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From Pariament Hill Alex Shepherci, M.P. Durham Dîsmantling federal gov- ernment powers is increas- ingly becomning common sport for both national and provin- cial politicians. Look at the enxiîronmnent as an example. Last week I was in Nova Scotia attending a me&ting of the rural caucus. I had the opportunity to tour the Irving Whale and to be briefed on the environmental issues involved in resurrecting it fromn the bottomn of the Gulf of St. Lawerence. For those who don't recal the 270-foot-long Irving Whale is a barge owned by the New Brunswick comopany Irving OiT designed to carry various types of oil in its eight cargo tanks. it sank September 7, 1970, 60kmn off the northeast coast of Prince Edward Island car- rying 4200 tons of bunker "C" oul. It laid fiat 220 feet below the surface of the Atlantic leaking about 20 litres of oil per day. in order to keep the oul liq- uefied - since Bunker "C" becomnes a gooey morass in cold water - the vessel was equipped with heating coils. The coils contained PCBs which we know« are cancer- ous and can be potentially environmentaily devasting. The federal government concluded that eventuaily the Iving Whale was goîng to jet- tison the oil causing unknown environmental destrucetion. None of the Atlantic provinces felt they had to deal with the matter. In August of 1994 then fed- erai Transport Minister Doug Young announced the federal government would proceed to lift the sunken barge and deéan the oil and self or dis- pose of it in an envirornmen- tally acceptable matter. The final decision to pro- ceed was only undertaken after the federai govemrment. When a rodeo that attracts some of Canada's top athletes to events like Bareback Bronco Riding, Caîf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronctq Riding and the thrilling Bull Riding. That's Rodeo Days! When thousands of Claringtons don their finest western garb and are joined by thousands of visitors from Toronto, around Durhami and other areas for a fun filled weekend. And when the kids get their own show and mid- way. That's Rodeo Days. When thousands of early bird enthusiasts chow down Port Hope's Meinorial Hospital Bowmanville Needa Volunteers Capitol Theatre using the Canadian Costý Guard - created two advisoryv committees, one in PET and the other in Iles De La Madeleine which is part of the Province of Quebec. These were composed of fishing organization, tourism associ- ations, environmental groups and municipalities. The raising of the Irving Whale has proven to not only by an engineering success but an example of how the federal govemment can work with organization in two provinces to dispose of a potentially devasting environ- mental fiasco. The Whale is not witting in the Department of National Defence dry dock in Halifax harbour. Irving Oul has agreed to pump out the holds and to continually test for contamination. The oil will go the Aberta to be inciner- ated. The federal taxpayer spent roughly $30 million to recov- er the Iving Whale. The oul it contains is worth about $300 thousand. The Whale's refit will cost approximately $2 million. Obviously these cost rep- resent a significant shortfall to the taxpayer. 1 discussed this with representatives from Irving Oil. One avenue I see as a way of recovering costs is the Ship-Source Oil Pollution Fund. iT companies paid money into this fund to aid in the dlean up of oil if there was an accidentai aischarge by a ship at sea. The important point is that the federal government was there when the problemn had to be solved. Maintaining a national vision is what the federal government does. That's why we built this fed- -eral system Those who wan to dismnan- tde it are indeed short-sighted. on thousands of pancakes at Rodeo Breakfasts at the Fair Grounds and in the friendly streets of Clarington, or attend a Western Fashion Show. That's Rodeo Days. When thousands of visitors spin the tumnstiles at the Fair Grounds to partake in family fun and Western style enter- tainment. And have a Western Mail te, stroil through and buy things from. That's Rodeo Days. What else could we caTI it. DURHAM RODEO DAYS, September 2Oth to 22nd, 1996. Clarington, Ontario. If you are interested in' working as a volunteer at Memorial Hospital Bowmianvllle, you don't have to wait for an invitation. At one timie, those wanting to volunteer at the hospîtal had to be învited, but that's no longer the case. Cu rrently, adult volunteers must provide three refer- ences, complete a police crirn- inal record chec'k, be inter- viewed and attend an orientation session, says Vickl Adams, Volunteer Co- .ordinator at Memorial Hospital. Students who are 14 and over do not need to provide a police criminal record