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Profile This Week Meet Joe Figliomeni - He believes in the North Joe Figliomeni is a hard man to get a hold- of. Why? Because he's a busy man. He's busy but- chering ... he's busy cam- paigning ...he's busy try- ing to be a good husband to wife Linda and a good father to his sons Josep and Christopher ... and he's busy trying to make the north shore'a better place to live and work. _ I finally caught up to Joe where I knew he would beduringthe day - behind the meat counter at Schreiber Foodmarket. He managed to extend to me, a few minutes of his time, in order for me to ask him a few questions about himself. ~ As most local residents know, Joe was born and raised in Schreiber. His father and four of his father's brothers im- migrated to Canada im- mediately following World War I and pro- ceeded to set up businesses in Schreiber. The rest is history. Over the years of their residen- cy, the entire family have contributed a great deal to the development of the town and other areas beyond. Joe intends to carry on the tradition by helping out wherever he can. Joe was active in various clubs and organizations throughout his formative years and still is. He's very involv- ed in curling, which most people in this area are. However Joe curls four times a week in the winter months ... for Schreiber and for Terrace Bay. When he's not on the curling rink he can be found on the hockey rink - coaching minor hockey in Schreiber. Joe has a variety of other hobbies and activities that he keeps busy at also; many of which involve his fami- ly. As a family they down-hill ski, skate, play a little baseball and just generally try to maintain a strong family togetherness. Joe belongs to the Roman Catholic Parish Council in Schreiber and does a lot of volunteer work for his church. Throughout the past years he was also part of the Kinsmen but the day only has so many hours, and Joe had to give up the Kinsmen due to lack of time. While a part of the Kinsmen, he held the title of President as well as every position in the organization. Joe has made quite a name for himself in politics around the North Shore. When asked how he got into politics, Joe said that about seven years ago he seriously looked into the different parties and decided that he strongly believed in the Progressive Conservative party. He was also very impressed with the Premier, Larry Grossman and Alan Pope. He felt that the government was working in the right direction and wanted to donate his time for the betterment of his country. About four years ago, Joe chose to become heavily involved in all aspects of the P.C. party and started supporting the party through dif- ferent channels. He has been the Lake-Nipigon Riding Progressive Con- servative party President since 1981 and _ is recognized for his role as President. He firmly believes that they must have a representative who will be of benefit to the Lake Nipigon Riding. So- meone who will see that the North Shore is not afraid to speak out for the people. "Tf they don't get such a person,"' says Joe, "we're only going to be getting the crumbs. We as a party, are sincere and are willing to grow with the times. Already we have found that we have the support people and from Queen's Park. Together as a team, we can make a name for ourselves."' Joe pointed out various problems that they have encountered in the immediate area, that have been dealt with and resolved with the help of the party. One being the decision to keep the Schreiber campus open. "'Without the help of the government in Queen's Park, it would have been just another school closure."' Joe feels that if it weren't for Queen's Park in Toronto, many things would go unheard. '"But thanks to Bill Davis and his representatives who constantly visit the north, the North Shore is not be- ing ignored."' The Lake Nipigon Riding covers an area of over 119,000 square ...from the- miles. That's a lot of ter- ritory to cover and a lot of different opinions and ideas to listen to. "We're very concerned in the quality of life here in the north," it's-- not---a renewable resource and it can't be bought", states Joe. "The party are also looking into unemploy- ment, the environment and our native reserves. Without a voice from Queen's Park, most of these areas' problems would go unheard."' Joe feels that the natives on the reserves deserve a fair share in quality of life around the north. "With the restrictions that the M.N.R. has put on fish and wildlife in this area, we will soon realize the results of such a move." Another priority of the party is the cutting restrictions put on forestry of the north. "'We feel that the private sections will suffer, and Joe Figliomeni takes a few minutes out of his us and to pose for a photo. we intend to give this topic a serious going over. This is our future that we're talking about," replies Joe. Joe hopes to expand his goals to other outlying areas. An assembly from Schreiber will be going to Marathon on the 10th of WEDDING . ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. and Mrs. John P. Gauthier are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Myrna Lynn to David Allen Doig and Mrs. son 'of Mr. Chapleau. The wedding will take place October Ist in Chapleau. Herb Doig, THANK YOU | would like to express sincere thanks to those who sent donations to the Cancer fund, and for the cards, in expression of sympathy during the recent passing of my father. Your thoughtfulness was greatly appreciated. Helen Almos and Family September for a member- ship drive, and from there they will be heading, for Manitouwadge. "You have to remain on top of things, in order to ac- busy schedule to chat with Terrace Bay-Schreiber News, Wednesday September 14, 1983, page 3 complish what you want done," says Joe. And he intends to get everyone involved in the running of their country. continued on page 10 remembered. THANK YOU My sincere thanks to all who sent flowers, cards and fruit. who visited me in Thunder Bay and on my return home. Special thanks to Rod, Rick, Dee and Helen, my parents and relatives who were there when | needed them. Your well wishes and many thoughts helped to: make my stay in the hospital more cheerful. Everything was greatly appreciated and will always be o everyone Don Almos Engagement Announcement Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Anderson and Mrs. Lorna Agnew wish to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their children CARYN and JOHN The wedding will take place March 24, 1984, in Terrace Bay. length 21%". ines and Proud grandparents are Ms. Else M. Read of St. Cather- Gretchen Smith of Sault Ste. Marie. Many thanks go out to Dr. Eyjolfson, Dr. Wilkes and the staff at the Port Arthur General Hospital. Mrs. Born July 28, 1983; weight 7 ae. Ibs. 13 ozs.; time 10:50 p.m. BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT KEATING: Bill and Billie Jo (nee Read) would like to announce the safe arrival of their baby girl TIFFANY MARIE - TICE SEE LER EG EER NOW IN LUA Avis Rent-A-Car Island View Shell Hwy. 17 East Terrace Bay -- TERRACE BAY! | RENT DAILY, WEEKLY, MONTHLY RATES RESERVE TODAY 825-3268