Babysitting class of '90 Babysitters younger than ever before by Rob Cotton the News Babysitting is being taken up by youths at an age younger then ever before and they need to learn the responsibilities that go with the job. The Terrace Bay Recreation Centre, with the help of Terrace Bay Police and Fire Departments, responded to this need with a babysitting course that graduated 33 students last Wednesday. "These graduates are really taking over the role of the parent temporarily," 'said Debbie Corrigan, course instructor. Their own rights as babysitters were explained to them, she said. "Among those rights is the right to be paid, the right to a ride home, and, during an extended stay, the right to be fed," Corrigan added. The rights and responsibilities Council declares opposition to G.S.T. The council passed a resolu- tion to inform the Federal Government and the Prime Minister's Office that it strong- ly opposes the implementation of the Federal Goods and Services Tax at this time. The council stated, in the resolution, the following rea- sons for it actions: The federal government is determined to impose its Goods and Services Tax despite the public outcry; It is widely believed that public opinion has swelled to 80 per cent of Canadians opposed to the G.S.T.; Canadian taxpayers feel as though they are being taxed to death; : The federal Government will be spending over $260 million in 190-91 alone for salaries and promotion to implement the G.S.T. which is an outrageous waste of our tax dollars; The country is on the verge of a serious and deepening financial recession which will be seriously aggravated by this untimely tax. Initiative for composting _Township council will 1 'apply for 4 grant ' fe subsidize. of the employer and _ the child were also taught. The: graduates learned he basics of child care including feeding, diapering, bathing, hold- ing, and meal panning: The babsitters to be were also taught types of games, songs and toys that are appropriate for dif- ferent age groups., Common causes of accidental injury were identified and ways to prevent them described along with basic first aid procedures. Learning to assist children with special needs was also included in the course. Two special sessions were se' aside for safety. Constable Wes Fenton, from the Terrace Bay. Police Force, explained to the students why they should call the police and how to it. "In case of an emergency it is important for them to give the =a errace Bay Council Notes | the purchase of Green Cone houshold composting units. | The Ministry of the Environment, under its Municipal Waste Reduction Program, will pay 50 per cent of the cost of the unit. Each unit costs approxi- mately $70. The council resolved to subsidize 25 per cent of the cost, to a maximum of 50 units, of one composting unit per household for Terrace bay residents. ; The remaining cost would be paid by the consumer. Senior drop-in centre Lillian Belliveau-discussed with council members the pos- sibility of using the new Tourist Information Centre as a drop-in centre for seniors dur- ing the winter months. Belliveau said a meeting place is needed for those seniors who still like to get out and about. Council members were in favor of letting the seniors use the building and asked Beliveau to provide a written plan of what the seniors would need in the way tables and chairs and a schedule of hours. Dean Main, recreation co- ordinator, told Belliveau that his department would help to organize and promote this type of senior recreational program. location and the nature of the emergency when they call," Fenton said. = Rolly Moquin, Terrace Bay Fire Chief, said it was important for the babysitters to be aware of fire prevention as well as what to do in case of fire. - "The babysitter to should ask where the smoke alarms are located, ask for them to be tested and in working order," he said. Page 3, News, Tuesday; Noveniber 20; 1990 to (a/a) 7:30pm 7:00pm (You ne Tuuileds so NOVEMBER 23, 24 & 25 Marathon's Santa Claus Parade Weekend of Fun FRIDAY NOVEMBER 23....Arena: Public Skating 6:30-8pm Pool: Public Swim 6-8pm/Teen & Adult Watersports 8- 9pm....Theatre:Presumed Innocent (a/a) 7:30am SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24....Santa Claus Parade begins at 2pm (Hemlo to Peninsula Dr. to Stevens) After the Parade, come to the Rec. Hall to receive candies from Santa Claus!....Arena: Family Skating 6-7pm/Public Skating 7-8pm....Pool:Public Swim 6-8/Adult Swim 8-9pm Theatre:Ernest Saves Christmas 4pm/Presumed Innocent ® SUNDAY NOVEMBER 25....Glenn Bennett Family Concert 1pm M.H.S.Gym Child $1/Adult $2-Advanced tickets recommended, available at Complex...Arena:Family Skating 5-6pm/Public Skating 6-7pm....Pool: Public Swim 1:30- 3:30pm/Family Swim 6-8pm/Adult Swim 8-10pm.... Theatre: Ernest Saves Christmas 4pm/Presumed Innocent (a/a) *This year's SANTA CLAUS PARADE has been organized by the Marathon Rotary Club and the Marathon Parks & Recreation Dept. There are over 26 floats and 10 groups included. For more information about the Santa Claus Parade Weekend of Fun, contact ae Lister, Rec. Programmer 229-0391. Now is the time to register. Are you ready for the pro- _. posed GST? If not, now is the time to register and prepare. Registration applies to anyone involved in a commercial enter- prise. This includes fishing, farming, professional services and many activities carried out prepared for the GST. Have you? I've by non-profit organizations. Revenue Canada is ready to assist you with information on: mw Howto register and the benefits of doing so m What the GST means to your operation a Simplified accounting options and administrative procedures a Rebates of the Federal Sales Tax mw Howto recover GST on business purchases g GST return and filing options Contact us today. Phone: 1 800 665-8749 Telecommunications device for the hearing impaired: 1 800 465-5770 Or drop by the Revenue Canada Excise Office nearest you, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Canada's GST. It's good business to prepare now. | + E Median ca Revenue Canada Customs and Excise Canada... |