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WHITBY FRE PRESSIDUF AM MOV/S Free trade agreement improves Auto Pact By SCOTT FENNELL Ontario riding MP I have already given you a brief outline on the contents of the free trade agreement with the United States, and-I would like to know how the agreement effects the province of Ontario. The government of Ontario set six conditions whose fulfilîment was necessary for it to accept the agreement. Mr. Peterson has stated his conditions were as follows: A binding dispute settlement mechanism; maintenance of the Auto Pact; retention of regional subsidies; maintenance of agricultural safeguards; protection of our cultural industries; and controls on foreign investment. The free trade agreement reached between our government and the United States meets the six conditions laid out by the Ontario government. In fact, Ontario is one.of the provinces that stands to gain the most from freer trade. The elements of the agreement clearly show that our government has kept its promises not to com- promise our political sovereignty, our cultural identity or our ability to fight regional disparities. aWhen you take a good look at the free trade agreement, you will realize that the agreement has actually improved the Auto Pact The new agreement eliminates tarriffs on replacement parts and tires, which were previously excluded from the pact. Safeguards guaranteeing Canadian production remain, as do the huge incentives for General Motors, Ford and Chrysler to produce in Canada. In addition, offshore producers will have to meet a 50 per cent North American content standard to qualify for duty-free trade, so they will be using more parts and materials made in Canada. The agreement does not impair our ability to support regional development in Northern Ontario or elsewhere, since Canada retains the right to implement regional development programs. In addition, the agreement does not affect our ability to manage agricultural supplies. Farmers who operate under the supply management system will continue to be fully protected. We also retain the right to put in place new supply management systems if we so wish. Consequently, I do not understand how those who are opposed to the agreement can justify their arguments. Perhaps the reason is they simply do not want to admit this Government has achieved a superb deal -good for all of Canada. M Tire pressure, balance should be checked For motorists who are preparing for another Canadian winter, Michelin Tires (Canada) Limited offers the following advice. The right tire pressure In winter,sthe air in tires contrac- ts when it is cold. Consequently, it is recommended that during the •itrsesn tires should be in- flated 3 to 4 pounds more than usual, and in regions that are par-, ticularly cold, maybe even more. Follow the tire manufacturer's in- flation recommendations. Balance When it comes to installing tires, it is important to make sure they are properly balanced. Unbalanced tires can cause steering problems, vibrations and premature wear of the tires. Perhaps, after all, the business of winter driving is a matter for tires. TOP QUALITY COLLISION recently factory specifications, says Ken Jim- installed an award-winning universal mo, co-owner of Top Quality along with measuring system which bétakes the Dennis Symes. Jimmo saysthe system guesswork out" of pulling cars back to also has data for every car éver made. Free Press plhoto Performance, prestige and pleasure Erra i (wý w Authorized Lotus Dealer Thirty Years Experience on Exotic Performance Cars. For the owner of exotic cars, we have the needs for outstanding performance Mercedes ALBERT MARCHAL MOTOR-CAR LTD. IMPORT & EXOTIC CAR SALES & SERVICE 1698 Bayly Street, Pickering 831-3060 JAGUR M m a. mmmý 0 E ROLLS Rr