The Wingham Advance-Times, 1988-02-23, Page 3, . .
ROYAL, CANADIAN AIR CADETS•
543 SQUADRON, WINGHAM
by Rudy Hooftman
The squadron was inspected last
Wednesday evening by Warrant
Officer Jack Bode of CFA London.
WO I3ode was impressed with the
improvement shown in the cadets
since his last inspection in
November. The uniforms of the
cadets were immaculate, the boots
were shiny, and the deportment of
the squadron as a whole was ex-
cellent. WO Bode was particularly
pleased with the marching
knowledge displayed by the newer
members of the squadron.
In small bore practice at the
basement range, the blue and pink
teams continued their sharpshooting
activities. Under the supervision of
civilian instructor Kevin Smart, the
cadets -are completing the exercises
as set out by the Dominion of Canada
Rifle Association rules. The teams
will compete with those of other
squadrons later this spring.
The cadets involved in survival
training were shown the various
methods of skinning game by
civilian instructor Dan Bisson. They
were also made aware of the Inuit
ways of winter survival. As well, the
cadets made preparations for the
upcoming outdoor survival weekend
to be held this Saturday.
Construction on the expansion of
the model of CFB Trenton airport is
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Air Cadet
in full switig. The cadets , are busy
preparing the new table on which the
base's hangars will be built. Many
cadets find 'the learning •of new
carpentry skills very challenging.
Each year, the squadron is
requested to forward a limited
number of apphcations for senior
cadets to go on an air experience
trip. This trip involves travelling on
an armed forces plane during a
regularly scheduled "milk run".
Only two cadets, who must* from
different squadrons, are allowed per
aircraft. During the flight, the
cadets are familiarized with the
operation of the aircraft and are
considered part of the erg*. All
flights originate from CFB Trenton,
Flt, Sgt. Erika Hooftman was
chosen as the squadron's air ex-
perience participant for this year,
From Feb. 15-17, she took part in a
return flight on board a Hercules
aircraft from Trenton to CFB Goose
Bay in Newfoundland, with a
stopover at CFB Bagotville in
Quebec. Fit, Sgt. Hooftman found
the experience very instruttive and
enjoyable.
Cadets are reminded of the 6 p.m.
drill practices at the Armouries on
Sundays. With the March drill
competition fast approaching, it is
essential that they attend these
drills whenever possible.
t
IDS AWARENESS
by
James Greig
Should I donate blood? Are blood
transfusions safe? — K.N., Scar-
borough, Ont.
By all means, feel free to donate
blood. The Red Cross needs your
donation. There is no possibility of
contacting the AIDS virus from the
needle when you donate blood. A
new needle is used for each donor. If,
however, you feel there is any
remote possibility that you could be
an AIDS virus carrier, you should
not donate blood. Since November
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Wingham
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1985, the Red Cross has been
screening all blood donations for
AIDS virus antibodies. Blood which
tests positive for the antibody is not
used for transfusions. Do not donate
blood for the purpose of determining
whether or not you are an AIDS
virus carrier. This will put others at
risk. Consult your physician
regarding testing. If the Red Cross
finds these antibodies in your blood,
your results will be reported
automatically to the local health
authorities.
Are condoms a guarantee against
AIDS? — Mrs. R., St. Jean, Que.
While condoms are not an absolute
guarantee against AIDS, they are
the best preventive measure
available other than sexual ac-
ivities without the exchange of
semen or blood, or abstinence (no
3exual activity). Researchers at the
University of California, San
Franscisco have proven in
laboratory tests that condoms can
stop the AIDS virus. The virus
cannot penetrate the condom
material of latex rubber unless the
condoms are ruptured. Further
research is being done to establish
the degree of effectiveness of
natural skin condoms as a barrier
against the virus. It has also been
clinically proven that condoms will
help prevent the transmission of
ether sexually transmitted diseases
including herpes simplex, gonorrhea
and syphilis. Regardless of
precautions taken, all sexually
active.people with multiple partners
(non -mutually monogamous) are
advised to exercise safe sex prac-
ices. The use -of condoms is
statistically considered 95 per cent
ifective.
James Greig is a member of the
Canadian Pubile Health Association
and the author of the book "AIDS:
What Every Responsible Canadian
Should Know".
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CELEBRATION '88 — Nikon -Bruce MPMurray Cardiff presents Celebration '88 certificates of $10fItto
East Wawanosh Public School senior students, from left.- Crystal Black, Matthew Hussey,' L.ar,e Keller,
Natascha Muscheid, Chelta Vair, Anne Taylor.
6anadian Radio -television and
Te,lecommunications Commission
Conseil de la radiodiffusion et des
telecommunications canadiennes
CRTC — Notice of Public Hearing 1988-15, The Commission will hold a public hearing commencing on 12 April 198$ at
the Conference Centre, Phase IV, 140 Promenade du Portage, Hull, Quo to considorthe following: 27. WINGHAM, Ont
Application (873399000) by CKNX BROADCASTING UMITED to renew the broadcasting licence for CKNX Wingham ex-
piring 30 September 1988. Examination of application: Radio Station CKNX, 215 Carling Terrace, Wingham, NOG RWO,
INTERVENERS WISHING TO MAKE AN ORAL PRESENTATION, IN FRENCH, OP THEIR INTERVENTION AT THE
PUBLIC HEARING ARE REQUESTED TO INFORMTHE COMMISSION IN ORDER THAT THE NECESSARY
ARRANGEMENTS BE MADE.
The complete text of this notice and the application may be viewed at CRTC, Central Building, Les Terrasses de la
Chaudiere, 1 Promenade du Portage, Room 201, Hull, Quetik
Interventions must be filed with the Secretary General, CRTC, Ottawa, Ont. kl A 0N2, with proof that a copy has been
served on the applicant on or before 23 March 1988. For more information you may alseicall the CRTC Public Hearings
Branch at (819) 997-1328 or 997-1027, CRTC Information,Services in Hull at (819) 997-0313.
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ONTARIO FARM
TAX REBATE
PROGRAM
CHANGE NUMBER ONE:
The Ontario Farm Tax Rebate program
now makes two payments a year to farmefs
and farm property owners, compared to
one annual payment previously.
CHANGE NUMBER TWO:
Those eligible for the program will receive
two forms to complete—one in the spring
and the second one in early fall. Each must
be completed and returned to obtain each
payment.
Completing the first form will generate a
payment of approximately 50 % of the
total 1988 rebate based on the previous
year's eligible tax levy.
Completing the second form will result
in a second payment for the balance of the
property owners' 1988 rebate and
will be based on the owners' actual
1988 eligible tax levy.
WHAT STAYS THE SAME
The Ontario Farm Tax Rebate program is
designed to ease the tax burden faced -by
farmers.
Farmers are not required to pre -pay a
portion of their municipal taxes to qualify
for the rebate.
100% of municipal taxes on eligible farm
land and outbuildings may be rebated.
No rebate will be paid for taxes levied on
farm residences and one acre of land.
There will be no reassessment of farm
properties unless changes to the property
that would normally require reassessment
are made.
For more information about the Ontario
Farm Tax Rebate program and the changes,
contact:
Ministry of
Agriculture
and Food
ONTARIO
Jack Fliddelta, Winter
David Patbreen, Fkernier
Farm Assistance Programs
Branch
777 Bay Street, 12th floor
Toronto, Ontario M5G 2E5
Or call collect (416) 585-6565.
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