The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1985-11-27, Page 24INSULA1 UQN ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION ACT Auto incur, _ ce covers spills Waste and chemical haulers, in fact Bradley said. "Standard vehicle insurance anyone who drives, will need no extra in- policies already include accidental pollution surance to cover the cost of containing and risk." cleaning up any sort of environmentally While the haulers r• emain unaffected by dangerous spill when Part IX of the En- the new insurance pool, Part IX now re- vironmental Protection Act (EPA) takes ef- quires them to take quick action to contain feet on November 29, Ontario Environment any spill. "It is just common sense for you to Minister Jim Bradley said recently. contain and clean up that spill to minimize The Minister added that his Ministry and the amount of damage caused," Bradley the insurance industry has worked together said. to develop a pool of liability insurance to "If you are responsible for a spill which cover spill incidents. A number of insurance causes damage to another's property then companies have indicated that they will you are already liable under .common law take part in the pool. for those dhmages. The new regulation "For the motorist, or for the waste hauler, merely clarifies responsibilities and en - the new insurance pool provides no addi- courages an early and effective response to tional protection and none is needed," emergencies and provides a mechanism for Farm insuranc Most farmers will need no extra insurance to cover the cost of containing and cleaning up chemical or wastes spills when Part IX of the Environmental Protection Act (EPA) takes effect on November 29, Ontario En- vironment. Minister Jim Bradley said recently. The Minister added that his Ministry and the insurance industry has worked together to develop a' pool of liability insurance to cover spill incidents. A number of insurance companies have indicated that they will take part in the pool. Farm Mutuals will be able to insure their sudden and accidental pollution coverage with the pool. "Farmers who have placed their in- surance with the 51 farm mutuals in Ontario are now covered for accidental pollution claims and have enjoyed that protection for years." "Farmers served by other insurers can check with their agents to ensure their farm policy provides adequate protection." "There is no free ride," he continued. "People whose business creates risk, whether they are truckers, farmers or businessmen, should be expected to bear the costs which result from their activities." "This applies to pollution risk as it does to government interim compensation until responsibility can be established." The Minister acknowledged that personal auto insurance rates are expected to go up this year because of escalating claim set- tlements, but added that spills legislation is not a factor. "There is no free ride," he continued. "People whose business creates risk, whether they are truckers, farmers or businessmen, should be expected to bear the costs which result from their activities." "This applies to pollution risk as it does to all others. Insurance is the best way to underwrite these costs and spread the risk evenly and insurance will be available." e covers spills all others. Insurance is the best way to underwrite these costs and spread the risk evenly and insurance will be available." Although a number of unlikely scenarios involving transferred ownership of, hazar- dous substance and uninsured third parties have been mooted during the debate on the Spills Bill, in fact the farmer is safe if he follows a few simple precautions, Bradley said. Farmers "should take care with the substance, should obtain appropriate in- surance, and should hire only reputable, in- ured haulers. These simple rules will keep farmer safe from catastrophic loss er the Spills Bill," Bradley said. s th and Spills insurance available to b Businesses will be able to get spills in- surance when Part IX of the Environmental Protection Act ( EPA) takes effect on November 29, Ontario Environment Minister Jim Bradley said recently. Part IX of the EPA,makes owners and the Persons or company responsible for a spill liable for any damageit does plus the cost of cleaning it up. Many businesses were afraid that they would be unable to find adequate insurance. "Today, with great pleasure, I can put that fear to rest," Bradley said, explaining 'that his Ministry and the insurance industry has worked together to develop pool liability insurance to cover spill incidents. A number of insurance companies have indicated that they will take part in the pool. "For the business community, the new pool is a definite: benefit," he added. "Because of the pattern of world-wide pollu- tion insurance claims, reinsurance in thein- ternational insurance market is not general- ly available. New comprehensive general liability policies for business will not likely provide pollution damage coverage." "The new pool of insurers is providing that protection and it will be available through the businessman's broker or agent." Part IX of the EPA also establishes the Environmental Compensation Corporation (ECC) to provide quick remuneration for in- nocent victims of spills as well as for the cost of cleaning them up. Businesses are required under Part IX to take prompt action to contain any spill. "It is just common sense for you to contain and clean up that spill to minimize the amount of. damage caused," Bradley said., sinesses "If you are responsible for a spill which causes damage to another's property then you are already liable under common law for those damages. The new regulation merely clarifies responsibilities anden- courages an early and effective response to emergencies and provides a mechanism for government interim ' compensation until responsibility can be established. "There is no -free ride," Bradley con- tinued. "People whose business creates risk, whether they are truckers, farmers or businessmen, should be expected to bear the costs which result from their activities." "This applies to pollution risk as it does to all others. Insurance is the best way to underwrite these costs and spread the risk evenly and insurance is most assuredly now available." 