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Terrace Bay News, 25 Jun 1986, p. 2

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Page 2, Terrace Bay-Schreiber News, Wednesday, June 25, 1986 Decision on budworms deferred at League meeting continued from page 1 Bell said that Doug Scott of the Northwestern Ontario Associated Chambers of Commerce is '"'still quite upset" with the govern- ment's stand on the issue. Scott wrote to Grossman last month and complained that "your Party was in- strumental in preventing any use of chemical pest- icides...the MNR has sub- sequently written off (a total of) 70,000 acres"' of northern forest which could only have been saved with the use of chemical sprays. Scott also said in the let- ter that the Progressive Conservative party's univ- ersal opposition to the limited use of approved chemical pesticides "can- not be based on fact" since all federal and provincial health and environmental agencies have approved the two pesticides proposed for use by the MNR. At a recent meeting of the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association, a resolution which asked the MNR to reinstate the limit- ed chemical spray program in the area was supported. In a letter to the League dated May 12, the Minister of Natural Resources ad- mitted that at a series of open houses held through- out Ontario last January, 80 per cent of those who at- tended approved of the pro- posed MNR spray pro- gram, which at that time included chemical sprays. Vincent Kerrio added in the letter, though, that 'it became obvious in the Ont- ario Legislature that the government would not get the support of the House for a program that includ- ed chemical insecticides."' It was for that reason that his Ministry decided to use only a biological in- secticide (Bacillus thuring- iensis, also known as Bt) in its aerial spraying program this year. "The biological insect- icide is effective," Kerrio insisted; though the League and others have a different opinion about the use of Bt all by itself. "Doug Scott continues to be very concerned," Power said at the League meeting. He said any act- ion the League might take now would not have any effect on this year's pro- gram. A report is to be pre- pared for all League mem- bers prior to the September meeting. The League did support a resolution from Terrace Bay at the meeting. The resolution calls for the provincial government to amend the Education Act to end the existing poss- The 4:00 p.m. (Our printer Webb Press is NOTICE Terrace Ba Schreiber newstands Thursday July 3rd, after . Mews issue of Wednesday, July 2 will be on the closed on Tuesday ibility that school boards in the province might use a recent Supreme Court of Ontario decision as a pre- cedent to force municipal- ities in the province to pay boards any.interest earned or late payment penalties charged on taxes collected by the towns on behalf of the boards. Terrace Bay Reeve Ollie Chapman explained that the resolution was inspired in part by an article in the latest issue of Municipal World magazine. "If the appeal on the court decision does not go Bits and Bi By Helene Ballard Hello folks! I trust all is well with your world to- day. Maybe we will get 'some nice warm weather now. Last Tuesday, June 17 the Ladies Auxiliary of Birchwood Terrace hosted a delightful Strawberry through, every school board in the province is go- ing'to pick up on this,"" she warned.."We want to nip this in the bud."' The res- olution will be forwarded on to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for their support Sally Laine, Councillor . for Geraldton, said similar resolutions have run into a roadblock at the AMO level in the past, though Power noted that AMO's policy has been changing slightly. 'This resolution may change their minds." he added. The next meeting of AMO is set for August 23 in Toronto. 'I think we can push this through," Reeve Chapman said, adding that the large cities are not the majority any longer. 'It's important that we have people at AMO who will be prepared to stand up and speak on this," Power said. Reeve Chapman plans to attend that meeting. '"'The main thing here is we want to get out of pay- ing the school boards when we don't have the money,"' Laine said. At that point the resolution was put to a vote and it was supported. Present at the League meeting were the reeves, mayors, and councillors from Nipigon, Dorion, Conmee, Nakina, Terrace Bay, Marathon, Neebing, Red Rock, Geraldton, and the host municipality of Schreiber. Also at the meeting were representatives from the Ministry of Municipal Af- fairs and Housing as well as two spokesmen from CP Rail, on hand to make a presentation to the League on railway safety. Tea. Tables were set up on the patio complete with flowers, which added to the happiness of all our resid- ents. We wish at this time to thank these devoted lad- ies for all their work on our behalf. We also had as guests some of the folks from the Birth Announcement Anil and Monica Kripalani are thrilled to announce the arrival of their son bor on June 17, Vijay 1986 at McCausland Hospital, Terrace Bay. Proud grandparents are Nanikram and _ Savitri Kripalani of Toronto, and Khubchand and Radha Malkani of New York, N.Y. We wish to thank Dr. Bailey and the Nursing Staff at McCausland Hospital for their excellent help and care. Chronic Ward at McCaus- land Hospital. It is always nice to see them. Believe me, those vans and mini- buses with a lift on them sure are great for taking these people out for differ- ent events which, even though they are somewhat handicapped, they still en- joy going out from time to time. We thank all those who take such good care of them. We were all happy this past week at Birchwood to welcome back one of our residents, Mr. Felix Legault, from a three week stay at McKeller Hospital. He was a very sick man but is now on the mend and we hope he will soon be his own cheerful self again. On a subject which I don't like to give my ideas on, but several people have asked me what I think about it, I will only say this: about the Doctor's strike, it seems to me that there must be some other way to settle this problem without closing emergency wards and doctors just closing their offices and calmly walking away. If we can put a man on the moon and bring him back, why can't we find a way to settle problems here on earth without those drastic measurers? I only hope this will come to an end before some patient dies because of this senseless strike. Please find a solution now. Until next week enjoy yourselves, and here is a wee bit of humour. Doctor to patient: "'I (our printing day) July Ist.) have some bad news and some very bad news for .you. Which do you want first?" TOWN E ' eee "Give me the first."" CIN EMA ie "OK, Bist off you only Dr. Adey will resume his practice, part-time, beginning July 2, 1986. Office Hours: Terrace Bay eee Sigh ve urs to live. Now ae the very bad news, I have : for a great night out been trying to get in touch Thursday 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. : ana - with you since yesterday."' the best in So long. Schreiber new theatre releases New NDC continued from page 1 In announcing the ap- pointments, the Minister said "There is a need for a group representing a cross-section of Nor- therners to provide advice to me as Minister of Nor- thern Development and Mines, as well as to the cabinet committee on Nor- thern Development." The Superior-North ass- ociation will represent the development aspirations of Northerners from Dorion easterly to White River and northerly to the CNR mainline. The Superior- North NDC will comprise of a dozen members. The council's opera- tional expenses will be met by the Ministry of Nor- thern Development and Mines, which will also pro- vide necessary professional and secretarial support. "Based on the strength of interest shown in these councils, I am convinced we are embarking on a concept that will serve the north well,"'.said Fontaine. "I am looking forward to establishing a working relationship with these groups as quickly as possi- ble," he added. Earlier in the day, Fon- taine established the Ken- ora/Rainy River Northern Development. Council. It comprises 14 members and takes in an area circled by Fort Frances, Ignace, Pic- kle Lake, Sioux Lookout, Red Lake, Kenora and Rainy River. eS Ee Wednesday 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. 825-3771 The first rule of advertising is to get their attention. There will be a Come & Go Bridal Shower in henour of Karen Thrower on June 25th, 1986 at St. An- .. drews United Church in Schreiber from 8:00 to 10:00 HE LOBBY who knows movies better VHS & Beta rentals 825-9281 The second rule is sustain- ed, repeated advertising. p.m. Everyone Welcome! PAKS, Advertising doesn't cost... It pays. 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