check, which costs $ 10 and is reimbursed by the hospital. The interview is one of the most 'important steps in becoming a volunteer, because a volunteer's inter- ests and abilities determine which type of work they are best suited for at the hospital. Students can also find out if they would like careers in various hospital departments by either job-shadowing or worktng in different areas as a volunteer, says Adams. "Students can work in every area including the lab- oratory and physiotherapy," she says. However, no volun- teers work in the special care unit, the morgue, 'the com- munications area, nursing education, the pharmacy, or the operating room. Volunteers are needed in many areas. of the hospital including rehabilitation ser- vices, diagnostic imaging, emergency, same-day surgery, maternity, medical day surgery, the gift shop, The New to You Shoppe, help- ing out with varions tasks, fundraising and the informa- tion desk. Although it may sound like a lot of work and a big time commitment, the schedule is flexible. Volunteers are requested to put in an aver- age of one three-hourshift per week. Good volunteers are con- siderate, have the desire to give som-ething to the com- munity, enjoy helping other people, and need to fînd something fulflling for them- selves. As well, volunteers meet new friends, find satis- faction in their work, and are needed for many proJects within Memorial Hospital's Is someone you know reaching a milestone? Wish thern happiness and congratulations in The Orono Weekly Times Auixiliary and volunteer ser- vices. Anna Strike is just one of many Bowmanville residents who has given a lot of her Lrne and effort to the hospital. She has been involved as both an auxiliary member and as a member of the hos- pital foundation board. Wôrking with Vivian Cowan, she operates her pet project-the hospital gift shop- which is located on the ground floor by the front door. Visitors can nip mnto the shop to pick up everything from volunteer knitted baby clothes and stuffed animais to .soap, magazines and chocolate bars. Strike notes that gift shop volunteers work hard to keep up with cus- tomer demand. In the near future, volun- teers plan to set up a "basic coffee bar" within the gift shop, Strike added. Veda Thompson is another long-term volunteer with Memorial Hospital, and knows how easy it is to get involved in volunteering. She's been there for more than 37 years and says she loves every minute of it. "I've worked in the tuck shop, with the librai4y cart, and at the New To You Shoppe," Thompson recails. Her expertise in many areas has earned her the respect of both patients and hospital staff.. "I love people and feel patient care is most impor- tant in the Auxiliary. 've tried to do my share," she added quietly. -If 1 can do anything for anyone, 1 do. If you're interested in vol- unteering at Memorial Hospital, please contact Vîcki Adamis at 6ýZ3-333 i extension 5,430. Recycle This N ewspaper *The Caliitol Theatre will once again open ifs doors as a movie house. TheCapitol will be similar to that of the day in 1930 when it first opened its doors to the public and the popcorn will be just as tasty. The Film Festival will fea- ture four film's of interna- tional acclaim; Antonia's LUne, Margaîret's Museum, Flirting with- Disaster, arnd Denise Cails Up. A synopsis for each film is avaîlable'and we wîll supply you a copy at your request. Please join us as the con- tinuing history of the Capitol Theatre unravels. Support Your Aids Commitee The AIDS Committee of Durham will be running bi- weekly "lunacy" bingos from 10:00 to 11:45 a.m. starting Wednesday, September 4, 1996 at the Hideaway Bingo Hall, Sunray Street, Whitby - - lottery licence number M4105873. For more informa- tion, please caîl 905-665- 0051. Proceeds will go to support the programs and services offered by the AIDS Committee. Orono Figure Skating Club Registration August 27th and Sept I 2th 7 pm - 9pm at Orono Arena Canskate fee (2 hrs/wk) - $208.00 from Oct./96 to Apr./97 Aduit Skate - Fee depends on registration - 12 week program Fees include CESA & EOS 60% due at Registration plus a Post-dated cheque for Dec. lst for balance. $ 15.00 late registration fee. For further information cail Joan Moffat at 983-9561. 1 ~14, 21, 8Sac Hockey Coach & Trainer Clinies Coaches Clinic: Sat. & Sun., Sept. 28 & 29 (Equivalent to Level I & 11) Cost: $100 Traîners Clinic:. Mon., Sept. 30 Cost: $ 50 AItthe Orono Arena** To Register Contact: Brian AlUn .987--4452 Clarke-% High School will be open Monday, August 26 to Thursday, August 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.mi. for the registration of high school students new to the area. Pleatse call 987-4771 for ain appointment. MMý LLýý ý iw- 1