The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday August 18, 2006 - 21 Oakville woman joins Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform Recommendations due next spring Oakville's Laura Wells is among 103 people selected to sit on the provincial Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform. Oakville MPP and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister Responsible for Democratic Renewal Kevin Flynn announced Wells' appointment Wednesday. "We believe that the shape of Ontario's democracy is a matter for Ontarians to decide," Flynn said. "That's why we're appointing these members of the Citizens' Assembly." The Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform is bringing together a random cross-section of Ontarians to assess the current electoral system and others, and recommend whether Ontario should keep the current system or adopt a new one. If the assembly recommends a change in the electoral system, that recommendation will be put to a referendum within the government's current mandate. This process will empower Ontarians to decide the shape of Ontario's electoral system. "This is such an exciting opportunity to meet different people and be immersed in the electoral process," said Wells. The 52 female and 51 male assembly members representing each of Ontario's ridings were randomly selected from the Permanent Register of Electors for Ontario by Elections Ontario. Among them is Wells, who has lived in Oakville all her life, but aspires to travel. She lives with her mother, sister and brother, as well as a dog, cat and three rats, Astro, Ticker and Riley. Wells is currently completing her secondary school diploma in Toronto. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, drawing and has an interest in politics. Being selected for the Citizens' Assembly is timely for Laura who recently completed a civics course, including a component on electoral systems. The selection process began in April and concluded in June. Citizens selected at random by Elections Ontario were contacted by mail. Those interested in serving on the Citizens' Assembly were invited to attend one of 29 selection meetings that were held across the province. One assembly member and two alternates were selected to represent each electoral district at each meeting. "On behalf of the citizens of Oakville I offer congratulations and thanks to Laura Wells for accepting the opportunity to join the Citizens' Assembly," said Flynn. "This is an unprecedented opportunity for Ontarians to participate in strengthening Ontario's democracy." The assembly will operate independently of government. If the assembly recommends a change in the electoral system, that recommendation will be put to a referendum within the government's current mandate. The first meeting of the "This is such an exciting opportunity to meet different people and be immersed in the electoral process." Laura Wells, Oakville member of the Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform Citizens' Assembly will be held on Sept. 9. Members will meet about twice a month for eight months. Together, they'll examine Ontario's current electoral system and learn about other systems. They will also meet with people at public meetings to be held across the province. Then, depending on what they learn and hear, they will recommend either keeping the current electoral system or adopting a new one. Ontario currently uses a singlemember plurality, or first-past-thepost electoral system. Each riding elects one MPP. Each elector casts one vote for a single candidate in a riding. The winning candidate is the one who receives the most votes in the riding. The assembly will issue its final report outlining its recommendation on or before May 15, 2007. "This is democracy in action -- a democracy that belongs to the citizens of Ontario, not just their elected officials," said Marie Bountrogianni, the Minister Responsible for Democratic Renewal. For more information about the Citizens' Assembly and its members go to the assembly's website at SUBSCRIBE NOW 2006/2007 SUBSCRIPTION SUPER SOFA SALE! LEATHER SOFAS 45% TO 55% OFF! LEATHER SEATING SOFA NEW $899.97 SEASON SEPT 20 - NOV 26 2006 NOV 30 - FEB 18 2007 CLEARANCE SAVE 55%! Picture for representation only 398 00 All sofas must be sold with the matching loveseat and chair when displayed as a set. FEB 22 - APR 29 2007 MAY 3 - JULY 8 2007 QUEEN SLEEP SET NEW $999.97 ALL CLEARANCE SLEEP SETS Queen sets from $298 UP TO / 1 2 PRICE! JULY 12 - SEPT 16 2007 1/2 PRICE! 498 00 ON SELECTED APPLIANCES SAVE $300! FRIDGE T TOP MOUN FRIDGES STARTING AT NEW $1199.97 CLEARANCE PRICE $998.00 INSTANT REBATE INSTANT REBATES Box Office 5400 Dixie Rd, Mississauga · 905-238-0042 or book online & ticket printing at $ 500 SAVE $500! RANGE NEW $1299.97 CLEARANCE PRICE $998.00 www.stagewest.com $100 RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AWNINGS, CANOPIES, PORTABLE SHADE STRUCTURES $478 898 SAVE $300! YOU PAY 00 RANGES STARTING AT $200 INSTANT REBATE YOU PAY $398 79800 SAVE $200! DRYER NEW $699.97 BUILT-IN DISHWASHER NEW $599.97 S DISHWASHER STARTING AT For All of Your Printing Needs Ask About the · · · · Single Sheet $29 per thousand full Colour Special Tabloids 1 Colour to Full Colour Process Very Competitive Prices Enjoy the outdoors relaxing under a Sunguard awning manufactured with your choice of fade proof Sunbrella fabric, and powered by a reliable Somfy remote controlled motor. $278 398 CLEARANCE 00 DRYERS STARTING AT $328 498 CLEARANCE 00 PLUS DO NOT PAY UNTIL 2007! NO DOWN PAYMENT! NO MONTHLY PAYMENTS! NO INTEREST!* Burlington QEW & Walker's Line 905-333-5533 +SAVINGS CLAIMS SHOWN IN THIS ADVERTISEMENT COMPARE TO THE BRICK'S REGULAR RETAIL PRICES FOR NEW/UNDAMAGED MERCHANDISE TO DEMONSTRATORS, FLOOR MODELS, ONE-OF-AKINDS & DISCONTINUED MERCHANDISE OF THE SAME DESCRIPTION. PERSONAL SHOPPING ONLY. PICTURES FOR REPRESENTATION ONLY. GIFT WITH PURCHASE IS NOT AVAILABLE ON CLEARANCE MERCHANDISE. *O.A.C. ONLY ON YOUR BRICK CARD PLATINUM. MINIMUM PURCHASE $250. ANY BRICK DELIVERY CHARGES, APPLICABLE TAXES AND $39.95 ADMINISTRATION FEE PAYABLE AT TIME OF PURCHASE. BALANCE DUE JANUARY 2007. Call or visit our showroom at: 4090 Ridgeway Dr. #10, Mississauga Printing and Distribution Packages Available 905-569-8566 www.sunguardawnings.com Mon.-Fri. 9:30am to 5pm, Sat 9:30am to 3pm Call Marie (905) mgallagher@oakvillebeaver.com 845-3824 ext.273 @