12 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 25,1994 1 7^ Real Estate Deadlines and Policies Deadline for Wednesday Publication is Monday at 12:00 Noon. Any compensation for errors or omissions by The Canadian Statesman will be limited to the value of the space occupied by the error in the advertisement ^ Please phone 623-3303 and ask for the Real Estate Sales Department j Get Your Cottage Ready for Spring and Summer Fun This article is provided by local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA)for the benefit of consumers in the real estate market. Once again, it's that time of year when the call of the loon, the chirping chirping of chipmunks and the sound of water gently lapping against a dock beckon cottage owners across the province to begin the annual ritual of opening up their summer retreats. If you're like most cottage owners, owners, your thoughts are becoming increasingly increasingly consumed with all the fun things you intend to do this summer. But mingled with those pleasant daydreams daydreams comes the reminder of less agreeable chores - like the annual cottage cleanup - and of course, the eviction of any little "critters" which Reader Upset by Changes To Snowbird O.H.I.P. Fees Is there a school for deception somewhere that politicians can attend? attend? There must be. The recent statement by Ms. Grier that OHIP has to cap Emergency Care at $50.00 and bed care at $100.00 per day due to the rising costs of health care in the States is ludicrous, ludicrous, if not bordering on deception. deception. Day bed care runs about $1000.00 down south. Would OHIP Chamber's 3rd Corp. Challenge Runs Saturday On Saturday, May 28, the Oshawa and District Chamber of Commerce will present its 3rd annual Corporate Challenge at Durham College! The event kicks off at 8:00 a.m. when 80 teams will arrive and assemble assemble for the opening ceremonies. The games begin at 9:00 a.m. and take the participants through 10 hilarious, non-athletic events. Originating in California many years ago, Corporate Challenge is now held annually in many towns and cities right across Canada. Last year, over 1000 people participated in Oshawa Chamber's Corporate Challenge making it the 3rd largest in Ontario. An integral part of the annual festivities festivities is the local food drive. Last year 20 tons of food was raised for the Salvation Army. We hope to do the same again this year for the Seventh Seventh Day Adventist. All food raised by the Corporate Challenge Food Drive is donated to a local food bank and distributed in Durham Region. This year's mini Olympic theme promises to offer great photo opportunities opportunities and personal interviews. Be sure not to miss out on this great event!! have to pay more than the existing $400.00 if it was $2000.00 per day? The answer is NO. Is this cut aimed at so-called snowbirds? Could be, but picture a family of 2 adults and 3 children on vacation, with OHIP coverage, coverage, out of the country or Ontario and one family member requires a 2 day hospital stay. It seems to me that the picture Ms. Grier is painting is that once you are out of Ontario, you are on your own. Why retain the $50.00 and $100.00 cap? Is this a way to circumvent the Canadian Health Act? Why the health care mess in Ontario? Ontario? Who is responsible? Doctors? People working with health care? Hospitals? The answer is NO. That leaves POLITICIANS and the MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT of OHIP. Most of us remember a few years when we paid for OHIP. The cost was reasonable and coverage was excellent, excellent, then you know who (because it was a few months to election) says "Hey OHIP is in the black - yoti don'.t have to pay anymore, it's a freebie." Again we have political deception. deception. To Ms. Grier I propose the following: following: There are about six Insurance Companies in the Out of Country Health Care Business for profit. Why not OHIP? Consider: 1. Re-instating a reasonable fee to all, and set an out of country health care cap of $800.00 per day. This coverage should be provided for families families on an average 2-3 week stay. 2. Anyone wishing coverage for a longer stay could purchase same from OHIP for a set cost for up to say 182 days. Ms. Grier, consider the above. Maybe then OHIP can be what it used to be and those in health care can be more adequately compensated for their contributions. TJR. Wilson Port Perry, Ontario. havç made themselves quite at home through the winter in your cottage cupboards, bedding or chimney. Get Organized This annual undertaking will undoubtedly undoubtedly gobble up at least your first couple of weekends of the season season - but the earlier you get started, the earlier you'll be finished. And with just a little planning and foresight, foresight, you can make this task onerous - even fun - if you try to make a game out of it for the entire family. Start off by making lists of everything everything you need to take with you, such as tools, cleaning supplies, linens and a fresh supply of non-perishable food items. For the first trip of the season, avoid taking unnecessary items. After all, there isn't any sense in overloading overloading the car with a lot of extra paraphernalia paraphernalia that you probably won't need during this visit. It's also a good idea to allot chores to family members to make sure everyone feels included and that all tasks are covered. If you have youngsters who are too young to participate, make sure they are properly supervised during the cleanup. Also keep a close watch on any older children to make sure they stay well out of harm's way. Getting Started Once you arrive, inspect your property carefully for indications, of damage or theft. If it's apparent a break-in has occurred, don't touch anything and contact the local police right away. Also, be sure to turn on the water and power as soon as you arrive. The cottage will likely be damp and musty musty after being closed for so many months, so give it a good, thorough airing by opening up all the windows ■ and doors (weather permitting). In the meantime, take another good look around outdoors for any signs of damage or normal winter wear and tear. Check for signs of loose or missing shingles and crooked eavestroughs or downspouts. Also check around and underneath the cottage for signs of wildlife damage. damage. Porcupines in particular can be aggressive wood chewers. In addition, you should set the dock in place and, depending on the weather, you may want to launch your boat. While the cottage is still airing out, you may also want to take this time to clean up the property - removing removing fallen leaves, branches, twigs, and so on. If windows have been boarded up for the season, now is a good time to clean them - if you have the time - otherwise leave them for the next trip. Tackling thé Indoors Once the inside has aired out sufficiently, sufficiently, it's time to take your cleaning cleaning supplies in hand and tackle a winter's winter's worth of dust and cobwebs. You'll probably also want to turn on the heat at this point. If you don't have baseboard heaters heaters and rely solely on a fireplace or woodstove for heat, make sure the chimney is clear before lighting a fire. Wildlife often take up residence in chimneys and you wouldn't want to cause any injuries. If you do find you have some "tenants" contact a lb- 85 KING ST. W. NEWCASTLE 987-4733 cal wildlife group or humane society for information on the safe and humane humane removal of these visitors. Check Chimney It's also a good idea to check the chimney for any debris or creosote buildup. Creosote can cause chimney fires. In the kitchen, give cupboards and shelves a thorough wipe before stocking stocking them up. Your fridge is also likely likely to smell damp and musty after being being closed all winter. To absorb these odors, it's a good idea to place a box of baking soda in the fridge before you start cleaning. As you're cleaning, check for signs of winter visitors and ascertain whether they have vacated the premises premises before you leave any perishable food items out. In addition, check you appliance cords for signs of gnawing. Also make sure you give cottage furniture a thorough dusting and check for any visible signs of damage. damage. Above all, don't iiy to do absolutely absolutely everything that first weekend or you'll wear yourself out, Save a few chores for the next visit, and, before before you know it, you'll be lounging in a lawnchair enjoying the first vestiges vestiges of summer. IS NATIONAL ri^, E c RMMsiAtt sunn r BOWMANVILLE 623-4445 NRS Edvan Realty Ltd. 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