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4 The Claringion/Courtice Independent, Bowmanvillc, Saturday. February 14, 1998 Page 2 Tax Changes From page 1 "It's been in the daily (Toronto) papers and in most of the loeal newspapers, and there will be an information show 'Plugged In' on Rogers Cable. And we've contact- cd the local MPPs," Bowen said. When asked what councillors should do once they start getting calls, he suggested "you should refer them to us." The office will be open during regular business hours, except on days when there arc information sessions, and lie noted there would be extended hours then. Councillor Joe Drumm asked about the number of expected appeals, and added reassessment had not taken place in Whitby for a long time. "This is going to be a major change for many residents," residents," Drumm predicted. Regional Chair Roger Anderson observed: "I can't emphasize enough that this is going to be a rude awakening awakening for some and a pleasant surprise for others." Orono Town Hall Plans Celebration For Centennial Clarington council has declared May 22 to be 'Orono Town Hall Day.' ■ The request for the declaration came from the Board of Management's Treasurer, Elizabeth Bovaird, who wrote to councillors. Bovaird also thanked the council for "holding the New Year's Day Levee at the Town Hall to kick off our centennial year." Durham Defers Response to Auto Pact Reforms Durham Regional councillors decided to table a report on the Auto Pact until CAW Local 222 representative representative Mike Shields will be able to talk to councillors. Shields was unable to attend the regular meeting held on Wednesday morning, Feb. 11. The report, by Economic Development Commissioner, Pat Olive, follows a meeting held by Oshawa Mayor Diamond on Jan. 22 at the CAW hall in Oshawa. Within the report arc a number of recommendations voicing the Region's opposition to the "reduction or elimination of the tariffs on vehicles imported into Canada from non-Auto Pact companies." The report also asks that Bill C-11 be rescinded, and that a delegation delegation from the Region be allowed to address the review committee, Olive notes in the report a number of actions were discussed, including council resolutions and a letterwriting letterwriting campaign to MPs. The deferred report and recommendations will be examined once Shields makes his presentation to councillors. councillors. CORRECTION NOTICE We wish to draw your attention to the following in our current "Storewide Savings" flyer. Page 1. Nascar Select Battery, 10-9095X. Copy reads: Reg. 119.99 -139.99, Save 20.00 Should read with trade in: 99.99 - 119.99, Save 10.00 Page 9. Spray Paints, 48-0453X. Copy price box reads Sale Price, should read Great Buy. Page 10.6" Bench Grinder, 55-3503-6. Product illustration is incorrect. Should be Bench not Delta product. We sincerely regret any inconvenience we may have caused you. © J.P- cnole306-98 zones:8/9/9ALT Durham Region Community Care Association announces the opening of the Community Care ADULT DAY PROGRAM in Newcastle We provide a social and recreational program as well as relief for families caring for frail, elderly and disabled adults Including those with Alzheimer's Disease in Durham Region. For further information please call 987-3000 1 Help Save The 1 Environment and SAVE PLASTIC NEWSPAPER SLEEVES Bring in 100 plastic Newspaper Sleeves from your Claringion/Courtice Independent, and you can place a classified advertisement for 1/2 Price Value up to $20.00. Limited to one coupon per customer. Hurry ! Limited Time Offer The Bowmanvillc Canabtan Statesman 62 King St. West 623-3303 Bowmanvillc. Rocking BHS Chris Pott, the lead singer of the band, Deviation, rocked the second annual Battle of the Bands contest at Bowmanvillc High School. Five bands performed in the school's auditorium during second period to see who would win a percentage of the take at the door. Deviation was declared the winner of the competition. competition. The Oshawa and Clarington Chamber of Commerce is calling for nominations for its 1998 Business Excellence Awards. All companies/business people people within Oshawa and Clarington, whether a member of the Oshawa/Clarington Chamber of Commerce or not, are eligible for nomination. nomination. In addition to recognizing recognizing and profiling business leaders within our community, community, the Chamber's Business Excellence Awards allows local companies/business companies/business people to be acknowledged for their efforts among peers and co-workers. Nominees must excel in all areas of business and show leadership within the community. Each nominee is measured by level of employment, employcc/labour relations, product innovation, marketing marketing and promotional achievement, sales growth, customer service and community involvement. involvement. Award categories include Business of the Year (1-19 employees), Business of the Year (20+ cmployccs), Business Person of the Year, and Young Entrepreneur of the Year. All nominated companies companies and individuals will be contacted by a member of the Chamber's Selection Committee and will be asked to participate in a brief