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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1995-12-20, Page 8S-THI HURON SX $T00. D.sem sr SO, 1SH • Number of self-employed growing in town was S15,800 two years ago and went up 17.9 per cent, com- pared to an 8.5 per cern increase provincially to $17,800. • The median einployment income for males in the Seaforth ,postal axle area was $21,600 and increased 7.5 per cent since 1990, compared to Ontario's median male income of $28,200 which went up 0.7 per cent. Self-employment is ap- parently growing far faster in the Seaforth arca than it is elsewhere in the province. According to a Statistics Canada profile for the NOK IWO postal code arca, self- employment as a percentage Of employment rose 9.1 per cern around herc from 1990 to 1993, compared to a stagnant provincial percentage increase of zero for the saint time period. Self-employment income increased 19.9 per cent for the Seaforth postal code since 1990, whereas it went up a more modest 7.1 per cent on average across the province. Other interesting tidbits in the Stats Can profile, as forwarded to council by Administrator Jim Crocker at last Tuesday night's regular meeting, include: • The median employment income for both genders in the Seaforth area increased 12.8 from 1990 to 1993, compared to a provincial increase of 4.2 per cent. • The median employment income for females around here New town insurance approved Seaforth Council approved a born involving hockey and new insurance premium of arenas. He said a well - $36,318, plus taxes, at Tuesday publicized $8.5 -million liability night's regular meeting. settlement in LaSalle, stem - Randy Fisher, vice-president ming from a hockey accident of the carrier, Frank Cowan that left a player quadriplegic, i Co. Ltd., said the 1996-97 seems to been a bellwether. School winds down for Christmas premium worked out to about a Fisher commented in passing five per cent increase over last on the difference in quoted year's premium of $34,400. insurance premiums from his In general discussion, Fisher company and another for the cautioned council about two Seaforth and District - Com - very recent liability claims munity Centres. Cowan's quote involving municipalities - one is the higher. in northern Ontario for $8- "We feel we have priced it million and another in the correctly and stand behind it," Niagara region for $13 -million, the vice-president said. • Per capita income in the province was $19,351 in 1993, an increase of 0.5 per cent over the figures three years previous. Per capita income for the Seaforth arca was $15,744 • The median total income of husband -wife families in Seaforth . and immediate area was $44,700 in 1993,, up 5.4 per cent from 1990, compared to a 0.6 per cent increase to a $51,600 median for all of Ontario. • The gross labour force for females in this arca was stag- nant between 1990 and 1993, when it stood at 940. • The gross_ labour force for males in the NOK 1 WO postal code went down 4.2 per cen' for the same time frame, tc 1,130 from 1,180. • The taxfilcr unemployment insurance rate decreased by five per cent in the Seaforth arca from 1990 to 1993, two years ago, an increase of whereas at the same time it 6.9 per cent from five years increased 12.5 per cent provin- ago. cially. Free public skating at arena no Storyhour on December 29 and Friday, January 5 but will resume on January 12 at the regular time. The Seaforth Recreation Department will be hosting Winter Leisure Activities beginning in January. Pro- grams being offered are: Fur- niture Refinishing, Sign Lan- guage, Fitness is Fun, Step Training, Volleyball and Bas- ketball. Please look for our Ad in today's paper for more details or call the Recreation Office at 527-0882. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May you have a safe and enjoyable Holiday Season. 'Recreation Preview by Marty Bedard Senior Shuffleboard con- tinues every Wednesday after- noon from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. All Seniors are welcome to enjoy an afternoon of fun and fellow- ship. Last week's winners: Ladies: A. Wood 261 A. McLean 249 E. Southgate 214 The Seaforth Senior Games Committee would like to thank everyone that braved the bad weather last Thursday after- noon and participating in the monthly euchre fundraiser. Winners were High Lady - Velma Preszcator, High Man - Ken Preszcator, Most Lone Hands Lady - Betty Harburn, Most Lone Hands Man - Russell Smith,. tow Lady - Betty Leonhardt and Low Man - Watson Reid. Don't forget next months euchre which will be. held on Jan. 11, 1996. See you then. Don't miss out on the Free Public Skating at the Seaforth Arena every Saturday afternoon from 2:30 to 4:00 pm. Thanks to the sponsors who make it possible. December 23 Seaforth and District Commun- ity Centres. Christmas Break Skating - December 27, 29, 30, January 2, 4, and 5. All times are from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Seaforth Minor Sports Coun- cil's Bingo will not be held over the Christmas Holidays which will be Monday, Decem- ber 25 and Monday, January 1. The next regular 13ingo will be January 8, 1996. The Seaforth Library would like to announce there will be WINTER COMPUTER COURSES ....101111a • Introduction to PageMaker starting Jan. 10/96 6:30 - 9:30 • Only 5 seats Isitlll - • Computer Literacy (Windows) starting Jan. 22 7. 