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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday July 25, 2007 - 5 Rain fails to dampen Tory barbecue By David Lea OAKVILLE BEAVER STAFF A heavy downpour was not enough to stop Progressive Conservative leader John Tory and Oakville Conservative candidate Rick Byers from attending an Oakville Community Leader's reception on Thursday. As the rain fell the two Conservative contenders circulated among the leaders of Oakville's government, chamber of commerce and residents' associations to name a few, as they gathered under a white tent in the backyard of a Linbrook Road residence. "We're thrilled that so many of the people who make this community tick were able to come out this afternoon and meet John and I," said Byers, during the formal part of what was an otherwise casual barbecue. "The purpose of this meeting and reception is so we can meet you, hear DAVID LEA / OAKVILLE BEAVER TUNED IN: Oakville Conservative candidate Rick Byers and Ontario Progressive Conservative Party Leader John Tory listening to the concerns of local people at a meet-and-greet barbecue. what's on your minds and talk about the issues in our great community of Oakville." Although the event was described as a nonpartisan meet-andgreet, Tory did take the opportunity to briefly address the crowd about what he believes makes a good public official. "I don't think people expect those in public life to deliver perfection. I don't think they expect us to deliver miraculous answers to complex problems. I think they expect pretty basic things. They want honesty, they want competence and they want fairness," said Tory. "Honesty really just falls largely under the heading of just telling people what you are going to do, you're straight with them. You do what you said you were going to do and, when there are problems, you're straight with people as well." Tory used his backing of nuclear power, despite the stigma it has, as an example of where honesty in politics is important. See You page 9 Special series on doctors Have you experienced problems in finding a family doctor? Are you a new resident who hasn't been able to find a family physician since moving to Oakville? Or, were you left scrambling after your doctor retired? If so, The Oakville Beaver would like to hear your story. The Beaver is embarking on a special series examining the availability and the recruitment of family doctors in Oakville. We would like to hear from anyone who has encountered difficulties in finding a physician. Please contact The Oakville Beaver by sending an email to dlea@oakvillebeaver.com. SUITS Including Canali and Coppley. Regular Price $695 to $1,895 SPORT JACKETS from $ Now as Low as 399 DRESS PANTS $ $ 19999 Regular Price 99 $495 to $ 495 $1395 to CUSTOM ORDERED SUITS AND SPORT JACKETS By Coppley Suits are Valued Priced from Jackets are Valued Priced from 799 $579 % % SAVE 20 TO 50 On Casual and Sportswear from Victorinox, Cutter & Buck, Peter Millar, Paul & Shark and more. Now as Low as 14999 $ FINAL SALE PRICES END THIS WEEK!! COME IN TODAY!! Open Monday to Wednesday and Saturday 9 am to 6 pm Thursday and Friday 9 am to 8 pm 183 Lakeshore Road East - Downtown Oakville · 905-845-8911 www.garveysmenswear.com · Free parking at rear of store