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Orono Weekly l imes, Wednesday, October 18, 1989-11 A display at the Junior Gardeners convention The above area arrangements the Junior Garderners convert- tion held last Saturday in Orono which were in competition at Mainstream Canada Rediscovering Canada By Ann M. Smith Perhaps one of the most obvious spin-offs of living in a nation as prosperous as ours are the, opportunities opportunities that this comparative wealth is seen, to provide. As a result, Canada continues continues to be one of the most attractive immigration points in the world. However, However, aside from the far-reaching sociological sociological implications of this new Canada, many areas of our society are still in a process of playing catch-up with the realities of the demographic shifts which continue in such dramatic fashion. , Canada's business community, for example, has much to gain from "rediscovering" "rediscovering" this ever-changing country. country. A recent report published by the federal secretary of state entitled "Good Race Relations is Good Business" Business" gives not only an overview of the demographic landscape in the late 1980's, but it also raises some interesting interesting questions about the market and workforce implications of an ever- changing Canada. For starters, the report says that the most recent ethno-cultural breakdown (based on a total population of 25 million million in 1986) shows the combined British British and French element in this country has shrunk to 63 per cent while non- British and non-French citizens now account for 37 per cent of all Canadians. Canadians. In terms of business dollars, that (Continued page 12) Looking over the competition at thé convention. College plans for Aids Awareness Week Durham College, in conjunction with the Regional Municipality of Durham Department of Health Sciences, has several activities planned planned at the main campus, 2000 Sim- coe Street North, Oshawa, to promote promote AIDS Awareness Week starting starting October 16. To kick off the week, Gary Polonsky planted a tree signifying "The Tree of Hope" at 11:00 a.m., Monday morning at the south-east corner of the 'L' wing. Sue Johanson of "Sex with Sue" spoke in the main cafeteria at noon on Monday, October 16 about "Safer Sex". On Wednesday, October 18, a member of the AIDS Committee of Durham Region will present "AIDS - The Untold Story" at noon in the lecture theatre. . Activities also include a disply on AIDS by the Durham Region Department of Health Services and a poster contest .... Use Stress wisely Stress, used wisely can reverse premature aging and dramatically improve vitality, It has become necessary in this day and age to prevent prevent or control unpleasant and counter productive stress. Durham College offers a valuable workshop that teaches effective skills for coping well with the pressures of daily living. Learn how to prevent or control unpleasant and counter productive stress symptoms symptoms like headaches, insomnia, backaches, irritability and exhaustion. exhaustion. This day-long program "Optimal Stress for Optimal Performance" is offered by the Durham Management Management Centre October 17 and again on November 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Leslie Rose, the seminar leader, is co-ordinator of training for the Canadian Institute of Stress in Toronto. These workshops help people work more effectively and do better in their personal and social lives. These workshops are dynamic, involving involving and immediately helpful. They leave the participants feeling more confident, more resourceful and more in control. Leslie inspires participants with his enthusiasm and motivated them to apply what they are learning. • Part of this presentation includes outlining a study done by the Canadian Canadian Institute of Stress with Dr. Hans Selye showing how over 600 participants were able to reverse premature body aging. A certificate will be awarded after completing this seminar. The seminar costs include all course materials, lunch, parking and coffee. coffee. Fees are $160.00 for individuals and a team rate of $120.00 individual individual fees for two or more from the same company. Call the Durham Management Centre at 576-0210 ext. 491 to register or to find out more information information on how to improve your performance safety, health, interpersonal interpersonal effectiveness and wellbeing. wellbeing. WE'RE HERE ■(_ VIEWERS CHOICE VIDEO & T.V. INC. MAIN STREET, ORONO 983-9890 O. 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