10 p.m. and starting Jan. 24 9 a.m. - 12 noon • Simply Accounting for Windows starting Jan. 25/96 7 . 10 p.m. • One on One training available for all courses) Watch for our list of day courses, For mon automation orb whim please cat BERNARD COMPUTER TRAINING CENTRE 523-9441 Fax 523-9260 Pat Bernard BY TREVOR ZAPLE Greetings from Seaforth Public School! With less than a week until Christmas, school . is slowly winding down. Last week's concert, held on Thursday, was a big success. There should be a production in the spring (like 'Alice in Wonderland' two years ago or 'Oliver' four years ago) but none of the. students know what it is or even if we are having one still. The decision is in Mr. Rideout' hands. Rumours have spread indicating 'Beauty and the Beast', 'Peter Pan', or even 'The Lion King', possibly. On the yard things have been fairly quiet. We have a new rule policy, developed by Jason MacDonald and Amy Shortreed, from Mr. McKay's Grade 8 class, that deals with rule infractions on the yard. First offence is punishable by two recesses by yourself, on your own space on the wall. Second offense is writing an essay on safety on the yard during lunchtime in Room 7. In the spirit of peace and joy we wish each and every one of you a season filled with friendship, love and contentment. Many thanks for your kind patronage. DeJong Auto Service Jim, Brenda, Mark, Darrell & Sharon RR 1 Brucefield 233-5071 DECK HE H Third offense is one day in isolation from the rest of the school. Fourth offense is a phone call home, and possible suspension. So far there- have been numerous firsts, some seconds, scattered thirds and one or two fourths. First offense, in my opinion, deters nothing, as the kids just throw snowballs at each other on the wall. Perhaps a space by themselves in the school, say, one in the library, one in a classroom, etc., or a space by themselves in the library (it's big " enough). We will be initiating the Peacemakers Programme on the school yard in January. Last day of school is on Friday and Grades 5 and 6 skate at the arena from 9:30 to 10:30 that day, and Grades 7 and 8 from 10:30 to 11:30. In the afternoon, Grades 6-8 will be watching 'Curse of the Viking Grave', a follow- up to 'Lost in the Barrens'. School resumes Jan. 8. To all readers, have a merry Christmas and a happy New Year! From Our Home To Yours May the holiday season find you among friends and loved ones. Have a happy holiday, and thanks for your patronage during 1995. Looking forward to painting with you in '96 Chris & Gary Josling WOOD �� Main St. Seaforth Have Yourself a Merry Merry Christmas Thanks to all our customers and friends for your wonderful loyalty and support. ' May you and your family enjoy the holidays. SEAFORTH SEWING CENTRE Main St. Seaforth 527-1900 4 , • • • J.t I ARNOLD STINNISEN GOD BLESS'ik EVERYONE! We're forever grateful for your support. AND TONY ARTS CI Sun Life Anef a#ed Vert Waited, ‘ept tie ?feu Congratulations to Jim Dalrymple, his co-workers an his team of Santa's workshop elves for their wonderful entry in the Santa Claus Parade. Winner "Best Overall", Thanks to Harry Swinkels for the loan of the tractor, driver and wagon: to the Seaforth Co-op for the loan of the elves' coveralls and to Al Regier for the generator. CHARLES SMITH, PRESIDENT BOILERSairl. 'CANADA'S IBOItERI►MAKERI Hang up the holly... String up those lights... Wrap up the presents... That are sure to delight... Share the warm fine... With someone you love, And give than for these blessings To the good Lord above! Merry Christmas from all of us. SEAFORTH PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION Chairman - Jo* atotMNr Mayor • Irwin Johnston Conwnlssion.r , Jim sins Manager • Tom Phillips Back Row Mike Dillon, Marie Johnston, Joanne Heimpel, Kathy Binnendyk, Joanne Knights, Grant McKellar, Karen MacDonald. Front Row: Deb Dillon, Susan Wheatley and Lynne Robinson. Absent: Bob McKellar, Tracy Nash, Leona Nigh, Karen Nigh, Kathy McNichol, lbnia McClure, Grace Campbell, Bobbi Miller, Lynne Penner. We're extending our best wishes to you and yours for a holiday filled with love and laughter.