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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2006-01-18, Page 6Page 6 January 18, 2006 • The Huron Expositor SjVi NCEN FARM EQUIPMENT SEAFORTH 527-012Q EXETER 235-2121 www.teamvincent.com eae'4=tel Church Services You are invited to attend these area churches St. Thomas Anglican Church A Congregation of the Parish of The Holy Spirit Jervis Slifeaforth 527-1522 Rector: The ev'd Sue Malpus. M. Div Sunday, January 227d, 2006 Worship at 9:30 a.m. Rector's Coffee Hours Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. (note change of day) EVERYONE WELCOME Parish Council Sat. Jan 21" 11 a.m. St. James Roman Catholic Church Welcomes you 14 Victoria Street, Seaforth 527-0142 -Weekend Masses: Sat 5:15 pm Sun. 11:00 am Fr. Chris Gillespie Bethel Bible Church An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth 527-0982 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Youth Activities Wednesday 7:00 p.m. B&G Club Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Youth Drop In Centre Open Friday 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. EVERYONE WELCOME Egmondville United Church SUNDAY, JANUARY 22ND Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. EVERYONE WELCOME Steve Hildebrand Lay Pastoral - Minister in Training NORTHSIDE UNITED CHURCH 54 Goderich St. W. Rev. John Gould Worship 11:00 a.m. Sermon: Coming And Going Together Nursery During Worship Adult & Teen Bible Discussion 9:30 a.m. First Presbyterian Church Goderich St. W., Seaforth Rev. Henry Huberts Sunday, January 22^d. Worship 11:15 a.m. Sunday School & Nursery Provided ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH 81 Mill St. Dublin ST. VINCENT de PAUL 29 Nelson St. Mitchell Father Alan Dufralmont Office 345-2972 Mass Times St. Patricks St. Vincent de Paul Sunday 11:00 a.m. Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 9:00 a.m. Wheelchair Accessible - Everyone Welcome News Candidates address agricultural issues at Holmesville debate Hundreds of area residents packed into Holmesville hall Friday to hear six federal election candidates unveil their platforms at an all -candidates' debate, sponsored by the Huron County Federation of Agriculture. Incumbent Paul Steckle, who is seeking his fifth term as the Liberal candidate, asked for the riding's support based on his record. He noted he has consistently represented the riding's wishes, even on issues, like the gun registry, that required him to speak out against party line. Steckle suggested the Conservatives' pledge to spend $75 billion over the coming term should sound alarm bells. Ben Lobb, a Holmesville-based Wescast employee and businessman, is seeking the spot under the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) banner. Lobb pledged a Conservative -led govern- ment will bring tax relief to working families, crack down on crime, improve health care, assist with day care costs and "clean up gov- ernment." In addition, Lobb promised to personally work with the agricultural community, to make the riding more attractive to investors, protect the environment, ensure existing businesses and to remain "fully connected to the Conservative party in Ottawa." Lobb pointed to farm debt as the "Liberal legacy for agriculture." Lobb also promised the Conservatives will scrap the Canadian Agricultural Income Stabilization (CAIS) program and replace it with something that works. Green Party candidate Victoria Serda, a Port Elgin -area homemaker and former organic farmer, promised her party will listen and provide a positive voice for change. "I know I'm not alone in my concern for Canada's future," she said, noting the Green Party focuses on a commitment to a socially progressive, environmentally sustainable and financially prudent government. Grant Robertson, a Paisley -area farmer and part-time librarian, is seeking the spot for the New Democratic Party. He started his presentation by thanking the HCFA for raising the profile of the farm - income crisis. "We are on the verge of losing this genera- tion of farmers, never mind the next," he said, noting it is telling that most farmers subsist thanks to of farm jobs. Robertson said a vote for the CPC is ineffec- tive because the party does not support caps or risk management. He also criticized feder- al Agriculture Minister Andy Mitchell's "parachute visit" into the riding at the llth hour. Robertson said the NDP supports supply management and will invest an immediate $1 billion in emergency federal assistance for grain and oilseed producers. He pledged the party will work with provincial government, overhaul CAIS and eliminate the "one size fits all approach" to ag policy. Dennis Valenta, a Clinton -based truck dri- ver and only independent candidate, said his experience with divorce propelled him into the political arena. "I want to see divorce laws changed," he said. Valenta, who formed Fathers Are Caregivers Too (FACT) that seeks "equal rights" for both parents in a divorce situation, said 4,000 people signed his petition seeking a