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14 The Clarington/Courtice Independent, Bowmanvillc, Saturday, February 3, 1996 Winter Wildlife Hike It seems that the general pastime of provincial legislatures legislatures is castigating the federal government. I wonder if Canadians Canadians feel belter when local politicians slam Ottawa? As I write this I'm making my way by train through the interior of British Columbia. The federal caucus is meeting in Vancouver, a meeting which would normally take place in Ottawa. But because of the vastness of the country and the feeling shared by other provinces that they have been forgotten in the aftermath of the Quebec referendum, referendum, the government is trying trying to address .the concerns of all regions. The Prime Minister feels going there, with his caucus, is one way of addressing those concerns. The Premier of B.C. is saying saying Ottawa has insulted the people of that province because because he has failed to appoint a West Coast fisheries minister. He also barks about not'having originally been given a constitutional constitutional veto even though constitutional constitutional amendments are meaningless to the average person. person. (Note the constitution has only been changed four times in the last 25 years). . Now that a number of provincial provincial elections are in the offing offing provincial politicians will begin attacking Ottawa to deflect deflect attention from their own meager accomplishments. •Parochial politics, in my view, has driven people to despair despair and disgust with their elected representatives. must not be allowed to divide The fact is we have a great Canadians. Great geographical distances shouldn't mean isola- nation which prosperity to has delivered its citizens. I know and understand that there arc people in Durham who constantly live under the threat of economic uncertainty. But if we are honest with ourselves, even in these times we can look back in history and see we live quite well compared compared with most countries in the world. Going forward into the future future will require a positive attitude attitude about who we are and where we want to take this country. This isn't just a cliché but a basic tenant that will have to guide us through difficult difficult times ahead. Of course the petty political squabbles must come to an end and Canadians will have to focus on what unites us. I understand some people in Durham want me to concentrate concentrate solely on economic problems. problems. I look forward to the day when I can. But in reality national national unity and economic uncertainty uncertainty are inextricably linked. There has never been a prolonged prolonged period of economic growth in countries living under under the shadow of national despair. despair. While in B.C. 1 have been invited to speak with a number of economic interest groups. I will remind Canadians in Western Canada that we shall share and benefit from a strong and united Canada. Petty parochial politics tion in an era of high technology- technology- Looking for an adventure on a dull Sunday afternoon? Then join the Central Lake Ontario Ontario Conservation Authority staff on Sunday, February 4th at Hebcr Down Conservation Area in Whitby. Authority staff will conduct a hike through the woods of Heber Crimestoppers and Durham Regional Police are asking for the public's assistance in solving solving an Attempt Robbery which occurred in Ajax on November 29th of last year. Suspects attempted robbery on taxi driver in Ajax. During the early morning hours an Ajax Taxi attended the Bakers Dozen donut shop located on Harwood Avenue in Ajax, to pick up two fares bound for Traguna Lane in Ajax. While in transit the two attempted to rob the cabbie grabbing him around the throat. In an attempt to ward off his attackers the cabbie accidentally accidentally struck a nearby vehicle vehicle and dwelling. The two sus- . pects unsuccessful in their robbery bid fled the scene on foot. Suspect #1 is described as male, black, 18-22 years, 6'0 - 6'2, 200-2301bs, wearing a black toguc and pullover jacket. jacket. Suspect #2 is described as male, black, l$ r ,22 years, 5'5 - 5'7, 130-150 wearing baggy baggy pants and. a .hooded jacket with fur like ttifÉ bn the hood. Crimestoppers" will pay a cash reward efiigrto $1,000.00 for any informwen that leads to an arrest in Ms incident or any other crnUinal offence. Callers never baye to give their name or testify in a court of law. Solving crime is a community community concern. If you have any information regarding the persons persons responsible for this crime, do the right thing. Give us a call at Durham Regional Cri mestoppers. Where long distance distance applies the number is 1 - 800-978-8477 or locally at 436-8477(TIPS). Sgt. Kevin Slaney is the police police co-ordinator with the Durham Durham Regional Crimestoppers program and submits this article article in the interests of solving crime. The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Roman Catholic Separate School Board is seeking an occasional teacher for a fulhtime, long term occasional assignment from March 1996 to June 1996, to teach O.A.C. Law, Grade 9 English and Grade 9 History at St. Peter's Secondary School in Peterborough. Candidates must possess a valid