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............W.nudy~Cachr ,1 9 Candidates speak out at ail-candidates meeting by Carol-Ann Oster With tough eeonomic times and high uncmployment at hand, and a less than ideal future looming before us, Canadians have developeil a deep interest inithc upcoming Federal Election. Careful Uought and weighing of options will 1e an important part of Uic election, especially wiUi the' incrcased number of candidates in the Durham 1 Riding. There are a record number of candidates in our riding this election. Residents of the riding had an opportunity te hear what Uic candidates had to say on a number of topies atthe Ahl Candidates Public Forum sponsored by the Oshawa & District Chamber of Commerce. Candidates presenit at the Forum wcrc Current MP, Ross Stevenson, PC; Alex Shepherd, Liberal Party; Lucy Rybka- Becker, ND)P;_Ian Smyth, the Rcformn Party; Judy Hurvid, Green Party; W.H. (Harry) Pope, National Party of Canada; and Durk Bruinsma, Christian Henitage Party; Michael Larmand, of the Natural Law Party was -the only C. ndidate absent from Uie Forum. Each candidate was given the opportunity to presenit an opening statement 10 Uic audience. Most of Uic candidates tackled the important issues of our poor, economy and high unemployment rate in Ueir opening remarks. Each presented their parties' plans and policies rcgarding these issues. Other issues touched on werc income tax and the health care systemn. Only the Green Party's candidate, Judy Hurvid talked about, environmental and ecological problems facing the country t oday. A four member panel, Wendy Gallagher, Michael Patrick, Bey. McCagher ty and Terry McWade, asked each of the candidates a number of questions that arc of concern te the residents of Durhamn East. When asked how each candidate's party plans te reduce and balance the debt, Uiere werc varying opinions. Progressive Conservative candidate, Ross Stevenson, says we must look at Uic privaite sector. Previously cuts have been made without harm. Alex Shepherd, Liberal Party, states that it is important te keep the debt within 3% of Uic Gross Domestic Product. H-e adds that there is ne fear of rising taxes and cuts would only bce made -te services that are of a frivolous nature. NDP candidate, Lucy Rybka- Becker, believes that the most important way we can control Uic debt is geL people working. An unemnployed pcrson costs $17.000 in lest taxes per year. Her party also would like te incorporate a >plan whcerc large corporations woul have te pay more taxes. "'Govrneinit was g(ing in one direction, and socicty in anot,,her," says Ian Smnyth, from the Reform Party. Ilis party says tliat raising taxes is flot the anlswer. Rather, it is necessary te eut back on the waV governnent is ruuuuuuug itsclf. '111 c rccvuu lîv, litun altmpLtot lower the debt, would eut subsidies te non-ecological companies. For example, says Judy Hurvid, gene would bc Uic $ 1,000,000 a day going to the nuear industry. W.H. (Harry) Pope, of the National Party of Canada, says that on Uis topie Uic "P.C.'s and Liberals are pre-cansien; the Rcform Party is pre-cambrian." The National Party's Uieory is ne economie growth without jobs. We aise need lowcr intercst rates, less imports and more experts. Christian Hcritage Party, Durk Bruinsma, feels we must have a 0 (zero) based budget. Less bureaucracies, less social programs. Expenditures sheuld bc eut. Taxes should net bc raised. On the subject of hcalth care, Lucy Rybka-Beckeýr strongly believes Uiat there should net be an introduction of user fees. "Those without moncy will go without health care." We should look toward preventative care. Wc should, also look away from institutionalizing and toward community care. Talking on unemployment, Pope says, iat iL should bc down te 3-4%. Benefits should b3e kept up in times of high unemployment. 1Ian Smyth, when asked about workforce training replicd: "We should encourage businesses te open and set up shep in certain areas of the country. Then we should encourage work training. The government must create an envirenmcent where business wants te be.11 Should Uic current tax load bc Iowered te Uiat of Canada's main competitors? Durk Bruinsma says that if yen have $1.00 you can t spend $2.00. Cutting social programs is Uic answer-, as well as cutting gevemrment spending. Alex Shepherd says that the pension te M's is eut of line with the rest of the country. He adds that it was Jean Chretien that asked Kim Campbell te recal parliament se that Uic issue could be deaIt wîth. The Progressive Conservatives, are opposed te universal daycare says Mfr. Stevenson. The reason is cost. He adds Uiat Uic party weuld attcmpt te case the preblemn through child tax deduction and child tax credit. Te reduce UIC paymcnts, Judy Hurvid believes Uiat wc can build sustainable communities. The Green Party supports paid training, part-ime work, co-operatives, and home based occupations., For Uic most part Uic candidates presented Uieir views clearly and in an intelligent and articulate manner. It hopefully made the decision of Uic voters a bit casier. The final outeome remnains te 1be seen. Candidates in the riding of Durham East: -Durk Bruinsma, Christian Heritage Party; W.H. Pope, National Party of Canada;, Judy Hurvid, Green Party; Ian Smyth, The Reform Party; Lucy Rybka-Becker; NDP; 'Alex Shepherd, Liberal; and Ross Stevenson, P.C., Places to Go Parenting session at the Pines Sr.,Public The Family Education Resource Centre of Durham House is offering an eight session study group for parents of teenagers. Parents will be introduced te concepts and methods which will result in more harmonious parent/child relationships. This group is bcing offered at thc Pines Senior Public School in