revamping of the current divorce act. As for agriculture, Valenta said talks with farmers have indicated they are not happy with their current representation. Dave Joslin, a Seaforth-area welder, hopes to represent Huron -Bruce as the Christian Heritage Party (CHP) candidate. Joslin said his party pledges a tax system that is fair to families. The CHP also plans to overhaul the justice system, develop alterna- tive energy sources, protect the rights of the unborn and to overhaul the pension plan. The CHP also seeks to scrap the gun reg- istry, ban euthanasia and allow provinces more leeway in the delivery of health-care services. When asked how candiates would ensure equity for Canadian farmers with the U.S., Steckle, while acknowledging CAIS is flawed, said risk management is a step in the right direction. He added eliminating market rev- enue was a mistake by the province. Lobb said Canada should fight unfair prac- tices, citing Brazil's successful battle with the U.S. on cotton and sugar subsidies. "I feel we should do the same for corn," he said. Serda said incorporating a. total cost accounting method, along with more realistic food prices, are the way to go. The NDP candidate said eliminating mar- ket revenue was a major problem created "when the Liberal government blackmailed a number of provinces." He said the immediate solution is short- term aid to producers, followed by strong leadership at the WTO and North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) tables. Meanwhile, the CHP candidate said while his party supports the Agricultural Policy Framework (APF), it does not support CAIS. He said a two to five cent tax on food, that is producer controlled, is one solution. "We need a better relationship with the U.S.," he added. Candidates were also asked how they would deal with supply management and exporting issues at the WTO. The Conservative candidate pledged sup- port for supply management. The Green Party also supported supply management and said consultation with farmers important. However, Serda said focusing on exports is a mistake. The NDP candidate sang the praises of sup- ply management as a "made -in -Canada suc- cess story." Robertson said Canada needs a strong voice at the WTO level and that more processing should be done on Canadian soil. The' Independent candidate said strong rep- resentation in Ottawa and more processing plants on the domestic fronts are plans he supports. "A unified front is the key," said CHP candi- date Joslin. By Cheryl Heath SEAFORTH INSURANCE • BROKER LTD./HIMG ..4 t""== IOWA 14 w • Home • Commercial *Auto • Farm • Out of Province Travel insurance 41 Main St. S. Seaforth 527-1610 - Ken Cardno, Joanne Williamson, Christa O'Neil and Barb Watt SjVi NCEN FARM EQUIPMENT SEAFORTH 527-012Q EXETER 235-2121 www.teamvincent.com eae'4=tel Church Services You are invited to attend these area churches St. Thomas Anglican Church A Congregation of the Parish of The Holy Spirit Jervis Slifeaforth 527-1522 Rector: The ev'd Sue Malpus. M. Div Sunday, January 227d, 2006 Worship at 9:30 a.m. Rector's Coffee Hours Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. (note change of day) EVERYONE WELCOME Parish Council Sat. Jan 21" 11 a.m. St. James Roman Catholic Church Welcomes you 14 Victoria Street, Seaforth 527-0142 -Weekend Masses: Sat 5:15 pm Sun. 11:00 am Fr. Chris Gillespie Bethel Bible Church An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth 527-0982 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Youth Activities Wednesday 7:00 p.m. B&G Club Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Youth Drop In Centre Open Friday 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. EVERYONE WELCOME Egmondville United Church SUNDAY, JANUARY 22ND Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. EVERYONE WELCOME Steve Hildebrand Lay Pastoral - Minister in Training NORTHSIDE UNITED CHURCH 54 Goderich St. W. Rev. John Gould Worship 11:00 a.m. Sermon: Coming And Going Together Nursery During Worship Adult & Teen Bible Discussion 9:30 a.m. First Presbyterian Church Goderich St. W., Seaforth Rev. Henry Huberts Sunday, January 22^d. Worship 11:15 a.m. Sunday School & Nursery Provided ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH 81 Mill St. Dublin ST. VINCENT de PAUL 29 Nelson St. Mitchell Father Alan Dufralmont Office 345-2972 Mass Times St. Patricks St. Vincent de Paul Sunday 11:00 a.m. Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 9:00 a.m. Wheelchair Accessible - Everyone Welcome News Candidates address agricultural issues at Holmesville debate Hundreds of area residents packed into Holmesville hall Friday to hear six federal election candidates unveil their platforms at an all -candidates' debate, sponsored by the Huron County Federation of Agriculture. Incumbent Paul Steckle, who is seeking his fifth term as the Liberal candidate, asked for the riding's support based on his record. He noted he has consistently represented the riding's wishes, even on issues, like the gun registry, that required him to speak out against party line. Steckle suggested the Conservatives' pledge to spend $75 billion over the coming term should sound alarm bells. Ben Lobb, a Holmesville-based Wescast employee and businessman, is seeking the spot under the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) banner. Lobb pledged a Conservative -led govern- ment will bring tax relief to working families, crack down on crime, improve health care, assist with day care costs and "clean up gov- ernment." In addition, Lobb promised to personally work with the agricultural community, to make the riding more attractive to investors, protect the environment, ensure existing businesses and to remain "fully connected to the Conservative party in Ottawa." Lobb pointed to farm debt as the "Liberal legacy for agriculture." Lobb also promised the Conservatives will scrap the Canadian Agricultural Income Stabilization (CAIS) program and replace it with something that works. Green Party candidate Victoria Serda, a Port Elgin -area homemaker and former organic farmer, promised her party will listen and provide a positive voice for change. "I know I'm not alone in my concern for Canada's future," she said, noting the Green Party focuses on a commitment to a socially progressive, environmentally sustainable and financially prudent government. Grant Robertson, a Paisley -area farmer and part-time librarian, is seeking the spot for the New Democratic Party. He started his presentation by thanking the HCFA for raising the profile of the farm - income crisis. "We are on the verge of losing this genera- tion of farmers, never mind the next," he said, noting it is telling that most farmers subsist thanks to of farm jobs. Robertson said a vote for the CPC is ineffec- tive because the party does not support caps or risk management. He also criticized feder- al Agriculture Minister Andy Mitchell's "parachute visit" into the riding at the llth hour. Robertson said the NDP supports supply management and will invest an immediate $1 billion in emergency federal assistance for grain and oilseed producers. He pledged the party will work with provincial government, overhaul CAIS and eliminate the "one size fits all approach" to ag policy. Dennis Valenta, a Clinton -based truck dri- ver and only independent candidate, said his experience with divorce propelled him into the political arena. "I want to see divorce laws changed," he said. Valenta, who formed Fathers Are Caregivers Too (FACT) that seeks "equal rights" for both parents in a divorce situation, said 4,000 people signed his petition seeking a revamping of the current divorce act. As for agriculture, Valenta said talks with farmers have indicated they are not happy with their current representation. Dave Joslin, a Seaforth-area welder, hopes to represent Huron -Bruce as the Christian Heritage Party (CHP) candidate. Joslin said his party pledges a tax system that is fair to families. The CHP also plans to overhaul the justice system, develop alterna- tive energy sources, protect the rights of the unborn and to overhaul the pension plan. The CHP also seeks to scrap the gun reg- istry, ban euthanasia and allow provinces more leeway in the delivery of health-care services. When asked how candiates would ensure equity for Canadian farmers with the U.S., Steckle, while acknowledging CAIS is flawed, said risk management is a step in the right direction. He added eliminating market rev- enue was a mistake by the province. Lobb said Canada should fight unfair prac- tices, citing Brazil's successful battle with the U.S. on cotton and sugar subsidies. "I feel we should do the same for corn," he said. Serda said incorporating a. total cost accounting method, along with more realistic food prices, are the way to go. The NDP candidate said eliminating mar- ket revenue was a major problem created "when the Liberal government blackmailed a number of provinces." He said the immediate solution is short- term aid to producers, followed by strong leadership at the WTO and North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) tables. Meanwhile, the CHP candidate said while his party supports the Agricultural Policy Framework (APF), it does not support CAIS. He said a two to five cent tax on food, that is producer controlled, is one solution. "We need a better relationship with the U.S.," he added. Candidates were also asked how they would deal with supply management and exporting issues at the WTO. The Conservative candidate pledged sup- port for supply management. The Green Party also supported supply management and said consultation with farmers important. However, Serda said focusing on exports is a mistake. The NDP candidate sang the praises of sup- ply management as a "made -in -Canada suc- cess story." Robertson said Canada needs a strong voice at the WTO level and that more processing should be done on Canadian soil. The' Independent candidate said strong rep- resentation in Ottawa and more processing plants on the domestic fronts are plans he supports. "A unified front is the key," said CHP candi- date Joslin. By Cheryl Heath