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www.durhamregion.com THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, JANUARY 29,2003 PAGE 3 Teen went 'far beyond' caring for disabled aunt David Gray (right) is presented with a Junior Citizen Citizen of the Year certificate from Canadian Statesman Statesman managing editor Chris Bovie. David Gray nominated for Junior Citizen of the Year NEWCASTLE - When it comes to a 13-year-okl boy's pastimes, caring caring for a disabled relative is not a common one. But David Gray of Newcastle acted as a caregiver to his aunt, who has cerebral palsy, during the spring of 2002, when her mother spent several several weeks in hospital. David helped his aunt with meal preparation and other tasks she could not do on her own and provided companionship. He "proudly" accompanied her to a friendship club where she met with other disabled people, his stepmother, stepmother, Susan Connors says. Ms. Connors nominated David for a 2002 Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award. Since 1980, the Ontario Community Newspapers Association, Association, of which The Canadian Statesman Statesman is a member, has recognized young people involved in community community service, who contribute to society while living with a physical or psychological psychological limitation, who have per- No deal between Region and Province on water charges Pre-trial set for March 27 BY JACQUIE MclNNES Staff Writer DURHAM - The Region of Durham is heading to a judicial judicial pre-trial March 27 on 22 water operation charges after failing to reach an agreement agreement with the Province following following negotiations. On Oct. 2, the Region was charged with infractions related related to reporting procedures at its Uxbridge, Port Perry and Greenbank water distribution systems. In total, the maximum maximum fines for the charges could amount to as much..as $91.5 million although the final cost, if the Region is found guilty on the charges,, will be at the judge's discretion. discretion. At a Dec. 9 hearing, the solicitor solicitor for the Ministry of Environment, Environment, Larry Park, had asked the hearing to be de layed until Jan. 27 as he was anticipating talks would lead to a resolution. However, that did not happen, says Durham solicitor Matt Gaskcll. "We don't have any type of resolution at this point. Discussions Discussions are still ongoing. We haven't really agreed upon much at this point," says Mr. Gaskell. Prior to a trial, a closed door pre-trial involving only the judge and lawyers takes place to see if there are any areas of agreement between the two parties to minimize trial issues. It also gives the judge an opportunity to offer a preliminary preliminary opinion,, Mr. Gaskell says, adding ■ both' parties" 1 thought it would be beneficial at this point to proceed to the pre-trial. Following the announcement announcement of the October charges, Region spokesman Pat Robinson Robinson said, "There was not, at any point, any threat to the formed acts of heroism or make life better for others by doing more than expected for their age. "David continues to be a good companion to his aunt, but during his grandmother's long recovery gave much of himself, far beyond what an average 13-year-old-boy would do," Ms. Connors says. "He does not look for any rewards but goes in love for his aunt." She adds David "sets a very good example in helping our teenage and adult citizens to view our disabled population population with respect and kindness." kindness." The 12 final Ontario recipients recipients of this year's Junior Citizen Citizen of the Year Awards will be announced in February. water quality." The Region was charged on 15 counts of failing to notify notify the ministry of "indicators "indicators of adverse water" samples samples between October 2000 and July 2001 in its Green- bank, Uxbridge and Port Perry water distribution systems. systems. Each of those charges carries a maximum fine of $6 million. Another Five charges, with a maximum penalty of $250,000 each, were also laid relating to failure to monitor for nitrate levels at the Green- bank well number six. Two further charges .were-v ; laid for exceeding the |fl£W!j;*£ rate on the water-taking! pfler-T'- mit at Greenbank well number one. Those charges are a "water quantity issue not a water quality issue," said John Steele of the ministry of the environment. Those charges also carry a maximum $250,000 fine each. 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The collective agreement, ratified in December by members of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association - Peterborough Victoria Northumberland Clarington (PVNC) Unit, Occasional Teachers, was approved, by PVNC board members at last week's meeting. "The agreement recognizes the current current shortage of qualified supply teachers, teachers, the board's desire to cover teacher absences with qualified personnel and the financial realities of the provincial funding formula," says board chairman Joe Whibbs. Highlights of the new agreement include: include: a competitive salary rate; letter of understanding regarding criminal background background cheeks; and redefinition of longterm longterm occasional teacher to ' 12 days or more' as opposed to the previous 14 days. Union president Phil McCabe says the deal is good news for the occasional teachers. "We are pleased with the manner manner in which negotiations took place and we look forward to continued good relations with our 201 occasional teaching teaching staff,' says Mr, McCabe. Mike Langlois, PVNC director of education, says the positive nature of the negotiation process has set the tone for a committed partnership between the board and the occasional teachers. University of Ontario Institute ol'Technology Want to attend university this September but not sure you'll make the grade? ... TWÿyÿ»!;,'. Now you can. The University of Ontario Institute, of ; Tedh|blci^rvls offering University Preparation to mature students and secondary; school graduates. Courses begin February 24 at OU/OshaWSkahiShS. Courses are equivalent to the Ontario new durricijlum J.2U credits and include; English Biology Chemistry Physics Math - Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus Math - Mathematics of. 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