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Page I0 THE THIS WEEK AND NEXT by Ray Argyle The Anatomy Of Canada Despite radical shifts in Cana- dian social patterns, there has been little fundamental change in the class structure of our so- ciety or in the dominance of an entrenched Establishment which runs the country through eco- nomic and political influence. The North American demo- cratic ideal of a classless society has always been little more than an illusion. The significant fact of present-day Canadian society is that all classes have been re- cently upgraded. This has come through a combination of great- er material prosperity and new welfare 'measures which have made life more comfortable for lower ingome groups. The preservation of this basic anatomy of Canadian society has not, however, prevented radical changes in attitudes toward moral, religious, legal and edu- cational standards. As a result, the chief social goals at which Canada should be aiming can be now clearly defined. The root of social change oc- curring today in Canada can be found in scientific and technical breakthroughs which have had tremendous impact on all levels of life. Medical advances, which have improved health norms and in- creased life expectancy, have crystallized the need for effec- tive medical and pension pro- grams. They have forced society to move ahead because they have increased both the magni- tude: and the ease of solution of such problems. Technological developments affecting every activity from farming to manufacturing have accelerated other changes. Auto- mation. has Shaken the trade un- ion movement like nothing since industrial unionism first chal- lenged the craft unions. With the strike losing its potency, un- ions and management find themselves groping for new methods in labor negotiations. The birth control pill has completed the revolution in sex- ual morality, brought a historic shift in religious attitudes toward procreation and blunted the threat of the population ex- plosion. The need for a trained work force to man the industrial ap- paratus of a scientific society has not only forced our schools to transfer their focus from li- beral education to exacting technical instruction, but has ensured that education budgets will continue to rise. It must be recognized, there- fore, that fundamental shifts in society are the result not so much of spontaneous changes in public thinking, but of re- sponses to technical innovations. The cultural affects are no less dramatic. Man's religion has been historically related to those forces he could not under- stand. As his knowledge of na- ture has increased, his affinity to religion has declined. The tensions and frustrations of an age of such radical change have led many to seek refuge in escapism ranging from right wing political extremism to weird "pop" cultures which rep- resent nothing less than a de- basement of all cultural and creative standards. The presence of scientific progress thus does not guaran- tee that society will always de- velop in the most favorable manner. This is especially true in Can- ada, where little original scien- tific research is done and where the effects take longer to be felt. The very top of the Canadian power structure -- the Estab- lishment of top industrialists, government and civil service figures and select social leaders -- will always be largely self- perpetuating. Canadians have a responsibili- ty, however, to ensure that the class structure is based on merit and not on accidental circum- stance of birth. The chief social goal of the country should be to guarantee upward mobility within our economic classes by helping the competent child rise from the most lowly of back- grounds. This means more social work- ers, more child guidance, and elimination of all financial bar- riers to higher education for those of talent. When this has been accomplished, the anatomy of Canada will match the human resources available to this coun- try. Toronto Telegram News Service ROLLER SKATING - The roller skating concession has been leased to the Terrace Bay Sea Cadets who will operate this activity on the same schedule as last year. This activity will commence on Thursday, June 9th. NEWS June 2, 1966 AN APPEAL TO PARENTS - from the Recreation Association In the past five years minor athletics in Terrace Bay have taken a sharp decline. Almost every minor sports group is experiencing serious difficulty due to lack of interest on the part of parents and partici - pants. This winter Minor Hockey tried feverishly to get coaches and executive members and almost had to beg people to vlunteer their time. The interest and enthusiasm of the children 'is not very high, mainly because they cannot get their pa- rents behind them. Af one time Terrace Bay was the pride of the North Shore in almost every phase of athletics but year by year this reputation has faded away. This is not the entire fault of the children themselves, but of the parents. Parents today are looking for their own re- creation and giving very little thought to the recrea- tion needs of their children. If we are thinking of re-building and reviving the reputation of Terrace Bay, this will require the whole hearted support of each and every parent. There are man y parents who feel that their children have grown up and possibly are away from Terrace Bay and that they should no longer be active in the community as volunteer leaders. This is a false conception as it is vital to have all people providing leadership. A group which needs this leadership is the minor activities. If we are to mold strong citizens for the future we must provide our children with this guidance In Terrace Bay we do not have any serious cases of juvenile delinquency and our community is highly regarded as one which is trouble-free. This could very easily change if we are not cautious. We are starting the fastball season and have nearly 100 boys and girls who want to play but are ata standstill as we do not have the required coaches. Meetings have been called but we have had absolute ly no response, with the exception of one lady who turned out and volunteered her time as a coach. A FINAL MEETING is being called for Tuesday, June 6th at 8 P.M. in the old library room of the Recreation Centre. IF THE PARENTS DO NOT TUR UP FOR THIS MEETING THERE WILL BE NO MINOR FASTBALL SEASON IN TERRACE BAY THIS YEAR. This could also apply to other activities. REMEMBER - - IT'S UP TO YOU. Take care of your own recreation, but don't neglect that of your children's. SENIOR FASTBALL - The Men's Senior Fastball Lea- gue gets underway this week with 3 teams and an interlocking schedule with Schreiber. At a recent meeting Ken Johnson was elected president, Norm Boone vice president, John Cosgrove treasurer and Barry Walsh secretary. Several older ball-players have retired but many new faces are appearing. Team names have changed | There will be Roly Sinotte's Shell Oilers, Zenmac Mines and Filane's. Ken Johnson is back as coach of the Oilers. This team will be primarily the same as last year and will be out to defend the league title Zenmac Mines is a junior club headed by Buck Matio wsky, Bill McKie and Cy Brassard . Filane's team is