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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1996-08-28, Page 3Goodale says Canada still 'a work in progress' CONTINUED from Page 2 Goodale cited some facts. He said eight per cent of Canada's gross domestic product comes from agricul- ture, and 1.8 million Canadians depend on the sec- tor for jobs, accounting for 15 per cent -of employment in this country. Agriculture brings in $17.5 billion in export sales, has a positive trade surplus of $5 billion and the industry in Canada is on the leading edge of technolo- o 8Y "This is a very positive story," he said. In the 1993 election cam- paign, the Liberals committed to the development of an income safety net system for the new generation of farm- ers. Since then, he said, nego- tiations have taken place between the 10 provinces and two territories. They conclud- ed recently and Goodale said this summer eight out of the 10 provinces, including Ontario, will sign. Another issue Goodale said the government has been working on is that of rural development, specifically the encouragement of economic development in rural Canada and helping its communities "cope with unprecedented change" in such things as sci- ence and technology and the "inauguration" of internation- al trade agreements. HPRCSSB Parents ira BY MICHELE GREENE Advocate Staff Two parents swore at trustees and stormed out of Monday night's meeting of the Huron -Perth Roman Catholic Separate School Board upset about the board's decision to increase the in - town walking distance for children. In order to cut busing costs, trustees voted to increase the distance travelled from half a mile to three-quarters of a mile. Children living outside this radius will be bused to , school as usual, and the poli- cy only applies to towns with a separate school. Mitchell and area students will contin- ue to be ')used to St. Columban or St. Patrick's in Dublin. Eugene and Barb Nolan, of Seaforth, left telling the board it would be hearing from them later and threatened to sue if any child was killed. "You are putting dollar signs before the safety of our children," they said. The reduction in busing is expected to save $159,289. Parents were notified of the change in late June and since that time, the board has received 23 complaints from parents in Seaforth, St. Marys, Zurich, Wingham and Stratford. There were also complaints from four trustees who would not approve a motion that would not consider exemp- tions from the policy, espe- cially in Seaforth. The change in walking dis- tance will require children to walk through an industrial area in Seaforth, cross three railway tracks and a busy highway to get to school. oa0000000000000❑ El Huron County's Complete p ri VEHICLEEl13 117 p a Cl RENTAL o Headquarters to 0 0 Small & Mid-sized Cars p 0 0 Passenger & Cargo p 0 Vans, Pickup Trucks p 01 0 Daily, Weekly, Monthlyp 0 0 Insurance Rentals & Q 0 More El 0 1 Free Delivery 13 CI a a a a 13 to to 11 te CAR & TRUCK RENTALS p Ll Division of Suncoast Ford p 500 Huron Rd., Goderlch E 0 CALL COLLECT Ask for Helen 1) 524-8347 nesmeeeeeeeeeeeo The federal agriculture min- ister said to help rural com- munities adapt, adjust and take charge of change, the government has developed the Canada Adaptation and Rural Fund. $28 million will be given to an agriculture adaptation council made up of farm Organization leaders, "those who are close to the people whose lives will be affected." N TION BUILDING I or i,iore than 129 years, Goodale said,Canada has had a "very unique experience in nation building. We have pro- duced a remarkable, indepen- dent Canada that all of us love." "We are thc second biggest country in the world with a formidable geography, very perverse climate, and a small but very complicated popula- tion of English, French, natives and wave after wave of enriching immigration," he said. "We have the diversity of the whole world mixed together in a mosaic spread out over 5,000 miles. 1 couldn't think of a more challenging set of circumstances to forge a country," he said. "Canada is a work in progress and we are absolute- ly determined to keep build- ing such a great country and we will always do this as Canadians together." te at policy Director of Education Dr. James Brown said the OPP and the railway company were consulted and said the arca is safe. The Goderich- Exeter Railway Co. said the three tracks are marked with double lights. "We don't feel we have the expertise to say that [it's safe] so we turn to the people who have the expertise. If we turn down the experts' advice, do we become the experts?," asked Trustee Louise Martin. "These children are our responsibility," added Trustee Gerry Ryan, of Scaforth. Trustee Michael Ryan wanted to know how much it would cost to transport those handful of students. However, the board's administration didn't have that calculation. Superintendent of Finance Gerry Thuss said the bus car- rying 69 students to St. Columban and Dublin costs about $34,000 per year. "The bottom line is we are asking three, four and five- year -olds to walk through an industrial arca, cross,railway tracks. and cross thc road," said Trustee Dennis O'Reilly, of Mitchell. "I intend to vote against the recommendation. I wouldn't want my kids walk- ing through that and they are older