training Centre shows Ontario fire marshal Bernard Moyle through the confined space rescue unit prior to the opening ceremony for the Centre on July 30. Also pictured is Blyth's deputy- chief Bill Burkholder, right. (Dianne Josling photo) THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 12, 2004. PAGE 7. Council supports resolution on two hatter issue By Pauline Kerr Wingham Advance-Times North Huron council at its Aug. 3 meeting passed a motion to support a resolution from the townships of Essa, and Galway-Cavendish and Harvey, on the "two hatter" issue. These municipalities want to I enjoyed my cruise up through the Inner Passage immensely. The scenery of Alaska is very rustic, and the air was so fresh and pure. My family and I disembarked from Vancouver aboard The Carnival Spirit — the ship was excellent, above all my expectations. I had never vacationed on a cruise ship before, so I didn't know what was in store for me. I was prepared to have limited access on the ship, but instead. I could wheel around freely. Another concern I had was cabin space and accessibility, but that quickly faded with a glance around the cabin. The wheelchair-accessible cabins were very spacious and had excellent washroom facilities. Having to use a poorly-designed washroom can make a holiday upsetting. The cabin designer must have realized this too, because the roll-in shower, heightened toilet, sink and countertop all worked well and made my stay on the ship run smoothly. The food was spectacular. Like most others who have been on a cruise, I can only rave about the great taste and abundance of food. The pizza chef became acquainted with my husband even before we set sail. I really appreciated the kindness of our waiters in the main dining room. These men were world-class, and they would chop up my meat without me having to ask — that protect fire fighters who are employed with one department and volunteer their services with another, known as "double hatters". According to their resolutions, considerable pressure is being applied by the unions to get double hatters to resign their emergency volunteer positions (as fire fighters, meant very much to me because it is frustrating that I have to rely on my dining partner(s) to chop up meat. All of the meals were pleasant and hassle-free. I enjoyed checking out our ports of call, as they gave me a personal view of life in Alaska. I especially liked our visit to the historic town of Skagway. This town is located on the Klondike Trail and was established by "Rushers" in the 1890s during the quest for gold. We went on a train that followed the trail, and took in the breathtaking views of the wilderness. The train was very simple to get on and off, and I didn't have any wheelchair transfers. Whenever I plan to travel and do activities, I usually do major research: however, this time I didn't bother because I have noticed that wheelchair accessibility is a higher priority in the United States. Canada rates poorly in wheelchair accessibility compared to the United States, My Alaskan cruise is now a memory I shall never forget. I recommend the trip to anyone, and sailing through the calm, inside passage is peaceful, as well as beautiful. My husband and I are hoping to travel by cruise ship again someday. because everything you need is right onboard. It is the best way to travel! paramedics or auxiliary police officers). This is seen by the townships as a violation of the individual's rights, and unfair to the municipality. Many professional firefighters got their training with their local volunteer departments, and should be able to continue applying their skills and training to help protect their home communities. NH- council accepts proposal for Belgrave water By Pauline Kerr Wingham Advance-Times The Belgrave water project engineering report was discussed briefly during the Aug. 3 meeting of North Huron council. "I think the option chosen is the right one," said deputy-reeve Murray Scott. "It's unfortunate it costs so much but in the long run, it's the one that has to be made." The option would see the three existing water distribution systems in Belgrave joined together. The two wells not affected by groundwater would be used, and a new reservoir would be built. The project would require agreements between North Huron and Morris-Turnberry, because the proposed water system would serve residents of both municipalities. Scott suggested this might be the right time to look at an ultra-violet disinfection system. Council voted in favour of adopting the recommendations in the report by R. J. Burnside and Associates Ltd. The next step is preparing an. agreement with Morris-Turnberry. The fear is loss of two hatters would have a negative impact on the safety of communities. Reeve Doug Layton made reference to the recent visit by Ontario, Fire Marshal Bernard Moyle, who participated in the official opening of the Emergency Services Training Centre in Blyth. "The fire marshal supports two hatters," Layton said. The two hatter issue was quite Controversial a couple of years ago, and has re-emerged in recent months. The resolutions are being sent to the Ontario premier in an effort to get legislation passed similar to that in other provinces and the United States, to protect emergency volunteer workers.