2 %4 20. IeTr:0:010T :41 lets 4r:41 -:o -lo, -:4r. : 4 ! f.:to leiT.' ONE MORE CHRISTMAS' SPREE I t IN CASE YOU MISSED OUR FIRST ONE il ONE.DAYONLY 44 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29 9 a.ui to 9 pan. OFF ALL MERCHANDISE •NO LAYAWAY TRANSACTIONS• 146 THE SQUARE, GODERICH, 524-4420 T •*1 Peoples Christmas Hours Starting Dec. 2 Mon. -Fri. 9-9pm, Sat. 9-5:30 pm For Your Christmas Shopping Convenience To Mark Webster, yarn. Sean Thomas, Clinton Darryl Youngblut, Blyth Mark IFeddes, Gunton Angie Campbell, Bayfleld Ben Vanderhaar, R.R. 2, Bayfield On Nov. 27 Nov, 28 Nov. 28 Nov. 28 Nov. 29 Nov. 29 Brlrrrrr! Q. What happens when you wear a polka dot snowsuit? A. You're easily spotted! Q. What do you get when you cross a runner with an ice skate? A. A 'racer blade'! Q. Why are skis like hooks? A. They both have bindings. Q. What does a snowman eat for breakfast? •A. Shredded Sleet! Q. Why does snow make the best pastry? A. Because it's always flaky Q. Why is egg nog such a fun drink? A. Because it's always 'yolking'! Har Har! 1 OPTOMETRY R.W. BELL OPTOMETRIST The Square, GODERICH 524-7661 JOHN LONGSTAFF OPTOMETRIST Seaforth 527-1240 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9;00.5:30 Saturday 9:00-12:00 noon Closed Wednesdays BY APPOINTMENT Free parking on premises INSURANCE JOHN WISE INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. General Insurance Guaranteed Investments Clinton Office: 482-3401 Res.: 482-7265 CLINTON NEWS -.BEI ryny+q,(gr,�y.an- f1 RD, WEDNESDAY, NOV DARER 27, 1985—Page 7 Employee health and dental programs which offer • responsible coverage • flexible plan design • ease of administration. Ask your insurance agent, consultant, or me. 6385 2N For Mails contact: Brian Dalton 371 Dufferin Avenue London, Ontario N68 1Z5 (519)439-0136 0111ONTARIO 11 BLUE CROSS Open Mon. -Fri. 8:30 am -5:30 pm Eve. A. Weekend -by appt. Horst Felge D®T. GODERICH By Appointment Only Telephone: (519)336-65SO (519)627-6656 (319)663-7111• (519) 524-6688 1-800-265-1415 Sarnia Wal lnceburg Neustadt Goderikh No Charge Did you know.. that It is Important to have, your dentures examined regularly? Your mouth Is on••of the most Important areas of your body, but often the most neglected when dentures are worn. improperly fitting or neglected dentures can cause severe health problems. Tho lack of public information regarding dentures is alarming and often leads to' problems and unnecessary expense. Your local denture therapist (denturist) .is a professional specializing in the construction, repair and modification of dentures and provides this service directly to the public. If you have problems with your present dentures or think of getting new ones, see your local denture -therapist, consultation is usually free. You will find denture therapists (denturists) listed In the yellow pages. This Information, is supplied through the Denturist• Association of Ontario and your local therapist. Business and Professional Directory REPAIR Clinton Electric COWI,. to -Westinghouse 4 s Iurtp riil t Appliances Sales and Service APPLIANCE RE ':AIRS ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE 90 ALBERT ST. 482-3646 APPLIANCE and REFRIGERATION REPAIR SERVICE Jim Broadfoot 482-7032 INSURANCE McKILLOP MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY 91 Main St, South, Seaforth orrice 527-0400 FARM, HOME, COMMERCIAL AUTO COVERAGES A GENTS E F "Bal" Durst 527.1455 Bob McNaughton 527.1571 Graeme Craig 887-9381 Banter & MacEwan Insurance Brokers Ltd. 524.8378 GODERICH ENERGY SEAL AND INSULATION Complete Insulation of attics, basements, walls Sealing b removal of UFFI Ener -seal draft -proofing ;of home GOVERNMENT GRANTS AVAILABLE 37 KINGSTON ST., GODERICH 524-2311 out-of-town call collect replacement windows ventilation of attic humidity problems solved FREE ESTIMATES ELECTRIC •ECONOMY •QUALITY *SERVICE THREE PHASE ELECTRIC 1-800-265-9255 BARRY BUCHANAN ASK FOR 3078 P.O. rex 9136 CLINTON, ONT., NOM 110 Res. 4427314 NIRBY DELLER 1266 GLASS/ALUMINUM:•; See us for your building projects •Glass and mirrors •Energy-efficient replacement windows •Window & screen repair •Plexiglass •Door service and repairs •Complete range of aluminum siding and building products Minton (Tr k Ll CJ 0 mirror and aluminum products 24 Princess St. West, CLINTON 482-3322 HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING BAILEYS MILL STREET, HENSALL 262-2020 Specialists in Pulse Combustion Heating • Lennox Pulse Furnaces • Hydro Pulse Boilers •Lennox Central Air Conditioning WE'RE PROUD TO BE YOUR.., LENNOX DEALER ACCOUNTANT' W.L. BUTLER CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT Trustee in Bankruptcy Farm Financial Statements OFFICES 19 Victoria Street, North Goderlch ar 524-8658 325 Lambton524-2834 Crt., Kincardine 396 7088 5 Ontario St., Clinton 482-7541 (at H&R Block) FARNf. pan SALES and SERVICE I ®sall� It n KEITH SIEMON FARM SYSTEMS LTD. RR 4 Walton Phone 345-2734 or 482-7971 FOR FREE PLANNING AND ESTIMATES