than that. This arca should be exempted." Trustee Adolph() Spatela said the board has to save money, wondering if there is another alternative. He• sug- gested the recommendations made by St. Marys parents could be considered by other communities. In St. Marys, the local school council will organize a before and after school pro- gram where children can wait CONTINUED on Page 12. terry) TON RIM hr / nv-r, Cr,r. u, ' L -1f Ow r uad v(' /lope Stufday 1996 4h e• J0 527-0882 Pledge Sheets available around Town Photo by Amy Neilarxls FEDERAL AGRICULTURE MINISTER - Ralph Goodale was guest of honour at Huron -Bruce MP Paul Steckle's annual barbecue in Vama last Wednesday night. Ministry timing concerns DHC The Huron Perth District Health Council plans to express its concerns to Ontario's Minister of Health about the government's sus- pension of five grant pro- grams late last month, that had been approved by the DHC eight months previous. The district health council expressed "disappointment in the timing" when it met last Thursday, and stressed "the importance of maintaining a balance between promotion, prevention and treatment in order to maximize health." The health ministry has informed the Huron Perth DHC its funding will be cut five per cent this fiscal year, like all othcr health councils in the province. A press release from the area DHC states it is "very aware" of the family doctor situation in Mitchell but 'until a district -wide health care system plan is complete (it) can not comment on the ...situation." Council endorses Shewfelt initiative On Aug. 13 Scaforth Council endorsed "in princi- ple" the recent municipal restructuring initiative of Goderich Mayor Deb Shewfclt. The concept originates from the Kingston-Frontenac area, and the Goderich mayor says it will re -invent municipal government" there and, in her opinion, if the formula were applied here would "resolve thc so called "urban -rural split" that is definitely show- ing up in Huron's restructur- ing talks." Scaforth Coun. Brian Ferguson said the model was "up in the air" but did not truthfully emerge from Shewfelt or thin air, because the provincial government is "holding a gun" to munici ; palitics' heads. Shewfelt suggests all heads of council and the warden, clerks and administrators in Huron County convene a meeting at the county build- ing to discuss, among other concerns, if the Kingston- Frontenac model could be adapted in whole or part here to meet "the needs of the tax- payers of the municipalities". The Kingston -area restruc- turing begins at the start of next year. The resulting new urban municipality has a 17 - member council made up of 12 district councillors, four members and a mayor elected at large. Shewfelt maintains a Goderich get-together on the model "would not interfere with restructuring talks that have been ongoing with cer- tain municipalities and would only serve to open communi- cation" across all Huron. Expositer Exposed! The Ex -Files: Spotted Mistakes: ( Aug. 21 edition) 1) It is Edna Bell not "Emma" Bell. Ina McGrath. ONLY ONE DAVE!!! (For the first time, and The Expositor saves two loons.) (Aug. 14 edition) 1) Page I: "intriguing dif- ferences use within the two counties" doesn't make sense. Jean Bernard. 2) Page 5: "Do You Remember", "hugh" drifts should be huge drifts. Judy Lamont. 3) Page 3:" This is "at" start, should be a start. Ethel Walker. Till HURON II[XPO$ITON, August 2e, 111211-3 EGMONDVILLE UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL starting SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th 10:00 a.m. for children 7 to 13 years old 11:00 a.m. for children 3 to 6 years old All Welcome! POWER SKATING Once again the. Seaforth Recreation Department will be offering Power Skating for Children ages 6 and up. September 16 - 26, 1996 Monday to Thursday each week 8 Lessons for $45.00 Each Lesson is 1 hour long Register for Power Skating on September 4 & 5 at the Arena From 7:00 to 9:00 pm each night Late Registrations can be done at the Recreation Office or by calling 527-0882 Hockey Skills Development Camp The Seaforth Recreation Department will be hosting a Hockey Skills Development Camp beginning on • SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 This camp will run Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for 2 weeks giving the participants 13 hours of ice time. Registration fee will be $60.00 and the camp will be open to all children ages 8 to 13 years. Your instructor will be Brian O'Reilly. This camp will give the participant an early chance to tone up their skills before the skating season swings into full action. To register please call the Recreation Office at 527-0882, or sign up during Registration nights at the Arena on September 4 and 5, 1996 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. JUST RELAXING In order that The Huron Expositor Staff may enjoy the Tong weekend The Huron Expositor will be CLOSED MON. SEPT. 2 Please Note: DEADLINE FRIDAY AUGUST 30 Display Deadline - 4:00 pm Classified Deadline - 1:00 pm Please enjoy a safe holiday weekend. WHERE DID YOU GO? If your address or phone number has changed, make sure you let us know for the 1996-97 Phone Book. r 1. OLD 1996/97 Phone Book Changes Name: Address: Phone: NEW Name: Address: Phone: Please drop off at the Huron Expositor, 527-0240.