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Page S The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, March 5,1997 Clarington Councillors Object To Higher GTA Licence Fees Clarington Mayor Diane Hamre wants the Ontario government government to stop charging a premium on vehicle and drivers' licences for those living in the Greater Toronto Area. She told the members of the General Purpose and Administration Committee on Monday, March 3, "because we live in the GTA, our licence fees are above the fees charged to drivers in the rest of the province." She noted when she last renewed her licence, it cost $90. Residents outside the GTA pay $60. A motion brought forward by Mayor Hamre and Councillor Larry Hannah asks that the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) "remove the premium charged to GTA residents residents for drivers' licenses and vehicle licences and that the fee be reduced to a uniform provincial rate." Mayor Hamre said the fee was intended to offset the higher cost of road repair in the GTA. Since die provincial authorities are no longer providing higher subsidies for road work here, Clarington councillors want to see the premium removed from GTA licence fees. Councillor Mary Novak noted diis extra charge is one of "a number of fees being charged for what the province has downloaded." downloaded." Clarington's request is to be sent to Durham East MPP John O'Toole, Premier Mike Harris, the MPPs of Durham Region, other municipalities in the GTA and local newspapers. Canadian Tire Postage Stamp Manes 75th Anniversary POSTES/POSTAG; CANADA 45 Canadian Tire is celebrating its 75th anniversary and the launch of the new Canadian Tire commemorative postage stamp March 3rd as the stamps go on sale at participating Canadian Tire Associate Stores and Canada Post outlets. The stamps are issued in a special format, including a pane of 12 stamps accompanied by a bilingual, full-color booklet, featuring the story, photographs and history of Canadian Tire. "We want to recognize and show our appreciation to the citizens of Clarington who've contributed to our success with this special stamp. In fact the theme of our 75th anniversary is "Thanks to You", recognizing customer and employee loyalty," says Norm Kane, Associate Dealer. Seventy-five years ago, when Alfred and John Billes invested $1,800 to buy Hamilton Tire and Garage Company Ltd., a small garage and auto parts depot in Toronto, they could never have imagined the return they would get on their investment. That $ 1,800 laid the foundation for what is now Canada's largest and most successful hardgoods retailer. retailer. Today, Canadian Tire Corporation Limited, together with a network of over 430 Associate Stores, employs more than 34,000 people, selling automotive, sports and leisure and home products to millions of customers across the country. In addition to the stamp, the company has also produced a special 75th anniversary issue of Canadian Tire 'Money'. News from Tyrone By Jacqueline Vaneyk Lots of bare ground is showing and the daffodils in front of the library are up. Does this mean that spring is coming? Good wishes go out to Don Real who is recovering from a stroke and is in Lindsay Hospital. Don expects to be moved to St. Joseph's in Peterborough soon. Visiting Kim Vaneyk and her family for a week was Phil Webb from Maidstone, England. Niagara Falls, the CN Tower, Skydome and the Farm Show were among the "touristy" places visited. The latest copy of the "Malaysian Statesman" has arrived with descriptions of some interesting spots to visit, including Ipoh and Singapore. Also included were some lovely photos of beaches and palm trees. Wish I were there! The Youth Group invites young people in the area to hang out at the church on Tuesday, March 11 starting at 7 p.m. Bring games, snacks and friends. If you need a ride, call Kim at 263-8460. World Day of Prayer ser- • vice for this area is in Eldad Church on Friday, March 7 at 1:30 p.m. Everyone is invited. UCW meets informally on Wednesday, March 12 at 1 p.m. to discuss a celebration for the 35th anniversary. Look for a Club 60 Plus luncheon on that same day. Sec Coming Events. There is also a dance in the Orange Hall on the 15th. Times, etc. will be in next week's paper. Don't forget the meeting at tne Community Centre on Tuesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. Ideas and volunteers are still, needed. Durham Federation of Agriculture holds their annual annual banquet on Friday, March 14 at Nestleton. The speaker this year will be Reverend Roger McCombe, who has had careers as a teacher, chaplain and Anglican priest. Tickets are available from Karen Yellowlees, or from any executive member, myself included. Call 263- 8460 before Monday, March 10. Everyone is welcome at Easter services in our churches. churches. Palm Sunday Service will remember the arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem with story, songs and communion for everyone. A Maundy Thursday supper will be held in die portable at Enniskillen at 6 p.m. on March 27. The Good Friday service is in Enniskillen at 7 p.m. on March 28. Sunrise Service is in Enniskillen church yard at 5:45 a.m. on Easter Sunday morning. This will be followed by pancakes and coffee. Regular services are at 9:30 in Enniskillen and 10:45 in Tyrone, Lots of plans are coming out of the Open Assembly meeting at the church. The most immediate need is for help at the Purple Woods Conservation Area on Monday and Tuesday, March 10 and 11, to cook and serve pancakes from nine till 3 p.m. If you could give some time to this cause, call Jake at 983- 9861 up till Friday. After that call Norm at the church at 263-4107. 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