Ontario Teacher's Certificate (or equivalent) and Intermediate/Senior division qualifications. Qualified applicants arc invited to forward a covering letter, resume, a current pastoral reference and the names of three professional references in an envelope marked "CONFIDENTIAL" by 12:00 noon, Tuesday, February 6,1996 to: Daniel R. Cloutier Manager of Human Resources Peter L. Roach Education Centre, 459 Reid Street Peterborough, Ontario K9H 4G7 Fax: (705) 748-9734 Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information provided is collected under the Education Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Don Benninger Don F oh ^ Board Chairperson Director of Education ©J.PJ The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Roman Catholic Separate School Board FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION MEETING Parents / Guardians considering enrolling their child in French Immersion Senior Kindergarten in September 1996 are invited to attend an information meeting at the following location: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AREA MEETING LOCATION MEETING DATE St. Joseph's Catholic School 90 Parkway Crescent Bowmanvillc, Ontario (905) 623-5151 Mon., Feb. 12/96 7:00 p.m. St. Joseph's, Bowmanvillc St. Stephen's, Bowmanvillc Mother Teresa, Courtice St. Francis of Assisi Monsignor Leo Cleary If your child is currently registered in Junior Kindergarten and you plan to enroll him/her in the French Immersion Senior Kindergarten Program, please inform the Principal at St. Joseph's Elementary School. If your child is NOT currently registered in Junior Kindergarten and you plan to enroll him/her in the French Immersion Senior Kindergarten Program, please contact St. Joseph's School prior to the registration date to set up an appointment. To simplify the registration procedure please bring your child's Baptismal Certificate, Birth Certificate, Immunization Record, your Lot and Concession number (for rural students) and proof of Separate School Property Tax Support. REGISTRATION FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL DATES/TIMES PHONE St. Joseph's, Bowmanville Principal: Sue Vanderkwaak Tues., Feb. 20/96,1:00 - 4:00 (905) 623-5151 Wed., Feb. 21/96,9:00-,4:00 Don Benninger Don Folz Board Chairperson Director of Education -- ©J.P.J Down Conservation Area discussing discussing wildlife, animal tracks and other interesting topics about this special time of year. The hike will be through the woods and not on trails so walking may be difficult at times, please wear appropriate footwear. The tour is FREE to the public and will start at 2:00 p.m. from the WINTER PARKING LOT. Groups of 10 or more wishing to participate participate are asked to contact the Authority office before Friday, February 2nd. For further event information information and directions, contact the Authority office at (905) 579- 0411. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE TO ITS CITIZENS AMENDMENTS TO THE FORMER TOWN OF NEWCASTLE BY-LAW 86-112 being a By-law to establish a street name map and a street name inventory for roads in the former Town of Newcastle, now the Municipality of Clarington. Pursuant to Chapter 210 (111) of the Municipal Act, notice is hereby given of a meeting to be held on February 19, 1996 to consider a request in respect of a proposed amendment to By-law 86-112. The proposed.amendment would have the following effect: 1) change the street name "Darlington-Clarke Town line" in Part Lot 1, Concessions 5 to 8, former Township of Darlington and Part Lot 35, Concessions 6 to 9, former Township of Clarke to "Mospùrt Park Road". 2) change the street name "Regional Road 42" in Part Lot 1, Concessions 1 to 4, former Township of Darlington and Part Lot 35, Concessions 2 to 5, former Township of Clarke to "Mosport Park Road". 3) change the street name "Mosport Road" in Part Lots 32 and 33, Concessions 8 to 10, former Township of Clarke to "Beacham Road". Explanations and details of the properties affected may be obtained, during normal office hours, from the office of the Planning and Development Department, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario, or by calling the Planning Department at 623-3379. The meeting required pursuant to Chapter 210 (Section 111) of the Municipal Act will be held as follows: DATE: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19,1996 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Council Chambers, Municipal Administration Centre, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville Council shall hear any person who claims that he/she will be adversely affected by the proposed by-law and who applies to be heard by contacting the Clerk's Department prior to February 14,1996 at 12 Noon. Franklin Wu, R.R.P., M.C.I.P. Director of Planning & Development Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Ontario Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3A6 & MUNICIPALITY OF I Jarinqton I MOSPORT PARK] ROAD NAME CHANCE FROM "REGIONAL ROAD 42T TO "MOSPORT PARK ROAD" ' ROUNAMECHANGE FROM "DARLINGTON-CLARKE T0WNUNE ROADT TO "MOSPORT PARK ROAD" 1 ROAD NAME CHANGE FROM "MOSPORT ROAtf TO "BEACHAM ROACf Date of Publications to be 4 consecutive weeks: January 24,1996, January 31,1996 February 7,1996, February 14,1996 CS-lnd.#5444 ©J.P.