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‘Page 4~= Halton Hills This Week, Saturday, Apri 24.1888 Editorial Unsung heroes and heroines Volunteer. By definition: On ¢ who enters into any service of his/her own free will. Pretty dry stuff that, and nowhere near the mark of what being a volunteer is really all about. Self-sacrifice comes into play in a big way; doing unto others Volunteers are a special breed and one really does wonder whether the North American lifestyle we so enjoy and cherish could survive without their efforts. Volunteers pop up in hospitals, in minor sports programs, in church activities, in arts and Culture groups, in historical soci- es, It is indeed ironic that in these harsh economic times with goy- ernments at all levels cutting back on services, rolling back wages and crying dollar-poor, that we Owe so much to the unpaid volunteer. For the most part, volunteer work is a thankless chore per- formed by dedicated People who work mostly in the background, shunning the limelight, - it simply is not their style: who - even unwittingly - reap the harvests of their labor. Take time out to thank a volunteer you know. This would truly Tepresent a rich reward and undoub ly would be appreci in kind. They would-no more seek glorification than they would money | i ey ~Don't become W4) just another fire 4.7 statistic in Halton Hills Year to date as of March YEAR ALARMS — DOLLAR Loss INJURIES FATALITIES 1993 120 $267,870. 1, © 0 1992 145 $679,950. 1 0 1991 81 $ 81,300. 0 oO Guides thank their volunteers To the Editor: Being Volunteer Week, I would like to take a moment to recognize a group of extremely dedicated - ladies, who take many hours from their busy work week schedules to Provide opportunities for the girls of this community. These ladies spend countless hours planning weekly meetings, attending first aid trainings, camp trainings and Countless hours of other trainings to help the girls develop the self-con- fidence and skills Tequired to suc- ceed in today’s and tomorrow’s world. The talents, resourcefulness and capabilities of these people are endless and they provide a wonder- ful role model that can influence academic attainment and athletic + achievement of girls from the age of 5 on up. Their reward is the smile on the face of a child who has met another challenge and is now ready for the next one. yi On behalf of the girls, I thank the iders of Georgetown East for all the many hours of dedicated hard work. Well Done!!- Guiders of Georgetown East, you are wonder- ful and a joy to work with. Lynda Strathdee District Commissioner Georgetown East District Girl Guides of Canada Red Cross volunteers To the Editor: _~ As this past week has been set aside as “Volunteer Week”, I would like to express my thanks to teers - over 300 - these programs would not exist. My sincere thanks 80 to all Red Cross Volunteers for your hard work and for “helping The People's Corner Refugees deserve haven To the Editor: As citizens of one of the most Re: Stop immigration letter - 10 well-established democracies on April the planet, most Canadians feel Privileged to share their freedom with others and shoulder the mini- mal cost associated with bringing Peace and hope to a refugee’s life. This is the foundation of our soci- ety: only the native Canadians have not been refugees or immi- grants to this country. As for immigrants, most are What is a refugee? It is someone who is admitted into Canada for Compassionate reasons. Because of religious, political or racial dis- crimination in the Tefugee’s home country, the claimant lives a life fraught with peril, denial of basic. human rights and freedoms, and in many cases the very real likelihood of persecution and death. When these troubled souls are admitted into Canada, they may not have the skills and resources necessary to contribute immediate- ly to our society. Yes, some do need financial assistance, employ- ment Counseling and training in english. And yes, some Tefugees do receive welfare for a brief peri-~ od until they are back on their feet. But, the alternative - Tefusing entry to these refugees - might make us inadvertent accessories to the imprisonment, torture, and even death of innocent human beings. net now and in the future. Lucinda Landau North Halton Citizens’ Cultural Awareness Committee Georgetown “resulting public debate ‘in your let- Coverage is To the Editor: Thank you for your honest, faith- ful reporting of all meetings involy- ing groups like P.O.W.ER. and the . appreciated needed. Your coverage has prompt- ed me to consider becoming a member, Could you Please publi- cize the group’s official mandate and details on joining? Gloria Hildebrant Georgetown ters to the editor. Having recently returned to the area after many years, I was unaware of the activities of P.O.W.E.R. It seems like a valuable organization that is desperately No booze at The Credit Valley Conservation Authority. is Promising a return to the quiet outdoor family experience originally intended for its campers at the Terra Cotta Conservation Area in 1993, One of the new regulations to curb unwanted behavior is a ban’on alcohol consumption in the camy grounds. The new regulations were Passed at a meeting of the Full Authority last week and are designed to stop alcohol abusers at 1 Park. Editor’s note: For information on P.O.W.E.R., contact Barbara Halsall at 873-0344, Terra Cotta sumes alcohol and causes a distur- ance,” said Ken Owen, Land Resources Manager for the Credit Valley Conservation Authority. Campers frustrated in the Past with unwanted disturbances are being asked to return this year with the promise of a very different experience. working hard to maintain a Positive camping atmosphere at Terra Cotta,” said Owen. Terra Cotta offers a beautiful nat- ural area with hiking trails, fish Ponds, swimming pool, barbecues and picnic areas. Camping at Terra Cotta opens May 21. Elaine Chatten, | _ f or a comment? 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