interview. Upon completion of the interviews interviews the Committee will select three finalists in MRP Hosts Forum On Canadian Unity A forum on Canadian unity will be held Wednesday night, Feb. 18, at Slrathaven Lifccarc Centre in Bowmanvillc at 7 p.m. The forum sponsored by Durham East MPP John O'Toole is open to all constituents constituents in Durham East. "As your provincial representative, I have arranged a forum to provide provide an opportunity for my constituents to express their views," said O'Toole. Canada's premiers and territorial leaders recently endorsed a framework for public discussion on ways to strengthen the Canadian Federation. The premiers identified seven principles that reflect a shared commitment commitment to equality, diversity diversity and working together to serve people better. Calgary Framework The Calgary framework is a foundation that may be endorsed, changed or built upon through discussion. Ontario's three political leaders have encouraged all Ontarians to make their voices heard. An independent moderator moderator will be on hand to ensure everyone is heard during the forum. O'Toole hopes that many of his constituents will take advantage of the opportunity opportunity to participate in the meeting. For further Senator Gets Second Chance To Explain Poor Attendance Durham College Plans Career Fair In keeping with the practice of promoting Durham College's job-ready graduates, an invitation is extended to all employers to participate in "Career Fair '98". This proactive networking event is to be held in the Gymnasium of Durham College on Wednesday, March 25, 1998 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Whether you have jobs today or jobs in the future, Durham College graduates want to know more about potential careers in your organization. They arc eager to present their résumes and discuss their practical work experience. "Durham College's market driven program train graduates that arc job-ready on day one", staled Margaret Greenley, Director, Career and Employment Services. "They graduate with the technical and employ- ability skills required to compete in today's labour market. market. In fact, we arc so confident in our graduates' abilities, abilities, we offer an Employer Guarantee". To participate in "Career Fair '98" or to obtain more information, please call Durham College Career and Employment Services at (905) 721-3034. Chamber Accepting Nominations For 1998 Business Excellence Awards Senator Andrew Thompson has missed yet another appearance in the Senate, but lie'll have one more chance to explain his actions next week. The Kendal area resident resident has appeared in the upper chamber only 12 times since 1990 -- just enough to collect his annual annual $64,000 salary and $10,000 tax-free expense allowance. His appearance before fellow-senators next Wednesday, February 18, would enable him to explain his absences and justify claims that lie is too ill to attend. Senator Thompson failed to appear for the Tuesday, February 10th, silting of the Senate, despite being ordered to do so in December. He has already been kicked out of the Liberal caucus and his office and staff were taken away. His latest absence prompted Alberta Senator Ronald Ghiltcr to suggest Thompson be expelled immediately. But others were unsure of the legality of the Senate voting to fire one of its members. In the end, the Senate decided to order Senator Thompson to appear on February 18th. On Tuesday, sombrero- wearing Reform Party MPs awaited Senator Thompson's arrival with a mariaehi band and burri- tos. Their actions were in response to the fact that the senator now spends much of his time living in Mexico. The Reform party also used the occasion to call for an elected Senate. Andrew .Thompson, a former leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, was appointed to the Senate in 1967. NEED TO KNOW SOMETHING ADOUTYOUR NEW COMMUNITY? Cal1 T/elcome Y el W f F Si * AGON KtMrn I Q3H Sandra Yates 623-5873 Bowmanville Area Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful community information. each category and forward them to a panel of judges for final selection. The award winners will be revealed at the Chamber's 3rd Annual Business Awards Gala on Friday, September 25th, 1998. Nomination forms, outlining outlining award criteria can be picked up at the Chamber office at 50 Richmond St. East. For more information please call (905) 728-1683. Nomination deadline is Friday, March 27, 1998. Talks Continue Both sides in the Blue Circle Cement labor dispute dispute were still trying to hammer out a contract agreement on Thursday. About 90 employees from the quarry, production production and maintenance departments have been off the job at the Bowmanville company since February 6th. Their last three-year contract expired January 31. A Canadian Auto Workers, Local 222, bargaining bargaining committee representative representative says the issues on the table include the current pension plan as well as benefits for workers workers and retirees. Workers have set up a 24-hour picket outside the plant. Brighter futures start with Kumon. 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