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i Government Cracking Down on Fraudulent Health Care Claims On Thursday, August 19th, Acting Health Minister Dave Cooke reaffirmed reaffirmed the government's commitment commitment to stamping out health care fraud. Cooke stated that the government continues to put the highest priority on stopping abuse by consumers and health care providers.. "Defrauding the system is wrong," Cooke said. "It is stealing health care from family, friends and neighbours. We will prosecute." He said Health Minister Ruth Canada has come out on the winning winning side of three longstanding trade disputes with the United States over softwood lumber, steel and been > -A bi-national .panel set up under the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement Agreement panel rejected the conclusion by the U.S. Intcmationàl Trade Commission Commission that the American lumber industry industry was being hurt by Canadian'exports Canadian'exports of softwood lumber. In a separate decision on steel, the Commission decided that imports of Canadian Carbon steel hot-rolled and cold-rolled sheet were not harming the American domestic steel industry. However, the Commission did find that Canadian carbon steel plate and galvanized steel sheet were causing causing injury. International Trade Minister Minister Tom Hockin indicated that Canada Canada may challenge this ruling under the dispute settlement provisions of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agree- Grier had directed Deputy Minister of Health Michael Dccter to set up a special investigative unit to stamp out fraud - and to track down and prosecute those individuals who steal from the health care system. Dccter said he has appointed the Ministry's Director of Internal Audit, Karim Amin to oversee the ministry's ministry's initiatives. Alan Sudds , a white collar crime investigator, will head the investigative unit, As well, the ministry: - has retained Lindquist Avcy Mac- ment. Mr. Hockin also announced a final negotiated agreement in the longstanding longstanding dispute over provincial beer marketing practices. He said the agreement averts a beer war with the U.S., protects Canadian jobs, provides provides new opportunities for Canadian beer companies,. and will give a wider wider choice to Canadian consumers. As a result of the agreement, the U.S. has agreed to lift last year's retaliatory retaliatory action against Ontario beer exports. Likewise, Canada will remove remove its matching duty that was placed on some imports of U.S. beer into Ontario. The province will not have to remove its 10-cent levy on cans. In addition, imported beer will have greater access to the Canadian market. Ontario beer stores, which sold only Canadian beer, will now be selling American beer. donald Baskcrville Inc., the country's country's leading forensic accountants, to assist in the prevention, detection detection and prosecution of fraud -has set up a toll free line - 1-800- 268-1154 - so consumers, pharmacists pharmacists and physicians can report suspected suspected abuse - will issue new, tamper-proof health cards with new security features, including personal photographs - has introduced Bill 50, legislation to enlarge the special-committees that investigate alleged over-billing by doctors and other health care providers and set the amount of money to be recovered - has launched an automation project to link pharmacies by computer, to help stop fraud in the Ontario Drug Benefit Program - will install electronic "swipe" readers readers in a minimum of 100 hospitals over the next two years to verify card numbers - has cancelled health cards of 1.5 million individuals who died or were ineligible for health cards Cooke reminded Ontarians that their red and white plastic health card is a passport to one of the world's best health systems. "We all must guard our health cards as carefully as we would our credit cards." "We cherish our health care system system - and only by making sure it helps those who arc legitimately entitled entitled to it, can we be sure it is available available for future generations." If you suspect health care fraud, call the Ministry of Health INFO-Iine at: 1-800-268-1154 in Toronto: 314-5518 TDD: 1-800-387-5559 Panada a Winner In Trade Disputes .Bowmanville's waterfront has always been a great place for camera enthusiasts and even now there' are possibilities. On Sunday, one of our photographers captured this different shot of a sailboat way out' on the lake as seen through a conduit resting on shore. The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, August 25,1993 13 For Your Information A Unique Perspective on the Bowmanville Waterfront E PIONEER CRAFT DAY AT LANG VILLAGE -- Over 40 pioneer crafts, plus a large clock and watch display and a Victorian Punch and Judy Show will be featured on Sunday, September 5, at the Lang Pioneer Village, pottery, tinsmithing, milling, furniture-making and blacksmithing will be among the crafts represented. Freshly-picked com will also be served, Pioneer Pioneer Craft Day runs from one p.m. to six p.m. The village is located two miles north of Keene at Lang. YOUTH CLUB SEEKS VOLUNTEERS - The Eastview Boys' and Girls* Club requires adult volunteers for two hours per week for a minimum of six months. The Oshawa-bascd club offers activities for those between six and 17 years of age. Adults age 17 and older who have a sincere interest in the welfare of children and youth are needed. Some of the positions available available include assistant program leaders in the craft, gym and games areas and in other social support services. For details, call the club at 728-5121. i MILESTONES IN 19TH CENTURY LIFE - Birth, marriage, religion, ajid death will be among the topics, discussed in a day-long workshop at the Çlarkc Museum and Archives on October 23. Speakers will include Joyce Ljewis, noted historian and author as well as Mark Jackman, Curator of the Clarke Museum and Archives. Registration forms are available now at the museum in Kirby. Call 983-9243 for further details. ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW AT MUSEUM -- The Bowmanville ■ Museum holds its annual Arts and Crafts Show on Saturday, Sept. 11. Application forms arc available at the museum for anyone wishing to rent a table at the show and sale. CARDIAC REHABILITATION PROGRAM -- The Y.W.C.A. holds exercise classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for people with heart related problems. These classes are for you if you have had a heart attack, by-pass, surgery or presently have angina, high blood pressure or shortness of breath from being out of condition. For more information contact Carolyn Laing at 434-8936. GLAD DAYS FOR EPILEPSY -- Get out the vases as it is almost time for the annual buying of gladioli in support of the Epilepsy Durham Region programs for families and friends of people afflicted with epilepsy.. Bouquets of gladioli will be sold at hospitals,- malls, liquor and beer outlets throughout Durham Region from Thursday, Aug, 26 until Saturday, Aug. 28. The colorful bundles will be $5 for six stalks of flowers. Epilepsy Durham Region is also looking for volunteers to help with the campaign. To volunteer call: (416) 666-9926. THE HERITAGE OLDE TYME FIDDLE AND DANCE SOCIETY OF BOWMANVILLE -- All musicians, dancers and interested people are invited to attend a free bam dance on Monday, Aug. 30, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Tyrone Community Centre. For more information, call Bernice Cameron-Hill at 436-2564. HAPPENINGS AT THE LIBRARY - Tales for Twos will be offered Friday mornings, September 24 to October 29 at the Bowmanville Branch of the Clarington Public Library. This 30-minute program of stories, songs and fingerplays will introduce you and your two-year-old to the library's wide range of services. You can register after September 7 by calling 623-7322. Preschool Storytime takes place at the Bowmanville Branch on Wednesday afternoons, beginning September 15, from 1:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. and Thursday mornings, beginning September 16, from 10:15 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Preschool storytime is also held at the Newcastle Village Branch on Wednesday afternoons at : 1:30, starting September 15. In addition, the Newcastle Branch offers a half-hour bedtime story program on Thursday evenings. These stories begin at 7 p.m., starting September 30. Registration for the preschool storytime or bedtime storytime is not required. An outdoor com roast followed HEART TO HEART -- An eight-week program of information for you " Stroke Foundation to provide BLACKSTOCK FAIR « This Saturday, Aùgust 28, all roads lead to Blackstock for that community's annual fall fair. The fair, which includes a parade Saturday morning, also hosts a Demolition Derby on Friday night, August 27. This will be the 128th edition of the popular fair. CORN ROAST & GOSPEL MUSIC o r „ by a gospel music concert will be held at Newtonville United Church, and your partner sponsored by thé Heart and r Newlonville on Wednesday, Sept. 1. The evening begin with an "all you information on nutrition, cardiology, and psychological aspects to name a can cat" com, hamburgers and hot dogs starting at 5:30 p.m. A gospel few. The next session will begin Wednesday, Sept. 22 and will music concert featuring the "Sellwoods" starts at 8 p.m. Tickets for the accommodate 10 couples. For more information call 571-1582. event are available by calling 786-2950, MEDICINE CHEST PHARMACY 697-3784 I 88 B 'Smoke-Free Environment" "Your Personal Prescription Service" • Fast Convenient Service • Medication Counselling Computerized Dispensary • All Drug Plans Accepted ; • Free Parking N scUGoq W KING ST. Free Delivery Service (Including Wllmot Creek) 1 Film Service 1 Open 6 Days a Week 1 Foot and Home Health Care Centre 1 Fax Service 98 King St. W., Bowmanville In Scugog Professional Building (Medical Offices Upstairs) BEEF BARBEQUE & CORN ROAST -- The Zion United Church at ! Mitchell's Comers is holding a beef barbeque and com roast on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 4 o'clock on. Be sure to call 725-6698 before Tuesday, Sept. 3,1993, to reserve your tickets. I Since 1982 VCR CLINIC & Sales 2 Authorized Service Centre for most major brand VCR's. Family Owned and Operated 723-6373 YES! WE ALSO REPAIR TV'S, STEREOS, MICROWAVE OVENS. Major Brand VCR's, Camcorders, Microwaves, Tv's and Accessories, HITACHI .SANYO, JVC, FISHER, GOLDSTAR 1300 King St E. at Townllne Rd. Klngsway Village, Oshawa, Ont LIH 4J4 NEW LOCATION OPENING SOON wniSmsAaswE' 1^ Rmg St. W., Bowmanville ORONO FAIR PASSPORTS GO ON SALE -- The Durham Central Agricultural Agricultural Society presents the annual Orono Fair September 9 to 12. Passports Passports to die event will be available at the service desk of the Canadian Tire store in Bowmanville, at the Co-op store, the Apple Blossom Shop in Orono and at Flowers Plus in Newcastle. The passport price remains unchanged, but they arc availablc„only until September 8th. CONTINUOUS LEARNING - There arc literally hundreds of continuous learning opportunities available at Durham College or any of its branch campuses. Registration is now under way. To receive a calendar or more details, call the Continuous Learning Office at 721-3052 or 1-800-461-1306. HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION -- The Heart to Heart Program is looking for volunteers with a "Heart." They need you to help with a program for patients and their spouses who have had a heart attack and or heart surgery. Requirements needed: enthusiasm and time. For more information on how you can become a volunteer for the Heart to Heart Program, call Beth Lcllncr at 579-1212. CLARKE MUSEUM BOOK SALE -- Hard and soft cover books on every topic imaginable will be on sale at the Clarke Museum and Archives second hand book sale and community trunk sale on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. until 4 pan. The organizers of the event arc also looking for for book donations for the sale, especially westerns, mysteries and fiction. Folks wanting to take part in the trunk sale will Itavc to pre-register and pay in advance according to the size of their vehicle as there won't be any registrations taken on the day of the sale. 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