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"We were surprised. We were However, Cudmore said the quietly surprised," MacKinnon callers were also very underâ€" "It‘s the end of an era in Oakville as far as the federal Progressive Conservative Party is concerned," MacKinnon said. MacKinnon, who watched Jelinek‘s announcement on live television Friday, said the revâ€" enue minister had informed the riding association executive on Thursday night of his decision to retire. Meet the Liberal candidates Monday The Oakvilleâ€"Milton Federal Liberal Riding Association is holding a Candidates Night at the Bayrischerâ€" Hof Banquet Hall in Milton on March 22nd at 7 p.m. Members of the Oakvilleâ€" Milton federal Progressive Conservative Party riding associâ€" ation were "saddened" to hear of longâ€"time MP Otto Jelinek‘s deciâ€" sion to retire at the end of this political term. The meeting will be the last chance for local Liberals and interested memâ€" bers of the public to meet and hear the views of the four Liberal nominees. The four candidates include: Bonnie Brown, Mohan Anand, Bruce Hood and David Bazar. "In general, there‘s a feeling of sadness. It‘s a little like a wake," said Bruce MacKinnon, a longâ€" time Jelinek supporter and direcâ€" tor of the riding association. By SAL BOMMARITO Oakville Beaver Staff Conservatives saddened but understand Jelinek‘s decision The candidates will square off at arents looking for a fun environment for their children and "stress release" for themselves will thank Heather Upton for her unique new business ‘The Monkey‘s Jungle." Heather created her indoor playground out of the necessity for affordable, unstructured entertainment for children, Although she points out that the centre is also for adults as "those caring for children can interact with other adults possessing an extended vocabulary." The centre has a lounge area for adults that serves _ complimentary coffee and tea and allows parents to escape the "cabin fever" of caring for a child all day. => Though popular in Toronto, Heather noticed that Oakville lacked this form of child entertainment. With the helpful input from her sister, who holds a degree in Early Childhood Ed, Heather created "The Monkey‘s Jungle," Brightly painted to look like a scene from The Jungle Book, the centre provides the opportunity for unstructured play and the ability for children to play with peers their own age. Among the many play areas, the centre has a jungle gym, ball bath, riding cars, country cottage, castle and kitchen centre. Family‘s are charged an hourly rate, regardless of how many children are in the family, : The centre reserves weekends and evenines for children‘s narties 1175 North Service Rd. W #109 _ 825:5178 reserves weekends and evenings for children‘s parties sdbasars the riding‘s nomination convention on April 7th at the St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre in Oakville. The winâ€" ning candidate will represent the ridâ€" ing association in the upcoming federâ€" al election. A preferential ballot sysâ€" tem will be in effect at the nomination meetine. Cutâ€"off for recruitment of new members eligible to vote occurred on Feb. 5th and 1992 members were required to renew their memberships by March 5th. Meanwhile, following the press conference, which was carâ€" ried live on CBC‘s Newsworld, Jelinek‘s Lakeshore Road East constituency office was flooded with phone calls from people expressing "disappointment" with the cabinet minister‘s decision. "We‘ve had a lot of callers who are disappointed that Otto‘s not going to be running (for the leadership). And a lot of callers who are disappointed he won‘t be running for the riding," said Sandralee Cudmore, Jelinek‘s constituency assistant since 1979. "His decision was a very perâ€" sonal one. He was torn between wanting to do what‘s best for the party, but he also looked at his family situation. It was a very difficult decision for him. I had no trouble understanding it. It was a gutsy decision," he said. said. 1073 Sixth Line, Oakuille (416)844â€"9113 legant customâ€"crafted fashions. Turn your dreams of that gorgeous ‘oneâ€"ofâ€"aâ€"kind, tooâ€"expensive, notâ€"availableâ€" inâ€"myâ€"size" garment into a reality. With meticulous attenâ€" tion to detail, fabric, and fifting, this fantasy can be transâ€" formed into that perfect outfit, whether it be for wedding, evening wear, cruisewear or office attire. As owner of. Principle Designs, Linda Peelâ€"Devitt can create unique, customâ€"fitted garments within three weeks, from initial consultation to completion. 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But their reaction was still an emotional one. "He told us in advance. But were still blown right out (over the decision). He‘s been a wonâ€" derful person to work for," Cudmore said. Despite Jelinek‘s retirement, MacKinnon said the riding assoâ€" standing of Jelinek‘s decision to retire so he can spend more time with his family. Buying or Selling condos is an important decision requiring very _ ~~__" careful consideration. As Oakville‘s leader in condo sales over ANslglgli;lgRE the past 3 1/2 years, Ann Shore will be more than pleased to provide you with any help or guidance you may need without RF/MK obligation. Don‘t hesitate to call her at 842â€"7000. ?f;;mmn;wz“xgw o Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale. 842â€"7000 i WINNER OF RE/MAX‘S HIGHEST INTERNATIONAL "HALL OF FAME" AWARD Onâ€"~ theâ€"â€" :other â€"â€"hand, MacKinnon said the riding assoâ€" ciation will get a boost from the Conservative Party‘s growing popularity across the country. 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He would have been a very credible candiâ€" date. But I think he‘s made the best decision for himself and his family. It would have been selfâ€" ish on the part of the riding assoâ€" ciation to expect him to run again," Brady said. "(Jelinek) has given 20 good years to the country. It‘s time fos him to move on," added John Ford, also a director of the riding association.