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Page 7 The Clarington/Courticc Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, August 15, 1998 Parliamentary Report by Alex Shepherd Mint Invites Canadians to Mark the Millennium The united approach taken by Canada's premiers premiers last week in Saskatoon reminds me of a family trying to plan their summer vacation. The holiday is planned with the thought in the back of parents' minds that the outing will strengthen the family unit, build lasting memories, encourage thoughtfulness and foster respect for individuals individuals who arc all part of one family. But, lo and behold, when the plan is talked about, family members say they would rather lake their portion of the vacation vacation money and do their own thing. Well, that's what the premiers sounded like last week. They reasoned that because social programming programming comes under provincial provincial jurisdiction constitutionally constitutionally they should have the inherent right to develop develop their own unique programs. programs. Think of health care. Is there something uniquely different about a heart attack in British Columbia when compared to one in Newfoundland? Is there a difference in the technical skills required to properly teach a student the same subject be that student in Saskatchewan or New Brunswick? Provincial governments continue to demand more authority and money from Ottawa to do their own thing, just like the family members I described above. I have said before when Canadians are asked what defines them as a people they point to medicare, the Canada Pension Plan, maintenance of the Canadian environment, the respect they have garnered garnered as a nation internationally. internationally. If British Columbians see significant differences in their social programs Mhan Ontarians they aren't J going to feel part of the same nation and justifiably justifiably so. Who is speaking for all Canadians at the 39th annual premiers' conference. conference. It was last year when these provincial leaders, wrestling with the very issue of national unity, issued the Calgary Declaration. They would do themselves themselves some good to reflect upon the need to issue the Declaration when it is their actions in the area of social programs programs that causes division. Having Lucien Bouchard on your team reminds me of when you were a child and suddenly the neighbourhood bully took your side. Obviously, you were probably wrong in whatever argument you were having with the other kids. The approach the provinces arc taking is wrong and short-sighted. Bouchard is looking for an issue to hold up to Quebecers to say to them Ottawa is intransigent because the federal government government won't give Quebec national status within confederation. The fact that Mike Harris and other premiers want to get into bed with him is cause for consternation. consternation. When arc provincial premiers going to start New Name For County OPR Services Effective immediately, OPP services across Northumberland have been renamed the "Northumberland OPP". In June of 1998 the three detachments in Brighton, Cam pbc 11 lord and Cobout'g were clustered clustered together. This gave police the opportunity to collectively manage the ' resources of each, in a more effective and efficient efficient manner. Police service will continue continue to he provided from detachment offices located in Brighton, Cainpbelllbrd and Cobourg. addressing some of the fundamental problems plaguing national programs? programs? Why is it no one measures the common satisfaction satisfaction rating of people using the health-care system? system? Is the threshold of satisfaction, satisfaction, or lack thereof, among Canadians universal universal or at variance across the country? How can we increase the effectiveness of health-care delivery across Canada and ensure national standards? Why is it that the people people who pay for social programs, programs, and receive them, arc the last to be consulted about their satisfaction levels? I would have thought these issues would be more reasonable for our premiers to discuss than the age-old struggle about, "give me more responsibility," responsibility," which means more money. After all, it is unclear whether the responsibility and money they now have at their disposal is being spent wisely. What do 20,000 Canadians varying in age from 1 to 94 and living in every corner of the country have in common? Well, according to the Royal Canadian Mint, they are all marking the millennium in a special way by participating participating in the nation-wide "Create a Ccntsation!" Coin Design Contest. The caribou on the 250 coin is taking a break for a couple of years. He's making making room for 24 new designs, 12 of which will appear in 1999 to commemorate commemorate the past 1000 years and another 12 in year 2000 to celebrate the future. This means 24 creative creative Canadians will soon sec their designs on a 250 circulation coin. "It is safe to say that the contest is an overwhelming overwhelming success," said Danielle Wcthcrup, President of the Royal Canadian Mint. "To date, we have received over 30,000 designs from Canadians across the country. Many have included elaborate descriptions descriptions of pride and love for our land, our people, our stories. Their designs and messages arc powerful and extremely moving. Their dreams for a clean and peaceful future in a united country arc inspirational." It's no surprise so many Canadians arc responding to the Mint's call for submissions. submissions. The turn of the millennium is a pretty powerful concept when you stop to think about it; only one in 30 generations has the privilege to live through the experience. And the idea of having your design, along with your initials, struck on a coin to be used by Canadians everywhere every day is sure to be a thrill of a lifetime. There's still time lo participate! participate! Here's how you can enter. • For an official entry form, call the Royal Canadian Mint toll-free at I-800-671-2327. • Or, simply draw a design in a 20 cm circle on a white sheet of paper (black ink or black pencil only). • Mail to: Royal Canadian Mint" Create a Ccntsation!" Coin Design Contest, Box 9060, Station T. Ottawa, ON, KIG 3T8. • The Mint also accepts electronic designs through its Web site at www.ccntsation.com. • The deadline for the 1999 scries is August 31, 1998. • But remember, the contest contest continues until June 30, 1999 for the 2000 coin scries. DUCA CREDIT UNION Info Reduces Caesarean Rate Choices for Childbirth, a non-profit support organization for expectant mothers mothers and their families, says the number caesarean section births in Ontario is alarming. The group says the operation that was used only 5% of the time in 1970 has increased to up to 25% at various hospitals hospitals around the province. Mothers who deliver by caesarean section section run a higher risk of maternal mortality, mortality, suffer higher blood loss and greater chance of infections. Choices for Childbirth estimates that at least half the caesareans being done today are preventable. A new literature package is available to families in Durham Region. The package package contains information on what steps families can take to reduce the chances of them requiring a caesarean section. The package is also designed to assist women who have already had a caesarean birth but would like to have a vaginal birth for their next pregnancy. Also included arc tips on how to choose a caregiver, policies that increase caesarean rate, news about professional labour support and much more. To receive your free information package package contact Choices for Childbirth and Doulas Services at (905) 420-0223. Residential Mortgage Rates Owner Occupied 6 mo. 6.00% 1 year 6.10% 2 years 6.25% 3 years 6.25% 4 years 6.25% 5 years 6.35% RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Call us for other deposit rates and services including FREE PERSONAL CHEQUING. 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