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Tory Rowe says environment 'sacred trust' bv GEORGE EARL ROWE Earl Rowe was born in Simcoe County and with his wife and two children lives on a 200 acre farm at Newton Robinson. He is the Progressive Conservative candidate for the riding of Simcoe Centre in the Provincial Election on May 2nd. He is a 33-year-old farmer-businessman, he is known in the many Barrie Service Clubs in which he has held office as a hard working young man who works quietly, quickly and effectively. He actively farms in West Gwillimbury; as manager of the Barrie Raceway he employs 300 people. Rowe Issues Earl feels the most important issues facing the constituents in this area are as follows: Earl Rowe feels the Environment is a sacred trust which must never be breached. He is well aware of the environmental problems of waste disposal and pollution in Ontario and Simcoe Centre. His goal, as is the goal of the Ontario Government, is to achieve and maintain a quality of environment - air, land and water - that will protect human health and contribute to the well being of the oy / ection@= people on Ontario. It is an aim that will require dedicated study and decision as problems arise with future growth and expansion of Business and _ Industry. The Province of Ontario spends in excess of $300 million annually on programs aimed alt improving our environment. The Government has undertaken measures to control emission and to reduce the problem of Acid Rain within Ontario. Both Hydro and Inco are under controls imposed by the government to reduce their emissions. Ontario was the first of the Provinces to deal exclusively with hazardous con- faminants and standards. For _ instance, Pauze Landfill site is being monitored. According to the environmental siudies there has been no effect on the environment. Other landfill sites must be located. It is a fact of modern life contaminants are produced and must be managed and stored so they do not effect the environment. The problem is what do we do with the contaminants - they will not just disappear on their own. Ontario he Fatal Growth, expansion and more employment will come to Simcoe Centre with the proposed tax breaks incorporated in the Enterprise Ontario policy. And one of the first industries to benefit in Simeoe Centre will undoubtedly be the tourist industry. Although this industry has recently suffered like many others from the economic slowdown in this province, it is still Ontario's second largest - a $6.9 billion Industry - or 6 percent of the gross provincial product annually. Ear] Rowe believes that the tourist industry in Simcoe County, already well based in one of the most beautiful sections of Ontario, will become a major revenue producing industry in the next decade. With Government spon- sored advertising and long term loans for expanding tourist operators, he could well be right in his belief. If he is, more jobs could quickly become available for our youth and older residents. As a farmer, Earl Rowe is well aware of the low prices and high costs experienced by farmers in their attempt to provide food for this nation. He is: encouraged by the P.C. Government's awareness of the problem and their plans for increased low interest loans for farmers now in effect. He is also encouraged that the low interest loans are now available for drainage projects and new vegetable and fruit storage facilities. The proposed Red Beef Plan will also assist many farmers by providing $62.5 million in economic assistance to the beef and sheep industries in Ontario over the next five years. Earl Rowe is dedicated to the task of building on the best of Ontario's past. He is well aware that problems exist and im- provements must be introduced in many areas of our economy. Growth and expansion will increase the problems, but his positive altitude is a refreshing approach. As he recently stated; 'Unlike the opposition parties, the Progressive Conservative Party is a creative not a' destructive force. Unlike the opposition parties, we don't seek power by capitalizing on the smoldering fires of discontent." Ear! believes as well that our seniors must not be forgotten. They have made this Province what it is today and they shall never be forgotten. Red Shield Month starts today across the nation May is Red Shield' ...That The Salvation During this year's this organization which Month in Canada. In Army has 20 senior National Red Shield has abundantly North Simcoe, the citizens' homes where Campaign for funds, the demonstrated boundless Midland Salvation 2,000 enjoy their people of North Simcoe love for others in its kick-off Army will be holding a Midland to annual event. Then on retirement years? will have opportunity to greal humanitarian endeavours. The Midland Citadel of the Salvation Army is celebrating its 100th year of service. The Salvation y in its efforts to the un- rivileged of society. ve generously to mishap on Hwy 69 During the week ending April 29, Midland OPP investigated -- six motor-vehicle accidents including one fatal mishap on Highway 69, Sunday morning. Richard A. Edwards, 30 yrs. of 579 O'Conner Drive, East York, was driving his 1974 car southbound on Highway 69 in the southbound lane. The car struck seven guide posts and con- tinued into a rock cut on the west side of the highway. Edwards was thrown from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene by _Dr.--H: Jileson. The car was totally destroyed Midland. i commission to exte norii-south rity J 60i feet Bishop Robert Clune, an auxiliary bishop to the Archdiocese of Toronto, presided over St. Margaret's Parish traditional springtime Huronia Airport Commission is presenti working on terns of reference in preparatio the tricmtnicipal airport Funds for the study have co: federal governnient. 1 The plan also calls for pa the lwo hangars, south of building and:-offices. : seetion the admini parade on_ ...That al civic govern- help Saturday at 11 a.m. in' ment request,the Army Arm mark the opened a 100-bed help Emergency Shelter derp Monday, during the' winter en May 6, local Sally Ann's months in Canada's conducting a_ largest metropolis, will be blitz for funds. This year's target is $25,000 reports cam- paign chairman Doug Reed. Honorary chairman is Midland Mayor Al Roach. Did you know that The Salvation Army - in Canada has 8,887 of- ficers and employees serving in 547 centres? .-That The Salvation Army has prison and court chaplains in most penitentiaries, jails, and court facilities in the nation? ..Thal The Salvation Army in Canada has 11 hospitals, from the superb Grace Hospital in Vancouver to a new $55 million, 300-bed facility about to be opened in Scarborough, Scarborough? Traditional confirmation with Bishop Clune Seventy-five grade 8 firmation. students from Sacred Bishop Clune's Heart Elementary responsibilities to the school, Monseigneur Northeast of the ar- Castex secondary Chdiocese - require his schoo], and the church presence al about 70 sunday school, par- confirmation gatherings confirmation cerem- onies on Saturday. ticipated in the con- each year. Caring MAY 2, ELECT GEORGE MacDONALD Concerned Committed Every Vote Counts, Be Sure To Vote VOTE ' George MacDonald os Enthusiastic 'Trustworthy Friendly Need help getting to the polls? 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