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Penetanguishene Citizen (1975-1988), 1 May 1985, p. 17

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q further than our own riding for the issues of greatest concern facing Ontario. Everywhere we see the sorry legacy of environmental damage, plant closures, unemployment, disappearing farmland,insufficient and af fordable housing and inequitable taxation wrought by 42 years of Conservative rule. The NDP not tied to special interest groups by PAUL WESSENGER Ontario Ministry of the Environment which NDP Candidate protects those polluters must be dealt with Simcoe Centre harshly. Voters in Simcoe Centre need look no We, Environmental Repair Fund to clean up the dumpsites which contain deadly toxic chemicals. A tax on the production and im- port of specified chemicals would pay for the investigation and clean-up of these sites. We propose full public hearings for waste site New Democrats propose plant closure legislation which would require justification by multi-national corporations who would New Democrats, propose an seek {o move in and out of communities like corporate gypsies. We propose retraining programs for working people who are displaced by justified closings and mandatory benefits for part-time employees such as portable pension plans and equal hourly pay- rates. Equal pay for work of equal value is a We are committed, too, on the matter of the elimination of OHIP premiums. Ontario is one of only three Canadian provinces which allows extra-billing, user fees and privitization of the health care system. We further propose a Denticare program for children and the aged. On May 2, we all have an important responsibility to begin to make the changes in Ontario which put people first. Frank Miller's establishment before the fact, not after. We right, not a favour. campaign strategy is to avoid the issues and job of reversing government policies which have put profits ahead of people will not be easy, but it must begin on May 2 with the election of New Democrats. We are not tied to special interest groups. We are committed to the interest of every Ontarian by promoting fairness and equity. The death of our Simcoe Centre en- vironment is staring us squarely in the face. The illegal and immoral pollution of residential, agricultural and _ recreational lands and waters near Perkinsfield and Barrie must stop now. The polluters and the also propose job creation programs based on environmental renewal. Our precious farmland is disappearing at the rate of two 180-acre family farms a day. Simcoe Centre, long noted for its agricultural wealth must not suffer any longer. We New Democrats propose revisions to the Foodland Guidelines and the Planning Act to protect prime agricultural land and low interest, long-term loans to food producers. The closure of the Black and Decker plant in Barrie is symptomatic of Conservative policies which put profits ahead of people. We Overdue boaters located At about 9 p.m. on Saturday, Herman Fuhler of Pier 69, Waubaushene, reported three men left by boat at 7:30 a.m. that morning boat and RRC Trenton were advised. At daylight, Sunday morning, the search began with boats and an OPP helicopter in- Shane Harrison (31 yrs.) and Christopher Pynn 6023-5 -yrs.). of Downsview, Ont. Harrison and Thorn rented a room at the Motel advised Midland OPP he had _ been contacted by Thorn who advised that they would be late returning to pick up their gear as they Equitable taxation would be the rule under New Democrats. Corporations and wealthy individuals must begin to pay their fair share of taxes for the programs which benefit us all. The provincial government must set the example in this equitable distribution of wealth. We New Democrats are committed to return the provincial share of the funding for education to 60 per cent, not the 47 percent currently funded by Frank Miller's Con- servalives. We are committed further to decent, accessible health care based on a fair share of provincial government funding. trust voter apathy to carry him into office. At every doorstep I meet voters who are anything but apathetic, who know the issues and who have indicated their dissatisfaction with the Ontario government. On May 2, I ask for your support in ending the attitude which takes this riding for granted. This riding deserves representation in the legislature by a member with com- munity involvement, political experience and personal concern. Vote to end the policies of yesterday. Vote for the policies which will address the issues of today and tomorrow. to go fishing in the volved. Tay Motel for Saturday had boat problems. Penetang area and The persons missing night but never showed hadn't returned. were John Thorn (23 up. The search was then The Midland OPP yrs.) of Toronto, Ont., Bob Burke of the Tay _ terminated. ction®@= o5---- Ontario WW Il Battle of Atlantic remembered by cadets' march Allan This year, the full Royal Canadian [J Battle of the Atlantic. there, the march will continue down boys on their remembrance march. McLean Legion Midland Branch 80 Pipe and Thirty cadets ages 13-19, from the King Street to St. Paul's United The name Trillium Corps refers to a Si E: Drum Corps will sound the beat for 986 Trillium Corps, will leave the Church. navy corvette, like the ones built at mcoe Last the Midland Sea Cadets Sunday March to the cenotaph, in honour of the 73rd anniversary of the World War Midland Civic Centre at 9:30 a.m. and Invitations have been sent to all Midland shipyards that played an proceed to the cenotaph for a _ local legions, and veterans from the important role in the Battle of the remembrance service at 10. From naval service are expected to jointhe Atlantic. Animal Control will . = _ take dead animals oe oe Sekt L'HOPITAL GENERAL PENETANGUI SHENE LE 11 MAI, 1985 MPG? 'Healthwalk' Sat., from 10 to 12 noon Town Dock The problem of who is responsible for picking up dead animals from public property in Midland has been settled. Last year, when rabid animals were a problem, the question arose as to who should pick up dead animals from streets. The new contract between the town and Huronia Animal Control Centre includes a clause giving Huronia Animal Control the responsibility of carrying away all dead animals on public property in Midland. Need a ride to the POLLS or other assistance? HEALTH WALK POR. PENETANGUISHENE GENERAL HOSPITAL May 11,1985 =| I1@iii! "MARCHE de SANTE' sam de Celebrate Canada Health Day Proceeds for Electro Cardiograph Machine for Stress Testing Penetanguishene General Hospital Saturday, May 11, 1985 Refreshments at the Hospital We can help... RE-ELECT | Ae MPG Simcoe East | lel 1 0a 12 hrs : Progressive Conservative Campaign Offices Midland 526-3732 | Orillia 326-5200 Wednesday, May 1, 1985, Page 17

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