Newcastle and will bce starting this cvening Wednesday, Oct. 6, time 7 - 9 p.m. The cost of this study group i s $48.00 per person. Plus a text book fee of $13.50.For information and to register pîcase cali the Family Education Resource Centre at 579-2021. Story Time with the YWCA The YWCA in Bowmanvile is starting a new and exciting program for the fali. A drop-in Story Time for your pre-schoolers, aged 2-5 yrs. It is absolutely free and no registration is needed. The programn will run for 1 1 weeks and is already in progress. It will bce held at St. John's Anglican Church, Bowmanville every Tuesday from 9:15 -'9:45 a.m. For more information on this or any of thc other many programs being offered by Uic, YWCAyou may cail 623-9922 or drop in to the Y office at 133 Church St. Bowmanvillc. Office hours are: Monday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Workshop and exhibitions at the Visual Arts Centre Take timne eut for some fun! Treat yourself te one of the enjoyable workshops bcing offered at Uic Visual Arts Centre. Button JeWellery with Nancy McHugh, Thursday, Oct. 7 from 7- 0 p.m.; Faux Finishes wiUi Nancy McHugh, Saturday, October l6th from 10-12 Noon; Silk Screening for Teens with Richard Toms, Sunday, October 17Ui from 1 - 4 P.m. The Visual, Arts Centre is also honeurcd to have thc oDnortunitv to present an exhibition of recent work by James Paget. In this show, viewers will bc confronted with profound insights from Uic artist's personal vision, and stunning technical virtuosity. Bascd upon super draftsmanship and a figurative language. Everyone is weleome te mecet Uic artist at Uic opening recepion, October 17th from 2 - 4 p.m., or visit Uic centre during Uic show. Hours are Tuesday - Saturday 12 - 4 p.m., Thursday 12-8 p.m., and Sundays from,1-4 p.mn. Admission 10 Uic gallery is free. For more information you may cal Uic Visual Amt Centre at 623- 5831. Epilepsy Durham Support Group EpilepsyDurham Region is holding a Support Group. This is your opportunity to discuss Uic basics. Tucsday, October 12th beginning at 7:30 p.m Kinsmen Centre, 109 Coîborne Street W., Oshawa. Open to alI. For further information cail 666-9926. Faltan Mas - play by Bernie Martin Faltan Mas a new play by Bernie Martin begins a four night run at the Union Theatre, on Huniter St. in Peterborough, October 13 through 16, at 8 p.m. "This play is set in Guatemala, and al Uic events alludcd to are truc, howevcr, Uic play really talks about our need, in cveryday life, te do what wc understand nceds to bc donc." Bernie aise remninds us Uiat Uic Union Theatre is a vcry small, intimate spiace, well suitcd to a piece of this sort, but to bce there by 7:4010o get a seat. Memorial Hospital Foundation annual Harvest Bal Therc's still time to reserve tickets for Uic annual gala event of the Memorial Hospital Foundation, Uic Harvest Bal. Corne out and join us October 15 for a superb four-course dinner, dancing to the melodies of that popular band "Pink Cadillac", bidding for tre asures at Uic silent auction, and a chance te win wonderful prizes in Uic tombola. Enjoy an evening of great« entcrtainment and you'Ill 13 helping your community hospital in their drive to raise funds a for a much necded gastroscope at the saine time. For more information, contact thc Foundation office at 623-1312. Heritage Walking Tour, of Bowmanville Due te popular demand, Charles Taws, Curator of the Bowmanville Museum will b3e leading a Walking Tour of Historic Bowmanvile again. Weather permitting, on Wednesday, October l3th (ramn date October l4th), Mr. Taws will conduct a tour at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. (tours last approximately one hour). To ensure that everyone enjoys the tou r the size of the groups will b3e limîtcd, and you must register your space early. This walk is being sponsored by The Good Neighbours Committee of Clarington. The cost is only $4.00 per person, and includes. an ilustrated guide book and light refreshments. For more information or to reserve a place in cither tour, please caal thc Museum office at 623-2734. Autumin colour lifts and hikes Experience the spiendor of autumn in the Ganaraska Valley from- a unique perspective. Mark' Saturday, Oct. 9th and Sunday, October îOth on your calendar and corne and enjoy Uie fail panorama of homemnade harvest soups, Country pies and baking, as SAGA presenits Uic second annual "Ride the Chair" at the Oshawa/Kirby Ski Club and sec the beauty of autumn before you. Take Hwy. 35/115 north from the 401 to Kirby/Regional Rd. # 9. Go east 4 kms to the Oshawa/Kirby Ski Hil. For more information cail Kristin McCrea at 1-416-983-9339 - area code changes to 905 October 4th. As well mark October 17th on your calendar as thc Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority is ho sting an informative and enjoyable autumn hike through the Long Sault Conserva tion Area beginning at 2:.30 p.m. - All participants are asked to meet by the bulletin board at the trail entrance. The tour will consist of a 4 km hike including a rest break. Hikers may wish to bring a light snack for Uic break. Please wear appropriate footwear. Remember to bring your camera as there will bce plcnty of opportunity to catch Nature's paintbrush on film. Directions: Take Taunton Road to Regional Road # 57 norti, go east on Regional Road # 20 and follow signs north to thc parking lot. For more information telephone 579-04 11. 4th Annual Apple Fes tival and Craft Sale Right in thc centre of one of Ontario's oldest heritage towns, Bowmanvile, a spectacular event happens each year. It involves crowds of happy people eating Hot Apple Fritters, while listening to live Country Music, with Uic biggest variety of apples in Ontario being sold by local (Continucd page 11) -